Mercury Mountaineer Ball Joint Replacement (Rear) at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(227)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(227)

Ball Joint Replacement (Rear) Service

How much does a Ball Joint Replacement (Rear) cost?

On average, the cost for a Mercury Mountaineer Ball Joint Replacement (Rear) is $168 with $73 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2003 Mercury MountaineerV8-4.6LService typeBall Joint Rear - Upper Left ReplacementEstimate$260.15Shop/Dealer Price$306.44 - $422.81
2002 Mercury MountaineerV6-4.0LService typeBall Joint Rear - Lower Left ReplacementEstimate$359.84Shop/Dealer Price$425.09 - $580.26
1998 Mercury MountaineerV8-5.0LService typeBall Joint Rear - Upper Right ReplacementEstimate$258.23Shop/Dealer Price$309.06 - $439.00
2003 Mercury MountaineerV6-4.0LService typeBall Joint Rear - Upper Right ReplacementEstimate$240.15Shop/Dealer Price$286.44 - $402.80
2005 Mercury MountaineerV8-4.6LService typeBall Joint Rear - Upper Left ReplacementEstimate$240.15Shop/Dealer Price$286.47 - $402.87
2002 Mercury MountaineerV8-4.6LService typeBall Joint Rear - Lower Left ReplacementEstimate$334.22Shop/Dealer Price$393.06 - $529.02
1998 Mercury MountaineerV6-4.0LService typeBall Joint Rear - Upper Right ReplacementEstimate$263.23Shop/Dealer Price$313.92 - $443.76
2001 Mercury MountaineerV6-4.0LService typeBall Joint Rear - Lower Left ReplacementEstimate$383.22Shop/Dealer Price$446.59 - $585.94
Show example Mercury Mountaineer Ball Joint Replacement (Rear) prices

What is the Ball Joint Rear all about?

Rear ball joints are a key part of your vehicle’s suspension system. The ball joints connect the control arm assembly (part of the chassis) to the steering knuckles (part of the wheels). The ball joints serve two purposes: they allow the wheels to steer and they allow the suspension to move freely. The rear ball joint acts nearly identically to the ball joints found in your shoulders and knees; they allow two separate components to operate both independently and together.

Keep in mind:

  • It’s a good idea to replace all of the ball joints at once.
  • In some cars the control arm blocks the ball joint and will need to be replaced as well.
  • After having your ball joints replaced, you should take your vehicle to a mechanic to have the wheels aligned. Mobile mechanics do not have the equipment needed to perform wheel alignments.

How it's done:

  • Remove the wheels.
  • Remove the control arm(s).
  • Remove and replace ball joints;
  • Check the entire suspension system for any problems.

Our recommendation:

Whenever your vehicle is being serviced or having routine maintenance, you should ask for the suspension to be inspected. During a major service, make sure that your ball joints are lubricated, as this will increase their lifespan. If you notice anything wrong with your wheels or suspension, schedule an inspection.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Ball Joint Rear?

  • Steering wheel is shaky.
  • Car drifts to one side or the other.
  • Rear tires make loud noises and have abnormal wear.
  • Suspension makes odd noises.

How important is this service?

The rear ball joints connect the control arm assembly to the steering knuckles, and help the suspension and wheels work smoothly. The rear ball joints help your wheels steer, so as the ball joints are damaged, your car may begin to have steering problems. The rear ball joints also allow the suspension to move, which protects both the suspension and the chassis. Damaged rear ball joints result in a vehicle that is dangerous to drive, and upon driving, can cause further damage to other parts of your car.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Mercury mechanics

Real customer reviews from Mercury owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(227)

Rating Summary
215
6
1
1
4
215
6
1
1
4

Junard

11 years of experience
161 reviews
Junard
11 years of experience
Mercury Mountaineer V6-4.0L - Alternator Repair - Norristown, Pennsylvania
Very professional and courteous

Zachery

8 years of experience
14 reviews
Zachery
8 years of experience
Mercury Mountaineer V6-4.0L - Brake Pads Replacement (Front) - Columbus, Ohio
Outstanding

Michael

38 years of experience
135 reviews
Michael
38 years of experience
Mercury Mountaineer V6-4.0L - ABS Light is on - Cypress, California
Michael does outstanding work and is very thorough. I have had him do various jobs on different cars and on on a scale of 1 to 10 I would definitely give him a 10 and would trust him with any mechanical job!

Jamahl

20 years of experience
830 reviews
Jamahl
20 years of experience
Mercury Mountaineer V8-4.6L - Car idle is rough - Deltona, Florida
Got right in there and figured out the issue. Car is now running as it should. Great job!

Excellent Rating

(227)

Rating Summary
215
6
1
1
4
215
6
1
1
4
Number of Mercury Mountaineer services completed
2497+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Mercury MECHANICS
600+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

How to Repossess a Car
If If you have sold a car but the buyer has breached the terms of the contract, then you are allowed to repossess the vehicle. Repossessing your car means that you reclaim it as your own due to the failed...
How Cars Get Safety Tested (How IIHS Safety Works)
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) provides car safety ratings on front crash, side crash, head restraints, and roof strength.
How to Replace a Windshield Wiper Switch
Car windshield wiper switches keep windshield wiper blades working effectively to keep car windshields clear.

What does the USB error mean?

When you are attempting to play music from a USB device and you receive the USB Error message, then the USB adapter unit is not functioning properly, and may need to be repaired. Tip When you receive this message, the...

Transmission won't shift gears

Hi there, thanks for writing in. There are multiple causes of an automatic transmission that won't shift properly. Failed shift solenoids can cause this condition, but unless the problem was properly diagnosed, it's possible that it was a guess. It...

What does the PCV valve and hose look like and where are they located?

Hi there. The PCV valve for this particular model is built into the hose assembly. The hose is a larger hose that connects to the intake plenum and runs to the rear valve cover, you can't miss it as it's...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com