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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT

3.5L V6 ENGINE

1. Power steering fluid reservoir

2. Engine coolant reservoir

3. Brake fluid reservoir

4. Battery

5. Power distribution box

6. Air filter assembly

7. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick

8. Engine oil dipstick

9. Engine oil filler cap

10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir

2008 Taurus X

(219)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA

(fus)

Maintenance and Specifications

305

Summary of Contents for 2008 Taurus X

Page 1: ...entertainment system 44 Navigation system 73 Climate Controls 74 Manual heating and air conditioning 74 Automatic temperature control 76 Rear window defroster 86 Lights 87 Headlamps 87 Turn signal control 91 Bulb replacement 91 Driver Controls 96 Windshield wiper washer control 96 Steering wheel adjustment 97 Power windows 101 Mirrors 103 Speed control 106 Moon roof 111 Message center 116 Table of...

Page 2: ...itoring System TPMS 227 Vehicle loading 231 Trailer towing 237 Recreational towing 239 Driving 241 Starting 241 Brakes 246 Traction Control 250 Transmission operation 252 Roadside Emergencies 264 Getting roadside assistance 264 Hazard flasher switch 265 Fuel pump shut off switch 266 Fuses and relays 266 Changing tires 273 Lug nut torque 280 Jump starting 281 Wrecker towing 286 Table of Contents 2 ...

Page 3: ...ions and capacities 334 Engine data 336 Accessories 339 Index 341 All 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 permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation...

Page 4: ...nd understand about your vehicle the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website In the United States www ford com In Canada www ford ca In Mexico www ford com mx In Australia www ford com au Additional owner information is given in separate publications This vehicle s Owner s Guide describe...

Page 5: ...IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break in Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km of new vehicle operation Vary your speed frequently 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 Trailer to...

Page 6: ...o properly diagnose and service your vehicle Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle event data recorders are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event The recor...

Page 7: ... in vehicle communications systems telematics devices and portable two way radios Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control accident and injury Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road The drivers primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle Only use cell phones and other devices not...

Page 8: ...ther Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Parking Aid System Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Introduction 8 ...

Page 9: ...ant 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 Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Introduction 9 ...

Page 10: ...lly the Service engine soon light will stay on until the engine is cranked then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present However if after 15 seconds the Service engine soon light blinks eight times it means that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing See the Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I M testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Solid illumination after the engine is...

Page 11: ...tem warning light does not illuminate at this time seek service immediately from your authorized dealer Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous A significant decrease in braking perf...

Page 12: ...ntrol if equipped Illuminates when the Traction Control is active or has been disabled by the driver or as a result of a system failure If the light remains on it indicates a Traction Control or an AWD Fault Have the system serviced immediately refer to the Driving chapter for more information Low tire pressure warning Illuminates when your tire pressure is low If the light remains ON at start up ...

Page 13: ...damage may occur Anti theft system Flashes when the SecuriLock Passive Anti theft System has been activated Door ajar if equipped Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door or decklid is open Throttle Control Transmission Illuminates when a powertrain fault has been detected Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn...

Page 14: ...tion and the driver s door is opened GAUGES Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates engine coolant temperature At normal operating temperature 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 cool 2008 T...

Page 15: ...evolutions per minute Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine Odometer Registers the total miles kilometers of the vehicle Refer to Message Center in the Driver Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English Trip odometer Registers the miles kilometers of individual journeys To reset press and release the message center ...

Page 16: ...few moments to turn on 2 Press AM FM repeatedly to choose between AM FM1 FM2 frequency bands 3 Press to manually go up down the frequency band Press SEEK to search down up the chosen frequency band for the next strongest station To disengage SEEK mode press 4 Once you are tuned to the desired station press and hold a memory preset 1 6 to save the station PRESET SAVED will appear on the display and...

Page 17: ...channel press and hold a memory preset 1 6 to save the channel PRESET SAVED will appear on the display and the sound will return signifying the station has been saved You can save up to six channels in each six in SAT1 six in SAT2 and six in SAT3 To access your saved channels press the corresponding memory preset The memory preset and the channel name will appear on the display Listening to a CD M...

Page 18: ... disc label side up The system will prompt you to load discs for the remaining available slots Insert the discs one at a time label side up when prompted Once loaded the last loaded disc will begin to play Note An MP3 disc with folders will show F001 folder T001 track in the display An MP3 disc without folders will show T001 track in the display Refer to MP3 folder structure later in this chapter ...

Page 19: ... randomly play all tracks within the current folder Press play pause when a CD MP3 is playing to pause the disc CD PAUSE will appear in the display Press again to resume play 4 For a single cd system press to eject the current disc The display will read CD EJECT For an in dash six CD system press Select the correct slot number using memory presets 1 6 When ready the system will eject the disc and ...

Page 20: ...rious settings In satellite radio mode if equipped press to tune to the next previous channel In CATEGORY MODE press to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories Pop Rock News etc Refer to Category Mode under Menu for further information Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability 2 Phone Your vehicle ma...

Page 21: ...ith a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability Note If your vehicle is equipped with Satellite Radio you will either have the CATEGORY option above or the CATEOGRY option within the SATELLITE RADIO MENU below SATELLITE RADIO MENU if equipped late availability Press MENU when satellite radio mode is active to access Press OK to enter into the satellite radi...

Page 22: ...E Press OK to confirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will read ALL DELETED Note If there are no songs presently saved the display will read NO SONGS ENABLE ALERTS DISABLE ALERTS Press OK to enable disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when your selected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel The system default is disabled SONG ALERTS ENABLED DISABLED will appear ...

Page 23: ...REB Treble Press MENU to reach the treble setting Use to adjust Press OK to close and return to the main menu BAL Balance Press MENU to reach the balance setting Use to adjust the audio between the left L and right R speakers Press OK to close and return to the main menu FADE Press MENU to reach the fade setting Use to adjust the audio between the back B and front F speakers Press OK to close and ...

Page 24: ...ual Play please refer to the Family Entertainment DVD system later in this section 4 AUX Press repeatedly to cycle through FES DVD if equipped LINE IN auxiliary audio mode SAT1 SAT2 and SAT3 modes satellite radio if equipped and SYNC if equipped For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter Satellite radio is available only with a ...

Page 25: ...play OK Use in various menu selections Your vehicle may be equipped with special phone and media features For further information refer to the SYNC supplement If your vehicle is equipped with a Family Entertainment System FES please refer to the Family Entertainment DVD system later in this section 7 SHUFFLE Press SHUFFLE to engage shuffle mode SHUFFLE ON will appear in the display If you wish to ...

Page 26: ...trol until sound returns Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability 13 TEXT SCAN In radio and CD MP3 mode press and hold for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks Press again to stop In MP3 mode press and release to display track title artist name and disc title In satellite radio mode if equipped press and ...

Page 27: ... band 15 ON OFF Volume Press to turn ON OFF Turn to increase decrease volume Note If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on 16 CD Press to enter CD MP3 mode If a CD MP3 is already loaded into the system CD MP3 play will begin where it ended last If no CD is loaded NO...

Page 28: ...equency Press and hold for a fast advance through radio frequencies In menu mode use to select various settings In CD MP3 mode press to select the desired disc In CATEGORY mode if equipped press to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel categories Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability 2 Phone Your ve...

Page 29: ...he main menu Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability Note If your vehicle is equipped with Satellite Radio you will either have the CATEGORY option above or the CATEOGRY option within the SATELLITE RADIO MENU below SATELLITE RADIO MENU if equipped late availability Press MENU when satellite radio mode is active to ...

Page 30: ...elect either RETURN or CANCEL Note If there are no songs presently saved the display will read NO SONGS DELETE ALL SONGS Press OK to delete all song s from the system s memory The display will read ARE YOU SURE Press OK to confirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will read ALL DELETED Note If there are no songs presently saved the display will read NO SONGS ENABLE ALERTS DISABLE ALERTS ...

Page 31: ... the search To view the station name or type When the desired category appears in the display press TEXT SCAN to toggle between displaying the station type COUNTRY ROCK etc or the station name WYCD WXYZ etc BASS Press MENU to reach the bass setting Use SEEK SEEK to adjust Press OK to close and return to the main menu TREB Treble Press MENU to reach the treble setting Use SEEK SEEK to adjust Press ...

Page 32: ...ilable Press OK to close and return to the main menu COMPRESS Compression Available only in CD MP3 mode Press MENU until COMPRESS ON OFF appears in the display Use SEEK SEEK to toggle ON OFF When COMPRESS is ON the system will bring soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level Press OK to close and return to the main menu Single Play Dual Play If Single Play is ON press...

Page 33: ...E press SEEK SEEK to view the previous additional display text In CATEGORY MODE press SEEK SEEK to select a category Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability 6 OK Play Pause This control is operational in CD and DVD mode if equipped When a CD or DVD is playing in the FES system press this control to play or pause th...

Page 34: ... previous folder on MP3 discs if available 10 FF Fast forward Press FF to manually advance in a CD MP3 track 11 REW Rewind Press REW to manually reverse in a CD MP3 track 12 Memory presets To set a station select the desired frequency band AM FM1 or FM2 Tune to the desired station Press and hold a preset button until sound returns and PRESET SAVED appears in the display You can save up to 18 stati...

Page 35: ...e next channels Press again to stop In CATEGORY MODE press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of channels in the selected category Press again to stop Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability 14 AM FM Press to select AM FM1 FM2 frequency band 15 ON OFF Volume Press to turn ON OFF Turn to increase decrease volume Note If the vo...

Page 36: ...esets 1 6 When ready the system will eject the disc and the display will read REMOVE CD If the disc is not removed in 15 seconds the system will reload the disc If there is only one disc present in the system press To auto eject up to 6 CDs press and hold until the system begins ejecting all loaded discs If the discs are not removed the system will reload the discs 19 CD slot Insert a CD MP3 label...

Page 37: ...nd of the audio extension cable to the headphone output of your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJ in your vehicle 4 Turn the radio on using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into the system Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level 5 Turn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1 2 the volume 6 Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly u...

Page 38: ...ayer should not be attempted while the vehicle is moving Also the portable music player should be stored in a secure location such as the center console or the glove box when the vehicle is in motion The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow the portable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion USB port if equipped Driving while distracted can result in loss of ...

Page 39: ...Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception Station overload When you pass a broadcast tower a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed CD CD player care Do Handle discs by their edges only Never touch the playing surface Inspect discs before playing Cle...

