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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.
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2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWD
Torque Specifications
2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWDSECTION Torque Specifications
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.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Description | Nm | lb-ft | lb-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clockspring mounting bracket screws | 8 | - | 71 |
| Gearshift lever screw (column shift vehicles) | 18 | 13 | - |
| Ignition switch screw | 5 | - | 44 |
| Inhibitor cable bracket bolts (floor shift vehicles) | 6 | - | 53 |
| Lower intermediate shaft-to-steering gear bolt | 30 | 22 | - |
| Shift cable bracket bolts (column shift vehicles) | 9 | - | 80 |
| Steering column mounting nuts | 30 | 22 | - |
| Steering column shroud screws | 2 | - | 18 |
| Steering wheel bolt | 40 | 30 | - |
| Shift lever screw | 18 | 13 | - |
| Upper intermediate shaft bearing nuts | 11 | 8 | - |
| Upper intermediate shaft-to-lower intermediate shaft bolt | 48 | 35 | - |
| Upper intermediate shaft-to-steering column bolt | 30 | 22 | - |
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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.