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LIGHTING CONTROL

A. Off

B. Parking lamps, instrument panel
lamps, license plate lamps and tail
lamps

C. Headlamps

High Beams

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Push the lever toward the
instrument panel to activate.

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Push the lever toward the
instrument panel again or pull
the lever towards you to
deactivate.

Headlamp Flasher

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Pull toward you slightly to
activate and release to deactivate.

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2015 Taurus
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, November 2014
USA (fus)

Содержание 2015 TAURUS

Страница 1: ...November 2014 Second Printing Owner s Manual Taurus Litho in U S A fordowner com ford ca 2015 TAURUS Owner s Manual FG1J 19A321 AA 2015 TAURUS Owner s Manual ...

Страница 2: ...t and safety belt maintenance 41 Personal Safety System 42 Supplementary Restraints System 43 Driver and passenger airbags 45 Front passenger sensing system 47 Side airbags 51 Safety canopy curtain airbags 52 Crash sensors and airbag indicator 54 Airbag disposal 55 Keys and Remote Control 56 General information on radio frequencies 56 Remote control 57 Keys 57 Replacing a lost key or remote contro...

Страница 3: ...se 75 Interior luggage compartment release 76 Security 77 SecuriLock passive anti theft system 77 Anti theft alarm 80 Steering Wheel 81 Adjusting the steering wheel 81 Steering wheel controls 83 Pedals 86 Adjustable pedals 86 Wipers and Washers 87 Windshield wipers 87 Rain sensing wipers 87 Windshield washers 88 2 Table of Contents 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 4: ...100 Sun visors 100 Sunshade 101 Moonroof 102 Instrument Cluster 103 Gauges 103 Warning lamps and indicators 105 Audible warnings and indicators 110 Information Displays 111 Controls 111 Trip computer 115 Information messages 122 Climate Control 131 Manual heating and air conditioning 131 Dual automatic temperature control 132 Rear window defroster 140 Cabin air filter 140 Remote Start 141 Table of...

Страница 5: ...partments 162 Center console 162 Overhead console 163 Starting and Stopping the Engine 164 Ignition switch 165 Engine block heater 170 Fuel and Refueling 172 Fuel quality 174 Running out of fuel 175 Refueling 177 Fuel consumption 180 Transmission 184 Automatic transmission 184 All Wheel Drive If Equipped 189 All wheel drive 189 Brakes 196 Brakes 196 Hints on driving with anti lock brakes 197 Parki...

Страница 6: ...ng Aids 222 Driver alert 222 Lane keeping system 224 Blind Spot Information System BLIS with Cross Traffic Alert CTA 228 Collision warning system 233 Steering 236 Load Carrying 238 Cargo net 238 Vehicle loading 238 Towing 246 Trailer towing 246 Wrecker towing 250 Recreational towing 251 Driving Hints 253 Economical driving 253 Driving through water 254 Floor mats 255 Table of Contents 5 2015 Tauru...

Страница 7: ...hart 271 Maintenance 280 General information 280 Opening and closing the hood 281 Under hood overview 282 Engine oil dipstick 286 Engine oil check 286 Engine coolant check 287 Automatic transmission fluid check 293 Brake fluid check 297 Fuel filter 298 Washer fluid check 298 Battery 298 Checking the wiper blades 301 Air filter s 302 Adjusting the headlamps 304 Changing a bulb 305 Bulb specificatio...

Страница 8: ...316 Vehicle storage 317 Wheels and Tires 320 Tire care 320 Using summer tires 335 Using snow chains 336 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS 337 Changing a road wheel 341 Temporary mobility kit 348 Technical specifications 358 Wheel lug nut torque 358 Capacities and Specifications 359 Part numbers 366 Vehicle identification number 366 Vehicle certification label 367 Transmission code designation 3...

Страница 9: ...d Maintenance 546 Normal scheduled maintenance and log 551 Index 563 The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print In the interest of continuous development we reserve the right to change specifications design or equipment at any time without notice or obligation No part of this publication may be reproduced transmitted stored in a retrieval system or tran...

Страница 10: ...illustrations in this manual may show features as used in different models so may appear different to you on your vehicle Note Always use and operate your vehicle in line with all applicable laws and regulations Note Pass on this manual when selling your vehicle It is an integral part of the vehicle This manual may qualify the location of a component as left hand side or right hand side The side i...

Страница 11: ...attery acid Brake fluid non petroleum base Brake system Cabin air filter Check fuel cap Child Safety Door Lock and Unlock Child seat lower anchor Child seat tether anchor Cruise control Do not open when hot Engine air filter Engine coolant Engine coolant temperature Engine oil Explosive gas Fan warning Fasten safety belt Front airbag Front fog lamps 10 Introduction 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd ...

Страница 12: ...hting control Low tire pressure warning Maintain correct fluid level Panic alarm Parking aid system Parking brake system Power steering fluid Power windows front and rear Power window lockout Service engine soon Side airbag Stability control Windshield defrost and demist Windshield washer and wiper Introduction 11 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 13: ...tronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized service facilities and that the diagnostic information may be used for any purpose See the SYNC chapter for more information Event Data Recording This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder EDR The main purpose of an EDR is to record in certain crash or near crash like situations such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle t...

Страница 14: ... its features please note the following Once 911 Assist if equipped is enabled set ON 911 Assist may through any paired and connected cell phone disclose to emergency services that the vehicle has been in a crash involving the deployment of an airbag or in certain vehicles the activation of the fuel pump shut off Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist may also be capable of being used to electr...

Страница 15: ...nvenience we offer a number of ways to contact us as well as help manage your account Phone 1 800 727 7000 For more information regarding Ford Credit as well as access to Account Manager please go to www fordcredit com REPLACEMENT PARTS RECOMMENDATION Your vehicle has been built to the highest standards using quality parts We recommend that you demand the use of genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts w...

Страница 16: ...t of the failure of non Ford parts may not be covered by the Ford Warranty For additional information see the terms and conditions of the Ford Warranty SPECIAL NOTICES New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle s New Vehicle Limited Warranty see the warranty information that is provided to you along with your owner s manual Sp...

Страница 17: ...e operation of your vehicle We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving and encourage the use of voice operated systems when possible Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving EXPORT UNIQUE NON UNITED STATES CANADA VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION For your particular global region your vehicle may be equipped ...

Страница 18: ...y installed in your vehicle To locate a child seat fitting station and CPST contact the NHTSA toll free at 1 888 327 4236 or on the internet at http www nhtsa dot gov In Canada check with your local St John Ambulance office for referral to a CPST or for further information contact your provincial ministry of transportation or locate your local St John Ambulance office by searching for St John Ambu...

Страница 19: ...5 kg if recommended by child restraint manufacturer Use a vehicle safety belt having the lap belt snug and low across the hips shoulder belt centered across the shoulder and chest and seat back upright You are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and toddlers in the United States and Canada Many states and provinces require that small children use approved booster seats until t...

Страница 20: ...restraint manufacturer s instructions and warnings provided for installation and use in conjunction with the instructions and warnings provided by your vehicle manufacturer A safety seat that is improperly installed or utilized is inappropriate for your child s height age or weight or does not properly fit the child may increase the risk of serious injury or death WARNING Never let a passenger hol...

Страница 21: ...icated below by X LATCH lower anchors and top tether anchor LATCH lower anchors only Safety belt and top tether anchor Safety belt and LATCH lower anchors and top tether anchor Safety belt only Rear facing child seat Up to 65 lb 29 5 kg X X Rear facing child seat Over 65 lb 29 5 kg X Forward facing child seat Up to 65 lb 29 5 kg X X X Forward facing child seat Over 65 lb 29 5 kg X X Note The child...

Страница 22: ...hild restraint manufacturer Many state and provincial laws require that children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight 8 a height of 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall or 80 pounds 36 kilograms Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions when the child is seated without a booster seat Can the child sit all the way back against their vehicle seat wi...

Страница 23: ...ears above the top of the seat In this case move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seatback or head restraint and lap and shoulder belts or consider using a high back booster seat High back booster seats 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 22 Chil...

Страница 24: ...close to the neck and a shoulder belt that could slip off the shoulder The drawings also show how the lap belt should be low and snug across the child s hips If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat upon which it is being used placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster...

Страница 25: ...eat move the seat upon which the child seat is installed all the way back WARNING Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible WARNING Depending on where you secure a child restraint and depending on the child restraint design you may block access to certain safety belt buckle assemblies or LATCH lower anc...

Страница 26: ... upon which the child seat will be installed in the upright position Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode See Step 5 This vehicle does not require the use of a locking clip Perform the following steps when installing the child seat with combination lap and shoulder belts Note Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat the steps are the same for installing a rea...

Страница 27: ...ic locking mode grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is pulled out Note The automatic locking mode is available on the front passenger and rear seats This vehicle does not require the use of a locking clip 6 Allow the belt to retract to remove slack The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode 7 Try to pull the belt ou...

Страница 28: ...ch the tether strap if the child seat is equipped See Using Tether Straps later in this chapter 10 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 and back There should be no more than 1 inch 2 5 centimeters of movement for proper...

Страница 29: ...wo lower anchors located where seat back and seat cushion meet called the seat bight and one top tether anchor located behind that seating position LATCH compatible child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to the two lower anchors at the LATCH equipped seating positions in your vehicle This type of attachment method eliminates the need to use safety belts to at...

Страница 30: ...ng position If two child safety seats are installed using the LATCH lower anchors they must be placed in the outboard seating positions only If three child safety seats are installed you can install two using the LATCH lower anchors by placing them in each outboard seating position and the third in the center using the lap and shoulder belt OR you can use the LATCH lower anchors for the center chi...

Страница 31: ...en installed using either the safety belt the lower anchors of the LATCH system or both you can attach the top tether strap The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions shown from top view Perform the following steps to install a child safety seat with tether anchors Note If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments do not tighten the tether strap enough to l...

Страница 32: ...ip the tether strap to the anchor as shown 5 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions If your child restraint system is equipped with a tether strap and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use Ford also recommends its use Child Safety 31 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 33: ...n these locks are set the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside Insert the key and turn to the lock position key horizontal to engage the childproof locks Insert the key and turn to the unlock position key vertical to disengage the childproof locks 32 Child Safety 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 34: ... the hips WARNING To reduce the risk of injury make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained WARNING All occupants of your vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an airbag supplemental restraint system is provided Failure to properly wear your safety belt could seriously increase the risk of injury or death WARNING In a rollover crash a...

Страница 35: ...ic locking mode except driver safety belt Height adjuster at the front outboard seating positions Safety belt pretensioner at the front outboard seating positions Belt tension sensor at the front outboard passenger seating position Safety belt warning light and chime See Safety belt warning light and indicator chime later in this chapter Crash sensors and monitoring system with readiness indicator...

Страница 36: ...ckle 2 To unfasten press the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle Using Safety Belts During Pregnancy WARNING Always ride and drive with your seatback upright and the safety belt properly fastened The lap portion of the safety belt should fit snug and be positioned low across the hips The shoulder portion of the safety belt should be positioned across the chest Pregnant women shoul...

Страница 37: ...y an authorized dealer Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in crashes All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts The driver safety belt has the first type of locking mode The front outboard passenger and rear seat safety belts have both types of locking modes described as follows Vehicle Sensitive Mode This is the no...

Страница 38: ...cts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode Unbuckle the combination lap and shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode Safety Belt Extension Assembly WARNING Do not use extensions to change th...

Страница 39: ...AND INDICATOR CHIME This lamp illuminates and an audible warning will sound if the driver s safety belt has not been fastened when the vehicle s ignition is turned on Conditions of Operation If Then The driver 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...

Страница 40: ...le your safety belts before you switch the ignition on or less than 1 2 minutes elapse after you switch the ignition on The Belt Minder feature will not activate You or the front seat passenger do not buckle your safety belts before your vehicle reaches at least 6 mph 9 7 km h and 1 2 minutes elapse after you switch the ignition The Belt Minder feature activates the safety belt warning light illum...

Страница 41: ...l be re enabled during the use of MyKey See the MyKey chapter Before following the procedure make sure that The parking brake is set The transmission is in park P The ignition is off The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled 1 Switch the ignition on Do not start the engine 2 Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off about one minute 3 Wait 10 seconds after the safety belt ...

Страница 42: ...attaching hardware should be inspected after a crash Read the child restraint manufacturer s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a crash be replaced However if the crash was minor and an authorized dealer finds that the belts do not show damage...

Страница 43: ...f and on indicator lamp Front crash severity sensors Restraints control module with impact and safing sensors Restraint system warning light and backup tone The electrical wiring for the airbags crash sensor s safety belt pretensioners front safety belt usage sensors driver seat position sensor front passenger sensing system and indicator lights How Does the Personal Safety System Work The Persona...

Страница 44: ...rm fractures or other injuries WARNING 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 upon which the child seat is installed all the way back WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses as you...

Страница 45: ...loying airbag may also cause abrasions or swelling Temporary hearing loss is also a possibility as a result of the noise associated with a deploying airbag Because airbags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force there is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures facial and eye injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are othe...

Страница 46: ...acing child seat in front of an active airbag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat upon which the child seat is installed all the way back The driver and front passenger airbags will deploy during significant frontal and near frontal crashes The driver and passenger front airbag system consists of Driver and passenger airbag modules Front passenger sensing sy...

Страница 47: ...nded on the floor Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event For example if an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased Children and Airbags WARNING Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat Never place a rear facing child seat in front o...

Страница 48: ...hang objects off seat back if a child is in the front passenger seat Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between the seat and the center console Check the passenger airbag off for proper airbag status Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the passenger seat sensing system WARNING Any alteration or modification to the front passenger seat may affect the per...

Страница 49: ... the OFF lamp and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is disabled If the child restraint has been installed and the passenger airbag status indicator illuminates the ON lamp then turn the vehicle off remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the restraint following the child restraint manufacturer s instructions The front passenger sensing system is desig...

Страница 50: ... seated occupant sits upright leaning against the seat back and centered on the seat cushion with their feet comfortably extended on the floor Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event For example if an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased If...

Страница 51: ...e over Turn the vehicle off Driver and 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 two minutes and verify that the airbag readiness light in the instrument cluster is no longer illuminated If the airbag readiness light in the instrument cluster remains...

Страница 52: ...the airbag its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag as you could be seriously injured or killed Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible WARNING 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...

Страница 53: ...ing Group These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags SAFETY CANOPY CURTAIN AIRBAGS WARNING Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the headliner at the siderail that may come into contact with a deploying curtain airbag Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a cras...

Страница 54: ...de crashes or when a certain likelihood of a rollover event is detected by the rollover sensor The Safety Canopy is mounted to the roof side rail sheet metal behind the headliner above each row of seats In certain sideways crashes or rollover events the Safety Canopy will be activated regardless of which seats are occupied The Safety Canopy is designed to inflate between the side window area and o...

Страница 55: ...crash and occupant sensors which provide information to the restraints control module The restraints control module deploys activates the front safety belt pretensioners driver airbag passenger airbag seat mounted side airbags and the Safety Canopy Based on the type of accident frontal impact side impact or rollover the restraints control module will deploy the appropriate safety devices The restr...

Страница 56: ...t appropriate to activate these safety devices The design of the front airbags is to activate only in frontal and near frontal crashes not rollovers side impacts or rear impacts unless the crash causes sufficient frontal deceleration The design of the safety belt pretensioners is to activate in frontal near frontal and side crashes and in rollovers The design of the side airbags is to inflate in c...

Страница 57: ...ther short distance radio transmissions for example amateur radios medical equipment wireless headphones remote controls and alarm systems If the frequencies are jammed you will not be able to use your remote control You can lock and unlock the doors with the key Note Make sure your vehicle is locked before leaving it unattended Note If you are in range the remote control will operate if you press...

Страница 58: ...future reference Intelligent Access Key If Equipped Your intelligent access keys operate the power locks and the remote start system The key must be in your vehicle to activate the push button start system The intelligent access key also contains a removable mechanical key blade that you can use to unlock the driver door Slide the release on the back of the transmitter to release the key blade and...

Страница 59: ...type three volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent Integrated Keyhead Transmitter 1 Twist a thin coin in the slot near the key ring to remove the battery cover 1 2 Carefully peel up the rubber gasket 2 from the transmitter if it does not come off with the battery cover 3 Remove the old battery 3 4 Insert the new battery Refer to the instructions inside the integrated keyhead transmitter for the ...

Страница 60: ...kup key Memory Feature If Equipped This feature allows you to recall the driver seat power mirrors and adjustable pedals if equipped memory positions Press the unlock button on the remote control or activate intelligent access if equipped to recall memory The mirrors and pedals if equipped will move to the memory position and the seat and steering column if equipped will move to the easy entry pos...

Страница 61: ...f desired Deactivating Memory from the Remote Control To deactivate this feature 1 Press and hold either the 1 or 2 memory button for five seconds A tone will sound in about two seconds Continue to hold until you hear a second tone 2 Within three seconds press the unlock button on the remote control 3 Repeat this procedure for each additional remote control if desired Car Finder Press the button t...

Страница 62: ... with automatic climate control can be configured to operate when the vehicle is remote started See the Climate Control chapter for more information A manual climate control system will run at the setting it was set to when your vehicle was last turned off Many states and provinces have restrictions for the use of remote start Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements...

Страница 63: ...transmitter you must switch the ignition on before driving your vehicle If you remote start your vehicle with an intelligent access transmitter you must have a programmed intelligent access key inside your vehicle and press the START STOP button on the instrument panel once while applying the brake pedal before driving your vehicle The power windows will not work during the remote start and the ra...

Страница 64: ... Vehicle Off After Remote Starting Press the button once The parking lamps will turn off You may have to be closer to your vehicle than when starting due to ground reflection and the added noise of the running vehicle You can disable or enable the remote start system through the information display See the Information Display chapter REPLACING A LOST KEY OR REMOTE CONTROL You can purchase replacem...

Страница 65: ...nfigurable Settings The following settings cannot be changed by an admin key user Belt Minder You cannot disable this feature The audio system will mute when the front seat occupants safety belts are not fastened Early low fuel warning The low fuel warning is activated earlier giving the MyKey user more time to refuel Driver assist features if equipped on your vehicle are forced on parking aid bli...

Страница 66: ...e Starting and Stopping the Engine 2 Switch the ignition on 3 Access the main menu on the information display controls and select Settings then MyKey by pressing OK or the button 4 Press OK or the button to select Create MyKey 5 When prompted hold the OK button until you see a message informing you to label this key as a MyKey The key will be restricted at the next start MyKey is successfully crea...

Страница 67: ...r All and press the OK button 3 Hold the OK button until ALL MYKEYS CLEARED displays CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM STATUS You can find information about your programmed MyKeys by using the information display MYKEY DISTANCE Tracks the distance when drivers use a MyKey The only way to delete the accumulated distance is by using an admin key to clear your MyKey If the distance does not accumulate as expecte...

Страница 68: ...ck passive anti theft system is disabled or in unlimited mode I cannot program the configurable settings The key or fob used to start the vehicle does not have admin privileges No MyKeys are created See Creating a MyKey I cannot clear the MyKeys The key or fob used to start the vehicle does not have admin privileges No MyKeys are created Refer to Creating a MyKey I lost the only admin key Purchase...

Страница 69: ...n three seconds to unlock all doors The turn signals will flash Press and hold both the lock and unlock buttons on the remote control for four seconds to disable or enable two stage unlocking Disabling two stage unlocking allows all vehicle doors to unlock with one press of the button The turn signals will flash twice to indicate a change to the unlocking mode The unlocking mode applies to the rem...

