light Mercury Sable 1996 s Workshop Manual

138 [FV09801(ALL)04/95]Arming the system
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[FV09851(ALL)04/95]
The system is ready to arm any time the ignition
switch is turned OFF and the alarm is not
triggered or sounding. Any of the following
events will prearm the anti-theft system:
[FV09900(ALL)04/95]
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Pressing the remote entry transmitter LOCK
button to lock the doors (with the doors open
or closed).
[FV09951(ALL)04/95]
q
Pressing the 7/8 and 9/10 buttons on the
Keyless Entry Keypad at the same time to
lock the doors (with the doors open or
closed).
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[FV10001(ALL)04/95]
q
Opening a door and pressing the power door
lock button to lock the doors.
[FV10050(ALL)04/95]
q
Turning the driver's or front passenger's door
key to the LOCK position to centrally lock all
doors (with the doors open or closed).
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[FV10100(ALL)04/95]
If a door or the liftgate is open, the anti-theft
system is prearmed and waiting for all doors to
close. The THEFT indicator in the instrument
panel will light continuously while the system is
prearmed.
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[FV10201(ALL)04/95]
Once all doors and the liftgate are closed, if any
were open, the system will begin a 30 second
countdown to become armed. The 30 second
countdown allows people who may still be in
the vehicle time to exit without triggering the
alarm. The THEFT indicator will glow steadily
until the system is armed. When the system is
armed, the THEFT indicator will begin to flash
with short flashes every 2 seconds until the
system is triggered or disarmed.
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[FV10251(ALL)02/95]
Remember, all doors and the liftgate must be
fully closed for the anti-theft system to arm. If a
door or the liftgate has been left open or ajar,
and you press the remote entry transmitter twice
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to confirm the doors are locked, two short horn
chirps will warn you that the anti-theft system is
not arming.
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[FV10301(ALL)04/95]
The anti-theft system is designed to work with
the factory installed remote entry system. It may
not work with other remote entry systems.
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[FV10351(ALL)02/95]
When you get a single horn chirp by pressing
the LOCK button twice within 5 seconds on
your remote entry transmitter, you can be
assured that all doors are locked and the
anti-theft system is arming.
[FV10400(ALL)04/95]
Disarming the system
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[FV10451(ALL)04/95]
An armed or triggered system can be disarmed
if you:
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[FV10501(ALL)04/95]
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Unlock the doors by pressing the remote
entry transmitter UNLOCK button.
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[FV10551(ALL)04/95]
q
Unlock the doors by entering the unlock code
on the keyless entry keypad.
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[FV10601(ALL)02/95]
q
Unlock any door or the liftgate with a key.
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[FV10651(ALL)02/95]
q
Turn ignition to the ON or ACC position.
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[FV10700(ALL)04/95]
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Pressing the remote entry PANIC button will
disarm the anti-theft system only when the
anti-theft alarm is triggered and sounding.
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[FV10751(ALL)02/95]
When unlocking the vehicle with a key, turn the
key all the way to the end of its travel or the
system may not disarm.
[FV10800(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: the flashing lights and honking horn
will shut off automatically within 2
minutes 45 seconds after the system is
triggered. It will trigger again if
another intrusion occurs.
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140 [FV10802(ALL)04/95]Coded Key Anti-Theft System
[FV10804(ALL)08/95]
If your vehicle is equipped with the coded key
anti-theft system, you can only use an
electronically coded key to start the vehicle.
During each vehicle start, the coded key is
ªreadº by the anti-theft system. If the key's ID
code matches that in the anti-theft system, the
vehicle is enabled to start. If the key's ID code
does not match the anti-theft system, or if no
coded key is detected, then the vehicle is not
able to start. Your vehicle will need to be taken
to the dealership for re-initializaiton if either of
the following situations occur:
[FV10805(ALL)07/95]
q
Both supplied keys are lost or stolen.
[FV10807(ALL)07/95]
q
Only one key has been lost, but you want to
ensure the ªlostº key will not start the
vehicle. In this case, bring the remaining
key(s) to the dealer for re-programming.
[FV10808(ALL)04/95]
THEFT indicator
[FV10810(ALL)04/95]
The anti-theft indicator (THEFT) in the
instrument cluster will light for 2 seconds and
then go out when the ignition is turned to the
ON or START position. If it does not light or if
it flashes, have the system serviced by your
dealer or a qualified technician.
[FV10812(ALL)04/95]
Programming additional keys
[FV10814(ALL)04/95]
Two electronically coded keys were supplied
with your vehicle. Additional keys can be
purchased as spares, up to a total of 16 keys. To
program a new key, use a coded key and the
following procedure:
[FV10816(ALL)04/95]
1. With the coded key in the ignition, turn the
ignition from the ON to the OFF position.
