Just a little more information to help clarify:
You do not. This is illegal and very dangrous.
Front wheels off the ground (tow truck or dolly) parking brake off
Pull off the upper intake plenum and you will have access to the plugs and wires.
I have a 1998 Sable that has had the same problem. Every time it has been caused by a leak in a vacume tube. It has been replaced 3 times now on my car.
The O/D OFF warning light in the bottom left of your tachometer on your 1999 Mercury Sable means that the ( OVERDRIVE IS OFF ) * that's the " top gear " of your automatic transmission
On a 1996 Mercury Sable : The fuel pump shut off switch ( inertia switch ) is in the trunk , behind the trunk liner on the passenger side ( there is an access hole )
I was looking at the 2001 Mercury Sable Owner Guide and it mentions a TRACTION CONTROL on / off switch located to the right of the instrument cluster
To reset the anti-theft system on a 1998 Mercury Sable, first, ensure the vehicle is off. Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the "On" position without starting the engine, and leave it there for about 10 minutes until the anti-theft light turns off. Then, turn the key back to the "Off" position, wait a few seconds, and try starting the vehicle. If the system does not reset, consult the vehicle's manual or a professional for further assistance.
On a 1999 Mercury Sable wagon : The fuel pump shut off switch ( inertia switch ) is in the cargo area , behind the service panel on the passenger side
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
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