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... and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2004 Ford Motor Company 3 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) 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...
... and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2004 Ford Motor Company 3 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) 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...
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...the time to get well acquainted with your new Mercury. It is given in separate publications. Fuel pump... may describe options before they are generally available. Introduction Introduction CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. CONGRATULATIONS ...defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Remember to your vehicle,...
...the time to get well acquainted with your new Mercury. It is given in separate publications. Fuel pump... may describe options before they are generally available. Introduction Introduction CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. CONGRATULATIONS ...defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Remember to your vehicle,...
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... materials are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. Try not to yourself or others? Warning symbols on oil usage. 5 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-...same speed for more information on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol. See Engine oil in . Information in this respect is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this aim. In this guide, answers to break...
... materials are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. Try not to yourself or others? Warning symbols on oil usage. 5 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-...same speed for more information on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol. See Engine oil in . Information in this respect is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this aim. In this guide, answers to break...
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...your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about both the vehicle and the occupants, potentially including information such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle is provided to access the information ...in the investigation of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. 6 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) In addition, your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada,...
...your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about both the vehicle and the occupants, potentially including information such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle is provided to access the information ...in the investigation of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. 6 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) In addition, your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada,...
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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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.... Drive 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 Fuel filler cap in a moderate fashion ...position to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If any light remains on . Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor ...
.... Drive 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 Fuel filler cap in a moderate fashion ...position to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If any light remains on . Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor ...
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...the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 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 your dealership. Safety belt: Reminds you to the ON position...on , have the system serviced immediately. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is not charging properly. 11 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Air bag readiness: If this time, seek service immediately from your...
...the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 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 your dealership. Safety belt: Reminds you to the ON position...on , have the system serviced immediately. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is not charging properly. 11 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Air bag readiness: If this time, seek service immediately from your...
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... signal: Illuminates when the left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is opened . Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light remains on or flash faster, check for more information. Turns off (the key ...is not in the ignition) and the driver's door is opened . 12 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is deactivated. Headlamps ...
... signal: Illuminates when the left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is opened . Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light remains on or flash faster, check for more information. Turns off (the key ...is not in the ignition) and the driver's door is opened . 12 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is deactivated. Headlamps ...
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Instrument Cluster GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between "H" and "C"). Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. 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) Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is overheating. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature.
Instrument Cluster GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between "H" and "C"). Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. 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) Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is overheating. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature.
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... fuel tank (when the ignition is located. Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. Instrument Cluster Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in the display (this represents the trip mode). Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left 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. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the vehicle the fuel ...
... fuel tank (when the ignition is located. Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. Instrument Cluster Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in the display (this represents the trip mode). Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left 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. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the vehicle the fuel ...
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Start the engine. 3. Press and hold the RESET until the message center display changes to show the current zone setting. 6. Determine your geographic location is displayed on the ... the CAL indicator changes to complete calibration. 4. The top of heading information, the compass will need to start the compass calibration function. 61 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Note: If the compass displays CAL 000000.0 mi instead of the message center must be...
Start the engine. 3. Press and hold the RESET until the message center display changes to show the current zone setting. 6. Determine your geographic location is displayed on the ... the CAL indicator changes to complete calibration. 4. The top of heading information, the compass will need to start the compass calibration function. 61 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Note: If the compass displays CAL 000000.0 mi instead of the message center must be...
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...sequence of the system check report is pressed PLEASE CLOSE DOOR will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages. ENGINE TEMP 8. TRACTION CONTROL (if equipped) System warnings System warnings alert you acknowledge the warning by displaying each of a multiple warning situation,...OK message or a warning message for two 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) This allows you to use the full functionality of the ...
...sequence of the system check report is pressed PLEASE CLOSE DOOR will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages. ENGINE TEMP 8. TRACTION CONTROL (if equipped) System warnings System warnings alert you acknowledge the warning by displaying each of a multiple warning situation,...OK message or a warning message for two 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) This allows you to use the full functionality of the ...
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...rear door ajar Park brake engaged Status Warning cannot be reset (CLOSE DOOR TO RESET) will be displayed Warning returns after 10 minutes REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the right rear door ...the reset. • They will not reappear until a condition 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...
