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A 1998 Mercury Mystique with the 4-cylinder 2.0 DOHC appears to have a non-interference engine. Therefore, if the timing belt breaks, there should be no damage to the valves/pistons.
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Is the 2.0 L engine on a 1998 Mercury Mystique an interference motor?
No , it is not an interference engine
Is the 1998 Mercury Villager 3.0L engine an interference engine or a non interference engine?
According to the Gates website ( they make timing belts etcetera ) The 3.0 litre V6 engine in a 1998 Mercury Villager ( IS an interference engine )
What type engine oil should you use for 1998 mercury mystique 6 cylinder?
According to the 1998 Mercury Mystique Owner Guide : With engine oil filter change : The 2.5 liter V6 engine takes ( 5.5 liters / 5.8 U.S. quarts of 5W-30 )
Where is the iac valve located on a 1998 Mercury Mystique?
were is the iac locate on a 1999 mercury mystique
Where is the map sensor located on a 1998 mercury mystique?
right behind the air filter toward the engine
What is Mercury mystique 1998 spark plug gap?
4 cylinder engine - ( .050 inch ) V6 engine - ( .054 inch )
What is the termostat rating for a 1998 mercury mystique?
According to one of Fords websites : For a 1998 Mercury Mystique : 2.0 liter four cylinder engine / Motorcraft RT-1150 ( which is a 190 * Fahrenheit ) 2.5 liter V6 engine / Motorcraft RT-1131 ( which also is 190 * F )
How much oil does a 1998 mystique 6-cylinder hold?
According to the 1998 Mercury Mystique owners manual : For the 2.5 liter V6 engine : With engine oil filter change : ( 5.8 U.S. quarts / 5.5 litres )
What is the gas tank capacity on 1998 Mercury Mystique?
According to the 1998 Mercury Mystique Owner Guide : ( 61.5 litres / 16.2 U.S. gallons )
Is the 1998 Merc Villager 3.0 L an interference engine?
Yes , according to the Gates website ( they make timing belts etcetera ) the 3.0 litre V6 engine in a 1998 Mercury Villager IS an interference engine
What happens when the timing belt breaks on a 1998 mercury mystique?
When the timing belt breaks on a 1998 Mercury Mystique, the engine will immediately lose its ability to run, leading to a complete stall. Depending on the engine type, this can result in serious internal damage, such as bent valves or damaged pistons, especially if the engine is an interference type. Repairing the damage often requires extensive work, including replacing the timing belt and any affected engine components. It's crucial to address timing belt maintenance regularly to prevent such failures.
Where is catalytic converter on a 1998 mercury mystique?
In the exhaust pipe, near the engine.In the exhaust pipe, near the engine.
