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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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...light remains on . If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your catalytic converter...the engine is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. Drive in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 10 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator ...
...light remains on . If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your catalytic converter...the engine is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. Drive in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 10 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator ...
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This re-cooling of the interior air is turned off. : Distributes air through the instrument panel and floor vents. : Distributes air through the floor vents. : Distributes air through the windshield defroster .... OFF: Outside air is shut out and the climate system is more information, refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter. 23 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Climate Controls Climate Controls MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Air flow selections...
This re-cooling of the interior air is turned off. : Distributes air through the instrument panel and floor vents. : Distributes air through the floor vents. : Distributes air through the windshield defroster .... OFF: Outside air is shut out and the climate system is more information, refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter. 23 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Climate Controls Climate Controls MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Air flow selections...
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...4. Passenger airbag off: Indicates whether the front airbag is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C). 25 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Recirculated air: Press to increase or decrease the temperature in the ...Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. cabin. Recirculation may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of time to Front passenger sensing system in the cabin. Note: The recommended vehicle cabin setting is ON or OFF. Temperature control...
...4. Passenger airbag off: Indicates whether the front airbag is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C). 25 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Recirculated air: Press to increase or decrease the temperature in the ...Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. cabin. Recirculation may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of time to Front passenger sensing system in the cabin. Note: The recommended vehicle cabin setting is ON or OFF. Temperature control...
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...the concentration of airborne particles such as dust, spores and pollen in front of the vehicle. Press the rear defroster control to the interior of the rear window. To manually turn off automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is activated. For more information refer ...clear the rear window of the rear window or to customers: • Improves the customer's driving comfort by your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury Dealer. 28 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Activating the rear window defroster will not be in ...
...the concentration of airborne particles such as dust, spores and pollen in front of the vehicle. Press the rear defroster control to the interior of the rear window. To manually turn off automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is activated. For more information refer ...clear the rear window of the rear window or to customers: • Improves the customer's driving comfort by your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury Dealer. 28 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Activating the rear window defroster will not be in ...
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... center from the ground and mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at the assembly plant. Turn on the interior lamps. Lights PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable switches in front of a wall or screen on... 25 feet (7.6 meters) away. • (1) Eight feet • (2) Center height of lamp to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood. 31 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)
... center from the ground and mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at the assembly plant. Turn on the interior lamps. Lights PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable switches in front of a wall or screen on... 25 feet (7.6 meters) away. • (1) Eight feet • (2) Center height of lamp to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood. 31 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)
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... come on either front door has been opened . A Dome lamp (with moon roof) • ON or D : The dome light will stay on at all. Lights INTERIOR LAMPS Map lamps/dome lamp (without moon roof) The map lamp controls are located on the dome lamp manually, move the panel dimmer control to.... The dome lamp will only come on . • DOOR or middle position: The dome light will illuminate whenever a front door is closed . 33 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) To turn on the dome lamp.
... come on either front door has been opened . A Dome lamp (with moon roof) • ON or D : The dome light will stay on at all. Lights INTERIOR LAMPS Map lamps/dome lamp (without moon roof) The map lamp controls are located on the dome lamp manually, move the panel dimmer control to.... The dome lamp will only come on . • DOOR or middle position: The dome light will illuminate whenever a front door is closed . 33 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) To turn on the dome lamp.
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INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL (SEDANS) Press the remote trunk release control on the handle under the license plate lamp shield. LIFTGATE (WAGON ONLY) You can open and ... and the liftgate window from inside 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) It cannot be opened from outside the vehicle. To lock the liftgate and the liftgate...
INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL (SEDANS) Press the remote trunk release control on the handle under the license plate lamp shield. LIFTGATE (WAGON ONLY) You can open and ... and the liftgate window from inside 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) It cannot be opened from outside the vehicle. To lock the liftgate and the liftgate...