Page 40: ...dealer for further information Audio system warranty and service Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information If service is necessary see your dealer or qualified technician MP3 track and folder structure Your MP3 system recognizes MP3 individual tracks and folder structure as follows There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback MP3 track mode system default and MP3 fol...

Page 41: ... you to use the same MP3 disc for a variety of tasks on your work computer home computer and your in vehicle system In track mode the system will display and play the structure as if it were only one level deep all mp3 files will be played regardless of being in a specific folder In folder mode the system will only play the mp3 files in the current folder Satellite radio information if equipped Sa...

Page 42: ...service SIRIUS Satellite Radio is a subscription based satellite radio service that broadcasts music sports news and entertainment programming A service fee is required in order to receive SIRIUS service Vehicles that are equipped with a factory installed SIRIUS Satellite Radio system include Hardware and limited subscription term which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle Online med...

Page 43: ...er for service INVALID CHNL Channel no longer available This previously available channel is no longer available Tune to another channel If the channel was one of your presets you may choose another channel for that preset button UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not available for this channel Contact SIRIUS at 1 888 539 7474 to subscribe to the channel or tune to another channel NO TEXT Artist informatio...

Page 44: ... should return UPDATING Update of channel programming in progress No action required The process may take up to three minutes CALL SIRIUS 1 888 539 7474 Satellite service has been deactivated by SIRIUS Satellite Radio Call SIRIUS at 1 888 539 7474 to re activate or resolve subscription issues FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control...

Page 45: ...he FES functions without distracting the driver Quick start Your Family Entertainment System includes a DVD system two sets of wireless infrared IR headphones and a wireless infrared IR remote control To play a DVD in the DVD system The DVD system can play DVD Video DVD R DVD R W discs as well as audio CDs and video CDs To ensure proper disc operation check the disc for finger prints scratches and...

Page 46: ... video CDs To ensure proper disc operation check the disc for finger prints and scratches Clean the disc with a soft cloth wiping from the center to the edge 1 Ensure that the vehicle ignition is in the RUN or ACCESSORY position 2 Insert a CD into the system label side up to turn on the DVD system It will load and automatically begin to play If there is already a CD in the system press PLAY on the...

Page 47: ...system The DVD system can be used to connect and play auxiliary electronic devices such as game systems personal camcorders video cassette recorders etc 1 Ensure that the vehicle ignition is in the RUN or ACCESSORY position 2 Press the power button to turn the DVD system on The indicator light next to the power button will illuminate 3 Connect an auxiliary audio video source by connecting RCA cord...

Page 48: ...Headphone Control Button to indicate which channel is active able to be controlled 3 Press MEDIA to change the audio source of the active channel A or B The audio source will be shown on the display You may change the active channel by pressing the A or B headphone control button Note Channel A can access any possible media source AM FM1 FM2 SAT if equipped CD DVD AUX Channel B can only access DVD...

Page 49: ...on the DVD system To adjust display brightness To decrease increase the brightness level on the display screen press the brightness control on the DVD system A display will appear at the bottom of the screen indicating the brightness level The brightness display will only appear when the menu is not displayed DVD player controls A B VIDEO VOLUME MEDIA RETURN MENU ENTER 1 7 2 3 4 5 6 9 10 11 12 13 ...

Page 50: ...ject Press once to stop and press a second time to eject a disc from the DVD system 3 Reverse Press and release for the previous chapter or track Press and hold to reverse search a DVD Video CD or FES CD in DVD CD mode 4 Fast forward Press and release for the next chapter or track Press and hold to forward search a DVD Video CD or FES CD in DVD CD mode 5 Play Pause Press Play to select DVD mode an...

Page 51: ...me over all speakers When in Dual Play press to increase or decrease the volume for the wired headphones Wireless headphone volume is controlled with the rotary dial on the right ear piece 11 Headphones Speakers Press once for Dual Play Headphone mode the rear speakers are muted and press again for Single Play same media playing through all speakers You can also press the 2 and 4 memory preset but...

Page 52: ...ss to select confirm the current selection 16 Cursor Brightness controls Use the cursor controls to make various selections when in any menu When not in a menu and in DVD mode press to adjust the brightness A display bar will appear at the bottom of the screen indicating the brightness levels Remote control Unless otherwise stated all operations can be carried out with the remote control Always po...

Page 53: ...and adjustments 4 RETURN Press to return to the previous menu screen 5 ANGLE DVD dependent Press to select the angle to view the scene 6 Channel A B Press to select either A or B headphones and then use the MEDIA control to select the desired playing media for the headphones 7 VOL Volume When in Single Play press to increase or decrease the volume over all speakers When in Dual Play press to incre...

Page 54: ...e played 14 C Cancel Press to cancel clear the numeric input i e chapter number 15 MEDIA Press to cycle through the possible media sources AM FM1 FM2 SAT if equipped CD DVD LINE IN if equipped DVD AUX Channel B can only access DVD and AUX sources 16 VIDEO Press to cycle through video states DVD DISC DVD AUX NON DVD Off 17 EJECT Press to eject a disc from the FES 18 Fast reverse Previous When a DVD...

Page 55: ... control unit Since all batteries have a limited shelf life replace them when the unit fails to control the DVD player Remove the screw and unlatch the battery cover to access the batteries The remote control unit uses two AAA batteries which are supplied with the unit 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 55 ...

Page 56: ... operate the headphones Batteries are included Additional infrared wireless headphones may be purchased for use with the system Also wired headphones may be purchased and plugged in where indicated on the left and right hand sides of the system Refer to Wired Headphones below 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 56 ...

Page 57: ...htly press down on top and slide the cover off When replacing the batteries use two new batteries alkaline recommended and install them with the correct orientation as indicated in the battery housing 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 57 ...

Page 58: ...eless headphones by using the A B selection switch on the ear piece Adjust the volume control to the desired listening level Ensure that the headphones are turned off when not in use After approximately one minute of not being in use no infrared signal is received the wireless headphones will automatically turn off They will also turn off after two hours of continuous use as a power save feature I...

Page 59: ...ear audio from the audio source selected to be the Channel A source The wired headphone jack for Channel B is located on the right side of the FES and is labeled B Headphones plugged into this headphone jack will hear audio from the audio source selected to be the Channel B source Adjust the headphone volume using the volume control on the DVD system Operation Single play Dual play Your DVD and au...

Page 60: ...channel Press on the DVD player to listen to audio over the headphones The headphone control will now be active and a green light next to the A or B headphone control buttons will illuminate The system can output two different audio sources over the headphones These are called Channel A and Channel B Both Channel A and Channel B can be listened to on the wired headphones not included or on the inf...

Page 61: ...capable of providing audio to the speakers The available sources in FES Headphone Only Mode are DVD DISC and DVD AUX regardless of headphone channel A or B When a disc is inserted into the FES while in Headphone Only Mode both headphone channels A B will be connected to FES DISC Menu mode Press MENU once on the DVD system to access the DVD disc menu if available Press MENU twice to access the DVD ...

Page 62: ... This is disc dependent You can select from WIDE LETTER BOX or PAN SCAN Once you have made your selection press ENTER to confirm The LCD screen display will immediately change to your selection after the system resumes playback of the DVD The system default is WIDE 16 9 Language Select LANGUAGE to select the language you would like to use for audio output English Spanish French This is disc depend...

Page 63: ...is OFF Once you have made your selection press ENTER to confirm This is disc dependent Audio CDs To play audio CDs on your DVD system 1 Ensure that the vehicle ignition is in the RUN or ACCESSORY position 2 Ensure that the DVD system is ON 3 Insert an audio CD into the DVD system label side up 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 63 ...

Page 64: ...top Playing MP3 discs To play an MP3 disc on your DVD system 1 Ensure that the vehicle ignition is in the RUN or ACCESSORY position 2 Ensure that the DVD system is ON 3 Insert the MP3 disc into the DVD system label side up 4 The folder track and elapsed time will appear in the status bar The screen will list the Artist Title Album and File Name COMP Compression Compression brings soft and loud CD ...

Page 65: ...ter s resources Follow the PC configuration recommendations of the encoder software vendor We recommend that you avoid running other software applications on your PC during MP3 encoding to avoid undesirable noise and distortion CD MP3 and CD player care Handle discs by their edges only Never touch the playing surface Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of ti...

Page 66: ...d that homemade CDs or DVDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels Ball point pens may damage CDs or DVDs Please contact your authorized dealer for further information Playing a DVD 1 Ensure that the vehicle ignition is in the RUN or ACCESSORY position 2 Ensure that the navigation system is on 3 Insert a DVD label side up into the system 4 Use the DVD bezel contro...

Page 67: ...ame by frame 1 With a DVD playing press pause 2 Press the right cursor button The DVD will advance one frame Each press of the right cursor button will advance the DVD video by one frame Headphone auxiliary jacks There are wired headphones not included and auxiliary jacks on the left and right side of your DVD system They can be used to plug in wired headphones or to connect and play auxiliary ele...

Page 68: ... Yellow video input 2 White left channel audio input 3 Red right channel audio input 4 Black wired headphone jack not included The B headphone jack 5 is located on the right side of the DVD system Plug in wired headphones not included here Note The B headphones can only access DVD and AUX modes They cannot access radio sources Audio displays Your DVD system interacts closely with the front audio s...

Page 69: ...eset controls 3 and 5 simultaneously on the front audio controls The control level will cycle each time the buttons are pressed simultaneously The three states are described as FULL enabled The FES has control over the primary speaker and secondary headphone audio sources LOCAL The FES has control over the secondary source headphones only The radio will ignore button presses that affect the primar...

Page 70: ...ense for private non commercial use and does not convey a license nor imply any right to use this product in any commercial i e revenue generating real time broadcasting terrestrial satellite cable and or any other media broadcasting streaming via internet intranets and or other networks or in other electronic content distribution systems such as pay audio or audio on demand applications An indepe...

Page 71: ... operate the FES functions without distracting the driver Do not expose the liquid crystal display LCD flip down screen to direct sunlight or intensive ultraviolet rays for extensive periods of time Ultraviolet rays deteriorate the liquid crystal Be sure to review User Manuals for video games and video game equipment when used as auxiliary inputs for your Family Entertainment System FES Do not ope...

Page 72: ...d to harsh environmental conditions may be damaged or perform at less than maximum capability To avoid these outcomes whenever possible avoid exposing your DVD player to extremely hot or cold temperatures direct sunlight high humidity a dusty environment locations where strong magnetic fields are generated Temperature extremes When the vehicle is parked under direct sunlight or in an extremely col...

