No, Transmission Fluid and Power Steering fluid are not the same in a 1995 Mercury Villager. Transmission fluid is specifically formulated for the vehicle's transmission system, while power steering fluid is designed for the power steering system. Using the wrong fluid in either system can lead to damage and impaired performance. It's important to use the correct fluid specified in the vehicle's owner manual for each system.
There is a drain plug in the transmission pan.
Transmission fluid is added through the dipstick tube.
Transmission fluid is added through the dipstick tube.
Motorcraft MERCON ATF
In the 1997 Mercury Villager, the Transmission fluid dipstick is located on the driver's side of the engine just in front of and below the master cylinder/brake fluid check. The 97 Villager has a bulbous knob on top with no indication that it is the Transmission fluid.
Auto transmission fluid.
Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid for the automatic transaxle ( according to the owners manual )
There is no power steering in a Mercury Villager at start up in cold weather due to a failing pump or low fluid. Fluid becomes much thicker in cold weather and is much harder to pump.
Motorcraft Mercon, Nissan Matic "D"
Mercon/Dexron or Mercon VI.
The Mercury Villager typically requires about 11 to 12 quarts of transmission fluid for a complete fluid change, including the torque converter. It's important to check the owner's manual for your specific model year to confirm the exact capacity and type of fluid recommended. Always ensure the vehicle is on level ground when checking or adding transmission fluid.
According to the 2004 Mercury Sable Owner Guide : ( Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid is used as the power steering fluid )