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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Mercury Sable cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Passenger Cars -> THERMOSTAT, REPLACE -> 1.8L/4-112 Engine -> 1.9L/4-116 Engine -> 2.0L/4-122 Engine -> 2.3L/4-140 ENGINE -> 2.5L/V6-153 Engine -> 3.0L/V6-182 & 3.2L/V6-195 SHO ENGINES -> 3.0L/V6-182 ENGINE -> 3.0L/V6-182 EXCEPT SHO ENGINE -> 3.8L/V6-232 ENGINE -> 4.6L/V8-281 Engine -> 5.0L/V8-302 Engine -> ASPIRE -> CAPRI -> CONTINENTAL, COUGAR, SABLE, TAURUS & THUNDERBIRD -> CONTOUR & MYSTIQUE -> CROWN VICTORIA, GRAND MARQUIS & TOWN CAR -> ESCORT & TRACER -> Installation -> MARK VIII -> MUSTANG -> PROBE -> Removal -> TEMPO & TOPAZ
Vehicle: 1995 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS

CONTOUR & MYSTIQUE

2.0L/4-122 Engine
  • Remove engine air intake resonators.
  • Drain cooling system so engine coolant level is below thermostat, then disconnect upper radiator hose and radiator overflow hose from water hose connection.
  • Remove water outlet connection bolts, then the connection from thermostat housing.
  • Remove thermostat and seal from housing, inspect seal for damage and replace if necessary.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Fill cooling system with 50/50 mixture of water and specified ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Mercury Sable cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Brake Pad Service -> Continental, Cougar, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, LS, Marauder, Mustang (Except Cobra), Sable, Taurus, Thunderbird & Town Car -> Contour & Mystique -> Escort, Tracer & ZX2 -> Focus -> Inspection -> Installation -> Mustang Cobra -> Removal
Vehicle: 2001 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS

On models with anti-lock brakes, the brake hydraulic system must be depressurized before disconnecting any hydraulic lines or fittings. Depressurize the system by pumping the brake pedal a minimum of 25 times with the ignition in the Off position.

Continental, Cougar, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, LS, Marauder, Mustang (Except Cobra), Sable, Taurus, Thunderbird & Town Car

Removal
  • Remove brake fluid until reservoir is half full.
  • On models equipped with air suspension, turn air suspension service switch to Off position.
  • On all models, raise and support front of vehicle, then remove ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mercury Sable cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Component Locations -> 1986-06 Taurus, Sable & 1988-02 Continental
Vehicle: 1991 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Mercury Sable cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove front wheels.
  • Remove and discard front axle retainer nut and washer.
  • Remove nut from stabilizer bar link at shock absorber end, then remove link from shock and position aside.
  • Remove nut from lower ball joint, then using a suitable pitman arm type puller, loosen ball joint in lower control arm.
  • Place a suitable pry bar through opening in lower control arm and under frame, then pry down on control arm to release lower ball joint.
  • Remove outer CV joint from hub using suitable tools, noting the following:
    • Do not use a hammer to drive joint fr...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Mercury Sable cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Reset Procedures
Vehicle: 2008 Mercury Sable Premier 3.5 V6 GAS

If the system detects low tire pressure, CHECK TIRE PRESSURE lamp will illuminate. Inflating tire(s) to recommended pressure will clear the tire ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Mercury Sable cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove lower air deflector.
  • Remove solenoid safety cap from starter solenoid.
  • Remove cables to starter solenoid and ground stud.
  • Remove starter motor mounting ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mercury Sable cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Ford Motor Co. -> 2000-07 Sable & Taurus
Vehicle: 2003 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the hood.
  • Remove the righthand cowl vent screen, Fig. .
  • Remove the water shield retaining screws, then the shield, Fig. .
  • Rem...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mercury Sable cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Low Oil Level Warning Indicator ->
Vehicle: 1997 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS

This system is used to indicate when the engine oil level is 11/2 quarts or more below the specified level. The lamp should light during engine starting. If the oil level is sufficient, the lamp will go off when the engine is operating. If the ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Mercury Sable cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1995 Mercury Sable 3.8 V6 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at lower intake manifold fitting using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from lower intake manifold fitting.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at heater core using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedu...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mercury Sable cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Rotate drive belt tensioner in a clockwise direction, using 15mm ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Mercury Sable cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Power Steering Components Diagram for 2008 Mercury Sable Premier 3.5 V6 GASPower Steering Components Diagram for 2008 Mercury Sable Premier 3.5 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
  • Rear End Diagram for 2008 Mercury Sable  3.5 V6 GASRear End Diagram for 2008 Mercury Sable 3.5 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • License Lamp Connector
  • Splice S401
  • Connector C476
  • Rear Wiper Motor Connector
  • Splice S400
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Mercury Sable cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2003 Mercury Sable  3.0 V6 FLEX Wiring Diagram2003 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 FLEX Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Tank Unit
  • Instrument Cluster
  • Check Engine
  • Low Fuel Indicator
  • Fuel Gauge
  • 2003 Mercury Sable  3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Main Light Switch
  • Park/Turn Lamp, Left Front
  • License Plate Lamp, Left
  • License Plate Lamp, Right
  • Park/Turn Lamp, Right Front
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Mercury Sable cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: WIRING HARNESS - TERMINAL REPAIR KIT - REV5
    Vehicle: 1994 Mercury Sable 3.8 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
  • Document: SILICONE SEALANT CONTAMINATION OF EGO SENSOR - REV
    Vehicle: 1994 Mercury Sable 3.8 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seals, Gaskets, Sealants
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Mercury Sable cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Mercury Sable cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Mercury Sable cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Mercury Sable cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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