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Washer fluid ..............................194

Water, Driving through .............156

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power .........................................43

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checking and adding fluid .....194
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2007 Taurus (tau)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA (fus)

Index

232

Summary of Contents for 2007 Taurus

Page 1: ...g 23 Automatic temperature control 25 Rear window defroster 27 Lights 29 Headlamps 29 Turn signal control 32 Bulb replacement 34 Driver Controls 41 Windshield wiper washer control 41 Steering wheel ad...

Page 2: ...ng 144 Starting 144 Brakes 148 Traction control 150 Transmission operation 152 Roadside Emergencies 157 Getting roadside assistance 157 Hazard flasher switch 159 Fuel pump shut off switch 159 Fuses an...

Page 3: ...ll rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitt...

Page 4: ...a www ford com au Additional owner information is given in separate publications This vehicle s Owner s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered...

Page 5: ...ntly in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in Drive your new vehicle at least 500 miles 800 km before towing a trailer For more detailed information about towing a trailer refer to Trail...

Page 6: ...hicle event data recorders are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event The modules may recor...

Page 7: ...adios A driver s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to avoid distractions and pay attention to the road Wait until it i...

Page 8: ...rning Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat Tether Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Powertrain Malfunction Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Fl...

Page 9: ...e Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Emissi...

Page 10: ...System OBD II has detected a malfunction Refer to On board diagnostics OBD II in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter If the light is blinking engine misfire is occurring which could damage you...

Page 11: ...It will take you longer to stop the vehicle Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer Anti lock brake system if equipped If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash a malfunction...

Page 12: ...ock Passive Anti theft System has been activated Refer to SecuriLock Passive Anti theft System in the Locks and Security chapter Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazar...

Page 13: ...ture the needle will be in the normal range between H and C If it enters the red section the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine and let the engine...

Page 14: ...to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information Odometer Registers the total miles kilometers of the vehicle Note When the odometer shows over 10 000 miles the...

Page 15: ...and hold the H control When the desired hour appears release the control To set the minute press and hold the M control When the desired minute appears release the control 3 CD Press to play the CD i...

Page 16: ...press to bring soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level 11 Dolby noise reduction Reduces tape noise and hiss while playing a tape press to activate deactivate 12 Side 1 2...

Page 17: ...ress and release for previous next listenable radio station tape selection or CD track 19 Power volume Press to turn ON OFF turn to increase or decrease volume levels 20 AM FM Press to choose a freque...

Page 18: ...l When the desired minute appears release the control 2 Bass Press to decrease increase the bass output 3 Treble Press to decrease increase the treble output 4 Balance Press to shift sound to the left...

Page 19: ...red selection is reached 11 REW rewind Press and hold until desired selection is reached 12 Memory preset buttons To set a station Select frequency band AM FM tune to a station press and hold a preset...

Page 20: ...zine 2 Press to eject the magazine 3 Turn the magazine A over 4 Using the disc holder release knob C pull the disc holder B out of the magazine Do not pull too hard on the disc holder as the disc hold...

Page 21: ...700 1710 kHz FM 87 7 87 9 107 7 107 9 MHz Radio reception factors There are three factors that can affect radio reception Distance strength The further you travel from a station the weaker the signal...

Page 22: ...lar motion CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4 75 in 12 cm audio compact discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not functio...

Page 23: ...ering the vehicle A C Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents OFF Outside air is shut out and the clim...

Page 24: ...ea at the base of the windshield For best cooling results when using the MAX A C mode move the temperature control to full cold and initially set the fan to highest speed then adjust the temperature a...

Page 25: ...nts chapter 4 Recirculated air Press to activate deactivate air circulation in cabin Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors fr...

Page 26: ...Rear defroster Press to activate deactivate rear window defroster For more information refer to Rear window defroster in this chapter 11 Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and flo...

Page 27: ...the vehicle or until the vehicle has aired out To aid in side window defogging demisting in cold weather 1 Select 2 Select A C 3 Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort 4 Set the fan speed...

Page 28: ...with a cabin air filter The particulate air filtration system is designed to reduce the concentration of airborne particles such as dust spores and pollen in the air being supplied to the interior of...

Page 29: ...rior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a fixed period of time after the ignition switch is turned to OFF To turn autolamps on rotate t...

Page 30: ...k or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Lamp DRL system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions Failure to activate your head...

