battery location Mercury Sable 1998 Owner's Manuals

Fuse/
Relay
LocationFuse
Amp
RatingDescription
23 5A GEM, RAP, PATS
24 5A ICP, RCC, Speedometer
25 10A Data Link Connector (DLC)
26 15A Trunklid
27 10A Battery Saver Relay
28 15A Speed Control, Stop Lamp
29 15A Multi-Function Switch, Hazard
30 15A High Beams, Daytime Running
Lamps, Instrument Cluster
31 Ð Not Used
32 10A ICP, Heated Mirrors
33 5A Power Windows, Lock
Illumination
34 Ð Battery Saver Relay
35 Ð Driver Door Unlock Relay
36 Ð Rear Defroster Relay
37 Ð Interior Lamp Relay
38 Ð One Touch Window Down
Relay
39 Ð Accessory Delay Relay
Power distribution box
The power distribution
box is located in the
engine compartment
near the battery. The
power distribution box
contains high-current
fuses that protect your
vehicle's main electrical
systems from
overloads.
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Always disconnect the battery before
servicing high current fuses.
Always replace the cover to the Power
Distribution Box before reconnecting the
battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/
Relay
LocationFuse
Amp
RatingDescription
1 40A** Fuse Panel
2 30A** PCM Relay
3 40A** Ignition Switch, Starter Relay
4
130A
C.B.Accessory Delay Relay, Power
Windows
4
130A
C.B.Accessory Delay Relay, Power
Windows, Left/Right Power
Seats
5 40A** Ignition Switch
6
130A** Left/Right Power Seats
61Ð Not Used
22
14 13
12 11
10 9
87
175A MEGA-FUSE
65
43
2121 24 23 28 27 26 2530 2931
33 3432
20 19
18 17 16 15
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4. Make the final connection of the negative (-)
cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled
vehicle's engine, away from the battery and the
carburetor.
The preferred locations of an exposed metal part (to
groundthe circuit) are the alternator mounting
brackets or an engine liftingeye.Do notuse fuel
lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as
groundingpoints.
Do not connect the end of the second cable
to the negative (-) terminal of the battery to
be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of the
gases that surround the battery.
5. Be sure that the cables are clear of fan blades,
belts and other moving parts of both engines.
+–+–
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SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
To help you service your vehicle:
²We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine
compartment for easy location.
²We provide a ªService Guideº which makes
tracking routine service easy.
If your vehicle requires professional service, your
dealership can provide necessary parts and service.
Check your ªWarranty Guideº to find out which parts
and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and
service parts conforming to specifications. Motorcraft
parts are designed and built to provide the best
performance in your vehicle.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR
VEHICLE
Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing
your vehicle.
²Do not work on a hot engine.
²When the engine is running, avoid wearing loose
clothing, jewelry or long hair that could get
caught up in moving parts.
²Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running
in an enclosed space, unless you are sure you
have enough ventilation.
²Keep all lit cigarettes, open flames and other lit
material away from the battery and all fuel related
parts.
If you disconnect the battery, the engine must
ªrelearnº its idle conditions before your vehicle will
drive properly, as explained in theBatterysection in
this chapter.
Working with the engine off
1. Set the parking brake, and ensure the gearshift is
securely latched in park.
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