2002 Mercury Sable fuse box

1. Turn the ignition key to RUN, then press the power door UNLOCK
control button 3 times.
2. Turn the ignition key to OFF, then press the power door UNLOCK
control button 3 times.
3. Turn the ignition key to RUN, within five seconds press the power
door UNLOCK control button 2 times.
The user should receive twohorn chirpsto indicate the system had
been altered.
Note:Puddle lamps cannot be deactivated, only the head, park, and tail
lamps will be deactivated/activated.
•Turn ignition to OFF to exit.
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
With the keyless entry keypad, you
can:
•lock or unlock the vehicle doors
and liftgate (wagons) without using the key.
•open the trunk.
•arm and disarm the perimeter alarm system (if equipped).
See alsoRemote entry systemandPerimeter alarm systemin this
chapter for more information.
Your vehicle has a factory-set 5–digit code that operates the keyless
entry system. You can also program your own 5–digit personal entry
code.
The factory-set code is located:
•On the owner’s wallet card in the glove compartment,
•On the inner side of the passenger compartment fuse box, or
•At your dealer.
When using the keyless entry keypad, press the middle of each button in
order to ensure a good activation.
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45678
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Fuse/relay
locationFuse amp
ratingPassenger compartment fuse
panel description
32 10A ABS, DRL relay coil, Speed control
actuator, Traction control switch, AC
heater selector switch, Blend door
actuator, Brake shift interlock, Rear
defroster relay coil
33—Not used
34—Not used
35—Not used
36 15A Turn signals, Back-up lamps
37 15A Transmission position switch
38 5A GEM park neutral switch
39—Not used
40—Not used
41—Not used
42—Not used
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is
located in the engine compartment.
The power distribution box contains
high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle’s main electrical systems
from overloads.
Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current
fuses.
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To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to
the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or
refilling fluid reservoirs.
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection of theMaintenance and specificationschapter.
The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/relay
locationFuse amp
ratingPower distribution box
description
1 60A** Fuse junction panel
2 30A** Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
relay
3 60A** Fuse junction panel
4—Not used
5—Not used
6—Not used
7 40A** Starter relay, Ignition switch
8 20A** Transit relay (export only), Rear
foglamps
9 40A** Cooling fan relays
10—Not used
11—Not used
12—Not used
1
23
4
56
7
8
910
11 12
1314
1516 17
18
19202122
2324
25
29
3026 27 28
31
32
33
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Fuse/relay
locationFuse amp
ratingPower distribution box
description
13 40A** Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
module pump feed
14—Not used
15 20A* ABS module valve solenoid
16 20A* Fuel pump relay
17 20A* Cell port
18 20A* Cigar lighter
19 15A* Right headlamp
20—Not used
21 15A* Left headlamp
22 10A* A/C clutch relay, PCM keep alive
power
23—Starter motor relay
24—Fan relay
25—Wiper speed relay
26 10A* Alternator
27 5A* Rear control unit, Antenna
28 15A* HEGO sensor transmission shift
solenoid, Canister vent, A/C clutch
relay
29—Wiper park relay
30—Fuel pump relay
31—PCM power relay
32—Fan relay
33—A/C clutch relay
* Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses
Relays
Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replaced
by qualified technicians.
CHANGING THE TIRES
If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly
and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
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Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................29
Liftgate ........................................54
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........111
speed control ............................51
Load limits .................................118
GAWR ......................................118
GVWR ......................................118
trailer towing ..........................118
Locks
childproof ..................................58
doors ..........................................58
Lubricant specifications ...183, 185
Lumbar support, seats ...............72
M
Mirrors .........................................44
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................45
heated ........................................48
side view mirrors (power) .......47
Moon roof ....................................51
Motorcraft parts ................168, 180
O
Octane rating ............................167
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................154
Overdrive ...................................114
P
Parking brake ............................112
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....180
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................48Power adjustable foot pedals .....48
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................129
Power door locks ........................58
Power point .................................44
Power steering ..........................113
fluid, checking and adding ....173
fluid, refill capacity ................181
fluid, specifications .........183, 185
Power Windows ...........................44
R
Radio ......................................15, 17
Rear window defroster ...............25
Relays ................................125, 131
Remote entry system
illuminated entry ......................62
locking/unlocking doors ...........58
opening the trunk .....................61
Roof rack .....................................57
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................75, 77–80, 82
Safety restraints ..............75, 77–83
belt minder ...............................85
cleaning the safety belts ..........89
extension assembly ..................88
for adults .............................78–80
for children .........................96–97
lap belt ......................................82
warning light and chime ....84–85
Safety seats for children ............99
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............75
Seats ............................................71
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