Since these are considered to be a single assembly, the starter is going to have to some out for bench testing.
This is where the small local auto parts store has an advantage over the national parts store chain - the local "guy" likely knows a starter motor specialist / shop that might be able to do a repair instead of having to purchase a whole new starter.
Check around.
By the way, getting at a Taurus/Sable starter and pulling it isn't too bad of a job - see "Related Questions" below
where is the solenoid on a 2004 mercury sable
There are many solenoids on a Taurus/Sable.But, the most popular of all is the starter solenoid.See "Related Questions" below for more about that one...
Yes but - you're going to have to find a place to buy the solenoid from.Check your "local" auto parts store - not likely the national/big chains - either for the solenoid separately, or a referral to a starter specialty repair shop.See "Related Questions" below for more about getting the starter out.
There are many solenoids on a typical vehicle.One of the most common usages is the *starter* solenoid - which is part of the starter assembly.See "Related Questions" below for more
Ford and Mercury's fusible links are usually connected to the battery side of the starter solenoid.
Look on inner fender--Follow + battery cable should connect to solenoid
Where is the starter located on a 1997 mercury sable ,and if any display a photo of the part.
The 2000 Mercury Sable starter can be found on the right hand side of the engine. The starter will be near the back of the engine.
No 2011 Mercury Sable model , but there is a 2011 Ford Taurus
The 2000 Mercury Sable starter will have three retaining bolts. There will be two cable retaining nuts on the front of the starter.
99% sure the Taurus radiator will be a perfect match to the Sable's.
I had to do this too, you take it to Autozone an they'll test it for you because I had to replace the same on mine. So hope that helps