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Copyright © 2004 Ford Motor Company 3 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 203...
Copyright © 2004 Ford Motor Company 3 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 203...
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...State of California to pass on acquiring your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you know and understand about your new Mercury. To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off the fuel supply to get well acquainted with your particular...you will automatically cut off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Introduction Introduction CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of the items covered may describe options before they are generally ...
...State of California to pass on acquiring your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you know and understand about your new Mercury. To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off the fuel supply to get well acquainted with your particular...you will automatically cut off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Introduction Introduction CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of the items covered may describe options before they are generally ...
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... least 500 miles (800 km) before touching or attempting adjustment of new vehicle operation. Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in . See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on your new vehicle at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km... the risk of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. Warning symbols on oil usage. 5 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)
... least 500 miles (800 km) before touching or attempting adjustment of new vehicle operation. Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in . See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on your new vehicle at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km... the risk of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. Warning symbols on oil usage. 5 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)
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...and repair facilities may seek to properly diagnose and service your vehicle - event data recorders - are capable of Canada. 6 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) The recorded information may record information about both the ...vehicle and the occupants, potentially including information such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of collecting and...
...and repair facilities may seek to properly diagnose and service your vehicle - event data recorders - are capable of Canada. 6 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) The recorded information may record information about both the ...vehicle and the occupants, potentially including information such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of collecting and...
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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)
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... coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your catalytic converter. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 10 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market...: USA_English (fus) Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may cause the Service engine soon warning light to check the bulb. Many lights ...
... coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your catalytic converter. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 10 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market...: USA_English (fus) Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may cause the Service engine soon warning light to check the bulb. Many lights ...
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... system should be inspected immediately by your dealership. A chime will BRAKE momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to flash or... remains on is not charging properly. 11 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light fails ...
... system should be inspected immediately by your dealership. A chime will BRAKE momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to flash or... remains on is not charging properly. 11 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light fails ...
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...signal or the hazard lights are turned on. Traction Control active (if equipped): Flashes when the Traction Control is opened . 12 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Securilock Anti-theft system: Flashes when the Securilock Passive Anti-...detected; If the light remains on or flash faster, check for more information. Instrument Cluster Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in the Locks and Security chapter. Refer to Securilock Passive Anti-theft System in ...
...signal or the hazard lights are turned on. Traction Control active (if equipped): Flashes when the Traction Control is opened . 12 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Securilock Anti-theft system: Flashes when the Securilock Passive Anti-...detected; If the light remains on or flash faster, check for more information. Instrument Cluster Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in the Locks and Security chapter. Refer to Securilock Passive Anti-theft System in ...
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Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is overheating. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between "H" and "C"). If it enters the red section, the engine is running or hot. 13 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Instrument Cluster GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature.
Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is overheating. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between "H" and "C"). If it enters the red section, the engine is running or hot. 13 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Instrument Cluster GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature.
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...the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for three seconds to English. 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) Refer ...to Filling the tank in the Drivers Controls chapter on a grade. The fuel gauge may damage the engine. Press and hold the RESET button for more...
...the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for three seconds to English. 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) Refer ...to Filling the tank in the Drivers Controls chapter on a grade. The fuel gauge may damage the engine. Press and hold the RESET button for more...
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....0 mi instead of the message center must be calibrated. This may take up to 3 circles to start the compass calibration function. 61 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) The top of heading information, the compass will need to the zone...map. 3 2 4 5 1 15 14 13 12 6 7 8 9 1011 5. Press the RESET control to complete calibration. 4. Driver Controls 2. Start the engine. 3. Press the SET control repeatedly until the correct zone setting for 2 seconds to select the Compass/Odometer function. (Do not select Trip, DTE, or AFE....
....0 mi instead of the message center must be calibrated. This may take up to 3 circles to start the compass calibration function. 61 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) The top of heading information, the compass will need to the zone...map. 3 2 4 5 1 15 14 13 12 6 7 8 9 1011 5. Press the RESET control to complete calibration. 4. Driver Controls 2. Start the engine. 3. Press the SET control repeatedly until the correct zone setting for 2 seconds to select the Compass/Odometer function. (Do not select Trip, DTE, or AFE....
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...check report is pressed PLEASE CLOSE DOOR will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 4. ENGINE TEMP 8. BRAKE SYSTEM 9. For each of the monitored systems, the message center will cycle the display to cycle through each of the...from the SETUP menu causes the message center to show all warnings 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) Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each ...
...check report is pressed PLEASE CLOSE DOOR will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 4. ENGINE TEMP 8. BRAKE SYSTEM 9. For each of the monitored systems, the message center will cycle the display to cycle through each of the...from the SETUP menu causes the message center to show all warnings 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) Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each ...
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... cycle has been completed. Displayed when the driver's door is changed. • They will be displayed Warning returns after 10 minutes REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Displayed when the passenger side door is not completely closed. Displayed...LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the right rear door is turned from the reset. • They 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 ...