Page 31: ...ground 3 25 feet 7 6 meters 4 Horizontal reference line 2 Measure the height of the headlamp bulb center from the ground and mark an 8 foot 2 4 meter horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or...

Page 32: ...hter light should touch the horizontal reference line 6 HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON ADJUSTABLE 7 Close the hood and turn off the lamps TURN SIGNAL CONTROL Push down to a...

Page 33: ...will not come on at all With the control in the middle position the dome lamp will illuminate whenever a front door is opened If either front door has been opened from the outside the lamp will remain...

Page 34: ...orrect bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time Function Number of bulbs Trade number Front park turn lamp 2 3457 AK amber Hea...

Page 35: ...switch is in OFF position and open the hood 2 Remove the bolt 1 from the headlamp housing 3 At the back of the headlamp pry up and remove the two retainer pins to release the headlamp assembly from th...

Page 36: ...and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated 1 Inst...

Page 37: ...ure the retainer pins are fully seated and install bolt on headlamp housing 8 Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb y...

Page 38: ...to align it again Replacing high mount brakelamp assembly To change the high mount brake lamp assembly 1 Pry the light assembly away from its housing and push rearward to disengage it from the retaini...

Page 39: ...le in place 5 Remove the wiring harness grommet and disengage the electrical connector 6 Replace the LED module 7 To complete installation follow the removal procedure in reverse order Replacing licen...

Page 40: ...three nut and washer assemblies and the lamp assembly from the vehicle 4 Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise then pulling it out of the lamp assembly 5 Pull the bulb from the socket...

Page 41: ...e three times with washer fluid a long push and hold the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds TILT STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull and hold the steering w...

Page 42: ...ont seating position The center console has similar features as the full console To open the storage compartment raise the armrest and pull the strap on the seat up and toward the front of the vehicle...

Page 43: ...is heating this will damage the lighter element and socket The lighter will be released from its heating position when it is ready to be used Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered b...

Page 44: ...or is opened AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with an inside rear view mirror with an auto dimming function The electronic day night mirror will chang...

Page 45: ...rear window defrost is activated Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place These actions could cause damage to the glass and mi...

Page 46: ...when driving up and down a steep hill If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill you may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10...

Page 47: ...d release the SET ACC control to operate the Tap Up function Each tap will increase the set speed by 1 mph 1 6 km h Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed When the vehicle reaches that...

Page 48: ...ate the vehicle To open the moon roof The moon roof is equipped with an automatic one touch express opening feature Press and release the rear portion of the control To close Press and hold the front...

Page 49: ...to a garage door or gate be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential harm or damage Do not use the HomeLink Wireless Control System with any garage door opener that lacks s...

Page 50: ...program located on your visor while keeping the indicator light in view 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink and hand held transmitter button Do not release the buttons until Step 4 has...

Page 51: ...program additional HomeLink buttons begin with Step 2 in the Programming section For questions or comments please contact HomeLink at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 Gate Operator Canadian Programm...

Page 52: ...e two outer HomeLink buttons until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Release both buttons Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds HomeLink is now in the train or learning mode and ca...

Page 53: ...and reset functions shown in the INFO menu and SETUP menu Info menu This control displays the following control displays Odometer Distance to Empty Average Fuel Economy Trip odometer Trip Elapsed Driv...

Page 54: ...your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill up Differences in the automatic shut off points on the fuel pumps at service sta...

Page 55: ...sh to metric see your authorized dealer Compass display if equipped Select this function from the INFO menu Press and hold the INFO button for 2 seconds to switch from temperature display to compass d...

Page 56: ...doors are shut 1 Turn ignition to the ON position 2 Start the engine 3 Press and hold the INFO button for 2 seconds to select the Compass Odometer function Do not select Trip DTE or AFE The top of the...

Page 57: ...ation function 9 Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle less than 3 mph 5 km h until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE indicator changes to CALIBRATION COMPLETED This will take up to three circles to compl...

Page 58: ...ough each of the systems being monitored For each of the monitored systems the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for two to four seconds Pressing the RESET control...

Page 59: ...ondition is changed They will reappear on the display ten minutes from the reset They will not reappear until an ignition OFF ON cycle has been completed This acts as a reminder that these warning con...

Page 60: ...nning or hot TRANSMISSION OVERHEATED Indicates the transmission is overheating This warning may appear when towing heavy loads or when driving in a low gear at a high speed for an extended period of t...