Page 73: ...When the Family Entertainment System FES detects that the original radio supplied by Ford Motor Company has been removed from the vehicle the FES will work in a state referred to as Headphone Only Mode This mode allows the FES to operate as a standalone system without interface to the radio While operating in Headphone Only Mode the system will have limited functionality The system will only outpu...

Page 74: ...s demisters and floor vents Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster and demister vents Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the windshield To exit select another mode 3 Recirculated air Press to activate deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle cabin Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired o...

Page 75: ...ain passenger comfort In the and modes Move the temperature control selector to the coldest setting Select A C and recirculated air Use with A C to provide colder airflow Set the fan to the highest speed initially then adjust to maintain passenger comfort In extremely cold temperatures to maximize overall heater performance it is suggested to not operate the auxiliary system if so equipped until t...

Page 76: ...culated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle Recirculation can be engaged manually in any other airflow selection except defrost Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections 5 A C Press to activate deactivate air conditioning Use with recirculated air to im...

Page 77: ...s shut out and the climate control system is turned off 15 Driver temperature control Press to increase decrease the temperature on the driver side of the cabin Sets the passenger side temperature also when DUAL is disengaged The recommended vehicle cabin setting is between 72 F 22 C and 75 F 24 C Dual temperature control Press and hold the AUTO button to engage disengage separate passenger side t...

Page 78: ...control Press once to activate high heat setting 2 indicator lights press again to activate low heat setting 1 indicator light and press again to deactivate the passenger heated seat 6 Recirculated air Press to activate deactivate air recirculation in the cabin Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reac...

Page 79: ...ivate the driver heated seat 11 Front fan speed control Press to manually increase or decrease the fan speed To return to automatic fan operation press AUTO 12 EXT Press to display outside temperature Press again to display cabin temperature settings 13 F C Temperature conversions Press to switch temperature display between Fahrenheit and Celsius 14 OFF Outside air is shut out and the climate cont...

Page 80: ...ure bar is illuminated The rear cabin airflow temperature will be warmer or cooler than the driver airflow temperature setting when more than one temperature bar is illuminated When the rear temperature button is pressed the display will show only the rear cabin settings After rear setting changes are completed on the front control the display will automatically show all climate settings 3 Passeng...

Page 81: ... and floor vents 9 Distributes air through the floor vents Note You may notice a small amount of air flowing from the demister and defroster vents 10 Distributes air through the instrument panel and floor vents 11 Distributes air through the instrument panel vents 12 Manual override controls Allows you to manually select where airflow is directed To return to full automatic control press AUTO 13 F...

Page 82: ...rough the windshield defroster and demister vents Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the windshield To exit select another mode 2 Rear temperature control Press to enable the auxiliary system and set the desired rear cabin airflow temperature with the front control The rear cabin airflow temperature will match the driver airflow temperature setting when only the center rear temperature bar ...

Page 83: ...lso help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle Recirculation can be engaged manually in any other airflow selection except defrost Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections 8 A C Press to activate deactivate air conditioning Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency Engages automatically in AUTO defrost and floor def...

Page 84: ...e automatic temperature control Select the desired temperature using the temperature control The system will automatically determine fan speed airflow location A C on or off and outside or recirculated air to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature 19 REAR Press to enable the control located in the rear seat Press again to turn the auxiliary system OFF When the REAR button is pre...

Page 85: ... normal operating range 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 to the highest speed 5 Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop AUXILIARY CLIMATE C...

Page 86: ...ally after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the 1 LOCK position To manually turn off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed push the control again Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside of the rear window This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty 2008 Ta...

Page 87: ...witch is turned to LOCK You can change the amount of time the lamps stay on by using the programming procedure that follows Note If the vehicle is equipped with autolamps it will have the headlamps on with windshield wipers feature If the windshield wipers are turned on for a fixed period of time the exterior lamps will turn on with headlamp control in the Autolamp position Autolamps Programmable ...

Page 88: ...if equipped With the ignition on the foglamps can be turned on when the headlamp control is pulled toward you and is in any of the following positions Parking lamps Low beams Autolamps when active The foglamps will not operate when the high beams are active High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate Pull the lever towards you to deactivate Flash to pass Pull toward you to ac...

Page 89: ...able switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parklamp operation Move the control to the full upright position past detent to turn on the interior lamps Note If the battery is disconnected discharged or a new battery is installed the dimmer switch requires re calibration Rotate the dimmer switch from the full dim position to the full Dome ON position to reset This will ensure that your displays...

Page 90: ...light from one headlamp while adjusting the other 4 On the wall or screen you will observe an area of high intensity light The top of the high intensity area should touch the horizontal reference line if not the beam will need to be adjusted 5 Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp Using a Phillips 2 screwdriver turn the adjuster either clockwise to adjust down or counterclockwise to adjust...

Page 91: ... vehicle may also have reading lamps within the rear dome lamp s Press the switches on either side of the dome lamp to turn on the lamps BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamp Condensation The headlamps are vented to equalize pressure When moist air enters the headlamp s through the vents there is a possibility that condensation can occur This condensation is normal and will clear within 45 minutes of headlamp...

Page 92: ...igh beam 2 9005 Tail brake turn signal lamp 2 LED Rear sidemarker 2 LED Backup lamp 2 921 License plate lamp 2 168 High mount brake lamp 5 W5W Foglamp if equipped 2 H11 LL Map lamp 2 12V6W Dome reading lamps 6 578 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted To replace all instrument panel lights see your authorized dealer To replace these lamps see your authorized dealer Replacing ...

Page 93: ...the next time the headlamps are operated Install the new bulb s in reverse order Replacing front parking lamp turn signal bulbs 1 Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position then open the hood 2 Reach behind the headlamp assembly to access the bulb sockets and connectors 3 Remove the bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out 4 To remove the bulb pull it straight o...

Page 94: ...uipped with a stop park turn and side marker lamp assemblies containing integral multiple light emitting diodes LED If replacement is required see your authorized dealer 1 Backup lamp 2 Stop park turn signal lamp LED 3 Side marker lamp LED 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and open the liftgate 2 Remove the two screws in the liftgate opening then pull the lamp assembly away fr...

Page 95: ...position 2 Remove the screw from the license plate lamp assembly and pull it down 3 Remove bulb socket by turning counterclockwise 4 Carefully pull the bulb out from the socket Install new bulb s in reverse order Replacing foglamp bulbs 1 Make sure the foglamp switch is in the OFF position 2 Remove the bulb socket from the foglamp by turning counterclockwise 3 Disconnect the electrical connector I...

Page 96: ...pers when the windshield is dry This may scratch the glass damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield always use the windshield washer In freezing weather be sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers Windshield wiper features if equipped with Autolamp feature The exterior lamps will turn on w...

Page 97: ...location of the vehicle There is no switch to turn on or other operator involvement required other than to start the vehicle TILT STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull down and hold the steering wheel release control 2 Move the steering wheel up or down until you find the desired location 3 Pull the steering wheel release control up This will lock the steering wheel in position Never ...

Page 98: ...COMPARTMENT The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or similar sized objects Press the control to open the storage compartment OVERHEAD CONSOLE The appearance of your vehicle s overhead console will vary according to your option package Storage compartment The storage compartment may be used to store a pair of sunglasses Press the release area on the rear edge of the bin door to o...

Page 99: ...e conversation mirror is extended down CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features These include 1 Cupholders 2 Utility compartment with coin holder a clamshell tray audio input jack USB port and power point 3 Rear power point vent rear heated seat controls if quipped and cupholder 4 Pen holder and CD holder Use only soft cups in the cupholder Hard objects can in...

Page 100: ...ot covered by your warranty The auxiliary power points are located on the instrument panel and in the center console utility compartment Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element if equipped To prevent the fuse from being blown do not use the power point s over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC 180W If the power point or cigar lighter socket is not working a fuse may have...

Page 101: ...y POWER WINDOWS Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows They may seriously injure themselves When closing the power windows you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings Press and pull the window switches to open and close windows Push down to the first...

Page 102: ...e or ONE TOUCH UP To operate ONE TOUCH UP Pull the switch completely up to the second detent and release quickly The window will close fully Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation If the switch is pressed and held to the normal open or ONE TOUCH DOWN position during a ONE TOUCH UP event the window will stop If after 1 2 second the switch is still held the window ...

Page 103: ...ricted in some way for example if there is ice on the window or seals Accessory delay With accessory delay the radio Family Entertainment DVD System if equipped power windows and moonroof if equipped operate for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned from the ON to the OFF position or until one of the front doors are opened INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rear view mirror has two pivot...

Page 104: ... may impair proper mirror performance Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives fuel or other petroleum based cleaning products EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors To adjust your mirrors 1 Rotate the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the ...

Page 105: ...STABLE FOOT PEDALS IF EQUIPPED The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is in the P Park position Press and hold the rocker control located on the instrument panel to adjust accelerator and brake pedal Press the top of the control to adjust the pedals away from you Press the bottom of the control to adjust the pedals towards you Th...

Page 106: ...n a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience 1 Press the ON control and release it 2 Accelerate to the desired speed 3 Press the SET control and release it 4 Take you...

Page 107: ...ase it This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed Increasing speed while using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed Press and hold the SET control until you get to the desired speed then release the control You can also use the SET control to operate the Tap Up function Press and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts b...

Page 108: ...ake pedal or press CNCL Cancel until the desired vehicle speed is reached press the SET control Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control Depress the brake pedal or press CNCL Cancel This will not erase your vehicle s previously set speed Press the speed control OFF control Note When you turn off the speed control or the ignition your speed control set speed memory...

Page 109: ... driving task when it is safe to do so Radio control features Press MEDIA to select AM FM1 FM2 SAT1 SAT2 or SAT3 Satellite Radio mode if equipped CD In AM FM1 or FM2 mode Press SEEK to access the next previous strong station In Satellite radio mode if equipped Press and release SEEK to access the next previous strong station Press and hold SEEK to fast advance through preset channels or subscribed...

Page 110: ... to end a voice command For further information on the Navigation system refer to the Navigation supplement SYNC system hands free control feature if equipped Press and hold VOICE briefly until the voice icon appears on the display to use the voice command feature Press and hold to send a call or text message Press OK to confirm your selection For further information on the SYNC system refer to th...

Page 111: ...ss opening and closing feature To stop motion at any time during the one touch operation press the control a second time To open the moon roof To open the moon roof press the rear portion of the control to the first detent To activate the automatic one touch express open feature press the rear portion of the control to the second detent and release quickly When closing the moon roof you should ver...

