1999 Mercury Tracer Oil Type & Capacity
The 1999 Mercury Tracer takes 5W-20 motor oil — 4.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 4.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS, Automatic | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| GS, Standard | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| LS, 4D Sedan, Automatic | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| LS, 4D Sedan, Standard | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| LS, 4D Wagon, Automatic | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| LS, 4D Wagon, Standard | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| Trio | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Tracer
1999 Mercury Tracer factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
6.3 quarts (5.96 L) — FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid or FORD Extended Life Engine Coolant. If the vehicle's coolant is (green color) use: FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid. If it is (orange color) use: FORD Extended Life Engine Coolant.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1999 Mercury Tracer take?
The 1999 Mercury Tracer 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 Tracer take?
The 1999 Mercury Tracer holds 4.0 quarts with a filter change, or 3.5 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1999 Mercury Tracer?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1999 Mercury Tracer. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.