1971 MERCURY COUGAR

1971 MERCURY COUGAR

Model Designations:

Mercury Cougar, 8 Cylinder

Mercury Cougar XR-7, 8 Cylinder

Mercury Cougar, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 91

Base Price: $3,289; Shipping Weight: 3,285 Pounds

Production Total: 34,008

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 92

Base Price: $3,681; Shipping Weight: 3,415 Pounds

Production Total: 1,723

Mercury Cougar XR-7, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles:

2 Door Hardtop Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 93

Base Price: $3,629; Shipping Weight: 3,314 Pounds

Production Total: 25,416

2 Door Convertible Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body # 94

Base Price: $3,877; Shipping Weight: 3,454 Pounds

Production Total: 1,717

Chassis:

Wheelbase: 112.1"

Tire Sizes:

Standard: E78 X 14"

Optional: F78 X 14"

Engine Availability by Model:

V-8 351 Cubic Inches 240 H.P. Standard Engine

V-8 351 Cubic Inches 285 H.P. Optional Engine

V-8 429 Cubic Inches 370 H.P. Optional Engine

General Engine Specifications:

8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch, 240 H.P. Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Bore & Stroke: 4.000" x 3.50"

Engine Displacement: 351 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 9.00:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.2

Horsepower: 240 @ 4,600 RPM

Torque: 350 Ft. Lbs @ 2,600 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch, 285 H.P. Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Bore & Stroke: 4.000" x 3.50"

Engine Displacement: 351 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 10.70:1

Taxable Horsepower: 51.2

Horsepower: 285 @ 5,400 RPM

Torque: 370 Ft. Lbs @ 3,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 35-60 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

8 Cylinder, 429 Cubic Inch, 370 H.P. Engine:

Engine Type: Overhead Valve, V-Type 8 Cylinder

Bore & Stroke: 4.36" x 3.59"

Engine Displacement: 429 Cu. In.

Compression Ratio: 11.30:1

Taxable Horsepower: 60.83

Horsepower: 370 @ 5,400 RPM

Torque: 450 Ft. Lbs @ 3,400 RPM

Normal Oil Pressure: 20-60 PSI

Carburetor: 4 Barrel

Tune Up Specifications - All Series:

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engine, with 2 Barrel Carburetor:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap:

With Dual Diaphragm: .021"

With Single Diaphragm: .017"

Distributor Cam Angle:

With Dual Diaphragm: 24-29 Degrees

With Single Diaphragm: 26-31 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 500 RPM; 700 RPM with Throttle Solenoid Energized

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive; .

Air to Fuel Ratio:

Standard Transmission: 14.5 to 1

Automatic Transmission: 14.5 to 1

Idle CO:

Standard Transmission: 0.2%

Automatic Transmission: 0.2%

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engine, with 4 Barrel Carburetor:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite ARF-42

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .021"

Distributor Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8

Ignition Timing: 6 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 500 RPM; 800 RPM with Throttle Solenoid Energized

Automatic Transmission: 600 RPM in Drive Energized.

Air to Fuel Ratio:

Standard Transmission: 14.5 to 1

Automatic Transmission: 14.5 to 1

Idle CO:

Standard Transmission: 1.1%

Automatic Transmission: 1.1%

8 Cylinder 429 Cubic Inch Engine:

Spark Plug Type: Autolite AF-32

Spark Plug: Gap .034"

Point Gap: .021"

Distributor Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Firing Order: 1-5-4-2-6-7-3-8

Ignition Timing: 10 Degrees BTDC

Engine Idle Speed:

Standard Transmission: 500 RPM; 700 RPM with Throttle Solenoid Energized

Automatic Transmission: 500 RPM in Drive; 650 RPM in Drive with Throttle Solenoid Energized

Air to Fuel Ratio:

Standard Transmission: 14.5 to 1

Automatic Transmission: 14.5 to 1

Idle CO:

Standard Transmission: 0.3%

Automatic Transmission: 0.3%

Valve Specifications:

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Windsor Engine:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .100"-.200"

