1996 Mercury Sable warning

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Replacing the Tires
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We recommend that you use all-weather tires
when you replace your tires.
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Replace any tires that show wear bands. When
your tire shows a wear band, it has only 1/16
inch (1.59 mm) of tread left.
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A worn-out tire
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Because your vehicle's tires may wear unevenly,
you may need to replace them before a wear
band appears across the entire tread. Some spots
wear more heavily than others.
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RWARNING
When replacing full size tires, never
mix radial, bias-belted, or bias-type
tires. Use only the tire sizes that are
listed on the tire pressure decal.
Make sure that all tires are the same
size, speed rating, and load-carrying
capacity. Use only the tire
combinations recommended on the
decal. If you do not follow these
precautions, your vehicle may not
drive properly and safely.
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Tires that are larger or smaller than your
vehicle's original tires may also affect the
accuracy of your speedometer.
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Traction A B C
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The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are
A, B, and C, and they represent the tire's ability
to stop on wet pavement as measured under
controlled conditions on specified government
test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction performance.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire
is based on braking (straightahead) traction tests
and does not include cornering (turning)
traction.
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Temperature A B C
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The temperature grades are A (the highest), B,
and C, representing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled conditions on
a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire
life, and excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to
a level of performance which all passenger car
tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law. Warning: The temperature
grade for this tire is established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure.
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Snow Tires and Chains
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The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads
that provide traction in rain or snow. However,
during the winter months in some climates, you
may need to use snow tires and occasionally
chains for your tires.
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RWARNING
If you use snow tires, make sure that
they are the same size and grade as
the tires you now have on your
vehicle. If they are not, your vehicle
may not handle safely.
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Use chains on the tires only in an emergency or
if the law requires them where you live. If you
choose to use chains on your vehicle's tires, be
aware of the following:
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Tire chains may scratch or chip aluminum
wheels. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT TIRE
CHAINS ARE INSTALLED ON STEEL
WHEELS ONLY. Be sure to remove wheel
covers (if equipped) from steel rims before
using tire chains to avoid scratches or
damage.
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Local regulations may prohibit or restrict the
use of tire chains. Investigate the laws and
regulations in your area before installing
chains.
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Put the chains on the front tires tightly with
the ends held down securely. Retighten the
chains after driving 1/2 mile (1 km). Follow
the chain manufacturer's instructions.
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NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive
fluids in a responsible manner. Follow
your community's standards for
disposing of these types of fluids. Call
your local recycling center to find out
about recycling automotive fluids.
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Brake Fluid
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Under normal circumstances, your vehicle
should not use up brake fluid rapidly. However,
expect the level of the brake fluid to slowly fall
as you put more mileage on your vehicle and
the brake lining wears.
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You should check the brake fluid at every
scheduled engine oil change, but be sure to
check it at least once a year. You can do this by
looking at the fluid level in the plastic reservoir
on the master cylinder. (SeeThe Engine Typesin
this chapter to locate the master cylinder.) The
fluid level should be at or near the MAX mark.
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RWARNING
Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers
and polyglycols. Avoid contact with
eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after
handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes,
flush eyes with running water for 15
minutes. Get medical attention if
irritation persists. If taken internally,
drink water and induce vomiting.
Get medical attention immediately.
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If the fluid is low, carefully clean and remove
the cap from the reservoir. Fill the reservoir to
the MAX line with Ford High Performance DOT
3 Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AA or equivalent
DOT 3 fluid meeting Ford specification
ESA-M6C25-A.
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RWARNING
If you use a brake fluid that is not
DOT 3, you will cause permanent
damage to your brakes.
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Do not fill the reservoir above the MAX line.
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If you find that the fluid level is excessively low
Ð below the seam or ridge on the outside of the
plastic reservoir Ð have the brake system
inspected.
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RWARNING
Do not let the reservoir for the
master cylinder run dry. This may
cause the brakes to fail.
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The brake fluid reservoir
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Fuses and Relays
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Fuses (conventional and high current) and relays
protect your vehicle's wiring system from
overloading. If electrical parts in your vehicle are
not working, the system may have been
overloaded and blown a fuse. Before you replace
or repair any electrical parts, check the
appropriate circuit protector. High current fuses
should only be repaired or replaced by your
Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
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The following charts tell you which circuit
protector protects each electrical part of your
vehicle. If a fuse blows, all the parts of your
vehicle that use the circuit will not work.
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Once you have determined which fuses to check,
follow the procedures underChecking and
replacing fuseslater in this chapter.
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RWARNING
Always remove the key from the
ignition before working on or
replacing fuses. Failure to do so
could result in injury.
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The power distribution box fuses and relays
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RWARNING
Always disconnect the battery before
servicing high current fuses. Ford
recommends that high current fuses
be replaced by a qualified technician.
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The power distribution box location
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4. Replace the fuse with one that has the right
amperage rating. (See the following chart.)
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RWARNING
Always replace a fuse with one that
has the right amperage rating. Using
a fuse with a higher amperage rating
can cause severe wire damage and
could possibly start a fire.
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5. Put the cover back on.
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Even after you replace a fuse, it will continue to
blow if you do not find what caused the
overload. If the fuse continues to blow, have
your electrical system checked.
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