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2000 Mercury Sable 4dr Sdn LS

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Mercury Sable 4dr Sdn LS
Mercury Sable 4dr Sdn LS
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$20,135
Base Invoice:
$18,325
Destination:
$600
Engine/Fuel:
3.0L/181 Gas V6
Transmission:
4 Speed Automatic w/OD,
Door/Body Style:
4 Door Sedan
Drive Type:
Front Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
19/28

Specifications

Vehicle
EPA Classification : Mid-Size
Engine
Engine Order Code : 99S
Engine Type : Gas V6
Displacement : 3.0L/181
Fuel System : SMPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 200 @ 5650
SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 200 @ 4400
Transmission
Drivetrain : Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code : 44L
Trans Type : 4
Trans Description Cont. : Automatic w/OD,
Trans Description Cont. Again : Electronic
First Gear Ratio (:1) : 2.77
Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.54
Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.00
Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 0.69
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Reverse Ratio (:1) : 2.26
Clutch Size (in) :
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 3.98
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 28
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : 540
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 130
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 10.6
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 3366
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : 1750
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 175
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) :
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) :
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front : MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear : Indep Quadralink
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : 36.0
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : 36.0
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : 0.81
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) : 0.73
Brakes
Brake Type : Power
Brake ABS System : 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) :
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 10.9 x 1.0
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) :
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) : 8.9 x 1.5
Tires
Front Tire Order Code :
Rear Tire Order Code :
Spare Tire Order Code :
Front Tire Size : P215/60R16
Rear Tire Size : P215/60R16
Spare Tire Size : T135/70R16
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) : 16 x 6.0
Rear Wheel Size (in) : 16 x 6.0
Spare Wheel Size (in) : 15 x 4.0
Front Wheel Material : Chrome
Rear Wheel Material : Chrome
Spare Wheel Material : Steel
Steering
Steering Type : Variable Power Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : 17.0
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : 2.68
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 39.7
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : - TBD -
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 18.0
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in) : 108.5
Length, Overall (in) : 199.8
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 73.0
Height, Overall (in) : 57.6
Tread Width, Front (in) : 61.6
Tread Width, Rear (in) : 62.1
Min Ground Clearance (in) : 5.4
Liftover Height (in) : 26.0
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume (ft³) : 16.0
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 5
Passenger Volume (ft³) : 102.5
Front Head Room (in) : 39.8
Front Leg Room (in) : 42.2
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 57.3
Front Hip Room (in) : 54.5
Second Head Room (in) : 36.7
Second Leg Room (in) : 38.9
Second Shoulder Room (in) : 56.6
Second Hip Room (in) : 55.7
Summary
Vehicle Name : Sable
Body Style : 4 Door Sedan

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS
City 19/hwy 28 (3.0L "Vulcan" engine/4-speed auto trans)
City 20/hwy 28 (3.0L "Duratec" engine/4-speed auto trans)
EXTERIOR
Color-keyed front/rear 5 mph impact-absorbing bumpers
Black rocker panel
Body-color body-side protection moldings w/chrome insert
Full-perimeter dual seals w/third seal on door frame
Body-color fascia
Complex clear-lens reflector halogen headlamps
Monochromatic taillamps
Dual heated pwr mirrors
Complete solar-tinted glass
2-speed variable intermittent aerodynamic windshield wipers
Color-keyed flush-mounted door handles
INTERIOR
Cloth/leather seat trim
5-passenger seating-inc: front reclining bucket seats, front armrest, front seatback map pockets, outboard 2-way head restraints, floor/shift console
6-way pwr driver seat w/manual lumbar
60/40 split fold rear seatback
Front center console-inc: front seat storage bin, (2) front cupholders, (3) rear cupholders, map pocket
Woodgrain trim
Color-keyed 13.5-oz carpeting
Front/rear floor mats
Leather-wrapped 4-spoke steering wheel w/center horn
Tilt steering column
Adjustable brake/accelerator pedals
Backlit instrument cluster-inc: tachometer, trip odometer, fuel/temp gauges, 120-MPH speedometer
Warning lights-inc: airbags, door ajar, battery, oil pressure, brake, service engine soon, seat belt reminder, low fuel
Integrated control panel-inc: radio, rear defrost, clock, climate controls
Pwr windows-inc: illuminated switches, lock out switch, express-down driver window, 45 second accessory delay
Pwr door locks-inc: illuminated controls
Remote keyless entry-inc: (2) controllers, illuminated entry
Speed control w/steering wheel mounted controls
Remote decklid release
SecuriLock anti-theft system
Manual air conditioning
Rear seat air conditioning outlet
Air filtration system
Rear window defroster
Quarter panel air extractors
Electronic AM/FM stereo radio w/full-logic cassette-inc: (4) speakers
Digital clock w/dimming feature
Fixed whip antenna
Locking illuminated glove box w/dampened door
Front ashtray
Cigarette lighter
Auxiliary 12-volt pwr point
Front/rear map pockets
Day/night rearview mirror
Cloth sunvisors w/covered vanity mirrors
Retractable front/rear grab handles w/integral rear coat hooks
Delayed-off dome lamp w/auto on/off switch & courtesy switches on all doors
Floor-mounted soft-feel shift handle
Low liftover fully-trimmed luggage compartment
Decklid tie-down provision in latch
MECHANICAL
3.0L (182) OHV SMPI V6 "Vulcan" engine
Gas-assist hood struts
4-speed electronically-controlled automatic transaxle w/OD
Electronic engine controls (EEC-V)
3.77 axle ratio
Front wheel drive
58 amp/hr low-maintenance battery
Battery saver feature (turns off interior lights after 30 minutes)
130-amp alternator
Auxiliary transaxle oil cooler
Independent MacPherson strut front suspension w/gas-pressurized struts
Front/rear stabilizer bar
Independent quadralink rear suspension w/gas-pressurized struts
P215/60R16 all-season SBR BSW tires
16" 7-spoke machined aluminum wheels
Mini-spare tire
Variable assist speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering
Pwr front disc/rear drum brakes
Electronic brake force distribution
18.0 gallon fuel tank w/tethered quick-release cap
Electronic returnless fuel system (reduces fuel tank vapor)
SAFETY
Driver & front passenger airbags w/dual stage crash severity sensing system
Front/rear outboard lap/shoulder belts
Height adjustable front outboard shoulder belts
Front safety belt pretensioners
Front center lap belt
Rear center lap/shoulder belt
Personal safety system-inc: front belt usage detection, driver seat position sensors, energy management retractors
Child safety rear door locks
Front/rear 5 mph impact-absorbing bumpers
Emergency interior trunk release handle
Dual-note horn
Fuel shut-off switch (deactivates fuel pump upon rear impact)

