1999 mercury sable fuel pump doesnt turn on till i prime. Once fuel pump turns on car starts right up n runs no problem. Could it be a fuse or somethimg?

Asked by Rose Nov 21, 2014 at 02:12 PM

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sounds like a weak fuel pump. I would have the fuel pressure tested. also, when was the last time it had a fuel filter?

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