Page 112: ...nk威 Wireless Control System located on the driver s visor provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand held transmitters with a single built in device This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most transmitters to operate garage doors entry gate operators security systems entry door locks and home or office lighting When programming your HomeLink威 Wireless Control System to a g...

Page 113: ...l the HomeLink威 indicator light changes from a slow to a rapidly blinking light Now you may release both the HomeLink威 and hand held transmitter buttons Note Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to replace Step 2 with procedures noted in the Gate Operator and Canadian Programming in this section for Canadian residents 3 Firmly press hold for five seconds and release the program...

Page 114: ...3515 Gate Operator Canadian Programming During programming your hand held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting not allowing enough time for HomeLink威 to accept the signal from the hand held transmitter After completing Step 1 outlined in the Programming section replace Step 2 with the following Note If programming a garage door opener or gate operator it is advised to unplug the device ...

Page 115: ...wo outer HomeLink威 buttons until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Release both buttons Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds HomeLink威 is now in the train or learning mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with Step 1 in the Programming section Reprogramming a single HomeLink姞 button To program a device to HomeLink威 using a HomeLink威 button previously trained follow ...

Page 116: ...in the INFO menu and SETUP menu Info menu This control displays the following control displays Odometer Trip Odometer Distance to Empty Average Fuel Economy Trip Elapsed Drive Time Compass Display Compass Zone Adjustment Compass Calibration Adjustment Odometer Trip odometer Refer to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter Distance to empty DTE Selecting this function from the INFO menu estimates ...

Page 117: ...re 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 stations Variations in top off procedure from one fill up to another Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0 1 gallon liter 1 Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles 8 km with the speed control system engaged...

Page 118: ...e necessary Refer to Compass zone calibration adjustment Most geographic areas zones have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones A correct zone setting will eliminate this error Refer to Compass zone calibration adjustment Compass ...

Page 119: ...nition to the ON position 2 Start the engine 3 Press the SETUP button repeatedly until the message center displays RESET FOR CALIBRATION 4 Press RESET to enter compass calibration mode which will display CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE 5 Drive the vehicle in circles up to three times until the message CALIBRATION COMPLETED appears and one of the 8 valid headings N NE E SE S SW W NW is displayed 6 Verif...

Page 120: ...tored systems the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for two to four seconds Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the systems being monitored The sequence of the system check report is as follows 1 OIL LIFE 2 CHARGING SYSTEM 3 WASHER FLUID LEVEL 4 DOORS CLOSED 5 LIFTGATE CLOSED 6 BRAKE SYSTEM 7 TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM 8 DI...

Page 121: ...t Note Oil life of 100 equals 7 500 miles 12 000 km or 6 months For example setting oil life to 60 sets the oil life value to 4 500 miles 7 200 km and 108 days Language 1 Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current language to be displayed 2 Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the language choices 3 Press and hold the RESET control to set the language ...

Page 122: ...cle doors when the driver s door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off 1 To disable enable the autounlock feature select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode 2 Press the RESET control switch to turn the autounlock ON or OFF Power Liftgate if equipped This feature allows users to open close the rear liftgate at the touch of a button 1 To disable e...

Page 123: ...re no more warning messages This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message Warning messages that have been reset are divided into three categories They will not disappear until a condition is changed They will reappear on the display ten minutes from the reset They will not reappea...

Page 124: ...essories when the engine is idling at a low speed turn off as many of the electrical loads as possible If the warning stays on or comes on when the engine is operating at normal speeds have the electrical system checked as soon as possible CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM Displayed when the brake system needs servicing If the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer as soon as pos...

Page 125: ...NGE REQUIRED CHANGE OIL SOON Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 5 percent or less When oil life left is between 5 and 0 the CHANGE OIL SOON message will be displayed When oil life left reaches 0 the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message will be displayed POWER LIFTGATE PLG IF EQUIPPED You can power open or close the liftgate with the following controls instrument panel control button integrated...

Page 126: ...damaged from the contact Disable the power feature and operate the liftgate manually if necessary When power operating the liftgate at temperatures below 32 F 0 C the liftgate may stop about 5 inches 12 7 cm from the full open position The liftgate can be fully opened by pushing it upward to the maximum open position The Power Liftgate feature can be enabled or disabled using the Message Center Wi...

Page 127: ... is latched Warning keep clear of the liftgate when activating the rear switch Note The liftgate movement direction can be reversed with a second press of the instrument panel or the rear cargo area control button or a second double press of the integrated keyhead transmitter button To power open the liftgate with outside liftgate control button 1 To open unlock the liftgate with the integrated ke...

Page 128: ...ftgate can be closed under power If the power liftgate is opening the system will stop and a chime will sound 3 times when an obstacle is detected Once the obstacle is removed the liftgate can again be operated normally Resetting the power liftgate The power liftgate may not operate properly and may need to be reset if any of these conditions occur a low voltage or dead battery or disconnected bat...

Page 129: ... closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out If you must drive with the liftgate door open keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo net if equipped The cargo pouch net secures lightweight objects in the cargo area Attach the net to the anchors provided Do not put more than ...

Page 130: ... 125 lbs 57 kg on the roof rack structure or 100 lbs 45 kg on the roof panel evenly distributed If it is not possible to distribute the load position it as far rearward as possible Cross bars tie down loops if equipped can be adjusted to fit the item s being carried 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driver Controls 130 ...

Page 131: ... functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if desired Always carry a spare key with you in case of an emergency For more information regarding programming replacement IKTs refer to the SecuriLock passive anti theft system section later in this chapter Note Your vehicle s IKTs were issued with an adhesive security tag on them that provides important vehicle key cut information...

Page 132: ...ylinder you can readjust the location of your thumb to grasp the IKT on the outer edge next to the control Likewise when rotating the IKT to the 1 LOCK position in the ignition lock cylinder the bottom edge of the IKT adjacent to the control can be utilized POWER DOOR LOCKS Press the control to unlock all doors Press the control to lock all doors 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fu...

Page 133: ...lock feature will lock all the doors when all the doors are closed the ignition is in the 3 RUN position you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion and the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph 20 km h for greater than 2 seconds The autolock feature repeats when any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the 3 RUN position and the vehicle speed is 9 mph 15 km h or low...

Page 134: ... chirp one time to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active 6 To enable disable the autolock feature press the unlock control then press the lock control The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice one short and one long chirp if autolock was activated 7 Turn the ignition to the 1 LOCK position The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete Keyless e...

Page 135: ...e instrument cluster message center Refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter Note The autounlock feature can be activated deactivated independently of the autolock feature Power door lock switch autounlock enable disable procedure Before starting ensure the ignition is in the 1 LOCK position and all vehicle doors are closed You must complete Steps 1 5 within 30 seconds or the procedu...

Page 136: ... 4 Press and hold the 3 4 While holding the 3 4 press and release the 7 8 While still holding the 3 4 press and release the 7 8 a second time 5 Release the 3 4 The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has been enabled CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS Move control up to engage the childproof lock Move control down to dis...

Page 137: ...peration is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment There are 2 possible types of IKTs Vehic...

Page 138: ... and disarm the perimeter anti theft system operate the illuminated entry feature The remote entry lock unlock feature operates in any ignition position except while the key is held in the 4 START position The panic feature operates with the key in the 1 LOCK position If there are problems with the remote entry system make sure to take ALL Integrated Keyhead Transmitters with you to the authorized...

Page 139: ...ll the doors The turn lamps will flash 2 Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors are closed Note The doors will lock again the horn will chirp and the turn lamps will flash once if all the doors and liftgate are closed Note If any door or the liftgate is not closed the horn will chirp twice and the lamps will not flash Car finder Press twice within 3 seconds The ...

Page 140: ...into the vehicle This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out If you must drive with the liftgate open keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle Memory seats power mirrors adjustable pedals if equipped The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter allows you to recall the memory seat mirror feature Press to automatically move the seat mirror and adjustable pedals if equipped t...

Page 141: ...s the SET control on the driver s door panel 2 Within five seconds press the lock or unlock control on the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter which you would like to deactivate and then press the SET control on the driver s door panel again 3 Repeat this procedure for another Integrated Keyhead Transmitter if desired Replacing the battery The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter uses one coin type three vol...

Page 142: ...d because you lost one or would like to buy additional IKTs you can either reprogram them yourself or take all IKTs to your authorized dealer for reprogramming How to reprogram your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters IKTs To program a new Integrated Keyhead Transmitter yourself refer to Programming spare keys in the SecuriLock passive anti theft section of this chapter Note At least two IKTs are requ...

Page 143: ...ill not activate in daylight conditions Deactivating activating perimeter lamps illuminated entry You may enable disable this feature by having your vehicle serviced by your authorized dealer You may also perform the following power door lock sequence to enable disable the perimeter lamps feature Note Before starting ensure the ignition is in the 1 LOCK position and all vehicle doors are closed Yo...

Page 144: ...the interior dome lamps and the exterior mirror puddle lamps if equipped will illuminate The lights will turn off if all the doors remain closed and 25 seconds elapse or the key is inserted in the ignition Battery saver The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 LOCK position If the dome lamps were turned on using the panel dimmer cont...

Page 145: ... To create your own personal entry code 1 Enter the factory set code 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 seconds of each other 4 To associate the entry code with a memory setting enter a sixth digit to indicate which driver should be set in a memory recalled by the personal entry code Pressing 1 2 recalls Driv...

Page 146: ... minute of keypad inactivity pressing the UNLOCK control on the remote entry transmitter portion of your Integrated Keyhead Transmitter the ignition is turned to the 3 RUN position Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry To unlock the driver s door enter the factory set 5 digit code or your personal code Each number must be pressed within five seconds of each other The interior lamps w...

Page 147: ...n Note Large metallic objects electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues You need to prevent these objects from touching the coded IKT while starting the engine These objects will not cause damage to the coded IKT but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the IKT when starting t...

Page 148: ...to your vehicle only four of these eight keys can be IKTs with remote entry functionality If your IKTs or standard SecuriLock coded keys are lost or stolen and you don t have an extra coded key you will need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed Replacing coded keys can be very costly Store...

Page 149: ...reviously coded key into the ignition 5 Turn the ignition from the 1 LOCK position to the 3 RUN position Keep the ignition in the 3 RUN position for at least three seconds but no more than 10 seconds 6 Turn the ignition to the 1 LOCK position and remove the second previously programmed coded key from the ignition 7 Within twenty seconds of turning the ignition to the 1 LOCK position and removing t...

