Q: How to service and repair the front cross-member on Mercury Marauder?
A: In order to repair the transmission support crossmember make sure that the vehicle is resting on a hoist in a neutral position. Disconnect sensor, pull out exhaust pipes, crossmember bolts. Slowly remove the crossmember, and in its place, fit in the new one. In order to lower the vehicle, reconnect exhaust components and sensors then reconnect them.
Q: How to service and repair the Rear Crossmember and Front Cross-Member 1B on Mercury Mountaineer?
A: To service the 1B crossmember, place the vehicle in neutral on a hoist. Remove the four bolts and nuts, then take out the crossmember. For installation, reverse the steps and tighten the bolts to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).