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Maval 95348M Rack and Pinion Assembly
Remanufactured Rack and Pinion for Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable
Maval 95348M is a remanufactured rack and pinion assembly for 2004 Ford Taurus and 2004 Mercury Sable applications. It is built with an aluminum casting, includes inner tie rods, and uses Teflon hose ports with M16 x 1.5 pressure and return threads for a direct steering-system replacement.
Key Features
- Remanufactured rack and pinion assembly from Maval
- Fits 2004 Ford Taurus and 2004 Mercury Sable
- Inner tie rods included
- Aluminum casting material
- 2.81 total turns lock to lock
- Rack length: 48.5 in. (1231.9 mm)
- Input shaft diameter: 0.73 in. (18.62 mm)
- Pressure port thread size: M16 x 1.5
- Return port thread size: M16 x 1.5
- Distance between mounting holes: 11.5 in. (292.1 mm)
Product Details
The Maval Remanufactured Rack and Pinion line focuses on steering gear replacement parts built to match the original vehicle layout and connection points. Part number 95348M is a fitment-based replacement for the 2004 Ford Taurus and 2004 Mercury Sable, with the same-size pressure and return ports called out for these applications. This part cross-references 6F1Z-3504-ARM and 22-276 for the same application. For 2004 Ford Taurus and 2004 Mercury Sable steering repair, Maval 95348M provides the rack housing, port configuration, and included inner tie rods needed for a direct-service replacement.
What It Helps Fix
- Excessive steering play or looseness
- Fluid leakage at the rack or pinion area
- Hard steering or inconsistent steering response
- Worn inner tie rod connection points
- Steering gear wear on 2004 Ford Taurus and 2004 Mercury Sable models
Installation Notes and Tips
Fits 2004 Ford Taurus, N/A. Fits 2004 Mercury Sable, N/A. The pressure and return ports are the same size on these applications, so the pressure line must be installed in the top port. If the lines are crossed, the upper pinion seal can fail from excessive pressure. Refer to warning label 640100 during installation. Verify port orientation, mounting-hole spacing, and steering shaft dimensions before final assembly.
Quality Assurance
Maval remanufactured steering components are rebuilt for replacement use in vehicle-specific applications. Part number 95348M is specified for the listed Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable fitments and is built around the measured rack, shaft, and port dimensions shown above.
| Brand | Maval |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 95348M |
| Position | Remanufactured Rack and Pinion |
| Total Turns Lock To Lock | 2.81 |
| Inner Tie Rods Included | Yes |
| Casting Material | Aluminum |
| Distance Between Mounting Holes | 11.5 |
| Distance Between Mounting Holes | 292.1 |
| Hose Port Type | Teflon |
| Input Shaft Diameter | 0.73 |
| Input Shaft Diameter | 18.62 |
| Input Shaft Length | 1.56 |
| Input Shaft Length | 39.67 |
| Number of Mounting Holes | 2 |
| Pressure Port Thread Size | M16 x 1.5 |
| Rack Length | 1231.9 |
| Rack Length | 48.5 |
| Return Port Thread Size | M16 x 1.5 |
| Thread Length | 2.63 |
| Thread Length | 66.68 |
This part fits 2 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | The pressure and return ports are the same size. If lines are crossed, the upper pinion seal will "blow" due to high pressure system. Install pressure line in Top port. Refer to warning label 640100.; Remanufactured Rack and Pinion |
| 2004 | Mercury | Sable | N/A | The pressure and return ports are the same size. If lines are crossed, the upper pinion seal will "blow" due to high pressure system. Install pressure line in Top port. Refer to warning label 640100.; Remanufactured Rack and Pinion |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.