1996 Mercury Cougar Engine Oil

Your 1996 Mercury Cougar might be the best vehicle you’ve ever owned. Or you may just be struggling to keep it highway-approved. No matter the situation, Advance Auto Parts has the Engine Oil you desperately need.

We currently carry 19 Engine Oil to choose from for your 1996 Mercury Cougar, and our inventory prices range from as little as $6.49 up to $41.99.

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Engine Oil for Your 1996 Mercury Cougar

Castrol – GTX High Mileage 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Engine Oil: 5 Quart (Part No.1597C4)

GTX High Mileage 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Engine Oil: 5 Quart

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$30.99
Castrol GTX High Mileage motor oil is the leading consumer high-mileage brand. You won’t need to worry about using a high mileage oil or synthetic because this is both. It’s a synthetic blend engine oil that helps extend the life of your engine by protecting against sludge, wear and burn-off and also liquid engineered to protect your emission system. One of the leading causes of ‘check engine’ lights coming on in high mileage cars is actually catalytic converter failure, which can be caused by phosphorous in engine oil. While phosphorous is present in all engine oils for its ability to reduce wear, it is effectively poisonous to catalytic converters. Castrol GTX High Mileage Motor Oil is liquid engineered with Phosphorous Replacement Technology to replace some of the phosphorous with an advanced additive that maintains robust wear protection. When you want to extend the life of your high mileage engine and emission system and find out how many miles you can go on a high-mileage oil, there is no better choice than Castrol GTX High Mileage Motor Oil.

Product Features:
  • Phosphorus replacement technology to help extend the life of the emission system
  • Superior dispersancy that fights sludge build up
  • Exceptional oil burn-off protection exceeding industry standards (based on api and acea volatility specifications)
  • Improved fuel economy (in 5w-20, 5w-30 and 10w-30 grades versus industry specifications)
  • Part synthetic oil: GTX High Mileage Engine Oil is a part synthetic oil that provides extra protection for older vehicles, making it an ideal choice for high mileage engines.
  • Protects against sludge, wear and burn-off: This synthetic blend engine oil helps extend the life of your engine by protecting against sludge, wear and burn-off, ensuring that your engine runs smoothly for longer.
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Castrol – EDGE 5W-20 Advanced Full Synthetic Motor Oil: 5 Quart (Part No.15B9AD)

EDGE 5W-20 Advanced Full Synthetic Motor Oil: 5 Quart

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$37.99
Castrol EDGE with Fluid TITANIUM Technology is Castrol’s strongest oil and the natural choice for drivers who want the best combination of sludge protection, wear protection and maximum engine performance. Unlock maximum performance with every drive. Today’s engines are smaller, more powerful and under more pressure than ever before. Castrol EDGE has been engineered to withstand the stress of modern engines and provides 10X better high temperature performance than the latest industry standard. Did you know that friction can waste up to 10% of an engine’s performance? Increased demands placed on the engine to deliver power and fuel efficiency create intense friction between critical engine parts. Castrol EDGE transforms its structure under pressure to keep metal apart and reduce friction for maximum engine performance and delivers 6X better wear protection than required by the latest Sequence IVA test limits.

Product Features:
  • 3X Stronger against viscosity breakdown than leading full synthetic (Based on Kurt Orbahn test in 5W-30 grade)
  • 10X Better High Temperature performance (As measured in Sequence IIIH engine test vs. API SP test limit)
  • 6X Better Wear Protection
  • 1.4X Better Sludge Protection (As measured in Sequence VH engine test vs. API SP test limit)
  • Advanced Fluid TITANIUM Technology: Castrol EDGE with Fluid TITANIUM Technology transforms its structure under pressure to keep metal parts apart and reduce friction, ensuring maximum engine performance.
  • Full Synthetic Composition: As a full synthetic motor oil, Castrol EDGE 5W-20 offers enhanced performance and protection compared to conventional oils.
  • Optimal for Modern Engines: Designed to meet the demands of today’s smaller, more powerful engines, ensuring they run smoothly and efficiently under intense conditions.
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Valvoline – Daily Protection 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, Easy Pour 5 Quart (Part No.881159)

Daily Protection 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, Easy Pour 5 Quart

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$29.99
Valvoline Daily Protection Motor Oil is specially formulated to exceed industry standards for wear, deposit and sludge protection to help keep engines running like new. Developed with high quality additives and premium base oils, it’s designed to flow easily at cold temperatures, reducing wear at startup and providing added protection against motor oil breakdown in tough conditions. For enhanced fuel efficiency, choose Daily Protection Synthetic Blend 5W-20 or 5W-30. Developed with low-friction technology to support strong fuel economy.

