Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2009 Mercury Sable Base, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Electrical Component Locator: Miscellaneous
MISCELLANEOUS LOCATION
| Component | Location |
|---|---|
| Air Bag Module (Driver) | Steering wheel assembly. See Figure. |
| Air Bag Module (Passenger) | Right side of dash. See Figure. |
| Blower Motor Resistor | Right side of HVAC unit. See Figure. |
| Blower Motor Resistor (Auxiliary) | Left rear corner of vehicle. See Figure. |
| Clockspring | Steering wheel assembly. See Figure. |
| Coil On Plug (COP) 1 | Top of right cylinder head. See Figure. |
| Coil On Plug (COP) 2 | Top of right cylinder head. See Figure. |
| Coil On Plug (COP) 3 | Top of right cylinder head. See Figure. |
| Coil On Plug (COP) 4 | Top of left cylinder head. See Figure. |
| Coil On Plug (COP) 5 | Top of left cylinder head. See Figure. |
| Coil On Plug (COP) 6 | Top of left cylinder head. See Figure. |
| Data Link Connector (DLC) | Below steering column. See Figure. |
| Electronic Hidden Antenna Module (EHAM) (Sable & Taurus) | Base of right "C" pillar. See Figure. |
| Electronic Hidden Antenna Module (EHAM) (Taurus X) | Top right of liftgate. See Figure. |
| Horn | Center of front bumper. See Figure. |
| Parking Aid Speaker (Sable & Taurus) | Left rear of luggage compartment. See Figure. |
| Parking Aid Speaker (Taurus X) | Top of right "C" pillar. See Figure. |
| Safety Belt Load Limiting Retractor (Driver) | Base of left "B" pillar. See Figure. |
| Safety Belt Load Limiting Retractor (Passenger) | Base of right "B" pillar. See Figure. |
| Safety Canopy Module (Driver) (Sable & Taurus) | Left "C" pillar. See Figure. |
| Safety Canopy Module (Driver) (Taurus X) | Top of left "D" pillar. See Figure. |
| Safety Canopy Module (Passenger) (Sable & Taurus) | Right "C" pillar. See Figure. |
| Safety Canopy Module (Passenger) (Taurus X) | Top of right "D" pillar. See Figure. |
| Side Air Bag Module (Driver) | Under driver's seat. See Figure. |
| Side Air Bag Module (Passenger) | Under front passenger's seat. See Figure. |
| Subwoofer Amplifier (Sable & Taurus) | Left side of luggage compartment. See Figure. |
| Subwoofer Amplifier (Taurus X) | Right rear quarterpanel. See Figure. |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.