Страница 70: ...se objects to fall out or block your view Activating Intelligent Access If Equipped You must have the intelligent access key within 3 feet 1 meter of your vehicle At the Front Doors Pull a front exterior door handle to unlock and open the door The unlock sensor is on the back of the handle Make sure not to touch the lock sensor area on the front of the handle Press and hold the lock sensor area fo...

Страница 71: ... access key inside your vehicle s passenger compartment or rear cargo area When you lock your vehicle using the driver or passenger power door lock control with the door open transmission in P and ignition off after you close the door your vehicle will search for an intelligent access key in the passenger compartment If your vehicle finds a key all of the doors will immediately unlock and the horn...

Страница 72: ... your vehicle has then come to a stop and the ignition is switched off or to accessory and the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being switched off or to accessory Note The doors will not autounlock if you electronically lock the vehicle after you switch the ignition off and before you open the driver door Enabling or Disabling Note You can enable or disable the autolock and ...

Страница 73: ...transmitter only you press the START STOP button intelligent access key only Battery Saver If you leave the courtesy lamps dome lamps or headlamps on the battery saver shuts them off 10 minutes after you switch the ignition off Accessory Mode Battery Saver for Intelligent Access Keys If Equipped If you leave your vehicle in the run ignition state it will shut off once it detects a certain amount o...

Страница 74: ...try Code To create your own personal entry code 1 Enter the factory set code 2 Press the 1 2 on the keypad within five seconds 3 Enter your personal 5 digit code You must enter each number within five seconds of each other 4 For memory recall feature enter the sixth digit 1 2 to store driver 1 settings or 3 4 to store driver 2 settings Note Pressing 5 6 7 8 or 9 0 keypad numbers as a sixth digit w...

Страница 75: ...utton presses This mode disables the keypad for one minute and the keypad lamp will flash The anti scan feature will turn off after one minute of keypad inactivity pressing the unlock button on the remote control switching the ignition on unlocking the vehicle using intelligent access Unlocking and Locking the Doors To unlock the driver door Enter the factory set 5 digit code or your personal code...

Страница 76: ...ace the second programmed key into the ignition The factory set code will briefly appear in the message center TRUNK RELEASE From Inside Your Vehicle Press the button located on the instrument panel Vehicles with Intelligent Access 1 Unlock the trunk with the remote control or power door lock control The trunk unlocks when you press the release button if the intelligent access transmitter is withi...

Страница 77: ... serious heat related injuries including brain damage Small children are particularly at risk Your vehicle is equipped with a release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults if they become locked inside the luggage compartment Adults should familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle The handle is located inside the luggage compartment either...

Страница 78: ...ay appear in the information display Automatic Arming Your vehicle arms immediately after you switch the ignition off Automatic Disarming Your vehicle disarms when you switch the ignition on with a coded key Replacement Keys Note Your vehicle comes with two integrated keyhead transmitters or two intelligent access keys The integrated keyhead transmitter functions as a programmed ignition key that ...

Страница 79: ...ition 4 After three seconds but within 10 seconds of turning the ignition off insert the second previously coded key into the ignition 5 Turn the ignition from off to on Keep the ignition on for at least three seconds but no more than 10 seconds 6 Turn the ignition off and remove the second previously programmed coded key from the ignition 7 After three seconds but within 20 seconds of turning the...

Страница 80: ...ce Read and understand the entire procedure before you begin 1 Place the new unprogrammed intelligent access key in the pocket inside of the center console with the buttons facing out and with key ring up 2 Press the driver or passenger power door unlock control three times 3 Press and release the brake pedal one time 4 Press the driver or passenger power door lock control three times 5 Press and ...

Страница 81: ...d mode It will become fully armed in 20 seconds Disarming the Alarm To disarm the alarm do any of the following Press the power door unlock button within the 20 second pre armed mode Press the unlock button on the remote control Unlock the doors with the keyless entry pad Enter the vehicle using intelligent access if equipped Turn the ignition on with a valid key if equipped with an integrated key...

Страница 82: ...e Make sure that you are sitting in the correct position See Sitting in the Correct Position in the Seats chapter 1 Unlock the steering column 2 Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position 3 Lock the steering column Steering Wheel 81 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 83: ...it your vehicle The column will return to the previous setting when you switch on the ignition You can enable or disable this feature in the information display See General Information in the Information Displays chapter Memory Feature You can save and recall the steering column position with the memory function Refer to the Seats chapter Pressing the adjustment control during memory recall cancel...

Страница 84: ...nds 5 Repeat for each direction if necessary You have reset the end of travel position AUDIO CONTROL SEEK Press to select the next or previous stored preset or track Press and hold to select the next or previous frequency or seek through a track MEDIA Press repeatedly to scroll through available audio modes MUTE Press to silence the radio VOL Volume Press to increase or decrease the volume VOICE C...

Страница 85: ...ise Control chapter for information on this feature INFORMATION DISPLAY CONTROL See the Information Displays chapter for more information SET RES CNCL ON OFF GAP 84 Steering Wheel 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 86: ...Ford system in the Audio Systems chapter MyFord Touch Use this control to adjust the right side of the cluster display Navigate through the screen and press OK to select See the MyFord Touch chapter HEATED STEERING WHEEL IF EQUIPPED See the MyFord Touch chapter Steering Wheel 85 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 87: ...n the left side of the steering column Press and hold the appropriate control to move the pedals A Farther B Closer The pedal positions are saved and recalled with the memory feature if equipped Refer to the Seats chapter The pedals should only be adjusted when the vehicle is parked A B 86 Pedals 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 88: ...ers RAIN SENSING WIPERS IF EQUIPPED Note Wet road conditions may result in inconsistent or unexpected wiping or smearing Lower the sensitivity switch to normal or high speed wiping or turn the wipers off to reduce smearing Note Turn off the wipers before entering a car wash Use the rotary control to adjust the sensitivity to one of the interval moisture settings The wipers will not cycle until moi...

Страница 89: ...mp to overheat Press the end of the stalk to activate the washer A brief press causes a single wipe without washer fluid A quick press and hold causes the wipers to swipe three times with washer fluid A long press and hold will activate the wipers and washer fluid for up to 10 seconds A wipe will occur a few seconds after washing to clear any remaining washer fluid You can switch this feature on a...

Страница 90: ...igh Beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate Push the lever toward the instrument panel again or pull the lever towards you to deactivate Headlamp Flasher Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate Lighting 89 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 91: ... off Use the information display controls to adjust the period of time that the headlamps remain on Note If your vehicle is equipped with autolamps it will have the windshield wiper activated headlamps The windshield wiper activated headlamps turn on within 10 seconds when you switch the windshield wipers on and the lighting control switch is in the autolamps position They will turn off approximat...

Страница 92: ... within 10 seconds 1 Turn the ignition off 2 Turn the lighting control to the autolamp position 3 Turn the lighting control to the off position 4 Turn the ignition on 5 Turn the ignition off 6 Turn the lighting control to the autolamp position The headlamps and parking lamps will turn on 7 Turn the lighting control to the off position when the desired delay time has been reached The headlamps and ...

Страница 93: ...omatic control of the high beams is not functioning properly check the windshield in front of the camera for blockage A clear view of the road is required for proper system operation Any windshield damage in the area of the camera field of view should be repaired Note If a blockage is detected e g bird dropping bug splatter snow or ice and no changes are observed the system will go into low beam m...

Страница 94: ...h 52 km h Severe weather is not detected The high beams will switch off if An approaching vehicle s headlights or a preceding vehicle s tail lamps are detected The vehicle speed falls below 27 mph 44 km h The ambient light level is high enough that high beams are not needed Severe rain snow or fog is detected The camera is blocked Activating the system Switch the system on within the information d...

Страница 95: ...menu or turn the lighting control switch from autolamps to headlamps DIRECTION INDICATORS To operate the left direction indicator push the lever down until it stops To operate the right direction indicator push the lever up until it stops Note Tap the lever up or down to make the direction indicators flash only three times to indicate a lane change 94 Lighting 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Print...

Страница 96: ...ls are pressed and the ignition is off Rear dome reading lamps Your vehicle may have reading lamps within the rear dome lamp s Press the switches on either side of the dome lamp to turn on the reading lamps The direction of the reading lamps can be adjusted by pressing on the sides of the reading lamps The dome reading lamps will light when any door is opened the remote entry controls are pressed ...

Страница 97: ...roximately 2 3 inches 5 8 centimeters One Touch Up or Down This feature automatically open or closes the driver s window and passenger s window if equipped with this feature Press or lift the switch completely and release The window will fully open or close Press or lift it again to stop the window Global Opening If Equipped Note The ignition must be off and the accessory delay feature must be not...

Страница 98: ...r damage to your vehicle Pull up the window switch and hold within two seconds of the window reaching the bounce back position The window travels up with no bounce back protection The window stops if you release the switch before the window is fully closed Window Lock Press the control to lock or unlock the rear window controls Accessory Delay You can use the window switches for several minutes af...

Страница 99: ... the mirror toward the door window glass Make sure that you fully engage the mirror in its support when returning it to its original position Heated Exterior Mirror If Equipped The heated exterior mirrors switch on with the heated rear window See Heated Windows and Mirrors in the Climate Control chapter Memory Mirrors If Equipped You can save and recall the mirror positions through the memory func...

Страница 100: ...oulder to verify traffic is clear and carefully change lanes The image of the approaching vehicle is small and near the inboard edge of the main mirror when it is at a distance The image becomes larger and begins to move outboard across the main mirror as the vehicle approaches A The image will transition from the main mirror and begin to appear in the blind spot mirror as the vehicle approaches B...

Страница 101: ...nsors on the front and back of the mirror Mirror performance may be affected A rear center passenger or raised rear center head restraint may also block light from reaching the sensor The mirror will dim automatically to reduce glare when bright lights are detected from behind your vehicle It will automatically return to normal reflection when you select reverse gear to make sure you have a clear ...

Страница 102: ...rol to move the sunshade up or down Note Do not try to manually move the sunshade The sunshade has a one touch down feature Press and release the control to move the sunshade down To stop motion during one touch operation press the control a second time The sunshade automatically retracts when you move the gearshift lever to position R Windows and Mirrors 101 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printi...

Страница 103: ...To stop its motion during one touch operation press the control a second time Opening and Closing the Moonroof Press and release the SLIDE control to open the moonroof Pull and release the SLIDE control to close the moonroof Bounce Back The moonroof automatically stops closing and reverses if it detects an obstacle while closing Pull and hold the SLIDE control within two seconds of a bounce back e...

Страница 104: ...ard measure metric clusters similar A Tachometer B Information display See Information displays for more information C Speedometer D Fuel gauge A D C B Instrument Cluster 103 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 105: ... the needle to reach F after leaving the gas station This is normal and depends upon the slope of pavement at the gas station The fuel amount dispensed into the tank is a little less or more than the gauge indicated This is normal and depends upon the slope of pavement at the gas station If the gas station nozzle shuts off before the tank is full try a different gas pump nozzle Low Fuel Reminder A...

Страница 106: ...serious enough to cause expensive repairs Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure they work If any light remains on after starting the vehicle refer to the respective system warning light for additional information Note Some warning indicators are reconfigurable telltales RTT These indicators appear in the information display and function the same as a warning light bu...

Страница 107: ... the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash a malfunction has been detected Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated Brake system warning light To confirm the brake system warning light is functional it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the on position when the engine...

Страница 108: ...with the electrical system or a related component Door ajar RTT Displays when the ignition is on and any door is not completely closed Engine oil pressure RTT Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range Engine coolant temperature RTT Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high Stop the vehicle as soon as possible switch off the engine and let cool Grade assist if equ...

Страница 109: ... working If the light does not turn on or begins to flash contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Low washer fluid RTT Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low Park lamps Illuminates when the park lamps are on Powertrain malfunction reduced power RTT Illuminates when a powertrain or an AWD fault has been detected Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Safety belt ...

Страница 110: ... blinking engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter Drive in a moderate fashion avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer WARNING Under engine misfire conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter the fuel system interior floor coverings or other vehicle components po...

Страница 111: ...and the driver s door is opened Keyless Warning Alert If Equipped Sounds the horn twice when you exit your vehicle with the intelligent access key after the last door is closed and your keyless vehicle is in RUN indicating your vehicle is still on Headlamps On Warning Chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on the ignition is off the key is not in the ignition and the driver s door is...

Страница 112: ...ile driving Various systems on your vehicle can be controlled using the information display controls on the steering wheel Corresponding information is displayed in the information display Information Display Controls Type 1 Press the up and down arrow buttons to scroll through and highlight the options within a menu Press the right arrow button to enter a sub menu Press the left arrow button to e...

Страница 113: ...Odometer located in lower line of display Note this will also display in other menus See Trip and fuel economy computer later in this section for more information Information MyKey Dist if key is programmed Distance traveled when a programmed key is in use MyKey Info Number of MyKeys and admin keys programmed Coolant Temp The engine coolant indicator will change colors indicating blue for cool gra...

Страница 114: ...g a MyKey Warning not selectable if using a MyKey Cross Traffic check enabled default uncheck disabled Cruise Control Adaptive or Normal Rear Park Aid check enabled default uncheck dis abled Display Language Select your applicable language Units Distance Miles Gal or km L or L 100km Temperature Fahrenheit F or Celsius C Information Displays 113 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 201...

Страница 115: ...ors or Driver First Oil life Reset Set XXX Hold OK to Reset Remote Start Climate Control Auto or Last Set ting Seats and Wheel or Front Seats Automatic or Off Duration 5 10 or 15 min utes System check enabled default uncheck disabled Tire Mobility Kit 1 year check enabled uncheck dis abled 2 years check enabled uncheck dis abled 3 years check enabled uncheck dis abled 4 years check enabled uncheck...

Страница 116: ...e total accumulated distance for the lifetime of the vehicle This value cannot be reset Trip Odometer Registers the distance of individual journeys Trip Timer Registers the total time of a trip Fuel Used Shows the amount of fuel used for a given trip Distance to E Indicates the approximate distance the vehicle will travel on the fuel remaining in the tank Changes in driving pattern may cause the v...

Страница 117: ...a setting messages Main menu From the main menu bar on the left side of the information display you can choose from the following categories Display Mode Trip 1 2 Fuel Economy Driver Assist Settings Scroll up down to highlight one of the categories then press the right arrow key or OK to enter into that category Press the left arrow key as needed to exit back to the main menu 116 Information Displ...

Страница 118: ... tank The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade When the fuel level becomes low the level indicator will change to amber When the fuel level becomes critically low the level indicator will change to red Note When a MyKey is in use low fuel warnings will display earlier The fuel icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located Bar...

Страница 119: ...ance shows the accumulated trip distance Elapsed trip time timer stops when the vehicle is turned off and restarts when the vehicle is restarted Average fuel economy shows the average fuel economy for a given trip Estimated amount of fuel consumed shows the amount of fuel used for a given trip Elapsed trip time timer stops when the vehicle is turned off and restarts when the vehicle is restarted 1...

Страница 120: ...tory Driver Assist In this mode you can configure different driver setting choices Note Some items are optional and may not appear Driver Assist Traction Ctrl check enabled default uncheck disabled Blindspot check enabled default uncheck disabled Collision Warn Sensitivity High Normal Low Cross Traffic check enabled default uncheck disabled Cruise Control Adaptive or Normal Driver Alert Driver Ale...

Страница 121: ...rs Driver s door Oil Life Reset Set to XXX Hold OK to Reset Remote Start Climate Control using this feature allows you to select different climate control modes when the vehicle is started using the remote start feature Auto Last Setting Seats Wheel or Front Seats Auto Off Duration 5 10 15 minutes System check enabled default uncheck disabled Windows Remote Open or Close Wipers Courtesy Wipe check...

Страница 122: ...ff Volume Limiter On Off Do Not Disturb Always On User Selectable MyKey Report On Off Clear MyKeys Hold OK to Clear All MyKeys Some MyKey items will only appear if a MyKey is set Settings cont d Display Distance Miles Gal km L L 100km Gauge Display Fuel Gauge Fuel Tach Language Select your applicable language Hold OK to Set Temperature Fahrenheit F Celsius C Information Displays 121 2015 Taurus Ow...

Страница 123: ...Malfunction Displayed when a radar malfunction is preventing the ACC from engaging Adaptive Cruise Not Available Displayed when conditions exist such that the adaptive cruise cannot function properly Adaptive Cruise Not Available Sensor Blocked Displayed when the radar is blocked because of poor radar visibility due to bad weather or ice mud water in front of radar Driver can typically clean the s...

Страница 124: ...lays when the engine is getting ready to shut off You can press OK on the left steering wheel button to override the shut down AWD Messages Action Description AWD Off Displayed when the AWD system has been automatically disabled to protect itself This is caused by operating the vehicle with the compact spare tire installed or if the system is overheating The AWD system will resume normal function ...

Страница 125: ...ble 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 charg...

Страница 126: ...as occurred Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Vehicle Coming From X Displayed when the blind spot information system with cross traffic alert CTA system is operating and senses a vehicle Brake System Messages Action Description Brake Fluid Level LOW Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately Check Brake System Displayed when the bra...

Страница 127: ... sensor to resolve Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Collision Warning Malfunction Displayed when there is a system malfunction with the collision warning system The system will be disabled Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Door Messages Action Description X Door Ajar Displayed when a door is not completely closed Trunk Ajar Displayed when the trunk is not complet...

Страница 128: ...during spare key programming when the maximum number of keys have been programmed Press Brake to Start Displayed when the start stop button is pressed without the brake pedal being applied This is a reminder that the brake pedal must be applied when the start stop button is pressed in order to start the engine Restart Now or Key is Needed Displayed when the start stop button is pressed to shut off...

Страница 129: ... hands on the steering wheel Maintenance Messages Action Description LOW Engine Oil Pressure Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible turn off the engine Check the oil level If the warning stays on or continues to come on with your engine running contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Change Engine Oil Soon Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 10 or less Oil Change Requir...

Страница 130: ...ar Vehicle Top Speed Displayed when a MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is near the selected top speed Check Speed Drive Safely Displayed when a MyKey is in use and the optional setting is on and the vehicle exceeds a preselected speed Buckle Up to Unmute Audio Displayed when a MyKey is in use and Belt Minder is activated Could Not Program Integrated Key Display...

Страница 131: ...n Displays when the driver s door is opened the vehicle is on park and the engine is on Tire Messages Action Description LOW Tire Pressure Displays when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure Tire Pressure Monitor Fault Displays when the tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning If the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer Tire Pressure S...

Страница 132: ...he vehicle D A C Press the button to turn air conditioning compressor on or off Use air conditioning with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency E Recirculated air Press the button to switch between outside air and recirculated air When you select recirculated air the air currently in the passenger compartment recirculates This may reduce the time needed to cool the interio...

Страница 133: ...CONTROL Note You can switch temperature units between Fahrenheit and Celsius See Menu features in the MyFord Touch or MyLincoln Touch chapter A Power Driver temperature control Press the button to turn the system on and off Switching off the climate control system prevents outside air from entering the vehicle Turn to increase or decrease the air temperature for the driver side of the vehicle This...

Страница 134: ...uce the risk of fogging F PASS TEMP Press and turn to increase or decrease the air temperature on the passenger side of the vehicle This turns on dual zone mode G MAX A C Press the button to maximize cooling Recirculated air flows through the instrument panel vents air conditioning automatically turns on and the fan automatically adjusts to the highest speed H Fan speed control Press or to increas...

Страница 135: ...UTO Press the button to turn on automatic operation Select the desired temperature using the temperature control The system adjusts fan speed air distribution air conditioning operation and selects outside air or recirculated air to heat or cool the vehicle in order to maintain the desired temperature You can also use the AUTO button to turn off dual zone operation by pressing and holding the butt...

