Ford Mercury Duratec 3.0L V6 Remanufactured Engine 2001-2002

Description

Featuring an exact 2967cc displacement with XW4E block architecture, the Ford Mercury 3.0L Remanufactured Engine restores highway passing torque. This 24-Valve DOHC V6 long block features YF1E cylinder heads and a micro-polished V86 crankshaft. Precision CNC machining eliminates oil consumption issues. Technicians must bleed the cooling system with precision to prevent air pockets from causing cylinder head overheating.

High-grade die-cast aluminum constructs the deep-skirt V6 block casting marked XW4E above the rear bellhousing, fitted with cast iron cylinder sleeves. Twin YF1E 24-Valve DOHC aluminum cylinder heads mount above a micro-polished V86 forged crankshaft spinning in align-honed saddles. Dry engine mass measures 220 lbs. Packaging crate dimensions span 36in length, 36in width, and 36in height, with the lower cast aluminum oil pan holding 5.5 quarts of motor oil.

Key Features of Ford Mercury 3.0L

Fleet maintenance facilities buy Ford Mercury 3.0L remanufactured engine assemblies to restore worn family sedans and wagons with dependable 24-Valve power. This precision-built long block replaces tired powertrains in transverse front-wheel-drive configurations.

• Dual overhead camshafts actuate four valves per cylinder to generate broad torque across highway cruising speeds.
• Re-machined XW4E block casting maintains strict bore roundness to eliminate oil burning past piston rings.
• Micro-polished V86 crankshaft journals preserve hydrodynamic bearing oil films under prolonged acceleration.
• Diamond plateau honed cylinder sleeves ensure immediate piston ring seal without blow-by smoke.
• Multi-layer steel head gaskets seal combustion fire rings against high operating cylinder head pressures.
• Hardened intake and exhaust valve seats resist thermal wear under sustained high operating temperatures.
• Pre-installed timing chain set ensures accurate camshaft phasing and eliminates ignition timing scatter.

Duratec Dyno Machining Precision Tolerances

Dynamometer load tests confirm 200HP at 5,650 RPM and 200 ft-lbs torque at 4,400 RPM on standard pump gasoline. Crankshaft main journal runout measures within 0.0003in TIR across induction-hardened bearing pins. Connecting rod oil clearances hold at 0.0012in to maintain hydrodynamic bearing lubrication during sustained highway speeds. Sump lubrication pressure sustains 60 PSI at 3,000 RPM with coolant stabilized at 195°F. Cylinder compression checks record 195 PSI across all six cylinders, verifying uniform valve seat concentricity and tight piston ring end-gap fitment.

Vehicle Fitment Drivetrain Guide

Target vehicle fitment includes 2001 to 2002 Ford Taurus and 2001 to 2002 Mercury Sable sedans and station wagons equipped with the 3.0L 2967cc Duratec V6 under Engine VIN Code S. Casting identification verifies block code XW4E, head code YF1E, and crankshaft code V86. It mates with factory 4F50N 4-Speed automatic transaxles. This engine does not fit 3.0L Vulcan pushrod V6 models, 2.5L Contour applications, or Lincoln LS rear-wheel-drive platforms.

Installation Protocol Service Schedules

Throttle linkage cables require smooth action without tight bends along the firewall track. Mechanics must replace intake manifold runner control gaskets and flush heater cores prior to road testing. Never drop this naturally aspirated production V6 long block into custom supercharged builds exceeding 6 PSI on stock cast pistons.

• Drain initial break-in engine oil and swap the spin-on filter after 500 operating miles.
• Inspect water pump belt condition and coolant expansion tank cap every 10,000 road miles.
• Change motor oil and filter every 3,000 miles using certified 5W-20 synthetic motor oil.

Warranty Terms Core Return Policy

Warranty coverage provides a 3-Year Unlimited-Mile replacement guarantee on internal lubricated engine rotating components. Return your like-for-like core within 30 days using prepaid freight documentation to secure core deposit refund. The secure shipping crate contains the remanufactured long block, complete timing assembly, oil pan, and shop installation guides.