1996 Mercury Sable tow

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Removing the leaf screen
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2. With a wrench or socket, remove the two
screws that hold the water shield. Move the
water shield toward the center of the vehicle
until there is enough clearance to remove it.
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Removing the water shield
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3. Remove the old filter by sliding it forward
out of the plastic tray then towards the
center of the vehicle until there is enough
clearance to remove it.
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4. Install the new filter by compressing it and
sliding it into the plastic tray. Push the left
rear corner back and down to seat it in the
tray. Push the other edges of the filter down
to seat the filter completely.
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5. Reinstall the water shield, sliding it from the
center of the vehicle toward the fender. As
you position it over the filter, guide the
hinged flap on the left side of the shield
down between the filter and the fender.
Slide the shield toward the fender until the
holes on the shield align with the holes on
the vehicle body. Reinstall the two screws
that hold the shield in place.
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6. Reinstall the leaf screen. Tuck the left rear
corner of the screen under the top of the
fender, then lower the screen into position.
Reinstall the four retainers, turning them 90Ê
to lock them into place. Reinstall the vacuum
line hose clips and the one loose clip in the
notches in the leaf screen.
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Tires
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Look at your tires each time you fill your fuel
tank. If one tire looks lower than the others,
check the pressure in all of them. Always follow
these precautions:
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Keep your tires inflated to the recommended
pressures.
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320 [SV40800(ALL)02/95]Each 0.1 inch difference in surface height
between the front and the rear wheels
corresponds to0.053Ê ofsurface slope; each0.19Ê
of surface slope corresponds to 0.36 inches
difference in surface height between the front
and rear wheels.
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Replacing the High-Mount Brakelamp Bulb
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If you have the sedan, your vehicle has a
brakelamp mounted in the rear window, called a
high-mount brakelamp. The wagon has a
high-mount brakelamp on the outside. You may
need to remove this lamp to replace the
brakelamp bulb.
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Parts of the high-mount brakelamp (sedan)
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Sedan
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To remove the brakelamp:
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1. Remove the package tray trim.
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2. Push the attachment toward the rear
window.
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3. Slide the brakelamp up and away from the
rear window to remove it from the tabs that
hold it down.
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4. Disconnect the bulbs.
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To install the brakelamp:
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1. Install the bulbs.
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2. Position the brakelamp over the tab slots
and line up the tabs with the tab slots.
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3. Push down and toward the rear window to
engage the tabs.
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4. Push attachment toward the rear window
and line up the slot in the attachment with
the edge of the sheet metal hole.
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5. Release the attachment slot onto the sheet
metal hole.
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6. Replace the package tray trim.
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Wagon
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Parts of the high-mount brakelamp (wagon)
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Emission Control System
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Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic
converter which enables your vehicle to comply
with applicable exhaust emissions requirements.
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RWARNING
It is important for your safety and
the efficient operation of your
vehicle that the engine and exhaust
system operate properly. Exhaust
leaks may result in the entry of
harmful and potentially lethal fumes,
particularly carbon monoxide, into
the passenger compartment. In
addition, malfunctions in the engine
or exhaust system can result in
excessive exhaust system
temperatures. Under extreme
conditions (for example, towing a
trailer up a steep hill on a very hot
day with a malfunctioning engine or
exhaust system), excessive exhaust
temperatures could damage the fuel
system, the interior floor covering, or
other vehicle components, possibly
causing a fire and resulting in
personal injury.
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To make sure that the catalytic converter and the
other emissions control parts continue to work
properly:
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Use only unleaded fuel.
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Avoid running out of fuel.
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Do not turn off the ignition while your
vehicle is moving, especially at high speeds.
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Index 351
Doors
door ajar warning light......... 79
lubricant specifications........ 331
Driving under special conditions
heavy load.............. 209
high speed.............. 290
high water.............. 209
slippery roads............ 207
towing a trailer............ 212
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Electrical system
fuses................ 304
operating when the engine is off..... 61
relays................ 304
Electronic sound system
accessory delay............. 61
radio reception............ 176
tuning the radio........... 172
warranty and service information . . . 190
Electronic stereo cassette radio
(see Electronic sound system)..... 172
Electronic stereo radio
(see Electronic sound system)..... 172
Emergencies, roadside
assistance.............. 235
battery acid spills........... 218
jump-starting............. 217
towing................ 232
Emergency brake (parking brake)..... 205
Emission control system
catalytic converter.......... 324
emissions warranty.......... 325
Engine
fuel pump shut-off switch........ 68
service points............ 260
starting................ 64
starting after a collision......... 68
storing your vehicle.......... 333
Engine block heater............ 67
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356 Index
Lamps (continued)
high beams.............. 115
illuminated mirrors.......... 155
interior lamps............. 110
map lamps.............. 111
trailer................ 216
Lap belts................. 20
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag................. 79
anti-lock brakes (ABS).......... 83
anti-theft................ 90
brake................. 75
charging system............. 76
door ajar................ 79
engine oil pressure........... 77
high beam............... 78
lamp out................ 89
low fuel................ 89
low washer fluid............ 88
oil pressure............... 77
overdrive off.............. 90
safety belt............... 75
service engine soon........... 80
speed control.............. 83
turn signal indicator........... 82
Load limits
GAWR................ 209
GVWR................ 209
trailer towing............. 212
Lubricant specifications......... 331
Luggage rack.............. 163
Lug nuts
anti-theft............... 230
standard............... 227
tightening sequence.......... 228
Lumbar support pad........... 149
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Index 359
S
Safe driving tips............ 207
Safety belts (see Safety restraints)...... 9
Safety chains, when towing a trailer . . . 215
Safety Compliance Certification Label . . . 209
Safety defects, reporting......... 243
Safety information relating to
automotive fuels........... 268
Safety restraints
adjusting the safety belts...... 14,20
automatic locking mode (retractor).... 13
center front lap belt........... 20
extension assembly........... 21
for children.............. 32
for infants............... 32
for pregnant women.......... 10
maintenance.............. 22
replacement.............. 22
warning light and chime........ 75
Safety seats for children
and air bags.............. 34
attaching with tether straps....... 46
automatic locking mode (retractor).... 13
in rear outboard............ 37
Seats
adjusting the seat, manual....... 146
adjusting the seats, power....... 148
child safety seats............ 34
cleaning upholstery.......... 151
head restraints............ 145
lumbar support............ 149
split-folding rear seat.......149, 165
Service concerns............ 237
Servicing your vehicle
precautions when servicing...... 256
servicing when you tow........ 216
Shift-lock system..........192, 197
Shift positions (see Gearshift).....193, 198
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