Table Of Contents - Mercury Sable 1999 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table Of Contents1
Icons2
Warnings2
Breaking-In Your Vehicle2
Introduction2
Instrumentation4
Warning Lights And Chimes6
Standard Instrument Cluster6
Optional Instrument Cluster6
Turn Signal6
High Beams6
Safety Belt7
Door Ajar7
Service Engine Soon7
Low Fuel8
Light Is Blinking8
Low Coolant (If Equipped)9
Anti-Theft System (If Equipped)9
Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs) (If Equipped)9
Speed Control (If Equipped)10
Brake System Warning10
Engine Oil Pressure10
Charging System10
Air Bag Readiness11
Safety Belt Warning Chime11
Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime11
Headlamps On Warning Chime11
Gauges12
Standard Instrument Cluster Gauges12
Optional Instrument Cluster Gauges12
Speedometer12
Tachometer13
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge14
Trip Odometer14
Fuel Gauge15
Controls And Features16
Headlamp Control16
Daytime Running Lamps (Drl) (If Equipped)16
Panel Dimmer Control17
Autolamp Control17
Flash To Pass17
Rear Window Defroster18
Climate Control System18
Fan Speed Control19
Temperature Control Knob19
Mode Selector Control19
Operating Tips21
Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (Eatc) System (If Equipped)22
Turning The Eatc On22
Turning The Eatc Off22
Automatic Operation23
Temperature Selection23
Manual Override Controls25
Displaying Outside Temperature27
Using Your Audio System29
Am/Fm Stereo/Cassette/Ford Mach Audio System With Cd Dj Compatibility29
Volume/Power Control29
Am/Fm Select30
Am/Fm Select In Radio Mode30
Am/Fm Select In Tape Mode30
Am/Fm Select In Cd Mode30
Tune Adjust For Cd Mode31
Seek Function31
Seek Function In Radio Mode31
Seek Function In Tape Mode31
Scan Function32
Scan Function In Radio Mode32
Scan Function In Tape Mode32
Scan Function In Cd Mode32
Bass/Treble Adjust33
Speaker Balance/Fade Adjust33
Inserting A Tape34
Tape/Cd Select34
Rewind34
Fast Forward35
Tape Direction Select35
Dolby Noise Reduction35
Compression Adjust36
Shuffle Feature36
Setting The Clock36
Cd Changer (If Equipped)37
Troubleshooting The Cd Changer (If Equipped)38
If Sound Skips38
If Your Changer Does Not Work38
Cleaning Compact Discs38
Cleaning Cassette Player (If Equipped)39
Cassette And Cassette Player Care39
Radio Frequency Information39
Audio System Warranties And Service40
Positions Of The Ignition40
To Turn Speed Control Off41
To Set A Speed42
To Set A Higher Set Speed42
To Set A Lower Set Speed43
To Disengage Speed Control43
To Return To A Previously Set Speed44
Indicator Light44
Turn Signal Control45
Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls45
Mist Function45
Rear Window Wiper And Washer (Wagon Only)46
Hazard Flasher46
Tilt Steering46
Dome Lamps And Map Lamps47
Illuminated Visor Mirror (If Equipped)48
Moon Roof (If Equipped)48
Power Windows48
One Touch Down49
Window Lock49
Accessory Delay (If Equipped)49
Power Door Locks (If Equipped)50
Central Locking/Two Step Unlocking (If Equipped)50
Power Side View Mirrors50
Heated Outside Mirrors (If Equipped)51
Childproof Door Locks51
Center Console52
Cellular Phone52
Positive Retention Floor Mat52
Trunk Remote Control53
Liftgate (Wagon Only)53
Cargo Area Features54
Storage Compartment54
Cargo Net (If Equipped)54
Cargo Cover (If Equipped)55
To Install The Shade55
Rewinding The Shade55
Remote Entry System (If Equipped)56
Unlocking The Doors57
Locking The Doors57
Unlocking The Liftgate/Trunk57
Sounding A Panic Alarm58
Illuminated Entry58
Replacing Lost Transmitters59
Replacing The Battery59
To Replace The Battery60
Perimeter Alarm System (If Equipped)60
Arming The System60
Disarming The System62
Keyless Entry System62
Programming Your Own Personal Entry Code63
The Factory-Set Code Is Located63
Erasing Personal Code64
Unlocking The Doors And Releasing The Trunk With The Keyless Entry System64
Autolock65
Deactivating Autolock65
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System66
Theft Indicator67
Programming Spare Securilock Keys67
Procedure To Program Spare Securilock Keys To Your Vehicle68
Head Restraints70
Adjusting The Front Manual Seat70
Seating And Safety Restraints70
Adjusting The Front Power Seat (If Equipped)71
Using The Power Lumbar Support (If Equipped)72
Rear Seats72
2Nd Seat/Split-Folding Rear Seat (If Equipped)72
3Rd Seat (Wagon Only)73
To Open Up The Seat73
Safety Restraints74
Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts75
Vehicle Sensitive Mode75
Automatic Locking Mode76
When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode76
How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode76
How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode77
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment78
Center Rear Lap Belt (Sedan)78
Adjusting The Lap Belt79
Safety Belts For Rear-Facing Occupants80
Safety Belt Extension Assembly82
Safety Belt Warning Light And Indicator Chime82
Conditions Of Operation82
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System83
Safety Belt Maintenance83
