1996 Mercury Sable fuel pump

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automatic transaxle and has an
interlock that prevents you from
shifting out of P (Park) unless your
foot is on the brake pedal.
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If the engine does not start after two attempts:
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1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
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2. Press the accelerator all the way to the floor
and hold it.
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3. Turn the ignition key to the START position.
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4. Release the ignition key when the engine
starts.
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5. Release the accelerator gradually as the
engine speeds up. Then drive away in the
normal manner.
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If the engine still does not start, the fuel pump
shut-off switch may have been triggered. For
directions on how to reset the switch seeFuel
Pump Shut-Off Switchlater in this chapter.
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A computer system controls the engine's idle
speed. When you start your vehicle, the engine's
idle speed normally runs high. These faster
engine speeds will make your vehicle move
slightly faster than its normal idle speed. It
should, however, slow down after a short time.
If it does not, have the idle speed checked.
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For best results, plug the heater in at least three
hours before you start your vehicle. Using the
heater for longer than three hours will not
damage the engine, so you can plug it in at
night to start your vehicle the following
morning.
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RWARNING
Do not use your heater with
ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged (cheater) adapters. You
can be injured by an electrical shock
if you use an ungrounded
connection.
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If the Engine Cranks but Does
Not Start or Does Not Start After
a Collision
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Fuel Pump Shut-off Switch
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If the engine cranks but does not start or does
not start after a collision, the fuel pump shut-off
switch may have been triggered. The shut-off
switch is a device intended to stop the fuel
pump when your vehicle has been involved in a
substantial jolt.
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Once the shut-off switch is triggered, you must
reset the switch by hand before you can start
your vehicle. If you have asedan, the switch is
on the right side of the trunk behind the trunk
liner. If you have awagon, it is behind the
service panel on the right side of the cargo area.
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RWARNING
If you see or smell fuel, do not reset
the switch or try to start your vehicle.
You could injure yourself or others.
Have all the passengers get out of
the vehicle and call the local fire
department or a towing service.
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If your engine cranks but does not start after a
collision or substantial jolt:
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1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
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2. Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel.
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3. If you do not see or smell fuel, push the red
reset button on the fuel pump shut-off
switch down.
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4. Turn the ignition key to the ON position for
a few seconds, then turn it to the OFF
position.
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5. Check under the vehicle again for leaking
fuel.If you see or smell fuel, do not start
your vehicle again.If you do not see or
smell fuel, you can try to start your vehicle
again.
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6. Check all vehicle warning lights before
driving the vehicle.
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Pushing
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Vehicles with automatic transaxles cannot be
started by pushing. Follow the directions under
If Your Vehicle Needs a Jump-Startin theRoadside
EmergenciesChapter.
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If the Engine Cranks But Does
Not Start or Does Not Start After
a Collision
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The Fuel Pump Shut-off Switch
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If the engine cranks but does not start or if you
have had a collision, the fuel pump shut-off
switch may have been triggered. The shut-off
switch is a device that stops the fuel pump
when your vehicle has been involved in a
substantial jolt.
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For information on how to check and reset the
fuel pump shut-off switch, seeFuel pump shut-off
switchin the Index.
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Towing Your Vehicle
[RE16500(ALL)08/95]
If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact
a professional towing service or, if you are a
member, your roadside assistance center. Your
Sable should be towed from the front unless
conditions do not allow it. It is recommended
that your vehicle be towed with wheel lift or
flatbed equipment.
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Cleaning the Engine
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A clean engine is more efficient because the
engine is able to cool properly. A build up of
grease and dirt acts as an insulator, keeping the
engine warmer than normal.
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Extreme care must be used if a power washer
is used to clean the engine. The high pressure
fluid could penetrate sealed parts and
assemblies causing damage or malfunctions.
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In order to avoid possible cracking of the
engine block or fuel injection pump, do not
spray a hot engine or injection pump with
cold water.
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The alternator, distributor and air intake must
be covered. Covering these components will
help prevent water damage.
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Never wash or rinse the engine while it is
running. Water getting into the engine may
cause internal damage.
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Filling the Fuel Tank
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1. Turn the engine off. After opening the fuel
door, remove the cap carefully and slowly
by turning it counterclockwise 1/4 turn until
it stops. Pull to remove the cap. A tether
attaches the cap to the fuel filler pipe.
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RWARNING
The fuel system may be under
pressure. If the fuel cap is venting
vapor or if you hear a hissing sound,
wait until it stops before completely
removing the cap. Otherwise, fuel
may spray out and injure you or
others.
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2. Make sure that you pump unleaded fuel and
put the nozzle all the way inside the fuel
filler pipe.
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NOTE: To help reduce early nozzle shutoffs
and fuel spillage, park your vehicle so
that the fuel filler door is not
downhill. Do not tilt or turn the nozzle
upside down when filling. Avoid
excessively fast fuel dispensing rates
(over 10 gallons [38 liters] per minute).
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3. If you spill any fuel on the body of your
vehicle, clean it off immediately. The fuel
may dull or soften the paint if you do not
wash it off.
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4. To replace the fuel cap, align the tabs on the
cap with the notches on the filler pipe. Turn
it clockwise until it stops.
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5. Push the fuel door closed.
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If the Service Engine Soon warning light comes
on and stays on when you start the engine, the
fuel cap may not be properly seated. Turn off
the engine, remove the fuel cap and replace it,
being careful to align the cap properly. For more
information, seeWarning lightsin the Index.
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RWARNING
If you lose the fuel cap, replace it
with one that is an authorized
Motorcraft service part or an
equivalent part. If you do not use the
proper fuel cap, the pressure in the
fuel tank can damage the fuel system
or cause it to work improperly in a
collision, endangering you and your
passengers.
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NOTE: If you replace your fuel cap with an
aftermarket fuel filler cap, the customer
warranty may be void for any damage
to the fuel tank and/or fuel system.
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Choosing the Right Fuel
[SV07601(ALL)12/95]
Use only UNLEADED FUEL. Using leaded fuel
is prohibited by federal law. Any vehicle
damage may not be covered by your warranty.
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Octane Recommendations
[SV08800(ALL)04/95]
Your vehicle is designed to use regular fuel
with an octane rating of 87.In most cases it is
not necessary to use a fuel with an octane rating
higher than 87. At service stations, the octane
rating is displayed in a label on the pumps.
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Running Out of Fuel
[SV11500(ALL)05/91]
If your vehicle runs out of fuel, try to stop on
level ground away from traffic. Add at least one
gallon (four liters) of fuel to start your vehicle
again. If your vehicle is not on level ground,
you may need as much as five gallons (20 liters)
of fuel to start it.
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You may need to crank the engine several times
before the fuel system starts to pump fuel from
the tank to the engine.
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If the engine does not start, check the fuel pump
shut-off switch and reset as required. SeeFuel
pump shut-off switchin the Index.
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RWARNING
Never pour fuel in the throttle body
or attempt to start the engine with
the air cleaner removed. Doing so
could result in fire and personal
injury.
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Calculating the Fuel Economy
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Fuel economy is an estimate. It tells you
approximately the distance you can drive for
each gallon (liter) of fuel that your vehicle uses.
Do not calculate the fuel economy during your
vehicle's break-in period. This would not be an
accurate estimate of how much fuel your vehicle
will normally use.
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To calculate fuel economy:
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1. Make sure the fuel tank is full when you
record the first odometer reading.
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