If you use a re-manufacture pump and do the work youself, it should cost less than $100.00
Steve phx AZ
Replace your transmission pump or get a new transmission.
Replace the spark plugs and wires. Replace the fuel filter.
The 1995 Mercury Sable would have come from the factory with ( 5W-30 ) oil in the engines
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.
Originally it would have used green so stick with green. However if the system is totally flushed out you can replace the green with yellow.
It would probably be cheaper to replace the cable, check with your local auto wrecker. This used part should be very inexpensive, compared to repairing it.
If you DIY it will cost around $175. If you pay someone to do it expect to pay around $500. This is a labour intensive repair.
how much would it cost on a 2004 mercury sable
Could be a bad inertia switch.
On a 2000 Mercury Sable : The automatic transaxle ( transmission ) fluid level dipstick would be near the firewall just to the drivers side of the engine ( where the transaxle is bolted to the engine )
According to the 2002 Mercury Sable Owner Guide : ( the 6 disc C.D. changer is either located in the center console , the trunk , or the right side of the cargo area , that would be for the wagon version )
The first clue would be if the car doesn't turn over :)