Check the fuse.
the motor for your power windows is shot, or your wiring is gone
According to the 1998 Mercury Sable Owner Guide : ( Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid is used as the power steering fluid )
Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid is used as the power steering fluid ( according to the 1998 Mercury Sable Owner Guide )
Power windows normally use a breaker, not a fuse.
Check for a broken wire in the hinge area. That's where wires flex and usually break, causing intermittents.
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On a 1998 Mercury Sable : The fuse box is under the drivers side of the dash , to the left of the brake pedal ( it has a cover on it ) Also , the Power Distribution Box ( which is " live " ) is located in the front of the engine compartment , near the battery
If the power windows on your 1998 VW Cabrio are not working, first check the fuse related to the window system, as a blown fuse can cause them to stop functioning. Additionally, inspect the window switches to ensure they're not faulty and test the wiring for any damage or corrosion. If these components are in good condition, the issue may lie within the window motor or regulator, which may need to be replaced.
You will have to take it apart to determine why it's not working then you can fix it.
You have to diagnose the system to determine the cause. Check the fuses, the bulbs, the flasher relay then the switch.
According to the 1998 Mercury Sable Owner Guide : ( 16.0 U.S. gallons )
In a 1998 Mercury Sable : The transaxle is the transmission on your front wheel drive Mercury Sable it is located in the engine compartment , on the drivers side , bolted to the engine