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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1998MOUNTAINEER 5.0 P, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 1 (SUSPENSION SYSTEM - FRONT - 2WD)TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
1998 Mercury Mountaineer 5.0 P, AWD
Torque Specifications
1998 Mercury Mountaineer 5.0 P, AWDSECTION Torque Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Ball Joint-To-Spindle Nut | 83-113 (112-153) | ||
| Lower Control Arm Pivot Bolts | 111-148 (150-201) | ||
| Lower Shock Absorber Nut | 15-21 (20-28) | ||
| Stabilizer Bar Link-To-Lower Control Arm Nut | 15-21 (20-28) | ||
| Stabilizer Bar Mounting Bracket Bolts | 25-34 (34-46) | ||
| Tie Rod End-To-Spindle Nut | 44-59 (60-80) | ||
| Torsion Bar Protector Bolts | 35-46 (47-62) | ||
| Upper Ball Joint-To-Spindle Pinch Bolt | 35-46 (47-62) | ||
| Upper Control Arm Cam Bolts | 83-113 (112-153) | ||
| Wheel Lug Nuts | (1) 100 (136) | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.