Product Features:
  • Extra wear protection designed to help keep automotive engine parts like new
  • Added detergents help protect against sludge and deposits
  • High quality additives resist motor oil breakdown in tough conditions
  • Low-friction formula supports strong fuel efficiency
  • Premium formulation flows easily at low temperatures reducing wear at start-up
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Castrol – EDGE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil 1 Quart (Part No.152C82)

EDGE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil 1 Quart

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$11.99
CASTROL EDGE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil 1 Quart is the perfect choice for drivers who want the best engine performance. This oil is Castrol’s strongest oil, formulated with Fluid TITANIUM Technology, which provides maximum sludge protection, wear protection, and engine performance. It is 3X stronger against viscosity breakdown than traditional oils, 10X better in high-temperature performance, and 6X better in wear protection. This oil meets API SP/SN PLUS, ILSAC GF-6, ACEA A1/B1, and other industry standards. It is a full synthetic oil with an SAE weight of 5W-20, which means it is suitable for use in most modern engines. With Castrol EDGE, you can unlock maximum performance with every drive.

Product Features:
  • 3x stronger against viscosity breakdown than the leading full synthetic – based on kurt orbahn test in 5W-30 grade
  • 10x better high temperature performance – as measured in seq iiih engine test vs. api sp limit
  • 6x better wear protection – as measured in seq iva test vs. latest test limit
  • Meets api sp/sn plus, ilsac gf-6, acea a1/b1, acea c5, gm dexos1 gen 2, meets ford wss-m2c960-a1 and wss-m2c945-b1, meets engine test requirements of chrysler ms 6395
  • Syntec Power Technology: The reformulated EDGE Engine Oil with Syntec Power Technology provides even better performance, making it the perfect choice for drivers who demand the best from their engines.
  • Full Synthetic Oil Composition: The oil composition of EDGE Engine Oil is full synthetic, providing superior protection against sludge buildup and wear, ensuring maximum engine performance.
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Castrol – GTX High Mileage Synthetic Blend 5W-20 Motor Oil: Helps Protect Emission Systems, 1 Quart (Part No.15B6E6)

GTX High Mileage Synthetic Blend 5W-20 Motor Oil: Helps Protect Emission Systems, 1 Quart

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$10.49
Castrol® GTX® High Mileage motor oil is the leading consumer high-mileage brand. It’s a synthetic blend motor oil that helps extend the life of your engine by protecting against sludge, wear and burn-off. Castrol GTX High Mileage is also engineered to protect your emission system. One of the leading causes of ‘check engine’ lights coming on in high mileage cars is catalytic converter failure, which can be caused by phosphorous in engine oil. While phosphorous is present in all engine oils for its ability to reduce wear, it is effectively poisonous to catalytic converters. Castrol GTX High Mileage is formulated with Phosphorous Replacement Technology to replace some of the phosphorous with an advanced additive that maintains robust wear protection. When you want to extend the life of your high mileage engine and emission system, there is no better choice than Castrol GTX High Mileage.

Product Features:
  • Phosphorus Replacement Technology to help extend the life of the emission system
  • Superior dispersancy that fights sludge build up
  • Exceptional oil burn-off protection exceeding industry standards (based on API and ACEA volatility specifications)
  • Seal conditioners to help reduce leaks
  • Advanced additives that minimize engine wear
  • Improved fuel economy (in 5W-20, 5W-30 and 10W-30 grades versus industry specifications)
  • Meets or exceeds API SP/SN PLUS/SN, ILSAC GF-6 and latest Ford specs
  • Synthetic Blend Composition: Combines the benefits of synthetic and conventional oils to provide superior protection against sludge, wear, and burn-off, extending the life of your high mileage engine.
  • High Mileage Engine Care: Designed for vehicles with high mileage, offering enhanced protection to keep your engine running smoothly and efficiently.
  • Optimal Viscosity: With an SAE oil weight of 5W-20, this motor oil ensures optimal performance and protection in a wide range of temperatures and driving conditions.
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Castrol – GTX Ultraclean 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil: 5 Quart (Part No.15A69C)

