How to Address Issues with the Steering Shaft in a Mercury Mariner?

The service and repair of the steering column shaft starts with removing the steering column opening trim and the left-hand instrument panel side finish panel. The side finish panel opening gives access to remove the ground wire eyelet bolt and position the two ground wire eyelets and wires to the side. Disconnect the instrument panel wiring harness electrical connectors and also remove the battery high-voltage jumper switch electrical connector if equipped before setting them aside. Proceed as follows: first switch the ignition to the ON position after which you should turn the steering wheel clockwise to reach the steering column coupling-to-steering column bolt before bolting it out for disposal. Ensure new bolt torque reaches 55 Nm (41 lb-ft) when it is installed. First set the ignition switch at LOCK while removing the key before you turn the steering wheel in a clockwise direction until the column locks. Steering column shaft rotation while disconnecting the lower shaft requires caution because damage to the Clock Spring will occur. Clock Spring removal and recentering becomes necessary in case of shaft rotation. The worker disconnects the steering column coupling from its column structure yet handles it with caution to protect both the dash seal and clip-type retainers from damage. A suitable prying tool with its edge non-sharpened should be used to compress the clip-type retainers along the middle of the dash seal before separating them from the floorboard. You should slide the dash seal from above the steering column shaft in the passenger compartment before removing and discarding the steering column coupling-to-steering column shaft bolt to install a new bolt tightened to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft). Examine the dash seal together with its clip-type retainers for damage while performing the inspection before deciding to replace the dash seal. Finish the process by conducting the reverse steps of the removal process.

How to service and repair the Steering Shaft on Mercury Grand Marquis?

The servicing and repair of the steering column shaft starts with SRS depowering and positioning the steering wheel directly ahead with no ignition key present. The intermediate shaft disconnection requires preventing any steering wheel rotation to protect the Clock Spring from damage and this situation may require complete removal and re-positioning of the Clock Spring. Start by doing away with the upper steering column shaft-to-steering column bolt followed by disconnecting the shaft until you tighten its new version to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft) torque while reassembly. The two upper steering column shaft bearing nuts need removal and their screws should be tightened up to 11 Nm (8 lb-ft) when reinstalling. Lift out both components of the lower steering column shaft-to-steering gear bolt and remove the shaft before fastening the new bolt at 30 Nm (22 lb-ft). The task ends with component assembly then the SRS system gets powered up.

