Is the 1997 mercury mountaineer 302 motor a ho motor?
No, the 1997 Mercury Mountaineer's 5.0L (302 cubic inch) engine is not generally considered a "HO" (High Output) motor. While a powerful engine for its time, it wasn't a specifically tuned high-performance version like some other 302s found in Mustangs or other performance vehicles. It was a standard production engine designed for SUV use.