Страница 136: ...prevented from turning on in all airflow modes except MAX A C to reduce risk of fogging H DUAL Press the button to allow the passenger to set their temperature independent of the driver temperature I Fan speed control Press or to increase or decrease the volume of air circulated in the vehicle J Driver temperature control Press or to increase or decrease the air temperature for the driver side of ...

Страница 137: ...ize cooling Recirculated air flows through the instrument panel vents air conditioning automatically turns on and the fan automatically adjusts to the highest speed F A C Press the button to turn air conditioning compressor on or off Use air conditioning with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency G AUTO Press the button to turn on automatic operation Select the desired tem...

Страница 138: ...g humid weather adjust the air distribution control to the windshield air vents position Automatic Climate Control Note Adjusting the settings when your vehicle interior is extremely hot or cold is not necessary The system automatically adjusts to heat or cool the cabin to your selected temperature as quickly as possible For the system to function efficiently the instrument panel and side air vent...

Страница 139: ...e control 1 Adjust the fan speed to the center setting Press the AUTO button 2 Adjust the temperature control to the midway point of the hot settings Adjust the temperature control to the desired setting Use 72 F 22 C as a starting point then adjust the setting as necessary 3 Select the footwell air vents using the air distribution buttons Cooling the Interior Quickly Vehicles with manual climate ...

Страница 140: ...mate control Vehicles with automatic climate control 1 Select the instrument panel and footwell air vents positions through the air distribution control Press the defrost button 2 Press the A C button Adjust the temperature control to the desired setting Use 72 F 22 C as a starting point then adjust the setting as necessary 3 Adjust the temperature control to the desired setting Direct the instrum...

Страница 141: ...he heated rear window CABIN AIR FILTER Note Make sure you have a cabin air filter installed at all times This prevents foreign objects from entering the system Running the system without a filter in place could result in degradation or damage to the system Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter which is located just in front of the windshield under the cowl grille on the passenger side o...

Страница 142: ...stem is set to MAX A C In moderate weather the system either heats or cools based on previous settings The rear defroster and heated mirrors are not automatically turned on In cold weather maximum heat is provided in floor defrost mode The rear defroster and heated mirrors are automatically turned on Automatic Settings In hot weather the system is set to 72 F 22 C The cooled seats are set to high ...

Страница 143: ... stopping suddenly When you use them properly the seat head restraint safety belt and airbags will provide optimum protection in the event of a crash We recommend that you follow these guidelines Do not recline the seat back more than 30 degrees from vertical Sit in an upright position with the base of your spine as far back as possible Adjust the head restraint so that the top of it is level with...

Страница 144: ...r possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied An improperly adjusted head restraint may provide reduced protection to an occupant during certain rear impacts WARNING Install the head restraint properly to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash Note Before adjusting any head restraint adjust the seat back to an upright driving or riding position...

Страница 145: ... head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position and then press and hold both the adjust and release button C and the unlock and remove button D then pull up on the head restraint Reinstall Align the steel stems into the guide sleeves and push the head restraint down until it locks Rear seat non adjustable outboard head restraints The head restraints consist of A An energy absorbin...

Страница 146: ...g the top of the head restraint Once it is in its forward most position tilt it forward once more to release it to the upright position Note Do not attempt to force the head restraint backward after it is tilted Instead continue tilting it forward until the head restraint releases to the upright position MANUAL SEATS WARNING Do not adjust the driver seat or seatback while the vehicle is moving Thi...

Страница 147: ...s 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 dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or crash Recline adjustment Lumbar adjustment 146 Seats 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 148: ...ing position just short of the end of the seat track If the seat encounters an object while moving forward or backward a new stopping position will be set To reset the seat to its normal stopping position 1 After encountering the new stopping position press the power seat control again to override 2 Continue pressing the control until it reaches the end of the seat track 3 Continue pressing the co...

Страница 149: ...o cancel or press the lumbar control to cancel Seatback massage Press and release the rear portion of the massage button A Press again to cancel or press the lumbar control to cancel Lumbar selection Press either up or down on the lumbar control B to select the top middle or bottom part of the seatback Lumbar adjust Press and hold the front of the lumbar control B to increase the firmness of the s...

Страница 150: ...desired positions using the associated controls 3 Press and hold the desired preset button for about two seconds until you hear a single tone You can save up to two preset memory positions You can save a memory preset at any time Recalling a Memory Position Press and release the desired memory preset button to recall a saved memory position You can recall a programmed memory position In any gearsh...

Страница 151: ...r park P You switch the keyless ignition off or take the key out of the ignition switch Turn the Easy Entry Exit feature on or off through the information display settings menu See the Information Displays chapter HEATED SEATS IF EQUIPPED WARNING Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use exhaustion or ...

Страница 152: ...r physical conditions must exercise care when using the seat heater The seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion because this may cause the seat heater to overheat Do not puncture the seat with pins needles or other pointed objects because this may dama...

Страница 153: ...y more indicator lights If the engine falls below 350 RPM while the cooled seats are on the feature will turn itself off You will need to reactivate it Note When the heated or cooled front seat is active you will be able to hear the fan operating inside the seat This is normal Climate Controlled Seat Air Filter Replacement The climate controlled seat system includes air filters You must replace th...

Страница 154: ...ge of the filter and rotate up into the housing until it clips into position REAR SEATS Split folding Rear Seat WARNING 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 make sure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous ...

Страница 155: ... cause burns even at low temperatures especially if used for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion because this may cause the seat heater to overheat Do not puncture the seat with pins needles or other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element which may cause the seat heater to overheat An overheated seat m...

Страница 156: ...dicated side of the control for maximum heat Press again to turn off The indicator light will illuminate when the heated seats have been activated REAR SEAT ARMREST IF EQUIPPED WARNING Use only soft cups in the cupholder Hard objects can injure you in a crash To access the cup holders rotate the armrest forward To open the storage compartment if equipped pull up on the latch Seats 155 2015 Taurus ...

Страница 157: ...r replace any of the three devices after it has been initially programmed you must first erase the current settings See Erasing the function button codes later in this section The universal garage door opener replaces the common hand held garage door opener with a three button transmitter that is integrated into the driver s sun visor The system includes two primary features a garage door opener a...

Страница 158: ...ogramming is complete Press and release the programmed HomeLink button and then begin programming your garage door opener See below for Steps 5 7 If the indicator light flashes rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light the HomeLink button is not programmed yet Do the following Press and hold the HomeLink button while you press and release the hand held transmitter button every two...

Страница 159: ...ttons flash rapidly 2 When the indicator lights flash release the buttons The codes for all buttons are erased Reprogramming a single button To program a device to a previously trained button follow these steps 1 Press and hold the desired button Do NOT release the button 2 The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds Without releasing the button follow Step 1 in the Programming sectio...

Страница 160: ...indicator light on the sun visor will flash rapidly when the programming is successful Note the Genie transmitter will transmit for up to 30 seconds If HomeLink does not program within 30 seconds the Genie transmitter will need to be pressed again If the Genie transmitter LED displays green and red release the button until the LED turns off before pressing the button again Once HomeLink has been p...

Страница 161: ...e Clearing a HomeLink device To erase programming from the three HomeLink buttons press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons until the indicator light begins to flash The LED will begin flashing in 10 to 20 seconds at which time both buttons should be released Programming has now been erased and the LED should blink slowly to indicate the device is in train mode when any one of the three HomeLi...

Страница 162: ...e vehicle capacity of 12 volts DC 180 watts or a fuse may blow Note Do not use the power point for operating a cigarette lighter element Note Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Note Always keep the power point caps closed when not in use Run the engine for full capacity use of the power point To prevent the battery from being discharged Do not use the po...

Страница 163: ...level Available console features include A Cupholders B Utility compartment with audio input jack USB port SD card slot and power point C Rear power point rear heated seats control Some consoles have panel doors covering the cupholders and switches Press the doors to open them Some cupholders have a divider Pull up on the divider and move it in the slots to best fit the cup you are using 162 Stora...

Страница 164: ... The appearance of the overhead console will vary according to your option package Press near the rear edge of the door to open it Storage Compartments 163 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 165: ...checked by an authorized dealer immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes If you disconnect the battery your vehicle may exhibit some unusual driving characteristics for approximately 5 miles 8 kilometers after you connect it This is because the engine management system must realign itself with the engine You may disregard any unusual driving characteristics during this period The powert...

Страница 166: ...ors illuminate D Start Cranks the engine KEYLESS STARTING IF EQUIPPED Note The keyless starting system may not function if the key is close to metal objects or electronic devices such as cellular phones Note A valid key must be located inside your vehicle to switch the ignition on and start the engine Note When locking your vehicle any remote controls left inside the vehicle may become disabled A ...

Страница 167: ...and when the engine starts STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE When you start the engine the idle speed increases this helps to warm up the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer Note You can crank the engine for a total of 60 seconds without the engine starting before the starting system temporarily disables The 60 seconds does no...

Страница 168: ...p to 15 seconds or until it starts Note If you cannot start the engine on the first try wait for a short period and try again Vehicles with Keyless Start Note Do not touch the accelerator pedal 1 Fully press the brake pedal 2 Press the button The system does not function if The key frequencies are jammed The key battery has no charge If you are unable to start your vehicle do the following 1 Locat...

Страница 169: ...ature that automatically shuts down the engine if it has been idling for an extended period The ignition also turns off in order to save battery power Before the engine shuts down a message appears in the information display showing a timer counting down from 30 seconds If you do not intervene within 30 seconds the engine shuts down Another message appears in the information display to inform you ...

Страница 170: ... be required When the ignition is switched off some electrical circuits including air bags warning lamps and indicators may also be off If the ignition was turned off accidentally you can shift into Neutral and restart the engine 1 If your vehicle has an ignition key move the transmission selector lever to position N and use the brakes to bring your vehicle to a safe stop When your vehicle has sto...

Страница 171: ...ote The heater is most effective when outdoor temperatures are below 0 F 18 C The heater acts as a starting aid by warming the engine coolant This allows the climate control system to respond quickly The equipment includes a heater element installed in the engine block and a wire harness You can connect the system to a grounded 120 volt A C electrical source We recommend that you do the following ...

Страница 172: ...ective cover seals the prongs of the block heater cord plug when not in use Keep plug terminals clean and free of dirt and corrosion Make sure the heater system is checked for proper operation before winter Using the Engine Block Heater Make sure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry before use To clean them use a dry cloth The heater uses 0 4 to 1 0 kilowatt hours of energy per hour of use T...

Страница 173: ... flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity This can cause a fire if you are filling an ungrounded container WARNING Fuel ethanol and gasoline may contain benzene which is a cancer causing agent WARNING 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 ...

Страница 174: ...If fuel is splashed in the eyes remove contact lenses if worn flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Repeated or prolonged ski...

Страница 175: ...aw Note Use of any fuel other than recommended fuel can cause powertrain damage impair the emission control system or cause loss of vehicle performance Any damage to vehicle that is caused by use of fuel not recommended will not be covered under warranty Choosing the Right Fuel With a Flex Fuel Vehicle If Equipped Use only UNLEADED gasoline or UNLEADED gasoline blended with a maximum of 85 ethanol...

Страница 176: ...h as trailer tow Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly However if it knocks heavily while you are using fuel with the recommended octane rating see your authorized dealer to prevent any engine damage RUNNING OUT OF FUEL Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components If you have run out of fuel You may need to cycle the ign...

Страница 177: ...k with the capless fuel system and can damage it The included funnel has been specially designed to work safely with your vehicle When filling the vehicle s fuel tank from a portable fuel container use the funnel included with the vehicle 1 Locate the white plastic funnel in the spare tire compartment 2 To open the fuel filler door press the center of the rear edge and then release 3 Slowly insert...

Страница 178: ...ing WARNING Stop refueling after the fuel pump nozzle automatically shuts off for the second time Failure to follow this will fill the expansion space in the fuel tank and could lead to fuel overflowing Note Wait at least 10 seconds before removing the fuel pump nozzle to allow any residual fuel to drain into the fuel tank Use the following guidelines to avoid electrostatic charge build up when fi...

Страница 179: ...nal injury When fueling your vehicle 1 Turn the engine off 2 To open the fuel filler door press the center of the rear edge and then release 3 Slowly insert the fuel filler nozzle fully into the fuel system and leave the nozzle fully inserted to open the door until you are done pumping Hold handle higher during insertion for easier access 178 Fuel and Refueling 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Prin...

Страница 180: ...ly closed a Check Fuel Fill Inlet message may appear on the information display At the next opportunity do the following 1 Safely pull off the road 2 Turn off the engine 3 Open the fuel filler door and remove any visible debris from the fuel fill opening 4 Insert either the fuel fill nozzle or the fuel fill funnel provided with the vehicle several times to dislodge any debris and allow the inlet t...

Страница 181: ...not measure fuel economy during the first 1000 miles 1600 kilometers of driving this is your engine s break in period a more accurate measurement is obtained after 2000 miles 3000 miles 3200 kilometers 4800 kilometers Also fuel expense frequency of fill ups or fuel gauge readings are not accurate ways to measure fuel economy 1 Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading 2...

Страница 182: ...intenance Information performed according to the specified schedule The scheduled maintenance items listed in Scheduled Maintenance Information are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system If other than Ford Motorcraft or Ford authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control such non Ford parts s...

Страница 183: ...uel the engine may misfire or run poorly 2 Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel the engine may misfire or run poorly 3 The fuel fill inlet may not have been properly closed See Easy Fuel No Cap Fuel System in this chapter 4 Driving through deep water the electrical system may be wet These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel properly closing the...

Страница 184: ...g turn the ignition key to the on position for 15 seconds without cranking the engine If the service engine soon indicator blinks eight times it means that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing if the service engine soon indicator stays on solid it means that the vehicle is ready for I M testing The OBD II system is designed to check the emission control system during normal driving A complete ...

Страница 185: ...els from turning To put your vehicle in gear Press the brake pedal Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear To put your vehicle in P Park Come to a complete stop Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P Park 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 gear...

Страница 186: ... S Sport Now you can use select shift to manually change gears If your vehicle is equipped with buttons on the side of your gearshift lever Press on the gearshift lever button to manually downshift the transmission Press on the gearshift lever button to manually upshift the transmission Paddle Shifters if equipped The paddle shifters allow you to shift gears quickly without taking your hands off t...

Страница 187: ...ifts if it has determined that you have not downshifted in time It will still allow you to downshift at any time as long as SelectShift determines that the engine will not be damaged from over revving Note Return the gear shift lever from S Sport to D Drive when manual control is no longer desired Note Engine damage may occur if excessive engine revving is held without shifting Brake Shift Interlo...

Страница 188: ... or if your vehicle has a dead battery Note For some markets this feature will be disabled Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition off before performing this procedure 1 Using a screwdriver or similar tool remove the insert next to the gearshift lever 2 Insert the screwdriver or similar tool into the hole and press the lever forward while pulling the gearshift lever out of position P and int...

Страница 189: ...disconnected or a new battery installed the strategy must be relearned If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow Note Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Note Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or...

Страница 190: ...o resume normal AWD function as soon as possible stop the vehicle in a safe location and stop the engine for at least 10 minutes After the engine has been restarted and the AWD system has adequately cooled the AWD Off message will turn off and normal AWD function will return In the event the engine is not stopped the AWD Off message will turn off when the system cools and normal AWD function retur...

Страница 191: ...ere operating conditions the A C may cycle on and off to protect overheating of the engine Basic operating principles in special conditions Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand water gravel snow or ice If Your Vehicle Goes Off the Edge of the Pavement If your ...

Страница 192: ...y be beneficial to disengage the AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control system while attempting to rock the vehicle Emergency Maneuvers In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be made remember to avoid over driving your vehicle i e turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid the emergency Excessive steering will result in less vehicle contr...

Страница 193: ...may cycle on and off to protect overheating of the engine Avoid driving at excessive speeds this causes vehicle momentum to work against you and your vehicle could become stuck to the point that assistance may be required from another vehicle Remember you may be able to back out the way you came if you proceed with caution Mud and Water If you must drive through high water drive slowly Traction or...

Страница 194: ...anger lies in losing traction slipping sideways and possibly rolling over Whenever driving on a hill determine beforehand the route you will use Do not drive over the crest of a hill without seeing what conditions are on the other side Do not drive in reverse over a hill without the aid of an observer Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally up or down a hill or steep ...

Страница 195: ...serious injury or death If the rear end of the vehicle slides while cornering steer in the direction of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle Note Excessive tire slippage can cause transmission damage AWD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle Should you start to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads turn the steering wheel in...

Страница 196: ...s that you do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts such as lift kits or stabilizer bars or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make it more likely the vehicle will rollover as a result of a loss of control Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle...

Страница 197: ...ew times when driving from a car wash or standing water to dry the brakes Brake Over Accelerator In the event the accelerator pedal becomes stuck or entrapped apply steady and firm pressure to the brake pedal to slow your vehicle and reduce engine power If you experience this condition apply the brakes and bring your vehicle to a safe stop Turn the engine off shift to park P and apply the parking ...

Страница 198: ...stem This is normal The anti lock braking system will not eliminate the risks when You drive too closely to the vehicle in front of you Your vehicle is hydroplaning You take corners too fast The road surface is poor PARKING BRAKE WARNING If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated then driving your vehicle could result in reduced braking ability increased ...

Страница 199: ... display on other models System indicator lights and messages WARNING If a failure has been detected within the AdvanceTrac system the stability control light will illuminate steadily Verify that the AdvanceTrac system was not manually disabled through using the information display control If the stability control light still illuminates steadily have the system serviced by an authorized dealer im...

Страница 200: ...m could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death WARNING Remember that even advanced technology cannot defy the laws of physics It is always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions Aggressive driving on any road condition can cause you to lose control of your vehicle increasing the risk of per...

Страница 201: ...s and the traction control system helps avoid drive wheel spin and loss of traction See the Traction Control chapter for details on traction control system operation A Vehicle without AdvanceTrac skidding off its intended route B Vehicle with AdvanceTrac maintaining control on a slippery surface 200 Stability Control 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 202: ...abled Button pressed twice brakes applied Sport mode SHO with performance pack only On Enabled Enabled Button pressed and held more than 5 seconds brakes applied no throttle AdvanceTrac Disabled SHO with performance pack only On Disabled Disabled Button pressed again after deactivation AdvanceTrac fully enabled Off Enabled Enabled The SHO model is equipped with a sport mode which allows the driver...

Страница 203: ...RNING Certain add on devices such as large trailer hitches bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of the system may create false beeps Note Keep the sensors located on the bumper fascia free from snow ice and large accumulations of dirt If the sensors are covered the system s accuracy can be affected Do not clean the sensors with sharp objects Note If your ...

Страница 204: ...s detected farther than 12 inches 30 centimeters from the side of the vehicle the tone sounds for only three seconds Once the system detects an object approaching the warning sounds again A Coverage area of up to 6 feet 2 meters from the rear bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper The system detects certain objects while the transmission is in R and moving toward ...

Страница 205: ... front bumper and the parking space i e a pedestrian or cyclist or if the edge of the neighboring parked vehicle is high from the ground i e a bus tow truck or flatbed truck Note The sensors may not detect objects in heavy rain or other conditions that cause disruptive reflections Note The sensors may not detect objects with surfaces that absorb ultrasonic waves Note After a tire change the system...