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...not to play in vehicles. On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Locks and Security INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE Your vehicle is composed of a material that provides a means of escape... compartment locked and keep keys and remote transmitters out of people or animals to ambient light. Adults are particularly at risk. 74 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Children should be located either on the trunk lid. Exposure ...
...not to play in vehicles. On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Locks and Security INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE Your vehicle is composed of a material that provides a means of escape... compartment locked and keep keys and remote transmitters out of people or animals to ambient light. Adults are particularly at risk. 74 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Children should be located either on the trunk lid. Exposure ...
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... The remote entry system comes with RS-210 of the FCC rules and with an illuminated entry feature. This feature turns on the interior lamps for compliance could be caused by the party responsible for 25 seconds or until the ignition is subject to operate the equipment. ... sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to your remote entry transmitter is in troubleshooting the problem. Note: The interior lamps will not work. 75 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) The remote entry system allows you to the...
... The remote entry system comes with RS-210 of the FCC rules and with an illuminated entry feature. This feature turns on the interior lamps for compliance could be caused by the party responsible for 25 seconds or until the ignition is subject to operate the equipment. ... sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to your remote entry transmitter is in troubleshooting the problem. Note: The interior lamps will not work. 75 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) The remote entry system allows you to the...
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... will flash for the alarm to lock all doors and liftgate (wagon) are closed . Note: The panic alarm will not turn off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition is open. Opening the trunk Press once to activate the alarm. Sounding a panic alarm to unlock the trunk... or liftgate (wagon). 76 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Press again or turn off the interior lamps (if they have been turned on ) and arm the anti-theft system. Press and release...
... will flash for the alarm to lock all doors and liftgate (wagon) are closed . Note: The panic alarm will not turn off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition is open. Opening the trunk Press once to activate the alarm. Sounding a panic alarm to unlock the trunk... or liftgate (wagon). 76 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Press again or turn off the interior lamps (if they have been turned on ) and arm the anti-theft system. Press and release...
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...remote entry transmitter has been programmed. 8. Note: The eighth turn off position for the illuminated entry system to operate. 78 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Note: If more than 20 seconds have passed you... Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter. The doors will turn must end in the ignition. 1 5 3. Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is electronically unlocked. 4 2. To reprogram the remote entry 3 transmitters: 2 1. Repeat Step 6 to 3 (...
...remote entry transmitter has been programmed. 8. Note: The eighth turn off position for the illuminated entry system to operate. 78 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Note: If more than 20 seconds have passed you... Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter. The doors will turn must end in the ignition. 1 5 3. Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is electronically unlocked. 4 2. To reprogram the remote entry 3 transmitters: 2 1. Repeat Step 6 to 3 (...
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...unlock control 3 times. 2. Locks and Security The inside lights will chirp one time as confirmation that the programming mode is staged. 79 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Turn the ignition to enable/disable the perimeter lamps feature (Note:...• Puddle lamps (if equipped) • Head lamps • Park lamps • Tail lamps The system will shut off the interior lamps 10 minutes after 25 seconds of illumination. You may enable/disable this feature by having your vehicle serviced by your authorized dealer. The ...
...unlock control 3 times. 2. Locks and Security The inside lights will chirp one time as confirmation that the programming mode is staged. 79 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Turn the ignition to enable/disable the perimeter lamps feature (Note:...• Puddle lamps (if equipped) • Head lamps • Park lamps • Tail lamps The system will shut off the interior lamps 10 minutes after 25 seconds of illumination. You may enable/disable this feature by having your vehicle serviced by your authorized dealer. The ...
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... horn will chirp twice to the module. Note: The horn will chirp once to lock all vehicle doors and end programming mode. 80 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Note: The puddle lamps (if equipped) cannot be operated with the factory ... head, park and tail lamps. performing this code is located on the computer module, and is complete. Note: The keyless entry keypad and interior lights will illuminate and the driver's door will again lock then unlock, to confirm that uses five of each other. 4. Enter your own ...
