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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2009MILAN PREMIER, 3.0 1, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 242 (DRIVESHAFT)DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLYDRIVESHAFT UNIVERSAL JOINTASSEMBLY
2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWD
Driveshaft Universal Joint: Assembly
2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Assembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Universal joint service kits are to be installed as complete assemblies only. Do not use components from other universal joints.
- Install a new bearing cup.
- Start a new bearing cup into the driveshaft yoke.
- Position a new spider in the driveshaft yoke.
- Install the driveshaft into the U-Joint Tool.
- Press the bearing cup below the yoke surface.
NOTE:
Use the yellow snap rings supplied in the universal kit. If difficulty is encountered installing the yellow snap rings, install the black snap rings also supplied in the kit.
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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.