Market Role:
        
        
            Positioned as a comfortable and stylish mid-size sedan, offering a blend of American design with European driving dynamics inherited from its Ford CD3 platform.
        
     
    
    
        
            Competitors:
        
        
            Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Nissan Altima, Chevrolet Malibu, Ford Fusion
        
     
    
    
        
            Design Philosophy:
        
        
            Sleek, modern styling with a focus on interior comfort and quiet operation.
        
     
    
        
            Platform Sharing:
        
        
            Utilizes the Ford CD3 platform, shared with the Mazda6, providing a robust and agile chassis.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Primary Coverage:
        
        
            North America
        
     
    
        
            Secondary Coverage:
        
        
            All Markets with specified engine options
        
     
    
    
        
            Estimated Page Count:
        
        
            Thousands (Digital Format)
        
     
    
    
        
            Type:
        
        
            Service and Repair Manual Software
        
     
    
    
    
    
        
            Format:
        
        
            Digital (Online Access via Web Browser)
        
     
    
        
            Access Duration:
        
        
            1 Year Subscription
        
     
    
        
            Device Compatibility:
        
        
            PC, Laptop, Smartphone, Tablet
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Mechanical:
        
        
            Complete Engine Overhaul, Repair, and Component Replacement
        
     
    
        
            Engine Management:
        
        
            ECU Diagnosis, Sensor/Actuator Testing, Fuel Injection System, Ignition System
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Automatic:
        
        
            Internal Component Repair, Valve Body Diagnosis, Torque Converter Service
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Manual:
        
        
            Clutch System, Gearbox Overhaul, Shifter Mechanism
        
     
    
        
            Drivetrain:
        
        
            Axles, CV Joints, Driveshafts, Differentials
        
     
    
        
            Brakes:
        
        
            ABS System, Hydraulic Components, Pad/Rotor Replacement, Parking Brake
        
     
    
        
            Suspension:
        
        
            Struts, Shocks, Control Arms, Bushings, Ball Joints, Tie Rods
        
     
    
        
            Steering:
        
        
            Power Steering System, Rack and Pinion, Steering Column
        
     
    
        
            Electrical System:
        
        
            Battery, Charging System, Starting System, Lighting, Fuses, Relays
        
     
    
        
            Body And Chassis:
        
        
            Body Panel Repair, Door Mechanisms, Glass Replacement, Frame Alignment
        
     
    
        
            HVAC:
        
        
            Air Conditioning System, Heating System, Climate Control Unit, Blower Motor
        
     
    
        
            Interior Trim:
        
        
            Dashboard Removal, Seat Upholstery, Door Panel Disassembly
        
     
    
    
        
            Maintenance:
        
        
            Oil Changes, Filter Replacements, Spark Plug Service, Fluid Checks and Replacements
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostics:
        
        
            Troubleshooting Charts, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), Symptom-based Diagnosis
        
     
    
        
            Repair:
        
        
            Step-by-step instructions for all major component repairs and replacements
        
     
    
        
            Installation:
        
        
            Guidance for accessory installations and component upgrades
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Comprehensive Factory-Level Diagnostics, Repair, and Rebuild Procedures
        
     
    
        
            Wiring Diagrams:
        
        
            Detailed Electrical Schematics for all vehicle systems
        
     
    
        
            Torque Specifications:
        
        
            Precise torque values for all critical fasteners
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostic Tools:
        
        
            Information on required diagnostic tools and scan tool functions
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Code:
        
        
            2.3L Duratec PZEV (Optional)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Displacement:
        
        
            2.3 Liters (140 cubic inches)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Configuration:
        
        
            Inline 4-Cylinder, DOHC, 16 Valves
        
     
    
        
            Horsepower:
        
        
            143 hp @ 5250 rpm (2.3L)
        
     
    
        
            Torque:
        
        
            159 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm (2.3L)
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Type:
        
        
            Unleaded Gasoline (87 Octane Recommended)
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Delivery:
        
