1999 Mercury Sable Oil Type & Capacity
The 1999 Mercury Sable takes 5W-20 motor oil — 5.5 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 5.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 S | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
| GS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 U, AX4N | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
| GS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 U, AX4S | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
| GS, 4D Wagon, 3.0 S | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
| GS, 4D Wagon, 3.0 U, AX4N | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
| GS, 4D Wagon, 3.0 U, AX4S | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
| LS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 S | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
| LS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 U, AX4N | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
| LS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 U, AX4S | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
| LS, 4D Wagon, 3.0 S | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
| LS, 4D Wagon, 3.0 U, AX4N | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
| LS, 4D Wagon, 3.0 U, AX4S | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Sable
1999 Mercury Sable factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
11.6 quarts (10.97 L) — 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water. DO NOT use FORD Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange color).
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1999 Mercury Sable take?
The 1999 Mercury Sable takes 5W-20 motor oil (SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1999 Mercury Sable take?
The 1999 Mercury Sable holds 5.5 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1999 Mercury Sable?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1999 Mercury Sable. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.