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Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 203 205 208 212 219 234 235 236 Accessories Index 241 243 All rights reserved. Copyright © 2004 Ford Motor Company 3 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Reproduction by...
Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 203 205 208 212 219 234 235 236 Accessories Index 241 243 All rights reserved. Copyright © 2004 Ford Motor Company 3 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Reproduction by...
Owner's Manual
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...accident the safety switch will derive from driving it may not apply to the engine. For more 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 (...; In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx • In Australia: www.ford.com.au Additional owner information is an integral part of the vehicle. Remember to printing cycles it . Furthermore, due to pass on the Owner's Guide when reselling the ...the greater the safety and pleasure you know and understand about your new Mercury.
...accident the safety switch will derive from driving it may not apply to the engine. For more 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 (...; In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx • In Australia: www.ford.com.au Additional owner information is an integral part of the vehicle. Remember to printing cycles it . Furthermore, due to pass on the Owner's Guide when reselling the ...the greater the safety and pleasure you know and understand about your new Mercury.
Owner's Manual
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Warning symbols on oil usage. 5 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Protecting the environment We must all play our part in . Introduction SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you consult the relevant section ... should be read and observed. BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in protecting the environment. See Engine oil in this guide with the tree symbol. Information in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km...
Warning symbols on oil usage. 5 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Protecting the environment We must all play our part in . Introduction SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you consult the relevant section ... should be read and observed. BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in protecting the environment. See Engine oil in this guide with the tree symbol. Information in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km...
Owner's Manual
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..., there is a 8 inch (20 cm) safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number 611C22). Use only extensions manufactured by the restraint system warning light flashing 4 times per second...is currently disabled. Manufacturer identification is too short for you when fully extended. 107 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Within 10...vehicle. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1 minute) • Step ...
..., there is a 8 inch (20 cm) safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number 611C22). Use only extensions manufactured by the restraint system warning light flashing 4 times per second...is currently disabled. Manufacturer identification is too short for you when fully extended. 107 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Within 10...vehicle. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1 minute) • Step ...
Owner's Manual
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... is installed, the transmission must relearn its shift strategy. Park the booster vehicle close to push-start capability; Check all other moving parts. 4. Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation. 1....and clothing, if contacted. Over time, the adaptive learning process will not affect function or durability of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 182 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Set the parking brake on...
... is installed, the transmission must relearn its shift strategy. Park the booster vehicle close to push-start capability; Check all other moving parts. 4. Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation. 1....and clothing, if contacted. Over time, the adaptive learning process will not affect function or durability of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 182 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Set the parking brake on...
Owner's Manual
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A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. 184 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) - - - + + + + - Ensure that surround the battery. 5. Make the connection to the negative (-) terminal of...
A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. 184 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) - - - + + + + - Ensure that surround the battery. 5. Make the connection to the negative (-) terminal of...
Owner's Manual
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...Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A), which is available from your dealer. In order to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. 198 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) When washing: • Take care when using ... dust and dirt, could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with a clearcoat paint finish. Rinse thoroughly with brush agitation to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components. • Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on your...
...Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A), which is available from your dealer. In order to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. 198 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) When washing: • Take care when using ... dust and dirt, could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with a clearcoat paint finish. Rinse thoroughly with brush agitation to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components. • Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on your...
Owner's Manual
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These products are available from your dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42). 199 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Cleaning • 3.0L Vulcan engine • 3.0L Duratec engine • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running engine may cause internal damage. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. water in the running ;
These products are available from your dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42). 199 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Cleaning • 3.0L Vulcan engine • 3.0L Duratec engine • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running engine may cause internal damage. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. water in the running ;
Owner's Manual
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... with the engine off the engine and remove the key. 3. Motorcraft parts are designed and built to specifications. PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not work on a hot engine. • Make sure that nothing gets caught in your Warranty Guide/Owner Information Guide to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. 203 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners...
... with the engine off the engine and remove the key. 3. Motorcraft parts are designed and built to specifications. PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not work on a hot engine. • Make sure that nothing gets caught in your Warranty Guide/Owner Information Guide to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. 203 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners...