GTX Ultraclean 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil: 5 Quart

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$29.99
Environmental factors such as poor fuel quality, hot weather and stop-start driving conditions can lead to sludge, varnish and carbon build-up in your engine: three factors that reduce engine life, power and fuel economy. Castrol Ultraclean is a synthetic blend engine oil available in 0W-20, 5W-20 and 5W-30 grades. Its double-action formula has been proven to clean away the sludge that can block engine oilways and helps prevent new sludge formation thanks to its synthetic technology. In fact, it provides up to 1.4X better sludge protection than is demanded by the latest industry standard. If keeping your engine clean is important to you, it’s good to know that no other oil keeps engines cleaner.

Product Features:
  • 1.4X superior sludge protection compared to tough industry standards (As measured in the Sequence VH Sludge test vs. API SP test limits)
  • Advanced protection against viscosity and thermal breakdown
  • Superior protection against high-temperature deposits
  • Premium-quality base oils and anti-wear additives that help extend the life of your engine
  • Double-Action Formula: The synthetic blend engine oil features a double-action formula that effectively cleans away existing sludge and prevents new sludge formation.
  • Versatile Grades: Available in 0W-20, 5W-20, and 5W-30 grades, Castrol Ultraclean caters to various engine requirements and driving conditions.
  • Enhanced Engine Performance: By reducing sludge, varnish, and carbon build-up, this oil helps improve engine life, power, and fuel economy.
  • Synthetic Blend Composition: The GTX Ultraclean 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil combines the benefits of synthetic technology with the reliability of a standard oil class.
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Castrol – 1 Qt Full Synthetic 5W-20 Engine Oil – 3X Stronger Against Viscosity Breakdown (Part No.15B743)

1 Qt Full Synthetic 5W-20 Engine Oil - 3X Stronger Against Viscosity Breakdown

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$9.99
Castrol Ultraclean synthetic blend engine oil is our cleanest GTX ever. Environmental factors such as poor fuel quality, hot weather and stop-start driving conditions can lead to the buildup of sludge that can reduce engine life, power and fuel economy. Castrol Ultraclean has a double-action formula proven to clean away the sludge that can block engine oilways and helps prevent new sludge formation from occurring. In fact, it provides up to 1.4X better sludge protection than is demanded by the latest industry standard (as measured in the Sequence VH Sludge test vs. API SP test limits). No other oil keeps engines cleaner.

Product Features:
  • Premium-quality base oils and anti-wear additives that help extend the life of your engine
  • 1.4x superior sludge protection compared to tough industry standards, as measured in the sequence vh sludge test vs. api sp test limits
  • Advanced protection against viscosity and thermal breakdown
  • Superior protection against high-temperature deposits
  • Meets or exceeds api sp/sn plus/sn, ilsac gf-6 and latest ford specs
  • Unsurpassed thermal breakdown protection: GTX Engine Oil, 5W-20 provides superior protection against thermal breakdown, ensuring that your engine stays protected even under extreme temperatures.
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FRAM – 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, Faster Oil Flow, 5 Quart (Part No.F920-5QT)

5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, Faster Oil Flow, 5 Quart

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$27.99
FRAM Engine Oil Full Synthetic SAE 5W-20 is a full synthetic motor oil blended with high quality synthetic base stocks and the latest additive technology to meet the stringent API: SP, SN, SM, SL, SJ, GM dexos®1 Gen 2 and ILSAC GF-6A specifications to provide the ultimate protection for your engine. Specifically formulated for the rigorous environment of gas-direct engine (GDI) and turbo gas-direct engine (TGDI) designs as well as providing increased protection for carbureted or normally fuel injected engines. FRAM Engine Oil Full Synthetic SAE 5W-20 contains additive technology designed to prevent low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI). LSPI can lead to pre-mature engine failure and is a major concern of the automotive industry for vehicles employing GDI or TGDI technology. This oil also provides increased wear protection, oxidation and shear stability over previous oil categories. FRAM Engine Oil Full Synthetic SAE 5W-20 and is a fully licensed GM dexos®1 Gen 2 motor oil.

