1996 Mercury Sable Owner's Manual - Page 73

RWARNING 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. 2. 3. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel. If you do not see or smell fuel, push the red reset button on the fuel pump shut-off switch down. Turn the ignition key to the ON position for a few seconds, then turn it to the OFF position. 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. Check all vehicle warning lights before driving the vehicle. 4. 5. 6. 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. 70