Page 150: ...ing the system When armed this system will respond if unauthorized entry is attempted When unauthorized entry occurs the system will flash the turn signal lamps and will sound the horn The system is ready to arm whenever the key is in the 1 LOCK position or is removed from the ignition Either of the following actions will prearm the alarm system Press the control on the remote entry transmitter po...

Page 151: ...tter Unlock the doors by using your keyless entry pad Unlock the driver s door with a key Turn the key full rearward toward the rear of the vehicle to ensure the alarm disarms Turn ignition to the 3 ON position with a valid SecuriLock key or Integrated Keyhead Transmitter IKT Press the panic control on the remote entry transmitter portion of your IKT This will only shut off the horn and turn lamps...

Page 152: ... behind the seatback After 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 head restraints Head restraints help to limit head motion in the event of a rear collision Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible be...

Page 153: ...ver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Lift handle to move seat forward or backward Pull lever up to adjust seatback 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 153 ...

Page 154: ...port Folding down the front passenger seatback The front passenger seatback can be folded to a horizontal position to make room for a long load To fold the seatback 1 Move the seat as far back as possible 2 Push the head restraint release button and move the head restraint fully down 3 Pull the strap located on the back of the seat to fold the front passenger seatback 4 Without releasing the pull ...

Page 155: ...ion Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the passenger sensing system resulting in serious injury or death in a crash Always sit upright against your seatback with your feet on the floor To reduce the risk of possible serious injury Do not hang objects off seat back or stow objects in map pock...

Page 156: ...ard Passenger Press the control if equipped to recline the seatback forward or rearward Heated seats if equipped To operate the heated seats Push the control located on the climate control system panel once to activate high heat Push twice to activate low heat Push a third time to deactivate 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 156 ...

Page 157: ...ious procedure using control 2 A position can be recalled in any gearshift position if the ignition is not in the RUN position only in P Park or N Neutral if the ignition is in the RUN position A memory seat position may be programmed at any time The memory positions are also recalled when you press your remote entry transmitter UNLOCK control if the transmitter is programmed to a memory position ...

Page 158: ...ket and bench seat back Lift the handle to adjust seatback Using same control will fold the seatback flat Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat s safety belt resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 158 ...

Page 159: ...purses or briefcases are on the floor in front of the second row seats before tumbling them Note You may have to move the front row seat forward to allow the 2nd row seat to be fully tumbled Stow the head restraint by pushing the head restraint release button while sliding the head restraint fully down Lift the handle located on the side of the seat The seatback will fold flat 2008 Taurus X 219 Ow...

Page 160: ...e floor To return the seatback to the upright position Lift the seatback toward the rear of the vehicle and Rotate the seatback until you hear a click locking it in the upright position Note The seatback will not raise if the rear latch hooks are not properly engaged to the floor striker Pull the head restraint back up to its normal adjusted position 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt US...

Page 161: ...ry or damage to the seat Note The power feature is operational when the vehicle is in park and the lifgate has been open for less than 10 minutes Press the control one time to fold the seat back down and tumble the seat forward for access to the 3rd row Exiting the third row seat Stow the head restraint by pushing the head restraint release button while sliding the head restraint fully down Pull o...

Page 162: ...he rear latch hooks are not properly engaged to the floor striker Pull the head restraint back up to its normal adjusted position Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dan...

Page 163: ...n tumbled position Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor whether the seat is occupied or empty If not latched the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop Rear heated seats if equipped The heated seat control is located on the back of the front console To operate the heated seats Push the indicated side of the control for maximum heat Push again to deactivate Push the indicated side of the ...

Page 164: ...m the rear of the vehicle fold seatback by pulling and holding the number 1 strap while pushing the seatback forward Release strap once seatback starts rotating forward 3 Release the cushion latches by pulling the number 2 strap while pulling on the strap located at the top of the seatback to tumble the seat all the way into the tub in the floor 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus...

Page 165: ... unstowing it 1 Unlatch and lift the seat out of the tub in the floor by squeezing and pulling up on the handle Once the seat is at a vertical position push the seat over letting it fall onto the latches 2 To return the seatback to upright position pull the number 1 strap then while holding the number 1 strap pull the long strap located on the seatback to raise the seatback 3 Pull the head restrai...

Page 166: ...ional when the seat is in the tailgate position SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of airbag related injuries The system is able to analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety de...

Page 167: ...em determined the accident conditions crash severity belt usage etc were not appropriate to activate these safety devices Front airbags are designed to activate only in frontal and near frontal collisions not rollovers side impacts or rear impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration The pretensioners are designed to activate in frontal and near frontal collisions and i...

Page 168: ...ng child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off the passenger front airbag The system is designed to help protect small child size...

Page 169: ...cluster or a back up tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System is not required The Restraints Control Module RCM monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints crash sensor s safety belt pretensioners front safety belt buc...

Page 170: ...or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one...

Page 171: ...receives an impact of 5 mph 8 km h or more the safety belt will become locked and help reduce your forward movement Energy Management Feature Front Outboard This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature at the front seats to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head on collision The energy management feature has a retractor assembly that is designed to...

Page 172: ...passengers Automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder 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 a passenger front or outboard rear seating...

Page 173: ...aced if either damage or improper operation is noted Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in a collision Unbuckle the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode Safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjus...

Page 174: ...here is a 8 inch 20 cm safety belt extension assembly that can be added part number 611C22 This assembly can be obtained from an authorized dealer Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended Do...

Page 175: ...uster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts Conditions of operation If Then The driver s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The safety belt warning light illuminates 1 2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4 8 seconds The driver s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime ...

Page 176: ...ion or less than 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned ON The Belt Minder威 feature will not activate The driver s or front passenger s safety belt is not buckled when the vehicle has reached at least 3 mph 5 km h and 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON The Belt Minder威 feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates a...

Page 177: ...ht as possible this can improve comfort I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident Belt Minder威 reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Safety belts don t work Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45 in cars and by 60 in light trucks Traffic is light Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts w...

Page 178: ... same ignition cycle if the occupant buckles and remains buckled for approximately 30 seconds Confirmation is not given for the one time disable Deactivating activating the Belt Minder姞 feature The driver and front passenger Belt Minder威 are deactivated activated independently When deactivating activating one seating position do not buckle the other position as this will terminate the process Read...

Page 179: ...d at a moderate speed buckle then 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 safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds 4 Within approximately 7 seconds of the light turning off buckle then unbuckle the safety belt This will disable the Belt Minder威 featu...

Page 180: ...ety belts to help protect the driver and front outboard passenger from certain upper body injuries The term supplemental restraint means the airbags are intended as a supplement to the safety belts Airbags alone cannot protect as well as airbags plus safety belts in impacts for which the airbags are designed to deploy and airbags do not offer any protection in crashes for which they do not deploy ...

Page 181: ...vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches 25 cm between an occupant s c...

Page 182: ... tow hooks may affect the performance of the airbag system increasing the risk of 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 rear seating positions than in the front seating position Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of...

Page 183: ...t This may consist of cornstarch talcum powder to lubricate the bag or sodium compounds e g baking soda that result from the combustion process that inflates the airbag Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes but none of the residue is toxic While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries contact with a deploying airbag may also cause abra...

Page 184: ...r lamp Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental airbag electrical system wiring including the impact sensors the system wiring the airbag system readiness light the airbag back up power and the airbag ignitors Front passenger sensing system The front passenger sensing system is designed to meet the r...

Page 185: ...assenger frontal airbag is disabled The indicator lamp is located in the center stack of the instrument panel above the radio Note The indicator lamp will illuminate for a short period of time when the ignition is turned to the ON position to confirm it is functional When the front passenger seat is not occupied empty seat or in the event that the front passenger frontal airbag is enabled may infl...

Page 186: ...rson and enable the passenger s frontal airbag If the indicator lamp remains lit even after this the person should be advised to ride in the rear seat Occupant Pass Airbag Off Indicator Light Passenger Airbag Empty seat Unlit Disabled Small child in child safety seat or booster Lit Disabled Small child with safety belt buckled or unbuckled Lit Disabled Adult Unlit Enabled Even with Advanced Restra...

Page 187: ...eavy briefcase fully packed luggage Lit Disabled Empty seat or small to medium object with safety belt buckled Lit Disabled If you think that the status of the passenger airbag off indicator lamp is incorrect check for the following Objects lodged underneath the seat Objects between the seat cushion and the center console if equipped Objects hanging off the seat back Objects stowed in the seatback...

Page 188: ...h the seat If objects are lodged and or cargo is interfering with the seat please take the following steps to remove the obstruction Pull the vehicle over Turn the vehicle off Driver and or adult passengers should check for any objects lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat Remove the obstruction s if found Restart the vehicle Wait at least 2 minutes and veri...

Page 189: ...periodically until the problem and or light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the supplemental restraint system serviced at an authorized dealer immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision Seat mounted side airbag system Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the airbag cover on the side of the seatbacks...

Page 190: ...ront passenger seatbacks A special seat cover designed to allow airbag deployment The same warning light electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags Crash sensors located on the B and C pillars one sensor on each pillar on each side of the vehicle Side airbags in combination with safety belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side im...

Page 191: ...ent lateral deceleration Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation If the side airbag has deployed the airbag will not function again The side airbag system including the seat must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer If the airbag is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision Safety Canopy system ...

Page 192: ... the deployment path of the inflatable Safety Canopy How does the Safety Canopy system work The design and development of the Safety Canopy system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working Group These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side ...

Page 193: ...cient to cause the side crash sensor to close an electrical circuit that initiates Safety Canopy inflation or when a certain likelihood of a rollover event is detected by the rollover sensor The Safety Canopy is mounted to roof side rail sheet metal behind the headliner along the entire side of the vehicle In certain lateral collisions or rollover events the Safety Canopy system will be activated ...

Page 194: ...t airbag system will either flash or stay lit The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the SRS serviced at your an authorized dealer immediately Unless serviced the system may not functi...

Page 195: ...nfant or child restraint you might use Children and safety belts If the child is the proper size restrain the child in a safety seat Children who are too large for child safety seats as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer should always wear safety belts Follow all the important safety restraint and airbag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle If the shoulder belt ...

Page 196: ...ts Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow the toddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat and lap shoulder belt to fit properly Generally this is when they weigh about 80 lb 36 kg about 8 to 12 years old Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees b...

