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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1994 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

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Vehicle: 1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 3.8 V6 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 1994 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Drum Brakes -> Type 6 -> Precautions
Vehicle: 1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 4.6 V8 GAS

When working on or around brake assemblies, care must be taken to prevent breathing asbestos dust, as many manufacturers incorporate asbestos fibers in the production of brake linings. During routine service operations the amount of asbestos dust from brake lining wear is at a low level, due to a chemical break down during use and a few precautions will minimize exposure. Do not sand or grind brake linings unless suitable local exhaust ventilation equipment is used to prevent excessive asbestos exposure.

The brake shoe and lining assemblies should be replaced if the lining is worn to...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1994 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Fuel Shutoff Switch Location -> 1993-97 Cougar, Thunderbird & XR-7
Vehicle: 1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 3.8 V6 GAS

The inertia switch is located at ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1994 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble
Vehicle: 1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 3.8 V6 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 1994 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove starter shield, if equipped.
  • Disconnect starter cable and push on connector. When disconnecting hardshell connector at S-terminal, grasp plastic shell and pull off. Do not pull on wire. Be careful to pull straight off to prevent damage to conn...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1994 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Traction Control System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 4.6 V8 GAS

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the warni...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1994 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 4.6 V8 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 1994 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 3.8 V6 GAS

  • Rotate automatic tensioner away from belt.
  • Remove old belt from pulleys.
  • Install new belt over pulleys.
  • Ensure all V-groo...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1994 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1994 Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Components Diagram for 1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 4.6 V8 GASEngine Components Diagram for 1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 4.6 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Pressure Feedback EGR Sensor
  • Intake Air Temp Sensor
  • Canister Purge Solenoid
  • EGR Vacuum Regulator Solenoid
  • Mass Air Flow Sensor
  • Engine Components Diagram for 1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 3.8 V6 GASEngine Components Diagram for 1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 3.8 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Right Front Brake Sensor
  • Solenoid Control Valve Body
  • Left Front Park Lamp
  • Brake Fluid Level Switch
  • Left Front Shock Actuator
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1994 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1994 Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Driver's Seat Control Switch
  • Driver's Seat Motor Assembly
  • 1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Switch
  • Manual Lever Position Sensor
  • Clutch Pedal Position Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1994 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1994 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: 1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 4.6 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
  • Document: RECALL - 1992-2004 MULTIPLE VEHICLE LINES - SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION
    Vehicle: 1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 4.6 V8 GAS

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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1994 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1994 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 1994 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 1994 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 1994 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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