1996 Mercury Sable Owner's Manuals

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[ST11800(ALL)03/95]
RWARNING
If you see or smell fuel, do not reset
the switch or try to start your vehicle.
You could injure yourself or others.
Have all the passengers get out of
the vehicle and call the local fire
department or a towing service.
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[ST11900(ALL)03/95]
If your engine cranks but does not start after a
collision or substantial jolt:
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[ST11950(ALL)04/95]
1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
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2. Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel.
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3. If you do not see or smell fuel, push the red
reset button on the fuel pump shut-off
switch down.
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4. Turn the ignition key to the ON position for
a few seconds, then turn it to the OFF
position.
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[ST12150(ALL)03/95]
5. Check under the vehicle again for leaking
fuel.If you see or smell fuel, do not start
your vehicle again.If you do not see or
smell fuel, you can try to start your vehicle
again.
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[ST12200(ALL)03/95]
6. Check all vehicle warning lights before
driving the vehicle.
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Pushing
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[ST12250(ALL)11/94]
Vehicles with automatic transaxles cannot be
started by pushing. Follow the directions under
If Your Vehicle Needs a Jump-Startin theRoadside
EmergenciesChapter.
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Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
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Carbon monoxide, although colorless and
odorless, is present in exhaust fumes. Take
precautions to avoid its dangerous effects.
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RWARNING
Never idle the engine in closed areas.
Never sit in a parked or stopped
vehicle for more than a short period
of time with the engine running.
Exhaust fumes, particularly carbon
monoxide, may build up. These
fumes are harmful and could kill
you.
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[ST12600(ALL)01/95]
RWARNING
If you ever smell exhaust fumes of
any kind inside your vehicle, have
your dealer inspect and fix your
vehicle immediately. Do not drive if
you smell exhaust fumes. These
fumes are harmful and could kill
you.
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[ST12700(ALL)01/95]
Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems
checked whenever:
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[ST12800(ALL)02/95]
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your vehicle is raised for service
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the sound of the exhaust system changes
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[ST13000(ALL)01/95]
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your vehicle has been damaged in a collision
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[ST13200(ALL)01/95]
Improve your ventilation by keeping all air inlet
vents clear of snow, leaves, and other debris.
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If the engine is idling while you are stopped in
an open area for long periods of time, open the
windows at least one inch (2.5 cm). Also, adjust
the heating or air conditioning to bring in
outside air.
[ST13600(ALL)03/95]
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If you use the heater, set the fan speed on
either medium or HI with the select knob on
eitherR(floor) or VENT.
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If you use the air conditioner, set the fan
speed on either medium or HI with the select
knob on A/C. (Do not use MAX A/C.)
[ST14000(ALL)03/95]
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If you use the automatic temperature control,
set the fan speed on medium or high and
press theS(panel and floor) orR(floor)
manual override button. (Do not use AUTO
or MAX A/C.)
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Instrument Panel Controls
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The main controls for the climate control system,
clock, and radio are in the oval Integrated
Control Panel on the instrument panel.
[IP00410(ALL)04/95]
The controls for the lights and climate control air
registers are also on the instrument panel.
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[IP00420(ALL)03/95]
Clean the instrument panel lens and woodtone
trim with a soft cloth and a glass cleaner. Do
not use paper towel or any abrasive cleaner to
clean either the lens or the woodtone trim as
these may cause scratches.
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NOTE: Any cleaner or polish that increases the
gloss (shine) of the upper part of the
instrument panel should be avoided.
The dull finish in this area is to help
protect the driver from undesirable
windshield reflection.
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full page art:0000661-JInstrument panel
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The Climate Control Systems
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Your vehicle has one of the following climate
control systems:
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q
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
[IP01000(ALL)04/95]
q
Electronic Automatic Temperature Control
(EATC) System
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[IP01100(ALL)09/89]
If you are not sure which system your vehicle
has, see the diagrams on the following pages.
[IP03150(ALL)11/94]
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning
System
[IP03175(ALL)03/95]
one third page art:0000698-E
The knobs that control the manual heating and air
conditioning system
[IP03200(ALL)03/95]
Fan speed knob
[IP03250(ALL)03/95]
The fan speed knob controls the volume of air
circulated in the vehicle. There are four fan
speeds: LO, medium/low (first dot),
medium/high (second dot), and HI.
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94 [IP03300(ALL)03/95]Function selector knob
[IP03351(ALL)04/95]
The function selector knob controls airflow to
the inside of the vehicle.
[IP03401(ALL)03/95]
MAX A/C
[IP03450(ALL)03/95]
MAX A/C uses recirculated air to cool the
vehicle. It allows for faster cooling but is noisier
than A/C. The airflow will be from the
instrument panel registers.
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A/C
[IP03550(ALL)04/95]
A/C uses outside air to cool the vehicle. It is
quieter that MAX A/C, but not as economical.
The airflow will be from the instrument panel
registers.
[IP03601(ALL)03/95]
VENT
[IP03650(ALL)03/95]
VENT brings in outside air through the
instrument panel registers. It can be used for
heating or ventilating.
[IP03701(ALL)03/95]
OFF
[IP03750(ALL)03/95]
In OFF, outside air is shut out and the fan will
not operate.
[IP03801(ALL)04/95]
S(Panel and floor)
[IP03850(ALL)04/95]
This brings in outside air through the instrument
panel registers and the front and rear floor
ducts. It can be used for heating or ventilating.
[IP03901(ALL)04/95]
R(Floor)
[IP03950(ALL)04/95]
This allows for maximum heating. The airflow is
from the front and rear floor ducts.
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P(Floor and defrost)
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This brings in outside air through the floor ducts
and the windshield defroster ducts. It can be
used for heating or ventilation.
[IP04100(ALL)04/95]
V(Defrost)
[IP04150(ALL)04/95]
This brings in outside air through the
windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to
clear ice or fog from the windshield.
[IP04200(ALL)03/95]
Temperature control knob
[IP04250(ALL)03/95]
The temperature control knob may be adjusted
from cool (blue range) to warm (red range).
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Electronic Automatic Temperature Control
System
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The control for your Electronic Automatic
Temperature Control (EATC) is located at the
center of the instrument panel in the Integrated
Control Panel and will operate only when the
ignition is turned on to the ON position.
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The EATC feature will maintain the temperature
you select and automatically control the airflow
for your comfort. It also allows you to override
the automatic operation with manual override
buttons.
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