warning Mercury Sable 1996 s Repair Manual

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If the key has been coded, the anti-theft
indicator will come on for two seconds. The key
can then be used to start the vehicle. Repeat
until all spare keys have been coded.
[FV10828(ALL)04/95]
If the key coding failed, the anti-theft indicator
will flash and the vehicle cannot be started with
the new key. Coding failure can be caused by
the following:
[FV10830(ALL)04/95]
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The new key was not inserted within 15
seconds, or
[FV10832(ALL)04/95]
q
16 keys have already been programmed, or
[FV10835(ALL)04/95]
q
The key does not have an electronic code.
[FV10838(ALL)04/95]
Try the coding procedure again. If it fails again,
see your dealer or a qualified technician.
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[FV10850(ALL)02/95]
Windows
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[FV10900(ALL)02/95]
Using the Power Windows
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[FV10950(ALL)02/95]
Each door has a power control that opens and
closes the window on that door. The driver's
door has a master control panel that operates all
four windows.
[FV11001(ALL)02/95]
The power windows only operate when the
ignition key is in the ON or ACC position or
when the ignition has been turned from the ON
to the OFF position and/or the key has been
removed and no front doors on the vehicle have
been opened.
[FV11050(ALL)02/95]
The power window controls are illuminated.
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[FV11100(ALL)02/95]
RWARNING
Do not let children play with the
power windows. They may seriously
hurt themselves.
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To close from vent position, press and hold the
DN portion of the switch.
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RWARNING
Do not let children play with the
moon roof. They may seriously hurt
themselves.
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Occasionally wiping the outside guide rail covers
of the moon roof with a clean cloth will help
keep the moon roof working properly.
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The moon roof
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[FV12400(ALL)01/95]
Sliding Shade
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[FV12500(ALL)01/95]
The moon roof has a sliding shade that you can
manually open or close to block the sun when
the glass panel is shut.
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[FV12600(ALL)01/95]
To close the sliding shade, pull the shade toward
the front of the vehicle. The shade automatically
opens and locks when the moon roof is opened.
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Seats
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Head Restraints
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[FV12704(ALL)02/95]
If you use them properly, head restraints are
intended to help protect your head and neck in
a collision.
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[FV12705(ALL)04/95]
RWARNING
A head restraint helps protect you
best if you position it behind your
head and not behind your neck.
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Standard head restraints
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[FV12708(ALL)01/95]
You can adjust the head restraints for your
comfort and protection.
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Adjusting the standard head restraint
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147 [FV13300(ALL)04/95]
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The handle to recline the back of the driver's seat
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RWARNING
Never adjust the driver's seat or
seatback when the vehicle is moving.
You could lose control of the vehicle
and injure someone.
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[FV13950(ALL)02/95]
RWARNING
Always drive and ride with your
seatback upright and the lap belt
snug across the hips to reduce the
risk of serious injury to the abdomen
or neck that could be caused by
sliding under the safety belts in a
collision.
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[FV15650(ALL)04/95]
RWARNING
Luggage or other cargo should not be
piled higher than the seatbacks. This
will help keep items from being
thrown about and injuring people in
a collision or sudden stop.
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150 [FV23260(ALL)04/95]
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[FV23275(ALL)11/94]
To raise the seatback:
[FV23325(ALL)02/95]
1. Lift the seatback rearward until it is in the
upright position. Push the center of the seat
until you hear it latch.
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[FV23330(ALL)11/94]
2. Make sure the seatback is locked in position
by pushing forward and backward on it.
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RWARNING
If you do not securely latch the
seatback in the upright position, the
seatback or objects could be thrown
forward during a sudden stop or
collision, possibly injuring you or
other passengers.
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Mirrors
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Side View Mirrors
[FV25200(ALL)04/95]
Your vehicle comes with electric adjustable and
heated side view mirrors. The outside rearview
mirror on the right is a convex mirror. This
mirror gives you a wider view of the lanes on
your right and behind you.
[FV25600(ALL)04/95]
RWARNING
Be careful. The convex outside
rearview mirror on the right makes
objects appear smaller and farther
away than they actually are. Use the
inside rearview mirror (or look
behind you) to determine the actual
size and distance of objects that
appear in the convex mirror.
[FV25800(ALL)11/94]
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The mirror controls on the driver's door
[FV26200(ALL)04/95]
To adjust the side view mirrors
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[FV26900(ALL)01/95]
1. Find the control switch in the driver's door
panel.
[FV27000(ALL)02/95]
2. Select the right or left mirror by moving the
selector switch to the right or the left.
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[FV29975(ALL)01/95]
RWARNING
Use only soft cups in the cupholder.
Hard objects can injure you in a
collision.
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Cellular Phone (If equipped)
[FV30201(ALL)04/95]
For information about the cellular phone in your
vehicle, refer to theCellular Phone User's Manual
provided with your phone. For further questions
about your cellular phone, contact the Ford
Cellular System at 1-800-367-3013 (U.S.). In
Canada, please contact your dealer.
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[FV30301(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: It is recommended that you fold your
cellular phone antenna down onto the
back glass before entering a car wash.
[FV30400(ALL)04/95]Ashtrays
[FV30500(ALL)04/95]
The ashtray can be converted to a storage
compartment for small objects by removing the
plastic heatproof liner.
[FV30600(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: The heatproof plastic liner must be in
position for use as an ashtray.
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Trunk
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[FV32200(ALL)01/95]
Opening the Trunk Manually
[FV32600(ALL)02/95]
To open the trunk from the outside, turn the key
to the right until the trunk opens.
[FV32900(ALL)11/94]
Remove the key before you close and lock the
lid. Shut the trunk lid completely.
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160 [FV36600(ALL)02/95]To open the window, make sure the liftgate and
window are unlocked, then press the outside
lock cylinder. You can only open the window
from outside.
[FV36700(ALL)01/89]
To prevent any damage, close the liftgate and
window before you drive.
[FV36800(ALL)04/95]
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The liftgate
[FV37050(ALL)03/90]
RWARNING
If you drive with the liftgate window
open, you will draw dangerous
exhaust fumes into your vehicle. If
you must drive like this, keep the
vents open so outside air comes into
the vehicle.
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165 [FV40000(ALL)11/94]
The Second Seats
[FV40100(ALL)11/94]
Your vehicle is equipped with split-folding
second seats. One or both second seatbacks can
be folded down to provide additional cargo
space.
[FV40200(ALL)02/95]
To lower the seatback:
[FV40300(ALL)02/95]
1. Lift the seatback release handle on the upper
outboard corner of the seatback.
[FV40400(ALL)02/95]
2. Fold the seatback forward until it rests on
the cushion.
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[FV40500(ALL)11/94]
To raise the seatback:
[FV40700(ALL)02/95]
1. Lift the seatback rearward until it is in the
upright position. Push the center of the seat
until you hear it latch.
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[FV40750(ALL)11/94]
2. Make sure the seatback is locked in position
by pushing forward and backward on it.
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[FV40775(ALL)11/94]
RWARNING
If you do not securely latch the
seatback in the upright position, the
seatback or objects could be thrown
forward during a sudden stop or
collision, possibly injuring you or
other passengers.
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168 [FV41500(ALL)03/92]To close the seat:
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1. Ensure that the third row safety belts are
fully stowed, and belts located in notches.
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2. Lift the remote latch release and push the
seat down until it latches.
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3. Pull up on the handle and push the floor
panel into place.
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RWARNING
Be sure to keep the floor panel
closed and locked at all times. If you
do not, unattended children could
possibly become trapped inside. In
addition, loose items could be
thrown around in a collision and
possibly injure someone.
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