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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

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Vehicle: 1992 Mercury Cougar LS 5.0 V8 GAS

Passenger Cars

Aspire
  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Wait one minute for back-up power supply to deplete stored energy.
  • Remove restraint system diagnostic tool from driver's side air bag module electrical connector.
  • Connect driver's side air bag module electrical connector.
  • Install driver's side air bag module as outlined under "Component Service."
  • Remove restraint system diagnostic tool from passenger's side air bag module electrical connector.
  • Install passenger's side air bag module as outlined under "Component Service."
  • C...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> 1992 Cougar, Mark VII & Thunderbird -> QUICK TEST INDEX
Vehicle: 1992 Mercury Cougar LS 3.8 V6 GAS

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except 2002-05 Thunderbird, 2000-06 LS, 1984-87 Escort, Tracer, Tempo & Topaz 2.0L Diesel Engine & 1984-85 Continental & Mark VI 2.4L Diesel Engine
Vehicle: 1992 Mercury Cougar LS 3.8 V6 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

When installing the fuel filter, ensure the flow arrow is facing in the pro...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble
Vehicle: 1992 Mercury Cougar LS 5.0 V8 GAS

Disassemble

Do not clamp driveshaft in jaws of a vice or a similar holding fixture.

  • Place driveshaft on a suitable workbench.
  • Mark positions of driveshaft components relative to driveshaft tube. This ensures all components are reassembled in same relationship to maintain correct balance.
  • Index driveshaft and driveshaft components.
  • Clamp U-Joint Tool in a vise.
  • Remove snap rings.
  • If bearing cup cannot be pressed all way out, remove it with vise grips.
  • Remove driveshaft slip-yoke.
  • Position driveshaft in U-Joint Tool.
  • Press out a bearing cup.
  • Rotate driveshaft 180 degrees.
  • Press on...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 Mercury Cougar XR-7 5.0 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect wire harness attachment to alternator assembly.
  • Loosen alternator pivot bolt. Remove adjustment arm bolt from alternator.
  • Disengage accessory drive ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Service Interval Reminder -> 1990-93 Cougar & Thunderbird
Vehicle: 1992 Mercury Cougar LS 3.8 V6 GAS

At approximately 7500 miles, for models less super charged engine, the engine oil change indicator on the Vehicle Maintenance Monitor will indicate an oil change is needed. On mode...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 Mercury Cougar LS 3.8 V6 GAS

  • Drain cooling system.
  • Disconnect upper, lower and overflow hose from radiator.
  • Disconnect automatic transmission fluid cooler inlet and outlet lines from radiator.
  • Remove two upper fan shroud to radiator su...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 Mercury Cougar LS 5.0 V8 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1992 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1992 Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Body Components Diagram for 1992 Mercury Cougar LS 5.0 V8 GASBody Components Diagram for 1992 Mercury Cougar LS 5.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Trunk Lock Tamper Switch
  • Variable Assist Power Steering Module
  • Trunk Lid Release Solenoid
  • Soft Ride Relay
  • Anti-Lock Test Connector
  • Instrument Panel Components Diagram for 1992 Mercury Cougar XR-7 5.0 V8 GASInstrument Panel Components Diagram for 1992 Mercury Cougar XR-7 5.0 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Warning Chime Module
  • Vehicle Maintenance Monitor Module
  • LCD Illumination Relay
  • Stop Lamp Switch
  • Electronic Flasher
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1992 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1992 Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1992 Mercury Cougar LS 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1992 Mercury Cougar LS 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Throttle Position Sensor
  • Radio Noise Capacitor
  • Ignition Coil
  • Hydraulic Pump Motor
  • 1992 Mercury Cougar XR-7 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1992 Mercury Cougar XR-7 5.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Horn Relay
  • Electronic Flasher
  • Left Turn Indicator
  • Left Front Park/Turn Lamp
  • Left Rear Stop/Park/Turn Lamp
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1992 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1992 Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: RECALL - CERTAIN 1992-2003 MODEL YEAR CARS AND TRUCKS - FUSED JUMPER HARNESS REPLACEMENT FOR VEHICLES SERVICED WITH AN INCOMPATIBLE FUSED JUMPER HARNESS
    Vehicle: 1992 Mercury Cougar XR-7 5.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
  • Document: RECALL - 1992-2004 MULTIPLE VEHICLE LINES - SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION
    Vehicle: 1992 Mercury Cougar XR-7 5.0 V8 GAS

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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1992 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1992 Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1992 Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1992 Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1992 Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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