Exhaust: .100"-.200"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-25/32"

Valve Spring Pressure: 215 Lbs @ 1.34"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0027"

Exhaust .001"-.0027"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3411"-.3418"

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Cleveland Engine with 2 Barrel Carburetor:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .100"-.200"

Exhaust: .100"-.200"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-13/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 210 Lbs @ 1.42"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0027"

Exhaust .0015"-.0027"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3411"-.3418"

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Cleveland Engine with 4 Barrel Carburetor:

Valve Lash:

Intake: .100"-.200"

Exhaust: .100"-.200"

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-13/16"

Valve Spring Pressure: 285 Lbs @ 1.32"

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0027"

Exhaust .001"-.0027"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3411"-.3418"

8 Cylinder Engine, 429 Cu. In., "CJ":

Valve Lash:

Intake: .075"-.155" Hot

Exhaust: .075"-.155" Hot

Valve Angles:

Seat: 45 Degrees

Face: 44 Degrees

Valve Spring Height, Installed: 1-13/32"

Valve Spring Pressure: 315 Lbs @ 1.32 inches

Valve Stem Clearance:

Intake .001"-.0027";

Exhaust .001"-.0027"

Valve Stem Diameter:

Intake: .3416"-.3423"

Exhaust: .3416"-.3423"

Piston, Rings, Pins, Crankshaft & Bearing Data:

8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch Windsor Engine:

Piston Clearance: .0018"-.0026"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .912"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.3103"-2.3110"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0026"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.9994"-3.0002"

Bearing Clearance: .0013"-.0025"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch Cleveland Engine:

Piston Clearance: .0014"-.0022"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .015"

Wrist Pin Diameter: .912"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.3103"-2.3110"

Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0026"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.9994"-3.0002"

Bearing Clearance: .0013"-.0029"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

8 Cylinder, 429 Cubic Inch Engine "CJ":

Piston Clearance: .003"-.0038"

Ring End Gap:

Compression: .010"

Oil: .010"

Wrist Pin Diameter: 1.040"

Rod Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.4992"-2.5000"

Bearing Clearance: .001"-.0015"

Main Bearings:

Shaft Diameter: 2.9994"-3.0002"

Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0025"

Thrust on Bearing #3

Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"

Engine Tightening Specifications:

8 Cylinder 351 Cubic Inch Engines:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs.

Cylinder Head Bolts: 95-100 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 23-25 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 18-24 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 3-5 Ft. Lbs.

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 40-45 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 95-105 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 70-90 Ft. Lbs.

8 Cylinder 429 Cubic Inch Engines:

Spark Plugs: 15-20 Ft. Lbs. (Boss: 5-10 Ft. Lbs.)

Cylinder Head Bolts: 130-140 Ft. Lbs.

Intake Manifold: 25-30 Ft. Lbs.

Exhaust Manifold: 28-33 Ft. Lbs.

Rocker Arm Cover: 2-1/2 to 4 Ft. Lbs

Connecting Rod Cap Bolts: 40-45 Ft. Lbs.

Main Bearing Cap Bolts: 95-105 Ft. Lbs.

Flywheel to Crankshaft: 75-85 Ft. Lbs.

Vibration Damper or Pulley: 75-90 Ft. Lbs.

Capacities-All Series:

With 351 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 15-1/4 Quarts

With Heater: 16-1/4 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 16-1/4 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints

Four Speed: 4 Pints

Automatic Transmission:

C4: 10-1/4 Quarts

FMX: 11 Quarts

C6: 12-3/4 Quarts

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

With 429 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engine:

Cooling System:

Without Heater: 18-1/2 Quarts

With Heater: 19-1/2 Quarts

With Air Conditioning: 19-1/2 Quarts

Radiator Cap Pressure:

With Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Without Air Conditioning: 12-15 PSI

Thermostat Opening: 190 Degrees

Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons

Engine Oil Refill: 7 Quarts*

Manual Transmission:

Three Speed: 3-1/2 Pints

Four Speed: 4 Pints

Automatic Transmission: 12-3/4 Quarts

Rear Axle: 5 Pints

* With New Oil Filter

Starting Motor Specifications:

Part #D0ZF-A

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts

Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 6.0 Volts, @ 15-1/2 Ft. Lbs.