Page 61: ...tem should be inspected immediately Refer to Brake fluid reservoir in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter CHECK TRACTION CONTROL if equipped Displayed when the Traction Control system is not op...

Page 62: ...accelerator or the brake pedal To remove the floor mat reverse the installation procedure INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL Press the remote trunk release control on the instrument panel to the left of the stee...

Page 63: ...g you shift into gear putting the vehicle in motion and the vehicle s speed is greater than 3 mph 5 km h Relock The autolock feature repeats when the following conditions are met any door is opened th...

Page 64: ...ete Smart unlocking feature The smart unlocking feature helps prevent you from locking yourself out of the vehicle With the key in any ignition position the driver s door will automatically unlock if...

Page 65: ...s following brief exposure to ambient light The T shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door lid or inside the luggage compartment near the tail lamps Keep vehicle doors and...

Page 66: ...hicle or other vehicles parked next to your vehicle The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors open the trunk and sound the panic alarm If there are problems with the remot...

Page 67: ...once If any of the doors are not properly closed the horn will make two quick chirps and the parklamps will not flash As soon as all vehicle doors are closed the parklamps will flash once to confirm...

Page 68: ...ully seated in the battery housing cavity 5 Snap the two halves back together Note Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle The remote...

Page 69: ...to the 3 OFF position after you have finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters Note After 20 seconds you will automatically exit the programming mode 10 The doors will lock then unlock...

Page 70: ...authorized dealer You may also perform the following power door lock sequence to enable disable the perimeter lamps feature Note All doors must be closed and remain closed throughout the process 1 Tur...

Page 71: ...ad and interior lights will illuminate and the driver s door will unlock 2 Within five seconds press the 1 2 on the keypad 3 Enter your personal 5 digit code Each number must be entered within five se...

Page 72: ...SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti theft system is an engine immobilization system This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is us...

Page 73: ...switching the ignition to the 3 OFF position The THEFT indicator will flash every two seconds when the vehicle is armed Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 4 ON position with a coded ke...

Page 74: ...one second but no more than 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition to the 3 OFF position and remove the coded key from the ignition 4 Within ten seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key insert...

Page 75: ...aid in troubleshooting Arming the system When armed this system will respond if unauthorized entry is attempted When unauthorized entry occurs the system will flash the headlamps and or parking lamps...

Page 76: ...icle to ensure the alarm disarms Turn the ignition to the 4 ON position Press the control on the remote entry transmitter This will only shut the horn off when the alarm is sounding the alarm system w...

Page 77: ...er returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision Adjustable...

Page 78: ...eat cushion Turn to adjust lumbar support Adjusting the front manual seat if equipped Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving Always drive and ride with your seatback upr...

Page 79: ...than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Reclining the seatback can caus...

Page 80: ...indicator lamp for proper airbag status Refer to Front passenger sensing system section for additional details Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing...

Page 81: ...event of a sudden stop or collision SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is d...

Page 82: ...pants in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the Personal Safety System determined the accident conditions crash severity belt usage etc were not appropri...

Page 83: ...all occupants are properly restrained Accident statistics suggest that children are much safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front Air bags can kill or injure a ch...

Page 84: ...ctors allow webbing to be pulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlled manner in response to the occupant s forward momentum This helps reduce the risk of force related injuries to the occu...

Page 85: ...n when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more li...

Page 86: ...d front outboard passenger seating positions An energy management retractor is a device which pays out webbing in a controlled manner This feature is designed to help further reduce the risk of force...

Page 87: ...belt The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt This mode should be used any time a child safety seat except a booster is installed in the vehicle Children 12 years old and...

Page 88: ...ED if the safety belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly when checked by an authorized dealer Failure to replace the Belt and Retr...

Page 89: ...s provide information to the Personal Safety System which can then adapt the airbag deployment or safety belt pretensioner activation based upon safety belt usage The Personal Safety System provides t...

Page 90: ...gle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle To tighten the belt pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips Shorten and fasten the b...

Page 91: ...lies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and an authorized dealer finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly they do...

Page 92: ...safety belt warning light in the instrument cluster when the driver s and front passenger s safety belt is unbuckled The BeltMinder feature uses information from the front passenger sensing system to...

