What happens when you "ride" your Mercury's brakes?

Keeping your foot on the brake pedal or lightly but consistently pushing it down can lead to transmission problems. Pay attention to how often you apply your brake and use engine braking when possible.

How much can I tow in a Mercury Mountaineer?

Think twice before offering to tow something for a friend, no matter how light the load might seem. Defying your Mountaineer towing capacity can spell trouble for the transmission system. Double check your owner's manual to ensure your Mountaineer is equipped with a towing setup and can handle whatever you're thinking about towing.

Does my Mountaineer's transmission fluid need to be inspected?

Regularly checking and exchanging your 2007 Mountaineer’s transmission fluid is one of the best ways to help the transmission system perform. A general rule of thumb is to have your transmission fluid checked and changed about every 30,000 to 60,000 miles, but that timeline can change if you're hard on your Mercury. Luckily, leaks and low fluid levels are easy to spot and inexpensive to fix.

Can Mercury Mountaineer transmission fluid leak?

Yes, your Mercury Mountaineer can develop a transmission fluid leak. As your Mountaineer ages, parts of the transmission system might wear out or break down, leading to a leak and possible transmission issues. Common causes of transmission fluid leaks include worn seals, a damaged transmission housing, a loose or cracked transmission pan, an overfilled transmission, or faulty transmission lines.

Who does Mercury Mountaineer transmission repair?

Look to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care for Mountaineer transmission system diagnostics and repairs. Schedule an appointment online today.

Should I avoid driving my Mercury Mountaineer if there is a transmission fluid leak?

Driving with a transmission fluid leak is not recommended. Transmission fluid is essential to the proper operation of the transmission system, and a leak can cause serious problems, including reduced performance, overheating, and potentially transmission failure.

Transmission Services for 2007 Mercury Mountaineer

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Why is Your 2007 Mountaineer’s Transmission So Important?

Your transmission carries power from the engine to the wheels so that you can drive at the speed you desire. Since the transmission has to translate the precise amount of power for your desired amount of speed, a tiny transmission issue can take a major toll on your car’s performance. Such problems aren’t hard to spot. Mercury Mountaineer transmission problems can present themselves as shifting delays, jumping or grinding during acceleration, a feeling of shakiness, or whistling noises and a burning smell coming from under the hood. If you don’t pay attention to Mercury Mountaineer transmission trouble your could suffer a loss in fuel efficiency or discover that your Mountaineer’s not even driveable.

Mercury Transmission Recommendations for 2007 Mountaineers

Your Mountaineer’s transmission should be inspected routinely, according to Mercury. First off, Mercury recommends exchanging transmission and differential fluids in 2007 Mercury Mountaineers at certain intervals with Mercury-approved transmission fluid. Our technicians are trained to service 2007 Mercury Mountaineer transmission systems according to vehicle manufacturer recommendations. If you think there’s something wrong with your Mountaineer’s transmission, schedule an appointment at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care to help diagnose, treat, and prevent major transmission issues.

Mercury Mountaineer Transmission Service Pricing

We do our best to keep Mercury Mountaineer transmission repairs and services affordable. Visit your local Firestone Complete Auto Care and we’ll give your car a free Courtesy Check. We’ll check out your Mountaineer’s major systems and components to help inform your car service decisions. Whether your vehicle needs a fluid exchange or routine maintenance, you can rely on our Triple Promise to deliver a car that’s Fixed Right. Priced Right. Right on Time.

2007 Mercury Mountaineer Transmission Q&A

What happens when you "ride" your Mercury's brakes? Keeping your foot on the brake pedal or lightly but consistently pushing it down can lead to transmission problems. Pay attention to how often you apply your brake and use engine braking when possible.
How much can I tow in a Mercury Mountaineer? Think twice before offering to tow something for a friend, no matter how light the load might seem. Defying your Mountaineer towing capacity can spell trouble for the transmission system. Double check your owner's manual to ensure your Mountaineer is equipped with a towing setup and can handle whatever you're thinking about towing.
Does my Mountaineer's transmission fluid need to be inspected? Regularly checking and exchanging your 2007 Mountaineer’s transmission fluid is one of the best ways to help the transmission system perform. A general rule of thumb is to have your transmission fluid checked and changed about every 30,000 to 60,000 miles, but that timeline can change if you're hard on your Mercury. Luckily, leaks and low fluid levels are easy to spot and inexpensive to fix.
Can Mercury Mountaineer transmission fluid leak? Yes, your Mercury Mountaineer can develop a transmission fluid leak. As your Mountaineer ages, parts of the transmission system might wear out or break down, leading to a leak and possible transmission issues. Common causes of transmission fluid leaks include worn seals, a damaged transmission housing, a loose or cracked transmission pan, an overfilled transmission, or faulty transmission lines.
Who does Mercury Mountaineer transmission repair? Look to your local Firestone Complete Auto Care for Mountaineer transmission system diagnostics and repairs. Schedule an appointment online today.
Should I avoid driving my Mercury Mountaineer if there is a transmission fluid leak? Driving with a transmission fluid leak is not recommended. Transmission fluid is essential to the proper operation of the transmission system, and a leak can cause serious problems, including reduced performance, overheating, and potentially transmission failure.