How to Install a Tie Rod End While Ensuring Proper Wheel Alignment on Mercury Grand Marquis?

Start the tie rod end installation by maintaining the loose clamp on the front wheel spindle tie-rod adjusting sleeve until checking the front wheel alignment. The installation method for left and right inner tie-rod ends matches exactly with the procedure demonstrated on the left side. Start with the tie-rod end insertion into the front wheel spindle tie-rod adjusting sleeve then add the new nut followed by applying a new cotter pin. Remember to lower the vehicle before inspecting wheel alignment together with any essential adjustments.

How to service the outer tie rod end on Mercury Mariner?

Service of the outer tie rod end begins with removing the wheel and tire accessory. The installation of the tie-rod end jam nut requires a torque of 40 Nm (30 lb-ft) after loosing it during service. Before discarding the used outer tie-rod end nut replace it with a new one which needs tightening to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft). The front wheel knuckle needs a Ball Joint Separator to detach the outer tie-rod end before removing the outer tie-rod end. The service finishes when you undo the installation steps but double-check the front toe measurement for possible readjustment.

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Mercury Outer Tie Rod, Passenger Side Part Number: AE5Z-3A130-A
$54.68 MSRP: $91.64
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Right Outer; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Position: Outer Passenger Side
- Replaces: 6E5Z-3A130-A
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Milan | 2006-2009 | Base, Premier | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Mercury Outer Tie Rod Part Number: 2W7Z-3A130-A
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Colony Park | 1987-1991 | GS, LS | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Grand Marquis | 1984-2002 | Base, Colony Park, GS, LS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.8 L GAS
- Marquis | 1985-1986 | Base, Brougham | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
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Mercury Outer Tie Rod, Passenger Side Part Number: 3W1Z-3A130-BA
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Right Outer; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Manufacturer Note: RH Outer
- Position: Outer Passenger Side
- Replaced by: 6W1Z-3A130-A
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Grand Marquis | 2003-2005 | GS, GSL, Limited Edition, LS, LSE, Ultimate Edition | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
- Marauder | 2003-2004 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Mercury Outer Tie Rod, Passenger Side Part Number: 6W1Z-3A130-A
$65.53 MSRP: $107.82
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Right Outer; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Manufacturer Note: RH Outer
- Position: Outer Passenger Side
- Replaces: 3W1Z-3A130-BA, MEOE-72
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Grand Marquis | 2006-2011 | GS, LS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Mercury Outer Tie Rod, Driver Side Part Number: 6W1Z-3A130-B
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Left Outer; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Manufacturer Note: LH Outer
- Position: Outer Driver Side
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Grand Marquis | 2006-2011 | GS, LS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Mercury Outer Tie Rod, Driver Side Part Number: F7RZ-3A130-AA
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Cover; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End; End - Spindle Rod Connecting
- Position: Driver Side
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Cougar | 1999-2002 | Base, S, V6 | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- Mystique | 1997-2000 | GS, LS | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mercury Outer Tie Rod Part Number: 5L8Z-3A130-AA
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Outer; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Position: Outer
- Replaced by: LL8Z-3A130-A
- Replaces: YL8Z-3A130-GA
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Mariner | 2005-2007 | Base, Convenience, Hybrid, Luxury, Premier | 4 Cyl 2.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Mercury Outer Tie Rod, Driver Side Part Number: AE5Z-3A130-B
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Left Outer; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Position: Outer Driver Side
- Replaces: 6E5Z-3A130-B
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Milan | 2006-2009 | Base, Premier | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Mercury Outer Tie Rod Part Number: 9G1Z-3A130-A
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Outer; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Position: Outer
- Replaces: 5F9Z-3A130-AA
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Montego | 2005-2007 | Luxury, Premier | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
- Sable | 2008-2009 | Base, Premier | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Mercury Outer Tie Rod, Passenger Side Part Number: AE5Z-3A130-C
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Right Outer; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Manufacturer Note: Outer
- Position: Outer Passenger Side
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Milan | 2010-2011 | Base, Hybrid, Premier | 4 Cyl 2.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX
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Mercury Outer Tie Rod Part Number: 8L8Z-3A130-B
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Outer; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Position: Outer
- Replaced by: LL8Z-3A130-B
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Mariner | 2009-2011 | Base, Hybrid, Premier | 4 Cyl 2.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Mercury Outer Tie Rod Part Number: 5L5Z-3A130-AA
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Outer; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Manufacturer Note: Warranty Eligible
- Position: Outer
- Replaces: F87Z-3A130-BA
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Mountaineer | 2002-2003 | Base | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Mercury Outer Tie Rod, Driver Side Part Number: AE5Z-3A130-D
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Left Outer; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Manufacturer Note: Outer
- Position: Outer Driver Side
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Milan | 2010-2011 | Base, Hybrid, Premier | 4 Cyl 2.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX
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Mercury Outer Tie Rod Part Number: AL2Z-3A130-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Outer; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Position: Outer
- Replaces: 6L2Z-3A130-AA
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 Outer Tie Rod, Passenger Side Part Number: F7RZ-3A130-BB
$32.00 MSRP: $43.54
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Position: Passenger Side
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Cougar | 1999-2002 | Base, S, V6 | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- Mystique | 1997-2000 | GS, LS | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mercury Outer Tie Rod Part Number: FOCZ-3A130-A
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Tracer | 1991-1999 | Base, GS, LS, Trio | 4 Cyl 1.9 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Mercury Inner Tie Rod Part Number: 2W7Z-3A131-A
$38.55 MSRP: $52.46
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- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Tie Rod End
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Colony Park | 1987-1991 | GS, LS | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Grand Marquis | 1984-2002 | Base, Colony Park, GS, LS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.8 L GAS
- Marquis | 1985-1986 | Base, Brougham | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
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Mercury Outer Tie Rod Part Number: 5L2Z-3A130-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Outer; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Manufacturer Note: Warranty Eligible
- Position: Outer
- Replaces: 4L2Z-3A130-AA
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Mountaineer | 2004-2005 | Base, Convenience, Luxury, Premier | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Mercury Outer Tie Rod, Driver Side Part Number: 3W1Z-3A130-BB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Left Outer; Outer Tie Rod End; Tie Rod End
- Manufacturer Note: LH Outer
- Position: Outer Driver Side
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Grand Marquis | 2003-2005 | GS, GSL, Limited Edition, LS, LSE, Ultimate Edition | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
- Marauder | 2003-2004 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Mercury Tie Rod End, Outer Part Number: 3F2Z-3A130-BA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: End - Spindle Rod Connecting; Steering Tie Rod End, Outer; Outer Tie Rod; Steering Tie Rod End
- Position: Outer
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Monterey | 2004-2007 | Base, Convenience, Luxury, Premier | 6 Cyl 4.2 L GAS
- Sable | 1986-1995 | GS, LS, LTS | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS

