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2008 Mercury Sable repairs by problem area

Engine (2%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (38%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (6%)

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2008 Mercury Sable 4dr Sedan

263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD

49000 mi turbine speed sensor failure. Second time same issue in 12 months. causes transmission to kick gears b/w 1-2. no codes appear until transmission failure and car needs tow. 
106000 mi

US $420
the transmission turbine speed sensor needed to be replaced 
117000 mi

US $1400
Cooler for automatic transmission had leak. Replaced by dealer 
40000 mi

US $35
Erratic transmission operation. Long delay or slip between 1st and 2nd gear, worse when cold. Sometimes "thuds" into 2nd. Problem has existed since last July. Dealer won't admit there is an issue. 

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