Страница 206: ...hen follow the instructions on the touch screen Note You must observe that the selected space remains clear of obstructions at all times in the maneuver Note Vehicles with overhanging loads e g a bus or a truck street furniture and other items may not be detected by active park assist You must ensure the selected space is suitable for parking Note The vehicle should be driven as parallel to other ...

Страница 207: ...le In some instances after an interruption a message may appear that would allow you to resume the maneuver With hands off the wheel and nothing obstructing its movement and the transmission in R Reverse the vehicle steers itself as instructions to safely move the vehicle back and forward in the space are displayed in the touch screen While reversing the touch screen displays a message instructing...

Страница 208: ...rabbing the steering wheel driving above approximately 20 mph 35 km h for 30 seconds during an active park search driving above 6 mph 10 km h during automatic steering turning off the traction control system Certain vehicle conditions can also deactivate the system Traction control has activated on a slippery or loose surface Anti lock brake system activation or failure Any door except the driver ...

Страница 209: ... of the transmission i e rolling forward when R Reverse is selected The transmission is in R Reverse the vehicle must be moving forward to detect a parking space An irregular curb along the parking space prevents the system from aligning the vehicle properly Vehicles or objects bordering the space may not be positioned correctly The vehicle was pulled too far past the parking space The system perf...

Страница 210: ...cle WARNING Use caution when using the rear video camera and the trunk is ajar If the trunk is ajar the camera will be out of position and the video image may be incorrect All guidelines have been removed when the trunk is ajar WARNING Use caution when turning camera features on or off while in R Reverse Make sure the vehicle is not moving The rear view camera system provides a video image of the ...

Страница 211: ...thorized dealer Note When towing the camera only sees what is being towed behind the vehicle This might not provide adequate coverage as it usually provides in normal operation and some objects might not be seen In some vehicles the guidelines may disappear once the trailer tow connector is engaged Note The camera may not operate correctly under the following conditions Nighttime or dark areas if ...

Страница 212: ... position is changed while reversing the vehicle might deviate from the original intended path The fixed and active guidelines fade in and out depending on the steering wheel position When the steering wheel position is straight the active guidelines are not shown Always use caution while reversing Objects in the red zone are closest to your vehicle and objects in the green zone are further away O...

Страница 213: ...our surroundings when using the manual zoom feature Note Manual zoom is only available when the transmission is in R Reverse Note When manual zoom is enabled only the centerline is shown Allows the driver to get a closer view of an object behind the vehicle The zoomed image keeps the bumper in the image to provide a reference When the transmission is shifted out of R Reverse the feature automatica...

Страница 214: ...aintaining the set speed Failure to do so could result in loss of vehicle control serious injury or death Note Cruise control will disengage if your vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph 16 km h below your set speed while driving uphill The cruise controls are located on the steering wheel Switching Cruise Control On Press the ON control up and release The indicator will appear in the instrumen...

Страница 215: ...you switch off cruise control Press the OFF control down and release or turn off the ignition USING ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL IF EQUIPPED WARNING Always pay close attention to changing road conditions especially when using adaptive cruise control Adaptive cruise control cannot replace attentive driving Failing to follow any of the warnings below or failing to pay attention to the road may result in ...

Страница 216: ...he steering wheel OFF control or pressing the CNCL control In addition you can temporarily increase the vehicle speed above the current speed by manually pressing on the accelerator pedal The controls for using your cruise control are located on the steering wheel Setting Adaptive Cruise Control 1 Press and release ON The information display will show the gray indicator light current gap setting a...

Страница 217: ...ailing to do so may result in a collision serious injury or death Note The brakes may emit a sound when they are being modulated by the adaptive cruise control system When a vehicle ahead of you enters the same lane or a slower vehicle is ahead in the same lane the vehicle speed adjusts to maintain a preset gap distance The distance setting is adjustable The lead vehicle graphic will be illuminate...

Страница 218: ...tion display as shown by the bars in the graphic Four gap distance settings are available Graphic display bars between vehicles Following distance Following distance at 60 mph 100 km h Dynamic behavior 1 bar 1 second 31 yards 28 m Sporty 2 bars 1 4 seconds 43 yards 39 m Normal 3 bars 1 8 seconds 55 yards 50 m Normal 4 bars 2 2 seconds 67 yards 61 m Comfort Each time you restart your vehicle the sy...

Страница 219: ...vehicle down to the new set speed The set speed will display continuously in the information display while the system is active Resuming the Set Speed Note Resume should only be used if you are aware of the set speed and intend to return to it Press and release RES Your vehicle will return to the previously set speed The set speed will display continuously in the information display while the syst...

Страница 220: ...etect a vehicle in front of you Detection issues can occur A When driving on a different line than the vehicle in front B With vehicles that edge into your lane The system can only detect these vehicles once they move fully into your lane C There may be issues with the detection of vehicles in front when driving into and coming out of a bend or curve in the road In these cases the system may brake...

Страница 221: ... control which could result in serious injury WARNING Do not use tires sizes other than those recommended because this can affect the normal operation of ACC Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control which could result in serious injury A message regarding a blocked sensor is displayed if the radar signals from the sensor have been obstructed The sensor is located behind a fascia co...

Страница 222: ...to normal cruise control Due to the nature of radar technology it is possible to get a blockage warning and not be blocked This can happen for example when driving in sparse rural or desert environments A false blocked condition will either self clear or clear after a key cycle Switching to Normal Cruise Control WARNING Normal cruise control will not brake due to slower vehicles Always be aware of...

Страница 223: ...ng various inputs including the front camera sensor If the system detects that your driving alertness is reduced below a certain threshold the system will alert you using a chime and a message in the cluster display Switching the System On and Off You may switch the system on or off through the Information Display Refer to the Information Displays chapter The system on or off setting is stored and...

Страница 224: ...turns from green to yellow to red The yellow position represents the first warning is active and the red position represents the second warning is active Note If you have recently received a warning you should consider resting even if the current assessment is with the typical range Note If the camera sensor cannot track the road lane markings or if your vehicle speed drops below approximately 40 ...

Страница 225: ... after system activation the system alerts the driver to keep their hands on the steering wheel The system may detect a light touch or grip on the steering wheel as hands off driving Switching the System On and Off Press the button located on the center console to switch the system on or off Note The system on off setting is stored until it is manual changed unless a MyKey is detected If a MyKey i...

Страница 226: ...ing torque input toward the lane center If your vehicle continues drifting out of the lane the system provides a steering wheel vibration A Alert B Aid Note The alert and aid diagrams are meant to illustrate general zone coverage They are not intended to provide the exact zone parameters Intensity This setting affects the intensity of the steering wheel vibration used for the alert mode This setti...

Страница 227: ...ynamic maneuver the road has no or poor lane markings in the camera field of view the camera is obscured or unable to detect the lane markings due to environmental conditions e g significant sun angles or shadows snow heavy rain fog traffic conditions e g following a large vehicle that is blocking or shadowing the lane or vehicle conditions e g poor headlamp illumination See Troubleshooting for ad...

Страница 228: ...or water on the windshield Driving too close to the vehicle in front of you Transitioning between no lane markings to lane markings or vice versa Standing water on the road Faint lane markings partial yellow lane markings on concrete roads Lane width too narrow or too wide Camera not calibrated after a windshield replacement When driving on tight roads or on uneven roads Why does the vehicle not c...

Страница 229: ...ors to approximately 10 feet 3 meters beyond the bumper The system alerts you if certain vehicles enter the blind spot zone while driving CTA warns the driver of vehicles approaching from the sides when the transmission is in R Reverse Note BLIS is not designed to prevent contact with other vehicles or objects or to detect parked vehicles people animals or infrastructure fences guardrails trees et...

Страница 230: ... meters away though coverage decreases when the sensors are blocked Reversing slowly helps increase the coverage area and effectiveness WARNING To help avoid personal injury NEVER use the CTA system as a replacement for using the interior and exterior mirrors and looking over your shoulder before backing out of a parking space CTA is not a replacement for careful driving In this first example the ...

Страница 231: ...The alert indicator dims when nighttime darkness is detected CTA also sounds an audible alarm and a message appears in the information display indicating a vehicle is coming from the right or left CTA works with the reverse sensing system which sounds its own audible alarm see the Parking Aids chapter 230 Driving Aids 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 232: ...ach side of the vehicle Do not allow these areas to become obstructed by mud snow or bumper stickers as this can cause degraded system performance If the system detects a degraded performance condition a blocked sensor warning or low visibility warning will appear in the information display and the alert indicator illuminates in the appropriate mirror s The information display warning can be clear...

Страница 233: ...BLIS Certain maneuvering of vehicles entering and exiting the blind zone Vehicles passing through the blind zone at very fast rates When several vehicles forming a convoy pass through the blind zone The following are other situations that may limit the CTA system Adjacently parked vehicles or objects obstructing the sensors Approaching vehicles passing at speeds greater than 15 mph 24 km h Driving...

Страница 234: ...gnition on You can also have one or both systems switched off permanently at an authorized dealer Once switched off the system can only be switched back on at an authorized dealer COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED WARNING This system is designed to be a supplementary driving aid It is not intended to replace the driver s attention and judgment or the need to apply the brakes This system does NO...

Страница 235: ...tly pressed Using the Collision Warning System WARNING The collision warning system s brake support can only help reduce the speed at which a collision occurs if the driver applies the vehicle s brakes The brake pedal must be pressed just like any typical braking situation The warning system sensitivity can be adjusted to one of three possible settings by using the information display control Refe...

Страница 236: ...remove the object causing the obstruction The surface of the radar in the grille is clean but the message remains in the display Wait a short time It may take several minutes for the radar to detect that it is no longer obstructed Heavy rain spray snow or fog is interfering with the radar signals The collision warning system is temporarily disabled Collision warning should automatically reactivate...

Страница 237: ...al movements are large very active driving style High interior temperatures which may deactivate the illumination or the warning lamps until the interior temperature reduces audible warning still sounds Certain conditions may reduce the visibility of the warning lamp therefore it is recommended to keep the audible warning on If the front end of the vehicle is hit or damaged the radar sensing zone ...

Страница 238: ... fluid reservoir to check or fill If your vehicle loses electrical power while you are driving or if the ignition is turned off you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort Extreme continuous steering may increase the effort it takes for you to steer This occurs to prevent internal overheating and permanent damage to your steering system If this should occur you will neither lose th...

Страница 239: ... a trailer Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance Before loading your vehicle familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle s weight ratings with or without a trailer from the vehicle s Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all ...

Страница 240: ...arket or authorized dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle the weight of the equipment must be subtracted from the payload listed on the Tire Label in order to determine the new payload WARNING The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle can be limited either by volume capacity how much space is available or by payload capacity how much weight the vehicle should carry On...

Страница 241: ...des all weight added to the Base Curb Weight including cargo and optional equipment When towing trailer tongue load weight is also part of cargo weight 240 Load Carrying 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 242: ...ts GAWR Note For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer GVW Gross Vehicle Weight is 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 ...

Страница 243: ... Example only 242 Load Carrying 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 244: ... GCW of the towing vehicle plus the trailer exceed the GVWR of the towing vehicle The GCW must never exceed the GCWR Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow It assumes a vehicle with only mandatory options no cargo internal or external a tongue load of 10 15 conventional trailer and driver only 150 lb 68 kg Consult your authorized ...

Страница 245: ...ne how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity Suppose your vehicle has a 1400 lb 635 kg cargo and luggage capacity You decide to go golfing Is there enough load capacity to carry you 4 of your friends and all the golf bags You and four friends avera...

Страница 246: ...e load capacity to transport the cement and your friend home In metric units the calculation would be 635 kg 2 x 99 kg 9 x 45 kg 635 198 405 32 kg The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your vehicle in a manner that does not overload the Front or the Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance Certification Label The label shall be...

Страница 247: ...ur vehicle when driving Load the heaviest items closest to the trailer floor Load the heaviest items centered between the left and right side trailer tires Load the heaviest items above the trailer axles or just slightly forward toward the trailer tongue Do not allow the final trailer tongue weight to go above or below 10 15 of the loaded trailer weight Select a tow bar with the correct rise or dr...

Страница 248: ...art Powertrain Maximum trailer weight 3 5L TiVCT front wheel drive 1000 lb 454 kg 3 5L TiVCT all wheel drive 1000 lb 454 kg 2 0L GTDI front wheel drive 1000 lb 454 kg 3 5L GTDI all wheel drive No trailer towing permitted ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS Follow these guidelines for safe towing Do not tow a trailer until you drive your vehicle at least 1000 miles 1600 kilometers Consult your local motor vehi...

Страница 249: ...and adjust them to the manufacturer s specifications The trailer brakes must meet local and federal regulations The rating for the tow vehicle s braking system operation is at the gross vehicle weight rating not the gross combined weight rating Trailer Lamps WARNING Never connect any trailer lamp wiring to the vehicle s tail lamp wiring this may damage the electrical system resulting in a fire Con...

Страница 250: ...y and transmission cooling Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached Anticipate stops and brake gradually Avoid parking on a grade However if you must park on a grade 1 Turn the steering wheel to point your vehicle tires away from traffic flow 2 Set your vehicle parking brake 3 Place the automatic transmission in position P 4 Place wheel chocks in front and back of the trailer wheel...

Страница 251: ...flatbed equipment to tow your vehicle Do not tow with a slingbelt Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure Vehicle damage may occur if towed incorrectly or by any other means 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 It is acce...

Страница 252: ...forward direction Place the transmission in position N See Automatic transmission in the Transmission chapter if you cannot move the transmission into N Maximum speed is 35 mph 56 km h Maximum distance is 50 miles 80 kilometers Recreational Towing Vehicles Equipped with a 2 0L Engine Note Put your climate control system in recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust fumes from entering your vehicle S...

Страница 253: ...with all four wheels on the ground or with all four wheels off the ground using a vehicle transport trailer Do not tow your all wheel drive vehicle with the front wheels off the ground by using a tow dolly and the rear wheels on the ground This causes damage to your all wheel drive system If you are using a vehicle transport trailer follow the instructions specified by the equipment provider If yo...

Страница 254: ...peeds without stopping Anticipate stops slowing down may eliminate the need to stop Combine errands and minimize stop and go driving Close the windows for high speed driving Drive at reasonable speeds traveling at 55 mph 88 km h uses 15 less fuel than traveling at 65 mph 105 km h Keep the tires properly inflated and use only the recommended size Use the recommended engine oil Perform all regularly...

Страница 255: ...o the transmission or air intake and can cause internal vehicle damage or cause it to stall Note Once through the water always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable proceed very slowly Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the wheel rims for cars or the bottom of t...

Страница 256: ... to both retention posts to make sure mats do not shift out of position WARNING Never place floor mats or any other covering in the vehicle foot well that cannot be properly secured to prevent them from moving and interfering with the pedals or the ability to control the vehicle WARNING Never place floor mats or any other covering on top of already installed floor mats Floor mats should always res...

Страница 257: ... to properly follow floor mat installation or attachment instructions can potentially cause interference with pedal operation causing a loss of vehicle control To install the floor mats position the floor mat eyelet over the retention post and press down to lock in position To remove the floor mat reverse the installation procedure 256 Driving Hints 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing Novembe...

Страница 258: ...ters of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle Roadside Assistance limits fuel delivery service 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 Independent service contractors if not prohibited by state local or municipal law shall tow Ford eligible vehicles to an authorized dealer within 35 ...

Страница 259: ...se refer to the coverage section of your warranty guide call us in Canada at 1 800 665 2006 or visit our website at www ford ca Sykes Assistance Services Corporation administers the Roadside Assistance program You must receive covered services in Canada or the continental United States Coverage extends to vehicles that use public non seasonal annually traveled roadways Roadside Assistance coverage...

Страница 260: ... shutoff feature that stops the flow of fuel to the engine Not every impact will cause a shutoff Should your vehicle shut off after a collision you may restart your vehicle For vehicles equipped with a key system 1 Switch off the ignition 2 Switch on the ignition 3 Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to re enable fuel pump For vehicles equipped with a push button start system 1 Press the START STOP button to swi...

Страница 261: ...tic transmission must relearn its shift strategy As a result the transmission may exhibit a combination of firm and soft shifts This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation Preparing Your Vehicle Note Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle Note Do not disc...

Страница 262: ...1 Connect the positive jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 3 Connect the negative cable to the negative terminal of the assisting battery 4 Make the final connection of the negative cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle s engine away from the battery and the c...

Страница 263: ...er cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 3 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has ...

Страница 264: ...e made using Ford or Motorcraft parts or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford Away from Home If you are away from home when your vehicle needs service contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center or use the online resources listed below to find the nearest authorized dealer In the United States Mailing Address Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P O Box 6248 Dearb...

Страница 265: ... Center In order to help serve you better please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center Vehicle Identification Number VIN Your telephone number home and business The name of the authorized dealer and city where located The vehicle s current odometer reading In some states you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your s...

Страница 266: ...made on the same nonconformity likely to cause death or serious bodily injury OR 2 Four or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity a defect or condition that substantially impairs the use value or safety of the vehicle OR 3 The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of more than 30 calendar days not necessarily all at one time In the case of 1 or 2 abov...

Страница 267: ...where all findings of the BBB Auto Line dispute and decision are admissible in the court action Should you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision Ford is then bound by the decision and must comply with the decision within 30 days of receipt of your acceptance letter BBB AUTO LINE Application Using the information provided below please call or write to request a program application You will be...

Страница 268: ...tes CAMVAP decisions are fast fair and final as the arbitrator s award is binding on both you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all Canadian territories and provinces For more information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 or visit www camvap ca GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U S AND CANADA Before exporting your vehic...

Страница 269: ...com For customers in Guam the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands CNMI America Samoa and the U S Virgin Islands please feel free to call our Toll Free Number 800 841 FORD 3673 If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Puerto Rico contact the nearest authorized dealer If the authorized dealer cannot help you contact FORD MOTOR COMPANY Customer Relationship Cente...

Страница 270: ...e in another foreign country contact the nearest authorized dealer In the event your inquiry is unresolved communicate your concern with the dealership s Sales Manager Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager If you require additional assistance or clarification please contact the respective Customer Relationship Center as previously listed Customers in the U S should call 1 800 392 3673 ORDE...

Страница 271: ...er a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator 1200 New Jersey Avenue Southeast Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor ...

Страница 272: ...fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components FUSE SPECIFICATION CHART Power Distribution Box WARNING Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses WARNING To reduce risk of electrical shock always replace the cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid rese...

Страница 273: ...ot used 2 Not used 3 Not used 4 30A Wiper motor relay 5 50A Anti lock brake system pump 6 Not used 7 Not used 8 20A Moonroof Power sunshade 9 20A Second row powerpoint 10 Not used 11 Heated rear window relay 12 Not used 97 98 77 96 95 94 93 92 91 90 89 88 66 44 78 56 39 26 18 16 17 3 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 19 20 21 22 23 24 27 28 29 30 31 40 41 42 43 55 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 ...

Страница 274: ...3 30A Driver power seat Memory module 24 Not used 25 Not used 26 40A Rear window defrost relay 27 20A Cigar lighter 28 30A Climate controlled seats 29 40A Electric fan relay 1 30 40A Electric fan relay 2 31 25A Electric fan relay 3 32 Power seat relay 33 Right hand cooling fan relay 34 Blower motor high current relay 35 Left hand cooling fan 1 relay 36 Not used 37 Not used 38 Not used 39 Not used ...

Страница 275: ...rge headlamp 58 10A Alternator A line 59 10A Brake on off switch 60 Not used 61 Not used 62 10A A C clutch relay 63 Not used 64 15A Massage control seats 65 30A Fuel pump relay Fuel injectors 66 Powertrain control module relay 67 20A Oxygen sensor heater Mass airflow sensor Variable camshaft timing solenoid valve Canister vent solenoid Canister purge solenoid 68 20A Ignition coils 69 20A Vehicle p...

