1997 Mercury Sable Mercury Sable 1997

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1997 Mercury Sable repairs by problem area

Engine (42%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (25%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (0%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (8%)

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1997 Mercury Sable 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

104000 mi

US $287
Hydraulic brake fluid line crimped; replaced by dealer. 
114000 mi

US $300
Brake line had ruptured and others were corroding. All brake lines replaced. 
123300 mi

US $145
Replaced passenger side rotor and pads. Excessive wear was caused by frozen caliper guide on drivers side causing passenger side to carry all breaking load. Replaced drivers side pads, caliper bracket and caliper guides. 

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