Mercury 1996 Sable Manual page 73

If you see or smell fuel, do not reset
the switch or try to start your vehicle.
You could injure yourself or others.
Have all the passengers get out of
the vehicle and call the local fire
department or a towing service.
If your engine cranks but does not start after a
collision or substantial jolt:
1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
2. Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel.
3. If you do not see or smell fuel, push the red
reset button on the fuel pump shut-off
switch down.
4. Turn the ignition key to the ON position for
a few seconds, then turn it to the OFF
position.
5. Check under the vehicle again for leaking
fuel. If you see or smell fuel, do not start
your vehicle again. If you do not see or
smell fuel, you can try to start your vehicle
again.
6. Check all vehicle warning lights before
driving the vehicle.
Pushing
Vehicles with automatic transaxles cannot be
started by pushing. Follow the directions under
If Your Vehicle Needs a Jump-Start in the Roadside
Emergencies Chapter.
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