AWD Messages
Action / Description
Change AWD Power
Transfer Unit Lube
Displayed when the AWD system needs its
power transfer unit lubrication changed. This
message may be set if a vehicle has
experienced extended periods of
extreme/severe duty cycle driving. See your
authorized dealer for service. (Taurus SHO
Performance Package Only)
Battery and
Charging System
Messages
Action / Description
Check Charging
System
Displayed when the charging system needs
servicing. If the warning stays on or continues
to come on, contact your authorized dealer as
soon as possible.
Turn Power Off to
Save Battery
Displayed when the battery management
system determines that:
•
the battery is at a low state of charge or,
•
the ignition has been in accessory position
or on position with the engine off for
approximately 45 minutes.
Turn the ignition off as soon as possible to
protect the battery. This message will clear
once the vehicle has been started and the
battery state of charge has recovered. Turning
off unnecessary electrical loads will allow
faster battery state-of-charge recovery.
Transport Mode
Contact Dealer
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Factory Mode Contact
Dealer
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Information Displays
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2014 Taurus
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, September 2013
USA
(fus)