Product Features:
  • Faster oil flow at start-up
  • Fuel efficiency gains over heavier grade oils
  • Excellent sludge and varnish protection
  • Outstanding thermal and oxidation stability
  • Lowers oil vaporization and consumption at extreme conditions
  • ALWAYS REFER TO YOUR VEHICLES OPERATING MANUAL TO SELECT THE CORRECT GRADE OIL FOR YOUR ENGINE.
  • Ultimate Engine Protection: FRAM Engine Oil Full Synthetic SAE 5W-20 meets stringent API: SP, SN, SM, SL, SJ, GM dexos«1 Gen 2, and ILSAC GF-6A specifications, ensuring top-tier protection for your engine.
  • Advanced Additive Technology: Specifically formulated to prevent low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI), a major concern for vehicles with gas-direct engine (GDI) and turbo gas-direct engine (TGDI) designs, reducing the risk of pre-mature engine failure.
  • Enhanced Wear Protection: Provides increased wear protection, oxidation, and shear stability over previous oil categories, extending the life of your engine.
  • Versatile Compatibility: Suitable for a variety of engine types, including GDI, TGDI, carbureted, and normally fuel-injected engines, making it a versatile choice for many vehicles.
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Castrol – EDGE High Mileage 5W-20 Advanced Full Synthetic Engine Oil: 5 Quart (Part No.15906D)

EDGE High Mileage 5W-20 Advanced Full Synthetic Engine Oil: 5 Quart

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$38.99
Castrol EDGE High Mileage with Fluid TITANIUM Technology is the natural choice for drivers who demand maximum performance from their high mileage cars, which often operate at extreme temperatures. Castrol EDGE High Mileage provides up to 10X better high temperature performance than the latest industry standard to ensure optimal protection and oil flow over the drive cycle. As your car ages, it can lose performance and efficiency and is also more prone to catalytic converter failure. Castrol EDGE High Mileage is liquid engineered with Phosphorous Replacement Technology to reduce harmful phosphorus to protect the catalytic converter and preserve the life of your emission system. Castrol EDGE High Mileage helps your car defy its miles and extend maximum performance.

Product Features:
  • Patented phosphorus replacement technology to help extend the life of your emission system
  • 10x better high temperature performance (as measured in sequence iiih engine test vs. api sp test limit)
  • 6x better wear protection (as measured in latest sequence iva engine test)
  • 1.4x better sludge protection (as measured in sequence vh engine test vs. api sp test limit)
  • Maximum Performance: Castrol EDGE High Mileage Engine Oil is designed to provide maximum performance for high mileage cars that often operate at extreme temperatures.
  • Improved High Temperature Performance: With Fluid TITANIUM Technology, this engine oil provides up to 10X better high temperature performance than the latest industry standard, ensuring optimal protection and oil flow over the drive cycle.
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FRAM – 5W-20 High Mileage Conventional Motor Oil, Helps Reduce Leaks, 5 Quart (Part No.F662-5QT)

5W-20 High Mileage Conventional Motor Oil, Helps Reduce Leaks, 5 Quart

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$25.99
FRAM Conventional High Mileage 5W20 Engine Oil is specially designed with enhanced  additives to help reduce leaks and oil consumption in worn or higher mileage engines. This oil is formulated to help clean out sludge buildup and keep engines running clean and with  increased efficiency and power. They are specially designed for engines with over 75,000 miles.  FRAM Conventional High Mileage 5W20 Engine Oil will protect domestic and imported vehicles and  equipment powered with either gasoline or light duty diesel engines – even those that are turbo charged or super-charged. This high-quality oil is specifically formulated to meet or exceed  all new car manufacturers’ warranty requirements as well as the stringent industry standards API  SP/CF, and 5W20 grade will also meet or exceed the ILSAC GF-6A Resource Conserving Service Category.