Options

NO OPTION KIND
16" CHROMETEC WHEELS *Late Availability* $295
DRIVER & FRONT PASSENGER SIDE IMPACT AIRBAGS *For head/chest protection* $390
AUDIO GROUP -inc: MACH audio system w/6 premium speakers, 80-watt amplifier, center console-mounted 6 disc compact disc changer, vehicle-specific equalization *NET* $670
ALL-SPEED TRACTION CONTROL (REQ:552 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Braking System) $175
4-WHEEL ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM $600
PWR MOONROOF -inc: unique map lamps *Late Availability* $840
PRICED DORA STANDARAD
Emission System
STANDARD EMISSIONS STANDARAD
HIGH ALTITUDE EMISSIONS STANDARAD
CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS *required on units for California or Northeast States registration. Optional for Cross-Border States* STANDARAD
CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS NOT REQUIRED *for units shipped or sold to California or Northeast States dealers for registration out of state* (REQ: Standard or 428 Emissions) STANDARAD
CALIFORNIA/NORTHEAST STATES PUBLIC SERVICE/ EMERGENCY VEHICLE EXEMPTION *only available on units sold to authorized government units & privately-owned ambulance companies* (REQ: 423 Emissions) STANDARAD
HIGH ALTITUDE EMISSIONS NOT REQUIRED *for units ordered by dealers in high altitude areas for registration in standard or California emissions areas* (REQ: Standard or 422 Emissions) STANDARAD
NON-CALIFORNIA/NON-NORTHEAST STATES/NON-CROSS BORDER STATES DEALER ORDER FOR CALIFORNIA OR NORTHEAST STATES REGISTRATION *required on all units ordered by dealers for California or Northeast States registration when vehicle is being delivered to a non-California/non-Northeast States/non-Cross-Border States location. Vehicles must be registered or primarily used in California or Northeast States* (REQ: 422 Emissions) STANDARAD
Engine
3.0L (182) OHV SMPI V6 "VULCAN" ENGINE (STD) STANDARAD
3.0L (181) DOHC SMPI 24-VALVE V6 "DURATEC" ENGINE $695
Transmission
4-SPEED ELECTRONICALLY-CONTROLLED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE W/OD (STD) STANDARAD
Tires
P215/60R16 ALL-SEASON SBR BSW TIRES (STD) STANDARAD
Seating Arrangement
5-PASSENGER SEATING -inc: floor console, floor shift (STD) STANDARAD
Seat Type
CLOTH/LEATHER SEATS (STD) STANDARAD
Paint Type
SOLID PAINT (STD) STANDARAD

Warranty and Incentives

Warranty
Basic:
3 Years/36,000 Miles

Drivetrain:
3 Years/36,000 Miles

Corrosion:
5 Years/Unlimited Miles

Roadside Assistance:
3 Years/36,000 Miles
Recall
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
01V075

Potential Number Of Units Affected:
74000

Summary:
On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, due to the use of incorrect material by a supplier, the headlamp switch knob can fracture and separate from the headlamp switch. This would cause difficulty for the driver to activate the headlamps, which could affect driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy:
Dealers will replace the headlamp switch knob. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification began on March 26, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Dates of Manufacture:
October - December 1999

Models Involved:
Taurus, Sable, Excursion

Manufacturer Recall Number:
01S09
News - Crash Test Results
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS:

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: * * * * * Passenger: * * * * *

Side crash ratings:
Driver: * * * Rear Passenger: * * *

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.