Страница 276: ...n heater 71 Not used 72 Not used 73 Not used 74 Not used 75 Not used 76 Not used 77 Not used 78 20A Right high intensity discharge headlamp 79 Not used 80 Not used 81 Not used 82 Not used 83 Not used 84 Not used 85 Not used 86 7 5A Powertrain control module keep alive power and relay Canister vent solenoid 87 5A Run start relay 88 Run start relay 89 5A Front blower relay coil Electrical power assi...

Страница 277: ...uise control module 92 10A Anti lock brake system module Adaptive headlamp module 93 5A Rear window defroster relay 94 30A Passenger compartment fuse panel run start 95 Not used 96 Not used 97 Not used 98 A C clutch relay Mini Fuses Cartridge Fuses 276 Fuses 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 278: ...nt and right rear smart window motors 2 15A Driver seat switch power 3 30A Right front smart window motor 4 10A Demand lamps battery saver relay and coil 5 20A Audio amplifiers 6 5A Not used spare 7 7 5A Driver seat module logic Left front door zone module Keypad 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 33 41 42 43 44 45 34 35 36 37 23 24 25 26 27 28 38 46 39 47 29 32 40 31 30 48 4...

Страница 279: ... low beam 17 10A Left front low beam 18 10A Start button Keypad illumination Brake shift interlock Powertrain control module wakeup Immobilizer transceiver module 19 20A Audio amplifier 20 20A All lock motor relay Driver lock motor relay 21 10A Not used spare 22 20A Horn relay 23 15A Steering wheel control module logic Instrument cluster 24 15A Steering wheel control module Datalink 25 15A Decklid...

Страница 280: ...d humidity sensor Heads up display Traction control switch 36 10A Heated steering wheel 37 10A Not used spare 38 10A Auto dimming mirror without automatic high beam and lane departure module Moonroof module and switch 39 15A High beams 40 10A Rear park lamps 41 7 5A Occupant classification sensor Restraint control module 42 5A Not used spare 43 10A Not used spare 44 10A Not used spare 45 5A Not us...

Страница 281: ...commended fuels lubricants fluids and service parts conforming to specifications Motorcraft parts are designed and built to provide the best performance in your vehicle Precautions Do not work on a hot engine Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all open flames a...

Страница 282: ...cated under the bottom of the instrument panel near the 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 Maintenance 281 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 283: ...r fluid reservoir C Brake fluid reservoir D Battery E Power distribution box F Air filter assembly G Automatic transmission fluid dipstick H Engine oil dipstick I Engine oil filler cap A I H G F B C D E 282 Maintenance 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 284: ...y D Power distribution box E Air filter assembly F Automatic transmission fluid dipstick out of view G Engine oil dipstick H Engine oil filler cap I Windshield washer fluid reservoir A B C D E F G H I Maintenance 283 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 285: ...ed with an aero shield under the engine This shield needs to be removed for service including oil and filter changes It is secured with four quick release fasteners 284 Maintenance 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 286: ...ake fluid reservoir C Battery D Power distribution box E Air filter assembly F Engine oil filler cap G Engine oil dipstick H Windshield washer fluid reservoir A H G F E B C D Maintenance 285 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 287: ...nd MAX marks 1 Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait 10 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean lint free cloth Replace the dipstick and remove it again to check the oil level If the level is at the MIN mark add oil immediately A B 286 Maintenance 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA ...

Страница 288: ...tion and level of engine coolant should be checked at the intervals listed in Scheduled Maintenance Information Note Make sure that the level is between the MIN and MAX marks on the coolant reservoir Note Coolant expands when it is hot The level may extend beyond the MAX mark If the level is at the MIN mark below the MIN mark or empty add coolant immediately See Adding Engine Coolant in this chapt...

Страница 289: ...ty Note During normal vehicle operation the engine coolant may change color from orange to pink or light red As long as the engine coolant is clear and uncontaminated this color change does not indicate the engine coolant has degraded nor does it require the engine coolant to be drained the system to be flushed or the engine coolant to be replaced DO NOT MIX different colors or types of coolant in...

Страница 290: ...engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner Follow your community s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids Severe Climates If you drive in extremely cold climates It may be necessary to have a Ford authorized dealer increase the coolant concentration above 50 A coolant concentration of 60 will provide improved freeze point protection Engine coo...

Страница 291: ...s fluid temperatures The amount of speed reduction will depend on the vehicle loading towing grade ambient temperature and other factors If this occurs there is no need to pull off the road The vehicle can continue to be driven while this message is active The air conditioning may also cycle on and off during severe operating conditions to protect overheating of the engine When the engine coolant ...

Страница 292: ...begins to overheat The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red hot area The service engine soon indicator will illuminate The coolant temperature warning light will illuminate If the engine reaches a preset over temperature condition the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine When this occurs ...

Страница 293: ...afe mode only as long as necessary to bring the vehicle to rest in a safe location and seek immediate repairs When in fail safe mode the vehicle will have limited power will not be able to maintain high speed operation and may completely shut down without warning potentially losing engine power power steering assist and power brake assist which may increase the possibility of a crash resulting in ...

Страница 294: ...s are recommended WARNING Use gloves when moving the air filter assembly components will be hot Note Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed To obtain an accurate fluid check drive 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 ...

Страница 295: ...with the EcoBoost engine move the air filter assembly aside to access the transmission dipstick See Moving the Air Filter Assembly EcoBoost engine for more information 6 Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube by turning it to the locked position 7 Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level The fluid should be in the designated areas for normal operating tempera...

Страница 296: ...sconnect the sensor 4 7 Without disconnecting the sensor 4 pull the air filter assembly up to disconnect the air filter assembly from the seated grommets located underneath the air filter assembly 8 Rotate the air filter assembly 90 degrees counterclockwise and reinstall into the rubber hose 9 Tighten the clamp 1 10 The transmission fluid level indicator can now be accessed Maintenance 295 2015 Ta...

Страница 297: ...ve fluid to reach the hashmark level Note Fluid level above the MAX level may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition 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 until normal operating temperatures are...

Страница 298: ...degrees clockwise without disconnecting the sensor 4 Seat the air filter assembly back into the grommets by pushing down on the air filter assembly 5 Tighten the clamp 6 Install and tighten two bolts that attach air filter assembly to the front of the vehicle 7 Install the bolt cover if equipped 8 Reinstall the harness retaining clip into the front of the air filter assembly BRAKE FLUID CHECK Flui...

Страница 299: ...e of methanol 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 CHANGING THE VEHICLE BATTERY WARNING Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks ...

Страница 300: ...astened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water It is recommended that the negative battery cable terminal be disconnected from the battery if you plan to store your vehicle for an extended period of time Battery relearn Because...

Страница 301: ...onsible manner Follow your local authorized standards for disposal Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries Battery management system The battery management system BMS monitors battery conditions and takes actions to extend battery life If excessive battery drain is detected the system may temporarily disable certain electrical features to p...

Страница 302: ...e When a battery replacement is required the battery should be replaced with a Ford recommended replacement battery that matches the electrical requirements of the vehicle After battery replacement or in some cases after charging the battery with an external charger the BMS requires eight hours of vehicle sleep time key off with doors closed to relearn the new battery state of charge Prior to rele...

Страница 303: ...e 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 When changing the air filter element use only the air filter element listed Refer to Motorcraft Part Numbers in the Capacities and Specifications chapter For EcoBoost equipped vehicles When servicing the air cleaner it is important that no foreign material e...

Страница 304: ...ir filter housing cover 2 Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing 3 Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing 4 Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing Maintenance 303 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 305: ...m Adjustment 1 Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface approximately 25 feet 7 6 meters away 1 8 feet 2 4 meters 2 Center height of lamp to ground 3 25 feet 7 6 meters 4 Horizontal reference line 2 Measure the height of the headlamp bulb center from the ground and mark an 8 foot 2 4 meter horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height a pi...

Страница 306: ...CHANGING A BULB Lamp Assembly Condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure Condensation can be a natural by product of this design When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents there is a possibility that condensation can occur when the temperature is cold When normal condensation occurs a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the lens The th...

Страница 307: ...glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated Note If the bulb is accidentally touched it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used Headlamp A Front parking lamp turn signal bulb B Low High beam headlamp bulb C Sidemarker bulb Low High beam bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position then open the hood 2 Reach in...

Страница 308: ...ge source These lamps operate at a high voltage When the bulb is burned out the bulb and starter capsule assembly must be replaced by your authorized dealer Replacing stop tail turn and sidemarker lamp bulbs Your vehicle is equipped with a tail lamp assembly containing integral multiple light emitting diodes LED for the stop tail turn and sidemarker functions If replacement is required see your au...

Страница 309: ...unt brake lamp It is designed to last the life of the vehicle If replacement is required it is recommended that you see your authorized dealer Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position 2 Remove the two screws from the license plate lamp assembly 3 Carefully pull the bulb out from the contacts Install new bulb s in reverse order 308 Maintenance 2015 T...

Страница 310: ...assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time Function Number of bulbs Trade number Low series low high beam headlamp 2 As marked on each headlamp lens High series Low high beam headlamp HID 2 D3S Front park turn lamp 2 3457AK amber Sidemarker lamp front 2 194NA Sidemarker lamp rear 2 LED Tail brake lamp 2 LED Rear turn lamp 2 LED Backup lamp 2 921 License plate lamp 2 C5W High mount b...

Страница 311: ...raft Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant United States only ZC 32 B2 Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet Upholstery Cleaner ZC 54 Motorcraft Premium Leather and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 56 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover United States only ZC 14 Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A CLEANING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly ...

Страница 312: ... cleaner or polish on wheels and wheel covers Wash the vehicle first using cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo such as Motorcraft Detail Wash Use Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner Apply the product as you would a wax to clean bumpers and other chrome parts allow the cleaner to dry for a few minutes then wipe off the haze with a clean dry rag Do not apply cleaning product to hot su...

Страница 313: ...treaks and smudges REPAIRING MINOR PAINT DAMAGE Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to match your vehicle s color Take your color code printed on a sticker in the driver s door jamb to an authorized dealer to make sure you get the correct color Before repairing minor paint damage use a cleaner such as Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover to remove particles such as bird droppings tree sap insect d...

Страница 314: ... Motorcraft Premium Glass Cleaner Canada The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl rubbing alcohol or Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrates in the U S or Motorcraft Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid in Canada Replace your wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly Do not use abrasive materials as they may cause scratches Do not use fuel kerosene or paint ...

Страница 315: ... If grease or tar is present on the material spot clean the area first with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover In Canada use Motorcraft Multi Purpose Cleaner If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately but do not oversaturate or the ring can set Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners which can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the fla...

Страница 316: ...ther and Vinyl Cleaner or a commercially available leather cleaning product for automotive interiors Test any cleaner or stain remover on an inconspicuous area 3 Alternatively wipe the surface with a damp clean white cotton cloth and a mild soap and water solution Dry the area with a clean soft cloth 4 If necessary apply more soap and water solution or cleaning product to a clean white cotton clot...

Страница 317: ...ap Wipe the leather again with a slightly damp cloth to remove soap residue and dry with a soft cloth To maintain the leather s resiliency it should be cleaned whenever soiled CLEANING THE ALLOY WHEELS Note Do not use chrome cleaner metal cleaner or polish on wheels and wheel covers A clearcoat paint finish coats aluminum wheels and wheel covers In order to maintain their condition Clean weekly wi...

Страница 318: ...onent degradation or failure unless specific precautions are taken to preserve the components General Store all vehicles in a dry ventilated place Protect from sunlight if possible If vehicles are stored outside they require regular maintenance to protect against rust and damage Body Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt grease oil tar or mud from exterior surfaces rear wheel housing and undersid...

Страница 319: ...re no cooling system leaks and fluid is at the recommended level Battery Check and recharge as necessary Keep connections clean If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days without recharging the battery it may be advisable to disconnect the battery cables to ensure battery charge is maintained for quick starting Note If battery cables are disconnected it will be necessary to reset memory feature...

Страница 320: ... foreign material that may have collected during storage Check tire pressures and set tire inflation per the Tire Label Check brake pedal operation Drive the vehicle 15 feet 4 5 meters back and forth to remove rust build up Check fluid levels including coolant oil and gas to make sure there are no leaks and fluids are at recommended levels If the battery was removed clean the battery cable ends an...

Страница 321: ... as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575 104 c 2 U S Department of Transportation Tire quality grades The U S Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlle...

Страница 322: ...n 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 temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Veh...

Страница 323: ...ance Certification Label affixed to either the door hinge pillar door latch post or the door edge that meets the door latch post next to the driver s seating position or Tire Label located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door B pillar The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind the front door Bead area of the tire Area of the tire next to the rim Sidewall of the tire Area b...

Страница 324: ...ndicates the nominal width of the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire C 65 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width D R Indicates a radial type tire E 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 diame...

Страница 325: ...capability over 149 mph 240 km h tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR For those with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph 299 km h tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR H U S DOT Tire Identification Number TIN 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 manu...

Страница 326: ...to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Temperature 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 labor...

Страница 327: ...Range Load Inflation Limits Indicates the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits C 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 D Maximum Load Single lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the...

Страница 328: ...to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire C 80 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall D D Indicates a diagonal type tire R Indicates a radial type tire E 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 wh...

Страница 329: ...d accidents A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to be flat You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick type tire pressure gauge Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tire performance and wear Und...

Страница 330: ...To check the pressure in your tire s 1 Make sure the tires are cool meaning they are not hot from driving even a mile Note If you are checking tire pressure when the tire is hot for example driven more than 1 mile 1 6 kilometers never bleed or reduce air pressure The tires are hot from driving and it is normal for pressures to increase above recommended cold pressures A hot tire at or below recomm...

Страница 331: ...d repair or replace the tire and replace the valve stem Inspect the tire sidewalls for cracking cuts bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear If internal damage to the tire is suspected have the tire demounted and inspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced For your safety tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more likely to...

Страница 332: ...ars due to aging even if it has not been used U S DOT Tire Identification Number Both U S and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires This information identifies and 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...

Страница 333: ...s located on the B Pillar or edge of the driver s door If this information is not found on these labels then you should contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death Additionally the...

Страница 334: ... tire service professional should do the mounting Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with the person inflating standing at a minimum of 12 feet 3 66 meters away from the tire wheel assembly Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability Important Remember to replace the wheel valve stems when the road tires are replaced on your ve...

Страница 335: ...riving or you suspect your tire or vehicle has been damaged immediately reduce your speed Drive with caution until you can safely pull off the road Stop and inspect the tires for damage If a tire is under inflated or damaged deflate it remove the wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel If you cannot detect a cause have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to ...

Страница 336: ...icated in the scheduled maintenance information will help your tires wear more evenly providing better tire performance and longer tire life Front wheel drive All wheel drive vehicles front tires at left of diagram Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires USING SUMMER TIRES Your Taurus SHO may be equipped with summer tires to provide superior performance on wet and dry ...

Страница 337: ...elines when using snow tires and chains If possible avoid fully loading your vehicle Use only SAE Class S cables or equivalent on P235 60R17 or P235 55R18 tires on the front tires only SAE Class S chains or other conventional link chains may cause damage to the vehicle s wheel house and or body Use of optional spike spider type traction devices or equivalent is also acceptable Do not install tire ...

Страница 338: ... proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if u...

Страница 339: ...ck the tire pressure periodically at least monthly using an accurate tire gauge See Inflating Your Tires in this chapter Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System The tire pressure monitoring system measures pressure in your four road tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle The low tire pressure warning light will turn on if the tire pressure is significantly low Once t...

Страница 340: ...hapter 2 After inflating your tires to the manufacturer s recommended pressure as shown on the Tire Label located on the edge of driver s door or the B Pillar the vehicle must be driven for at least two minutes over 20 mph 32 km h before the light turns off Spare tire in use Repair the damaged road wheel and tire and reinstall it on the vehicle to restore system function For a description on how t...

Страница 341: ...ssure monitoring system monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic tire While driving in a normal manner a typical passenger tire inflation pressure may increase about 2 to 4 psi 14 to 28 kPa from a cold start situation If the vehicle is stationary overnight with the outside temperature significantly lower than the daytime temperature the tire pressure may decrease approximately 3 psi 21 kPa for a d...

Страница 342: ...d the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage to the system sensors See Tire Pressure Monitoring System earlier in this chapter Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible During repairing or replacing of the flat tire have the authorized dealer inspect the tire pressure mo...

Страница 343: ...ehicle with the dissimilar spare tire use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time use commercial car washing equipment try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following Handling stability and braking performance Comfort and noise Ground clearance and parking at curbs Winter weather d...

Страница 344: ... using a full size dissimilar spare tire and wheel and seek service as soon as possible Tire Change Procedure WARNING When one of the front wheels is off the ground the transmission alone will not prevent your vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack even if the transmission is in park P WARNING To help prevent your vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure to place the transmission i...

Страница 345: ...ain in the vehicle when it is being jacked 1 Park on a level surface set the parking brake and activate the hazard flashers 2 Place the transmission in park P and turn the engine off 3 Lift the trunk cargo cover and remove the wing nut that secures the spare tire by turning it counterclockwise 4 Lift and remove the spare tire from the trunk 5 Remove the second wing nut that secures the jack retent...

Страница 346: ...l the wheel is raised off the ground 3 The vehicle jacking points are shown here and are depicted on the yellow warning label on the jack Note Jack at the specified locations to avoid damage to the vehicle 4 Small arrow shaped marks on the sills show the location of the jacking points 5 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench Wheels and Tires 345 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2...

Страница 347: ...el by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 8 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown See Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification 9 Put the flat tire jack and lug wrench away Make sure the jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive Unblock the wheels 346 Wheels and Tires 2015 Taurus Owners Guide g...

Страница 348: ...e threaded stud in the trunk floor and secure it with the plastic wing nut 3 Screw the extension bolt onto the threaded stud of the jack retention bracket 4 Place the flat tire in the spare tire well with the wheel facing up 5 Safely secure the wheel by screwing the large wing nut onto the extension bolt Note If you are stowing the temporary spare tire place the tire over the jack and secure it wi...

Страница 349: ...eed of 50 mph 80 km h A Air compressor inside B Diverter knob C On Off button D Air pressure gauge E Deflation button F Sealant bottle canister G Sealant filling clear tube H Sealant tube tire valve connector I Yellow cap tool J Air compressor hose K Air hose tire valve connector L Accessory power plug M Casing housing General Information WARNING Failure to follow these guidelines could result in ...

Страница 350: ...mporary mobility kit Before operating the temporary mobility kit make sure your vehicle is safely off the road and away from moving traffic Turn on the hazard lights Always set the parking brake to make sure the vehicle doesn t move unexpectedly Do not remove any foreign objects such as nails or screws from the tire When using the temporary mobility kit leave the engine running only if the vehicle...

Страница 351: ...d area can be repaired in two stages with the temporary mobility kit In the first stage the tire will be reinflated with a sealing compound and air After the tire has been reinflated you will need to drive the vehicle a short distance about 4 miles 6 kilometers to distribute the sealant in the tire In the second stage check the tire pressure and adjust if necessary to the vehicle s tire inflation ...

Страница 352: ...3 Remove the tube cap and fasten the metal connector of the tube to the tire valve turning clockwise Make sure the connection is tightly fastened 4 Plug the power cable into the 12 volt power point in the vehicle 5 Remove the warning sticker found on the inflator kit and place it on the top of the instrument panel or the center of the dash 6 Note Start the engine only if the vehicle is outdoors or...

