I first must confess that I am not at all handy with auto repairs on the "newer" vehicles. I was brought up in the days when you could see and access all engine components without being a contortionist or acrobat.
My 2001 Sable LS sprung a leak on the metal portion of the heater hose assembly. I have the 3.0 Duratec DOHC 24V engine and haven't a clue as to how to remove the metal and rubber tubing. I Googled this subject and much to my amazement failed to get any helpful information. With the Taurus/Sable being such a big seller I thought I would find plenty of information but didn't.
My questions are do you have to access these parts from underneath the vehicle or is it possible to access it from above? Also, what suggestions would anyone have to make the job as easy as possible? Perhaps it's a job that I may have to bring to a professional mechanic? With kids in college and the economy as it is, I do not mind getting greasy to save a buck :notworthy: .
Thanks in advance for any input. Since I just purchased this in July I have enjoyed thise site very much and decided to join. I love my F150 but bought the Sable to save gas. 13MPG on F150 was killing me. 23MPG on Sable and I'm thrilled :merc: :ford: .
My 2001 Sable LS sprung a leak on the metal portion of the heater hose assembly. I have the 3.0 Duratec DOHC 24V engine and haven't a clue as to how to remove the metal and rubber tubing. I Googled this subject and much to my amazement failed to get any helpful information. With the Taurus/Sable being such a big seller I thought I would find plenty of information but didn't.
My questions are do you have to access these parts from underneath the vehicle or is it possible to access it from above? Also, what suggestions would anyone have to make the job as easy as possible? Perhaps it's a job that I may have to bring to a professional mechanic? With kids in college and the economy as it is, I do not mind getting greasy to save a buck :notworthy: .
Thanks in advance for any input. Since I just purchased this in July I have enjoyed thise site very much and decided to join. I love my F150 but bought the Sable to save gas. 13MPG on F150 was killing me. 23MPG on Sable and I'm thrilled :merc: :ford: .
