How to replace the air filter and PCV filter in your Mercury Cougar?

You need to buy another filter element and PCV filter if needed. Take off the filter housing cover by unsnapping the clips. Take note of the direction when removing the filter element. Wipe clean the interior of air cleaner housing. Change it again if there is a PCV filter. Separate the hose from it and take out that part. Wear a clip to install a new filter unit around it. The marked side should always be facing up in relation to placing a new air filter element in housing. Turn and close the cover by snapping back on the clips.

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Mercury Cougar Element Assy - Air Cleaner
Part Number: E6SZ-9601-B
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- Other Name: Air Filter, Element
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1986-1988 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C5, 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar Element Assy - Air Cleaner
Part Number: E9SZ-9601-A
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- Other Name: Air Filter, Element
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1989-1997 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT AOD, 4AT AODE, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar Element Assy - Air Cleaner
Part Number: F6RZ-9601-CB
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- Manufacturer Note: Service Element
- Replaced by: F5RZ-9601-C
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- 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.0L | 4AT CD4E, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar Element Assy - Air Cleaner
Part Number: F6RZ-9601-BB
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- Replaced by: F5RZ-9601-B
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 2.5L | 4AT CD4E, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar Element Assy - Air Cleaner
Part Number: D2AZ-9601-AR
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Air Filter
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1983-1985 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C5, 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar Element Assy - Air Cleaner
Part Number: D3ZZ-9601-AR
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Air Filter, Element
- Manufacturer Note: SERVICE ELEMENT ASSY.
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1982-1987 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.2L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C5, 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar Element Assy - Air Cleaner
Part Number: D7ZZ-9601-AR
Product Specifications
- Manufacturer Note: SERVICE ELEMENT ASSY.
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1980-1983 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.2L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C3, 3AT C4, 3AT C5, 4AT AOD, 4MT
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Mercury Cougar Element Assy - Air Cleaner
Part Number: E3ZZ-9601-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Air Filter
- Manufacturer Note: SERVICE ELEMENT ASSY.
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1984-1986 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C5, 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar Element Assy - Air Cleaner
Part Number: E4TZ-9601-AR
Product Specifications
- Manufacturer Note: SERVICE ELEMENT ASSY.
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1980-1982 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.2L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C3, 3AT C4, 3AT C5, 4AT AOD, 4MT

Mercury Cougar Air Filter

In Mercury Cougar vehicles, the Air Filter is essential because it takes the responsibility of protecting the engine by trapping dirt and debris thereby causing no harm to the vehicle. These filters have to be changed from time to time to ensure appropriate level of filtration and efficiency of the engine. Currently, Mercury Cougar has different styles and designs for the air filters primarily round for the carbureted engine and flat panel for the fuel injected engines. The duration for the replacement of these filters depends on the driver's conditions; for instance, filters applied under off-road or dusty terrain are changed frequently. There are also performance air filters to provide better airflow and longer intervals over OE filters which provide better horsepower, and fuel economy.

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Mercury Cougar Air Filter Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Element Assy - Air Cleaner
E9SZ-9601-A
Q: How to replace the air filter and PCV filter in your Mercury Cougar?
A: You need to buy another filter element and PCV filter if needed. Take off the filter housing cover by unsnapping the clips. Take note of the direction when removing the filter element. Wipe clean the interior of air cleaner housing. Change it again if there is a PCV filter. Separate the hose from it and take out that part. Wear a clip to install a new filter unit around it. The marked side should always be facing up in relation to placing a new air filter element in housing. Turn and close the cover by snapping back on the clips.