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Mercury Shaft & Joint, Lower Part Number: 5W1Z-3B676-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly; Steering Shaft, Lower; Steering Shaft; Lower Shaft
- Position: Lower
- Replaces: 5W1Z-3B676-AA, 3W1Z-3B676-AA
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Grand Marquis | 2003-2011 | GS, GSL, Limited Edition, LS, LSE, Ultimate Edition | 8 Cyl 4.6 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
- Marauder | 2003-2004 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Mercury Intermediate Shaft Part Number: F2TZ-3E751-B
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly - Steering; Coupling Shaft; Shaft Assembly; Shaft
- Replaces: F2TZ-3B676-B
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Monterey | 2004-2007 | Base, Convenience, Luxury, Premier | 6 Cyl 4.2 L GAS
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Mercury Lower Coupling Part Number: 8L5Z-3B676-B
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly; Steering Shaft Universal Joint; Lower Shaft & Joint Assembly; Lower Shaft & Joint; Coupling; Steering Shaft
- Replaces: 7L5Z-3B676-A, 8L5Z-3B676-A, 6L5Z-3B676-A, 4L5Z-3B676-AA
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Mountaineer | 1998-2001 | Base | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Mercury Upper Shaft Part Number: F7DZ-7361-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Plunger - Gear Change Shaft Lock; Steering Shaft; Shift Lever Shaft; Shift Tube Shaft; Plunger; Shaft
- Replaces: F7DZ-7R264-AA, FODZ-7R264-A
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Grand Marquis | 1992-2006 | GS, GSL, Limited Edition, LS, LSE, Ultimate Edition | 8 Cyl 4.6 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
- Marauder | 2003-2004 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
- Monterey | 2004-2007 | Base, Convenience, Luxury, Premier | 6 Cyl 4.2 L GAS
- Mountaineer | 1997-2001 | Base | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Villager | 1993-1998 | GS, LS, Nautica | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Mercury Shaft Assembly, Lower Part Number: 8F9Z-3B676-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Steering Shaft, Lower; Lower Shaft; Coupling; Steering Shaft
- Position: Lower
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Sable | 2008-2009 | Base, Premier | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Mercury Lower Shaft Part Number: 1L2Z-3B676-BB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly; Steering Shaft, Lower; Lower Shaft & Joint Assembly; Steering Shaft
- Position: Lower
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Mountaineer | 2002-2005 | Base, Convenience, Luxury, Premier | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Mercury Upper Shaft Part Number: 1L2Z-3E751-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly - Steering; Steering Shaft, Upper; Intermed Shaft; Steering Shaft
- Position: Upper
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Mountaineer | 2002-2005 | Base, Convenience, Luxury, Premier | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Mercury Lower Shaft Part Number: 3F2Z-3B676-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly; Steering Shaft, Lower; Steering Shaft
- Position: Lower
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Monterey | 2004-2007 | Base, Convenience, Luxury, Premier | 6 Cyl 4.2 L GAS
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Mercury Lower Shaft Part Number: 3L2Z-3B676-B
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly; Steering Shaft; Lower Shaft & Joint Assembly
- Replaces: 1L2Z-3B676-BA
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Mountaineer | 2002-2005 | Base, Convenience, Luxury, Premier | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Mercury Upper Shaft Part Number: 6L2Z-3E751-BA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly - Steering; Steering Shaft, Upper; Intermed Shaft; Steering Shaft
- Position: Upper
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Mountaineer | 2006-2010 | Base, Convenience, Luxury, Premier | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Mercury Shaft Assembly, Lower Part Number: 6F9Z-3B676-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Steering Shaft, Lower; Lower Shaft; Coupling; Steering Shaft
- Position: Lower
- Replaces: 5F9Z-3B676-AA
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Montego | 2005-2007 | Luxury, Premier | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
- Sable | 2008 | Base, Premier | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Mercury Steering Column Part Number: F2TZ-3E751-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly - Steering; Steering Coupling; Yoke Assembly; Lower Coupling; Lower Joint Assembly; Yoke
- Replaces: F3DZ-3N725-A
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Cougar | 1989-1997 | LS, XR-7 | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Grand Marquis | 1992-1994 | GS, LS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
- Sable | 1992-1995 | GS, LS, LTS | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
- Villager | 1993-2002 | Base, Estate, GS, LS, Nautica, Sport | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.3 L GAS
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Mercury Steering Shaft, Center Part Number: 7L5Z-3E751-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly - Steering; Steering Shaft, Center, Lower; Intermediate Shaft; Intermed Shaft; Mainshaft
- Position: Center
- Replaces: 6L5Z-3E751-AA, XL5Z-3E751-AA, 2L5Z-3E751-AA
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Mountaineer | 1998-2001 | Base | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Mercury Upper Shaft Part Number: 1L2Z-3E751-CA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly - Steering; Steering Shaft, Upper; Intermed Shaft; Steering Shaft
- Position: Upper
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Mountaineer | 2002-2005 | Base, Convenience, Luxury, Premier | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Mercury Steering Column Part Number: 8E5Z-3524-D
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft
- Replaces: 8E5Z-3524-A
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Milan | 2008-2009 | Base, Premier | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Mercury Steering Shaft Part Number: EOBZ-3B676-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly; Lower Shaft
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Capri | 1985-1986 | GS | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
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Mercury Steering Shaft, Upper Part Number: F5DZ-3524-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly - Steering; Shaft Assembly; Upper Shaft; Mainshaft
- Manufacturer Note: Upper shaft
- Position: Upper
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Colony Park | 1990-1991 | GS, LS | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Cougar | 1994-1997 | XR-7 | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
- Grand Marquis | 1990-1994 | GS, LS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Sable | 1990-1995 | GS, LS, LTS | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
- Villager | 1993 | GS, LS | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Mercury Upper Shaft Part Number: F6XZ3524CE
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly - Steering; Steering Shaft
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Villager | 1996-1998 | GS, LS, Nautica | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Mercury Lower Shaft Part Number: F7DZ-3B676-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shaft Assembly; Steering Shaft, Lower; Steering Shaft
- Position: Lower
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Sable | 1996-2004 | G, GS, LS, LS Premium | 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Mercury Shaft Assembly Part Number: F8AZ-3B676-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Steering Shaft; Lower Shaft; Mainshaft
- Manufacturer Note: LOWER SHAFT
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Grand Marquis | 1995-2002 | GS, LS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS

