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FORD Crown Victoria
1992-1997 (first generation NYPD and civilian version) / second generation (1992–1997) with facelift extending through 1998 / Second Generation (1998–2011) / PIU (Phase III Update) / 1996-2008 / Sedan / 4-door sedan / Full-size Sedan
North America / select export marketsNorth America primarily; not officially sold as new in other global marketsNorth America (main), select global marketsNorth America primarily (limited export markets)Coverage: expanded
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1996 FORD Crown Victoria L46 (UN93)
UN93 / L46 / 4.6L SOHC V8, naturally aspirated, used primarily in North American markets with minor variations in export models
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Oil type: 5W-30 motor oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-AOil capacity: 5.7 liters / 6.0 quarts (includes filter change, service fill)Related: 2F3E-BV61A, UN93 chassis code
1998 FORD Crown Victoria 2VYP/4VYN (P72)
P72 / 2VYP, 4VYN / 4.6L SOHC Modular V8, available in standard (2VYP) and Police Interceptor 4VYN versions
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Oil type: API SG/SH or higher grade 5W-30Oil capacity: 6.0 quarts (5.7 liters) including filter; service fillRelated: P70 platform, Modular 4.6L V8 series
2004 FORD Crown Victoria InTech-4.6L SOHC V8 (P72)
P72 / InTech-4.6L SOHC V8 / 4.6L SOHC V8 engine, naturally aspirated, aluminum heads, sequential multi-port fuel injection.
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Oil type: 5W-20 or 5W-30 motor oil meeting Ford WSS-M2C930-A specificationOil capacity: 6.0 quarts with filter (service-fill)Related: P0300, P0420, P0171, P0455
2008 FORD Crown Victoria V8-4.6L SOHC Modular - 2V (VIN code W) (P71)
P71 / V8-4.6L SOHC Modular - 2V (VIN code W) / 4.6L SOHC 2-valve Modular V8, pushrod replacement, single overhead cam with 2 valves per cylinder, camshaft driven by timing chain
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Oil type: SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 motor oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A or API SM/SLOil capacity: 6.0 quarts (5.7 liters) with filter, service-fill qty including oil filter replacementRelated: V8-4.6L Modular engine family, 4R70W automatic transmission
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | technical-profile | L46 | 4601 cc | Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
| 1998 | technical-profile | 2VYP, 4VYN | 4.6 liters (281 cubic inches) | Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
| 2004 | technical-profile | InTech-4.6L SOHC V8 | 4.6 liters (281 cu in) | Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
| 2008 | technical-profile | V8-4.6L SOHC Modular - 2V (VIN code W) | 4601 cc (4.6 L) | Sequential multi-port fuel injection (SFI) |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | L46 | 5W-30 motor oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A | 5.7 liters / 6.0 quarts (includes filter change, service fill) | MERCON automatic transmission fluid |
| 1998 | 2VYP, 4VYN | API SG/SH or higher grade 5W-30 | 6.0 quarts (5.7 liters) including filter; service fill | Ford Mercon automatic transmission fluid |
| 2004 | InTech-4.6L SOHC V8 | 5W-20 or 5W-30 motor oil meeting Ford WSS-M2C930-A specification | 6.0 quarts with filter (service-fill) | Mercon automatic transmission fluid |
| 2008 | V8-4.6L SOHC Modular - 2V (VIN code W) | SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 motor oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A or API SM/SL | 6.0 quarts (5.7 liters) with filter, service-fill qty including oil filter replacement | MERCON ATF |
Technical specifications
- Engines: L46, 2VYP, 4VYN, InTech-4.6L SOHC V8, V8-4.6L SOHC Modular - 2V (VIN code W)
- Transmissions: Not typically offered; mostly automatic, Ford E4OD 4-speed automatic transmission, MERCON automatic transmission fluid, Not offered in 1998 Crown Victoria, 4-speed AOD-E automatic transmission standard, Ford Mercon automatic transmission fluid, Not available for this model/year, 4-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission (4R70W)
- Tire sizes: P215/75R15, P225/70R15, P225/75R15, P235/75R15 common, P235/75R15, P225/60R16, P225/70R16
- Bolt pattern: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Wheel torque: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Battery: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluids and service data
- Engine oil: 5W-30 motor oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A / API SG/SH or higher grade 5W-30 / 5W-20 or 5W-30 motor oil meeting Ford WSS-M2C930-A specification / SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 motor oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A or API SM/SL
- Transmission fluid: MERCON automatic transmission fluid / Ford Mercon automatic transmission fluid / Mercon automatic transmission fluid / MERCON ATF
- Coolant: 12.5 liters with heater / Approximately 14.5 quarts (13.7 liters) with heater / 14.2 quarts (with heater and radiator) / 13.5 quarts (12.8 liters)
- Brake fluid: DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid / DOT 3 or DOT 4
Known problems
- Intake manifold gasket leaks
- Ignition coil failures
- Automatic transmission electronic control issues
- Aging timing chain guides may cause noise
- Instrument cluster voltage regulator failure
- Transmission shift solenoid issues
- Rear wheel bearing wear
- Fuel pump wear in high mileage
- Transmission solenoid failures