It's not overkill using synthetic trans fluid on the new Ford automatics...(its the wrong thing to do). Only use Mercon V- Mercon SA on Fords after 2005.
Thanks for the information. I have not added or installed anything in my Transmission. However my transmission fluid and filter were changed by the Ford dealership where I purchased it.
I checked my dealers invoice and they installed XT-6-QSP.
I checked it out as much as I could. It is referred to as a fluid not an oil so I don't really know if it is a Synthetic but it has specific additives that are necessary for the transmission. This goes for Ford Transmissions around 2003 or 2005 and newer..
Incase your interested here is what I found.. Thanks for the heads up. I had not worried what to put in my transmission. Haven't need to yet..
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Motorcraft® MERCON® SP is a premium-quality fl uid designed, engineered and recommended by Ford Motor Company specifi cally for use in Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles that require MERCON® SP type fl uid. This product also provides excellent performance in electronically controlled automatic transmissions. Check Owner’s Guide or Workshop Manual for correct applications • Motorcraft® MERCON® SP is manufactured with premium base oils and specially designed performance additives, which provide excellent shifting characteristics at high and low ambient temperatures, excellent thermal and oxidation resistance. It provides wear protection and inhibits the formation of gum, sludge, lacquer and foam. It also provides protection against rust and corrosion. MERCON® SP is friction modifi ed for smooth transmission operation while guarding against transmission shudder • Specifi cally designed for improved durability and torque handling capacity in TorqShift™ transmissions • Do not use in transmissions requiring MERCON® V or MERCON®
Specs from MSDS Sheet
MERCON® SP
Automatic Transmission Fluid
FEATURES
• Motorcraft® MERCON® SP is a premium-quality fluid
designed, engineered, and recommended by Ford
Motor Company specifically for use in Ford, Lincoln
and Mercury vehicles that require MERCON® SP type
fluid. Check Owner’s Guide or Workshop Manual for
correct applications.
• Motorcraft® MERCON® SP is formulated with premium
base stocks and high-performance additives which
provide excellent shifting characteristics at high and low
ambient temperatures and excellent thermal and
oxidation resistance. It provides an extra measure of
wear protection and inhibits the formation of gum,
sludge, lacquer and foam. It also provides protection
against rust, corrosion and wear.
• Specifically designed for improved durability and
torque handling capacity in the new TorqShift™
5-speed transmission.
BENEFITS
• Excellent performance in electronically
controlled automatic transmissions
• Outstanding low temperature fluidity for better
shifting in cold weather
• Excellent high temperature thermal and oxidative
stability
• Friction modified for smooth transmission operation
• Guards against transmission shudder
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION FLUID
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Designed, engineered and recommended
by Ford Motor Company.
1 QUART (0.946L)
MERCON ®
SP
ML-1169 XT-6-QSP
Ford Internal Reference No. 164125
MERCON® SP
Specifically developed by Ford Motor Company.
Designed, engineered and recommended for use in automatic
transmissions ONLY where MERCON® SP is specified.
Provides protection against deposits, rust, corrosion and wear.
Shear stable formulation resists thinning.
MERCON Registration No. MSP020101.
Do Not use for applications where MERCON®, MERCON® V or Ford Type F fluids are recommended.
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Printed in U.S.A.
Caution: May cause eye irritation
Don’t Pollute. Conserve resources.
Return used oil to collection centers.
Keep out of reach of children. MERCON®
SP
For more information visit
www.motorcraft.com
Distributed by:
Ford Motor Company
Dearborn, Michigan 48121
Motorcraft® MERCON® SP
SPECIFICATIONS
Product Typicals
Gravity, °API . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34.8
Specific Gravity, @ 60°F (15.5°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.85
Density, lb/gal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.09
Flash Point, COC, °F (°C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 421 (216)
Viscosity: cSt @ 40°C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.26
cSt @ 100°C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.55
Viscosity Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Brookfield Viscosity at -40°C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9,370
ASTM Foam Test, Sequence I, max. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-0
Sequence II, max. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35-0
Sequence III, max. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-0
Color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Red
Licensing Number
Ford MERCON® SP License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MSP020101
ORDERING SPECIFICATIONS
Part Number XT-6-QSP
Size 1 Quart