Page 93: ...arning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until the safety belts are buckled The driver s or front passenger s safet...

Page 94: ...ight as possible this can improve comfort I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident BeltMinder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Safety belts don t work Safety belts when used properly r...

Page 95: ...les the safety belt for that seating position the BeltMinder is disabled for the current ignition cycle The BeltMinder feature will enable during the same ignition cycle if the occupant buckles and re...

Page 96: ...hen unbuckle the safety belt 9 times ending in the unbuckled state Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off After Step 3 the restraint system warning li...

Page 97: ...tors and airbags side airbags if equipped Refer to Side airbag system later in this chapter one or more impact and safing sensors the same indicator light RCM restraints control module and diagnostic...

Page 98: ...a minimum distance of at least 10 inches 25 cm between an occupant s chest and the driver airbag module Never place your arm over the airbag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fra...

Page 99: ...f injury Do not modify the front end of the vehicle Children and airbags Children must always be properly restrained Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the...

Page 100: ...actures facial and eye injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of airbag deployment Thus it is extremely im...

Page 101: ...or a small person occupies the front passenger seat For side airbag equipped vehicles the front passenger sensing system will turn off the passenger seat side airbag if the seat is empty and safety be...

Page 102: ...seat but the passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp is lit it is possible that the person isn t sitting properly in the seat If this happens Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to...

Page 103: ...tback with your feet on the floor The front passenger sensing system may detect small or medium objects placed on the seat cushion For most objects that are in the front passenger seat the passenger a...

Page 104: ...or proper airbag Status Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system In case there is a problem with the front passenger sensing system the airbag re...

Page 105: ...Determining if the system is operational The supplemental restraint system uses a warning indicator light in the instrument cluster or a back up tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to...

Page 106: ...r the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag See your authorized dealer All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided How does the side airb...

Page 107: ...pact collisions not roll over rear impact frontal or near frontal collisions unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do no...

Page 108: ...lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might us...

Page 109: ...ter seats may also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably Try to keep the belt near the middle of the shoulder When children should use booster seats Children need to use booster seats...

Page 110: ...level above the top of the seat In this case move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back and lap shoulder belts Those with a high back If with a backless booster seat...

Page 111: ...houlder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child s head hitting a hard surface in a collision For this reason you should never use a booster seat with a lap belt onl...

Page 112: ...and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat with the tongue between the child seat and the relea...

Page 113: ...on Rear facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placed in front of an active passenger airbag Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts Airbags can kill or in...

Page 114: ...child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from for that se...

Page 115: ...n the belt 9 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place To check this grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to mo...

Page 116: ...s grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back There should be no more than one inch of movement for proper installation Attaching child safety seats with te...

Page 117: ...er anchor cover 5 Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision 6 Install the c...

Page 118: ...position If two child safety seats are installed using the LATCH lower anchors they must be placed in the outboard seating positions only If three child safety seats are installed use the LATCH lower...

Page 119: ...eeping the child seat just touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash Each time you use the safety seat check that the seat is properly attached to the lower anchors and tet...

Page 120: ...requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rat...

Page 121: ...Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure TIRES Tires are designed to give many thousands of miles of ser...

Page 122: ...eter of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle Rim The metal support wheel for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe op...

Page 123: ...tions can cause uneven treadwear patterns and adversely affect the way your vehicle handles Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure is the tire manufacturer s maximum permissible pressure and or the pr...

Page 124: ...maintain at 60psi 4 15 bars For Full Size and Dissimilar spare tires see Dissimilar Spare Tire Wheel Information section for description Store and maintain at the higher of the front and rear inflati...

Page 125: ...the tread or sidewall If damage is observed or suspected have the tire inspected by a tire professional Tires can be damaged during off road use so inspection after off road use is also recommended A...

Page 126: ...ded by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death Additionally the use of...

Page 127: ...from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you re driving the wheels may...

Page 128: ...tires and wheels If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel it is intended for temporary use only and should not be used in a tire rotation Note After having your tires rotated inflation pressure must...

Page 129: ...icates a radial type tire 5 15 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter 6 95 Indicates the tire s...

Page 130: ...numbers represent the week and year the tire was built For example the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The...

Page 131: ...presenting the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel 13 Maximum Permissible...

Page 132: ...Limits Indicates the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 3 Maximum Load Dual lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual d...

