Gasoline Fuel System Related Problems of the 2002 Mercury Sable

Table 1 shows three common gasoline fuel system related problems of the 2002 Mercury Sable. The number one most common problem is related to the fuel pump (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the gasoline fuel system (two problems).

Table 1. Gasoline Fuel System related problems of Mercury Sable


Recently reported Gasoline Fuel System problems of the 2002 Mercury Sable

The Fuel Pump problem

I purchased a 2002 Mercury Sable in September, 2006. On January 19, 2007 while turning into my driveway going 3-5 miles an hour both frontal airbags deployed causing an estimated $3,000. 00 to $4,000. 00 in damages. The dealer has refused to assist me saying I bought the car "as is".   Read details...

The Gasoline Fuel System problem

Car not handling properly. Brakes squealing. Very poor gas mileage. Car riding lower in back. Sounded/felt like I was riding on a flat, tire pressure was down, but not badly (3 lbs). Took to mechanic for tuneup. Advised rear tire bad with flat spots. Purchased tires to be installed.   Read details...

The Fuel Hoses Lines/piping And Fittings problem

Intermittent fuel smell in passenger compartment over past year and a half. Had it checked and problem could not be identified as the fuel smell would not be present when brought in for service check. In December of 2010, fuel began pouring out from top of fuel tank and onto ground when engine was   Read details...


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