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There are literally dozens and dozens of reasons - especially when we can't narrow the list down without any symptoms to work with.
- Does the starter work and turn the engine over?
- Does the engine sound like it's trying to fire, or just "cold-cranking"?
- Starter doesn't turn the engine, but here are the sounds I hear?
- Age / condition of the battery
What about the current condition of...
- Fuel / air system -
- Age / condition of air filter?
- fuel filter - been changed recently?
- fuel pump can be, or cannot be heard running when turning the key to the RUN position?
- Spark - age / condition of:
- Spark plugs
- Spark plug wires
- Coil
- Miscellaneous factors
- Check engine light (CEL) is on?
- CEL Computer diagnostic trouble codes?
- How has the vehicle been running - any trouble or symptoms prior to the no-start?
- Any dashboard warning lights?
These are just some of the types of things to consider when trying to diagnose/trouble-shoot a no-start condition.
Bear in mind when asking trying to write an effective question: the reader is not there with you. We depend on your ability to squeeze a lot of information into your question - and that is not easy.
See "Related Questions" below for more specific details, and some ideas on what to check.
One thing to check that I ran into with my 98 2 weeks ago: the red and green vacuum hoses going to the EGR valve and the silver fuel pressure regulator on my Duratec/DOHC engine had cracked and broken. The hoses run mostly inside of a plastic cover that you can pull back - look for brittle, cracking, breaking of the hoses.
Does it turn over?
this is a very general question, you need to narrow it down some, such as its turning over but not starting. are your lights coming on, do you have the key, are you turning the key, does it have fluids, etc....
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1996 Mercury Sable wont start?
The most common cause for a 1996 Mercury Sable not starting is a dead battery. The second most common cause for the automobile not to start is a lack of fuel.
Mercury Sable won't start?
There are several reasons why a Mercury Sable may not start. Some of the reasons are no gas, a bad battery, or a bad starter.
How do you fix power steering on 97 Mercury Sable?
It really depends on what is wrong and needs "fixing"...The "Related Questions" below all relate to Taurus/Sable power steering systems, from pumps to draining fluids.Should be a good start...
Why woudn't my Mercury Sable start?
your battery was dead.
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A key is needed to enter, lock, and unlock many Mercury Sable cars. A key is also needed to start the engine.
If I remove the security fuse from a 2000 mercury sable will it stll start?
no it will not
Why Mercury Sable 1999 won't start?
because it doesn't like you. >:o are you sure
2001 mercury sable won't start?
I am sorry to here that, you will need to get it towed to a garage to have it mended.
How do you reset the alarm system for a Mercury Sable when alarm is causing the car not to start?
to reset the alarm system for a Mercury Sable when the alarm is causing the car not to start, place the key in the ignition. Turn the key only about halfway and leave it in this spot for 10 minutes before trying to start the car.
Why would a Mercury Sable lights start flashing and horn start blowing when temp is close to freezing?
Needs a new battery.
The parking lights and dash lights are out on your '99 Mercury Sable where can you get a wiring diagram for this?
Start with the headlamp switch.
What could cause a 2007 Ford Taurus not to start?
the engine
