Dana Spicer 5-3253X Universal Joint - Rear Driveshaft at Rear Axle or Rear Driveshaft at Transmission

Dana Spicer 5-3253X Universal Joint

The Dana Spicer 5-3253X is a greaseable OSR-style universal joint built for rear driveshaft service on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications. It uses steel construction, round bearing caps, and external snap rings to support driveline repair where OE-style dimensions matter.

Part of the Dana Spicer FSGR line, this universal joint reflects Spicer engineering and manufacturing standards for driveline components. The 5-3253X is specified for vehicles using the 1330 Special OEM series and is a direct-fit service part for the listed rear driveshaft positions.

• Brand: Dana Spicer FSGR
• Part number: 5-3253X
• OSR style universal joint
• Greaseable design with one straight lube fitting in the cross
• Steel construction for driveline service
• Round bearing caps, 1.066 in. / 27.1 mm diameter
• External snap ring included
• OEM series: 1330 Special
• OEM manufacturer reference: Visteon

Fitment Details

• Fits 2006 Ford Crown Victoria, rear driveshaft at rear axle; 1 piece driveshaft; greaseable; to 06/16/2006; FSGR.
• Fits 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis, rear driveshaft at transmission; 1 piece driveshaft; greaseable; to 06/16/2006; FSGR.
• Fits 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis, rear driveshaft at rear axle; 1 piece driveshaft; greaseable; to 06/16/2006; FSGR.
• Fits 2003-2005 Ford Crown Victoria, rear driveshaft at transmission; 1 piece driveshaft; except aluminum drive shaft; greaseable; FSGR.
• Fits 2003-2005 Ford Crown Victoria, rear driveshaft at rear axle; 1 piece driveshaft; except aluminum drive shaft; greaseable; FSGR.
• Fits 2005 Lincoln Town Car, rear driveshaft at transmission; 1 piece driveshaft; greaseable; to 03/18/2005; FSGR.
• Fits 2005 Lincoln Town Car, rear driveshaft at rear axle; 1 piece driveshaft; greaseable; to 03/18/2005; FSGR.
• Fits 2003-2004 Lincoln Town Car, rear driveshaft at transmission; 1 piece rear drive shaft; greaseable; FSGR.
• Fits 2003-2004 Lincoln Town Car, rear driveshaft at rear axle; 1 piece rear drive shaft; greaseable; FSGR.

Common Repair Uses

• Restores driveline smoothness when a worn universal joint causes vibration.
• Addresses clunking or driveline noise during acceleration or deceleration.
• Helps correct looseness in the rear driveshaft assembly.
• Supports service on greaseable OE-style driveline setups.
• Replaces a worn joint in Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car, or Mercury Grand Marquis rear driveshaft applications.

Installation Notes

Verify bearing cap diameter, overall length, snap ring style, and OEM series before installation. This Dana Spicer 5-3253X uses external snap rings and round 1.066-inch bearing caps, so the driveshaft yoke and retaining groove must match the listed dimensions. Confirm whether the vehicle uses the transmission-side or rear-axle-side position shown in the fitment list, especially on 2003-2006 Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car, and Mercury Grand Marquis applications.

Grease the joint through the straight lube fitting in the cross after installation and during routine driveline service. This part cross-references SKF UJ345 for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Dana Spicer states that its design, engineering, testing, and manufacturing processes work together to deliver OE-level driveline performance. The 5-3253X is built to Spicer specifications for the listed applications and dimensions.