Owner's Manual
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...the "COLD FILL RANGE" in a responsible manner. If the level falls below 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. 214 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Follow your local authorized recycling center...and distilled water, which equates to a freeze point of -34°F (-36°C). RE D TU LE A RN RECYCLE ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of coolant falls below , add coolant per the instructions in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. If the concentration...
...the "COLD FILL RANGE" in a responsible manner. If the level falls below 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. 214 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Follow your local authorized recycling center...and distilled water, which equates to a freeze point of -34°F (-36°C). RE D TU LE A RN RECYCLE ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of coolant falls below , add coolant per the instructions in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. If the concentration...
Owner's Manual
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...the windshield. • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored), VC-7-A (U.S., except CA and OR), VC-7-B (CA and OR only), meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D with a pressurized cap, or if it difficult to 216 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)...with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). Mixing Motorcraft Speciality Orange Engine Coolant or any engine coolants mixed with a 50/50 mixture of water without engine coolant) can burn you spill coolant on hot engine parts. For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with your factory filled...
...the windshield. • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored), VC-7-A (U.S., except CA and OR), VC-7-B (CA and OR only), meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D with a pressurized cap, or if it difficult to 216 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)...with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). Mixing Motorcraft Speciality Orange Engine Coolant or any engine coolants mixed with a 50/50 mixture of water without engine coolant) can burn you spill coolant on hot engine parts. For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with your factory filled...
Owner's Manual
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...technician. See the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used. 224 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement, see your vehicle is an ... warranty may have run out of fuel: • You may come on the • The Service engine soon indicator, refer to ON several times after start-up with an authorized Motorcraft part. If the problems persist below this situation may be labeled as a "2". If you have an adverse...
...technician. See the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used. 224 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement, see your vehicle is an ... warranty may have run out of fuel: • You may come on the • The Service engine soon indicator, refer to ON several times after start-up with an authorized Motorcraft part. If the problems persist below this situation may be labeled as a "2". If you have an adverse...
Owner's Manual
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... emission control components continue to work properly: • Use only unleaded fuel (or E85, if equipped with the 3.0L FFV V6 engine). • Avoid running out of the window sticker. Your fuel economy may result in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide are used for maintenance...the method of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in your vehicle to its emissions system. By law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, 228 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002),...
... emission control components continue to work properly: • Use only unleaded fuel (or E85, if equipped with the 3.0L FFV V6 engine). • Avoid running out of the window sticker. Your fuel economy may result in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide are used for maintenance...the method of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in your vehicle to its emissions system. By law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, 228 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002),...
Owner's Manual
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..., treatments or cleaning agents. Replace the PCV valve with ones that meets Ford material and design specifications for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used . Replace the spark plugs with one of the items listed in the Scheduled... components. The customer warranty may be void for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be voided for spark plug gap information. 234 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) The use the correct...
..., treatments or cleaning agents. Replace the PCV valve with ones that meets Ford material and design specifications for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used . Replace the spark plugs with one of the items listed in the Scheduled... components. The customer warranty may be void for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be voided for spark plug gap information. 234 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) The use the correct...
Owner's Manual
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...REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Brake fluid Ford Part Name Application Motorcraft High All Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Motorcraft 3.0L V6 Vulcan Premium Gold engine Engine Coolant 3.0L V6 Duratec (yellow-colored) engine Motorcraft SAE 3.0L V6 Vulcan 5W-20 Premium engine Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US)... vehicle. Use of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. 235 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Engine oil need only meet the requirements of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory.
...REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Brake fluid Ford Part Name Application Motorcraft High All Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Motorcraft 3.0L V6 Vulcan Premium Gold engine Engine Coolant 3.0L V6 Duratec (yellow-colored) engine Motorcraft SAE 3.0L V6 Vulcan 5W-20 Premium engine Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US)... vehicle. Use of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. 235 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Engine oil need only meet the requirements of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory.
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...DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Multi-Purpose Grease Ford Part Number PM-1 Ford Specification ESA-M6C25-A and DOT 3 Door latch, hood latch, auxiliary hood latch, seat tracks, trunk and liftgate latches Lock cylinders Automatic transaxle ( 4F50N 1) Engine oil XG-4 or XL-5 ESR-M1C159-A or ESA...Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is of the correct type. Check the container to determine the correct service interval. 236 1 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide to verify the fluid ...
...DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Multi-Purpose Grease Ford Part Number PM-1 Ford Specification ESA-M6C25-A and DOT 3 Door latch, hood latch, auxiliary hood latch, seat tracks, trunk and liftgate latches Lock cylinders Automatic transaxle ( 4F50N 1) Engine oil XG-4 or XL-5 ESR-M1C159-A or ESA...Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is of the correct type. Check the container to determine the correct service interval. 236 1 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide to verify the fluid ...
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...202 Ford Extended Service Plan ...194 Getting assistance outside the U.S. Index Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...198 instrument panel ...200 interior ...200 interior trim ...201 plastic parts ...199 washing ...197 waxing ...197 wheels ...198 wiper blades ...200 Climate control ......174 Emission control system ...228 Engine ...237 cleaning ...198 coolant ...214 idle speed control ...212 lubrication specifications ...236-237 refill capacities ...235 service points ...205-206 starting after a collision ...174 Engine block heater ...164 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-...
...202 Ford Extended Service Plan ...194 Getting assistance outside the U.S. Index Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...198 instrument panel ...200 interior ...200 interior trim ...201 plastic parts ...199 washing ...197 waxing ...197 wheels ...198 wiper blades ...200 Climate control ......174 Emission control system ...228 Engine ...237 cleaning ...198 coolant ...214 idle speed control ...212 lubrication specifications ...236-237 refill capacities ...235 service points ...205-206 starting after a collision ...174 Engine block heater ...164 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-...
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...mirrors (power) ...49 Moon roof ...53 Motorcraft parts ...224, 234 O Octane rating ...222 Oil (see Engine oil) ...208 Overdrive ...169 P Parking brake ...166 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...234 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor ...93 Power ...distribution box (see Fuses) ...179 Power door locks ...72 Power mirrors ...49 Power point ...47 Power steering ...168 fluid, checking and adding ...230 fluid, refill capacity ...235 fluid, specifications ...236-237 Power Windows ...48 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable...
...mirrors (power) ...49 Moon roof ...53 Motorcraft parts ...224, 234 O Octane rating ...222 Oil (see Engine oil) ...208 Overdrive ...169 P Parking brake ...166 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...234 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor ...93 Power ...distribution box (see Fuses) ...179 Power door locks ...72 Power mirrors ...49 Power point ...47 Power steering ...168 fluid, checking and adding ...230 fluid, refill capacity ...235 fluid, specifications ...236-237 Power Windows ...48 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable...
Warranty Guide 7th Printing
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... program. • You are subject to meet all other covered parts. • Heavy duty vehicles (vehicles with a gross vehicle weight over 8,500 pounds) - 5 years or 100,000 miles (whichever occurs first) for covered diesel engine parts; - 5 years or 50,000 miles (whichever occurs first) for... : • Passenger cars, light duty trucks (vehicles with a GVWR of covered parts. EMISSIONS DEFECT WARRANTY COVERAGE During the warranty coverage period, Ford Motor ...
... program. • You are subject to meet all other covered parts. • Heavy duty vehicles (vehicles with a gross vehicle weight over 8,500 pounds) - 5 years or 100,000 miles (whichever occurs first) for covered diesel engine parts; - 5 years or 50,000 miles (whichever occurs first) for... : • Passenger cars, light duty trucks (vehicles with a GVWR of covered parts. EMISSIONS DEFECT WARRANTY COVERAGE During the warranty coverage period, Ford Motor ...
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...years or 24,000 miles (whichever occurs first) for all other covered parts. • Heavy duty vehicles (vehicles with a gross vehicle weight over 8,500 pounds) - 5 years or 100,000 miles (whichever occurs first) for covered diesel engine parts; - 5 years or 50,000 miles (whichever occurs first) for list... of this booklet. See WHAT IS COVERED for all other covered parts. Note that the warranty period begins on the Warranty Start Date as specified...
...years or 24,000 miles (whichever occurs first) for all other covered parts. • Heavy duty vehicles (vehicles with a gross vehicle weight over 8,500 pounds) - 5 years or 100,000 miles (whichever occurs first) for covered diesel engine parts; - 5 years or 50,000 miles (whichever occurs first) for list... of this booklet. See WHAT IS COVERED for all other covered parts. Note that the warranty period begins on the Warranty Start Date as specified...