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Mercury Steering Shaft

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Mercury Steering Shaft converts hand operation into fine control of the wheel angle, thereby providing any drive with confidence. Mercury was named after the fleet-footed Roman deity and sought the same appeal on American roads, with a sharp line and a ride that was soft enough to smooth ruts in the road, yet hard enough to keep things active. Mercury cars struck a balance between the soft suspension and hard handling that allowed families to ride silently and yet feel on top of the asphalt. Mercury sedan and coupe showrooms were crowded with comfort in mind, reducing the amount of noise in the cabin and setting aside plenty of legroom that beckoned long journeys. Over the decades, Mercury introduced Cougars and Grand Marquis that have demonstrated that value does not have to come at the cost of feel or style. Customers had faith in the badge of a quick-driving midsize that could not behave like a stripped deal. Steering Shaft connects the wheel with the rack and all your flicking of your hands on the wheel is turned into tire direction with zero slack when under load. Steering Shaft is provided with upper, intermediate, and lower segments that fit together to cancel vibration and make feedback honest. Steering Shaft made of hard alloys is hard to shake off, keeps alignment longer, and retains a sharp response. Steering Shaft requires rapid inspections and immediate corrective actions since the small play might lead to terrible tracking or additional work. The grease points remain uncovered, and basic maintenance becomes a matter of minutes and will restore long-term trust.

Mercury Steering Shaft Parts and Q&A

Lower Shaft
9L8Z-3B676-A
Q: How to Address Issues with the Steering Shaft in a Mercury Mariner?
A:
The service and repair of the steering column shaft starts with removing the steering column opening trim and the left-hand instrument panel side finish panel. The side finish panel opening gives access to remove the ground wire eyelet bolt and position the two ground wire eyelets and wires to the side. Disconnect the instrument panel wiring harness electrical connectors and also remove the battery high-voltage jumper switch electrical connector if equipped before setting them aside. Proceed as follows: first switch the ignition to the ON position after which you should turn the steering wheel clockwise to reach the steering column coupling-to-steering column bolt before bolting it out for disposal. Ensure new bolt torque reaches 55 Nm (41 lb-ft) when it is installed. First set the ignition switch at LOCK while removing the key before you turn the steering wheel in a clockwise direction until the column locks. Steering column shaft rotation while disconnecting the lower shaft requires caution because damage to the Clock Spring will occur. Clock Spring removal and recentering becomes necessary in case of shaft rotation. The worker disconnects the steering column coupling from its column structure yet handles it with caution to protect both the dash seal and clip-type retainers from damage. A suitable prying tool with its edge non-sharpened should be used to compress the clip-type retainers along the middle of the dash seal before separating them from the floorboard. You should slide the dash seal from above the steering column shaft in the passenger compartment before removing and discarding the steering column coupling-to-steering column shaft bolt to install a new bolt tightened to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft). Examine the dash seal together with its clip-type retainers for damage while performing the inspection before deciding to replace the dash seal. Finish the process by conducting the reverse steps of the removal process.
Shaft & Joint, Lower
5W1Z-3B676-A
Q: How to service and repair the Steering Shaft on Mercury Grand Marquis?
A:
The servicing and repair of the steering column shaft starts with SRS depowering and positioning the steering wheel directly ahead with no ignition key present. The intermediate shaft disconnection requires preventing any steering wheel rotation to protect the Clock Spring from damage and this situation may require complete removal and re-positioning of the Clock Spring. Start by doing away with the upper steering column shaft-to-steering column bolt followed by disconnecting the shaft until you tighten its new version to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft) torque while reassembly. The two upper steering column shaft bearing nuts need removal and their screws should be tightened up to 11 Nm (8 lb-ft) when reinstalling. Lift out both components of the lower steering column shaft-to-steering gear bolt and remove the shaft before fastening the new bolt at 30 Nm (22 lb-ft). The task ends with component assembly then the SRS system gets powered up.