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If your Mercury Monterey’s AC system is not working, it can be uncomfortable and downright dangerous on a hot day. There are A LOT of issues that can cause your van’s air conditioner to fail. This article is broken down into these three sections to help save you time repairing …

Dash lights flickering and failure to start is a very common issue that can happen to the Mercury Monterey. While your first impulse may be to think that there is something wrong with your van’s starter (and it is possible), it’s usually caused by an issue with the battery or …

P0324 is a common OBD2 trouble code. It indicates that there is an issue with your Mercury Monterey’s knock control system. While P0324 is a generic code, repair steps will vary depending on your Monterey’s engine type and model year. However, some basic steps can be followed to help diagnose …

P0193 is a generic OBD-II code that can occur in the Mercury Monterey. It indicates that your Monterey’s fuel rail pressure sensor is sending a signal to the PCM that is above its normal operating range (in terms of voltage value). While P0193 is a generic code (it has the …

P1289 is a manufacturer-specific diagnostic trouble code. In the case of Ford-built vehicles (such as the Mercury Monterey), it indicates that the cylinder head temperature sensor returned a value to the powertrain control module (PCM) that was greater than the signal should be during a self-test cycle. The most likely …

P2271 is a generic DTC trouble code that can affect the Mercury Monterey. It indicates that the oxygen sensor located on bank 1 in the second position is continuously sending voltage with a value that is too rich. There are oxygen sensors on both sides of the catalytic converter. The …

P2279 is a generic OBD-II code. It indicates there is a vacuum leak coming from your Mercury Monterey’s air intake system. While P2279 is a generic code (it has the same definition for the Monterey as it would any other vehicle made after 1996), repair steps will vary based on …

P0605 is a relatively rare OBD-II trouble code that can occur in the Mercury Monterey. It indicates that PCM (powertrain control module) is not passing its ROM (read-only memory) self-test when you turn the ignition on. While P0605 is a generic code (it has the same meaning for any car …

P0116 indicates that your Mercury Monterey’s engine coolant temperature sensor is sending a signal to the PCM (powertrain control module) that is outside of its normal operating range (in terms of voltage). While P0116 is a generic OBD2 code (it has the same definition for any car or truck), it …

P0036 is a very common O2 sensor-related trouble code. It’s generic, which means it has the same definition for the Mercury Monterey as any other vehicle. This code is almost always caused by a bad heated oxygen sensor or wiring issue and is almost always symptom-free. P0036 should NOT be …