2009 Mercury Milan Oil Type & Capacity
The 2009 Mercury Milan oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 2.3 Z, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts with filter); the Base, 2.3 Z, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts with filter); the Base, 3.0 1, AWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Base, 3.0 1, FWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Premier, 2.3 Z, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts with filter); the Premier, 2.3 Z, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.5 quarts with filter); the Premier, 3.0 1, AWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Premier, 3.0 1, FWD takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, 2.3 Z, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- Base, 2.3 Z, Standard: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- Base, 3.0 1, AWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 3.0 1, FWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Premier, 2.3 Z, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- Premier, 2.3 Z, Standard: 5W-20, 4.5 quarts with filter
- Premier, 3.0 1, AWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Premier, 3.0 1, FWD: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 2.3 Z, Automatic — 2.3L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.50 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
| Base, 2.3 Z, Standard — 2.3L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.50 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
| Base, 3.0 1, AWD — 3.0L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
| Base, 3.0 1, FWD — 3.0L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
| Premier, 2.3 Z, Automatic — 2.3L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.50 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
| Premier, 2.3 Z, Standard — 2.3L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 4.50 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
| Premier, 3.0 1, AWD — 3.0L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
| Premier, 3.0 1, FWD — 3.0L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Milan
2009 Mercury Milan factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
8.56 quarts (8.1 L) — FORD Premium Gold Engine Coolant w/bittering agent. Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2009 Mercury Milan take?
It depends on the engine: Base, 2.3 Z, Automatic uses 5W-20; Base, 2.3 Z, Standard uses 5W-20; Base, 3.0 1, AWD uses 5W-20; Base, 3.0 1, FWD uses 5W-20; Premier, 2.3 Z, Automatic uses 5W-20; Premier, 2.3 Z, Standard uses 5W-20; Premier, 3.0 1, AWD uses 5W-20; Premier, 3.0 1, FWD uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 2009 Mercury Milan take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, 2.3 Z, Automatic holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Base, 2.3 Z, Standard holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Base, 3.0 1, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Base, 3.0 1, FWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Premier, 2.3 Z, Automatic holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Premier, 2.3 Z, Standard holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Premier, 3.0 1, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Premier, 3.0 1, FWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2009 Mercury Milan?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2009 Mercury Milan. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.