1996 Mercury Sable key

140 [FV10802(ALL)04/95]Coded Key Anti-Theft System
[FV10804(ALL)08/95]
If your vehicle is equipped with the coded key
anti-theft system, you can only use an
electronically coded key to start the vehicle.
During each vehicle start, the coded key is
ªreadº by the anti-theft system. If the key's ID
code matches that in the anti-theft system, the
vehicle is enabled to start. If the key's ID code
does not match the anti-theft system, or if no
coded key is detected, then the vehicle is not
able to start. Your vehicle will need to be taken
to the dealership for re-initializaiton if either of
the following situations occur:
[FV10805(ALL)07/95]
q
Both supplied keys are lost or stolen.
[FV10807(ALL)07/95]
q
Only one key has been lost, but you want to
ensure the ªlostº key will not start the
vehicle. In this case, bring the remaining
key(s) to the dealer for re-programming.
[FV10808(ALL)04/95]
THEFT indicator
[FV10810(ALL)04/95]
The anti-theft indicator (THEFT) in the
instrument cluster will light for 2 seconds and
then go out when the ignition is turned to the
ON or START position. If it does not light or if
it flashes, have the system serviced by your
dealer or a qualified technician.
[FV10812(ALL)04/95]
Programming additional keys
[FV10814(ALL)04/95]
Two electronically coded keys were supplied
with your vehicle. Additional keys can be
purchased as spares, up to a total of 16 keys. To
program a new key, use a coded key and the
following procedure:
[FV10816(ALL)04/95]
1. With the coded key in the ignition, turn the
ignition from the ON to the OFF position.
[FV10820(ALL)04/95]
2. Within 15 seconds, insert the new electronic
key in the ignition and turn it to ON or
START. The key must have the correct
mechanical cut.
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If the key has been coded, the anti-theft
indicator will come on for two seconds. The key
can then be used to start the vehicle. Repeat
until all spare keys have been coded.
[FV10828(ALL)04/95]
If the key coding failed, the anti-theft indicator
will flash and the vehicle cannot be started with
the new key. Coding failure can be caused by
the following:
[FV10830(ALL)04/95]
q
The new key was not inserted within 15
seconds, or
[FV10832(ALL)04/95]
q
16 keys have already been programmed, or
[FV10835(ALL)04/95]
q
The key does not have an electronic code.
[FV10838(ALL)04/95]
Try the coding procedure again. If it fails again,
see your dealer or a qualified technician.
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[FV10850(ALL)02/95]
Windows
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[FV10900(ALL)02/95]
Using the Power Windows
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[FV10950(ALL)02/95]
Each door has a power control that opens and
closes the window on that door. The driver's
door has a master control panel that operates all
four windows.
[FV11001(ALL)02/95]
The power windows only operate when the
ignition key is in the ON or ACC position or
when the ignition has been turned from the ON
to the OFF position and/or the key has been
removed and no front doors on the vehicle have
been opened.
[FV11050(ALL)02/95]
The power window controls are illuminated.
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[FV11100(ALL)02/95]
RWARNING
Do not let children play with the
power windows. They may seriously
hurt themselves.
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[FV11301(ALL)02/95]
Moon Roof (If equipped)
[FV11351(ALL)03/95]
You can use the moon roof in your vehicle in
two ways. Move it back to open the glass panel,
or you can move it up to ventilate the vehicle.
[FV11400(ALL)02/95]
The moon roof will only operate when the
ignition is in the ON or ACC position or when
the key has been removed from the ignition and
no doors have been opened.
[FV11451(ALL)02/95]
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The map lamps and the switches for the moon roof
[FV11500(ALL)02/95]
The roof console SLIDE switch is used to open
and close the moon roof.
[FV11550(ALL)04/95]
Press the AUTO portion of the switch and the
roof will fully open automatically. Press the
switch again during the opening cycle and the
roof will stop at that location.
[FV11600(ALL)04/95]
To close the moon roof, press and hold the front
portion of the switch. At the fully closed
position, the motor automatically turns off.
[FV11850(ALL)02/95]
The roof console TILT switch is used to tilt the
moon roof.
[FV11900(ALL)04/95]
To tilt the moon roof into vent position from the
closed position, press the UP portion of the
switch.
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[FV29975(ALL)01/95]
RWARNING
Use only soft cups in the cupholder.
Hard objects can injure you in a
collision.
[FV30101(ALL)04/95]
Cellular Phone (If equipped)
[FV30201(ALL)04/95]
For information about the cellular phone in your
vehicle, refer to theCellular Phone User's Manual
provided with your phone. For further questions
about your cellular phone, contact the Ford
Cellular System at 1-800-367-3013 (U.S.). In
Canada, please contact your dealer.
