You must remove the fuel tank in order to replace the fuel pump.
On a 2002 Mercury Sable : The fuel pump shut off switch ( inertia switch ) that has the reset button on top : ( is located in the trunk , on the passenger side of the trunk , behind the trunk liner , there is an access hole )
The firing order for the 2002 Mercury Sable 3.0 liter V-6 DOHC VIN "S" is 1, 4, 2, 5, 3, 6. The 2002 Mercury Sable 3.0 liter Flex Fuel V-6 VIN "2" has the same firing order.
Yes , the fuel pump shut off ( inertia ) switch is behind the access panel on the right side of the cargo area in your 2002 Mercury Sable wagon
The price of repairs can vary a lot by location. The estimate to replace the fuel pump on a 1992 Mercury Sable is between $478 and $727. The estimate for the fuel filter replacement is $115 to $150. Both estimates include parts and labor, but not tax.
Replace the spark plugs and wires. Replace the fuel filter.
2005 sable fuel filter?
location for fuse, and relay switch on a Mercury Sable
On a 1990 Mercury Sable : The ELECTRIC fuel pump is INSIDE the fuel tank ( it is installed through an access hole in the top of the fuel tank )
You will have to drop the fuel tank and get the part (9b190) from ford. It is labeled on how to remove it. I am in the process of doing this myself.
Yes - the filter is outside the tank, which is where the fuel pump is mounted. See "Related Questions" below - The Taurus information applies equally to the Sable.
According to the 1997 Mercury Sable Owner Guide ( 16.0 U.S. gallons )
In a 2003 Mercury Sable, the fuel filter is located along the fuel line, typically mounted along the frame rail on the driver's side of the vehicle. To access it, you may need to lift the car for better visibility. It's advisable to relieve the fuel system pressure before attempting to replace the filter to prevent fuel spillage.