Mercon V versus Mercon

[rtifactman]

Does Mercon V have the same specs as Mercon? I have founda synthetic Mercon V that I would like to use, but my tranny calls for regualr Mercon. Can I use Mercon V in place of Mercon?

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[F150Forever]

The owners manual says that dual usage fluids
(Mercon / Mercon V) can be used in transmissions requiring Mercon V; however, the dual usage fluids SHOULD NOT be used in trannies requiring Mercon. --- So, I'm asssuming you should not use Mercon V compatible fluids in a transmission requiring Mercon.

[gah]

I think this will help.

http://www.amsoil.com/faq4.htm

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[mightyfur]

i have a 1997 that had regular mercon in it when new. I have over 20,000 miles with mercon v in the transmission and it runs better than new. Keep in mind you cannot mix mercon and mercon v together. When i did the tranny flush mercon came out and mercon v went in. I have 55,000 on the truck now. No problems except door crack and poor paint job ( black).


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1997 f150 xlt black extended cab 4.6, 4x2 auto limited slip
mercon v, k&n filter
load lok liner.
17 inch tires saw blade rims goodyear at/s
vent visors
nerf bars black
door crack drivers door

looking for front bush guard for future mod