Page 197: ...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 you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child s head a high back booster seat would be a better choice Either type can be used at any seating position equipped with lap shoul...

Page 198: ...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 only It is best to use a booster seat with lap shoulder belts in the back seat the safest place for children to ride Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does not stay positioned on the shoulder during use Follow all instructions provided by ...

Page 199: ...nd the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling Place seat back in upright position Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Automatic locking mode passenger side front and outboard rear seating positions if equipped section in this chapter LATCH lower anchors are recommended for use by children up to 48 lb 22 kg in a child restraint Top tether anchors can be used for chil...

Page 200: ... child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active airbag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat ...

Page 201: ...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 seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restrai...

Page 202: ...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 move it side to side and forward There should be no more than one inch of movement for proper installation 10 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic loc...

Page 203: ...any older safety seats Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for information about ordering a tether strap Children should be placed in the rear in an appropriate child safety seat that is properly secured to the vehicle The tether anchors in your vehicle are in the positions shown 40 40 second row seats 60 40 second row seats Delivery van 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus...

Page 204: ... the head restraint is adjustable route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts If the top of the safety seat hits the head restraint raise the head restraint to let the child seat fit further rearward 3 Grasp the tether strap and position it to the seat frame 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 204 ...

Page 205: ...wn the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision 5 Rotate the tether strap clip 6 Install the child safety seat tightly using the LATCH anchors or safety belts Follow the instructions in this chapter 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 205 ...

Page 206: ... to the manufacturer s instructions Rear seating positions Follow Steps 1 7 as described above for the following available seats 2nd row bucket 40 40 2nd row bench 60 40 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 206 ...

Page 207: ... certain seating positions in your vehicle This type of child seat eliminates the need to use safety belts to attach the child seat For forward facing child seats the tether strap must also be attached to the proper tether anchor See Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this chapter Your vehicle has LATCH anchors for child seat installation at the seating positions marked with the child se...

Page 208: ...ether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child seat Keeping the child seat just touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash Adjusting the seat back angle may allow the tether strap to be tight without lifting the child seat Each time you use the safety seat check that the seat is properly attached to the lower anchors and tether anchor Try to tilt the child ...

Page 209: ...over crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt All occupants must wear seat belts and children infants must use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of injury or ejection Study your Owner s Guide for specific information about equipment features instructions for safe driving and additional precautions to reduce the risk of an accident or ...

Page 210: ...n the front and rear axles could cause the AWD system to stop functioning and default to front wheel drive Do not become overconfident in the ability of AWD vehicles Although a AWD vehicle may accelerate better than two wheel drive vehicle in low traction situations it won t stop any faster than two wheel drive vehicles Always drive at a safe speed How your vehicle differs from other vehicles Util...

Page 211: ...nd maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars They do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10...

Page 212: ...aning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing 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 Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temp...

Page 213: ...tric unit of air pressure PSI Pounds per square inch a standard unit of air pressure Cold inflation pressure The tire pressure when the vehicle has been stationary and out of direct sunlight for an hour or more and prior to the vehicle being driven for 1 mile 1 6 km Recommended inflation pressure The cold inflation pressure found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label located o...

Page 214: ... resulting in heat buildup and internal damage to the tire It also may result in unnecessary tire stress irregular wear loss of vehicle control and accidents A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to be flat Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire The Ford recomm...

Page 215: ...up and the air pressure inside to go up as you drive 2 Remove the cap from the valve on one tire then firmly press the tire gauge onto the valve and measure the pressure 3 Add enough air to reach the recommended air pressure Note If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the valve Then recheck the pressure with your tire gauge 4 Replace the valve cap 5 Repe...

Page 216: ...e spare frequently and replace them if one or more of the following conditions exist Tire wear When the tread is worn down to 1 16th of an inch 2 mm tires must be replaced to help prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning Built in treadwear indicators or wear bars which look like narrow strips of smooth rubber across the tread will appear on the tire when the tread is worn down to 1 16th...

Page 217: ...nd describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U S DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall This begins with the letters DOT and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured the next two are the tire size code and the last fou...

Page 218: ...ressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated re lubricate and try again When inflating the tire for mounting pressures up to 20 psi greater than the maximum pressure on the tire sidewall the following precautions must be taken to protect the person mounting the tire 1 Make sure ...

Page 219: ...nd cause an explosion A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph 56 km h The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander Highway hazards No matter how carefully you drive there s always the possibility that you may eventually have a flat tire on the highway Drive slowly to the closest safe area out of traffic This may further damage the fl...

Page 220: ...authorized dealer Front wheel drive FWD vehicles and those with an independent rear suspension if equipped may require alignment of all four wheels The tires should also be balanced periodically An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with y...

Page 221: ... appearance from the road 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 be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL Both U S and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place sta...

Page 222: ...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 load index It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry You may find this information in your Owner s Guide If not contact a local tire dealer Note You may not find this informatio...

Page 223: ... 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 numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall 9 M S or M S Mud and Snow or AT All Terrain or AS Al...

Page 224: ...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 Inflation Pressure Indicates the tire manufacturers maximum permissible pressure and or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire This pressure is normally higher than the manu...

Page 225: ...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 defined as four tires on the rear axle a total of six or more tires on the vehicle 4 Maximum Load Single lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a si...

Page 226: ...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 a radial type tire 5 16 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 Location of the tire label You w...

Page 227: ...S is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combine...

Page 228: ... covered by the tire and is not visible unless the tire is removed The pressure sensor is located opposite 180 degrees from the valve stem Care must be taken when changing the tire to avoid damaging the sensor It is recommended that you always have your tires serviced by an authorized dealer The tire pressure should be checked periodically at least monthly using an accurate tire gauge refer to Inf...

Page 229: ...nitoring System Low Tire Pressure Warning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Solid Warning Light Tire s under inflated 1 Check your tire pressure to ensure tires are properly inflated refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter 2 After inflating your tires to the manufacturer s recommended inflation pressure as shown on the Tire Label located on the edge of driver s door or the B Pill...

Page 230: ...rature affects your tire pressure The Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic tire While driving in a normal manner a typical passenger tire inflation pressure may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi 14 to 28 kPa from a cold start situation If the vehicle is stationary over night with the outside temperature significantly lower than the daytime temperature the t...

Page 231: ...house or body Do not use tire chains cables or optional traction devices with optional P225 60R18 tires Install cable chains securely verifying that the cables do not touch any wiring brake lines or fuel lines Drive cautiously If you hear the cables rub or bang against your vehicle stop and re tighten the cables If this does not work remove the cables to prevent damage to your vehicle If possible ...

Page 232: ...orted outside the US and Canada may not have a Tire Label Look for THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg OR XXX lb for maximum payload The payload listed on the Tire Label is the maximum 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...

Page 233: ...nd optional equipment When towing trailer tongue load 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 weight and all payload 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 233 ...

Page 234: ...the Vehicle Curb Weight cargo passengers GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle including all options equipment passengers and cargo The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door The GVW must never exceed the GVWR Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicl...

Page 235: ...ions no cargo internal or external a tongue load of 10 15 conventional trailer and driver only 150 lb 68 kg Consult your authorized dealer or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer for more detailed information Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than t...

Page 236: ...d capacity to carry you 4 of your friends and all the golf bags You and four friends average 220 lb 99 kg each and the golf bags weigh approximately 30 lb 13 5 kg each The calculation would be 1400 5 x 220 5 x 30 1400 1100 150 150 lb Yes you have enough load capacity in your vehicle to transport four friends and your golf bags In metric units the calculation would be 635 kg 5 x 99 kg 5 x 13 5 kg 6...

Page 237: ...n Inspect these components carefully after towing Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage transmission damage structural damage loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and personal injury Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment fo...

Page 238: ...he GVWR not GCWR Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles Make sure all running lights brake lights turn signals and hazard lights are working Do not connect trailer lamps directly to your vehicle s tail lamps This can cause damage to your vehicle s electrical system See your authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trai...

Page 239: ... hitch electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts To aid in engine transmission cooling and A C efficiency during hot weather while stopped in traffic place the gearshift lever in P Park Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade If you must park on a grade place wheel chocks under the trailer s wheels RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain comb...

Page 240: ...instruction specified by the equipment provider Note If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground follow these instructions Tow only in the forward direction Release the parking brake Place the transmission shift lever in Neutral N Turn the key in the ignition to the ACC position refer to Starting in the Driving chapter The ACC position also unlocks the steering wheel Do not exceed 6...

Page 241: ...l Canadian Interference Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise When starting a fuel injected engine don t press the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine For more information on starting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine in this chapter To avoid potential tr...

Page 242: ... vehicle immediately Do not 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 order to warm the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all vehicle occupants have ...

Page 243: ...urning the key to 4 START 2 Turn the key to 4 START then release the key as soon as the engine starts Excessive cranking could damage the starter Note If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try turn the key to LOCK wait 10 seconds and try again If the engine still fails to start press the accelerator to the floor and try again this will allow the engine to crank with the fue...

Page 244: ...starting and allows the heater defroster system to respond quickly If your vehicle is equipped with this system your equipment includes a heater element which is installed in your engine block and a wire harness which allows the user to connect the system to a grounded 120 volt a c electrical source The block heater system is most effective when outdoor temperatures reach below 0 F 17 C Failure to...

Page 245: ...reas where the vehicle is parked are clean and clear of all combustibles such as petroleum products dust rags paper and similar items Be sure that the engine block heater heater cord and extension cord are solidly connected A poor connection can cause the cord to become very hot and may result in an electrical shock or fire Be sure to check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the syste...

Page 246: ...e brakes from locking Noise from the ABS pump motor and brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking and the brake pedal may suddenly travel a little farther as soon as ABS braking is done and normal brake operation resumes These are normal characteristics of the ABS and should be no reason for concern Using ABS When hard braking is required apply continuous force on the brake pedal do...

Page 247: ... remains illuminated when the ignition is turned ON until the parking brake is released Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle However if the normal brakes fail the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency Since the parking brake applies only the rear brake...

Page 248: ...on or brake application is needed to help control the vehicle If the vehicle begins to rotate excessively left or right spin out or slide sideways the system will attempt to correct the excessive motion If the vehicle does not respond to steering inputs the system will attempt to increase the turning response of the vehicle AdvanceTrac威 enhances your vehicle s stability during maneuvers that requi...

