Mercury Sable 2008 User manual

one |Windshield / Wiper Washer The multifunction lever controls the
windshield
wiper modes, speeds and the windshield washer. Rotate the end of the
control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers. Rotate the control towards
you to decrease the speed of the wipers.
For windshield washercontrol, push the end of the stalk briefly to cause a single swipe
of the wiper. With a quick push and hold, the wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid. With a long
push and hold, the wipers and washer fluid will activate for up to ten seconds
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Foglamp Control With the ignition on, the foglamps can be turned on when
the headlamp control is inthe parking lamp,headlamp, or autolamp position andthe high
beams are not on. Simply pull the headlamp control toward you to turn on the foglamps.
The foglamp indicator light will illuminate. The foglamps will not operate when the high
beams are activated.
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Headlamp Control Turning the headlampcontrol clockwise to the first
position turns on the parkinglamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and
the tail lamps. Continuing to turn the headlamp control to the second position turns
on the headlamps.
To use the autolamp light-sensitive, automatic on-off control for the headlamps, turn
the headlamp control counterclockwise. If the windshield wipers are turned on for a fixed period of time,
the exterior lamps will turn on with the headlamp control in the autolamp position. To turn autolamps off,
turn the control clockwise to the OFF position.
To activate the high beams, simply push the turn signal lever toward the instrument panel. Pull the lever
toward you to deactivate high beams. Use the same lever to activate the “Flash to Pass” feature. Pull the
lever toward you slightly to activate and release it to deactivate.
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Panel Dimmer Use this control to adjust the brightness of the instrument
panel and all applicable switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parking lamp
operation. Move the control tothe full upright position, past the detent, to turn on the
interior lamps.
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Warning Lights and Message Center
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a| Throttle Control/Transmission Lights The throttle control/transmission lights illuminates
when a powertrain fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
b|ABS Warning Light In an emergency, apply continuous force to the brake pedal. Do not pump
the brakes. Any pulsationor mechanical noise you may feel or hear is normal. If the lightdoesn’t illuminate
or stays on, have your vehicle serviced. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light
is also illuminated.
c| Speed Control Light The speed control light will Illuminate when the speed control is engaged.
It will turn off when the speed control system is disengaged. The controls for the speed control are
located on the steering wheel. Press and release the ON and OFF buttons to engage and disengage the
system. Speed control does not work at speeds below 30 mph (48 km/h). For more information, please
consult your Owner’s Guide.
d|Check Engine Light The check engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned
to the ON position to check the bulb. If the lamp turns solid or blinks, the On Board Diagnostics System
has detected a malfunction. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration or deceleration) and
have your vehicle serviced immediately.
e| Brake System Warning Light To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will
momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position, when the engine is not running
or in a position between ON and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to
the ON position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek service
immediately from your dealership. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake
fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your servicing dealership.
f| Message Center With the ignition in the ON position, the message center displays important
vehicle information by constantly monitoring vehicle systems. You may select display features on the
message center for a display of status. The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems
with a display of system warnings. For more information, please consult your Owner’s Guide.
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Get ready to redefine your
driving expectations. Your new Mercury
Sable is going to take your automotive
experience to a whole new level. And,
you get to go along for the ride in style,
comfort and with confidence. You know
your new Sable has attitude...and
you’re about to find out it also has
intelligence. Your new Sable was one
very smart choice.
This Quick Reference Guide was
designed to help you get to know your
new Sable. The perfect combination of
attitude, intelligence and style. That’s
your new Sable.
Feels good, doesn’t it?
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Speed Control For your speed control to work, you must pressand release
the ON button. Pressing and releasing the OFF button disengages the system and
turns it off. To set a speed, press the ON button, accelerate to the desired speed and
press the SET+ button, thentake your foot off the accelerator pedal. Youcan increase
your speed by pressing and releasing the SET+ button until you reach the desired
speed, increasing speed by 1 mph(1..6 km/h) with each tap. You can decrease speed
in the same way using the SET- button. Pressing the RSM (resume) button will automatically return the
vehicle to the previously set speed. To disengage the speed control, press the OFF or CNCL button or
depress the brake pedal.
