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CD
changer
(if
equipped)
Y
our
CD
changer
is
either
located
in
the
trunk,
the
console
or
the
right
side
cargo
area
storage
compartment.
1.
Slide
the
door
to
access
the
CD
changer
magazine.
2.
Press
to
eject
the
magazine.
3.
T
urn
the
magazine
(A)
over
.
4.
Using
the
disc
holder
release
knob
(C),
pull
the
disc
holder
(B)
out
of
the
magazine.
A
B
C
Controls
and
features
42
42
44
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
2
Icons
3
Introduction
3
Information about this Guide
4
Warnings
4
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
4
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
5
Instrumentation
7
Warning Lights and Chimes
9
Turn Signal
9
High Beams
9
Traction Control Active
9
Service Engine Soon
10
Check Fuel Cap
10
Safety Belt
10
Door Ajar
10
Light Turns on Solid
11
Light Is Blinking
11
Low Fuel
12
Low Coolant
12
Anti-Theft System
12
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
12
Controls and Features
12
Engine Oil Pressure
13
Check Transaxle
13
Speed Control
13
Brake System Warning
13
Charging System
14
Air Bag Readiness
14
Safety Belt Warning Chime
14
Belt Minder Chime
14
Seating and Safety Restraints
14
Gauges
15
Speedometer
15
Tachometer
15
Trip Odometer
16
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
16
Odometer
16
Fuel Gauge
17
Headlamp Control
18
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
18
Controls and Features
18
Foglamp Control
19
Panel Dimmer Control
19
Autolamp Control
19
Fan Speed Control
20
Climate Control System
20
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
20
Rear Window Defroster
20
Temperature Control Knob
21
Operating Tips
22
Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) System
24
Turning the EATC on
24
Turning the EATC off
24
Automatic Operation
25
Temperature Selection
25
Temperature Conversion
26
Fan Speed
26
Manual Override Controls
27
Displaying Outside Temperature
28
Auxiliary Power Point 12V
30
Using Your Audio System
30
MACH Audio System with AM/FM Stereo/Cassette
30
Volume/Power Control
31
AM/FM Select
31
AM/FM Select in Radio Mode
31
AM/FM Select in Tape Mode
31
Tune Adjust for CD Mode
32
Seek Function
32
Tune Adjust in Radio Mode
32
Tune Disc Adjust
32
Scan Function in CD Mode
33
Seek Function in CD Mode
33
Scan Function in Tape Mode
33
Scan Function in Radio Mode
33
Bass/Treble Adjust
34
Speaker Balance/Fade Adjust
34
Inserting a Tape
34
Tape/CD Select
34
Tape Direction Select
35
Fast Forward
35
Rewind
35
Dolby Noise Reduction
36
Shuffle Feature
36
Setting the Clock
36
Compression Adjust
36
Audio System with AM/FM Stereo/Single CD Player
37
Setting Memory Preset Stations
40
CD Changer
43
Troubleshooting the CD Changer
45
If Sound Skips
45
If Your Changer Does Not Work
45
Cleaning Compact Discs
45
Radio Frequency Information
46
Radio Reception Factors
46
Cassette and Cassette Player Care
46
Cleaning Cassette Player
46
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals
47
Traction Control
47
Positions of the Ignition
48
To Turn Speed Control on
48
To Turn Speed Control off
49
To Set a Speed
49
To Set a Higher Set Speed
49
To Set a Lower Set Speed
50
To Disengage Speed Control
50
Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls
51
To Return to a Previously Set Speed
51
Turn Signal Control
51
Indicator Light
51
Mist Function
52
Rear Window Wiper and Washer (Wagon Only)
52
Hazard Flasher
52
Roadside Emergencies
52
Tilt Steering
53
Replacing the Interior Bulbs
53
Dome Lamps and Map Lamps
53
The Dome Lamp Lights When
54
Rear Dome Lamp
54
Illuminated Visor Mirror
55
Moon Roof
55
Wireless Interface Module (Wim) Cell Phone System
55
Power Windows
57
One Touch down
57
Window Lock
58
Accessory Delay
58
Power Door Locks
58
Childproof Door Locks
58
Heated Outside Mirrors
59
To Adjust Your Mirrors
59
Power Side View Mirrors
59
Center Console
60
Positive Retention Floor Mat
60
Trunk Remote Control
61
Liftgate (Wagon Only)
61
Cargo Area Features
62
Storage Compartment
62
Cargo Net (Wagon)
62
Cargo Cover
62
Rewinding the Shade
63
Remote Entry System
64
Cargo Utility Hooks (Sedan)
64