        
            Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
        
     
    
    
        
            Available Engines:
        
        
            2.3L Duratec, 3.0L Duratec V6
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Displacement V6:
        
        
            3.0 Liters (183 cubic inches)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Configuration V6:
        
        
            V-Configuration, 60-degree bank angle, DOHC, 24 Valves
        
     
    
        
            Horsepower V6:
        
        
            203 hp @ 6000 rpm (3.0L)
        
     
    
        
            Torque V6:
        
        
            207 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm (3.0L)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Transmission Type Standard:
        
        
            5-Speed Manual (with 2.3L engine)
        
     
    
    
        
            Transmission Type Optional:
        
        
            6-Speed Automatic (with 3.0L V6 engine)
        
     
    
    
        
            Automatic Transmission Features:
        
        
            SelectShift™ capability
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            NHTSA Front Impact Driver:
        
        
            5 Stars
        
     
    
        
            NHTSA Front Impact Passenger:
        
        
            5 Stars
        
     
    
        
            NHTSA Side Impact Front Passenger:
        
        
            5 Stars
        
     
    
        
            NHTSA Side Impact Rear Passenger:
        
        
            5 Stars
        
     
    
        
            IIHS Moderate Overlap Frontal Offset:
        
        
            Good
        
     
    
    
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            Standard (On most models)
        
     
    
        
            Electronic Stability Control:
        
        
            Standard (AdvanceTrac™)
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags:
        
        
            Frontal, Side-Curtain (Standard)
        
     
    
        
            Seatbelts:
        
        
            Pretensioners, Load Limiters
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Audio System:
        
        
            Available premium audio systems, including Sirius Satellite Radio integration. CD/MP3 player standard.
        
     
    
        
            Navigation:
        
        
            Optional factory-installed navigation system.
        
     
    
    
    
        
            Parking Assist:
        
        
            Optional rear parking sensors.
        
     
    
    
        
            Bluetooth:
        
        
            Available SYNC® hands-free communication system (late 2008 models or optional).
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Every 7,500 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first (synthetic blend recommended)
        
     
    
        
            Air Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Every 15,000 miles or 12 months
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plug Replacement:
        
        
            2.3L: Every 100,000 miles; 3.0L V6: Every 100,000 miles (iridium type)
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Type:
        
        
            SAE 5W-20, API Certified (Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Recommended)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Oil Capacity:
        
        
            4.5 Quarts (2.3L), 5.7 Quarts (3.0L V6) with filter change
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            Ford Premium Engine Coolant (Green)
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Automatic:
        
        
            Mercon V
        
     
    
    
    
        
            Transmission Harsh Shifting:
        
        
            Some owners report occasional harsh shifting in the 6-speed automatic transmission, often related to software or valve body issues. The manual addresses recalibration and component checks.
        
     
    
        
            Evaporative Emissions Control System:
        
        
            Issues with the EVAP system, such as purge valve or vent solenoid failures, leading to Check Engine lights. The manual provides detailed diagnostic procedures.
        
     
    
        
            Climate Control Blend Door Actuator:
        
        
            Failure of the blend door actuator can lead to improper temperature control or airflow direction. The manual details removal and replacement procedures.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Mercury Legacy:
        
        
            Mercury, a division of Ford Motor Company, was established in 1938 to offer a range of vehicles positioned between Ford and Lincoln, emphasizing style and luxury.
        
     
    
    
        
            Milan Introduction:
        
        
            The Mercury Milan was introduced for the 2006 model year as part of Mercury's resurgence, replacing the Mercury Sable.
        
     
    
        
            Platform Basis:
        
        
            It was based on the Ford CD3 platform, which itself was derived from the Mazda GJ platform, providing a more European-influenced driving experience.
        
     
    
    
        
            Production Years:
        
        
            2006-2009
        
     
    
        
            Assembly Location:
        
        
            Flat Rock, Michigan, USA