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Suitable for Ford Cougar
For the Ford Cougar, the manufacturer specifies motor oil 5W-30 (Ford WSS-M2C 912-A1, Ford WSS-M2C 913-A, Ford WSS-M2C 913-B). All 2 engine variants of the Ford Cougar take the same oils, so the selection below applies to every one of them.
Fill quantity and viscosity by engine of the Ford Cougar
Fill quantity including an oil filter change, taken from our vehicle data. The change interval is set by your service book, not by the oil.
Other fluids for the Ford Cougar
| Fluid | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) | Ford ESP-M2C 166-H, Ford Mercon |
| Axle & differential oil | 75W-80, 75W-90, Ford ESD- M2C 186-A, Ford ESD-M2C 175-A |
| Brake fluid | FMVSS 116 DOT 3, FMVSS 116 DOT 4 |
| Coolant & antifreeze | ASTM D3306, G11 |
| Power steering fluid | Ford ESP-M2C 166-H, Ford Mercon |
Which viscosity does a Ford Cougar need?
We cover 2 engine variants of the Ford Cougar. The most commonly approved grades are 5W-30. Fill quantity ranges from 4.2 to 5.5 litres depending on the engine.
Which approvals does Ford require?
Ford mostly calls for the approvals Ford WSS-M2C 912-A1, Ford WSS-M2C 913-A, Ford WSS-M2C 913-B and Ford WSS-M2C 913-D. An oil without the right approval can cost you a warranty claim.
Ford Cougar engine variants
The oil finder covers these engine variants of the Ford Cougar: Cougar 2.0i 16V 1998–2002 and Cougar 2.5i 24V 1998–2002.