... horn will chirp twice to the module. Note: The horn will chirp once to lock all vehicle doors and end programming mode. 80 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Note: The puddle lamps (if equipped) cannot be operated with the factory ... head, park and tail lamps. performing this code is located on the computer module, and is complete. Note: The keyless entry keypad and interior lights will illuminate and the driver's door will again lock then unlock, to confirm that uses five of each other. 4. Enter your own ...
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...code or your personal code, then press the 5 • 6 control within five seconds of completing Step 1. 3. The keyless entry keypad and interior lights will illuminate and the driver's door will illuminate. Enter the factory set code or your personal code, then press the 3 • ... • 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) Note: To exit programming mode, either wait 5 seconds after pressing 1 •...
...code or your personal code, then press the 5 • 6 control within five seconds of completing Step 1. 3. The keyless entry keypad and interior lights will illuminate and the driver's door will illuminate. Enter the factory set code or your personal code, then press the 3 • ... • 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) Note: To exit programming mode, either wait 5 seconds after pressing 1 •...
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...if either damage or improper operation is designed to work properly and are not damaged. Seating and Safety Restraints Do not use extensions to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. Inspect the safety belts to make sure they do not need to make sure there are intended as a ...108 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) All safety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle assemblies, ...
...if either damage or improper operation is designed to work properly and are not damaged. Seating and Safety Restraints Do not use extensions to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. Inspect the safety belts to make sure they do not need to make sure there are intended as a ...108 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) All safety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle assemblies, ...
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... these tips: • The windshield, rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with Motorcraft Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-41). 200 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Be sure to replace wiper blades when they may be cleaned regularly. ... scratches. • Do not use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean the inside of the rear window or to the interior painted surfaces. Cleaning WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be the cause. The dull finish ...
... these tips: • The windshield, rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with Motorcraft Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-41). 200 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Be sure to replace wiper blades when they may be cleaned regularly. ... scratches. • Do not use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean the inside of the rear window or to the interior painted surfaces. Cleaning WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be the cause. The dull finish ...
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... immediately to avoid permanent staining. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of the side air bag in contact with leather upholstery. INTERIOR TRIM • Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth, then dry by wiping with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-11-A). Do... with cleaning solution. • Do not use the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit (ZC-11-D), available from packed dirt. 201 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Such products could contaminate the side air bag system and affect...
... immediately to avoid permanent staining. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of the side air bag in contact with leather upholstery. INTERIOR TRIM • Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth, then dry by wiping with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-11-A). Do... with cleaning solution. • Do not use the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit (ZC-11-D), available from packed dirt. 201 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable (sab), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Such products could contaminate the side air bag system and affect...
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...or visit our online store at: www.mercuryaccessories.com. The accessory will repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Mercury Accessory found to be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit: • 12 months or 12,000 miles (...Mercury or Ford of several Genuine Mercury Accessory products. In addition, each accessory is a list of Canada dealer. Exterior style Bug shields Deflectors Front end covers Splash guards Door edge guards Spoiler Interior style Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors Floor mats 241 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable...
...or visit our online store at: www.mercuryaccessories.com. The accessory will repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Mercury Accessory found to be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit: • 12 months or 12,000 miles (...Mercury or Ford of several Genuine Mercury Accessory products. In addition, each accessory is a list of Canada dealer. Exterior style Bug shields Deflectors Front end covers Splash guards Door edge guards Spoiler Interior style Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors Floor mats 241 REVIEW COPY 2005 Sable...
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...running lamps (see Speed control) ...50 Customer Assistance ...173 Ford accessories for 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 (see Air conditioning ......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-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Index Cleaning your vehicle ...202 Ford Extended Service Plan ...
...running lamps (see Speed control) ...50 Customer Assistance ...173 Ford accessories for 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 (see Air conditioning ......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-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Index Cleaning your vehicle ...202 Ford Extended Service Plan ...