[FV10820(ALL)04/95]
2. Within 15 seconds, insert the new electronic
key in the ignition and turn it to ON or
START. The key must have the correct
mechanical cut.
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[FV27800(ALL)05/94]
Turning on the Mirror Light on the Sun
Visors (If equipped)
[FV28500(ALL)04/95]
Your vehicle has two different kinds of lighted
mirrors. Your vehicle may have one or both of
these lighted mirrors.
[FV28600(ALL)11/94]
To turn on the driver's mirror that is attached to
the visor, lift the mirror cover. Adjust the
amount of light by sliding the switch.
[FV28700(ALL)11/94]
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The mirror on the driver's sun visor
[FV28900(ALL)11/94]
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The mirror on the passenger's sun visor
[FV29100(ALL)11/94]
To turn on the passenger's mirror that is in the
main visor, grasp the lower center portion and
pull the mirror down. Adjust the amount of
light by sliding the switch.
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162 [FV38150(ALL)04/95]Cargo Net (If equipped)
[FV38200(ALL)02/95]
The cargo net secures lightweight objects in the
cargo area of your vehicle. The net attaches to
anchors that are already in your trunk. Use all
available anchors to restrain the objects or they
will not be secured.
[FV38300(ALL)05/91]
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The cargo net for the wagon
[FV38400(ALL)04/95]
Do not put more than 50 pounds (22 kg) in the
net. Any ropes or cords that you use must be as
strong as the cargo net or strong enough to
restrain a 50-pound (22 kg) object.
[FV38450(ALL)04/95]
This net is not designed to retain objects
during an accident.
[FV38500(ALL)11/94]
Cargo Cover (If equipped)
[FV38600(ALL)01/89]
You can conceal luggage or cargo in the back of
your wagon with the cargo cover.
[FV38700(ALL)01/89]
To cover the back compartment:
[FV38800(ALL)02/95]
1. Fasten the cover into the molded pockets in
the trim panel. Make sure the cover is right
side up, so it unrolls from the top.
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[AS15400(ALL)04/95]
3. Rounded off frequencies
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[AS15450(ALL)02/95]
Some FM radio stations advertise a
ªrounded-offº frequency which is not the
frequency they actually broadcast on. For
example, a radio station that is assigned a
frequency of 98.7 MHz may call itself ªRadio 99º
even though 99.0 MHz is not an allowable FM
broadcast frequency.
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[AS15600(ALL)02/95]
Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape
Player
[AS15700(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: Radio power must be on to use the
cassette tape player.
[AS15800(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: Adjust the volume, treble, bass, balance
and fade controls in the same manner
as for radio stations.
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[AS15900(ALL)02/95]
How to insert a tape
[AS16025(ALL)04/95]
Your cassette player is equipped with power
loading. Once you insert a tape and push
slightly (with theopen edge to the right), the
loading mechanism draws the tape the rest of
the way in and play will begin after a
momentary tape tightening process. Display
indicates ªTAPEº while tape is playing. If the
ªTAPEº button is pressed when the cassette tape
player is empty, ªNOº and ªTAPEº will flash in
the display and radio play will continue.
[AS16050(ALL)02/95]
NOTE: A cassette tape can be loaded with the
ignition on whether the radio is on or
off. However, if the radio is off, the
cassette tape will be loaded and stored.
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[AS16300(ALL)02/95]
How to locate a desired track on the tape
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[AS16350(ALL)02/95]
There are four ways to quickly locate a desired
selection on the tape. You can use the fast
forward, rewind, ªSEEKº or ªSCANº function.
Following are brief descriptions of each.
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[AS18260(ALL)01/95]
Tape error messages
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[AS18280(ALL)01/95]
Your cassette tape player is equipped to
diagnose certain problems you may experience.
Error codes are as follows:
[AS18325(ALL)04/95]
TD E1 Ð Possible problem tape cartridge. The
cassette player will automatically eject the tape.
Insert the tape again. If the same error code
appears in the display, try a different tape. If the
problem persists, refer the problem to qualified
personnel for service.
[AS18330(ALL)04/95]
TD E2 Ð Radio cannot eject tape. If tape is not
ejected when the ªEJº button is pressed, refer
the problem to qualified personnel for service.
[AS18350(ALL)12/95]
TD E3 Ð Radio cannot insert tape properly. The
cassette player will automatically eject the tape.
Insert tape again. If the same error code appears
in the display, try a different tape. If the
problem persists, refer the problem to qualified
personnel for service.
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[AS18500(ALL)02/95]
Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and
Tapes
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[AS18600(ALL)02/95]
In order to keep your cassette tape player
performing the way it was meant to, read and
follow these simple precautions:
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[AS18700(ALL)02/95]
q
Using a Ford Cassette Cleaning Cartridge to
clean the tape player head after 10-12 hours
of play will help maintain the best playback
sound and proper tape operation.
