we need to know what year, model, and which 3.0 you have, there were more than one.
97 Villager uses timing belt on their 3.0 engine same as Nissan Quest.
Recommended interval is 105,000 miles..
Yes , the 3.0 liter V6 engine in a 1997 Mercury Villager is an interference engine ( according to the Gates website , they make timing belts etc . )
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They are mostly identical, yes.
What is the fuel tank capacity of a 1997 Mercury Villager van?
According to the 1997 Mercury Villager Scheduled Maintenance Guide : The timing BELT should be changed at ( 105,000 miles ) * also , the Gates website shows it to be an INTERFERENCE ENGINE so if the timing belt breaks , engine damage will occur
It is possible that the 1997 Mercury Villager simply needs a tune up. New spark plugs and wires may make a great difference.
According to the 1997 Mercury Villager Owner Guide : ( 20.0 US. gallons )
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.
what is the spark plugs firing order for a mercury villager 1997
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