Product Features:
  • Formulated with a unique combination of premium base oils and an enhanced additive system
  • Provides increased protection in higher mileage engines
  • Helps restore seal condition to reduce oil consumption
  • Increases protection against high temperature deposits and ring sticking
  • ALWAYS REFER TO YOUR VEHICLES OPERATING MANUAL TO SELECT THE CORRECT GRADE OIL FOR YOUR ENGINE.
  • Sludge Cleanup and Engine Efficiency: Formulated to help clean out sludge buildup, keeping engines running clean with increased efficiency and power.
  • Versatile Compatibility: Protects domestic and imported vehicles and equipment powered by gasoline or light-duty diesel engines, including turbocharged and supercharged engines.
  • Meets Stringent Standards: Meets or exceeds all new car manufacturers’ warranty requirements and stringent industry standards API SP/CF, and ILSAC GF-6A Resource Conserving Service Category.
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FRAM – Full Synthetic High Mileage 5W-20 Motor Oil: 5 Quart (Part No.F923-5QT)

Full Synthetic High Mileage 5W-20 Motor Oil: 5 Quart

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$28.99
FRAM Full Synthetic High Mileage SAE 5W-20 is a full synthetic motor oil blended with high quality synthetic base stocks and and enhanced additives that meet the stringent API: SP, SN, SM, SL, SJ, and ILSAC GF-6A specifications while reducing leaks and oil consumption in worn or higher mileage engines. Formulated with synthetic base stocks, this oil offers increased oxidation inhibition performance as well as increased high and low temperature performance when compared against conventional oils. The FRAM Full Synthetic High Mileage SAE 5W-20 is formulated to help clean out sludge buildup and keep engines running clean and with increased efficiency and power. Specially designed for engines with over 75,000 miles, the FRAM Full Synthetic High Mileage SAE 5W-20 provides the ultimate protection for your higher mileage engine. Specifically formulated for the rigorous environment of gas-direct engine (GDI) and turbo gas-direct engine (TGDI) designs as well as providing increased protection for carbureted or normally fuel injected engines. FRAM Full Synthetic High Mileage SAE 5W-20 contains additive technology designed to prevent low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI). LSPI can lead to pre-mature engine failure and is a major concern of the automotive industry for vehicles employing GDI or TGDI technology. This oil also provides increased wear protection, oxidation and shear stability for higher mileage vehicles over previous oil categories.

Product Features:
  • Faster oil flow at start-up
  • Fuel efficiency gains over heavier grade oils
  • Reduces oil cumsumption
  • Excellent sludge and varnish protection
  • Slows engine leaks
  • Outstanding thermal and oxidation stability
  • Lowers oil vaporization and consumption at extreme conditions
  • ALWAYS REFER TO YOUR VEHICLES OPERATING MANUAL TO SELECT THE CORRECT GRADE OIL FOR YOUR ENGINE.
  • Ultimate Protection for High Mileage Engines: Designed for engines with over 75,000 miles, this oil provides the ultimate protection, making it ideal for higher mileage vehicles.
  • Advanced LSPI Prevention Technology: Contains additive technology to prevent low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI), a major concern for vehicles with gas-direct injection (GDI) and turbo gas-direct injection (TGDI) engines, helping to prevent premature engine fai
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FRAM – 5 Qt Conventional 5W20 Engine Oil with Low-Speed Pre-Ignition Control (Part No.F610-5QT)

5 Qt Conventional 5W20 Engine Oil with Low-Speed Pre-Ignition Control

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$25.99
FRAM Engine Oil SAE 5W-20 utilizes a blend of high-quality conventional and synthetic base stocks coupled with a robust additive system to provide reliable engine protection across a broad range of operating conditions. Specifically formulated for use in modern gas-direct engines (GDI) and turbo gas-direct engines (TGDI) as well as older carbureted or normally fuel injected gasoline engine designs. FRAM Engine Oil SAE 5W-20 contains additive technology designed to prevent low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) while also providing increased wear protection, oxidation and shear stability over previous oil categories. FRAM Engine Oil SAE 5W-20 meets the requirements for API SP, SN Plus, SN, SM and ILSAC GF-6A, GF-5 and earlier API and ILSAC Service Categories.

