1990-2005 Mercury Sable Transmission Oil Cooler Torque Specs

3.0L V6

Applies to 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005 Mercury Sable

Labor Time:1.5 hours

Torque Values (9 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Screws	11	8	—
⚠️ Drain Plug	35	26	Use new washer
⚠️ Fill Plug	35	26	—
⚠️ Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	64	47	—
⚠️ Pan Bolts	18	13	Torque in sequence
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
⚠️ Transmission Drain Plug	30	22	Use new crush washer if equipped
Transmission Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in criss-cross pattern

The primary torque specification for transmission oil cooler on a 1990-2005 Mercury Sable is 11 Nm (8 lb-ft).

There are 9 torque specifications for transmission oil cooler on the 1990-2005 Mercury Sable 3.0L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.