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Steering Wheel Audio Controls (if equipped)
These controls allow you to adjust the radio and CD features
from the steering wheel. Press MEDIA to select AM, FM1, FM2
or CD. Press SEEK to access the next/previous strong station
or track on a CD. Press VOL+/- to adjust volume, and MUTE
to mute the volume.
A. Navigation/SYNC™ Hands Free Feature (if equipped):
Press and hold VOICE briefly until the icon appears on the
Navigation Display to usethe voice command feature. Press
SEND or END to complete a voice command.
B. Navigation System Push To Talk (PPT) Hands Free Feature
(if equipped): Press and hold PTT briefly until the VOICE icon appears on the Navigation display to
use the voice command feature. Press PTT again to end a voice command.
C. SYNC™ System Hands Free Feature (if equipped): Press and hold VOICE briefly until the icon
appears on the display to use the voicecommand feature. Press and hold to send a call or text
message. Press OK to confirm your selection.
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Tilt Steering Column To adjust the steering wheel, push the
adjustment lever down to unlock the steering column. While the lever is down, tilt the
steering column to your desired position. Then, while holding the steering column in
place, pull the lever up to its original position to lock the steering column. Do not
adjust while driving.
Memory Feature (if equipped) This feature will allow you to set two positions for
the driver's seat, power mirrors and adjustable pedals (if equipped). Set the position
by pressing the SET button (indicator will illuminate), then press the 1 or 2 button to
set the position to either Driver 1 or Driver 2. This memory setting can then be
recalled when you press the 1 or 2 button, enter Customer Code 1 or 2 on the keypad,
or when you press unlock on the remote entry system (one of your remote
transmitters is associated with Driver 1 and the other transmitter is associated with Driver 2)
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can be recalled in any gearshift position if the ignition is not in the RUN position or only inP (Park) orN (Neutral) if the
ignition isin the run position.
Power Mirrors To adjust your mirrors, rotate the control clockwise to adjust the
right mirror and counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror. Move the control in the
direction you wish to tilt the mirror. Then rotate the control to the center position to
lock the mirrors in place.
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Quick Reference Guide
Ford Motor Company
Customer Relationship Center
P.O. Box 6248
Dearborn, MI 48121
1-800-392-3673 (FORD)
(TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952)
This Quick Reference Guide is not intended to replace your Owner’s Guide which contains more
detailed information concerning the features of your vehicle, as well as important safety warnings
designed to help reduce the risk of injury to you and your occupants. Please read your entire Owner’s
Guide carefully as you begin learning about your new vehicle and refer to the appropriate sections
when questions arise.
All information contained in this Quick Reference Guide was accurate at the time of duplication.
We reserve the right to change features, operation and/or functionality of any vehicle specification at
any time. Your Mercury dealer is the best source for the most current information.
For detailed operating and safety information, please consult your Owner’s Guide.
August 2007 | First Printing | Quick Reference Guide
Mercury Sable | Litho in U.S.A.
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Tune/DiscSelector Press to go up or down
the radio frequency or to select a desired disc.
Also use in menu mode to select various settings.
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Load Press to begin the CD load
sequence. Press and hold to autoload up to
6 CDs.
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CD Press to enter CD mode. If a CD is
already loaded into the system, the CD will
begin playing where it last ended.
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On/Off/Volume Control Push to turn
the system ON or OFF. Turn to increase or
decrease volume. If the volume is set above a
certain level and the ignition is turned off, the
volume will come back on at a “nominal” level
when the ignition switch is turned back on.
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AM / FM Press to select AM or FM
frequency bands.
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Seek Function Press to access the
next/previous strong station or track.
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Scan Function Press for a brief
sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. Press
again to stop.
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CD Rewind Press to manually reverse in
a CD track.
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CD Fast Forward Press to manually
advance in a CD track.
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Setting Memory Preset To set a station:
Press AM/FM to select frequency band, tune to
a station, then press and hold a preset button
until the sound returns.
