How to replace a tie-rod end on a Mercury Cougar?

Loosen the wheel lug nuts. Block the rear wheels and set the parking brake. Raise the front of the vehicle and support it securely on jack stands. Remove the front wheel. Hold the tie-rod end with a wrench and loosen the jam nut enough to mark the position of the tie-rod end in relation to the threads. Remove the cotter pin and loosen the nut on the tie-rod end stud. Disconnect the tie-rod from the spindle arm with a puller. Notice the nut has been loosened, but not removed - this will prevent the components from separating violently. Remove the nut and separate the tie-rod. Unscrew the tie-rod end from the tie-rod. Thread the tie-rod end onto the marked position and insert the tie-rod stud into the spindle arm. Tighten the jam nut securely. Install a new nut on the stud and tighten it to the torque. Install a new cotter pin. Install the wheel and lug nuts. Lower the vehicle and tighten the lug nuts to the torque. Have the alignment checked by a dealer service department or an alignment shop.

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Mercury Cougar End - Spindle Rod Connecting
Part Number: F4SZ-3A130-A
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- Other Name: Outer Tie Rod
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1989-1997 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT AOD, 4AT AODE, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar End - Spindle Rod Connecting
Part Number: F7RZ-3A130-BB
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- Other Name: Outer Tie Rod
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.0L, 6 Cyl 2.5L | 4AT CD4E, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar End - Spindle Rod Connecting
Part Number: F7RZ-3A130-AA
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- Other Name: Outer Tie Rod
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.0L, 6 Cyl 2.5L | 4AT CD4E, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar End - Spindle Rod Connecting
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- Manufacturer Note: LH Outer
- Position: Driver Side Outer
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.0L, 6 Cyl 2.5L | 4AT CD4E, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar End - Spindle Rod Connecting
Part Number: F7RZ-3V130-BB
Product Specifications
- Position: Passenger Side Outer
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.0L, 6 Cyl 2.5L | 4AT CD4E, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar End - Spindle Rod Connecting
Part Number: F4SZ-3V130-A
Product Specifications
- Manufacturer Note: Outer
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1990-1997 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT AOD, 4AT AODE, 5MT

Mercury Cougar Tie Rod End

This component is commonly known as the Tie Rod End in Mercury Cougar vehicles; it connects the steering rack to the steering knuckles. This link helps in achieving the aim of stability of the car as well as assistance in proper steering. Assembly usually contains an inner tie rod end and an outer tie rod end that helps the car to produce accurate steering response. Depending on the years of manufacture, several types of Tie Rod Ends may have had been installed in Cougar models though makers' specific types are not provided. The primary function remains consistent: Most of the adaptations are made to provide better control, both in steering and stability. When it comes to functioning of Tie Rod End, there is nothing more important than knowing it thoroughly to maintain the functionality of Mercury Cougar vehicles safely.

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Mercury Cougar Tie Rod End Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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F4SZ-3A130-A
Q: How to replace a tie-rod end on a Mercury Cougar?
A: Loosen the wheel lug nuts. Block the rear wheels and set the parking brake. Raise the front of the vehicle and support it securely on jack stands. Remove the front wheel. Hold the tie-rod end with a wrench and loosen the jam nut enough to mark the position of the tie-rod end in relation to the threads. Remove the cotter pin and loosen the nut on the tie-rod end stud. Disconnect the tie-rod from the spindle arm with a puller. Notice the nut has been loosened, but not removed - this will prevent the components from separating violently. Remove the nut and separate the tie-rod. Unscrew the tie-rod end from the tie-rod. Thread the tie-rod end onto the marked position and insert the tie-rod stud into the spindle arm. Tighten the jam nut securely. Install a new nut on the stud and tighten it to the torque. Install a new cotter pin. Install the wheel and lug nuts. Lower the vehicle and tighten the lug nuts to the torque. Have the alignment checked by a dealer service department or an alignment shop.