Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1998 Mercury Villager GS, Van CargoFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition & Navigator | |||
| Upper Control Arm Cam Bolt | 84-112 (113-153) | ||
| Tie Rod Jam Nut | 57-77 (77-104) | ||
| Explorer & Mountaineer | |||
| Caster Set Nut | 129 (175) | ||
| Upper Control Arm Cam Bolt | 98 (133) | ||
| Tie Rod Jam Nut | 59 (80) | ||
| Pickup | |||
| F150/250 Light Duty | |||
| Upper Control Arm Cam Bolt | 84-112 (113-153) | ||
| Tie Rod Jam Nut | 57-77 (77-104) | ||
| F250/350 Super Duty | |||
| Tie Rod Adjusting Clamp Nut | 41 (55) | ||
| Lower Ball Joint Stud Nut | 55-110 (128-149) | ||
| Rear Spring "U" Bolt Nut | 185 (251) | ||
| Upper Ball Joint Pinch Bolt | 60 (81) | ||
| Wheel Lug Nut | 148 (201) | ||
| Ranger | |||
| Upper Control Arm Cam Bolt Nut | 80-113 (113-153) | ||
| Upper Ball Joint Pinch Bolt | |||
| 2WD | 35-46 (47-62) | ||
| 4WD | 41-55 (56-75) | ||
| Rear Axle "U" Bolt | 65-75 (88-102) | ||
| Econoline | |||
| Upper Ball Joint Pinch Bolt | 64-88 (87-119) | ||
| Rear Axle "U" Bolt | |||
| Except E150 | 110-150 (149-203) | ||
| E150 | 73-97 (98-132) | ||
| Villager | |||
| Control Arm Bolt | |||
| Front | 94-115 (127-156) | ||
| Rear | 87-108 (118-146) | ||
| Tie Rod Lock Nut | |||
| 1998 | 30-60 (41-81) | ||
| 1999 | 55 (75) | ||
| Windstar | |||
| Alignment Plate Nuts | 26 (35) | ||
| Subframe Mounting Bolts | 66 (89) | ||
| Tie Rod Lock Nut | 41 (56) | ||
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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