Opening The Hood; Working With The Engine On - Mercury Sable 2004 Owner's Manual

Maintenance and Specifications

Working with the engine on

1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not
remove it while the engine is running.

OPENING THE HOOD

1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located under the
bottom of the instrument panel.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and
release the auxiliary latch located in
the center between the hood and
the grille.
3. Lift the hood until the lift
cylinders hold it open.
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2004 Sable (sab)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English (fus)