1996 Mercury Sable Battery replacement aftermath

1996 MERCURY SABLE
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Electrical problem
1996 Mercury Sable 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive

I recently replaced a dead battery. The vehicle sat for several days before this replacement with the very dead battery in place. When I connected the terminals of the replacement the headlights lit, the trunk lid popped, and the horn sounded continuously until the battery was disconnected.

What do I do now?
Feb 24, 2009 at 12:16 AM
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ZACKMAN
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Once the power is disconnected, it triggers your alarm. Hook up the replacement battery, use your remote to turn off the alarm and unlock the door.
Feb 24, 2009 at 2:45 AM