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product_id: 12892717
title: "Genuine XT-5-QM MERCON-V Automatic Transmission and Power Steering Fluid - 1 Quart"
brand: "ford"
price: "€ 39.87"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Ford"
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region: Germany
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# Red dye for leak detection Wide temp range performance Premium synthetic base oils Genuine XT-5-QM MERCON-V Automatic Transmission and Power Steering Fluid - 1 Quart

**Brand:** ford
**Price:** € 39.87
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔧 Keep your ride shifting smooth and your steering sharp with Ford’s genuine MERCON V fluid!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Genuine XT-5-QM MERCON-V Automatic Transmission and Power Steering Fluid - 1 Quart by ford
- **How much does it cost?** € 39.87 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.de](https://www.desertcart.de/products/12892717-genuine-xt-5-qm-mercon-v-automatic-transmission-and-power)

## Best For

- ford enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ford brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Leak Detection Made Easy:** Distinctive red dye instantly reveals leaks, saving you time and costly repairs by catching issues early.
- • **Versatile Industrial Use:** Beyond vehicles, suitable as a hydraulic oil for ISO 46 or SAE 20W viscosity grade applications, proving its premium quality and adaptability.
- • **Ultimate Protection Formula:** Prevents wear, rust, corrosion, gum, sludge, lacquer, and foam buildup to extend transmission life and maintain peak efficiency.
- • **All-Weather Performance Guaranteed:** Formulated with high-viscosity index oils and additives to ensure smooth shifting and protection from freezing cold to scorching heat.
- • **Precision Engineered for Ford Vehicles:** Officially recommended by Ford for seamless compatibility with Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury models requiring MERCON V or MERCON fluids.

## Overview

Ford Genuine XT-5-QM MERCON-V is a premium synthetic automatic transmission and power steering fluid, specially formulated and recommended by Ford Motor Company for select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. Engineered with high-viscosity base oils and advanced additives, it delivers exceptional thermal stability, wear protection, and low-temperature fluidity. Dyed red for easy leak detection, this fluid ensures optimal transmission performance and longevity while also serving as a versatile hydraulic oil for industrial uses.

## Description

Motorcraft MERCON V is manufactured with high-viscosity index, premium-quality, hydro processed base oils and specially designed performance additives, which provide excellent shifting characteristics at high and low ambient temperatures, excellent thermal and oxidation resistance and good low temperature fluidity. It provides wear protection and inhibits the formation of gum, sludge, lacquer and foam. It also provides protection against rust and corrosion. It is dyed red for ease of leak detection.

Review: Good Price & recommended product! - Mercon V is the most common type of Ford Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) used in earlier year model Fords, it is very much like Dexron III. Dyed with Red color to detect leaks, It is a fully synthetic ATF. Motorcraft MERCON V (Actually a Roman numeral 5 not "Vee" as most people think) is a premium-quality automatic transmission fluid. Formulated & Recommended by Ford Motor Company for use in Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles that require either MERCON V or the old type MERCON type fluid. I did some research and found that FORD does not make MERCON anymore as suggested in the owner's guide for 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid and there were Technical Service Bulletin (TSBs) released indicating "MERCON V" as the replacement transmission fluid. The Ford (TSB) 06-14-04 indicates that Mercon "V" is to replace the original Mercon fluid. The vehicle uses 5.3 quarts (5.0L) and this 5 Quart jug is perfect and exact quantity needed to replace the factory fluid. Please note: Warning! Do not use this in Transfer cases. or put them inside PTUs. Using any transmission fluid other than those that meet the recommended specification may cause internal transaxle damage. Do NOT use Motorcraft MERCON CVT (blue) ATF in 2006 ford escape hybrids. You need to use the "RED" color fluid. This Ford 2006 escape hybrid vehicle uses only prior generation Motorcraft MERCON ATF (Unavailable) installed from factory and can be substituted with the new Mercon V (The product reviewed here) Pricing on desertcart is competitive and if you are prime member it gets delivered to your door in couple of days what is there to complain? Product reviewed here is Genuine ATF shipped and sold by desertcart. Rating the product with five stars!
Review: Fast - Great product fast service

## Features

- Motorcraft MERCON V is a premium-quality automatic transmission fluid
- Recommended by Ford Motor Company for use in Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles that require either MERCON V or MERCON type fluid
- Do not use in applications where MERCON SP, MERCON LV, continuously variable chain type transmission fluid, Motorcraft premium automatic transmission fluid, FNR5 automatic transmission fluid or Type-F automatic transmission fluid is recommended
- Do not use in transfer cases where MERCON automatic transmission fluid was previously recommended
- Motorcraft MERCON V is suitable for use as a hydraulic oil in a wide variety of industrial applications that call for an ISO 46 or SAE 20W viscosity grade hydraulic oil

