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3.0L
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3.0L
Duratec
engine
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Never
wash
or
rinse
the
engine
while
it
is
running;
water
in
the
running
engine
may
cause
internal
damage.
PLASTIC
(NON-PAINTED)
EXTERIOR
PARTS
Use
only
approved
products
to
clean
plastic
parts.
These
products
are
available
from
your
dealer
.
•
For
routine
cleaning,
use
Motorcraft
Detail
W
ash
(ZC-3
–
A).
2004
Sable
(sab)
Owners
Guide
(post-2002-fmt)
USA
English
(fus)
Cleaning
181
181
183
Table of Contents
Default Chapter
2
Table of Contents
2
Introduction
5
Safety and Environment Protection
6
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
6
Protecting the Environment
6
Service Data Recording
7
Event Data Recording
7
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
9
Instrument Cluster
11
Check Fuel Cap
11
Service Engine Soon
11
Warning and Control Lights
11
Warning Lights and Chimes
11
Air Bag Readiness
12
Anti-Lock Brake System
12
Brake System Warning Light
12
Safety Belt
12
Engine Oil Pressure
13
Securilock
13
Speed Control
13
Traction Control
13
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
14
Gauges
14
Speedometer
14
Tachometer
14
Fuel Gauge
15
Odometer
15
Trip Odometer
15
Entertainment Systems
16
Am/Fm Stereo Cassette/Mach Audio System with Am/Fm Stereo Cassette
16
Audio System with Am/Fm Stereo/Single CD Player
19
CD Changer
21
Cassette/Player Care
22
Radio Frequencies
22
Radio Reception Factors
22
CD/CD Player Care
23
Climate Controls
24
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
24
Operating Tips
25
Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (Eatc) System
26
Rear Window Defroster
28
Cabin Air Filter
29
Lights
30
Autolamp Control
30
Foglamp Control
30
Headlamp Control
30
Flash to Pass
31
High Beams
31
Panel Dimmer Control
31
Aiming the Headlamps
32
Vertical Aim Adjustment
32
Interior Lamps
33
Replacing the Interior Bulbs
33
Turn Signal Control
33
Dome Lamps and Map Lamps
34
Bulb Replacement
35
Rear Dome Lamp
35
Using the Right Bulbs
35
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
37
To Install the New Bulb
38
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal/Cornering Lamp Bulbs
39
Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Assembly
40
Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
41
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
43
Replacing Tail/Brake/Turn Signal/Backup Lamp Bulbs
44
Driver Controls
46
Multi-Function Lever
46
Rear Window Wiper and Washer
46
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
46
Changing the Wiper Blades
47
Steering Wheel Adjustment
47
Tilt Steering Wheel
47
Auxiliary Power Point
48
Illuminated Visor Mirror
48
Mirrors
49
One Touch down
49
Power Windows
49
Window Lock
49
Heated Outside Mirrors
50
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals
51
Setting Speed Control
51
Disengaging Speed Control
52
Resuming a Set Speed
52
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
53
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
53
Homelink Wireless Control System
54
Moon Roof
54
Turning off Speed Control
54
Programming
55
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
57
Operating the Homelink Wireless Control System
57
Erasing Homelink Buttons
58
Message Center
58
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
58
Selectable Features
58
Distance to Empty (DTE)
59
Info Menu
59
Average Fuel Economy (AFE)
60
Trip Elapsed Drive Time
60
Compass Display
61
Compass Zone/Calibration Adjustment
61
Outside Air Temperature
61
Language
63
Setup Menu
63
Units (English/Metric)
63
System Check
64
System Warnings
64
Center Console
67
Cell Phone Use
68
Positive Retention Floor Mat
68
Cargo Area Features
69
Interior Trunk Control
69
Liftgate (Wagon Only)
69
Storage Compartment (Wagon)
69
Cargo Cover
70
Cargo Net (Wagon)
70
Rewinding the Shade
70
Cargo Utility Hooks (Sedan)
71
Luggage Rack
72
Locks and Security
73
Keys
73
Power Door Locks
73
Power Door Lock Disable Feature
73
Interior Luggage Compartment Release
74
Childproof Door Locks
74
Remote Entry System
75
Unlocking the Doors
76
Locking the Doors
77
Sounding a Panic Alarm
77
Opening the Trunk
77
Replacing the Battery
77
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters
78
How to Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters
78
Illuminated Entry
79
Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry
79
Deactivating/Activating Perimeter Lamps
80
Keyless Entry System
81
Programming a Personal Entry Code
81
Erasing Personal Codes
82
Unlocking and Locking the Doors Using Keyless Entry
82
Autolock
82
Relock
82
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
83
Theft Indicator
84
Automatic Arming
84
Automatic Disarming
84
Replacement Keys
84
Programming Spare Keys
85
Perimeter Alarm System
86
Arming the System
86
Disarming the System
87
Triggering the Anti-Theft System
87
Seating and Safety Restraints
88
Adjustable Head Restraints
88
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
89
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
89
2Nd Seat/Split-Folding Rear Seat (if Equipped)
90
Adjusting the Front Power Seat
90
Rear Seats
90
3Rd Seat
91
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
92
Personal Safety System
92
Safety Restraints
92
Driver and Passenger Dual-Stage Air Bag Supplemental Restraints
93
Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
93
Front Crash Severity Sensor
93
Front Passenger Sensing System
93
Front Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors
94
Front Safety Belt Pretensioners
94
Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors
94
Safety Belt Precautions
95
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
96
Automatic Locking Mode
97
Energy Management Retractors
97
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
97
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
98
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
98
Safety Belt Pretensioner
99
Adjusting the Center Front Lap Belt
100
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment
100
Safety Belt Usage Sensors
100
Safety Belts for Rear-Facing Occupants (Wagon Only)
101
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
102
Beltminder
103
Conditions of Operation
103
Deactivating/Activating the Beltminder Feature
106
One Time Disable
106
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
107
Safety Belt Maintenance
107
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
108
Important Supplemental Restraint System Precautions
109
Children and Air Bags
110
How Do the Air Bag Supplemental Restraints Work?