Страница 353: ... kit to the stowage area 10 Note Immediately and cautiously drive the vehicle 5 miles 8 kilometers to distribute the sealant evenly inside the tire Do not exceed 50 mph 80 km h Note If you experience any unusual vibration ride disturbance or noise while driving reduce your speed until you can safely pull off to the side of the road to call for roadside assistance Note Do not proceed to the second ...

Страница 354: ...wage area What to do after the Tire has been Sealed After using the temporary mobility kit to seal your tire replace the sealant canister and clear tube hose Sealing compound and spare parts can be obtained and replaced at an authorized Ford Motor Company dealership or tire dealer Empty sealant bottles may be disposed of at home However liquid residue from the sealing compound should be disposed b...

Страница 355: ...ton located on the temporary mobility kit compressor housing below the canister while pulling up on the sealant canister Installation of the sealant canister to the temporary mobility kit 1 Align the sealant canister with the temporary mobility kit housing 354 Wheels and Tires 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 356: ...down until you hear an audible click 3 Wrap the clear tube around the compressor housing Type 2 Removal of the sealant canister from the temporary mobility kit 1 Remove the cover Wheels and Tires 355 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 357: ...ord 3 Remove the hose from the storage channel 4 Turn the hex connector counterclockwise to loosen 5 Make sure the connection is separated 356 Wheels and Tires 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 358: ...ulties with the removal or installation of the sealant canister consult your Ford Motor Company authorized dealer for assistance Be sure to check the sealant compound s use by date regularly The use by date is on the lower right hand corner of the label located on the sealant canister The sealant canister should be replaced after four years Wheels and Tires 357 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Prin...

Страница 359: ...ting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while your vehicle is in motion resulting in loss of control Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque within 100 miles 160 kilometers after any wheel disturbance such as rotation flat tire wheel removal Lug nut socket size Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque ft lb N m 1 2 x 20 100 135 Torque specifications are for nut and ...

Страница 360: ...uel and Refueling chapter Firing order 1 4 2 5 3 6 1 4 2 5 3 6 1 3 4 2 Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug Coil on plug Spark plug gap 0 049 0 053 in 1 25 1 35 mm 0 030 0 033 in 0 75 0 85 mm 0 027 0 031 in 0 70 0 80 mm Compression ratio 10 8 1 10 0 1 9 3 1 Capacities and Specifications 359 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 361: ...Engine Drivebelt Routing 3 5L V6 engine 3 5L V6 SHO engine 2 0L EcoBoost engine 360 Capacities and Specifications 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 362: ...urpose Grease Lithium grease XL 5 aerosol U S CRCSL3151 Canada ESB M1C93 B Lock cylinders Motorcraft Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL 1 None Automatic transmission fluid 2 3 10 9 quarts 10 3L 6F50 Motorcraft MERCON LV 2 XT 10 QLVC U S CXT 10 LV12 Canada MERCON LV 11 6 quarts 11 0L 6F55 9 0 quarts 8 5L 6F35 Rear differential All Wheel Drive fluid 2 4 pints 1 15L Motorcraft SAE 80W 90 Premium Rear ...

Страница 363: ...otor Oil or Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Fully Synthetic Motor Oil XO 5W20 QSP or XO 5W20 QFS U S CXO 5W20 LSP12 or CXO 5W20 LFS12 Canada WSS M2C945 A 3 5L V6 Super High Output SHO engine 6 0 quarts 5 7L Motorcraft SAE 5W 30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or Motorcraft SAE 5W 30 Fully Synthetic Motor Oil XO 5W30 QSP or XO 5W30 QFS U S CXO 5W30 LSP12 or CXO 5W30 LFS12 Canada WSS M2C946 A 2 0L EcoBoost engine 5 ...

Страница 364: ... 5L V6 Super High Output SHO engine 11 4 quarts 10 8L 2 0L EcoBoost engine 11 6 quarts 11 0L Fuel tank 19 0 gallons 71 9 L Windshield washer fluid Fill as required Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate with Bitterant U S Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid Canada ZC 32 B2 U S CXC 37 A B D and F Canada WSB M8B16 A2 Capacities and Specifications 363 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Pri...

Страница 365: ...ls may result in brake system damage and possible failure 2 Approximate dry fill capacity Actual amount may vary during fluid changes 3 Automatic transmissions that require MERCON LV should only use MERCON LV fluid Refer to scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct service interval Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage 4 See your authorize...

Страница 366: ...oil additives They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford s warranty 8 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle 9 See warning below WARNING The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant R134a under high pressure Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury Only qualified personnel should service the ai...

Страница 367: ...cheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs Note Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identificatio...

Страница 368: ...ERTIFICATION LABEL The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located The Safety Compliance Certification Label shall be affixed to either the door hinge pillar the door latch post or the edge of the door near the door latch next to t...

Страница 369: ...Label The following table tells you which transmission each code represents Description Code 6 speed automatic transmission 6F50 J 6 speed automatic transmission 6F55 C 6 speed automatic transmission 6F35 6 368 Capacities and Specifications 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 370: ...r Company will warrant your accessory through the warranty that provides the greatest benefit 24 months unlimited mileage The remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty Contact an authorized dealer for details and a copy of the warranty Exterior style Hood deflector Moon roof deflector Rear spoiler Chrome mirror caps Side window deflector Splash guards Interior style All weather floor mats Ele...

Страница 371: ...r specific weight information The Federal Communications Commission FCC and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission CRTC regulate the use of mobile communications systems that are equipped with radio transmitters for example two way radios telephones and theft alarms Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with Federal Communications Commission FCC and Canadian Radio Teleco...

Страница 372: ...ith over 1 000 covered components this plan is so complete that we generally only discuss what s not covered 2 ExtraCARE Covers 113 components and includes many high tech items 3 BaseCARE Covers 84 components 4 PowertrainCARE Covers 29 critical components Ford Extended Service Plan is honored by all authorized Ford dealers in the U S and Canada It is the only extended service plan authorized and b...

Страница 373: ...void the Rising Cost of Properly Maintaining Your Vehicle Ford Extended Service Plan also offers a Premium Maintenance Plan that covers all scheduled maintenance and selected wear items The coverage is prepaid so you never have to worry about affording your vehicle s maintenance It covers regular checkups routine inspections preventive care and replacement of select items that require periodic att...

Страница 374: ...ment Coverage for certain maintenance and wear items Protection against repair costs after your New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage expires Roadside Assistance benefits There are several Ford Extended Service Plans available in various time distance and deductible combinations Each plan is tailored to fit your own driving needs including reimbursement for towing and rental When you purchase Ford...

Страница 375: ...CD units play commercially pressed 4 75 inch 12 centimeter audio compact discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players Note Do not insert CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed You should use a permanent felt tip marker...

Страница 376: ... file extension and all folders containing MP3 files from F001 folder T001 track to F253 T255 Creating discs with only one level of folders helps with navigation through the disc files If you are burning your own MP3 discs it is important to understand how the system reads the structures you create While various files may be present files with extensions other than mp3 only files with the mp3 exte...

Страница 377: ...are of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving Note Some features such as Sirius satellite radio may not be available in your location Check with an authorized dealer A RADIO Press this button to listen to the radio or change radio frequency bands Press the function buttons below the radio screen to select different radio functions B CD Press this butt...

Страница 378: ...nnel If you select a specific category such as Jazz Rock or News use these buttons to find the previous or next channel in the selected category Press and hold one of these buttons to move quickly in that direction to the next channel or category In CD mode press one of these buttons to select the previous or next track Press and hold one of these buttons to move quickly in that direction within t...

Страница 379: ...he right arrow to enter a menu Press the left arrow to exit a menu Press OK to confirm a selection Radio Settings Scan Select for a brief sampling of all available channels Set Category Select to have the system search by certain music categories such as Rock Pop or Country RBDS RDS Text Select to view additional broadcast data if available This feature defaults to off RBDS must be on for you to s...

Страница 380: ...sts or teams The system alerts you when the selection is playing on another channel Save up to 20 alerts Unlock All Stations Use your PIN to unlock previously locked stations Skip No Stations Remove the skip feature from all the channels you previously skipped Parental Lock PIN Select to create a PIN which allows you to lock or unlock channels Your initial PIN is 1234 Audio Settings Speed Compensa...

Страница 381: ...gs Set Time Select to set the time Set Date Select to set the calendar date 24h Mode Select to view clock time in a 12 hour mode or 24 hour mode Display Settings Dimming Select to change display brightness Language Select to display the language in English French or Spanish Temp Setting Select to display the outside temperature in Fahrenheit or Celsius 380 Audio System 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf ...

Страница 382: ... all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving Note The MyFord Touch system controls most of the audio features See the MyFord Touch chapter for more information A Eject Press this button to eject a CD B CD Slot Insert a CD C TUNE and TUNE In radio mode press these buttons to manually search through the radio frequency band In Sirius mode press these buttons...

Страница 383: ... vehicle control crash and injury We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle We recommend against the use of any hand held device while driving and encourage the use of voice operated systems when possible Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that ma...

Страница 384: ...rkets HD Radio technology is the digital evolution of analog AM FM radio Your system has a special receiver that allows it to receive digital broadcasts where available in addition to the analog broadcasts it already receives Digital broadcasts provide a better sound quality than analog broadcasts with free crystal clear audio and no static or distortion For more information and a guide to availab...

Страница 385: ...ation as a preset When the channel is active on screen press and hold a memory preset slot until the sound returns There is a brief mute while the radio saves the station Sound returns when finished When recalling a HD2 or HD3 memory preset there is a mute before the digital audio plays as the system must once again acquire the digital signal As with any saved radio station you cannot access the s...

Страница 386: ...iver verifies the station is an HD Radio station it shifts to the digital version Depending on the station quality you may hear a slight sound change when the station changes from analog to digital Blending is the shift from analog to digital sound or digital back to analog sound In order to provide the best possible experience use the contact form to report any station issues found while listenin...

Страница 387: ...oes not match currently playing audio Data service issue by the radio broadcaster Fill out the station issue form at website listed below There is no text information shown for currently selected frequency Data service issue by the radio broadcaster Fill out the station issue form at website listed below HD2 HD7 stations not found when Scan is pressed Pressing Scan disables HD2 HD7 channel search ...

Страница 388: ...al as far away from the antenna as possible Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings bridges tunnels freeway overpasses parking garages dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception Station overload When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating tower a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and the audio system may mute Satellite radio signal interference Your display ...

Страница 389: ...Number ESN You need your ESN to activate modify or track your satellite radio account When in satellite radio mode you can view this number by pressing SIRIUS and memory preset 1 at the same time To access your ESN press the bottom left corner of the touchscreen then SIRIUS Options Troubleshooting Radio display Condition Possible action Acquiring Radio requires more than two seconds to produce aud...

Страница 390: ...l the channels in the selected category are either skipped or locked Use the channel guide to turn off the Lock or Skip function on that station Subscription Updated Sirius has updated the channels available for your vehicle No action required AUXILIARY INPUT JACK WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control crash and injury We strongly recommend that you use extreme caut...

Страница 391: ... with headphones Your audio extension cable must have male 1 8 inch 3 5 millimeter connectors at each end 1 Switch off the engine radio and portable music player Set the parking brake and put the transmission in position P 2 Plug the extension cable from the portable music player into the auxiliary input jack 3 Switch the radio on Select either a tuned FM station or a CD 4 Adjust the volume as des...

Страница 392: ...d systems when possible Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving The USB port is located in the center console It allows you to plug in media playing devices memory sticks and charge devices if supported See the SYNC chapter for more information MEDIA HUB IF EQUIPPED The media hub is located in the center console and has the f...

Страница 393: ...ist Vehicle Health Report and SYNC Services Traffic Directions Information if equipped Use applications such as Pandora and Stitcher via SYNC AppLink if applicable Access phonebook contacts and music via voice commands Stream music from your connected phone Text message Use the advanced voice recognition system USB device charging if your device supports this 392 SYNC 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2...

Страница 394: ... latest software downloads available for SYNC Access to customer support for any questions you may have Driving Restrictions For your safety certain features are speed dependent and restricted when your vehicle is traveling over 3 mph 5 km h Safety Information WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control crash and injury We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution ...

Страница 395: ...d and call history including history of calls when your cell phone was not connected to the system In addition if you connect a media device the system creates and retains an index of supported media content The system also records a short development log of approximately 10 minutes of all recent system activity The log profile and other system data may be used to improve the system and help diagn...

Страница 396: ... jack Cancel Cancel the requested action SYNC Return to the main menu Voice settings Adjust the level of voice interaction and feedback Vehicle Health Report Run a vehicle health report Services Access the SYNC Services portal Mobile apps Access mobile applications Help Hear a list of voice commands available in the current mode If equipped U S only System Interaction and Feedback The system provi...

Страница 397: ...didate lists when it has the same confidence level of several options based on your voice command When turned on you may be prompted with as many as four possibilities for clarification For example Say 1 after the tone to call John Doe at home Say 2 after the tone to call Johnny Doe on mobile Say 3 after the tone to call Jane Doe at home Or Say 1 after the tone to play John Doe Say 2 after the ton...

Страница 398: ...anual and visit www SYNCMyRide com www SYNCMyRide ca or www syncmaroute ca Pairing a Phone for the First Time Note SYNC can support downloading up to approximately 1000 entries per Bluetooth enabled cellular phone Note Make sure the vehicle ignition and radio are turned on and the transmission is in position P Note To scroll through the menus press the up and down arrows on your audio system Wirel...

Страница 399: ...Find SYNC appears in the display press OK 5 Put your phone into Bluetooth discovery mode See your phone s user guide if necessary 6 When prompted on your phone s display enter the six digit PIN provided by SYNC in the radio display The display indicates when the pairing is successful 7 The system then prompts with questions such as if you would like to set the current phone as the primary phone th...

Страница 400: ...letely downloaded using Bluetooth 3 See MENU table below 4 See DIAL table below MENU Phone connections Phone settings message notification off Phone settings message notification on Phone settings set phone ringer Phone settings set ringer 1 Phone settings set ringer 2 Phone settings set ringer 3 Phone settings set ringer off Battery Phone name Signal Text message inbox Words in are optional and d...

Страница 401: ...me or Dial then the desired number 2 When the system confirms the number say Dial again to initiate the call To erase the last spoken digit say Delete or press the left arrow button To erase all spoken digits say Clear or press and hold the left arrow button To end the call press and hold the phone button Receiving Calls When receiving a call you can Answer the call by pressing the phone button Re...

Страница 402: ...n the second call press MENU 3 Scroll until Join Calls appears and press OK Press OK again when Join Calls appears Note SYNC supports a maximum of three callers on a multiparty conference call Enter Tones Enter tones such as numbers for passwords Scroll until the desired number appears in the display then press OK a tone sounds as confirmation Repeat as necessary Phonebook Access your phonebook co...

Страница 403: ...1 Press OK to select 2 Scroll to select from Call History Incoming Call History Outgoing or Call History Missed Press OK make your selection 3 Press OK or the phone button to call the desired selection Note The system attempts to automatically re download your phone book and call history each time your phone connects to SYNC if the auto download feature is on and your Bluetooth enabled cellular ph...

Страница 404: ... Mobile Apps3 Interact with SYNC capable mobile applications on your smartphone System Settings Access Bluetooth Devices menu listings add connect set as primary on off delete as well as Advanced menu listings prompts languages defaults master reset install application and system information Exit Phone Menu Exit the phone menu by pressing OK 1 This is a phone dependent feature 2 This is a phone de...

Страница 405: ... then scroll through the list of pre defined messages to send Forward Text Message Press OK to forward the message to anyone in your Phonebook or Call History You can also choose Enter Number Sending Downloading and Deleting Your Text Messages Text messaging is a phone dependent feature If your phone is compatible SYNC allows you to receive send download and delete text messages 1 Press the phone ...

Страница 406: ...o to send the message to 4 Scroll to cycle through Phonebook or Call History entries You can also select Enter Number to audibly enter a desired number 5 Press OK to enter the desired menu and scroll to select the specific contact 6 Press OK when the contact appears and press OK again to confirm when the system asks if you would like to send the message Each text message is sent with the following...

Страница 407: ...select and scroll to view the information When done press OK again to return to the phone status menu Set Ringer Select which ring tone sounds during an incoming call one of the system s or your phone s 1 Press OK to select and scroll to hear Ringer 1 Ringer 2 Ringer 3 and Phone Ringer 2 Press OK to select Note If your phone supports in band ringing your phone s ringer sounds when Phone Ringer is ...

Страница 408: ... and press OK again when Confirm Download appears Auto Download Automatically download your phone book each time your phone connects to SYNC Press OK to select When Auto Download On appears press OK to have your phonebook automatically downloaded each time Select Off to NOT download your phonebook every time your phone connects to SYNC Your phonebook call history and text messages can only be acce...

Страница 409: ... and select OK 4 Scroll to select from the following options If you select You can Add Bluetooth Device See Using SYNC with your phone earlier in this chapter for pairing instructions Connect Bluetooth Device Connect a previously paired Bluetooth enabled phone 1 Press OK to select and view a list of previously paired phones 2 Scroll until the desired device is chosen then press OK to connect the p...

Страница 410: ...l Bluetooth devices and deactivates all Bluetooth features Delete Device Delete a paired phone Press OK and scroll to select the device Press OK to confirm Delete All Devices Delete all previously paired phones and all information originally saved with those phones Press OK to select Return Exit the current menu This is a speed dependent feature SYNC 409 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing No...

Страница 411: ... appears in the display SYNC takes you back to the Advanced menu Languages Choose between English Espanol and Francais Once selected all of SYNC s radio displays and prompts are in the selected language 1 Press OK to select and then scroll through the languages 2 Press OK when the desired selection appears in the display If you change the language setting the display indicates that the system is u...

Страница 412: ...IONS AND SERVICES IF EQUIPPED Note In order for the following features to work your cellular phone must be compatible with SYNC To check your phone s compatibility visit www SYNCMyRide com www SYNCMyRide ca or www syncmaroute ca SYNC Services if equipped United States only Provides access to traffic directions and information such as travel horoscopes stock prices and more 911 Assist Can alert 911...

Страница 413: ...comes on when the vehicle is started after a previously paired phone connects Note Every phone operates differently While SYNC 911 Assist works with most cellular phones some may have trouble using this feature If a crash deploys an airbag excludes knee airbags and rear inflatable safety belts if equipped or activates the fuel pump shut off your SYNC equipped vehicle may be able to contact emergen...

Страница 414: ... the Event of a Crash Not all crashes deploy an airbag or activate the fuel pump shut off which would activate 911 Assist however if 911 Assist is triggered SYNC tries to contact emergency services If a connected phone is damaged or loses connection to SYNC SYNC searches for and tries to connect to any available previously paired phone and tries to make the call to 911 Before making the call SYNC ...

Страница 415: ...supplements but cannot replace normal maintenance and vehicle inspection Vehicle Health Report only monitors certain systems that are electronically monitored by the vehicle and will not monitor or report the status of any other system such as brake lining wear Failure to perform scheduled maintenance and regularly inspect your vehicle may result in vehicle damage and serious injury Note Your Vehi...

Страница 416: ...to enter Phone Menu 2 Scroll until Vehicle Health is selected and press OK 3 Scroll to select from the following options Vehicle Health Report options User Preferences Press OK to select and enter the menu Scroll to select from Automatic Reports Press OK and select on or off Select On to have SYNC automatically prompt you to run a health report at certain mileage intervals Note You must first turn...

