How to check the balljoints on Mercury Grand Marquis?

To check the balljoints, ensure front wheel bearings are adjusted correctly on 1988-1991 models. Clean grease fitting and checking surface, check if it projects outside the cover. Raise vehicle, support with floor jacks under lower control arms, check for axial movement using prybar under tire; replace if exceeds 3/64-inch. Check for radial play by moving tire toward and away from vehicle by hand; replace if exceeds 1/64-inch. Replacement procedures vary by model and year. For 1997-2002 models, lower balljoints are replaceable with special press tool. For upper balljoints, on 1988-1991 models, replace upper control arm if damaged or worn. On 1992-2002 models, raise vehicle, remove wheel, use floor jack under lower control arm to support spring load, remove pinch bolt and nut from upper balljoint stud, mark adjustment cam positions, remove nuts attaching upper balljoint to upper control arm, and remove upper balljoint assembly. Installation process is reverse of removal with proper alignment and torque tightening. For 2003 and later models, replace upper control arm.

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Mercury Grand Marquis Joint Assembly - Ball
Part Number: 6W1Z-3050-A
$42.09 MSRP: $83.64
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Joint Assy - Ball; Lower Ball Joint
- Manufacturer Note: Kit with ball-joint, retaining ring and sketch
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI | 4AT 4R70W, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Mercury Grand Marquis Joint Assembly - Ball
Part Number: F7AZ-3V049-AA
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Product Specifications
- Manufacturer Note: Upper Ball Joint - LH & RH
- Position: Driver Side & Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | 8 Cyl 4.6L | 4AT, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT AODE
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Mercury Grand Marquis Kit - Steering Gear
Part Number: F8AZ-3050-AA
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- Other Name: Joint Assy - Ball
- Replaced by: F8AZ-3050-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | 8 Cyl 4.6L | 4AT, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT AODE
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Mercury Grand Marquis Joint Assembly - Ball
Part Number: 3W1Z-3050-A
$63.58 MSRP: $105.09
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Joint Assy - Ball
- Manufacturer Note: Kit with ball-joint, retaining ring and sketch
- Replaced by: 3W1Z-3050-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | 8 Cyl 4.6L | 4AT 4R70W
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Mercury Grand Marquis Kit - Steering Gear Tie Rod Repair
Part Number: F4ZZ-3V050-A
Product Specifications
- Replaced by: 2U2Z-3V050-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | 8 Cyl 4.6L | 4AT, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT AODE
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Mercury Grand Marquis Joint Assembly - Ball
Part Number: F7AZ-3049-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Joint Assy - Ball; Upper Ball Joint
- Manufacturer Note: RH & LH
- Position: Passenger Side & Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | 8 Cyl 4.6L | 4AT, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT AODE
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Mercury Grand Marquis Kit - Steering Gear Tie Rod Repair
Part Number: E69Z-3V079-B
Product Specifications
- Manufacturer Note: Lower ball joint only
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1994 Mercury Grand Marquis | 8 Cyl 4.6L | 4AT, 4AT AOD, 4AT AODE
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Mercury Grand Marquis Joint Assembly - Ball
Part Number: F1VY-3049-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Joint Assy - Ball; Upper Ball Joint
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1994 Mercury Grand Marquis | 8 Cyl 4.6L | 4AT, 4AT AOD, 4AT AODE
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Mercury Grand Marquis Joint Assembly - Ball
Part Number: F1VY-3049-B
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Joint Assy - Ball; Upper Ball Joint
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1994 Mercury Grand Marquis | 8 Cyl 4.6L | 4AT, 4AT AOD, 4AT AODE
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Mercury Grand Marquis Joint Assembly - Ball
Part Number: F1VY-3V049-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Joint Assy - Ball
- Manufacturer Note: Upper Ball Joint - LH & RH
- Position: Driver Side & Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1994 Mercury Grand Marquis | 8 Cyl 4.6L | 4AT, 4AT AOD, 4AT AODE
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Mercury Grand Marquis Kit - Steering Gear
Part Number: F2ZZ-3050-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Kit - Steering Gear Tie Rod Repair
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1994 Mercury Grand Marquis | 8 Cyl 4.6L | 4AT, 4AT AOD, 4AT AODE

Mercury Grand Marquis Ball Joint Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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6W1Z-3050-A
Q: How to check the balljoints on Mercury Grand Marquis?
A: To check the balljoints, ensure front wheel bearings are adjusted correctly on 1988-1991 models. Clean grease fitting and checking surface, check if it projects outside the cover. Raise vehicle, support with floor jacks under lower Control Arms, check for axial movement using prybar under tire; replace if exceeds 3/64-inch. Check for radial play by moving tire toward and away from vehicle by hand; replace if exceeds 1/64-inch. Replacement procedures vary by model and year. For 1997-2002 models, lower balljoints are replaceable with special press tool. For upper balljoints, on 1988-1991 models, replace upper control arm if damaged or worn. On 1992-2002 models, raise vehicle, remove wheel, use floor jack under lower control arm to support spring load, remove pinch bolt and nut from upper balljoint stud, mark adjustment cam positions, remove nuts attaching upper balljoint to upper control arm, and remove upper balljoint assembly. Installation process is reverse of removal with proper alignment and torque tightening. For 2003 and later models, replace upper control arm.