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2008 Mercury Sable Problems

Camshaft Sensor Magnet may Damage Synchronizers

for the Mercury Sable

The magnet for the camshaft position sensor may fall out of its mount and damage the synchronizers. This causes long crank times when starting the engine and may cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate. If this happens, both the magnets and the synchronizers need to be replaced.

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Popping, Squeaking, Noisy Sounds from Front Wheel Areas While Driving

for the Mercury Sable

Chafing of the jounce bumper against the strut rod and / or rubbing of the dust boot against the strut mount cup can cause popping, squeaking, and noisy sounds from front wheel areas while driving. Lubricate the jounce bumper (bump stop), strut rod, and boot with dielectric grease fix this concern.

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Trunk Will Not Latch Closed

for the Mercury Sable

The electric trunk latch solenoid can get stuck in the open position making it so the trunk will not latch closed. The diagnosing technician should verify correct electrical connection at the solenoid and check for correct cable routing. The trunk latch most commonly will need to be replaced.

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Transmission (Red) or Power Transfer Unit (PTU) (Brown) Fluid Leaks at Axle Area

for the Mercury Sable

A leaking axle shaft seal and / or PTU cover seal can cause transmission (red) or Power Transfer Unit (PTU) (brown) fluid leaks at the axle area. The axle shaft seal and / or PTU cover seal may be leaking and should be replaced as required.

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