What type of transmission fluid does a 2006 Mercury Montego take?
Valvoline MaxLife Synthetic Transmission Fluid Multi-Vehicle 1 Quart.
How much oil does a 2006 Mercury Montego take?
6 quarts
Engine Oil 6 quarts (with filter)After refill check oil level.
What are the problems with a 2006 Mercury Montego?
The major problems I have had are: at about 70K the transmission needed replacing, where the dealer wanted 5K+, I got it repaired for 2400. The A/C compressor went in Aug 2017. I got 2 years out of it (thank goodness it had a 2 yr warranty), so it was fixed in Aug 2019 but failed again in Aug of 2020.
When did the third generation Mercury Montego come out?
Third generation (2005–2007) For the 2005 model year, Mercury revived the Montego nameplate after a 28-year hiatus, entering production on July 12, 2004. As the larger of the two sedans intended to replace the Mercury Sable (the other being the 2006 Mercury Milan), the Montego was introduced as the Mercury version of the Ford Five Hundred.
How many miles does a 2007 Mercury Montego have?
I have owned my 2007 Mercury Montego since new. I currently have 315,000 miles on the original motor and transmission. The motor still does not use any oil and runs good. I have the six speed automatic transmission and it also still works good. I have used full synthetic motor oil since new and changed the motor oil and filter every 5,000 miles.
What kind of engine does a Mercury Montego have?
The Montego was equipped with a single engine, shared with the previous Taurus/Sable, a 203 hp version of the 3.0L DOHC Duratec V6. Front-wheel drive versions were equipped with a 6-speed Aisin AW F21++ automatic while AWD versions were equipped with a ZF CVT .
What kind of car is a 2006 Mercury Montego?
This is my wifes car and is in excellent condition, garage kept. Less than 5K on newer tires, no dents or scratches. Full leather seats are black and carpets are as new. All power options. Top of the line model. HWY 30+ MPG, Town driving appx. 24 mpg. All maintenance records available. Best car I ever owned! Great car! No longer made!
I have owned my 2007 Mercury Montego since new. I currently have 315,000 miles on the original motor and transmission. The motor still does not use any oil and runs good. I have the six speed automatic transmission and it also still works good. I have used full synthetic motor oil since new and changed the motor oil and filter every 5,000 miles.
When did the a / C compressor go out on my 2006 Mercury Montego?
The A/C compressor went in Aug 2017. I got 2 years out of it (thank goodness it had a 2 yr warranty), so it was fixed in Aug 2019 but failed again in Aug of 2020. Right now I am debating whether or not to fix again or buy another used car.
How long have I owned a Mercury Montego?
Showing 3 of 173 reviews. I have owned this vehicle since Jan of 2007 (34K), Jan of 2021 now has 178K. I really like this car…that is why I have kept it so long.