Motor Mercury Sable 1999 Owner's Manuals

Before driving
Introduction 2
Instrumentation 4
Controls and features 16
Seating and safety restraints 70
Starting and driving
Starting 96
Driving 101
Roadside emergencies 118
Servicing
Maintenance and care 135
Capacities and specifications 180
Customer assistance 189
Reporting safety defects 204
Index 205
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Contents
1

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or
her lap while the vehicle is moving. The
passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a
collision.
Always follow the instructions and warnings that
come with any infant or child restraint you might
use.
When possible, place children in the rear seat of
your vehicle. Accident statistics suggest that
children are safer when properly restrained in the
rear seating positions than in the front seating
position.
Children and safety belts
If the child is the proper size, restrain the child in a
safety seat.
Children who are too large for child safety seats (as
specified by your child safety seat manufacturer)
should always wear safety belts.
Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag
precautions that apply to adult passengers in your
vehicle.
If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and
shoulder belt can be positioned so it does not cross
or rest in front of the child's face or neck, the child
should wear the lap and shoulder belt. Moving the
child closer to the center of the vehicle may help
provide a good shoulder belt fit.
Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or
pets unattended in your vehicle.
To improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts on
children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford
recommends use of a belt-positioning booster seat
that is labelled as conforming to all Federal motor
vehicle safety standards. Belt-positioning booster
Seating and safety restraints
89

BRAKES
Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the
scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled
maintenance.
Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not
indicate a performance concern with the vehicle's
brake system. In normal operation, automotive brake
systems may emit occasional or intermittent squeal
or groan noises when the brakes are applied. Such
noises are usually heard during the first few brake
applications in the morning; however, they may be
heard at any time while braking and can be
aggravated by environmental conditions such as
cold, heat, moisture, road dust, salt or mud. If a
ªmetal-to-metal,º ªcontinuous grindingº or
ªcontinuous squealº sound is present while braking,
the brake linings may be worn-out and should be
inspected by a qualified service technician.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if equipped)
On vehicles equipped with an anti-lock braking
system (ABS), a noise from the hydraulic pump
motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed
during ABS braking events. Pedal pulsation coupled
with noise while braking under panic conditions or
on loose gravel, bumps, wet or snowy roads is
normal and indicates proper functioning of the
vehicle's anti-lock brake system. The ABS performs a
self-check at 17 km/h (10 mph) after you start the
engine and begin to drive away. A brief mechanical
noise may be heard during this test. This is normal.
If a malfunction is found, the ABS warning light will
come on. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or
shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the
vehicle should be inspected by a qualified service
technician.
Driving
101

The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/
Relay
LocationFuse
Amp
RatingDescription
1 Ð Not Used
2 5A Instrument Illumination
3 10A Left Low Beam Headlamp
4 10A Right Low Beam Headlamp
5 5A Instrument Cluster, Shift Lock
Actuator, Rear Defrost
6 15A TR Sensor, Reverse Lamps,
DRL, A/C Controls
7 10A TR Sensor, Starter Relay
8 5A Power Antenna, RCU, GEM
9 10A ABS
10 20A PCM Relay, Ignition Coil, PATS,
Radio
11 5A Instrument Cluster
12 5A Instrument Cluster, Autolamps,
Transmission Control Switch,
ICP, GEM
13 5A Electronic Crash Unit (ECU),
Blower Motor, EATC
SEE OWNERS MANUAL
CONSULTER LA GUIDEDRIVER
WINDOW
RELAYACCESSORY
DELAY
RELAY
REAR
DEFROST
RELAYINTERIOR
LAMP
RELAY
DRIVER
UNLOCK
RELAY
BATTERY
SAVER
RELAY15A
HAZARD
LAMPS15A
HIGH
BEAM5A
TAIL
LAMPS10A
DEF SW
ILLUM
10A
DIAGNOS15A
DECKLID
RELEASE10A
BATTERY
SAVER15A
STOP
LAMPS
20A
CIGAR5A
MIRRORS
ANTENNA5A
WIPER &
VAPS5A
RADIO
30A
FRONT
WIPERS5A
HEAD LP
ILLUM15A
REAR
WIPER5A
RADIO
MEMORY
5A
AIR BAG5A
LIGHT
OUT MOD10A
TURN
SIGNAL20A
RHD
PWR LKS
10A
ABS20A
EEC
IGN COIL5A
AIR BAG
ALT LPS5A
GAUGES
WRN LPS
5A
SHIFT
INTLOCK15A
BK LPS
AC10A
STARTER
RELAY5A
RADIO
MUTE
5A
INSTR
ILLUM10A
LT LOW
BEAM10A
RT LOW
BEAM5A
SWITCH
ILLUM
Roadside emergencies
121