Page 249: ...vated when the vehicle speed is above 45 mph 70 km h even though the AdvanceTrac威 indicator light may be illuminated in the instrument cluster If a failure is detected in the AdvanceTrac威 system the AdvanceTrac威 indicator light in the instrument cluster will stay on Have the vehicle system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately If the vehicle is stuck in snow or mud or when driving in deep s...

Page 250: ...s have exceeded their ability to grip the road this may lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death If you experience a severe road event SLOW DOWN TRACTION CONTROL IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a Traction Control system This system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of your vehicle It is especially useful on slippe...

Page 251: ...t turning points until it stops for more than a few seconds when the engine is running It is also important to maintain a proper power steering fluid level in the power steering fluid reservoir Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level See Checking and adding power steering fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Some noise is normal during operation If the ...

Page 252: ...Apply the parking brake turn ignition key to LOCK then remove the key 2 Using a screwdriver or similar tool remove the protective cover to the interlock release access hole on the console 3 Insert the screwdriver or similar tool into the access hole and press downward while pulling the gearshift lever out of the P Park position and into the N Neutral position 4 Remove the tool and reinstall the pr...

Page 253: ...xle is equipped with an adaptive learning strategy found in the vehicle computer This feature is designed to increase durability and provide consistent shift feel over the life of the vehicle A new vehicle or transaxle may have firm and or soft shifts This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transaxle Over time the adaptive learning process will fully u...

Page 254: ...ark Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift lever in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift lever in N Neutral the vehicle can be started and is free to roll Hold the brake pedal down while in this position D Drive wi...

Page 255: ... To return to O D overdrive mode press the transmission control switch The O D OFF lamp in the instrument cluster will not be illuminated O D overdrive is automatically returned each time the key is turned off L Low Provides maximum engine braking Will downshift to the lowest available gear for the current vehicle speed allows for first gear when vehicle reaches slower speeds REVERSE SENSING SYSTE...

Page 256: ...sonal injury always use caution when in R Reverse and when using the RSS This system is not designed to prevent contact with small or moving objects The system is designed to provide a warning to assist the driver in detecting large stationary objects to avoid damaging the vehicle The system may not detect smaller objects particularly those close to the ground Certain add on devices such as large ...

Page 257: ...rn to the previous value The RSS automatically turns on when the gear selector is placed in R Reverse and the ignition is ON An RSS control on the instrument panel allows the driver to turn the RSS on and off To turn the RSS off in any gear the ignition must be ON An indicator light on the control will illuminate when the system is turned off If the indicator light illuminates when the RSS is not ...

Page 258: ... subject the vehicle to excessive stress which might result in damage which is not covered under your warranty Driving off highway with AWD vehicles AWD vehicles are specially equipped for driving on sand snow mud and rough roads and have operating characteristics that are somewhat different from conventional vehicles both on and off the highway When driving at slow speeds off highway under high o...

Page 259: ...l system while attempting to rock the vehicle Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the...

Page 260: ...o keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the trail Avoid reducing the tire pressures but drive steadily through the terrain Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels Do not use L Low gear when driving through sand Under severe operating conditions the A C may cycle on and off to protect overheating of the engine Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work again...

Page 261: ... the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by treading lightly Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally up or down a hill or steep incline you should always try to drive straight up or straight down Avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes or hil...

Page 262: ...ads turn the steering wheel in the direction of the slide until you regain control Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on snow and ice Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop Avoid sudden braking as well Although an AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice it won t stop any faster because as in o...

Page 263: ...formance and operational capabilities and adversely affect driver and passenger safety Frequent inspection of vehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to heavy off highway usage 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 is higher than the botto...

Page 264: ...mited to two no charge occurrences within a 12 month period winch out available within 100 feet 30 5 meters of a paved or county maintained road no recoveries towing Ford Mercury Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles 56 3 km of the disablement location or to the nearest authorized dealer If a member requests to be towed to an authorized dealer more than 35 miles 56...

Page 265: ...o need to obtain reimbursement information call 1 800 665 2006 Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty In the United States you may purchase additional roadside assistance coverage beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club by contacting your authorized dealer or by calling 1 800 FORD CLUB Similarly in Canada for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage you may purchase extended coverage prio...

Page 266: ...parent reset the switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition ON 5 Wait a few seconds and return the key to OFF 6 Make another check for leaks FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components Note Alwa...

Page 267: ... 3A Violet Violet 4A Pink Pink 5A Tan Tan 7 5A Brown Brown 10A Red Red 15A Blue Blue 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black Black 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 267 ...

Page 268: ... Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 30A Smart window motor 2 15A Brake on off switch High mounted brake lamp 3 15A SDARS Bluetooth Family entertainment system FES Rear seat control 4 30A Spare 5 10A SPDJB logic power 6 20A Turn signals 7 10A Low beam headlamps left 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 268 ...

Page 269: ... feeds Liftgate release 18 20A 2nd row power seat 19 25A Moon roof 20 15A OBDII connector 21 15A Fog lamps 22 15A Park lamps License lamps 23 15A High beam headlamps 24 20A Horn relay 25 10A Demand lamps Interior lamps 26 10A Instrument panel cluster 27 20A Adjustable pedal switch 28 5A Radio Radio start signal 29 5A Instrument panel cluster 30 5A Overdrive cancel switch 31 10A Compass Automatic d...

Page 270: ...nt Classification Sensor OCS Passenger Airbag Deactivation Indicator PADI 47 30A Circuit Breaker Power windows 48 Delayed accessory relay Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment The power distribution box contains high current fuses that protect your vehicle s main electrical systems from overloads Always disconnect the battery before servicing high c...

Page 271: ...tribution Box Description 1 80A SPDJB power 2 80A SPDJB power 3 30A Front wipers 4 Not used 5 20A Rear heated seat module 6 Not used 7 50A Engine cooling fan 8 Not used 9 40A Anti lock Brake System ABS AdvanceTrac pump 10 30A Starter 11 50A Powertrain Control Module PCM relay 12 20A ABS AdvanceTrac valve 13 20A Power point instrument panel 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roads...

Page 272: ... A C clutch relay 25 25A Rear wiper 26 20A Backup relay 27 15A Fuel relay Fuel pump driver module Fuel pump 28 Not used 29 30A Power liftgate 30 Not used 31 30A Auxiliary blower relay 32 30A Driver seat motors Memory module 33 20A Ignition switch to SJB 34 Not used 35 40A Front A C blower motor 36 1A Diode One touch start 37 1A Diode Fuel pump 38 10A IVD Yaw rate sensor 39 10A Fuel diode PCM 40 10...

Page 273: ...ANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving do not brake heavily gradually decrease the vehicle s speed hold the steering wheel firmly slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road Note The tire pressure monitoring system TPMS indicator light will illuminate when the spare is in use To restore the full functionality of the monitoring system all road wheels equipped with tire pressu...

Page 274: ...ed it should be replaced rather than repaired A dissimilar spare tire wheel is defined as a spare tire and or wheel that is different in brand size or appearance from the road tires and wheels and can be one of three types 1 T type mini spare This spare tire begins with the letter T for tire size and may have Temporary Use Only molded in the sidewall 2 Full size dissimilar spare with label on whee...

Page 275: ... one dissimilar spare tire wheel at a time Use commercial car washing equipment Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire wheel The usage of a full size dissimilar spare tire wheel can lead to impairment of the following Handling stability and braking performance Comfort and noise Ground clearance and parking at curbs Winter weather driving capability Wet weather dri...

Page 276: ...estraint chapter for this procedure 1 Remove the carpeted floor panel located in the rear of the vehicle remove the wing nut that secures the spare tire by turning it counterclockwise 2 Lift and remove the spare tire from the trunk 3 Remove the second wing nut that secures the jack retention bracket by turning it counterclockwise remove the jack kit from the vehicle 4 Remove the jack and the wrenc...

Page 277: ...he vehicle to the tire being changed If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously injured Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel 1 Block the diagonally opposite wheel 2 Remove wheel cover if equipped with the lug wrench ...

Page 278: ... Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 6 Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 7 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification 8 Install the wheel cover if equipped The wheel cover will only install if the Ford Mercury...

Page 279: ...the wrench compartment and the jack bag using the velcro strips 3 Place the jack kit on the angled bracket in the spare tire tub using the locating tabs to position the jack correctly 4 Insert the straight end of the jack retention bracket through the eyelet of the angled bracket and swing the retention bracket over the jack With the jack in place place the end of the retention bracket over the th...

Page 280: ... after any wheel disturbance tire rotation changing a flat tire wheel removal etc Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque lb ft N m 1 2 20 UNF 100 135 Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust 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 surf...

Page 281: ...capability Attempting to push start a vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause transmission damage Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the automatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy As a result the transmission may have firm and or soft shifts This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the ...

Page 282: ...rges Turn all other accessories off Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive jumper cable to the positive terminal of 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 assisting battery 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Road...

Page 283: ...unding points Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts Jump starting 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased spe...

Page 284: ...umper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 284 ...

Page 285: ...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 can relearn its idle conditions 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 285 ...

Page 286: ...ront ensure proper wheel lift equipment is used to raise the front wheels off the ground The rear wheels can be left on the ground when towed in this fashion If your vehicle is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift equipment it is recommended that the front wheels drive wheels be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the automatic transaxle On AWD vehicles it is required that your vehicle be...

Page 287: ...nfiguration can be flat towed all wheels on the ground under the following conditions Place the transmission in N Neutral Maximum distance is 50 miles 80 km Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph 56 km h Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle 2008 T...

Page 288: ...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 concern remains unresolved contact the Sales Manager Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager 3 If you require assistance or clarification on Ford Motor Company policies or procedures please cont...

Page 289: ...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 Lincoln vehicle please have the following information available when contacting the Lincoln Centre Your telephone number home and business The name of the authorized dealer and the city where the authorized...

Page 290: ...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 replacement vehicle California Civil Code Section 1793 22 b presumes that the manufacturer has had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if within t...

Page 291: ...se 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 your favor and you accept the decision the BBB AUTO LINE program will contact you to ensure that Ford has complied with the decision in a timely manner Disputes submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE program are usually decided within forty days after yo...

Page 292: ... are fast fair and final as the arbitrator s award is binding both to you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces For more information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Pl...

Page 293: ...ay cause engine knocking or serious engine damage Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel Using leaded fuel may also result 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 authorized dealer If th...

Page 294: ...otor Company of Canada Limited Service Publications CHQ202 The Canadian Road P O Box 2000 Oakville ON Canada L6J 5E4 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS U S ONLY If you 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 notifying Ford Motor Company If NHTSA receiv...

