1998 Mercury Villager Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 294

Power steering fluid reservoir 5. If the power steering fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking the level, until the fluid is between the minimum (MIN) and maximum (MAX) lines on the reservoir. Do not overfill. To find out how much fluid your vehicle's reservoir for the power steering fluid will hold, see Refill Capacities, Motorcraft Parts, and Lubricant Specifications in the Capacities and Specifications chapter. Use only power steering fluid that meets Ford Specification such as MERCON௡ ATF XT-2-QDX (or equivalent). NOTE: If the power steering fluid is low, do not drive your vehicle for a long period of time before adding fluid. This can damage the power steering pump. If you must check the power steering fluid when it is cold, make sure that the fluid reaches at least the minimum (MIN) mark. The reading will only be accurate if the fluid temperature is approximately 70° to 100° F (21° to 38° C). 290