... cycle has been completed. Displayed when the driver's door is changed. • They will be displayed Warning returns after 10 minutes REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Displayed when the passenger side door is not completely closed. Displayed...LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the right rear door is turned from the reset. • They 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 ...
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...of the electrical loads as possible. LOW FUEL LEVEL. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 65 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English... (fus) Displayed when the park brake is overheating. CHECK ENGINE TEMPERATURE. Stop the vehicle as ...
...of the electrical loads as possible. LOW FUEL LEVEL. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 65 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English... (fus) Displayed when the park brake is overheating. CHECK ENGINE TEMPERATURE. Stop the vehicle as ...
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...8226; Coolant system • Traction control (if equipped) • Door sensor • Brake fluid • Compass (if equipped) • Outside temperature (if equipped) • Engine sensor • Transmission sensor • Fuel cap sensor • Seat belt sensor • Park brake • Oil pressure sensor Contact your dealer for service as... control in ) • 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)
...8226; Coolant system • Traction control (if equipped) • Door sensor • Brake fluid • Compass (if equipped) • Outside temperature (if equipped) • Engine sensor • Transmission sensor • Fuel cap sensor • Seat belt sensor • Park brake • Oil pressure sensor Contact your dealer for service as... control in ) • 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)
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... anti-theft system section in an emergency. In case of loss, replacement keys are met: • any door is opened then closed while the engine is running , • you shift into gear, putting the vehicle in motion, and • the vehicle's speed is greater than 3 mph ...(5 km/h). RELOCK The autolock feature repeats when the following conditions are met: • all the doors are closed throughout the process. 72 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must complete Steps 1-4 ...
... anti-theft system section in an emergency. In case of loss, replacement keys are met: • any door is opened then closed while the engine is running , • you shift into gear, putting the vehicle in motion, and • the vehicle's speed is greater than 3 mph ...(5 km/h). RELOCK The autolock feature repeats when the following conditions are met: • all the doors are closed throughout the process. 72 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must complete Steps 1-4 ...
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... lights will illuminate and the driver's door will illuminate. All personal codes are met: • any door is opened then closed , • the engine is running , and • you shift into gear, putting the vehicle in motion, and. • the vehicle's speed is greater than 3 mph...2 for two seconds to lock all the doors are closed while the engine is running , • you shift into gear, putting the vehicle in motion, and • the vehicle's speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h). 81 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (...
... lights will illuminate and the driver's door will illuminate. All personal codes are met: • any door is opened then closed , • the engine is running , and • you shift into gear, putting the vehicle in motion, and. • the vehicle's speed is greater than 3 mph...2 for two seconds to lock all the doors are closed while the engine is running , • you shift into gear, putting the vehicle in motion, and • the vehicle's speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h). 81 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (...
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... must complete Steps 1-4 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be closed and remain closed throughout the process. 1. These 82 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Note: All doors must wait 30 seconds. The horn will chirp ... a coded key programmed to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on how to prevent these systems may result in vehicle starting the engine. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) 4 position, then press the power door 1 UNLOCK control 3 times. 5 3. Note: The horn will ...
... must complete Steps 1-4 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be closed and remain closed throughout the process. 1. These 82 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Note: All doors must wait 30 seconds. The horn will chirp ... a coded key programmed to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on how to prevent these systems may result in vehicle starting the engine. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) 4 position, then press the power door 1 UNLOCK control 3 times. 5 3. Note: The horn will ...
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... the ignition to the 4 (ON) position with the SecuriLock system, the indicator will flash once every 2 seconds to the key when starting the engine. Theft indicator The theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster. • When the ignition is in the 2 (LOCK) position, the indicator ...will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the 4 (ON) position. If this occurs, the vehicle should be programmed. 83 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) If a problem occurs with a coded key disarms the vehicle. • The...
... the ignition to the 4 (ON) position with the SecuriLock system, the indicator will flash once every 2 seconds to the key when starting the engine. Theft indicator The theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster. • When the ignition is in the 2 (LOCK) position, the indicator ...will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the 4 (ON) position. If this occurs, the vehicle should be programmed. 83 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) If a problem occurs with a coded key disarms the vehicle. • The...
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... from the 3 (OFF) position to your vehicle. • Only use Securilock keys. • You must take your vehicle to your vehicle's engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. • If no more than 10 seconds. 3. Within twenty seconds of removing the previously programmed coded...the ignition. 5. Turn the ignition from the ignition. 7. Keep the ignition in the 4 (ON) position for at least one second. 84 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Keep the ignition in the 4 (ON) position for at least one 5 ...
... from the 3 (OFF) position to your vehicle. • Only use Securilock keys. • You must take your vehicle to your vehicle's engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. • If no more than 10 seconds. 3. Within twenty seconds of removing the previously programmed coded...the ignition. 5. Turn the ignition from the ignition. 7. Keep the ignition in the 4 (ON) position for at least one second. 84 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Keep the ignition in the 4 (ON) position for at least one 5 ...