1989 Mercury Tracer Service and Repair Manual

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The 1989 Mercury Tracer 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

  • Base Hatchback 2-Door
  • Base Hatchback 4-Door
  • Base Wagon 4-Door

Engines covered

  • 1.6L 1598CC 98Cu. In. l4 GAS 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

1989 Mercury Tracer Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #95V10301127/06/1995Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTONS CAN BREAK. THESE RED PLASTIC RELEASE BUTTONS ARE MARKED "PRESS." IF A BUTTON BREAKS, PIECES CAN FALL INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY CAUSING THE BUCKLE TO OPERATE

Consequence

THE SAFETY BELTS WOULD NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO AN OCCUPANT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

OWNERS SHOULD PROMPTLY CHECK THE CONDITION AND OPERATION OF BOTH FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AND CAREF

TSB #623988

INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC

TSB #612203

INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS

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 #606420

FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOW RECOMMENDS SAE 5W-30 VISCOSITY GRADE FOR SERVICING ANY FORD GASOLINE-POWERED VEHICLE REGARDLESS OF MODEL YEAR. *TT

TSB #601343

A NEW SILICONE GASKET AND SEALANT. *YC

TSB #601312

INFORMATION ON A BUZZING OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. *TT

TSB #601290

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

TSB #601269

ANNOUNCING THE FORD OEM AIR CONDITIONING RETROFIT KIT AVAILABILITY. *YC

Showing the 8 most recent of 18 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

19960729Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINEFire reported

VEHICLE FIRE.

19960423Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCHFire reported

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE UNDER THE HOOD ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAUGHT ON FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHORT, SAW SMOKE. *AK

19960423Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINEFire reported

PARKED VEHICLE ON LOT LATER VEHICLE BURST INTO FLAMES. *AK

20170813Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

THERE IS A STALLING PROBLEM, EVEN WHEN DRIVING! THE WERE A NUMBER OF TIMES THAT I HAD TO BE PUSHED OF A MAIN ROAD. IT TOOK HOURS TO RESTART. IF I WAIT OVER 10 HOURS, MOST TIMES THE CAR WILL RESTART.

20011230Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

THEY HAVE A LEAP SEAT BELT IN THE BACK ONLY. *AK

Showing the 5 most serious of 20 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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