Important Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) Precautions84
Children And Air Bags85
How Does The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?86
The Srs Consists Of87
Determining If The System Is Operational87
Disposal Of Air Bags And Air Bag Equipped Vehicles88
Safety Restraints For Children88
Important Child Restraint Precautions88
Children And Safety Belts89
Safety Seats For Children90
When Installing A Child Safety Seat91
Installing Child Safety Seats In Combination Lap And Shoulder Belt Seating Positions92
Installing Child Safety Seats In The Lap Belt Seating Positions94
Tether Anchorage Hardware95
Starting96
Preparing To Start Your Vehicle96
Important Safety Precautions97
Before Starting The Vehicle97
Starting The Engine98
Using The Engine Block Heater (If Equipped)99
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes99
Important Ventilating Information100
Driving101
Brakes101
Abs Warning Lamp102
Using Abs102
Parking Brake103
Steering104
Automatic Transaxle Operation105
Brake-Shift Interlock105
Driving With An Automatic Overdrive Transaxle106
Understanding Gearshift Positions107
When To Use D (Drive)109
Vehicle Loading110
Base Curb Weight110
Payload110
Gvw (Gross Vehicle Weight)110
Maximum Trailer Weight111
Trailer Weight Range111
Driving Through Water112
Trailer Towing112
Preparing To Tow114
Hitches114
Safety Chains114
Trailer Brakes114
Trailer Lamps115
Driving While You Tow115
Servicing After Towing115
Trailer Towing Tips116
Towing Your Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle116
Luggage Rack (If Equipped)117
To Adjust Cross-Bar Position117
Roadside Emergencies118
Resetting The Fuel Shut-Off Switch118
Fuses119
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating And Color120
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel120
Fuses Codes121
Power Distribution Box123
High-Current Fuses124
Relays125
Changing The Tires126
Temporary Spare Tire Information126
Tire Change Procedure126
Jump Starting Your Vehicle129
Preparing Your Vehicle129
Jump Starting132
Wrecker Towing134
Maintenance And Care135
Service Recommendations135
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle135
Working With The Engine On136
Opening The Hood136
Identifying Components In The Engine Compartment137
3.0L V6 Vulcan Engine137
Checking The Engine Oil138
Adding Engine Oil140
Engine Oil And Filter Recommendations140
Brake Fluid141
Checking And Adding Brake Fluid141
Windshield Washer Fluid142
Checking And Adding Washer Fluid For The Liftgate (If Equipped)142
Engine Coolant143
Adding Engine Coolant143
Recycled Engine Coolant145
Coolant Refill Capacity145
Severe Winter Climate145
Checking And Adding Power Steering Fluid146
Transmission Fluid147
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid147
Low Fluid Level148
Correct Fluid Level148
High Fluid Level148
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels149
Battery149
Windshield Wiper Blades152
Checking The Wiper Blades152
Changing The Wiper Blades152
Information About Tire Quality Grades153
Treadwear153
Traction Aa A B C154
Temperature A B C154
Servicing Your Tires155
Checking The Tire Pressure155
Tire Rotation155
Replacing The Tires156
Snow Tires And Chains157
What You Should Know About Automotive Fuels157
Fuel Filler Cap159
Choosing The Right Fuel160
Octane Recommendations161
Fuel Quality161
Cleaner Air161
Essentials Of Good Fuel Economy162
Running Out Of Fuel162
Fuel Filter162
Measuring Techniques162
Filling The Tank163
Calculating Fuel Economy163
Driving Style — Good Driving And Fuel Economy Habits164
Maintenance165
Conditions165
Epa Window Sticker166
Emission Control System166
Readiness For Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing168
Exterior Bulbs169
Replacing Exterior Bulbs169
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs169
To Install The New Bulb170
High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs171
License Plate Lamp Bulbs171
Wagon172
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs172
Replacing Tail Lamp/Backup Bulbs172
Replacing The Interior Bulbs172
Aiming The Headlamps173
Horizontal Aim Adjustment174
Vertical Aim Adjustment174
Cleaning And Caring For Your Vehicle175
Washing Your Vehicle175
Waxing Your Vehicle176
Repairing Paint Chips176
Cleaning The Wheels176
Cleaning The Engine176
Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts178
Cleaning The Exterior Lamps178
Cleaning The Wiper Blades And Windshield178
Cleaning The Instrument Panel178
Cleaning The Interior Fabric179
Cleaning Leather Seats (If Equipped)179
Cleaning And Maintaining The Safety Belts179
Motorcraft Part Numbers180
Capacities And Specifications180
Refill Capacities181
Lubricant Specifications183
Engine Data184
Vehicle Dimensions185
Identifying Your Vehicle187
Certification Label187
Vehicle Identification Number188
Engine Number188
Getting Roadside Assistance189
Using Roadside Assistance189
Customer Assistance189
Ford Extended Service Plan190
Getting The Service You Need191
Reporting Safety Defects204
Index205
Filling Station Information215