will 2001 mercury cougar flywheel work for 2002

2002 MERCURY COUGAR
150,000 MILES
Avatar
LILJSHORTY
  • MEMBER
  • 4 POSTS
i have a 2002 mercury cougar i put another engine from a 2001 mercury cougar so i have 2001 engine 2002 transmission and i am leaking fluid will the wrong flywheel cause this leak? Currently on the engine is the 2002 flywheel. Will the 2001 flywheel work for the 2002 transmission?
Mar 29, 2012 at 3:50 PM
Advertisement
Avatar
SATURNTECH9
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 30,869 POSTS
What size engine do you have?
Mar 29, 2012 at 3:57 PM
Avatar
LILJSHORTY
  • MEMBER
  • 4 POSTS
v6 2.5 l
Mar 29, 2012 at 4:56 PM
Avatar
SATURNTECH9
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 30,869 POSTS
Forgot to ask is this a manual transmission?Because you said flywheel which would mean you had a manual transmission.Automatic transmission would be a flex plate.Also what type of fluid is leaking?
Mar 29, 2012 at 4:59 PM
Avatar
LILJSHORTY
  • MEMBER
  • 4 POSTS
sry its the flexplate i got automatic transmission and its leaking transmission fluid from the torque converter seal
Mar 29, 2012 at 5:29 PM
Avatar
SATURNTECH9
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 30,869 POSTS
The tourqe convertor lists two different ones for the 2002 model one is the same part numer as the 2001 model year the other one is a different part number.
Mar 29, 2012 at 10:17 PM
Avatar
LILJSHORTY
  • MEMBER
  • 4 POSTS
Great had some mechanics tell me the same thing thx alot appreciate you taking time to look into this for me
Mar 29, 2012 at 11:18 PM
Avatar
SATURNTECH9
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 30,869 POSTS
Your welcome thats what were here for.
Mar 30, 2012 at 6:52 PM
Join 2CarPros for free, one of the most advanced car repair communities on the internet. From first-time drivers to seasoned mechanics, everyone is welcome to reply, share details, and get better answers. You can add a temporary image or video first; uploads are limited to 20 MB.
Ask a Free Question
Repair Safety Notice: This information is for general instructional purposes only. Vehicle repair can be dangerous. Verify all information, follow manufacturer service procedures, use proper tools and safety equipment, and consult a qualified repair shop when needed.