Unlocking the Liftgate/Trunk
65
Locking the Doors/Liftgate
65
Unlocking the Doors/Liftgate
65
Sounding a Panic Alarm
66
Illuminated Entry
66
Replacing Lost Transmitters
66
Programming Remote Transmitters
67
To Program the Transmitters Yourself
67
Replacing the Battery
67
To Replace the Battery
68
Perimeter Alarm System
68
Arming the System
68
Disarming the System
69
Triggering the Anti-Theft System
70
Keyless Entry System
70
The Factory-Set Code Is Located
71
Programming Your Own Personal Entry Code
71
Erasing Personal Code
71
Autolock
72
Deactivating/Activating Autolock
73
Deactivating/Activating Horn Chirp
73
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
74
Automatic Arming
74
Automatic Disarming
74
Key Information
74
Programming Spare Keys
76
Interior Luggage Compartment Release
77
Adjustable Head Restraints
78
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
78
Seating and Safety Restraints
78
Adjusting the Front Power Seat
79
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
80
Rear Seats
81
2Nd Seat/Split-Folding Rear Seat
81
3Rd Seat (Wagon Only)
81
To Open up the Seat
81
Safety Restraints
82
Personal Safety System
82
Determining if the Personal Safety System Is Operational
83
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
83
When Are the Front Air Bags and Pretensioners Deployed?
84
Safety Belt Precautions
84
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
85
Energy Management Retractors
86
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
87
Automatic Locking Mode
87
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
87
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
88
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
88
Safety Belt Pretensioner
89
Safety Belt Usage Sensors
89
Adjusting the Center Lap Belt
90
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment
90
Safety Belts for Rear-Facing Occupants (Wagon Only)
91
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
92
Conditions of Operation
93
Belt Minder
93
One Time Disable
95
Deactivating/Activating the Belt Minder Feature
95
Safety Belt Maintenance
96
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System
97
How Do the Air Bag Supplemental Restraints Work?
98
Important Supplemental Restraint System Precautions
98
Children and Air Bags
100
Determining if the System Is Operational
100
Side Air Bag System
102
How Does the Side Air Bag System Work?
103
Safety Restraints for Children
104
Disposal of Air Bags and Air Bag Equipped Vehicles
104
Important Child Restraint Precautions
104
Children and Safety Belts
105
Safety Seats for Children
106
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
106
When Installing a Child Safety Seat
106
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
110
Installing Child Safety Seats in the Lap Belt Seating Positions
110
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
114
Important Safety Precautions
114
Before Starting the Vehicle
114
Starting
114
Starting the Engine
116
Using the Engine Block Heater
117
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
117
Important Ventilating Information
118
Brakes
119
Driving
119
Using ABS
120
ABS Warning Lamp
120
Parking Brake
121
Steering
123
Automatic Transaxle Operation
124
Brake-Shift Interlock
124
Driving with an Automatic Overdrive Transaxle
125
Understanding Gearshift Positions
126
R (Reverse)
126
Vehicle Loading
129
Base Curb Weight
129
Payload
129
Driving through Water
130
3.0L 2-Valve Vulcan Engine
131
Trailer Towing
131
Safety Chains
132
3.0L 4-Valve Duratec Engine
132
Hitches
132
Preparing to Tow
132
Trailer Brakes
133
Trailer Lamps
133
Driving While You Tow
133
When Towing a Trailer
133
Recreational Towing
134
All Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Vehicles
134
To Adjust Cross-Bar Position
135
Luggage Rack
135
Using Roadside Assistance
136
Fuel Delivery
136
Getting Roadside Assistance
136
Roadside Emergencies
136
Resetting the Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
137
Fuses and Relays
139
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
139
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
140