Bass / Treble Press MENU until bass or treble
settings are displayed; adjust using the
SEEK control.
Balance / Fade Press MENU until Balance is
displayed; press to adjust the audio between
the left and right speakers using the SEEK
control. Press MENU again to display Fade.
Press SEEK to adjust audio between the front
and rear speakers.
Setting the Clock Press MENU until SELECT
HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed. Press the
up/down arrows or SEEK control to adjust the
hours/minutes. Press MENU again to
disengage clock mode.
MP3 Track/Folder Mode In Track mode, pressing
SEEK will scroll through all tracks on the disc.
In Folder mode, pressing SEEK will scroll only
through tracks within a selected folder.
Driver and Passenger Side Temperature
Set desired cabin temperature with the
1or 4red and blue buttons. Press 1for driver’s
side, 4for passenger’s side. Recommended
setting is 72°F (22°C) to 75°F (24°C).
Dual Control (if equipped)
Press 10 DUAL to engage/disengage separate
passenger side temperature control.
Automatic Operation
Set desired 1cabin temperature. Press 2AUTO
button for full automatic operation. The system
will automatically adjust airflow temperature,
fan speed, airflow direction, A/C and
recirculated air, based on the selected
temperature to heat or cool the vehicle to the
desired temperature as soon as possible.
Max A/C Operation
Automatic operation: Press 2AUTO button for
full automatic operation. Do not override A/C or
recirculated air. Set the desired temperature.
Override Operation: Select 7air distribution.
Select 8A/C and 9recirculated air. Use
recirculated air with A/C to provide colder
airflow. Set temperature setting to 60°F
(15.5°C). Initially set to highest fan speed 5,
then adjust to maintain comfort.
Manual Override Operation: Press 1to set
desired cabin temperature. Adjust any of the
following for personal comfort preferences: 5
fan speed, 7airflow direction, 8A/C and
9recirculated air. Fan speed, A/C and
recirculated air overrides will not turn off the
AUTO indicator light. Airflow direction overrides
will turn off the AUTO indicator light.
Airflow Direction Control (if equipped)
Press 7repeatedly to select airflow direction.
Defogging / Demisting
Press 3to distribute outside air through the
windshield defroster vents and demister vents.
To reduce humidity buildup in the vehicle,
do not drive with the Climate Control turned off.
Also, do not drive with recirculated air selected
unless A/C is operating.
Heated Seats (if equipped)
Press 6to cycle through available settings of
high heat (2 lights), low heat (1 light), and off
(no lights).
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Additional Features
HomeLink (if equipped) The HomeLink Wireless Control System on the driver’s visor
provides a convenientway to replace up to threehandheldtransmitters with a singledevice.
This feature will operate most garage doors, entry gate operators, security systems, and
homeor office lighting. For programming,please consult yourOwner’s Guide.
Na igation System (If equipped) Please refer to your Na igation Supplement for more information on theNa igation System.
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Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) and Remote Entry System
Your vehicle comes equipped with two specially programmed Integrated Keyhead
Transmitters (IKTs). IKTs are both a programmed ignition key and a remote keyless entry
transmitter. Handlethe IKTcarefullywhen starting thecar to avoidaccidentallypressingany
of the remote entry buttons.Press once to unlock the driver’s door. The interior lamps
will illuminate. Press twice to unlock all the doors. Press once to lock all the doors.
Press twice within three seconds to confirm all the doors and trunk are closed. On the first press of ,
the turnlamps will flash.On the secondpress within 3 seconds, the hornwill chirp and the turnsignal lamps
willflashonce if allthe doorsand thetrunk areclosed.Press andhold for1.5secondsto activate the panic
alarm. Pressagain orturn thekey in theignitionto deactivate thepanicalarm. Press twicewithin3 seconds
to activate thecar finderfeature; your horn will chirp andyour turnsignal lampswill flash. It is recommended
that this method be used to locate your vehicle, rather than using the panic alarm. Press twice within
3 seconds to open the trunk. Ensure that you keep the IKT adhesive security label in a safe place for
future reference.
