1996 Mercury Sable fuse

31 %
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[SR18450(ALL)03/95]
The air bag system uses a readiness light on the
instrument cluster and a tone to indicate the
condition of the system. When you turn the
ignition key to the ON position, this light will
illuminate for approximately six (6) seconds and
then turn off. This indicates that the system is
operating normally. NOTE: Maintenance of the
air bag system is not required.
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[SR18475(ALL)03/95]
A problem with the system is indicated by one
or more of the following:
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[SR18501(ALL)03/95]
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the readiness light will either flash or stay lit,
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[SR18525(ALL)03/95]
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or it will not light immediately after ignition
is turned on,
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[SR18550(ALL)03/95]
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or a group of five beeps will be heard. The
tone pattern will repeat periodically until the
problem and light are repaired.
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[SR18575(ALL)03/95]
If any of these things happen, have the air bag
system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury
dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the Air Bag
Supplemental Restraint System may not function
properly in the event of a collision.
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[SR18601(ALL)01/95]
RWARNING
Do not attempt to service, repair, or
modify the Air Bag Supplemental
Restraint System; tampering could
cause activation of the system and
increase the risk of personal injury.
DO NOT REPLACE OR
OTHERWISE TAMPER WITH THE
AIR BAG FUSES. For servicing of
the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint
System, see your Ford or
Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
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[DR04451(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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[DR04501(ALL)11/94]
Using a column-mounted gearshift
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[DR04550(ALL)04/95]
If your gearshift is on the column, you can use
any of the following positions:
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one third page art:0000491-E
The column-mounted gearshift
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[DR04650(ALL)01/95]
Once you place the gearshift securely into
position, gradually release the brake pedal and
use the accelerator as necessary.
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197 %
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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).
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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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[SV32910(ALL)02/95]
Fuses and Relays
[SV32915(ALL)04/95]
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.
[SV33400(ALL)02/95]
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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[SV33410(ALL)02/95]
Once you have determined which fuses to check,
follow the procedures underChecking and
replacing fuseslater in this chapter.
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[SV33500(ALL)05/93]
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 instrument panel fuses and relays
[SV33935(ALL)11/94]
half page art:0001081-B
The instrument panel fuse panel location
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full page art:0001082-EThe instrument panel fuse cover
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The power distribution box fuses and relays
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[SV33985(ALL)01/95]
RWARNING
Always disconnect the battery before
servicing high current fuses. Ford
recommends that high current fuses
be replaced by a qualified technician.
[SV33986(ALL)11/94]
half page art:0001089-B
The power distribution box location
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312 %
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[SV35200(ALL)03/95]
Checking and Replacing Fuses
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[SV35300(ALL)02/95]
If you need to check a fuse, follow these steps:
[SV35400(ALL)11/94]
1. Lift the handle of the fuse panel or power
distribution box to unlatch the cover.
[SV35600(ALL)11/94]
2. On the cover, find the fuse you want to
check. The diagram on the cover tells you
where to locate the fuse on the panel.
[SV35900(ALL)11/94]
3. Check the fuse to see if it is blown. To
remove the fuse, use the pulling tool
attached to the inside cover of the fuse
panel. Look through the clear side of the
fuse to see if the metal wire inside is
separated. If it is, the fuse should be
replaced.
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[SV36000(ALL)11/94]
quarter page art:0030248-A
Fuse puller tool and fuse
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