MERCON

Mercon

Bottle of Mercon LV ATF
Product type	Automatic transmission fluid
Owner	Ford
Produced by	Ford
Country	U.S.
Introduced	1987; 37 years ago (1987)
Discontinued	2007; 17 years ago (2007)
Related brands	Motorcraft Dexron Chrysler ATM

Mercon represents a series of technical standards for automatic transmission fluid, developed and trademarked by Ford Motor Company. This designation serves as a mark of quality that Ford has established for fluids used in automatic transmissions. The Mercon name, which has evolved into a brand, is licensed by Ford to various manufacturers. These companies are authorized to produce the fluid according to Ford's specifications and market it under their own brand names.

The specifications outlined under the Mercon label cover various aspects such as viscosity, friction characteristics, and thermal stability, which are essential for the transmission fluid to perform under a wide range of operating conditions. This careful regulation ensures that all licensed Mercon fluids provide consistent quality and performance, giving consumers confidence in their use of aftermarket products.