Page 133: ...mber the wider the tire 3 80 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall 4 D Indicates a diagonal type tire R Indicates...

Page 134: ...avoid fully loading your vehicle Remove the tire cables when they are no longer needed Do not use tire cables on dry roads The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage Do no...

Page 135: ...um payload for the vehicle as built by the assembly plant If any aftermarket or authorized dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle the weight of the equipment must be subtracted f...

Page 136: ...ional equipment When towing trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight GAW Gross Axle Weight is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weig...

Page 137: ...mage serious damage to the vehicle loss of control and personal injury Note For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by...

Page 138: ...ng vehicle plus the trailer exceed the GVWR of the towing vehicle The GCW must never exceed the GCWR Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle...

Page 139: ...o your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the available...

Page 140: ...xle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance Certification Label found on the edge of the driver s door TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle is classified as a light duty towing vehicl...

Page 141: ...frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch To connect the trailer s safety chains cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners If you use a rental trailer follow the...

Page 142: ...on for more information Trailer towing tips Practice turning stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination When turning make wider turns so the t...

Page 143: ...ive vehicles with the front drive wheels on the ground It is recommended to tow your vehicle with the drive wheels on a dolly or two wheel car hauling trailer In case of a roadside emergency with a di...

Page 144: ...circuits operational Warning lights illuminated with engine off Key position when driving 5 START cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts Preparing to start your vehicle Engine...

Page 145: ...drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine s idle revolutions per minute RPM When the engine starts the idle RPM runs higher than normal in or...

Page 146: ...to 4 ON without turning the key to 5 START Some warning lights will briefly illuminate See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights...

Page 147: ...her starting and driving results Cold starting performance can also be improved by using an engine block heater Engine block heaters are available as an option and can be obtained from your authorized...

Page 148: ...unded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters BRAKES Your service brakes are self adjusting Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for maintenance recommendations Occasional brake noise i...

Page 149: ...and compensates for this tendency The wheels are prevented from locking even when the brakes are firmly applied Using ABS In an emergency or when maximum efficiency from the four wheel ABS is required...

Page 150: ...an emergency Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes the vehicle s stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected Park brake warning...

Page 151: ...tion Control system will automatically turn on every time the ignition is turned off and on The Traction Control system should normally be left on If you should become stuck in snow or ice or on a ver...

Page 152: ...re uneven tire wear loose or worn suspension components loose or worn steering components improper steering alignment AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OPERATION Brake shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with...

Page 153: ...mains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your authorized dealer Driving with an automatic overdrive transaxle Your automatic overdrive transaxle provides fully automatic operation...

Page 154: ...or repair the transmission will need to relearn the normal shift strategy parameters much like having to reset your radio stations when your vehicle battery has been disconnected The Adaptive Transmis...

Page 155: ...erates in gears one through four D Drive This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive Provides more engine braking than Overdrive Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting fr...

Page 156: ...ur or the engine may overheat DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable proceed very slowly especially when the depth is not known Never drive through water that i...

Page 157: ...icipal law shall deliver up to 2 0 gallons 7 5L of gasoline or 5 gallons 18 9L of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle Fuel delivery service is limited to two no charge occurrences within a 12 month peri...

Page 158: ...ance call 1 800 665 2006 If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount To obtain reimbursement information U S Ford or Mercury vehicles...

Page 159: ...use the flasher may run down your battery FUEL PUMP SHUT OFF SWITCH FUEL RESET The fuel pump shut off switch is a device intended to stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in...

Page 160: ...fuses before replacing any electrical components Note Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and...

Page 161: ...eering wheel by the brake pedal Remove the panel cover to access the fuses To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover The fuses are coded as follows Fuse relay location...

Page 162: ...mps 19 10A Heated mirrors Rear defrost switch indicator 20 10A Restraints air bag module OCS module 21 15A Transmission range sensor transmission position switch 22 15A Front washer pump Cluster RUN A...

Page 163: ...A Cluster Flex fuel module ICP logic Passive anti theft module GEM power Compass 33 15A Hazard flasher Cluster power ICP power EATC 34 5A GEM logic 35 10A Backlighting Ashtray light 36 2A Powertrain C...

Page 164: ...current fuses To reduce risk of electrical shock always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnec...

