What are the function and maintenance of the drive shaft and universal joint on the rear of the Mercury Capri?

The driveshaft is a long tube extending from the transmission to the rear end housing and supplied at the two ends is supplied with what are known as universal joints that allow the shaft to transfer power to the rear wheels despite the fact that the wheels may be at right angles to each other. In front, it comes with a splined yoke which engages with the extension housing of the transmission such that it moves from side to side while in use. An oil seal avoids the loss of fluids and the intrusion of undesirable substances; if there is seepage, the oil seal will have to be changed. The driveshaft assembly only needs little servicing because the universal joints are pre-lubricated and can only be replaced when one has problems which require the withdrawal of the driveshaft from the car. The alignment of the driveshaft is very important, therefore it should be very clean, and checked for signs of damage, also the small weights that are used to balance the shaft should not be lost. Depending on whether the problem involves noise or deliberate vibration while driving, a road test can be carried out to validate if 'the' driveshaft is the cause. This includes recording the magnitude and frequency of the complaint as well as the network speed at which the problem is particularly noticeable and varies the vehicle in a range of gear. If the noise or vibration increases with the increase of engine speed then the driveshaft does not seem to be the problem. On the other hand if the problem reduces or disappears a physical examination of the driveshaft to determine the presence of any damage, balance affecting material, missing weights and indications of damaged universal joints should be carried out besides checking for balanced tires. To inspect worn universal joints, one may accelerate slowly in High gear, or coast and then accelerate and listen for clunks or knocks, it is also possible to coast in Neutral at low speed, to hear any strange noise. Further, if the vehicle is raised and the driveshaft is manually turned while looking at the universal joints for a lot of play, then, this indicates that they may have worn out.

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Mercury Universal Joints, Rear Part Number: 7L1Z-4635-B
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; Front Center, Rear, CV Joint; U Joint; U-Joint
- Manufacturer Note: 1350
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: F5TZ-4635-A, 4L3Z-4841-FB, 7L1Z-4635-A
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Grand Marquis | 2007-2011 | GS, LS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
- Mountaineer | 2006-2010 | Base, Convenience, Luxury, Premier | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Mercury Universal Joints Part Number: 3W1Z-4635-AA
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; CV Joint; U Joint; Universal Joint
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Grand Marquis | 2003-2006 | GS, GSL, Limited Edition, LS, LSE, Ultimate Edition | 8 Cyl 4.6 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Mercury Universal Joints Part Number: 6L2Z-4635-A
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; CV Joint; U Joint; U-Joint Kit; Universal Joint
- Manufacturer Note: Size 1330
- Replaces: 4L5Z-4635-BA
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Mariner | 2008-2011 | Base, Hybrid, Premier | 4 Cyl 2.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 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
- Mountaineer | 2006-2010 | Base, Convenience, Luxury, Premier | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Mercury Universal Joints Part Number: E3TZ4635B
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint; CV Joint; U Joint; Kit - Universal Joint Repair; Universal Joint
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Topaz | 1987-1991 | Base, GS, GS AWD, LS, LS AWD, LTS, LTS AWD, Sport, Sport AWD, XR5, XR5 AWD | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
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Mercury Universal Joints Part Number: F2TZ-4635-C
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; CV Joint; U Joint; Universal Joint
- Replaces: F2AZ-4635-D
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Grand Marquis | 1995-1997 | GS, LS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
- Marauder | 2003-2004 | Base | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
- Mountaineer | 1997-2001 | Base | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Mercury Universal Joints Part Number: F2TZ-4635-A
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint; CV Joint; U Joint; Kit - Universal Joint Repair; Universal Joint
- Manufacturer Note: #5-632X - oversize cups, 1310 series
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 Universal Joints Part Number: 4L3Z-4635-C
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; CV Joint; U Joint; U-Joint
- Replaces: 4L3Z-4635-A, F2AZ-4635-C, E9SZ-4635-Z
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Cougar | 1992-1993 | LS, XR-7 | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Grand Marquis | 1998-2002, 1992-1994 | GS, LS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
- Mountaineer | 2002-2010 | 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 Universal Joints, Rear Part Number: 4L5Z-4635-B
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; Universal Joint, Rear, Rear Center, Rear Forward, Rear Rearward; CV Joint; U Joint; U-Joint
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 4L5Z-4635-A, 4L5Z-4635-AA, F2TZ-4635-B, F1TZ-4635-B
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Mountaineer | 2006-2010 | Premier | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Mercury Universal Joints Part Number: C3AZ-4635-L
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; CV Joint; U Joint
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Colony Park | 1987-1989 | GS, LS | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Grand Marquis | 1984-1989 | Base, Colony Park, GS, LS | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.8 L GAS
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Mercury Universal Joints Part Number: C3AZ-4635-J
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint; CV Joint; U Joint; Kit - Universal Joint Repair; Universal Joint
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Capri | 1984-1986 | 5.0, GS, RS, RS Turbo | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Colony Park | 1987-1989 | GS, LS | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Cougar | 1984-1988 | Base, LS, XR-7 | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Grand Marquis | 1984-1989 | Base, Colony Park, GS, LS | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.8 L GAS
- Marquis | 1984-1986 | Base, Brougham | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.3 L LPG, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
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Mercury Universal Joints Part Number: F1TZ-4635-C
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- Other Name: Kit - Universal Joint Repair; CV Joint; U Joint; U-Joint; Universal Joint
- Replaces: F2AZ-4635-A, F1TZ-4635-A
Fits the following Mercury Models:
- Colony Park | 1990-1991 | GS, LS | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Cougar | 1992-1993 | LS, XR-7 | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Grand Marquis | 1990-1994 | GS, LS | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Mountaineer | 2002-2005 | 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 Universal Joint

