2002 Mercury Sable Oil Type & Capacity
The 2002 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 2, 4F50N | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C153-H and the API Certification mark. |
| GS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 2, AX4S | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C153-H and the API Certification mark. |
| GS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 S | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C153-H and the API Certification mark. |
| GS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 U, 4F50N | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C153-H and the API Certification mark. |
| GS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 U, AX4S | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C153-H and the API Certification mark. |
| GS, 4D Wagon, 3.0 2, 4F50N | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C153-H and the API Certification mark. |
| GS, 4D Wagon, 3.0 2, AX4S | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C153-H and the API Certification mark. |
| GS, 4D Wagon, 3.0 U, 4F50N | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C153-H and the API Certification mark. |
| GS, 4D Wagon, 3.0 U, AX4S | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C153-H and the API Certification mark. |
| LS Premium | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C153-H and the API Certification mark. |
| LS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 S | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C153-H and the API Certification mark. |
| LS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 U | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C153-H and the API Certification mark. |
| LS, 4D Wagon | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C153-H and the API Certification mark. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Sable
2002 Mercury Sable factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.6 quarts (10.03 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 2002 Mercury Sable take?
The 2002 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 2002 Mercury Sable take?
The 2002 Mercury Sable holds 5.5 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2002 Mercury Sable?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2002 Mercury Sable. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.
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