Owner's Manual
Page 9
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)
Owner's Manual
Page 12
...beam headlamps are turned on . Turn signal: Illuminates when the left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on . Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is opened .... 12 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Traction Control active (if equipped): Flashes when the Traction Control is activated....
...beam headlamps are turned on . Turn signal: Illuminates when the left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on . Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is opened .... 12 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Traction Control active (if equipped): Flashes when the Traction Control is activated....
Owner's Manual
Page 14
... tank in the fuel tank (when the ignition is located. Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of the vehicle the fuel filler door is in the ON position). Instrument Cluster Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in motion or on how to switch the display from Metric to... reset. 14 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) The fuel gauge may damage the engine. Refer to Message Center in...
... tank in the fuel tank (when the ignition is located. Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of the vehicle the fuel filler door is in the ON position). Instrument Cluster Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in motion or on how to switch the display from Metric to... reset. 14 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) The fuel gauge may damage the engine. Refer to Message Center in...
Owner's Manual
Page 17
... a cassette into the cassette door. 18. Seek: Press and / for previous/next release listenable radio station, tape selection or CD track. 19. AM/FM: Press to increase or decrease volume .../OFF; Tune: Works in radio mode (AM/FM1/FM2). 21. Power/volume: Press to change CD mode. VOL PUSH ON AM FM 17 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) EJ (Eject): Press to eject a tape. Entertainment Systems 16.
... a cassette into the cassette door. 18. Seek: Press and / for previous/next release listenable radio station, tape selection or CD track. 19. AM/FM: Press to increase or decrease volume .../OFF; Tune: Works in radio mode (AM/FM1/FM2). 21. Power/volume: Press to change CD mode. VOL PUSH ON AM FM 17 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) EJ (Eject): Press to eject a tape. Entertainment Systems 16.
Owner's Manual
Page 20
... changer magazine. 2. Using the disc holder release knob (C), pull the disc holder (B) out of the magazine. Slide the door to eject the magazine. 3. A B C Do not pull too hard on the lever. 20 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) AM/FM: Press to eject a CD. 17...
... changer magazine. 2. Using the disc holder release knob (C), pull the disc holder (B) out of the magazine. Slide the door to eject the magazine. 3. A B C Do not pull too hard on the lever. 20 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) AM/FM: Press to eject a CD. 17...
Owner's Manual
Page 33
... shut. To turn on the dome lamp. If any other door has been opened from the inside , the lamp will illuminate whenever a front door is opened . : The lamp will only come on if a door is closed . 33 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (...fus) A Dome lamp (with moon roof) • ON or D : The dome light will stay on. • DOOR or middle position: The dome light will not ...
... shut. To turn on the dome lamp. If any other door has been opened from the inside , the lamp will illuminate whenever a front door is opened . : The lamp will only come on if a door is closed . 33 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (...fus) A Dome lamp (with moon roof) • ON or D : The dome light will stay on. • DOOR or middle position: The dome light will not ...
Owner's Manual
Page 34
...normal and will clear within 45 minutes of the remote entry controls are vented to equalize pressure. Press the controls on . • any door is a possibility that condensation can be turned ON or OFF by sliding the control. When moist air enters the headlamp(s) through the vents,... • the instrument panel dimmer switch is held up until the courtesy lamps come on either side of all the bulbs frequently. 34 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Lights Map lamps (with the control in the ACCESSORY or ON position...
...normal and will clear within 45 minutes of the remote entry controls are vented to equalize pressure. Press the controls on . • any door is a possibility that condensation can be turned ON or OFF by sliding the control. When moist air enters the headlamp(s) through the vents,... • the instrument panel dimmer switch is held up until the courtesy lamps come on either side of all the bulbs frequently. 34 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Lights Map lamps (with the control in the ACCESSORY or ON position...
Owner's Manual
Page 49
... impair proper mirror performance. When the mirror detects bright light from the normal (high reflective) state to disable the adjust function. 49 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) MIRRORS Automatic dimming inside rear view mirror (if equipped) Your vehicle... may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until any door is placed in the direction you wish to ensure a bright clear view when backing up. Driver Controls Accessory delay With accessory delay,...
... impair proper mirror performance. When the mirror detects bright light from the normal (high reflective) state to disable the adjust function. 49 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) MIRRORS Automatic dimming inside rear view mirror (if equipped) Your vehicle... may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until any door is placed in the direction you wish to ensure a bright clear view when backing up. Driver Controls Accessory delay With accessory delay,...
