{"product_id":"mercury-mountaineer-5-0l-vin-p-8th-digit-8-302-5-0l-engine-2000-2001","title":"Mercury Mountaineer 5.0L (VIN P, 8th digit, 8-302) 5.0L Engine (2000-2001)","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMercury Mountaineer 5.0L V8 Engine For 2000-2001 Models \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eThis robust 215 HP V8 engine delivers strong, dependable power for your Mercury Mountaineer, providing excellent towing capacity and smooth performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown-table-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 63.9522%; height: 270px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: center; width: 40.3195%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: center; width: 59.2934%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 40.3195%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eEngine Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 59.2934%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e5.0L Windsor V8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 40.3195%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eDisplacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 59.2934%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e5.0L V8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 40.3195%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eAspiration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 59.2934%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eNaturally Aspirated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 40.3195%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eHorsepower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 59.2934%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e215 HP \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 40.3195%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eTorque\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 59.2934%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e288 lb-ft \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 40.3195%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eFuel System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 59.2934%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eSequential Electronic Fuel Injection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 40.3195%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eValvetrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 59.2934%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eOHV 16-valve \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 40.3195%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eVIN Requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 59.2934%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e8th digit = P \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 40.3195%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 59.2934%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e4-Speed Automatic \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5898px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 40.3195%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eEngine Block\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 59.2934%; height: 19.5898px;\"\u003eCast iron block and heads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"markdown-table-wrapper\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Long Block Assembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIncludes the fully assembled engine block, crankshaft, pistons, cylinder head, and valvetrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes Intake \u0026amp;amp; Exhaust Manifolds:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eComes with both manifolds pre-attached, saving installation time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBacked by Warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProvides a reliable warranty on the entire assembly for peace of mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePricing Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown-table-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 81.9887%;\" height=\"142\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 28.1481%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMileage Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: center; width: 18.0247%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: center; width: 53.0864%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.1481%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30K-60K miles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.0247%;\"\u003e$1,490.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 53.0864%;\"\u003eLike-new condition, minimal wear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.1481%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e60K-90K miles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.0247%;\"\u003e$ 1,240.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 53.0864%;\"\u003eLight use, excellent condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.1481%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90K-120K miles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.0247%;\"\u003e$ 990.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 53.0864%;\"\u003eGood condition, fully functional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.1481%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e120K-150K miles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.0247%;\"\u003e$ 890.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 53.0864%;\"\u003eBudget option, may require minor service\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eStandard shipping 5-7 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eExpedited shipping available for an extra cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eQ: How do I confirm my Mountaineer has the 5.0L V8 engine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCheck the 8th digit of your VIN it must be P for the 5.0L V8 engine. Also look for V8 badging on the vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eQ: What maintenance is critical for this engine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTo keep your Mercury Mountaineer 5.0L engine strong, change the oil regularly, check the timing belt and spark plugs, and monitor coolant levels to prevent overheating. These key steps ensure your engine runs boldly and reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eQ: Is this engine the same as the Explorer 5.0L?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe Mercury Mountaineer 5.0L engine shares many core components with the Ford Explorer 5.0L from the same era, as both are built on Ford’s 8-302 VIN P platform. However, tuning and specific calibrations may differ to suit the Mountaineer's unique performance and driving feel. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady to Order?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eKeep your Mercury Mountaineer performing strong with a quality replacement 5.0L V8 engine. 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