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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1996SABLE LS, 4D SEDAN, 3.0 SREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)QUICK LOOKUPSCOMMON SPECS & PROCEDURESSPECIFICATIONS INDEX
1996 Mercury Sable LS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 S
Specifications Index
1996 Mercury Sable LS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 SSECTION Specifications Index
TAURUS SPECIFICATIONS INDEX
| System | Specification/Procedure | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | |||
| Service | A/C SYSTEM GENERAL SERVICING | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Axle Nut/Hub Nut | |||
| Front | 181-199 ft. lbs. (245-270 N.m) | ||
| Battery | BATTERY | ||
| Brakes | |||
| Bleeding Sequence | RR, LF, LR & RF BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM |
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| Disc Brakes | |||
| Service Specifications | DISC BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Drum Brakes | |||
| Service Specifications | DRUM BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Charging | |||
| Generator | SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Drive Belts | |||
| Adjustment | |||
| V6 | BELT ADJUSTMENT | ||
| V8 | BELT ADJUSTMENT | ||
| Drive Belt Routing | |||
| V6 | DRIVE BELT ROUTING | ||
| V8 | DRIVE BELT ROUTING | ||
| Engine Cooling | |||
| General Service Specifications | |||
| V6 | COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| V8 | COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Radiator Cap Pressure | 13 psi (89 kPa) - 18 psi (124 kPa) | ||
| Thermostat R & I | |||
| 3.0L (VIN S) | THERMOSTAT | ||
| 3.0L (VIN U, 1 & 2) | THERMOSTAT | ||
| 3.4L | THERMOSTAT | ||
| Water Pump R & I | |||
| 3.0L (VIN S) | WATER PUMP | ||
| 3.0L (VIN U, 1 & 2) | WATER PUMP | ||
| 3.4L | WATER PUMP | ||
| Engine Mechanical | |||
| 3.0L (VIN S) | |||
| Compression | ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Oil Pressure | 40-60 psi (2.8-4.2 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| Overhaul | OVERHAUL | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| 3.0L (VIN U, 1 & 2) | |||
| Compression | ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Oil pressure | 40-60 psi (2.8-4.2 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| Overhaul | OVERHAUL | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| 3.4L | |||
| Compression | ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Oil pressure | 20-45 psi (1.4-3.2 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| Overhaul | OVERHAUL | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Fluid Specifications | See FLUIDS under MAINTENANCE/FLUIDS tab. From within Manager or Service Writer, click the "30/60/90 Interval" or "Maint." button. | ||
| Flywheel/Flex Plate/Drive Plate Torque | |||
| 3.0L | 54-64 ft. lbs. (73-87 N.m) | ||
| 3.4L | 55-61 ft. lbs. (75-83 N.m) | ||
| Fuel System | |||
| 3.0L | |||
| Pressure Specification | 30-45 psi (2.1-3.2 g/cm2 ) | ||
| Fuel Pressure Test Procedure | FUEL PRESSURE | ||
| Fuel Filter Location | FUEL FILTER | ||
| Fuel Filter R & I | FUEL FILTER | ||
| 3.4L | |||
| Pressure Specification | 30-45 psi (2.1-3.2 g/cm2 ) | ||
| Fuel Pressure Test Procedure | FUEL PRESSURE | ||
| Fuel Filter Location | FUEL FILTER | ||
| Fuel Filter R & I | FUEL FILTER | ||
| Ignition | |||
| Firing Order & Cylinder Identification | |||
| 3.0L | FIRING ORDER & TIMING MARKS | ||
| 3.4L | FIRING ORDER & TIMING MARKS | ||
| Ignition Wires (Resistance) | |||
| 3.0L | N/A | ||
| 3.4 (SHO) | N/A | ||
| Ignition Wires (Routing) | |||
| 3.0L | FIRING ORDER & TIMING MARKS | ||
| 3.4 (SHO) | N/A | ||
| Spark Plug | |||
| 3.0L DOHC (AWSF-32FP) | |||
| Gap | .054 in (1.37mm) | ||
| Torque | 10 ft. lbs. (14 N.m) | ||
| 3.0L Flexible Fuel (AWSFA-32C) | |||
| Gap | .054 in (1.37mm) | ||
| Torque | 10 ft. lbs. (14 N.m) | ||
| 3.0L OHV (AWSF-32PP) | |||
| Gap | .044 in (1.12mm) | ||
| Torque | 10 ft. lbs. (14 N.m) | ||
| 3.4L (AWSF-32FM) | |||
| Gap | 0.042-0.046 in (1.07-1.17 mm) | ||
| Torque | 10-16 ft. lbs. (14-21 N.m) | ||
| Starting | |||
| Starter | STARTER SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Wheel Alignment | |||
| Adjustment Specifications | ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Wheel & Tire | |||
| Wheel Lug Nut Torque | 85-105 ft. lbs. (115-142 N.m) | ||
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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.