snow chains Mercury Sable 2004 Owner's Manuals

Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information
Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased
risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar spare tire/wheel. A
dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as a spare tire and/or wheel that is
different in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels. If
you have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel, then it is intended for temporary
use only. This means that if you need to use it, you should replace it as
soon as possible with a road tire/wheel that is the same size and type as
the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Ford. If the
dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather
than repaired.
When driving with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel,do not:
•Exceed 113 km/h (70 mph)
•Use more than one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at a time
•Use commercial car washing equipment
•Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare
tire/wheel
The usage of a dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead to impairment of the
following:
•Handling, stability and braking performance
•Comfort and noise
•Ground clearance and parking at curbs
•Winter weather driving capability
•Wet weather driving capability
•All-Wheel Driving Capability (if applicable)
•Load Leveling Adjustment (if applicable)
When driving with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional caution
should be given to:
•Towing a trailer
•Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body
•Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack
Drive cautiously when using a dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek
service as soon as possible.
2004 Sable(sab)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English(fus)
Roadside Emergencies
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Never spin the tires in excess of the 55 km/h (35 mph) point
indicated on the speedometer.
Highway hazards
No matter how carefully you drive there’s always the possibility that you
may eventually have a flat tire on the highway. Drive slowly to the
closest safe area out of traffic. This may further damage the flat tire, but
your safety is more important.
If you feel a sudden vibration or ride disturbance while driving, or you
suspect your tire or vehicle has been damaged, immediately reduce your
speed. Drive with caution until you can safely pull off the road. Stop and
inspect the tire for damage. If the tire is under-inflated or damaged,
deflate it, remove wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel. If
you cannot detect a cause, have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair
facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected.
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS
Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you
currently have on your vehicle.
The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in
rain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snow
tires and chains. If you need to use snow tires and chains, it is
recommended that steel wheels are used of the same size and
specifications as those originally installed.
Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains:
•Use only cable type chains offered by Ford as an accessory or
equivalent. SAE class“S”or other conventional link type chains may
cause damage to the vehicle’s wheel house and/or body.
•Install cable chains securely, verifying that the cables do not touch any
wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.
•Drive cautiously. If you hear the cables rub or bang against your
vehicle, stop and re-tighten the cables. If this does not work, remove
the cables to prevent damage to your vehicle.
•If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle.
•Remove the tire cables when they are no longer needed. Do not use
tire cables on dry roads.
•The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle
damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when
using snow tires and cables.
2004 Sable(sab)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English(fus)
Maintenance and Specifications
228

Power door locks ........................72
Power Point
Cigar lighter ..............................47
Power steering ..........................135
fluid, checking and adding ....212
fluid, refill capacity ................230
fluid, specifications .........231, 233
Power Windows ...........................48
R
Radio ......................................15, 18
Rear window defroster ...............27
Relays ........................................156
Remote entry system
illuminated entry ......................78
locking/unlocking doors ...........72
opening the trunk .....................76
Roadside assistance ..................148
Roof rack .....................................71
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........106
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................91, 94–97, 99
Safety defects, reporting ..........178
Safety restraints ............91, 94–100
belt minder .............................102
extension assembly ................106
for adults .............................95–97
for children .....................115–116
lap belt ......................................99
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................92
safety belt maintenance .........106
warning light and
chime ...............................101–102Safety seats for children ..........118
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............91
Seats ............................................87
child safety seats ....................118
front seats .................................88
Servicing your vehicle ..............185
Setting the clock
AM/FM/CD .................................18
AM/FM/Tape ..............................15
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........157
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................229, 233
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................231, 233
Speed control ..............................50
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......131
Starting your
vehicle ........................128–129, 131
jump starting ..........................162
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................46
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................46
Tires ...........................157, 216–217
alignment ................................224
care ..........................................222
changing ..................157, 159, 162
checking the pressure ............222
label .........................................222
replacing ..................................227
rotating ....................................224
safety practices .......................227
sidewall information ...............218
snow tires and chains ............228
2004 Sable(sab)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English(fus)
Index
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