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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1996SABLE GS, 4D WAGON, AX4NREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 30 (ENGINE CONTROLS - REMOVE/INSTALL/OVERHAUL - 3.0L)FUEL SYSTEMTHROTTLE BODYINSTALLATION
1996 Mercury Sable GS, 4D Wagon, AX4N
Throttle Body: Installation
1996 Mercury Sable GS, 4D Wagon, AX4NSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Mercury Sable and 1997 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Clean and inspect gasket mating surfaces. Install new throttle body gasket. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Check and top-off cooling system.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.