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1999 MERCURY TRACER
4 CYL
FWD
MANUAL

I need to know what cable wires are postive and negative for 1999 mercury Tracer. Someone took out old battery and i'm not sure which wires are what. If you have a picture or diagram that would be a big help.

Thank Tom A.

Friday, July 8th, 2011 AT 11:55 AM

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MERLIN2021

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I will look for a diagram, but the negative cable goes to engine block and positive goes to starter solenoid. Attach positive cable first!

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Friday, July 8th, 2011 AT 12:22 PM

MERLIN2021

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Wiring Diagram of charging system.

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Friday, July 8th, 2011 AT 12:28 PM

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My dad installed the battery backwards and of course nothing is working. I checked all the fuses and it appears that the main fuse is blown. I know that there are 2 screws on either side holding this fuse in. I have tried everything to get these screws off without any success. It looks like the 3/8" socket is slightly too small and a 7/16"--too large. Any suggestions on the type of tool to get these screws off?

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Monday, March 5th, 2012 AT 2:10 AM

MERLIN2021

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10mm

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Monday, March 5th, 2012 AT 8:27 AM

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Thanks. It worked. I got the main fuse out and a new one in. The car is up and running except the battery warning symbol is on. Is there another fuse that needs to be changed or a sensor that needs to be replaced?

Again, thanks for the help!