MERCURY Montego Steering rack repair/replacement Cost
2004–2007 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$545–$998
Parts + labour
Labour hours
3–8h
At a typical garage
The steering rack converts the rotational input from the steering wheel into lateral movement of the wheels. Leaks, excessive play or knocking sounds indicate rack wear. MERCURY Montego steering rack replacement costs $545–$998 and always requires a wheel alignment afterwards.
What affects the price
- Remanufactured vs new OEM rack
- Hydraulic vs electric power steering (electric is usually simpler to replace)
- Wheel alignment cost (always required after rack replacement)
Common questions
How long does this repair take?
Steering rack repair/replacement on a MERCURY Montego typically takes 3–8 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a MERCURY Montego, this is typically needed steering racks are replaced on failure; typical lifespan is 100,000–150,000 miles.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the MERCURY Montego
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$421–$771
- ABS sensor replacement$173–$318
- ABS system bleeding$139–$254
- AC compressor clutch replacement$347–$635
- AC compressor replacement$371–$681
Steering rack repair/replacement cost on similar cars
- VOLKSWAGEN Passat$495–$908
- OPEL Insignia$495–$908
- AUDI A4 Avant$495–$908
- FORD Mondeo Hatchback$495–$908
- RENAULT Laguna$495–$908
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