Page 295: ...0590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS CANADA ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform Transport Canada using their toll free number 1 800 333 0510 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Customer Assistance...

Page 296: ...hicle s paintwork and trim over time Use Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 which is available from your authorized dealer 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 your vehicle wash off as soon as possible Exterior chrome Wash the vehicle first using cool or lukewa...

Page 297: ...d industrial fallout before repairing paint chips Always read the instructions before using the products ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clearcoat paint finish In order to maintain their shine Clean weekly with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A which is available from your authorized dealer Heavy dirt and brake dust accumulation may requi...

Page 298: ...t spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser ZC 20 on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine 3 5L engine Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running water in the running engine may cause internal da...

Page 299: ...uthorized dealer The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl rubbing alcohol or Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate ZC 32 A available from your authorized dealer This washer fluid contains special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car wash facilities Be sure to replace wiper blades when they ...

Page 300: ...ing the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system If a staining liquid like coffee juice has been spilled on the instrument panel or on interior trim surfaces clean as follows 1 Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean white cotton cloth 2 Apply Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 11 A In Canada use Motorcraft Multi Purpose Cleaner CXC 101 to the wiped a...

Page 301: ...lision 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 and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 11 A Dry the area with a soft cloth To help maintain its resiliency and color use the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit ZC 11 D available from your authorized dealer Do not use household cleaning products alco...

Page 302: ...Vinyl Protectant U S only ZC 40 A Motorcraft Dash and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 38 A Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner U S only ZC 11 A Motorcraft Leather Care Kit ZC 11 D Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A Motorcraft Dusting Cloth Mitt ZC 47 Motorcraft Dusting Cloth ZC 24 Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser U S only ZC 20 Motorcraft One Step Wash and Wax Concentrate ZC 6 A Motorcraft Paint Sealan...

Page 303: ...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 open flames and other burning cigarettes material away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off 1 Set the parking brake and shift to P Park 2 Turn off the engine and remove the k...

Page 304: ...e steering column 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood 3 Lift the hood and support it with the prop rod Lift the prop rod by the sleeve and not the bare metal 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 304 ...

Page 305: ...oolant reservoir 3 Brake fluid reservoir 4 Battery 5 Power distribution box 6 Air filter assembly 7 Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 8 Engine oil dipstick 9 Engine oil filler cap 10 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 305 ...

Page 306: ...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 finish wiper blades or washer system If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40 F 4 5 C use washer fluid with antifreeze protection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in ...

Page 307: ...ved by cleaning the wiper blades and the windshield refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter To prolong the life 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 rubber element Changing rear window wiper blade The rear wiper arm is desig...

Page 308: ...ed maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick ...

Page 309: ...e engine by an authorized dealer 7 Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated Adding engine oil 1 Check the engine oil For instructions refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter 2 If the engine oil level is not within the normal operating range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into...

Page 310: ...orcraft SAE 5W 20 or an equivalent SAE 5W 20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS M2C930 A SAE 5W 20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle s engine Do not use supplemental engine oil additives cleaners or other engine treatments They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty Change your engine...

Page 311: ... you plan to store your vehicle for an extended period of time This will minimize the discharge of your battery during storage Note Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks o...

Page 312: ...th the vehicle at a complete stop set the parking brake 2 Put the gearshift in P Park turn off all accessories and start the engine 3 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature 4 Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 5 Turn the A C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 6 Release the parking brake With your foot on the brake pedal and with the A C on p...

Page 313: ...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 per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section Your vehicle was factory filled with a 50 50 engine coolant and water concentration If the concentration of coolant falls below 40 or above 6...

Page 314: ...windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant When adding coolant make sure it is a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool until the appropriate fill level is obtained Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot coo...

Page 315: ...m overheating or freezing Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine coolant For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the FULL COLD lev...

Page 316: ...icle If necessary add enough 50 50 concentration of engine coolant and distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level If you have to add more than 1 0 quart 1 0 liter of engine coolant per month have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system Your cooling system may have a leak Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible ...

Page 317: ...on below 40 Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in ...

Page 318: ...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 before refueling your vehicle Always turn off the vehicle before refueling Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or pe...

Page 319: ...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 extremely hazardous under certain conditions Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity which can cause a fire if fuel is p...

Page 320: ...the filler pipe 5 Turn the filler cap clockwise 1 4 of a turn until it clicks at least once If the check fuel cap lamp or a check fuel cap message come on the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed The lamp or message can come on after several driving events after you ve refueled your vehicle At the next opportunity safely pull off of the road remove the fuel filler cap align the cap proper...

Page 321: ...ision which may result in personal injury Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximum of 10 ethanol Your vehicle was not designed to run on E85 fuels that are blended with a maximum of 85 ethanol The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle Do not use fuel containing methanol It can damage critical fuel system components Your ...

Page 322: ... It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating These products have not been approved for your engine and could cause damage to the fuel system Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your warranty Many of the world s automakers approved ...

Page 323: ...l get a more accurate measurement after 2 000 miles 3 000 miles 3 000 km 5 000 km Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section of this chapter The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the empty reserve combine...

Page 324: ...dometer reading from the current odometer reading 5 Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy Calculation 1 Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used Calculation 2 Multiply liters used by 100 then divide by total kilometers traveled Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving city or highway This will provide an accurate estimate of th...

Page 325: ...omy Combine errands and minimize stop and go driving Maintenance Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy Use recommended engine oil Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items Follow the recommended maintenance schedule an...

Page 326: ...ns EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly Use only the specified fuel listed Avoid running out of fuel Do not turn off the ignition w...

Page 327: ...n control device or prevent it from working Information about your vehicle s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up specifications Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete emission warranty information On board diagnostics OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a comput...

Page 328: ... governments may have Inspection Maintenance I M programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Your vehicle may not pass the I M test if the indicator is on or not working properly bulb is burned out or if the OBD II system has determined that some of the emission control systems have not bee...

Page 329: ... above driving cycle will have to be repeated POWER STEERING FLUID Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the service interval schedules 1 Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C 2 While the engine idles turn the steering wheel left and right s...

Page 330: ...ve the vehicle until it is warmed up approximately 20 miles 30 km If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking 1 Drive the vehicle 20 miles 30 km or until it reaches normal operating temperature 2 Park the vehicle on a level...

Page 331: ...evel Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transaxle failure An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid make sure the correct type is used The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the di...

Page 332: ...mbers in this chapter To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and or personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running Changing the air filter element 1 Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover 2 Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing 3 Remove the air filter element from the air filter ...

Page 333: ... For PCV valve replacement see your authorized dealer Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the PCV valve Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is...

Page 334: ...e Automatic transmission fluid 10 0 quarts 9 5L 1 Motorcraft MERCON威 V ATF 2 XT 5 QM MERCON威 V Rear differential fluid AWD 2 4 pints 1 15L Motorcraft SAE 80W 90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY 80W90 QL WSP M2C197 A Power Transfer Unit PTU fluid AWD 5 18 ounces 0 53L Motorcraft SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant XY 75W140 QL WSL M2C192 A Engine oil 5 5 quarts 5 2L Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Premium...

Page 335: ...ll capacity Actual amount may vary during fluid changes 2 Automatic transmissions that require MERCON威 V should only use MERCON威 V fluid or fluid that is specified dual usage MERCON威 MERCON威 V Refer to scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct service interval Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage 3 Add the coolant type originally equipped...

Page 336: ...056 inch 1 32 1 42 mm Ignition system Coil on plug Compression ratio 10 3 1 Engine drivebelt routing 3 5L V6 Engine 1 Short drivebelt is on first pulley groove closest to engine 2 Long drivebelt is on second pulley groove farthest from engine 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 336 ...

Page 337: ...ocated The Safety 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 identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 2008 Taurus X...

Page 338: ...heck 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 Label The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents Description Code 6F50 6 Speed Automatic Transaxle J 2008 Taurus X 219 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance a...

Page 339: ...efective accessories The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessories Not all accessories are available for all models For a complete l...

Page 340: ...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 qualified service technician Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use To avoid interference with other vehic...

Page 341: ...riving an automatic overdrive 253 Auxiliary input jack Line in 36 B Battery 311 acid treating emergencies 311 jumping a disabled battery 281 maintenance free 311 replacement specifications 333 servicing 311 Belt Minder威 175 Booster seats 195 Brakes 246 anti lock 246 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 246 fluid checking and adding 330 fluid refill capacities 334 fluid specifications 334 lubri...

Page 342: ...e 294 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Program 292 D Daytime running lamps see Lamps 89 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 330 engine oil 308 Driving under special conditions 259 261 sand 260 snow and ice 262 through water 260 263 DVD system 44 E Electronic message center 116 Emergencies roadside jump starting 281 Emission control system 326 Engine 336 cleaning 298 coolant 313 idle speed con...

Page 343: ... 266 G Gas cap see Fuel cap 320 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 323 Gauges 14 H Hazard flashers 265 Head restraints 152 157 158 Headlamps 87 aiming 89 autolamp system 87 bulb specifications 92 daytime running lights 89 flash to pass 88 high beam 88 replacing bulbs 92 turning on and off 87 Heating heating and air conditioning system 74 76 78 80 82 Homelink wireless control system 112 Hood 304 How to g...

Page 344: ...Lug nuts 280 Luggage rack 130 Lumbar support seats 154 M Message center 116 english metric button 121 system check button 120 warning messages 123 Mirrors 103 104 automatic dimming rearview mirror 103 fold away 105 heated 105 programmable memory 140 side view mirrors power 104 Moon roof 111 Motorcraft parts 302 317 333 N Navigation system 73 O Octane rating 322 Oil see Engine oil 308 Overdrive 253...

Page 345: ...n Sensor 168 safety belt maintenance 174 warning light and chime 175 Safety seats for children 199 Safety Compliance Certification Label 337 Satellite Radio Information 41 Seats 152 child safety seats 199 front seats 152 153 156 heated 78 80 82 memory seat 140 157 second row seats 158 161 third row seats 161 164 165 SecuriLock passive anti theft system 147 Servicing your vehicle 303 Setting the cl...

Page 346: ...uid checking and adding automatic 330 fluid refill capacities 334 lubricant specifications 334 Transmission 252 brake shift interlock BSI 252 Trunk 140 Turn signal 91 U USB port 38 V Vehicle Identification Number VIN 337 Vehicle loading 231 Ventilating your vehicle 244 W Warning lights see Lights 10 Washer fluid 306 Water Driving through 263 Windows power 101 rear wiper washer 96 Windshield washer...

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