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A plugged fuel filter might cause things like a hard to start (long cranking time) but provide a good idle - but then hesitate when pressing the gas pedal to accelerate.
One of the most reliable ways to check is take it off and try to blow through it. If there's any resistance at all, it's starting to plug up.
This $8 part is probably one of the most neglected... Yet critical to the engine.
See "Related Questions" below for more about changing Taurus / Sable fuel filters.
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where is the solenoid on a 2004 mercury sable
Where is the cabin air filter located in a 2004 Mercury Sable wagon?
Purchase a Purolator Cabin filter, as it comes with complete instructions.
Where is the battery in a 2004 Mercury Sable?
On a 2004 Mercury Sable : The battery is in the drivers side of the engine compartment at the front
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According to the 2004 Mercury Sable Owner Guide : With engine oil filter change : For the 3.0 litre " Vulcan " V6 engine ( 4.5 U.S. quarts of 5W-20 engine oil ) For the 3.0 litre " Duratec " V6 engine ( 6.0 U.S. quarts of 5W-20 engine oil )
Will a 1999 Mercury Sable door fit on a 2004 Mercury Sable?
These model years / designs are very different from each other and the doors are not interchangeable.
What Type of power steering fluid for a 2004 Mercury Sable?
According to the 2004 Mercury Sable Owner Guide : ( Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid is used as the power steering fluid )
Where is the crank sensor on a 2004 Mercury Sable?
lower right front of the engine
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Mounted on top and inside the fuel tank.
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press the reset button and hold for 2 seconds.