Product Features:
  • Low-speed pre-ignition control
  • Chain wear protection
  • Piston cleanliness
  • Turbo-compatibility
  • Always refer to your vehicles operating manual to select the correct grade oil for your engine.
  • Reliable engine protection: FRAM Conventional Oil 5W20 5 QT utilizes a blend of high-quality conventional and synthetic base stocks coupled with a robust additive system to provide reliable engine protection across a broad range of operating conditions.
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FRAM – 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, Extends Full Synthetic Motor Life, 1 Quart (Part No.F920)

5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, Extends Full Synthetic Motor Life, 1 Quart

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$7.49
FRAM Engine Oil Full Synthetic SAE 5W-20 is a full synthetic motor oil blended with high quality synthetic base stocks and the latest additive technology to meet the stringent API: SP, SN, SM, SL, SJ, GM dexos®1 Gen 2 and ILSAC GF-6A specifications to provide the ultimate protection for your engine. Specifically formulated for the rigorous environment of gas-direct engine (GDI) and turbo gas-direct engine (TGDI) designs as well as providing increased protection for carbureted or normally fuel injected engines. FRAM Engine Oil Full Synthetic SAE 5W-20 contains additive technology designed to prevent low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI). LSPI can lead to pre-mature engine failure and is a major concern of the automotive industry for vehicles employing GDI or TGDI technology. This oil also provides increased wear protection, oxidation and shear stability over previous oil categories. FRAM Engine Oil Full Synthetic SAE 5W-20 and is a fully licensed GM dexos®1 Gen 2 motor oil.

Product Features:
  • Faster oil flow at start-up
  • Fuel efficiency gains over heavier grade oils
  • Excellent sludge and varnish protection
  • Outstanding thermal and oxidation stability
  • Lowers oil vaporization and consumption at extreme conditions
  • ALWAYS REFER TO YOUR VEHICLES OPERATING MANUAL TO SELECT THE CORRECT GRADE OIL FOR YOUR ENGINE.
  • Ultimate Engine Protection: FRAM Engine Oil Full Synthetic SAE 5W-20 meets stringent API: SP, SN, SM, SL, SJ, GM dexos«1 Gen 2, and ILSAC GF-6A specifications, ensuring top-tier protection for your engine.
  • Advanced Additive Technology: Specifically formulated to prevent low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI), a major concern for GDI and TGDI engines, thereby reducing the risk of pre-mature engine failure.
  • Versatile Compatibility: Suitable for gas-direct engine (GDI), turbo gas-direct engine (TGDI), carbureted, and normally fuel-injected engines, making it a versatile choice for various engine types.
  • Fully Licensed GM dexos«1 Gen 2: This oil is fully licensed as GM dexos«1 Gen 2 motor oil, ensuring it meets the high standards required by General Motors for optimal engine performance.
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FRAM – Conventional 5W20 Engine Oil, with Low-Speed Pre-Ignition Control 1 Quart (Part No.F610)

Conventional 5W20 Engine Oil, with Low-Speed Pre-Ignition Control 1 Quart

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$6.49
FRAM Engine Oil SAE 5W-20 utilizes a blend of high-quality conventional and synthetic base stocks coupled with a robust additive system to provide reliable engine protection across a broad range of operating conditions. Specifically formulated for use in modern gas-direct engines (GDI) and turbo gas-direct engines (TGDI) as well as older carbureted or normally fuel injected gasoline engine designs. FRAM Engine Oil SAE 5W-20 contains additive technology designed to prevent low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) while also providing increased wear protection, oxidation and shear stability over previous oil categories. FRAM Engine Oil SAE 5W-20 meets the requirements for API SP, SN Plus, SN, SM and ILSAC GF-6A, GF-5 and earlier API and ILSAC Service Categories.

Product Features:
  • Low-speed pre-ignition control
  • Chain wear protection
  • Piston cleanliness
  • Turbo-compatibility
  • Always refer to your vehicles operating manual to select the correct grade oil for your engine.
  • Reliable engine protection: FRAM Conventional Oil 5W20 1 QT utilizes a blend of high-quality conventional and synthetic base stocks coupled with a robust additive system to provide reliable engine protection across a broad range of operating conditions.
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FRAM – 5W20 High Milage Conventional Motor Oil, Helps Restore Seal Condition, 1 Quart (Part No.F662)

5W20 High Milage Conventional Motor Oil, Helps Restore Seal Condition, 1 Quart

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$6.49
FRAM Conventional High Mileage 5W20 Engine Oil is specially designed with enhanced  additives to help reduce leaks and oil consumption in worn or higher mileage engines. This oil is formulated to help clean out sludge buildup and keep engines running clean and with  increased efficiency and power. They are specially designed for engines with over 75,000 miles.  FRAM Conventional High Mileage 5W20 Engine Oil will protect domestic and imported vehicles and  equipment powered with either gasoline or light duty diesel engines – even those that are turbo charged or super-charged. This high-quality oil is specifically formulated to meet or exceed  all new car manufacturers’ warranty requirements as well as the stringent industry standards API  SP/CF, and 5W20 grade will also meet or exceed the ILSAC GF-6A Resource Conserving Service Category.