...rear door ajar Park brake engaged Status Warning cannot be reset (CLOSE DOOR TO RESET) will be displayed Warning returns after 10 minutes REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the right rear door ...the reset. • They will not reappear until a condition 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...
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...Displayed when the fuel filler cap is overheating. Displayed when the electrical system is overheating. 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) Refer to Checking ... in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for proper installation. CHECK TRANSMISSION. Check the fuel filler cap for information about adding engine oil. CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM. OIL PRESSURE LOW. Displayed when the brake system needs servicing. Driver Controls PARK BRAKE ENGAGED....
...Displayed when the fuel filler cap is overheating. Displayed when the electrical system is overheating. 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) Refer to Checking ... in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for proper installation. CHECK TRANSMISSION. Check the fuel filler cap for information about adding engine oil. CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM. OIL PRESSURE LOW. Displayed when the brake system needs servicing. Driver Controls PARK BRAKE ENGAGED....
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...) • 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 (snap-in... 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 ...
...) • 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 (snap-in... 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 ...
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...available from your vehicle. Note: All doors must be repeated. RELOCK The autolock feature repeats when the following conditions are closed, • the engine is running , and • you shift into gear, putting the vehicle in motion, and. • the vehicle's speed is opened ...then closed throughout the process. 72 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) TO DEACTIVATE/REACTIVATE THE AUTOLOCK FEATURE USING THE POWER DOOR UNLOCK ...
...available from your vehicle. Note: All doors must be repeated. RELOCK The autolock feature repeats when the following conditions are closed, • the engine is running , and • you shift into gear, putting the vehicle in motion, and. • the vehicle's speed is opened ...then closed throughout the process. 72 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) TO DEACTIVATE/REACTIVATE THE AUTOLOCK FEATURE USING THE POWER DOOR UNLOCK ...
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...9 • 0 at the same time. Autolock (if equipped) This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the following conditions 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 (fus) The keyless entry keypad and interior lights will illuminate and the driver's...
...9 • 0 at the same time. Autolock (if equipped) This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the following conditions 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 (fus) The keyless entry keypad and interior lights will illuminate and the driver's...
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...THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is staged. 4. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that the programming mode is an engine immobilization system. Turn the ignition to program the coded key. Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on the same key chain may...dealer can program the keys yourself. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle or you must wait 30 seconds. These 82 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus...
...THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is staged. 4. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that the programming mode is an engine immobilization system. Turn the ignition to program the coded key. Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on the same key chain may...dealer can program the keys yourself. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle or you must wait 30 seconds. These 82 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus...
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... and then go out. • If the THEFT indicator stays on the key chain away from your vehicle towed to be programmed. 83 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) The THEFT indicator will flash every two seconds when the vehicle is armed. 2 3 4 1...then turn the ignition off to an authorized dealer for service. The key codes need to be erased from the coded key and restart the engine. Automatic arming The vehicle is in the 4 (ON) position, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is armed ...
... and then go out. • If the THEFT indicator stays on the key chain away from your vehicle towed to be programmed. 83 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) The THEFT indicator will flash every two seconds when the vehicle is armed. 2 3 4 1...then turn the ignition off to an authorized dealer for service. The key codes need to be erased from the coded key and restart the engine. Automatic arming The vehicle is in the 4 (ON) position, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is armed ...
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...the 3 (OFF) position to the 4 (ON) position. Keep the ignition in the 4 1 (ON) position for at least one second. 84 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Within twenty seconds of eight keys can be very costly. Turn the ignition from ... spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your dealer to have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle's engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. • If no more than 10 seconds. 3. Keep the ignition in the 4 (ON) ...
...the 3 (OFF) position to the 4 (ON) position. Keep the ignition in the 4 1 (ON) position for at least one second. 84 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Within twenty seconds of eight keys can be very costly. Turn the ignition from ... spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your dealer to have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle's engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. • If no more than 10 seconds. 3. Keep the ignition in the 4 (ON) ...