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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2010MARINER HYBRID, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1235 (MANUAL TRANSAXLE)DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF SUBASSEMBLIESINPUT SHAFTDISASSEMBLY
2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWD
Input Shaft: Disassembly
2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWDSECTION Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Milan and 2010 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Measure the input shaft clearances.
- Measure the clearance between the 3rd and 2nd gears. Third gear thrust clearance is 0.05-0.20 mm (0.001-0.007 in).
- Measure the clearance between 4th gear and the bearing cone. Fourth gear endplay is 0.17-0.37 mm (0.006-0.014 in).
- Using the Bearing Puller and a suitable press, press off the bearing.
- Discard the bearing.
- Always install new bearings and cups as a set.
NOTE: When pressing off components, hold the shaft so it does not fall.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.