Product Features:
  • Formulated with a unique combination of premium base oils and an enhanced additive system
  • Provides increased protection in higher mileage engines
  • Helps restore seal condition to reduce oil consumption
  • Increases protection against high temperature deposits and ring sticking
  • Always refer to your vehicles operating manual to select the correct grade oil for your engine.
  • Specially formulated for high mileage engines: FRAM High Mileage 5W20 1 QT is designed with enhanced additives to help reduce leaks and oil consumption in worn or higher mileage engines, making it an ideal choice for vehicles with over 75,000 miles.
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Castrol – EDGE 5W-20 High Mileage Full Synthetic Motor Oil, 1 Quart (Part No.15979D)

EDGE 5W-20 High Mileage Full Synthetic Motor Oil, 1 Quart

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$12.99
Castrol EDGE High Mileage 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil is specially formulated for vehicles with over 75K miles, making it the natural choice for consumers who want to extend maximum engine performance. Engineered with Fluid Titanium Technology and Phosphorus Replacement Technology, it preserves the catalytic converter and emission system. This oil offers 10X better high-temperature performance and 6X better wear protection, as measured in Seq IIIH and Seq IVA engine tests respectively, compared to API SP limits. From the makers of the No. 1 High Mileage brand, it meets API SP/SN PLUS, ILSAC GF-6, GM dexos1 Gen 2, Ford WSS-M2C960-A1, WSS-M2C945-B1, and Chrysler MS 6395 requirements. Castrol EDGE OEM specification approvals and is available in grades 5W-20, 5W-30, 10W-30, and 10W-40.

Product Features:
  • 10X Better High Temperature performance – As measured in Seq IIIH engine test vs. API SP limit
  • 6X Better Wear Protection – As measured in Seq IVA test vs. latest test limit
  • From the makers of the No. 1 High Mileage brand
  • Meets API SP/SN PLUS, ILSAC GF-6, GM dexos1 Gen 2, Meets Ford WSS-M2C960-A1 and WSS-M2C945 -B1, Meets engine test requirements of Chrysler MS 6395
  • Castrol EDGE offers motor oils that meet OEM specification approvals or licenses that cover over 97.3% of the US car parc.
  • Available in the following grades: 5W-20, 5W-30, 10W-30, and 10W-40
  • Try Castrol EDGE High Mileage today
  • Specially Formulated for High Mileage Vehicles: Designed for vehicles with over 75,000 miles, ensuring extended maximum engine performance.
  • Catalytic Converter and Emission System Preservation: Utilizes Phosphorus Replacement Technology to help preserve the catalytic converter and emission system.
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FRAM – Full Synthetic High Mileage 5W-20 Motor Oil: 1 Quart (Part No.F923)

Full Synthetic High Mileage 5W-20 Motor Oil: 1 Quart

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$7.99
FRAM Full Synthetic High Mileage SAE 5W-20 is a full synthetic motor oil blended with high quality synthetic base stocks and and enhanced additives that meet the stringent API: SP, SN, SM, SL, SJ, and ILSAC GF-6A specifications while reducing leaks and oil consumption in worn or higher mileage engines. Formulated with synthetic base stocks, this oil offers increased oxidation inhibition performance as well as increased high and low temperature performance when compared against conventional oils. The FRAM Full Synthetic High Mileage SAE 5W-20 is formulated to help clean out sludge buildup and keep engines running clean and with increased efficiency and power. Specially designed for engines with over 75,000 miles, the FRAM Full Synthetic High Mileage SAE 5W-20 provides the ultimate protection for your higher mileage engine. Specifically formulated for the rigorous environment of gas-direct engine (GDI) and turbo gas-direct engine (TGDI) designs as well as providing increased protection for carbureted or normally fuel injected engines. FRAM Full Synthetic High Mileage SAE 5W-20 contains additive technology designed to prevent low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI). LSPI can lead to pre-mature engine failure and is a major concern of the automotive industry for vehicles employing GDI or TGDI technology. This oil also provides increased wear protection, oxidation and shear stability for higher mileage vehicles over previous oil categories.

