Positioning:
Premium Full-Size Sedan, emphasis on comfort and traditional American luxury
Competitors:
Chevrolet Impala, Buick LaCrosse, Chrysler 300, Toyota Avalon
Powertrain Emphasis:
Proven Ford modular V8 engine, robust rear-wheel-drive platform
Interior Focus:
Spacious cabin, comfortable ride, quiet interior
Target Audience:
Drivers seeking comfortable, reliable, and spacious transportation with a traditional RWD feel
Primary Coverage:
Comprehensive Service and Repair
Scope:
All mechanical and electrical systems
Estimated Pages:
Extensive (Digital Format, equivalent to ~2000+ printed pages)
Type:
Service and Repair Manual Software (Digital)
Digital Format:
Online Access via Web Browser
Engine:
4.6L V8 (32-valve) Modular Engine
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) System
Transmission:
4R75W Automatic Transmission
Suspension:
Front Independent (Short/Long Arm), Rear Solid Axle with Watts Linkage
Steering:
Hydraulic Power Steering
Brakes:
Front Disc, Rear Disc (ABS, Traction Control)
Electrical System:
Complete Wiring Diagrams, Component Testing, PCM Operations
HVAC:
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning System
Body And Chassis:
Body Panels, Doors, Seats, Structural Components
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, tune-ups
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting guides, symptom-based diagnostics, DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) explanations
Repair:
Component removal, installation, and adjustment for all systems
Rebuilds:
Engine, transmission, and differential rebuild procedures (where applicable)
Specifications:
Torque specifications, alignment data, electrical resistance values
Depth Level:
Comprehensive Factory-Level Detail
Diagnostic Capability:
Advanced diagnostics, including sensor data interpretation and actuator testing
Format:
Web-based; accessible via browser on PC, laptop, smartphone, tablet
Digital Quality:
High-resolution diagrams, schematics, and text
Access Method:
Yearly Subscription Access
Digital Storage:
Cloud-based, no physical media
Engine Code:
4.6L 3V V8 (SOHC)
Displacement:
4606 cc (281 cu. in.)
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 4,900 rpm (SAE Net)
Torque:
280 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm (SAE Net)
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI), Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (SEFI)
Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded Gasoline (87 Octane Recommended)
Block Material:
Aluminum Alloy
Cylinder Head Material:
Aluminum Alloy
Timing Mechanism:
Dual Overhead Camshafts (DOHC), 3 Valves per Cylinder, Roller Chain Driven
NHTSA Front Impact Driver:
★★★★★ (5-Star)
NHTSA Front Impact Passenger:
★★★★★ (5-Star)
NHTSA Side Impact Front Seat:
★★★★☆ (4-Star)
NHTSA Side Impact Rear Seat:
★★★★☆ (4-Star)
IIHS Front Offset Crash Rating:
Good
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Control:
Standard Traction Control System (TCS)
Airbags:
Frontal Dual-Stage Airbags, Side Curtain Airbags (Optional)
Oil Change Interval:
Every 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 30,000 miles or 2 years
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 100,000 miles (Platinum-tipped)
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 5W-20 (API Certified)
Engine Oil Capacity:
6.0 US quarts (5.7 Liters) with filter
Coolant Type:
Ford Premium Engine Coolant (Yellow)
Common Wear Items:
Ball joints, tie rod ends, sway bar links (due to vehicle weight and suspension design)
Common Powertrain Issues:
Spark plug blow-out (pre-2008 models, though less common in 2006), occasional transmission solenoid issues
Common Electrical Issues:
Window regulators, door lock actuators, occasional PCM module issues
Brand Legacy:
Mercury positioned as Ford's mid-tier brand, often offering upscale versions of Ford platforms
Platform Basis:
Built on the Ford Panther platform, shared with Ford Crown Victoria and Lincoln Town Car
Assembly Location:
St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada
Production Years:
1975-2011 (Grand Marquis)
