Mercury 2003--Marauder Owner's Manual page 215

Maintenance and Specifications
1
Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. DOT 3 fluid
is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be
used.
2
Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-2 or equivalent
meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axles.
3
Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCON and MERCON V. Refer to your scheduled maintenance
guide to determine the correct service interval.
ENGINE DATA
Engine
Cubic inches
Required fuel
Firing order
Spark plug gap
Ignition system
Compression ratio
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
Vehicle dimensions
(1) Overall length
(2) Overall width
(3) Overall height
(4) Wheelbase
(5) Track - Front
(5) Track - Rear
214
4.6L V8 engine
281
91 octane
1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056 inch)
Coil on plug
10.1:1
mm (in)
5 386 (212)
1 987 (78.2)
1 495 (58.9)
2 913 (114.7)
1 618 (63.7)
1 681 (66.2)