Target Audience:
Families and buyers seeking a comfortable, affordable full-size front-wheel-drive sedan
Market Segment:
Full-size sedan
Positioning:
Value-oriented alternative to the Ford Taurus with a quieter, more upscale character
Competitors:
Ford Taurus, Toyota Avalon, Chevrolet Impala, Hyundai Azera
Engine:
3.5L Duratec V6 standard across all trims
Transmission:
Six-speed automatic transmission
Interior:
Roomy five-passenger cabin with large trunk
Safety:
Standard side curtain and front seat-mounted side airbags, electronic stability control
Available Options:
All-wheel drive, leather upholstery, power passenger seat, upgraded audio
Coverage Areas:
Full workshop coverage: engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, steering, electrical, HVAC, body, and diagnostics
Manual Type:
Complete workshop service and repair manual
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download
Binding:
Digital (PDF file)
Page Count:
N/A - not specified in the source listing
Intended Users:
Professional technicians and DIY owners
Compatibility:
Viewable on computers, tablets, and smartphones with a PDF reader
Printing:
Pages can be printed for workshop use
Engine:
3.5L Duratec V6: mechanical, lubrication, and cooling systems
Engine Management:
Electronic engine control, fuel injection, sensors, and ignition system
Transmission:
Six-speed automatic transmission: removal, installation, overhaul, and adjustment
Driveline:
Front axle, halfshafts, and all-wheel-drive system where equipped
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension, including springs, struts, and control arms
Steering:
Power steering and electric power steering components
Brakes:
Hydraulic system, disc brakes, parking brake, and ABS
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, charging, starting, lighting, and body electrical
HVAC:
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning service and diagnosis
Body:
Exterior panels, interior trim, doors, windows, and mirrors
Restraints:
Supplemental restraint system (airbags) and seat belts
Wheels and Tires:
Wheel alignment, tire pressure monitoring system, and balancing
Diagnostics:
Fault code retrieval, symptom charts, and pinpoint test procedures
Repair Procedures:
Step-by-step removal, disassembly, inspection, and reassembly instructions
Adjustments:
Belt tension, valve clearances where applicable, alignments, and electrical settings
Torque Specifications:
Factory torque values for fasteners throughout the vehicle
Special Tools:
Identified special service tools for specific procedures
Maintenance:
Scheduled service intervals and fluid capacities
Level:
Dealer-level workshop documentation
Diagrams:
Wiring diagrams, exploded views, and schematic illustrations
Specification Tables:
Complete factory specifications and capacities
Skill Level:
Suitable for professional shops and experienced DIY owners
Part References:
Component locations and part identification within procedures
Fluid Specifications:
Approved fluids and lubricants for all systems
Bulb and Filter Sizes:
Replacement part specifications for consumable items
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Engine:
3.5L Duratec V6 (code 1M)
Configuration:
60-degree V6, DOHC, 24 valves
Displacement:
3.5 liters (3,496 cc)
Bore x Stroke:
92.5 mm x 86.7 mm
Compression Ratio:
10.3:1
Fuel Requirement:
Regular unleaded gasoline (87 octane)
Horsepower:
263 hp @ 6,250 rpm
Torque:
249 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm
Valvetrain:
Double overhead camshafts with variable valve timing
Type:
Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approximately 19 gallons
Emissions Control:
Catalytic converter, EGR, and onboard refueling vapor recovery
Crash Test Information:
N/A - not specified in the source listing
Structural Design:
Volvo-derived body structure with front and rear crumple zones
Anti-lock Brakes:
Four-wheel ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution
Stability Control:
Electronic stability control standard
Traction Control:
All-speed traction control standard
Front Airbags:
Dual-stage driver and front passenger airbags
Side Airbags:
Front seat-mounted side airbags and side curtain airbags
Seat Belts:
Three-point belts at all seating positions with pretensioners
Child Restraints:
LATCH anchors in rear outboard positions
Oil Change:
Engine oil and filter per normal/severe schedule per the maintenance chart in the manual
Tire Rotation:
Rotate with every other oil change per the factory schedule
Air Filter:
Inspect and replace per the scheduled maintenance chart
Spark Plugs:
Replace at the long-life interval specified in the manual
Engine Oil:
SAE 5W-20 synthetic blend per factory specification
Coolant:
Motorcraft long-life orange coolant (extended-life)
Transmission Fluid:
Use only the factory-specified automatic transmission fluid listed in the manual
Known Issues / Common Wear Items
Water Pump:
External water pump driven by the accessory belt; monitor for leaks on high-mileage engines
Brakes:
Front pads and rotors are routine wear items
Steering:
Electric power steering; check for any diagnostic trouble codes on complaint vehicles
Suspension:
Strut mounts and sway bar links are common wear items
Manufacturer:
Mercury, a division of Ford Motor Company
Model Heritage:
Sable introduced in 1986 as the upscale twin of the Ford Taurus
Fourth Generation:
Redesigned for 2008 on the Ford D3 platform, revived the Sable name (previously Montego)
Position in Lineup:
Mercury's flagship sedan for the 2008 model year
Discontinuation:
Mercury brand and Sable production ended after the 2009 model year
Production Location:
Chicago Assembly Plant, Chicago, Illinois, USA