2001 Mercury Mountaineer Oil Type & Capacity
The 2001 Mercury Mountaineer oil type depends on the engine: the 4.0 E, 4WD takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the 4.0 E, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the 5.0 P, AWD takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the 5.0 P, RWD takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 4.0 E, 4WD: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 4.0 E, RWD: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 5.0 P, AWD: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 5.0 P, RWD: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 E, 4WD — 4.0L Eng | SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil | 5.00 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
| 4.0 E, RWD — 4.0L Eng | SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil | 5.00 QTS. | — | Use oil that has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute. |
| 5.0 P, AWD — 5.0L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| 5.0 P, RWD — 5.0L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.00 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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2001 Mercury Mountaineer factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
14.0 quarts (13.24 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 2001 Mercury Mountaineer take?
It depends on the engine: 4.0 E, 4WD uses 5W-30; 4.0 E, RWD uses 5W-30; 5.0 P, AWD uses 5W-20; 5.0 P, RWD uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 2001 Mercury Mountaineer take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 4.0 E, 4WD holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 4.0 E, RWD holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 5.0 P, AWD holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 5.0 P, RWD holds 5.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2001 Mercury Mountaineer?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2001 Mercury Mountaineer. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.