Страница 417: ...res activation prior to use Visit www SYNCMyRide com to register and check your eligibility for complimentary services Standard phone and message rates may apply Subscription may be required You must also have the active SYNC Services Bluetooth enabled cellular phone paired and connected to the system in order to connect to and use SYNC Services See Using SYNC with your phone for pairing instructi...

Страница 418: ...nnecting to SYNC Services Using Voice Commands 1 Press the voice button 2 When prompted say Services This initiates an outgoing call to SYNC Services using your paired and connected Bluetooth enabled cellular phone 3 Once you are connected to the service follow the voice prompts to request the desired service such as Traffic or Directions You can also say What are my choices to receive a complete ...

Страница 419: ... subscription For more information on Operator Assist visit www SYNCMyRide com support 2 Follow the voice prompts to select your destination Once your destination is selected your current vehicle location is uploaded and a route based on current traffic conditions is calculated and sent back to your vehicle After the route download is complete the phone call is automatically ended You then receive...

Страница 420: ...nected to SYNC Services to interrupt a voice prompt or an audio clip such as a sports report wait for the listening tone and say your voice command Portable Your subscription is associated with your Bluetooth enabled cellular phone number not your VIN Vehicle Identification Number You can pair and connect your phone to any vehicle equipped with SYNC Services and continue enjoying your personalized...

Страница 421: ...s an app s menu by pressing the MENU button to first access the SYNC menu 5 Scroll until App name Menu is displayed such as Pandora Menu then press OK From here you can access an application s features such as Thumbs up Thumbs down etc For more information please visit www SYNCMyRide com To Access Using the Media Menu 1 Press the AUX button to access the SYNC menu 2 Press the Menu button to access...

Страница 422: ... Plays from device players and most USB drives SYNC also supports audio formats such as MP3 WMA WAV and ACC Connecting Your Digital Media Player via the USB Port Note If your digital media player has a power switch ensure that the device is turned on To connect using voice commands 1 Plug the device into the vehicle s USB port 2 Press the voice icon and when prompted say USB 3 You can now play mus...

Страница 423: ... What s playing The system reads the metadata tags if populated of the playing track to you Media Voice Commands Press the voice icon and when prompted say USB then any of the following USB Autoplay off Autoplay on Phone Media Bluetooth Connections Pause Play Play album name 1 3 Play all Play artist name 1 3 Play genre name 1 3 Play next folder 2 Play next track Play playlist name 1 3 Play previou...

Страница 424: ...to music which has already been randomly indexed during the indexing process Turn off and the system does not begin to play any of your music until all media has all been indexed Indexing times can vary from device to device and also with regard to the number of songs being indexed Search Play Genre The system searches all the data from your indexed music and if available begins to play the chosen...

Страница 425: ...ny of the following BLUETOOTH AUDIO Phone Media Bluetooth Connections Pause Play Play next track Play previous track Media Menu Features The media menu allows you to select your media source how to play your music by artist genre shuffle repeat etc and also to add connect or delete devices 1 Press AUX and then MENU to enter the Media Menu 2 Scroll to cycle through When you select You can Play Menu...

Страница 426: ... OK to select and play music from your portable music player over the vehicle s speakers Note If you have already connected a device to the USB port you cannot access the line in feature Some digital media players require both USB and line in ports to stream data and music separately Media Settings Choose to shuffle or repeat your music and select your Autoplay settings Once these selections are t...

Страница 427: ...hen MENU to enter the Media Menu 3 Scroll to select the Play Menu and press OK If there are no media files to access the display indicates there is no media If there are media files you have the following options to scroll through and select from When you select You can Play All Play all indexed media tracks from your playing device in flat file mode one at a time in numerical order Press OK to se...

Страница 428: ...lists from formats such as ASX M3U WPL MTP The system lists your playlists alphabetically in flat file mode If there are more than 255 they are organized into alphabetical categories Press OK to select Then scroll to select the desired playlist and press OK Tracks Search for and play a specific track which has been indexed SYNC lists your tracks alphabetically in flat file mode If there are more t...

Страница 429: ...nition play menu or similar music However if you place these tracks onto your playing device in Mass Storage Device Mode they are available in voice recognition play menu browsing and similar music Unknowns are placed into any unpopulated metadata tag Return Exit the current menu System Settings System settings provide access to your Bluetooth Devices and Advanced menu features The Bluetooth Devic...

Страница 430: ... prompted on your phone s six digit display enter the PIN Connect Bluetooth Device Connect a previously paired Bluetooth enabled phone 1 Press OK to select and view a list of devices 2 Scroll until the desired device is chosen and press OK to connect the device Set Bluetooth On Off Turn the Bluetooth feature on and off Press OK and scroll to toggle between On and Off When the desired selection is ...

Страница 431: ... and then scroll through the languages 2 Press OK when the desired selection appears in the display 3 If you change the language setting the display indicates that the system is updating When complete SYNC takes you back to the Advanced menu Factory Defaults Return to the factory default settings This selection does not erase your indexed information phonebook call history text messages and paired...

Страница 432: ...g off the device resetting the device removing the device s battery then trying again SYNC is not able to download my phonebook This is a phone dependent feature OR Possible phone malfunction Go to the website to review your phone s compatibility Try turning off the device resetting the device or removing the device s battery then trying again Try pushing your phonebook contacts to SYNC by using t...

Страница 433: ...setting Text messaging is not working on SYNC This is a phone dependent feature OR Possible phone malfunction Go to the website to review your phone s compatibility Try turning off the device resetting the device or removing the device s battery then trying again USB and media issues Issue Possible cause s Possible solution s I am having trouble connecting my device Possible device malfunction Try...

Страница 434: ...cted Make sure the device is connected to SYNC and that you have pressed play on your device SYNC does not recognize music that is on my device Your music files may not contain the proper artist song title album or genre information OR The file may be corrupted OR The song may have copyright protection which does not allow it to play Make sure that all song details are populated Some devices requi...

Страница 435: ... back in and change it back to your preferred dealer and retrieve the report I am unable to submit a report This could be due to your phone s compatibility OR Bad signal strength OR Your phone may not be activated on the website Update your mobile number in your account on the website Make sure you have full signal strength and that your Bluetooth volume level has been turned up Try deleting your ...

Страница 436: ...ands OR You may not be saying the name exactly as it is saved OR The system may not be reading the name the same way you are saying it Review the media voice commands at the beginning of the media section Say the song or artist exactly as listed If you say Play Artist Prince the system does not play music by Prince and the Revolution or Prince and the New Power Generation Make sure you are saying ...

Страница 437: ...book contacts may be saved in CAPS Review the phone voice commands at the beginning of the phone section Make sure you are saying the contacts exactly as listed For example if a contact is saved as Joe Wilson say Call Joe Wilson The system works better if you list full names such as Joe Wilson rather than Joe Do not use special characters such as 123 or ICE as the system does not recognize them If...

Страница 438: ...e apps on your device iPhone users must also connect to SYNC s USB port with an Apple USB cable My phone is connected but I still cannot find any apps AppLink enabled apps are not installed and running on your mobile device Ensure you have downloaded and installed the latest version of the app from your phone s app store Ensure the app is running on your phone Some apps require you to register or ...

Страница 439: ...terwards then select Find New Apps on SYNC On an iPhone with iOS7 to force close an app double tab the home button then swipe up on the app to close it Tab the home button again then select the app again to restart it After a few seconds the app should then appear in SYNC s Mobile App s Menu My Android phone is connected my app s are running I restarted them but I still cannot find any apps There ...

Страница 440: ... volume on the phone may be low Try increasing the Bluetooth volume of the device by using the device s volume control buttons which are most often found on the side of the device I can only see some of the AppLink apps running on my phone listed in SYNC s Mobile Apps Menu Some Android devices have a limited number of bluetooth ports apps can use to connect If you have more AppLink apps on your ph...

Страница 441: ...systems when possible Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving A Phone B Navigation or Information if your vehicle is not equipped with Navigation C Climate D Settings E Home F Information G Entertainment This system uses a four corner strategy to provide quick access several vehicle features and settings The touchscreen provi...

Страница 442: ...oors open PHONE Press to select any of the following Making and Receiving Calls Quick Dial Phonebook Call History Text Messaging Settings NAVIGATION Press to select any of the following My Home Favorites Previous Destinations Point of Interest Emergency Street Address Intersection City Center Map Edit Route Cancel Route CLIMATE Press to select any of the following Driver Settings Recirculated Air ...

Страница 443: ...s may also be limited depending on your market Check with your authorized dealer for availability INFORMATION Press to select any of the following SYNC Services Sirius Travel Link Alerts Calendar SYNC Apps If the icon is yellow see Alerts in the Information section of this chapter ENTERTAINMENT Press to select any of the following AM FM SIRIUS CD USB BT Stereo SD Card A V In 442 MyFord Touch If Eq...

Страница 444: ...le media modes The screen does not change but you see the media change in the lower left status bar SOUND Touch the word to access the Sound menu where you can adjust settings such as Bass Treble Midrange Balance and Fade THX Deep Note Demo DSP Digital Signal Processing Occupancy Mode and Speed Compensated Volume Your vehicle may not have all of these sound options Climate control Control the temp...

Страница 445: ...ration of your vehicle We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving and encourage the use of voice operated systems when possible Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving When using SYNC Do not operate playing devices if the power cords or cables are broken split or damaged Place cords and cables out of th...

Страница 446: ...Features Cellular Phone Pairing a Bluetooth phone Adding phonebook contacts or uploading phonebook contacts from a USB List entries are limited for phone contacts and recent phone call entries System Functionality Editing the keypad code Enabling Valet Mode Editing settings while the rear view camera or Active Park Assist are active Wi Fi and Wireless Editing wireless settings Editing the list of ...

Страница 447: ...llular profile media device index and development log remain in the vehicle unless you delete them and are generally accessible only in the vehicle when the cellular phone or media player is connected If you no longer plan to use the system or the vehicle we recommend you perform a Master Reset to erase all stored information System data cannot be accessed without special equipment and access to t...

Страница 448: ...the chosen mode 4 Press OK to confirm your selection In Phone mode you can accept or reject an incoming call or make a call by choosing from Quick Dial All Calls Incoming Calls Outgoing Calls or Missed Calls If your vehicle is equipped with Navigation you can view the current route or cancel a route Note If your vehicle is not equipped with Navigation Compass appears in the display instead of Navi...

Страница 449: ... what is in front of you The system provides feedback through audible tones prompts questions and spoken confirmations depending on the situation and the chosen level of interaction voice settings The system also asks short questions confirmation prompts when it is not sure of your request or when there are multiple possible responses to your request When using voice commands words and icons may a...

Страница 450: ...h your current voice session Press the voice icon After the tone say Help to hear a list of possible voice commands Helpful Hints Make sure the interior of your vehicle is as quiet as possible Wind noise from open windows and road vibrations may prevent the system from correctly recognizing spoken commands After pressing the voice icon wait until after the tone sounds and Listening appears before ...

Страница 451: ...s list of commands Voice settings list of commands Help This command is only available when your vehicle is equipped with the navigation system and the navigation system SD card is in the card slot This command is only available when you have an active Sirius satellite radio subscription Voice Settings Voice settings allow you to customize the level of system interaction help and feedback The syst...

Страница 452: ...ings using voice commands Press the voice icon Wait for the prompt Please say a command Another tone sounds to let you know the system is listening Voice settings using voice commands Interaction Mode Novice Interaction Mode Advanced Confirmation Prompts On Confirmation Prompts Off Phone Candidate Lists On Phone Candidate Lists Off Media Candidate Lists On Media Candidate Lists Off Help Using Voic...

Страница 453: ...se buttons change with the media mode you are in H Radio memory presets and CD controls Note Some features may not be available in your area Contact an authorized dealer for more information You can access these options using the touchscreen or voice commands A B C D E F G H 452 MyFord Touch If Equipped 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 454: ...elp If you have said Browse you can then say any commands in the following chart This command is only usable if you have an active subscription to Sirius satellite radio BROWSE League games Sirius category channels SD card Sirius channel guide USB Help This command is only usable if you have an active subscription to Sirius satellite radio For more commands in SD card or USB mode see the SD card a...

Страница 455: ...y name song or album by artist name Play name Sports games This command is only usable if you have an active subscription to Sirius satellite radio The commands that have around the word means that the word is optional For example if you say Play Metallica this is the same as the voice command Play artist name AM and FM Touch the AM or FM tab to listen to the radio To change between AM and FM pres...

Страница 456: ...y FM stations AST allows you to have the system automatically store the six strongest stations in your current location TAG Button is available when HD Radio is on and allows you to tag a song to download later When you select On TAG appears on screen when HD Radio is active You can touch TAG to save the information of the song that is playing When you plug in your portable music player the inform...

Страница 457: ...n programming status and is available in analog and digital broadcasts Other multicast stations HD2 through HD7 are only available digitally TAG allows you to save a song to download later when you are on an acquired HD Radio station and the feature is on To turn the feature on and use it 1 Press AM or FM Options TAG button On 2 When you hear a song you like touch TAG 3 The system automatically sa...

Страница 458: ...lable again However if you are listening to any of the possible HD2 through HD7 multicast channels the station mutes and stays muted unless it is able to connect to the digital signal again Station blending When the system first receives a station aside from HD2 HD7 multicast stations it first plays the station in the analog version Once the receiver verifies the station is an HD Radio station it ...

Страница 459: ...equired The station is not available in your current location Text information does not match currently playing audio Data service issue by the radio broadcaster Fill out the station issue form at website listed below There is no text information shown for currently selected frequency Data service issue by the radio broadcaster Fill out the station issue form at website listed below HD2 HD7 statio...

Страница 460: ...preset AM FM2 AM 530 1710 FM 2 preset AM autoset HD AM autoset preset Preset AM preset Radio off FM Radio on FM 87 9 107 9 Set PTY FM 87 9 107 9 HD Tune FM autoset Help FM autoset preset If available If you have said Tune see the following Tune chart TUNE 87 9 107 9 FM autoset 87 9 107 9 HD FM autoset preset 530 1710 FM preset AM FM1 AM 530 1710 FM 1 preset AM autoset FM2 AM autoset preset FM 2 pr...

Страница 461: ...e the seek buttons to hear the previous or next song Press and hold the seek buttons to reverse or fast forward in the current track Press play or pause to play or pause the audio Press Replay to return to live audio if you have been using the feature to replay audio Scan Touch this button to hear a brief sampling of channels Options Sound Settings allows you to adjust settings for Bass Midrange T...

Страница 462: ...r Alert feature variation Electronic Serial Number ESN is required when you need to activate modify or track your satellite radio account The ESN is on the System Information Screen SR ESN XXXXXXXXXXXX To access your ESN press the bottom left corner of the touchscreen then SIRIUS Options Direct Tune Touch this button to manually enter the desired satellite channel number Touch Enter when you are d...

Страница 463: ... SAT 2 Tune SAT 2 preset Help If you have said Sports game see the following Sports game chart If you have said Tune see the following Tune chart SPORTS GAME Tune to the college name game Tune to the team city game Tune to the team city team name game Tune to the team name game Help TUNE Sirius 0 223 Channel name Preset SAT SAT 1 SAT 1 preset SAT 2 SAT 2 preset SAT 3 SAT 3 preset Help 462 MyFord T...

Страница 464: ...ion on extended subscription terms a service fee is required the online media player and a list of Sirius satellite radio channels and other features please visit www siriusxm com in the United States www sirius ca in Canada or call Sirius at 1 888 539 7474 Potential satellite radio reception issues Antenna obstructions For optimal reception performance keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build...

Страница 465: ...o subscribe to the channel or tune to another channel No Signal The signal is lost from the Sirius satellite or Sirius tower to your vehicle antenna The signal is blocked When you move into an open area the signal 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 Your satellite service is no longe...

Страница 466: ...ff if already on Scan Touch this button to hear a brief sampling of all available tracks More Info Touch this button to see disc information Options Sound Settings allows you to adjust settings for Bass Midrange Treble Balance and Fade DSP Digital Signal Processing Occupancy Mode Speed Compensated Volume Note Your vehicle may not have all these sound settings Compression allows you to turn the com...

Страница 467: ...only SD Card Slot and USB Port SD Card Slot Note Your SD card slot is spring loaded To remove the SD card press the card in and the system ejects it Do not attempt to pull the card to remove it as this could cause damage Note The navigation system also uses this card slot See Navigation system later in this chapter for more information The slot is located either in the center console or behind a s...

Страница 468: ...ideo cable which you can buy from Apple When you connect the cable to your iPod or iPhone plug the other end into both the RCA jacks and the USB port Playing Music from Your Device Note The system is capable of indexing up to 30 000 songs Insert your device and select the SD Card or USB tab once the system recognizes it You can then select from the following options Repeat replays the currently pl...

Страница 469: ...or album If you want to view song information such as Title Artist File Folder Album and Genre touch the on screen album art You can also touch What s Playing to hear how the system pronounces the current band and song This can be helpful when using voice commands to make sure the system correctly plays your request SD Card and USB Voice Commands If you are listening to a USB device or an SD card ...

Страница 470: ...you would like to browse When prompted see the following Browse chart This command is only available in USB mode and are device dependent BROWSE Album name All video podcasts All albums All videos All artists Artist name All audiobooks Audiobook name All authors Author name All composers Composer name All folders Folder name All genres Genre name All movies Playlist name All music videos Podcast n...

Страница 471: ... vehicle s speakers from your connected Bluetooth enabled cellular phone To access press the lower left corner on the touchscreen then select the BT Stereo tab Bluetooth Audio Voice Commands If you are listening to a Bluetooth audio device press the voice button on the steering wheel control When prompted say Next song Pause Play or Previous song If you are not listening to a Bluetooth audio devic...

Страница 472: ...our vehicle s speakers Plug in your 1 8 inch 3 5 millimeter RCA adapter into the two left A V input jacks red and white Press the lower left corner of the touchscreen and then select A V In To use the auxiliary input jack feature make sure that your portable music player is designed for use with headphones and that it is fully charged You also need an audio extension cable with stereo male 1 8th i...

Страница 473: ...ot connect the audio input jack to a line level output The jack only works correctly with devices that have a headphone output with a volume control Do not set the portable music player s volume level higher than is necessary to match the volume of the CD or FM radio as this causes distortion and reduces sound quality If the music sounds distorted at lower listening levels turn the portable music ...

Страница 474: ...r phones with Bluetooth wireless technology support the following functions Answering an incoming call Ending a call Using privacy mode Dialing a number Redialing Call waiting notification Caller ID Other features such as text messaging using Bluetooth and automatic phonebook download are phone dependent features To check your phone s compatibility see your phone s user manual and visit www SYNCMy...

Страница 475: ...ss from your device 2 Make sure that Bluetooth is set to On and that your cellular phone is in the proper mode See your phone s manual if necessary Select SYNC and a six digit PIN appears on your device 3 If you are prompted to enter a PIN on your device it does not support Secure Simple Pairing To pair enter the PIN displayed on the touchscreen Skip the next step 4 When prompted on your phone s d...

Страница 476: ...ing wheel controls Receiving Calls During an incoming call an audible tone sounds Call information appears in the display if it is available Accept the call by pressing Accept on the touchscreen or by pressing this phone button on your steering wheel controls Reject the call by pressing Reject on the touchscreen or by pressing and holding this phone button on your steering wheel controls Ignore th...

Страница 477: ... SYNC keeps track of calls made with the SYNC system Messaging Send text messages using your touchscreen See Text messaging later in this section Settings Touch this button to access various phone settings such as turning Bluetooth on and off managing your phonebook and more See Phone settings later in this section Text Messaging Note Downloading and sending text messages using Bluetooth are phone...

