89 Town Car Transmission Fluid Type
The 1989 Lincoln Town Car requires Mercon automatic transmission fluid for proper operation.
Mercon is a type of automatic transmission fluid (ATF) developed by Ford Motor Company in the early 1950s. It is designed to provide lubrication, cooling, and wear protection for automatic transmissions.
Mercon ATF is available in two types: Mercon V and Mercon LV. Mercon V is the latest and most advanced type of Mercon ATF, and it is recommended for use in all Ford vehicles that require Mercon ATF.
Mercon LV is a low-viscosity ATF that is designed for use in vehicles with electronically controlled transmissions. It is not as widely available as Mercon V, but it can be used in any vehicle that requires Mercon ATF.
If you are unsure which type of Mercon ATF to use in your 1989 Lincoln Town Car, consult your owner’s manual or a qualified mechanic.
How to Change Transmission Fluid in a 1989 Lincoln Town Car
Changing the transmission fluid in a 1989 Lincoln Town Car is a relatively simple procedure that can be completed in about an hour.
To change the transmission fluid, you will need the following tools and materials:
- New transmission fluid (Mercon V or Mercon LV)
- Transmission filter
- Transmission pan gasket
- 1/2-inch socket wrench
- 3/8-inch socket wrench
- 10mm socket
- 13mm socket
- 15mm socket
- 17mm socket
- Funnel
- Oil drain pan
Once you have gathered the necessary tools and materials, follow these steps to change the transmission fluid in your 1989 Lincoln Town Car:
- Park the Town Car on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
- Allow the engine to cool completely.
- Remove the transmission pan bolts and allow the fluid to drain into the oil drain pan.
- Unbolt and remove the transmission pan.
- Replace the transmission filter.
- Clean the transmission pan and gasket surface on the transmission.
- Install the new transmission pan gasket.
- Reinstall the transmission pan and bolts.
- Add new transmission fluid to the transmission through the dipstick tube.
- Check the transmission fluid level and add fluid as needed.
- Start the engine and allow it to idle for a few minutes.
- Shift the transmission through all of the gears and check for any leaks.
Tips
- It is important to use the correct type of transmission fluid for your 1989 Lincoln Town Car. Using the wrong type of fluid can damage the transmission.
- Be sure to check the transmission fluid level regularly and add fluid as needed.
- If you are not comfortable changing the transmission fluid yourself, you can have it changed by a qualified mechanic.
