Vehicle Speed Control Related Problems of the 2002 Mercury Sable

Table 1 shows seven common vehicle speed control related problems of the 2002 Mercury Sable. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle speed control (20 problems). The second most common problem is related to the speed control cable (19 problems).


Recently reported Vehicle Speed Control problems of the 2002 Mercury Sable

The Vehicle Speed Control problem

In motion the car wants to keeps accelerating even when you hit brake. And will stay the speed you are going or go faster. And you don't have to keep pushing accelerated. From start the rpms go straight to like 5 to 6 to 7 rpms and takes about 30 sec to idle down. I have tried everything to fix it.   Read details...

The Speed Control Cable problem

Driving(in motion) on busy road(city street) near home, accelerated to 45mph, tried to slow down for light, removed foot off gas and car did not slow. Had to slam on brakes in order to avoid car stopped at light. Took all my strength on brake to keep car stopped. Put in neutral, no change.   Read details...

The Accelerator Pedal problem

While driving at 35 mph vehicle hesitated when attempting to accelerate . Consumer was concerned that she will be rear ended. Vehicle had be repaired ten times, however the problem recurred.   Read details...


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