Page 165: ...used 9 20A Cooling fan passenger side 10 20A Cooling fan driver side 11 50A Rear defrost 12 Not used 13 40A Anti lock Brake System ABS module pump feed 14 Not used 15 20A ABS module valve solenoid 16...

Page 166: ...y slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road The use of tire sealants is not recommended and may damage your tires Dissimilar spare tire wheel information Failure to follow these guidelines c...

Page 167: ...milar spare tire at a time Use commercial car washing equipment Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impa...

Page 168: ...vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full size dissimilar spare tire wheel and seek service as soon as possible Tire change procedure 1 Park on a level surface activat...

Page 169: ...compartment 3 If equipped with a wheel cover that s bolted on loosen the five plastic nuts with the lug nut wrench 4 Remove the center ornament or wheel cover from the wheel with the tapered end of t...

Page 170: ...the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lo...

Page 171: ...ust Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners When a wheel is installed always remove any corrosion dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the...

Page 172: ...on is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation 1 Use only a 12 volt supply to s...

Page 173: ...f the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the as...

Page 174: ...ystem Do not use fuel lines engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may...

Page 175: ...oth engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper...

Page 176: ...able from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer...

Page 177: ...t is recommended that the front wheels drive wheels be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the transaxle If your vehicle must be towed with the drive wheels on the ground Place the transaxle in N N...

Page 178: ...ncerns or are unsatisfied with the service you are receiving follow these steps 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing authorized dealer 2 If your inquiry or...

Page 179: ...w customersaskford com In Canada Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 1 800 387 9333 www lincolncanada com In order to help you service your Lincol...

Page 180: ...rse the buyer in an amount equal to the actual price paid or payable by the consumer less a reasonable allowance for consumer use The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or re...

Page 181: ...u are not bound by the decision but may choose to accept it If you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision then Ford must abide by the accepted decision as well If the arbitrator has decided in yo...

Page 182: ...800 207 0685 FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan Ford ESP coverage It provides the following Benefits durin...

Page 183: ...sult in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U S If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central America the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the nearest a...

Page 184: ...u believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to...

Page 185: ...trim over time Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface if these substances come in contact with...

Page 186: ...rized dealer Heavy dirt and brake dust accumulation may require agitation with a sponge Rinse thoroughly with a strong stream of water Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel rims or co...

Page 187: ...nses use Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be cleaned regularly If the wipers do not wipe prope...

Page 188: ...ry cloth or use Motorcraft Dash Vinyl Cleaner ZC 38 A Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel The dull finish in this area helps protect the drive...

Page 189: ...e of the side airbag in a collision LEATHER SEATS IF EQUIPPED Your leather seating surfaces have a clear protective coating over the leather To clean use a soft cloth with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather an...

Page 190: ...C 40 A Motorcraft Dash and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 38 A Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner U S only ZC 11 A Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A Motorcraft Dusting Cloth ZC 24 Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and...

Page 191: ...work on a hot engine Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all...

Page 192: ...ttom of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch located in the center between the hood and the grille 3 Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it ope...

Page 193: ...tick 2 Brake fluid reservoir 3 Air filter assembly 4 Battery 5 Engine oil filler cap 6 Engine oil dipstick 7 Power steering fluid reservoir 8 Engine coolant reservoir 9 Windshield washer fluid reservo...

Page 194: ...a common windshield washer antifreeze additive Washer fluids containing non methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint...

Page 195: ...ife of the wiper blades it is highly recommended to scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper r...

Page 196: ...T ADD OIL If the oil level is at or below the lower hole or the MIN mark add enough oil to raise the level within the two holes or within the MIN MAX range depending on application 3 0L Vulcan engine...

Page 197: ...operate the vehicle with the engine oil level indicator and or the engine oil filler cap removed Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification trademark Use SAE 5W 20 engine oil O...

Page 198: ...craft maintenance free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cle...

Page 199: ...installed the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance To begin this process 1 With the vehicle at a complete stop set the parking brake 2 Put the...

Page 200: ...nda Battery and Antifreeze Tester 014 R1060 The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant...

Page 201: ...interval the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty If the reservoir is low or empty add engine coolant to the reservoir Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter Note Automotive fluid...

Page 202: ...life product with your factory filled coolant can result in degraded corrosion protection A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added in case of emergency to reach a vehicle service lo...

Page 203: ...most full 6 Replace the cap Turn until tightly installed Cap must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss After any coolant has been added check the coolant concentration refer to Checking engine...

