instrument panel Mercury Sable 2001 Flex Fuel Vehicle Supplement

Introduction 2
Starting your vehicle 4
Instrument panel controls 7
Servicing your vehicle 10
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ABOUT THIS SUPPLEMENT
This booklet supplements your ªOwner Guideº and is part of the owner's
portfolio. It describes the operation of your flexible fuel vehicle (FFV)
and how it differs from an unleaded gasoline powered vehicle. Therefore
it is very important that you read this guide and thoroughly familiarize
yourself and others operating the vehicle with this information.
Some of the information in this supplement replaces certain instructions in
the ªOwner Guideº. Please read this supplement carefully and completely.
After reading this supplement, for complete vehicle information, also refer
to the ªOwner Guideº which is included with the vehicle.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
Your vehicle is equipped with a 3.0L flexible fuel (FF) engine and fuel
system. The Sable FFV uses fuel ethanol. Unleaded gasoline may also be
used. However, methanol isnotto be used. A decal on the inside of the
fuel filler door shows you the correct alternative fuel for your FFV. See
theRefuelingsection of this supplement for more information on the
fuels which may be used in your FFV.
Your FFV can be identified by checking the eighth character of the
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) located on the forward left corner of
your instrument panel. A ª2º indicates the ethanol/gasoline FFV version.
WARNINGS
Warnings remind you to be especially careful in those areas where
carelessness can cause damage to your vehicle or personal injury to
yourself, your passengers or others. Please read all warnings carefully.
ABOUT THE WARRANTIES
The normal vehicle warranties will apply to your flexible fuel vehicle. For
further information, refer to your ªWarranty Information Booklet.º
Specified maintenance procedures must be followed. Repairs must be
made by trained personnel.
It is important that your flexible fuel vehicle be properly maintained by
Ford flexible fuel trained personnel. If a problem occurs, it is important
that properly trained personnel diagnose the cause. If the problem
relates to the fuel system, proper part replacement is imperative to keep
your vehicle operating at normal performance. Flexible fuel components
and standard fuel components are not interchangeable and if your
vehicle is not serviced in accordance with flexible fuel vehicle
procedures, damage may occur and your warranty may be invalidated.
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1. Fuel gauge
2. Engine coolant temperature gauge
3. Turn signal indicator
4. Trip odometer
5. Speedometer
6. Odometer
7. Trip odometer reset control
8. Tachometer
9. Warning/indicator lights
WARNING LIGHTS AND GAUGES
The FFV instrument cluster has separate warning lights and gauges
that tell you the condition of your vehicle. When illuminated, these
warning lights and gauges warn you about the brakes and parking
brake, safety belts, battery, oil pressure, high beams, air bag,
anti-lock brake system, Powertrain Control Module (PCM) system
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), door ajar status, speed control activation, temperature of the
engine coolant, how much fuel you have in your tank, how fast you are
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driving, engine RPM, transmission range, trip distance and the total
distance your vehicle has been driven.
Refer to your ªOwner Guideº for more information regarding the warning
lights and gauges for your FFV.
FLEX FUEL (FF) COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
The accompanying illustration shows all of the unique 3.0L Sable FF
components at a glance. All of these unique materials and alloys
have ªethanol fuel compatibilityº. NEVER replace a unique FF
component with a standard vehicle component. Ford Motor Company
has designed the materials, components and system configurations
specifically for the 3.0L Sable FF vehicle and is monitoring the
service history of these vehicles.
1.Spark plugÐ Has a colder heat range.
2.EngineÐ Able to use fuel ethanol, unleaded gasoline, or a
combination of both fuels up to 85% alcohol.
3.Fuel injectorsÐ Higher fuel flow capacity, modified spray nozzle
design and material changes for ªalcohol fuel compatibility.º
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4.Fuel railÐ Material changes are made for ªalcohol fuel compatibility.º
5.Engine block heaterÐ If equipped, is used to assist in cold start
below ±23ÉC (±10ÉF).
6.PCM processorÐ Calibration is utilized to optimize engine function
for alcohol fuel operation.
7.Wiring harnessÐ Wiring changes have been made to connect with
the fuel sensor.
8.Fuel sensorÐ Determines the percentage of ethanol in the fuel.
9.Fuel supply lineÐ Material changes are made for ªalcohol fuel
compatibility.º
10.Fuel pump assembly/fuel sending unitÐ Fuel pump specifically
designed for alcohol fuels. Stainless steel parts are used.
11.Vapor control valveÐ Controls vapor flow to charcoal canister.
12.Filler tubeÐ Improved coating is applied and anti-siphon screens
installed.
13.Charcoal canister trayÐ Protective enclosure.
14.Evaporative emission systemÐ Charcoal canister system enlarged
and modified for additional alcohol fuel vapor capacity and higher vapor
flow.
15.Vapor (roll over) valvesÐ Helps to increase fuel capacity and
vapor flow. Material changes are made for ªalcohol fuel compatibility.º
16.Fuel tankÐ A 68.2 liter (18 gallon) specially coated steel fuel tank
is used for ªalcohol fuel compatibility.º
ªAlcohol fuel compatibilityº means that the component performs
satisfactorily, is durable and does not contaminate the fuel when tested
in worst-case ethanol-gasoline blends up to 85% alcohol.
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