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[FV30301(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: It is recommended that you fold your
cellular phone antenna down onto the
back glass before entering a car wash.
[FV30400(ALL)04/95]Ashtrays
[FV30500(ALL)04/95]
The ashtray can be converted to a storage
compartment for small objects by removing the
plastic heatproof liner.
[FV30600(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: The heatproof plastic liner must be in
position for use as an ashtray.
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[FV32100(ALL)01/95]
Trunk
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[FV32200(ALL)01/95]
Opening the Trunk Manually
[FV32600(ALL)02/95]
To open the trunk from the outside, turn the key
to the right until the trunk opens.
[FV32900(ALL)11/94]
Remove the key before you close and lock the
lid. Shut the trunk lid completely.
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Using the Remote Control for the Trunk
[FV33200(ALL)04/95]
Press the remote release on the instrument panel
to the left of the steering wheel to open the
trunk.
[FV33300(ALL)11/94]
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The remote control for the trunk
[FV36200(ALL)05/94]
Special Features of Your Wagon
[FV36300(ALL)02/95]
Liftgate
[FV36400(ALL)01/89]
Your wagon has a two-way liftgate that lets you
either open the entire liftgate or just the
window.
[FV36450(ALL)02/95]
To open the liftgate, press the release that is
hidden under the exterior trim panel just above
the license plate. Pull up on the handle to raise
the liftgate.
[FV36500(ALL)02/95]
The liftgate willnotlock automatically when
you close it. To lock the liftgate with the key,
turn left. You can also use the central power
lock on the driver's door or the LOCK button on
the remote entry keyfob, if your vehicle is so
equipped.
[FV36550(ALL)02/95]
When the liftgate is locked, the window will also
lock.
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166 [FV40800(ALL)11/94]The Third Seat
[FV40900(ALL)04/95]
The third seat faces the back of the wagon. For
height and weight limits, see the label on the
seat cushion. When the seat is down, the back
part of your wagon has a flat surface for
carrying cargo.
[FV41000(ALL)03/92]
To open up the seat:
[FV41100(ALL)04/95]
1. Unlock the floor panel with the key.
[FV41200(ALL)11/94]
2. Use the handle to fold the floor panel
toward the front of the car.
[FV41250(ALL)04/95]
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Opening the third seat in the rear of the wagon
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[DR03800(ALL)01/95]
Putting Your Vehicle in Gear
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[DR04001(ALL)01/95]
RWARNING
Hold the brake pedal down while
you move the gearshift from position
to position. If you do not hold the
brake pedal down, your vehicle may
move unexpectedly and injure
someone.
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[DR04050(ALL)03/95]
To operate:
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[DR04101(ALL)01/95]
1. Start the engine.
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[DR04150(ALL)01/95]
2. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
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3. Move the gearshift lever out of P (Park).
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[DR04250(ALL)04/95]
Your vehicle is equipped with a Brake Shift
Interlock safety feature. This feature prevents the
gearshift from being moved from the P (Park)
position until the brake pedal is depressed. This
feature is active when the ignition is in the ON
position. If the gearshift lever CANNOT be
moved from P (Park) with the brake pedal
depressed:
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[DR04300(ALL)01/95]
1. Turn the engine off and remove the ignition
key.
[DR04350(ALL)11/94]
2. Reinsert the ignition key and turn clockwise
to the first position (OFF).
[DR04400(ALL)11/94]
3. Depress the brake pedal, move the gearshift
lever to N (Neutral) and start the engine.
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[DR06765(ALL)04/95]
Your vehicle is equipped with a Brake Shift
Interlock safety feature. This feature prevents the
gearshift from being moved from the P (Park)
position until the brake pedal is depressed. This
feature is active when the ignition is in the ON
position. If the gearshift lever CANNOT be
moved from P (Park) with the brake pedal
depressed:
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[DR06770(ALL)01/95]
1. Turn the engine off and remove the ignition
key.
[DR06775(ALL)11/94]
2. Reinsert the ignition key and turn clockwise
to the first position (OFF).
[DR06780(ALL)11/94]
3. Depress the brake pedal, move the gearshift
lever to N (Neutral) and start the engine.
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[DR06783(ALL)03/95]
RWARNING
If you need to shift out of P (Park)
by using the alternate procedure
described above, it is possible that a
fuse has blown and that your
brakelamps may also not be
functional. Please refer to the chapter
titledServicing Your Vehiclein this
Owner Guide for instructions on
checking and replacing fuses. DO
NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE
UNTIL YOU VERIFY THAT THE
BRAKELAMPS ARE WORKING.
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