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[AS18800(ALL)02/95]
q
Only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or
less should be used. Tapes longer than 90
minutes are thinner and subject to breakage
or may jam the tape player mechanism.
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[AS18900(ALL)02/95]
q
Protect cassettes from exposure to direct
sunlight, high humidity and extreme heat or
cold. If they are exposed to extreme
conditions, allow them to reach a moderate
temperature before playing.
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[AS32318(ALL)03/95]
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Do not clean discs with solvents such as
benzine, thinner, commercially available
cleaners or antistatic spray intended for
analog records.
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[AS32320(ALL)03/95]
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Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or
heat sources such as defroster and floor
heating ducts. Do not leave any discs in a
parked car in direct sunlight where there may
be a considerable rise in temperature or
damage may result.
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[AS32322(ALL)03/95]
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After playing, store the disc in its case.
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[AS32324(ALL)03/95]
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If a disc has already been inserted, do not try
to insert another disc. Doing so may damage
the disc player.
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[AS32326(ALL)03/95]
q
Do not insert anything other than a disc into
the disc player.
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[AS32328(ALL)03/95]
CAUTION:The use of optical instruments with
this product will increase eye hazard as the laser
beam used in this compact disc player is
harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to
disassemble the case. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
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[DR06802(ALL)01/95]
N (Neutral)
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[DR06804(ALL)01/95]
With the gearshift in the N (Neutral) position,
the vehicle can be started and is free to roll.
Hold the brake pedal down while in this
position.
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[DR06805(ALL)01/95]
Driving
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[DR06825(ALL)01/95]
When to use D (Overdrive)
[DR06830(ALL)11/94]
D (Overdrive) is the usual driving position for
an automatic overdrive transaxle. It
automatically upshifts or downshifts as the
vehicle speeds or slows.
[DR06835(ALL)11/94]
However, D (Overdrive) also shifts into a fourth
gear Ð an overdrive gear Ð when your vehicle
cruises at a consistent speed for any length of
time. This fourth gear will increase your fuel
economy when you travel at cruising speeds.
[DR07025(ALL)04/95]
When to use D (O/D OFF)
[DR07050(ALL)04/95]
You will notice that there is only one drive
position on your gearshift indicator (instead of
Drive and Overdrive). However, you will find a
switch labeled O/D located on the gearshift
lever. Push in the switch and the O/D OFF light
in the instrument cluster will illuminate. With
the O/D OFF light illuminated, the transaxle
will operate in first, second and third gears and
will not shift into fourth gear. Operating in D
(O/D OFF) eliminates the excessive shifting
between third and fourth gears that your vehicle
sometimes does when you are traveling through
hilly terrain in D (Overdrive). It also provides
more engine braking than D (Overdrive) for
descending hills or city driving.
[DR07075(ALL)04/95]
To return the transaxle to the normal Overdrive
operation, press the O/D OFF switch again. Use
this switch to select Overdrive or D (O/D OFF)
whenever you drive your vehicle.
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NOTE: If the O/D OFF indicator light is
flashing on and off repeatedly when
the vehicle is started or does not come
on when the O/D OFF switch is
pushed, it means that there is a
transaxle electronic system malfunction.
You should contact your dealer as soon
as possible or damage to the transaxle
could occur.
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[DR08075(ALL)02/95]
The transaxle will be in the ªoverdrive onº
mode when the vehicle is started even if the
O/D OFF mode was selected when the vehicle
was last shut off.
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[DR09025(ALL)01/95]
When to use 2 (Second)
[DR09050(ALL)11/94]
Use Second for start-up on slippery roads or to
give you more engine braking to slow your
vehicle on downgrades.
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[DR09075(ALL)04/95]
When to use 1 (First)
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[DR10025(ALL)11/94]
Use 1 (First) when added engine braking is
desired when descending steep hills.
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[DR10050(ALL)11/94]
The automatic transaxle will shift to the proper
gear to ascend any grade without any need to
shift to 1 (First).
[DR10075(ALL)11/94]
Do not go faster than 38 mph (61 km/h) in this
gear. You can upshift from 1 (First) to D
(Overdrive) at any speed.
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[DR10125(ALL)01/95]
P (Park)
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[DR10150(ALL)11/94]
Always come to a complete stop before you shift
into P (Park). Make sure that the gearshift is
securely latched in P (Park). This locks the
transaxle and prevents the front wheels from
rotating.
[DR10160(ALL)04/95]
If your vehicle has a console mounted gearshift,
the gearshift indicator in the cluster is
illuminated in P (Park) only when the gearshift
button is released.
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