Autolock Your vehicle is equipped with an autolock feature. The autolock feature will
automatically lock alldoors whenyour vehicle is in motion andmeets a set ofconditions, as
described in your Owner’s Guide. Your vehicle comes with this feature enabled. You can
enable or disable this feature by followingthe activation or deactivation procedure outlined
in yourOwner’s Guide.
Adjustable Pedals (if equipped) The accelerator and brake pedal should only be
adjusted when the vehicleis stoppedand the gearshift is in the P (Park)position.Press the
top of the controlto adjust the pedals away from you or press the bottom of thecontrol to
adjust the pedals towardyou.
Reverse Sensing System (if equipped) The Reverse Sensing System (RSS) sounds a
toneto warn the driver of obstacles near the rearbumper whenR (Reverse) is selected and
the vehicle is moving at speeds less than 3 mph (5 km/h). The system is not effective at
speeds above 3 mph (5 km/h) and may not detect certain angular or moving objects. The
RSS detects obstacles up to 6 feet (2 meters) from the rear bumper with a decrease
coverage areaat the outercorners ofthe bumper. When theobstacleis less than10 inches
away, the tonewill soundcontinuously.
Auxiliary Input ack Your vehicle is equipped with anAuxiliary Input ack located inside
theconsolebin.This allows youto plug andplayauxiliaryaudiodevices, includingMP3 Players.
Press AUX repeatedly on your audio system to access. When LINEIN appears in the display,
plugin your auxiliaryaudio device. For more information, please consult your Owner’s Guide.
Center Console Storage The utility compartment has a clamshell tray and removable
divider for flexible storage of MP3players,CDs or handbags.
USB port (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equippe d with a USB port inside your
center console. This feature allows yo u to plug in your laptop computer and me dial
playing devices among other opti ons. For more detailed information, p lease refer to
using your USB port i n the SYNC supplement.
Essential Information
Location of Spare Tire and Tools Your vehicle is equipped with a temporary spare tire which
is smaller than a regular tire and designed for emergency use only. The jack, spare tire, jack handle and
lug nut wrench are under the cargo cover in the trunk of the vehicle.
Fuses If your electrical components are not working properly, a fuse may have blown. For more
information, please consult your Owner’s Guide.
Fuel Pump Shut-off Switch This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the
engine when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt. After an accident, if the engine cranks but does
not start, this switch may have been activated. The fuel pump shut-off switch is located in the front
passenger footwell area in the right upper corner.
Unleaded Fuel Recommendations For optimum performance use “Regular” unleaded fuel
with a pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of at least 87. We do not recommend the use of gasolines labeled
as “Regular” with octane ratings of 86 or lower that are sold in high altitude areas.
Tire Pressure Safe operation of your Sable requires that your tires be properly inflated. The Mercury
recommended inflation pressure is found on the Tire Label or the Safety Compliance Certification Label
located near the front door latch on the edge of the driver’s door. At least once a month and before
long trips, inspect each tire and check the air pressure with a digital or dial-type tire gauge. Don’t forget
the spare. Air pressure should be checked when the tires are cold. Inflate all tires to the inflation
pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been
equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure warning
light when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
Roadside Assistance In addition to your New Vehicle Limited Warranty, Mercury provides new
vehicle owners with a complimentary roadside assistance program. It covers changing a flat tire, jump
starts, limited fuel delivery, lock-out assistance, winch out and towing of your vehicle.
United States (800) 241–3673
Canada (800) 665–2006
Rear Window Buffeting When one or both of your rear windows are fully open, you may
experience a wind throb or buffeting noise. This is common among all vehicles and can be eliminated
simply by lowering a front window two to three inches.
Safety Please wear your safety restraints, pay attention to changing road conditions and drive safely.
For more safety related information, please consult your Owner’s Guide.
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Use extreme caution with any de ice that may take your attention off the road. Your primary concern is safe operation of your
ehicle. Only use non-essential de ices when it is safe to do so.