111
Determining if the System Is Operational
114
Side Air Bag System
114
How Does the Side Air Bag System Work?
115
Disposal of Air Bags and Air Bag Equipped Vehicles
116
Important Child Restraint Precautions
116
Safety Restraints for Children
116
Child Booster Seats
117
Children and Safety Belts
117
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
117
Types of Booster Seats
118
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
119
Safety Seats for Children
119
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
119
Installing Child Safety Seats with Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
121
Installing Child Safety Seats in the Lap Belt Seating Positions
123
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
124
Attaching Safety Seats with LATCH Attachments for Child Seat Anchors
126
Driving
129
Starting
129
Positions of the Ignition
129
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
129
Important Safety Precautions
130
Starting the Engine
132
Cold Weather Starting (Flexible Fuel Vehicles Only)
132
If the Engine Fails to Start Using the Preceding Instructions
132
Brakes
133
Using the Engine Block Heater
133
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
133
Important Ventilating Information
133
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
134
Using ABS
134
ABS Warning Lamp
134
Parking Brake
135
Park Brake Warning Chime
135
Traction Control
135
Steering
136
Automatic Transaxle Operation
137
Brake-Shift Interlock
137
Transmission Operation
137
Driving with an Automatic Overdrive Transaxle
138
Driving through Water
141
Vehicle Loading – with and Without a Trailer
141
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
141
Base Curb Weight
141
Trailer Towing
144
Preparing to Tow
146
Hitches
146
Safety Chains
146
Trailer Brakes
146
Recreational Towing
147
Driving While You Tow
147
Servicing after Towing
147
Trailer Towing Tips
147
Roadside Emergencies
149
Getting Roadside Assistance
149
Using Roadside Assistance
149
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
150
Hazard Flasher Switch
150
Fuses and Relays
152
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
152
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
152
Fuses Codes
153
Power Distribution Box
155
High-Current Fuses
156
Relays
157
Changing the Tires
158
Temporary Spare Tire Information
158
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
159
Tire Change Procedure
160
Jump Starting Your Vehicle
163
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
163
Preparing Your Vehicle
163
Connecting the Jumper Cables
164
Jump Starting
166
Removing the Jumper Cables
167
Wrecker Towing
169
Customer Assistance
171
Ford Extended Service Plan
173
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
179
Cleaning
180
Washing the Exterior
180
Waxing
180
Paint Chips
180
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
181
Engine
181
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
182
Windows and Wiper Blades
183
Instrument Panel and Cluster Lens
183
Interior
183
Leather Seats
184
Interior Trim
184
Underbody
184
Maintenance and Specifications
186
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
186
Service Recommendations
186
Working with the Engine off
186
Opening the Hood
187
Working with the Engine on
187
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
188
Windshield Washer Fluid
190
Checking and Adding Washer Fluid for the Liftgate
191
Checking the Engine Oil
191
Adding Engine Oil
193
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
194
Battery
195
Checking Engine Coolant
197
Adding Engine Coolant
198
Recycled Engine Coolant
200
Coolant Refill Capacity
201
Severe Climates
201
Fuel Information
202
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
202
Fuel Filler Cap
204
Choosing the Right Fuel
205
Octane Recommendations
205
FFV Engine
206
Fuel Quality
206
Unleaded Gasoline Engines
206
Cleaner Air
207
Fuel Filter
207
Measuring Techniques
207
Running out of Fuel
207
Calculating Fuel Economy
208
Filling the Tank
208
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
209
Habits
209
Conditions
210
EPA Window Sticker
210
Maintenance
210
Emission Control System
211
On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
212
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
212
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
213
Brake Fluid Reservoir
215
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
215
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
216
Correct Fluid Level
216
High Fluid Level
216
Low Fluid Level
216
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
217
Traction AA a B C
217
Treadwear
217
Glossary of Tire Terminology
218
Temperature a B C
218
Tire Information
218
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
219
Information on “P” Type Tires
219
Information on “T” Type Tires
223
Location of the Tire Label
223
Tire Care
223
Tire Inflation Pressure
223
Tire and Wheel Alignment
225
Tire Rotation
225
Tire Wear
227
Safety Practices
228
Tire Replacement Requirements
228
Highway Hazards
229
Snow Tires and Chains
229
Motorcraft Part Numbers
230
Refill Capacities
231
Lubricant Specifications
232
Certification Label
236
Identifying Your Vehicle
236
Engine Number
237
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
237
Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations
238
Accessories
240
Index
242
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Mercury Sable 2004 Specifications
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Brand
Mercury
Model
Sable 2004
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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