Product Features:
  • Faster oil flow at start-up
  • Fuel efficiency gains over heavier grade oils
  • Reduces oil cumsumption
  • Excellent sludge and varnish protection
  • Slows engine leaks
  • Outstanding thermal and oxidation stability
  • Lowers oil vaporization and consumption at extreme conditions
  • ALWAYS REFER TO YOUR VEHICLES OPERATING MANUAL TO SELECT THE CORRECT GRADE OIL FOR YOUR ENGINE.
  • Protection for Advanced Engine Designs: Specifically designed for gas-direct engine (GDI) and turbo gas-direct engine (TGDI) designs, providing increased protection and preventing low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) which can lead to premature engine failure.
  • Increased Wear Protection and Stability: Provides increased wear protection, oxidation, and shear stability for higher mileage vehicles, ensuring long-lasting engine performance and reliability.
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Castrol – EDGE Extended Performance 5W-20 Advanced Full Synthetic Motor Oil: 5 Qt (Part No.1598EF)

EDGE Extended Performance 5W-20 Advanced Full Synthetic Motor Oil: 5 Qt

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$41.99
Castrol EDGE Extended Performance with Fluid TITANIUM Technology is Castrol’s most advanced full synthetic and the natural choice for drivers who demand outstanding performance and the assurance of protection during today’s longer drain intervals. It provides protection for 20,000 miles or a full year – guaranteed. Castrol EDGE Extended Performance features some of the best attributes of Castrol’s patented Fluid TITANIUM Technology that transforms its structure to be stronger under pressure. It helps keep metal apart to fight power-robbing friction, providing wear protection 6X better than required by the industry standard, while protecting under extreme conditions with 10X better high temperature performance.  Castrol EDGE Extended Performance provides the strength to extend drains for 20,000 miles and the muscle to maintain viscosity stability under the extreme force of the engine and protection from wear.  Unlock maximum engine performance.

Product Features:
  • Extended drain interval of 20,000 miles or a full year (Whichever comes first)
  • 10X Better High Temperature performance (As measured in Sequence IIIH engine test vs. API SP test limit)
  • 6X Better Wear Protection (As measured in the latest Sequence IVA engine test)
  • 1.4X Better Sludge Protection (As measured in Sequence VH engine test vs. API SP test limit)
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Castrol – EDGE Extended Performance Full Synthetic 5W20 Motor Oil 1 Quart (Part No.15D529)

EDGE Extended Performance Full Synthetic 5W20 Motor Oil 1 Quart

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Castrol® EDGE® Extended Performance is Castrol’s most advanced full synthetic motor oil. It provides ultimate performance and the strength to enable an extended drain of 20,000 miles or a full year (whichever comes first).

Product Features:
  • Approved and Licensed Specifications include: API SP/SN PLUS, ILSAC GF-6, GM dexos1 Gen 2, ACEA C5, Ford WSS-M2C960-A1, Meets engine test performance of Chrysler MS-6395
  • 10X Better High Temperature Performance (Seq IIIH test vs. API SP limit)
  • 6X Better Wear Protection (Based on Seq IVA vs. latest test limit)
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FAQs for 1996 Mercury Cougar Engine Oil

What are the most popular Engine Oil for the 1996 Mercury Cougar?

With 3 brands you can trust, our most popular Engine Oil for the 1996 Mercury Cougar parts are:
5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, Faster Oil Flow, 5 Quart
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5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, Faster Oil Flow, 5 Quart
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EDGE High Mileage 5W-20 Advanced Full Synthetic Engine Oil: 5 Quart
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EDGE High Mileage 5W-20 Advanced Full Synthetic Engine Oil: 5 Quart
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What are the best aftermarket Engine Oil for the 1996 Mercury Cougar?

See what past customers had to say about our highest-rated Engine Oil for the 1996 Mercury Cougar:
EDGE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil 1 Quart
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EDGE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil 1 Quart
“This is definitely a great oil keeps my engine smooth quiet and has better acceleration top grade oil”