Owner's Manual
Page 53
... SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The HomeLink Wireless Control System, located on the driver's visor, provides a convenient way to replace up to a garage door or gate, be opened or closed ), press and hold the front portion of the control until the glass panel stops moving. To close from...the radio frequency codes of the control. Press and release the rear portion of most transmitters to prevent potential harm or damage. 53 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) They may seriously hurt themselves. Driver Controls MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED...
... SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The HomeLink Wireless Control System, located on the driver's visor, provides a convenient way to replace up to a garage door or gate, be opened or closed ), press and hold the front portion of the control until the glass panel stops moving. To close from...the radio frequency codes of the control. Press and release the rear portion of most transmitters to prevent potential harm or damage. 53 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) They may seriously hurt themselves. Driver Controls MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED...
Owner's Manual
Page 54
...held transmitter of the device being programmed to program (located on your visor) while keeping the indicator light in view. 54 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Press and hold the two outside buttons releasing only ...of the radio-frequency signal. 1. new HomeLink equipped vehicle purchase). Do not repeat Step one to Programming in this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). This will erase previously programmed hand-held transmitters to flash after 20 seconds. federal safety standards...
...held transmitter of the device being programmed to program (located on your visor) while keeping the indicator light in view. 54 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Press and hold the two outside buttons releasing only ...of the radio-frequency signal. 1. new HomeLink equipped vehicle purchase). Do not repeat Step one to Programming in this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). This will erase previously programmed hand-held transmitters to flash after 20 seconds. federal safety standards...
Owner's Manual
Page 55
....) 5. Press and hold both buttons when the indicator light flashes rapidly. (The rapid flashing light indicates acceptance of the garage door opener (or other rolling code equipped device), repeat this section for two seconds and release the HomeLink button. To program additional HomeLink...initiate Step eight. 8. For questions or comments, please contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515. 55 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) HomeLink should activate when the HomeLink button is attached to complete...
....) 5. Press and hold both buttons when the indicator light flashes rapidly. (The rapid flashing light indicates acceptance of the garage door opener (or other rolling code equipped device), repeat this section for two seconds and release the HomeLink button. To program additional HomeLink...initiate Step eight. 8. For questions or comments, please contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515. 55 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) HomeLink should activate when the HomeLink button is attached to complete...
Owner's Manual
Page 56
... the hand-held transmitter of the device may automatically stop transmitting - not allowing enough time for the trained product (garage door, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.). After completing steps 1 and 2 outlined in the "Programming" section, replace Step... two seconds ("cycle") your hand-held transmitter may also be used at www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515. 56 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Driver Controls Gate Operator & Canadian Programming During programming, ...
... the hand-held transmitter of the device may automatically stop transmitting - not allowing enough time for the trained product (garage door, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.). After completing steps 1 and 2 outlined in the "Programming" section, replace Step... two seconds ("cycle") your hand-held transmitter may also be used at www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515. 56 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Driver Controls Gate Operator & Canadian Programming During programming, ...
Owner's Manual
Page 60
.... For optimum calibration, turn the display off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Refer to Compass zone/calibration adjustment. This variation is displayed. Turn ignition to be necessary. If the compass ...still appears to the ON position. 60 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) To switch from a blank display to the temperature display...
.... For optimum calibration, turn the display off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Refer to Compass zone/calibration adjustment. This variation is displayed. Turn ignition to be necessary. If the compass ...still appears to the ON position. 60 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) To switch from a blank display to the temperature display...