Part #D0AF-B

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts

Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 6.0 Volts, @ 15-1/2 Ft. Lbs.

302 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engines:

Part #D0ZF-A

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts

Torque Test: 670 Amperes, 6.0 Volts, @ 15-1/2 Ft. Lbs.

Part #D0AF-B

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts

351 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engines:

Part #D0AF-B

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts

429 Cubic Inch 8 Cylinder Engines:

Part #C9AF-A

Brush Spring Tension: 40 Ounces

No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 12 Volts

Ford Alternator Specifications:

Note: Not alternators shown are available on the Cougar.

Part #D0ZF-10300-B

Current Rating: 38 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.4 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.0 to 4.2 Volts

Part #D0AF-10300-C

Current Rating: 42 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.0 to 4.2 Volts

Part #D0AF-10300-F

Current Rating: 42 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.0 to 4.2 Volts

Part #D0AF-10300-G

Current Rating: 42 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.0 to 4.2 Volts

Part #D0AF-10300-E

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.0 to 4.2 Volts

Part #D0AF-10300-H

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.0 to 4.2 Volts

Part #D0ZF-10300-A

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.6-15.1 Volts

Contact Gap: .018"-.020"

Armature Air Gap: .042"-.052"

Field Relay:

Armature Air Gap: .011"-.013"

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 6.2 to 7.2 Volts

Part #D0ZF-10300-C

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.6-15.1 Volts

Contact Gap: .018"-.020"

Armature Air Gap: .042"-.052"

Field Relay:

Armature Air Gap: .011"-.013"

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 6.2 to 7.2 Volts

Part #D0SF-10300-A

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.6-15.1 Volts

Contact Gap: .018"-.020"

Armature Air Gap: .042"-.052"

Field Relay:

Armature Air Gap: .011"-.013"

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 6.2 to 7.2 Volts

Part #D0LF-10300-A

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Part #D1ZF-10300-AA

Current Rating: 55 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.0 to 4.2 Volts

Part #D1AF-10300-AA

Current Rating: 61 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Voltage Regulator: (Autolite)

Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 13.5-15.3 Volts

Field Relay:

Closing Voltage @ 75 Degrees: 2.0 to 4.2 Volts

Part #D1AF-10300-A

Current Rating: 65 Amperes @ 15 Volts

Field Current @ 75 Degrees: 2.9 Amperes @ 12 Volts

Distributor Specifications:

8 Cylinder Engine, 351 Cubic Inch, with 2 Barrel Carburetor & Standard Transmission:

Part #D0OF-H

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,375 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 8 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard: 6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 351 Cubic Inch, with 2 Barrel Carburetor & Automatic Transmission:

Part #D0OF-AC

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 9-1/2 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard: 6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 351 Cubic Inch, with 4 Barrel Carburetor & Standard Transmission:

Part #D0OF-T

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,300 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 12-1/2 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard: 6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 351 Cubic Inch, with 4 Barrel Carburetor & Automatic Transmission:

Part #D0OF-U

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,275 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 12-1/2 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 429 Cubic Inch, with Standard Transmission:

Part #C9AF-Y

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,775 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 8-1/2 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard: 6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 429 Cubic Inch, with Automatic Transmission:

Part #D0AF-Z

Breaker Point Gap: .017"

Cam Angle: 26-31 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 2,950 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 11 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 429 Cubic Inch "CJ", with Standard Transmission:

Part #D0OF-AA

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees (Combined)

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Full Advance: 16 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 8-1/2 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard: 6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

8 Cylinder Engine, 429 Cubic Inch "CJ", with Automatic Transmission:

Part #D0OF-AB

Breaker Point Gap: .021"

Cam Angle: 24-29 Degrees

Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 to 21 Ounces

Centrifugal Advance:

Advance Starts: 1/2 Degree @ 350 RPM

Vacuum Advance Data:

Advance Starts @ 5" Vacuum

Full Advance: 8-1/2 Degrees @ 25" Vacuum

Maximum Retard: 6 Degrees @ 20" Vacuum

Brake Specifications, Passenger Cars, All Series

8 Cylinder, 351 Cubic Inch Engines:

Brake Drum Diameter: 10.00"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 2.381"

Front Drum: 1.125"

Rear: .906"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: .9375"

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 1"

8 Cylinder, 429 Cubic Inch Engines:

Brake Drum Diameter: 10.00"

Wheel Cylinder Bore:

Front Disc: 2.381"

Front Drum: 1.125"

Rear: .906"

Master Cylinder Bore:

Disc Brakes: .9375"

Drum Brakes: 1"

Power Brakes: 1"

Rear Axle, All Models:

Carrier Type: Integral

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .008"-.012"

Nominal Pinion Locating Shim: .017"

Method: Shims

Pinion Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings: 17-27 Inch Pounds

With Used Bearings: 6-12 Inch Pounds

Differential Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings: .008"-.012"

With Used Bearings: .003"-.005"

Pinion Nut Torque: 175 Ft. Lbs.

Carrier Type: Removable

Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .008"-.012"

Nominal Pinion Locating Shim:

With 7-3/4" or 8" Ring Gear: .022"

With 8-3/4" or 9" Ring Gear: .015"

Method: Shims

Pinion Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings:

With 7-3/4" or 8" Ring Gear: 17-32 Inch Pounds

With 8-3/4" or 9" Ring Gear: 22-32 Inch Pounds

With Used Bearings: 8-14 Inch Pounds

Differential Bearing Preload:

With New Bearings: .008"-.012"

With Used Bearings: .003"-.008"

Pinion Nut Torque: 175 Ft. Lbs.

Wheel Alignment Specifications:

All Models:

Caster: Zero Degrees

Camber:

Left: + 3/4 Degree

Right: + 3/4 Degree

Toe-In: 3/16"

Toe-Out on Turns:

Outer Wheel: 16.68 Degrees

Inner Wheel: 20 Degrees

Mercury Cougar Carburetor Adjustments:

Note: See 1971 Ford Motor Company Carburetors Database

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Air Conditioning; Electric Clock; AM Radio; AM-FM Radio; AM-FM Stereo Radio; Stereo-Sonic Tape System; Tinted Glass; Heavy Duty Battery; Rear Bumper Guards; Door Edge Guards; Deck Lid Luggage Carrier; Two Tone Paint; Power Windows; Hood Lock Pins; Remote Left Side Racing Mirror; Sun Roof; Sport Console; Power Steering; Power Brakes; Power Disc Brakes; Courtesy Light Group; Speed Control; Tilt Steering Wheel; Deluxe Wheel Covers; Wire Wheel Covers; Visual Check Panel; Styled Steel Wheels; Space Saver Spare Tire; Red Band Tires; Power Transfer Axle; Engine & Transmission Options, and much more.

1971 Mercury Cougar Historical Data:

Introduction date of the 1971 Mercury line was on September 18, 1970.

Mercury Production for the 1971 model year was 365,310 including 62,864 Cougars.

In addition, 17,300 Capris were imported from Germany.

1971 Mercury Cougar Colors & Codes:

A History Onyx Black

B Maroon

C Dark Green

D Competition Yellow

E Medium Yellow Gold

F Medium Blue

H Light Green

I Bright Lime Green

J Competition Blue

M Knight White

N Pastel Blue

P Medium Ivy Green

Q Medium Blue

S Gray Gold

T Red

U Competition Gold

V Light Pewter

W Yellow

Y Dark Blue

Z Competition Green

1 Competition Orange

2 Bright Yellow

3 Bright Red

5 Medium Brown

6 Bright Blue

7 Maroon

8 Light Gold

9 Pastel Yellow

49 Ivy Bronze

79 Ginger Bronze

Montego "Spoiler"

A Black

B Dark Blue

G Bright Yellow

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