Fuses Codes
140
Power Distribution Box
142
High-Current Fuses
143
Temporary Spare Tire Information
144
Changing the Tires
144
Relays
144
Tire Change Procedure
145
Jump Starting Your Vehicle
148
Preparing Your Vehicle
148
Connecting the Jumper Cables
149
Jump Starting
151
Removing the Jumper Cables
151
Wrecker Towing
153
To Help You Service Your Vehicle
154
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
154
Service Recommendations
154
Maintenance and Care
154
Opening the Hood
155
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
156
3.0L V6 Vulcan Engine
156
3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec Engine
157
Engine Oil
158
Checking the Engine Oil
158
Adding Engine Oil
159
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
160
Brake Fluid
161
Checking and Adding Brake Fluid
161
Washer Fluid
162
Windshield Washer Fluid
162
Engine Coolant
163
Checking and Adding Washer Fluid for the Liftgate
163
Checking Engine Coolant
163
Adding Engine Coolant
164
Recycled Engine Coolant
166
Coolant Refill Capacity
166
Severe Climates
167
If You Drive in Extremely Hot Climates
167
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
168
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
169
Transmission Fluid
169
Low Fluid Level
170
Correct Fluid Level
170
High Fluid Level
170
Cabin Air Filter
171
Windshield Wiper Blades
178
Checking the Wiper Blades
178
Changing the Wiper Blades
179
To Replace the Wiper Blades
179
Rear Window Wiper Blades
179
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
179
Temperature a B C
180
Traction AA a B C
180
Treadwear
180
Servicing Your Tires
181
Checking the Tire Pressure
181
Tire Rotation
181
Replacing the Tires
182
Snow Tires and Chains
182
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
183
Fuel Filler Cap
185
When Fueling Your Vehicle
185
Fuel Quality
186
Octane Recommendations
186
Choosing the Right Fuel
186
Cleaner Air
187
Running out of Fuel
187
If You Have Run out of Fuel
187
Fuel Filter
187
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
188
Measuring Techniques
188
Filling the Tank
188
Calculating Fuel Economy
189
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
189
Habits
189
Maintenance
190
Conditions
190
EPA Window Sticker
191
Emission Control System
191
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
192
Bulbs
193
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
193
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
194
To Remove the Headlamp Bulb
194
To Install the New Bulb
195
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal/Cornering Lamp Bulbs
196
Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs — Sedan Only
197
Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs — Wagon Only
198
Sedan
200
Wagon
200
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
200
Replacing Tail/Brake/Turn Signal/Backup Lamp Bulbs
201
Using the Right Bulbs
202
Vertical Aim Adjustment
204
Cleaning and Caring for Your Vehicle
205
Washing Your Vehicle
205
Customer Assistance
205
Underbody
206
Waxing Your Vehicle
206
Repairing Paint Chips
206
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
207
Cleaning Mirrors
207
Cleaning Non-Painted Plastic Exterior Parts
207
Cleaning the Wheels
207
Cleaning the Engine
208
Cleaning the Instrument Panel
209
Cleaning the Instrument Cluster Lens
209
Cleaning Seats Equipped with Side Air Bags
209
Woodtone Trim
210
Inside Windows
210
Cleaning and Maintaining the Safety Belts
210
Cleaning Leather Seats
210
Motorcraft Part Numbers
211
Capacities and Specifications
211
Refill Capacities
212
Lubricant Specifications
213
Engine Data
214
Identifying Your Vehicle
216
Certification Label
216
Vehicle Identification Number
217
Engine Number
217
Ford Extended Service Plan
218
Customer Assistance
218
Reporting Safety Defects
231
Index
232
Filling Station Information
240
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Mercury Sable 2001 Specifications
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Brand
Mercury
Model
Sable 2001
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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