The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/
Relay
LocationFuse
Amp
RatingDescription
1 40A** Fuse Junction Panel
2 30A** PCM Relay
3 40A** Ignition Switch, Starter Relay
4 30A
C.B.Accessory Delay Relay, Power
Seat
5 40A** Ignition Switch
6 Ð Not Used
7 40A** Rear Window Defrost Relay
8 30A** Thermactor Air ByPass
Solenoid, EAM Solid State Relay
9 40A** High Speed Cooling Fan Relay,
Low Speed Cooling Fan Relay
10 20A** Fuel Pump Relay
11 40A** Blower Motor Relay
12 Ð Not Used
13 40A** Anti-Lock Brake Module
14 Ð Not Used
15 15A* Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Module
16 10A* Electronic Control Unit (ECU)
17 20A* Rear Control Unit, CD Changer
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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Fuse/
Relay
LocationFuse
Amp
RatingDescription
18 30A* Anti-Lock Brake Module
19 15A* Horn Relay, Powertrain Control
Module (PCM)
20 15A* Headlamp Switch, Autolamp
Park Relay
21 Ð Not Used
22 30A* Autolamps Relay, Multifunction
Switch, Headlamp Switch
23 Ð Blower Motor Relay
24 Ð Starter Relay
25 Ð A/C Clutch Relay
26 30A* Generator
27 10A* A/C Clutch Relay
28 15A* Heated Oxygen Sensors,
Canister Vent
29 Ð Fuel Pump Relay
30 Ð PCM Relay
31 Ð Low Speed Cooling Fan Relay
32 Ð PCM Diode
33 Ð A/C Clutch Diode
34 Ð Not Used
* Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses
Relays
Relays are located in the power distribution box and
should be replaced by qualified technicians.
Roadside emergencies
125

WRECKER TOWING
If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a
professional towing service or, if you are a member,
your roadside assistance center.
It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a
wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a
slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a
slingbelt towing procedure.
Ford Motor Company provides a towing manual for
all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow
truck operator refer to this manual for proper
hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle.
Roadside emergencies
134

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
To help you service your vehicle:
²We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine
compartment for easy location.
²We provide a Scheduled Maintenance Guide 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, keep loose clothing,
jewelry or long hair away from 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.
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
Maintenance and care
135

Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to
Checking the engine oilin this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal
range, add only certified engine oil of the
recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler
cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the
opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil
level is not above the F in FULL mark on the
dipstick.
Engine oil and filter recommendations
Look for this
certification mark.
Ford oil specification is WSS-M2C153-G.
Use SAE 5W-30 motor oil certified for gasoline
engines by the American Petroleum Institute.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, oil
treatments or engine treatments. They are
unnecessary and could, under certain conditions,
lead to engine damage which is not covered by your
warranty.
Change your engine oil and filter according to the
appropriate schedule listed in the Scheduled
Maintenance Guide.
Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil
filters are designed for added engine protection and
long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does
not meet Ford material and design specifications,
startup engine noises or knock may be experienced.
Maintenance and care
140

It is recommended you use the appropriate
Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford
specifications) for your engine application.
BRAKE FLUID
Checking and adding brake fluid
Brake fluid should be
checked and refilled as
needed. Refer to the
Scheduled
Maintenance Guide for
the service interval
schedules:
1. Clean the reservoir
cap before removal to prevent dirt or water from
entering the reservoir.
2. Visually inspect the
fluid level.
3. If necessary, add
brake fluid until the
level reaches MAX. Do
not fill above this line.
4. Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid certified to meet
Ford specifications. Refer toLubricant
specificationsin theCapacities and specifications
chapter.
Brake fluid is toxic.
If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3,
you will cause permanent damage to your
brakes.
MAX
Maintenance and care
141