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000NU6KW4 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,303 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #9 in Transmission Fluids |
| Brand | Ford |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (2,605) |
| Date First Available | May 24, 2013 |
| Item Form | Liquid |
| Item Weight | 1.76 ounces |
| Item model number | XT-5-QM |
| Liquid Volume | 32 Fluid Ounces |
| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Manufacturer Part Number | XT-5-QM |
| Material | gear oil |
| Model | XT-5-QM |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| OEM Part Number | XT5QM |
| Package Information | Jug |
| Product Dimensions | 8.4 x 5.4 x 2.7 inches |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Automotive |
| SAE J300 Viscosity Grade | 5W-40 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Automatic Transmission Lubrication, Power Steering System Lubrication |
| Unit Count | 32.0 Fluid Ounces |
| Viscosity | 1 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Ford
- **Item Weight:** 1.76 ounces
- **Liquid Volume:** 32 Fluid Ounces
- **Material:** gear oil
- **Package Information:** Jug

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this rated as DOT 3?**
A: If you don't know the difference between brake fluid (DOT 3) and automatic transmission fluid (Mercon) then you should take your car to a licensed repair shop.

**Q: Om for 2002 lincoln ls v8 recommends “motorcraft mercon atf” for engine cooling fan fluid.  is this product compatible?  thanks!**
A: Yes. Ford sent out a memo around 2005 or 2006 that Mercon V (5) will be replacing Mercon. It is for use in power steering and transmissions. 

Originally, it was shown in the “OM” for 2002 and 2003 Lincoln Navigators to use “power steering” fluid. The power steering fluid was actually Mercon ATF - same color too.

A bit of additional information.... 

Mercon  V was reformulated to be compatible with transmissions factory filled with Mercon ATF. Best, however, to drain/refill the transmission 4 or 5 times, driving for about 50 miles after each refill to remove all the Mercon, although the two are compatible.

For best maintenance do a drain/refill every 30,000 or 40,000 miles (or sooner if you pull a tailor a lot). Assuming you have installed a drain plug or a pan with a drain plug the drain/refill is quite easy.

Replace the filter every 60,000 to 80,000 - sooner if you pull a trailer a lot. You will need to remove the pan to to get to the filter. 

Be sure to completely clean the pan of any dark grey matter and clean thoroughly the magnet that is located in the bottom of the pan. Use a parts cleaner to clean both. 

Replace the magnet in the same location in the pan. There should be three or “dimples” in the pan so that the magnet sits slightly elevated to allow the transmission fluid to circulate above and below and all around the magnet to catch the maximum amount of matter.

If you find the magnet is missing get a replacement. It’s very crucial to have a strong, circular shaped magnet in the pan. It has a hole in the center too.

Hope this helps....

**Q: I have a 1987 ford thunderbird turbo coupe with a 5-speed manual transmission will motorcraft mercon v be safe to use?**
A: This IS the correct fluid for the Zf5-42 manual transmission also. DO NOT use 90w in any modern manual transmissions with aluminum case, they will be toast.

**Q: Es compatible con Ford Explorer Sport 1998?**
A: Hola. Yo creo que si ya que es compatible con models anteriores a 2002. Yo lo utilize en una ford bronco ll 4x4 Modelo 1987. Estoy muy satisfactory.
Heriberto Piña.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good Price & recommended product!
*by B***S on May 11, 2019*

Mercon V is the most common type of Ford Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) used in earlier year model Fords, it is very much like Dexron III. Dyed with Red color to detect leaks, It is a fully synthetic ATF. Motorcraft MERCON V (Actually a Roman numeral 5 not "Vee" as most people think) is a premium-quality automatic transmission fluid. Formulated & Recommended by Ford Motor Company for use in Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles that require either MERCON V or the old type MERCON type fluid. I did some research and found that FORD does not make MERCON anymore as suggested in the owner's guide for 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid and there were Technical Service Bulletin (TSBs) released indicating "MERCON V" as the replacement transmission fluid. The Ford (TSB) 06-14-04 indicates that Mercon "V" is to replace the original Mercon fluid. The vehicle uses 5.3 quarts (5.0L) and this 5 Quart jug is perfect and exact quantity needed to replace the factory fluid. Please note: Warning! Do not use this in Transfer cases. or put them inside PTUs. Using any transmission fluid other than those that meet the recommended specification may cause internal transaxle damage. Do NOT use Motorcraft MERCON CVT (blue) ATF in 2006 ford escape hybrids. You need to use the "RED" color fluid. This Ford 2006 escape hybrid vehicle uses only prior generation Motorcraft MERCON ATF (Unavailable) installed from factory and can be substituted with the new Mercon V (The product reviewed here) Pricing on Amazon is competitive and if you are prime member it gets delivered to your door in couple of days what is there to complain? Product reviewed here is Genuine ATF shipped and sold by Amazon. Rating the product with five stars!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fast
*by R***H on November 20, 2025*

Great product fast service

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's Genuine Mercon V
*by N***L on January 3, 2026*

Just what I needed, and what you should use in your 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis. Or any older ford/Mercury/Panther Car.. This is the proper viscosity compared to the equivalents sold out there. Worked great for my fluid and filter change

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