Finding the full text of Ford technical service bulletins (TSB) for free is not easy. Searching on a specific TSB by number makes it a little easier, but I've not found a reliable source.
On the other hand, TSBs appear to be a part of the for-pay services from companies like AllData, Chiltons, and others.
For the Taurus/Sable lines, I find the TaurusCarClub.com to be invaluable for information - sometimes including a thread of discussion to have a TSB included. Nothing formal, just as a subject might cover, and someone happens to have a relevant TSB.
There are some links and sources cited in the "Related Questions" below regarding recalls, repair manuals and wiring diagrams.
All Taurus & Sables are front wheel drive.
The Owners Manual cites green (conventional) and yellow (long-life) for Taurus / Sables
The 1996 Taurus/Sables came equipped with v6 engines, so there are 6 cylinders total.
See "Related Questions" below for a couple questions specific to first-generation Taurus/Sables
The 1996-1998, and much of the 1999 model Taurus & Sables are virtual twins of each other - making the parts highly interchangeable.
yes Not the 1996-1999 models. I asked that very question and found out the back-ends of the Taurus / Sables are very different.
Check out the "Related Question" below for lots of information about malfunctioning flashers on Taurus - Sables. It's not as bad as you might think...
The anti-lock brake system was a popular equipment optionon Taurus - Sables. So yes, it is very possible, but not guaranteed, to have ABS.
Yes. The 2000-2003 Sable uses a PCM PATS System. Only dealer or locksmith can program these keys into the vehicle. If you have 2 working keys, you can program more by yourself. See "Related Questions" below. Although written to the Windstar, the procedure is the same for the Taurus/Sables
The wheel bearings in the 1996 and newer Taurus / Sables cannot be greased.See "Related Questions" below for information / procedures for replacing wheel bearings.
Depends on the model year. See "Related Questions" below for more about the first few generations of Taurus/Sables
AnswerFor fluid recommendation, refer to the Owners ManualAND the Ford Technical Service Bulletin - TSB linked below. For all model years Taurus / Sable, the TSB basically states that Mercon V is now the specified transmission fluid.See "Related Questions" below for a discussion on transmission fluids, including a Ford technical service bulletin on the topic.