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Mercury Tie Rod End

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The steering rack connects to the knuckle through a Mercury Tie Rod End, which is connected to the steering rack through a ball joint, converting wheel input into precise tire motion and permitting a free point of articulation. Mercury was born in 1938 and established a niche among drivers who do not want to feel detached but feel comfortable on the road. All Mercury chassis have a comfortable ride but manage body roll, thus long journeys are comfortable and in control. Ample cabin space allows lanky friends to stretch, and heavy sound damping muters wind blows, and conversations are not difficult at highway speed. Switchgear is just as natural as hand, and it proves usefulness can be married to high style, and Mercury interiors remain firm even when the odometer passes the six-digit mark. The brand advocated the combination of value and feel, providing power gadgets and leather seats without overcharging. These considerate gestures brought strong loyalists to the Cougar, the Grand Marquis, and other nameplates. Mercury survivors reward owners with enduring suspensions even after the end of production in 2011, and a Tie Rod End restores factory steering snap. In order to change the Tie Rod End, first park on a flat surface, chock rear tires, jack front wheel up, and remove. Note the threaded position so that the alignment is similar, remove the jam nut, cotter pin, and castle nut, and tap the stud free. Take off the worn one, thread the new Tie Rod End to the mark, seat the stud, torque the nut, snap in a new pin, lock the jam nut, re-fit the wheel, drop the car, and order an alignment check.

Mercury Tie Rod End Parts and Q&A

Outer Tie Rod
2W7Z-3A130-A
Q: How to Install a Tie Rod End While Ensuring Proper Wheel Alignment on Mercury Grand Marquis?
A:
Start the tie rod end installation by maintaining the loose clamp on the front wheel spindle tie-rod adjusting sleeve until checking the front wheel alignment. The installation method for left and right inner tie-rod ends matches exactly with the procedure demonstrated on the left side. Start with the tie-rod end insertion into the front wheel spindle tie-rod adjusting sleeve then add the new nut followed by applying a new cotter pin. Remember to lower the vehicle before inspecting wheel alignment together with any essential adjustments.
Outer Tie Rod
8L8Z-3A130-B
Q: How to service the outer tie rod end on Mercury Mariner?
A:
Service of the outer tie rod end begins with removing the wheel and tire accessory. The installation of the tie-rod end jam nut requires a torque of 40 Nm (30 lb-ft) after loosing it during service. Before discarding the used outer tie-rod end nut replace it with a new one which needs tightening to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft). The front wheel knuckle needs a Ball Joint Separator to detach the outer tie-rod end before removing the outer tie-rod end. The service finishes when you undo the installation steps but double-check the front toe measurement for possible readjustment.