Safety Warning
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 MANUALSMERCURY2000SABLE V6-3.0L DOHC VIN SREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTRANSMISSION POSITION SENSOR/SWITCHSERVICE AND REPAIRAX4N TRANSAXLE
2000 Mercury Sable V6-3.0L DOHC VIN S
AX4N Transaxle
2000 Mercury Sable V6-3.0L DOHC VIN SSECTION AX4N Transaxle
Special Tools:
Removal
1. Place the transaxle range selector lever in NEUTRAL.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
3. Disconnect the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor and the breather tubes.
4. Remove the engine air cleaner.
5. Remove the air filter assembly.
6. Disconnect the connector.
7. Remove the manual control lever and cable.
1 Remove the nut.
2 Remove the manual control lever and cable.
8. Remove the digital TR sensor.
Installation
1. Verify that the shift selector lever is in NEUTRAL.
2. Install the digital TR sensor and loosely install the bolts.
3. Using the special tool align the digital TR sensor and tighten the bolts.
4. Connect the connector.
5. Install the manual control lever cable and nut.
1 Install the cable into the bracket.
2 Tighten the nut.
6. Install the air filter assembly.
7. Install the engine air cleaner.
8. Reconnect the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor and the breather tubes.
9. Connect the battery ground cable.
10. Check for correct vehicle operation.
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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.