Resources for the Repair and Maintenance of your Mercury Mariner
Mercury Mariner Models:
Mercury Mariner Problems
Transmission Fluid Leaks from Transmission Oil Cooler
The transmission oil cooler may develop a leak, which will require replacement to repair.
Transmission Oil Leaks from Left Side Half Shaft Area
If the transmission oil leaks out of left side half shaft area, it may be from a worn axle shaft seal. The seal can be damaged by a poor surface finish on the axle shaft. The axle shaft and seal should be replaced to correct the problem.
Knock/Pop Noise from the Steering Column when Turning
Looseness in the steering shaft and steering shaft coupling U-joint can cause a knocking / popping noise from the steering column when turning. The steering shaft and coupling U-joint will need to be replaced.
Knock Noise from Steering When Turning, Going Over Bumps
A defective power steering return line can cause a knocking noise when turning or going over bumps, especially when the engine has reached normal operating temperature. The power steering return line should be replaced.
Whining From Front While Driving – 20-45 mph
A whining from the front while driving may be caused by the front axle shafts. This would be felt between 20 and 45 MPH, and the half shafts can be replaced with revised dampened axles.
Mercury Mariner Recalls (Recent)
Inadequate Head Protection in the Event of a Crash
RepairPal Expert Overview:
Inadequate head protection may be an issue at the left a-pillar (windshield) trim area. In the event of a crash, personal injury to vehicle occupants may occur. Dealers will make modifications to the energy absorbing material located above the headliner in the affected area. This recall is scheduled to begin on May 19, 2006. The Ford recall number is 06C12.
Learn more »Ford Recalls Multiple 2006 Vehicles Due to a Lack of Lubricant on the Wiper Motor Shaft Gear
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Ford recalls 2006 E150, E250, E350 Escape, Expedition, F150, Ranger, Taurus, Lincoln Navigator, Mercury Mariner, and Mercury Mountaineer due to a possible lack of lubricant on the wiper motor output shaft gear. Eventually, loss of wiper function will result. Dealers will grease the wiper motor gears as necessary.
Learn more »Mercury Mariner Questions and Answers
there is oil leaking and when i got the oil changed, they said it was because of the oil pan gasket. i called to get prices and was told my car does not have an oil pan gasket, is this true and wh...
I got some polish in a windshield washer nozzle and now it does not spray properly. I have worked a safety pin around the hole to clean it out with only partial success. How do I remove the nozzle ...
My rear window washer has stopped working. I can hear the pump working so I think the line and/or nozzle are plugged. How do I access the nozzle? I can't see any place to get at it from the back...
There doesn't appear to be acess from under the hood.
abs and 4-wheel drive lights are on. how much are these repairs usally.
Mercury Mariner Stories
I loved this car when I first got it but every time I turn around something goes wrong with this car.. I would never buy another mercury again I am going back to buying only Chevy from now on..
This car has been a maintenance nightmare. At 70,065 miles, the engine went, due to lack of lubrication making it to the top end. The cam shafts came loose, flopped around, and tore up the block so bad I could not get a core on it when I got a new engine installed. 6 days out of the 6 year / 100,000 mile warranty. Brakes went early, half shaft went at 40k, it's noisy and neither my fiance nor I feel like this car is well built. In the last three years, I have put 100,000 miles more (now at 175,000) on my 06 4runner, and have replaced only a turn signal, and I tow a 5000 lb trailer 30% of the time. Never again will I own a Ford product.
The back hatch piece that covers the lifting lever just cracked off for no good reason. A friend at work saw this, and he stated the same happened to his mother-in-laws. I'm also having an interior moisture problem where the driver and passenger front windows rattle, which allows water to leak inside. The car has 79,000 miles. I wish I didn't have the above two issues because I like the ride and size.
I have had this car for over 6 years. The only problems that we have had were a rear tail light went out and the battery was replaced after 4 years. Built well and very reliable. I remember reading the consumer report on this car and they had to dig and stab low to find a problem with this vehicle. I recall that they hated the "Faux wood trim" around the radio and A/C controls. The other excuse was just as lame. Americans do build a great product and it’s sad to see Mercury fade away.
This was my first new car out of college so I don't have anything else decent to compare it to.
Bought used at 15,000 miles. At 40,000 I had to replace the power steering pump which at the ford dealer was close to $1,000. Was told that there was a potential for the rack to be damaged which would have added another $1,000. Lucky for me that wasn't the case.
Other than that no real big problems. Drives OK.
Works well in Wisconsin even with 2 wheel drive (as long as the tires are decent).
I guess I don't drive it all that much. We bought a cheap Sante Fe and use that for all of our long trips and daily commute to work.