Page 204: ...e coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the winter months If you drive in extremely hot climates It is still necessary...

Page 205: ...sed or mishandled Gasoline may contain benzene which is a cancer causing agent Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames befor...

Page 206: ...immediately if you experience an adverse reaction When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck Never smoke while refueling Fuel vapor is extreme...

Page 207: ...ler pipe 5 Turn the filler cap clockwise 1 4 of a turn until it clicks at least once If the Check Fuel Cap indicator comes on or if Service Engine Soon Check Engine indicator comes on and stays on whe...

Page 208: ...erally contains more metallic additives than regular grade fuel We recommend using regular grade fuel In Canada many fuels contain metallic additives but fuels free of such additives may be available...

Page 209: ...oved the World wide Fuel Charter that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle Gasolines that meet the World wide Fuel...

Page 210: ...he empty reserve combined Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining i...

Page 211: ...driving city or highway This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle s fuel economy under current driving conditions Additionally keeping records during summer and winter will show how temper...

Page 212: ...ly scheduled maintenance items Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information Conditions Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trai...

Page 213: ...ning out of fuel Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance information performed according to the specified sch...

Page 214: ...rotects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards The OBD II system also assists your authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle When the...

Page 215: ...inutes driving in stop and go city type traffic with at least four idle periods Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine Then start the engine and complete the abo...

Page 216: ...sed seek service from your authorized dealer immediately TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid chec...

Page 217: ...mperature Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstick and the outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C Correct fluid level The transmission fluid shoul...

Page 218: ...internal transmission components MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 3 0L V6 Vulcan engine 3 0L FFV V6 Vulcan engine Air filter element 1 FA 1683 FA 1683 Fuel filter FG 1060 FG 1060 Battery BXT 36R BXT...

Page 219: ...eplacement see your authorized dealer Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material an...

Page 220: ...g and Lock Lubricant XL 1 None Automatic transaxle fluid 4F50N 13 5 quarts 12 8L Motorcraft MERCON V ATF 1 XT 5 QM MERCON V Engine oil 2 4 5 quarts 4 25L Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Premium Synthetic Blend M...

Page 221: ...hese dual usage fluids are not to be used in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCON type fluid However these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that require the MERCON V...

Page 222: ...octane or Ethanol E 85 Firing order 1 4 2 5 3 6 1 4 2 5 3 6 Ignition system EDIS EDIS Spark plug gap 0 042 0 046 inch 1 1 1 2mm 0 042 0 046 inch 1 1 1 2mm Compression ratio 9 7 1 9 7 1 Engine drivebel...

Page 223: ...ty Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure B Pillar by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s door Vehicle identification number VIN The vehicle identifi...

Page 224: ...pe 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number TRANSMISSION TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission transaxle code on the Safety Compliance Certification L...

Page 225: ...st benefit 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty This means that Genuine Ford Accessories purchased along with your new vehic...

Page 226: ...adios telephones and theft alarms that are equipped with radio transmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qu...

Page 227: ...Battery 198 acid treating emergencies 198 jumping a disabled battery 172 maintenance free 198 replacement specifications 218 servicing 198 BeltMinder 92 Brakes 148 anti lock 149 anti lock brake syste...

Page 228: ...mps see Lamps 30 Defrost rear window 27 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 216 engine oil 195 Driving under special conditions 156 through water 156 E Electronic message center 53 Emergencies roads...

Page 229: ...0 flash to pass 30 high beam 29 replacing bulbs 35 turning on and off 29 Heating heating and air conditioning system 23 25 Homelink wireless control system 49 Hood 192 I Ignition 144 222 Illuminated v...

Page 230: ...drive 153 P Parking brake 150 Parts see Motorcraft parts 218 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor 83 Power distribution box see Fuses 164 Power door locks 63 Power mirrors 45 Power point 42 Power...

Page 231: ...ail lamps bulb replacement 40 Tilt steering wheel 41 Tires 120 121 166 alignment 127 care 124 changing 166 168 checking the pressure 124 inflating 122 label 133 replacing 126 rotating 127 safety pract...

Page 232: ...Water Driving through 156 Windows power 43 Windshield washer fluid and wipers 41 checking and adding fluid 194 replacing wiper blades 195 Wrecker towing 177 2007 Taurus tau Owners Guide post 2002 fmt...

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