Mercury 1997 Sable User Manual

Before driving
Introduction 2
Instrumentation 4
Controls and features 13
Seating and safety restraints 48
Starting and driving
Starting 76
Driving 81
Roadside emergencies 96
Servicing
Maintenance and care 114
Capacities and specifications 151
Reporting safety defects 162
Index 163
Contents
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Mercury 1997 Sable Specifications

General

Brand	Mercury
Model	1997 Sable
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Before driving

Introduction

Provides an overview of the manual's purpose, icons, and important vehicle information.

Instrumentation

Details the vehicle's dashboard layout, gauges, and warning lights.

Controls and features

Explains the operation of interior and exterior controls like lights, climate, and cruise control.

Seating and safety restraints

Covers seat adjustment, seat belts, airbags, and child safety seat installation.

Starting and driving

Starting

Guides on preparing and starting the vehicle, including safety precautions.

Driving

Explains driving systems like brakes, ABS, parking brake, and transmission operation.

Roadside emergencies

Provides procedures for hazard lights, fuel pump shut-off, fuses, and tire changes.

Servicing

Maintenance and care

Details routine maintenance, fluid checks, and component care.

Capacities and specifications

Lists part numbers, fluid capacities, engine data, and vehicle dimensions.

Reporting safety defects

Informs US owners on how to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA.