1987 Mercury Lynx Service and Repair Manual

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The 1987 Mercury Lynx Service and Repair Manual is a practical, workshop-ready reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs. Use it to troubleshoot symptoms, follow step-by-step procedures, verify specifications, and confirm wiring and connector locations before replacing parts.

Ideal for technicians and DIY owners, it supports everything from routine service to deeper mechanical and electrical work—including drivability, no-start, warning lights, overheating, brake and suspension issues, HVAC faults, and circuit testing.

Trims covered

  • GS Hatchback 2-Door
  • GS Hatchback 4-Door
  • GS Wagon 4-Door
  • L Hatchback 2-Door
  • XR3 Hatchback 2-Door

Engines covered

  • 1.9L 116Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 2.0L 1989CC 122Cu. In. l4 DIESEL SOHC Naturally Aspirated

What’s inside

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams

Why this manual matters

  • Faster diagnostics with system-based troubleshooting and wiring diagrams
  • Clear procedures and reference sections to reduce guesswork and rework
  • Helpful for maintenance planning and verifying parts/specs before repairs

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Vehicle Safety Data

1987 Mercury Lynx Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #89V17000013/10/1989Component: SEATS

THE FORWARD OUTBOARD PEDESTAL OF THE SEAT TRACK OF DRIVER'S SEAT MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO FATIGUE FRACTURE.

Consequence

THIS COULD RESULT IN A LIMITED DEGREE OF ROCKING MOTIONOF THE DRIVERS SEAT ASSEMBLY UPON ACCELERATIO

Remedy

INSTALL A REINFORCEMENT ON ALL MODELS AND A NEW SEAT TRACK AS NECESSARY

NHTSA #87V13900004/09/1987Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

SPRING LOCK FUEL LINE COUPLING MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ENGAGED.

Consequence

COUPLING COULD DISENGAGE DUE TO FUEL PRESSURE,VIBRATION, AND ENGINE MOVEMENTS; THIS WOULD CAUSE LOSS

Remedy

INSTALL RETAINER CLIPS OVER THE COUPLINGS TO PREVENT COUPLING SEPARATION AND FUEL LEAKAGE.

TSB #618599

CONCERNS WITH PREMATURE FAILURE OCCURING ON THE 1.9L MOTORCRAFT REMANUFACTURED LONGBLOCK ASSEMBLY AND SHORTBLOCK ASSEMBLY DUE TO INGESTION OF FOREIGN OBJECTS REMAINING IN THE TRANSFERRED INTAKE SYSTEM FROM THE ORIGINAL FAILED ENGINE. *JB

TSB #6090087

INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT

TSB #601290

INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC

TSB #50905

WIRING - ELECTRICAL DIODE IDENTIFICATION AND SERVICE REPLACEMENTS. *TW

TSB #50940

WINDSHIELD AND INTERIOR GLASS - FOG/FILM. *TW

TSB #50997

TRANSAXLE - TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES AND TORQUE CONVERTER/TRANSAXLE COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING PROCEDURES - SERVICE TIP. *TW

TSB #3031000

UNKNOWN

TSB #39900

ROUGHNESS CONCERN DURING BRAKE APPLICATION. *TW

Showing the 8 most recent of 9 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

19971129Component: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

FRONT DRIVER' SEAT ROCKS, WON'T STAY UP.

19960524Component: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

FRAME CRACKED NEAR THE WHEEL IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. *AK

19960501Component: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

SMOKE WAS SEEN FROM THE STEERING COLUMN ONCE WHILE BEING DRIVEN. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

19960501Component: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

SMOKE WAS SEEN FROM THE STEERING COLUMN ONCE WHILE BEING DRIVEN. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

19950623Component: STRUCTURE:BODY

VEHICLE HAS TWO CRACKS IN THE TOP INNER WHEEL WELL, CAUSING ALIGNMENT PROBELMS. *DH

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