Owner's Manual
Page 63
For each of the system check report is pressed PLEASE CLOSE DOOR will be displayed. 2. PARK BRAKE STATUS 7. ENGINE TEMP 8. The message center will indicate ...no more warning messages. System check Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to be displayed). 6. DOORS CLOSED (If RESET control is as follows: 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for two to Metric. Driver Controls...by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message. 63 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)
For each of the system check report is pressed PLEASE CLOSE DOOR will be displayed. 2. PARK BRAKE STATUS 7. ENGINE TEMP 8. The message center will indicate ...no more warning messages. System check Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to be displayed). 6. DOORS CLOSED (If RESET control is as follows: 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for two to Metric. Driver Controls...by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message. 63 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)
Owner's Manual
Page 64
... ignition OFF-ON cycle has been completed. Driver Controls Warning messages that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle. Displayed when the right rear door is not completely closed . 64 RELEASE PARK BRAKE will be displayed Check engine temp Transmission overheated Check transmission Low fuel level Check fuel cap Check... charging system Oil pressure low Check brake system Low brake fluid Warning returns after 10 minutes REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)
... ignition OFF-ON cycle has been completed. Driver Controls Warning messages that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle. Displayed when the right rear door is not completely closed . 64 RELEASE PARK BRAKE will be displayed Check engine temp Transmission overheated Check transmission Low fuel level Check fuel cap Check... charging system Oil pressure low Check brake system Low brake fluid Warning returns after 10 minutes REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)
Owner's Manual
Page 66
...; Cupholders (front and rear) • Coin holder slots • Compact disc changer (if equipped) • Tissue holder 66 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) These include: • Utility compartment • Bin mat ...network communication between electronic modules. • Fuel computer • Charging system • Coolant system • Traction control (if equipped) • Door sensor • Brake fluid • Compass (if equipped) • Outside temperature (if equipped) • Engine sensor • Transmission sensor ...
...; Cupholders (front and rear) • Coin holder slots • Compact disc changer (if equipped) • Tissue holder 66 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) These include: • Utility compartment • Bin mat ...network communication between electronic modules. • Fuel computer • Charging system • Coolant system • Traction control (if equipped) • Door sensor • Brake fluid • Compass (if equipped) • Outside temperature (if equipped) • Engine sensor • Transmission sensor ...
Owner's Manual
Page 68
... lamp shield. Driver Controls POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the driver floor mat so that the mat does not interfere with the key, the power door locks or the remote entry transmitter) and push the key lock cylinder. • To open the liftgate window, unlock the liftgate (with the ... the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to the left of the liftgate, use the key, the power door locks, or the remote entry key fob. 68 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation...
... lamp shield. Driver Controls POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the driver floor mat so that the mat does not interfere with the key, the power door locks or the remote entry transmitter) and push the key lock cylinder. • To open the liftgate window, unlock the liftgate (with the ... the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to the left of the liftgate, use the key, the power door locks, or the remote entry key fob. 68 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation...
Owner's Manual
Page 72
... motion, and • the vehicle's speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h). TO DEACTIVATE/REACTIVATE THE AUTOLOCK FEATURE USING THE POWER DOOR UNLOCK CONTROL You must complete Steps 1-4 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. AUTOLOCK (IF EQUIPPED) This feature ...is running , • you require it in this chapter for more information. Note: All doors must wait 30 seconds. In case of loss, replacement keys are closed throughout the process. 72 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) You should...
... motion, and • the vehicle's speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h). TO DEACTIVATE/REACTIVATE THE AUTOLOCK FEATURE USING THE POWER DOOR UNLOCK CONTROL You must complete Steps 1-4 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. AUTOLOCK (IF EQUIPPED) This feature ...is running , • you require it in this chapter for more information. Note: All doors must wait 30 seconds. In case of loss, replacement keys are closed throughout the process. 72 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) You should...
Owner's Manual
Page 73
... chirp once if autolock was deactivated or chirp once then honk (one short and one door will chirp once to the 4 (ON) position. The horn will not automatically set separately for both doors. • Move lock control up to engage the childproof lock. • Move control... down to the 3 (OFF) 4 position, then press the power door 1 UNLOCK control 3 times. 5 3. Turn the ignition to disengage childproof locks. 73 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Setting the lock for one long...
... chirp once if autolock was deactivated or chirp once then honk (one short and one door will chirp once to the 4 (ON) position. The horn will not automatically set separately for both doors. • Move lock control up to engage the childproof lock. • Move control... down to the 3 (OFF) 4 position, then press the power door 1 UNLOCK control 3 times. 5 3. Turn the ignition to disengage childproof locks. 73 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Setting the lock for one long...
Owner's Manual
Page 74
...death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Adults are particularly at risk. 74 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Keep vehicle doors and luggage compartment locked and keep keys and remote transmitters out of escape for children and adults in... the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment near the tail lamps. To open the luggage compartment door (lid) from within the luggage compartment, pull the illuminated "T" shaped handle and push up on the luggage compartment...
...death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Adults are particularly at risk. 74 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Keep vehicle doors and luggage compartment locked and keep keys and remote transmitters out of escape for children and adults in... the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment near the tail lamps. To open the luggage compartment door (lid) from within the luggage compartment, pull the illuminated "T" shaped handle and push up on the luggage compartment...