How to service and repair the driveshaft universal joint on Mercury Grand Marquis?

The next step before servicing the driveshaft universal joint starts with driveshaft removal without vise-clamping while setting it on a suitable workbench. Draw marks indicating how the driveshaft components should be placed in relation to the driveshaft tube for future balanced reinstallation. A C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover tool removes snap rings before allowing bearing cups to be pressed out from the driveshaft through its necessary rotations. The use of vise grips is necessary to remove bearing cups when they resist complete press-out. Clean the yoke surfaces before proceeding to inspect all components for wear and damage when removing the driveshaft slip yoke along with centering socket yoke. Execute U-joint assembly by installing new bearing cups and spiders as complete assemblies which should be obtained from the U-joint service kits while pressing the bearing cups beneath the yoke surface. When the yellow snap rings fail to provide sufficient installation ease you can substitute them with black snap rings. Check the U-joint movement by hitting each yoke with a brass or plastic hammer during the inspection of both driveshaft sides. The bearing cups need to be placed 6.3 millimeters (0.25 inches) underneath the yoke surface when performing installations.

Are the Staked Driveshaft Universal Joints Serviced Separately Within the Warranty Period on Mercury Mountaineer?

U-joints on the staked driveshaft cannot be serviced alone during the warranty duration. Worn-out or damaged U-joints lead to requires new driveshaft replacement. When performing high mileage U-joint repairs customers can buy service kits from Ford authorized dealers who will also provide instructions.

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Mercury Universal Joints, Rear Part Number: 7L1Z-4635-B
$40.89 MSRP: $58.50
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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
$24.24 MSRP: $32.99
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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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Product Specifications
- 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
$42.32 MSRP: $61.60
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Product Specifications
- 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 Parts and Q&A

Universal Joints, Rear
7L1Z-4635-B
Q: How to service and repair the driveshaft universal joint on Mercury Grand Marquis?
A:
The next step before servicing the driveshaft universal joint starts with driveshaft removal without vise-clamping while setting it on a suitable workbench. Draw marks indicating how the driveshaft components should be placed in relation to the driveshaft tube for future balanced reinstallation. A C-Frame and Screw Installer/Remover tool removes snap rings before allowing bearing cups to be pressed out from the driveshaft through its necessary rotations. The use of vise grips is necessary to remove bearing cups when they resist complete press-out. Clean the yoke surfaces before proceeding to inspect all components for wear and damage when removing the driveshaft slip yoke along with centering socket yoke. Execute U-joint assembly by installing new bearing cups and spiders as complete assemblies which should be obtained from the U-joint service kits while pressing the bearing cups beneath the yoke surface. When the yellow snap rings fail to provide sufficient installation ease you can substitute them with black snap rings. Check the U-joint movement by hitting each yoke with a brass or plastic hammer during the inspection of both driveshaft sides. The bearing cups need to be placed 6.3 millimeters (0.25 inches) underneath the yoke surface when performing installations.
Universal Joints
6L2Z-4635-A
Q: Are the Staked Driveshaft Universal Joints Serviced Separately Within the Warranty Period on Mercury Mountaineer?
A:
U-joints on the staked driveshaft cannot be serviced alone during the warranty duration. Worn-out or damaged U-joints lead to requires new driveshaft replacement. When performing high mileage U-joint repairs customers can buy service kits from Ford authorized dealers who will also provide instructions.