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Mercury Universal Joint continues to pass the torque at the clumsy angles in the driveshafts that cause the suspension move to never interrupt the rear wheel push. Mercury was born in 1938 and borrowed the name of a swift Roman god and in modern times, it is an indication of a smooth ride without sticker shock. Silenced asphalt chatter, daily commuting almost comes to a crawl on Mercury cabins, with balanced suspension making it feel like idle time. Mercury has pursued the needs of the driver over decades, with spacious seating, trim handling, and a price that remained reasonable. Its mid-size sedans were softer than the competition and combined aggressive style with decent value that families could count on. However, when production ceased in 2011, the badge is still being lauded by its faithful users due to the quiet glasshouse and calm steering. Soundproofing, cushion leather trim, and ergonomic harmony made the marque remain competitive as preferences shifted to larger crossovers. Universal Joint is placed between driveshaft and axle and both ends swing up and down as springs rise and fall. Universal Joint relies upon hardened cross packed with needle bearings that are already lubed but contain grease zerks that can be removed and replaced with grease upon future top-offs. Universal Joint is built on very tight seals and secure clips since lost grease is vibration-inducing and informs you that the replacement time is near. Universal Joint has been strengthened and made easy to rebuild, but still the task remains the same, pass power smoothly through each bounce.

Mercury Universal Joint Parts and Q&A

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Q: What are the function and maintenance of the drive shaft and universal joint on the rear of the Mercury Capri?
A:
The driveshaft is a long tube extending from the transmission to the rear end housing and supplied at the two ends is supplied with what are known as universal joints that allow the shaft to transfer power to the rear wheels despite the fact that the wheels may be at right angles to each other. In front, it comes with a splined yoke which engages with the extension housing of the transmission such that it moves from side to side while in use. An oil seal avoids the loss of fluids and the intrusion of undesirable substances; if there is seepage, the oil seal will have to be changed. The driveshaft assembly only needs little servicing because the universal joints are pre-lubricated and can only be replaced when one has problems which require the withdrawal of the driveshaft from the car. The alignment of the driveshaft is very important, therefore it should be very clean, and checked for signs of damage, also the small weights that are used to balance the shaft should not be lost. Depending on whether the problem involves noise or deliberate vibration while driving, a road test can be carried out to validate if 'the' driveshaft is the cause. This includes recording the magnitude and frequency of the complaint as well as the network speed at which the problem is particularly noticeable and varies the vehicle in a range of gear. If the noise or vibration increases with the increase of engine speed then the driveshaft does not seem to be the problem. On the other hand if the problem reduces or disappears a physical examination of the driveshaft to determine the presence of any damage, balance affecting material, missing weights and indications of damaged universal joints should be carried out besides checking for balanced tires. To inspect worn universal joints, one may accelerate slowly in High gear, or coast and then accelerate and listen for clunks or knocks, it is also possible to coast in Neutral at low speed, to hear any strange noise. Further, if the vehicle is raised and the driveshaft is manually turned while looking at the universal joints for a lot of play, then, this indicates that they may have worn out.