Страница 478: ...You can select from the following options Send which sends the message as it is Edit Text allows you to customize the pre defined message or create a message on your own You can then preview the message verify the recipient as well as update the message list Pre defined text message options I ll call you back in a few minutes I just left I ll be there soon Can you give me a call I m on my way I m ...

Страница 479: ... if you want all calls to go directly to your voice mail and not ring in the vehicle When this feature is on text message notifications do not ring inside the cabin either 911 Assist Turn on or turn off the 911 Assist feature See 911 Assist in the SYNC Services and Applications section Phone Ringer Select the ring tone you want to hear when you receive a call Choose from possible system ring tones...

Страница 480: ... Press the voice button on the steering wheel control After the tone say any of the following commands PHONE Call Join calls Call name Listen to text message Call name at home Listen to text messages Call name at work Messages Call name on cell Mute call Call name on other Pair phone Call voicemail Privacy on Dial Read text message Do not disturb off Reply to text messages Do not disturb on Turn r...

Страница 481: ...nformation button to access these features If your vehicle is not equipped with Navigation touch the corner of the touchscreen with the green tab Under the Information menu you can access features such as A SYNC Services B Sirius Travel Link C Alerts D Calendar E SYNC Applications A B C D E 480 MyFord Touch If Equipped 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 482: ...d on your observations of local conditions and existing traffic regulations Do not follow the route suggestions if doing so would result in an unsafe or illegal maneuver if you would be placed in an unsafe situation or if you would be directed into an area that you consider unsafe Maps used by this system may be inaccurate because of errors changes in roads traffic conditions or driving conditions...

Страница 483: ...desired service such as Traffic or Directions You can also say What are my choices to receive a list of available services from which to choose 3 Say Services to return to the Services main menu or for help say Help Receiving Turn by Turn Directions 1 When connected to SYNC Services say Directions or Business Search To find the closest business or type of business to your current location just say...

Страница 484: ...tem section for more information Disconnecting from SYNC Services 1 Press and hold the phone button on the steering wheel 2 Say Good bye from the SYNC Services main menu SYNC Services quick tips Personalizing You can personalize your Services feature to provide quicker access to your most used or favorite information You can save address points such as work or home You can also save favorite infor...

Страница 485: ...ou are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving Note In order to use Sirius Travel Link your vehicle must be equipped with navigation and your navigation SD card must be in the SD card slot Note A paid subscription is required to access and use these features Go to www siriusxm com travellink for more information Note Visit www siriusxm com tra...

Страница 486: ... Listings Touch this button to view nearby movie theaters and their show times if available Weather Touch this button to view the nearby weather current weather or the five day forecast for the chosen area Select Map to see the weather map which can show storms radar information charts and winds Select Area to select from a listing of weather locations Sports Info Touch this button to view scores ...

Страница 487: ...s scores you may say any of the commands in the Sports headlines Sports schedules and Sports scores commands chart If you have said Travel Link you may say any of the commands in the Travel Link chart Sports headlines sports schedules and sports scores voice commands Baseball My teams College basketball NBA College football NFL Golf NHL MLS WNBA Motor sports TRAVEL LINK 5 day weather forecast Golf...

Страница 488: ...ation touch the corner of the touchscreen with the green tab Press Alerts and then choose from any of the following services View the message Delete the message Delete All messages This screen displays any system messages such as an SD card fault Note The system alerts you to any messages by turning the information icon yellow After you read or delete the messages the icon returns to white Calenda...

Страница 489: ... sure that you read the 911 Assist privacy notice later in this section for important information Note If any user turns 911 Assist on or off that setting applies for all paired phones If 911 Assist is turned off either a voice message plays or a display message or icon comes on or both when your vehicle is started after a previously paired phone connects Note Every phone operates differently Whil...

Страница 490: ...h enabled phone must have adequate network coverage battery power and signal strength The vehicle must have battery power and be located in the United States Canada or in a territory in which 911 is the emergency number In the Event of a Crash Not all crashes deploy an airbag or activate the fuel pump shut off which would trigger 911 Assist however SYNC tries to contact emergency services if 911 A...

Страница 491: ...ide the most appropriate emergency services If you do not want to disclose this information do not turn the feature on Vehicle Health Report If Equipped United States Only WARNING Always follow scheduled maintenance instructions regularly inspect your vehicle and seek repair for any damage or problem you suspect Vehicle Health Report supplements but cannot replace normal maintenance and vehicle in...

Страница 492: ...king a Report If your vehicle is equipped with Navigation touch the i Information button to access these features If your vehicle is not equipped with Navigation touch the corner of the touchscreen with the green tab If you want to run a report by using the touchscreen touch Apps Vehicle Health Report To run a report by voice command press the voice button on the steering wheel and when prompted s...

Страница 493: ...s been disconnected your vehicle needs to acquire a GPS signal to update the clock Once your vehicle acquires the signal it may take a few minutes for the update to display the correct time 1 Press the Settings icon Clock 2 Press and to adjust the time From this screen you can also make other adjustments such as 12 or 24 hour mode activate GPS time synchronization and have the system automatically...

Страница 494: ...ly change based on the outside light level or turn the display off If you select AUTO or NIGHT you have the options of turning the display s Auto Dim feature on or off and changing the Auto Dim Manual Offset feature Auto Dim Manual Offset allows you to adjust screen dimming as the outside lighting conditions change from day to night This feature also allows you to adjust screen brightness using th...

Страница 495: ...pancy Mode Treble Speed Compensated Volume Set Balance and Fade If equipped Vehicle Press the Settings icon Vehicle then select from the following Ambient Lighting Vehicle Health Report Door Keypad Code Camera Settings Enable Valet Mode Ambient Lighting If Equipped When activated ambient lighting illuminates footwells and cupholders with a choice of colors To access and make adjustments 1 Press th...

Страница 496: ...your rear view camera Press the Settings icon Vehicle Camera Settings then select from the following settings Enhanced Park Aids Rear Camera Delay Enable Valet Mode Valet mode allows you to lock the system No information is accessible until the system is unlocked with the correct PIN 1 Press the Settings icon Vehicle Enable Valet Mode 2 Enter a four digit pin twice as prompted After you press Cont...

Страница 497: ... Beep Select to have the system beep to confirm choices made through the touchscreen Touch Panel Button Beep Select to have the system beep to confirm button choices made through the climate or audio system Keyboard Layout Have the touchscreen keyboard display in QWERTY or ABC format Install Applications Install any downloaded applications or view the current software licenses Master Reset Select ...

Страница 498: ...ven with confirmation prompts turned off the system may occasionally ask you to confirm settings Media Candidate Lists Candidate lists are possible results from your voice commands The system simply makes a best guess at your request with these turned off Phone Candidate Lists Candidate lists are possible results from your voice commands The system simply makes a best guess at your request with th...

Страница 499: ...ice as your favorite so that the system automatically attempts to connect to that device at every ignition cycle Gracenote Database Info This allows you to view the version level of the Gracenote Database Gracenote Management With this feature on the Gracenote Database supplies metadata information for your music files This overrides information from your device This feature defaults to off Cover ...

Страница 500: ...e desired destination Always Use Preferred Route bypasses route selection in destination programming The system only calculates one route based on the preferred route setting Eco Time Penalty allows you to select a low medium or high cost for the calculated Eco Route The higher the setting the longer the time allotment is for the route Have the system avoid freeways Have the system avoid tollroads...

Страница 501: ...ic areas that you would like to avoid on planned navigation routes Phone Settings Press the Settings icon Settings Phone then select from the following Phone Bluetooth Devices Connect disconnect add or delete a device as well as save it as a favorite Bluetooth Turn Bluetooth on and off Do Not Disturb Have all calls go directly to your voice mail and not ring inside your vehicle With this feature t...

Страница 502: ...n Manage Phonebook Access features such as automatic phonebook download re download your phonebook add contacts from your phone as well as delete or upload your phonebook Roaming Warning Have the system alert you when in Roaming mode Wireless Internet Your system has a Wi Fi feature that creates a wireless network within your vehicle thereby allowing other devices such as personal computers or pho...

Страница 503: ...nect to a network disconnect from a network receive more information prioritize a network or delete a network Gateway Access Point Mode makes SYNC an access point for a phone or a computer when turned on This forms the local area network within your vehicle for things such as game playing file transfer and internet browsing Press for more information Gateway Access Point Settings allows you to vie...

Страница 504: ...ountry Carrier Phone Number User Name and Password Bluetooth Settings Shows you the currently paired devices as well as giving you your typical Bluetooth options to connect disconnect set as favorite delete and add device Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG Prioritize Connection Methods Choose your connection methods and change them as needed You can select to Change Order and...

Страница 505: ... are not accessible when your vehicle is moving 911 Assist Turn on and turn off the 911 Assist feature See 911 Assist in the SYNC applications and services section In Case of Emergency ICE Speed Dial allows you to save up to two numbers as ICE contacts for quick access if there is an emergency Select Edit to access your phonebook and then select the desired contacts The numbers then appear as opti...

Страница 506: ...increase or decrease the air temperature on the passenger side of the vehicle Touch the heated seat icon to switch the heated seat off and on if equipped Touch the climate controlled seat icon to switch the climate controlled seat off and on if equipped Touch DUAL to switch separate passenger side temperature controls off and on When you switch off DUAL the passenger side temperature changes to ma...

Страница 507: ...he button to switch the air conditioning compressor on or off Use air conditioning with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency Note In certain conditions such as when using Max Defrost the air conditioning compressor may continue to operate even after you switch off the air conditioning with the A C button G AUTO Touch the button to switch on automatic operation Select the ...

Страница 508: ...equipped Touch MyTemp to select your preset temperature setpoint Touch and hold MyTemp to save a new preset temperature setpoint Touch the heated steering wheel icon to switch the heated steering wheel on and off if equipped Note If your vehicle is equipped with a wood trimmed steering wheel it does not heat between the 10 o clock and 2 o clock positions Climate Control Voice Commands The followin...

Страница 509: ...h Max A C on Temperature increase My temp Temperature low Off Windshield floor on On Help Panel floor on If you have said Temperature you can say any of the commands in the following Temperature chart TEMPERATURE High Low 15 5 29 5 degrees 60 85 degrees Help NAVIGATION SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Note The navigation SD card must be in the SD card slot to operate the navigation system If you need a replacem...

Страница 510: ... the address location appear on the map If you choose Previous Destination the last 20 destinations you have selected appear 2 Select Set as Dest to make this your destination You can also choose to set this as a waypoint have the system route to this point on the way to your current destination or save it as a favorite The system considers any Avoid Areas selections in its route calculation 3 Cho...

Страница 511: ...s of interest categories Main categories Food Drink Dining Automotive Travel Transportation Shopping Financial Entertainment Arts Emergency Recreation Sports Community Government Health Medicine Domestic Services Within these main categories there are subcategories which contain more listings Subcategories Restaurant Golf Parking Home Garden Personal Care Services Automobile Dealership Government ...

Страница 512: ...ely 912 cities 881 in the United States 20 in Canada and 11 in Mexico cityseekr when available is a service that provides more information about certain points of interest such as restaurants hotels and attractions When you have selected a point of interest the location and information appear such as address and phone number If cityseekr lists the point of interest more information is available su...

Страница 513: ...tion This icon appears when your selection exists in multiple categories within the system When you are viewing more information for hotels cityseekr also tells you if the hotel has certain services and facilities using icons Hotel services and facilities Restaurant 24 Hr Room Service Business Center Fitness Center Handicap Facilities Internet Access Laundry Pool Refrigerator Wi Fi 512 MyFord Touc...

Страница 514: ... close to your destination This may not be very useful in dense areas and may clutter the map when other points of interest display Route Preferences Preferred Route allows you to choose to have the system display the Shortest Fastest or most Ecological route first If you set Always Use Preferred Route to Yes the system uses the selected route type to calculate only one route to the desired destin...

Страница 515: ...eatures allows you to turn on certain or all traffic icons on the map such as road work incident accidents and closed roads Scroll down to view all the different types of alerts Turn these features ON or OFF Avoid Areas Avoid Areas allows you to choose areas which you want the system to avoid when calculating a route for you Press Add to program an entry Once you make a selection the system tries ...

Страница 516: ...up 2D map always shows the northern direction to be upward on the screen 3D map mode provides an elevated perspective of the map This viewing angle can be adjusted and the map can be rotated 180 degrees by touching the map twice and then dragging your finger along the shaded bar with arrows at the bottom of the map View switches between full map street list and exit view in route guidance Menu dis...

Страница 517: ...r destination or your estimated arrival time Map Icons Vehicle mark shows the current location of your vehicle It stays in the center of the map display except when in scroll mode Scroll cursor allows you to scroll the map the fixed icon is in the center of the screen The map position closest to the cursor is in a window on the top center part of the screen Address book entry default icon s indica...

Страница 518: ...ttons When in map mode touch anywhere on the map display to access more features Set as Dest Touch this button to select a scrolled location on the map as your destination You may scroll the map by pressing your index finger on the map display When you reach the desired location simply let go and then touch Set as Dest Set as Waypoint Touch this button to set the current location as a waypoint Sav...

Страница 519: ... www navigation com sync You need to specify the make and model of your vehicle to determine if there is an update available Navigation Voice Commands When in navigation mode press the voice button on the steering wheel control After the tone say any of the following commands Navigation system voice commands Cancel next waypoint 1 Navigation 3 Cancel route 1 Navigation voice volume decrease 1 Dest...

Страница 520: ... command Destination you may say any of the above commands or commands in the following Destination chart 3 If you have said the command Navigation you may say any of the above commands or commands in the following Navigation chart DESTINATION nametag POI category Favorites Home Intersection Nearest POI category Nearest POI Play nametags POI category Previous destination Street address Help MyFord...

Страница 521: ... Destination chart One shot Destination Street Address When you say either Navigation destination street address or Destination street address the system asks you to say the full address The system displays an example on screen You can then speak the address naturally such as One two three four Main Street Anytown 520 MyFord Touch If Equipped 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 ...

Страница 522: ...device resetting the device removing the device s battery then trying again SYNC is not able to download my phonebook This is a phone dependent feature OR Possible phone malfunction Go to the website to review your phone s compatibility Try turning off the device resetting the device or removing the device s battery then trying again Try pushing your phonebook contacts to SYNC by using the Add Con...

Страница 523: ...m your device and trying again Check the security and auto accept prompt always settings relative to the SYNC Bluetooth connection on your phone Update your device s software firmware Turn off the Auto phonebook download setting Text messaging is not working on SYNC This is a phone dependent feature OR Possible phone malfunction Go to the website to review your phone s compatibility Try turning of...

Страница 524: ...on Make sure you are not leaving the device in your vehicle during very hot or cold temperatures Bluetooth audio does not stream This is a phone dependent feature OR The device is not connected Make sure the device is connected to SYNC and that you have pressed play on your device SYNC does not recognize music that is on my device Your music files may not contain the proper artist song title album...

Страница 525: ...nd change it back to your preferred dealer and retrieve the report I am unable to submit a report This could be due to your phone s compatibility OR Bad signal strength OR Your phone may not be activated on the website Update your mobile number in your account on the website Make sure you have full signal strength and that your Bluetooth volume level has been turned up Try deleting your phone and ...

Страница 526: ...u may not be saying the name exactly as it is saved OR The system may not be reading the name the same way you are saying it Review the media voice commands at the beginning of the media section Say the song or artist exactly as listed If you say Play Artist Prince the system does not play music by Prince and the Revolution or Prince and the New Power Generation Make sure you are saying the comple...

Страница 527: ...n Joe Do not use special characters such as 123 or ICE as the system does not recognize them If contacts are saved in CAPS you have to spell them JAKE requires you to say Call J A K E MyFord Touch System Reset The MyFord Touch system has System Reset feature that can be performed if the function of a SYNC feature is lost This reset is intended to restore functionality and will not erase any inform...

Страница 528: ...nterface with and or communicate with or may be later upgraded to interface with and or communicate with additional software and or systems provided by third party software and service suppliers The additional software and services of third party origin as well as associated media printed materials and online or electronic documentation THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE are protected by international intellect...

Страница 529: ... may contain multiple EULAs such as multiple translations and or multiple media versions e g in the user documentation and in the software Even if you receive multiple EULAs you are licensed to use only one 1 copy of the SOFTWARE SOFTWARE Transfer You may permanently transfer your rights under this EULA only as part of a sale or transfer of the DEVICE provided you retain no copies you transfer all...

Страница 530: ...nt may disclose this information to others but not in a form that personally identifies you Internet Based Services Components The SOFTWARE may contain components that enable and facilitate the use of certain Internet based services You acknowledge and agree that MS Microsoft Corporation FORD MOTOR COMPANY third party software and service suppliers their affiliates and or their designated agent ma...

Страница 531: ...ty sites those links are provided to you only as a convenience and the inclusion of any link does not imply an endorsement of the third party site by MS Microsoft Corporation their affiliates and or their designated agent Obligation to Drive Responsibly You recognize your obligation to drive responsibly and keep attention on the road You will read and abide with the DEVICE operating instructions p...

Страница 532: ...ued by U S and other governments For additional information see http www microsoft com exporting TRADEMARKS This EULA does not grant you any rights in connection with any trademarks or service marks of FORD MOTOR COMPANY MS Microsoft Corporation third party software or service providers their affiliates or suppliers PRODUCT SUPPORT Product support for the SOFTWARE is not provided by MS its parent ...

Страница 533: ...ed system read and follow all instructions and safety information provided in this end user manual User s Guide Not following precautions found in this User s Guide can lead to an accident or other serious consequences Keep User s Guide in Vehicle When kept in the vehicle the User s Guide will be a ready reference for you and other users unfamiliar with the Windows Automotive based system Please m...

Страница 534: ...ving Driving while unable to hear these sounds could cause an accident Use of Speech Recognition Functions Speech recognition software is inherently a statistical process which is subject to errors It is your responsibility to monitor any speech recognition functions included in the system and address any errors Navigation Features Any navigation features included in the system are intended to pro...

Страница 535: ...n features included in the system to route you to emergency services Ask local authorities or an emergency services operator for these locations Not all emergency services such as police fire stations hospitals and clinics are likely to be contained in the map database for such navigation features TeleNav Software End User License Agreement Please read these terms and conditions carefully before y...

Страница 536: ...e unsafe do not follow such instructions c do not input destinations or otherwise manipulate the Telenav Software unless your vehicle is stationary and parked d do not use the Telenav Software for any illegal unauthorized unintended unsafe hazardous or unlawful purposes or in any manner inconsistent with this Agreement e arrange all GPS and wireless devices and cables necessary for use of the Tele...

Страница 537: ...are or e use the Telenav Software in any manner that i infringes the intellectual property or proprietary rights rights of publicity or privacy or other rights of any party ii violates any law statute ordinance or regulation including but not limited to laws and regulations related to spamming privacy consumer and child protection obscenity or defamation or iii is harmful threatening abusive haras...

Страница 538: ...AND SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE TO YOU OR TO ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL SPECIAL OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES INCLUDING IN EACH CASE BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR THE INABILITY TO USE THE EQUIPMENT OR ACCESS DATA LOSS OF DATA LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF PROFITS BUSINESS INTERRUPTION OR THE LIKE ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE TELENAV SOFTWARE EVEN IF TELENAV HAS BEEN ...

Страница 539: ...Agreement or any of your rights or obligations except in totality in connection with your permanent transfer of the Telenav Software and expressly conditioned upon the new user of the Telenav Software agreeing to be bound by the terms and conditions of this Agreement Any such sale assignment or transfer that is not expressly permitted under this paragraph will result in immediate termination of th...

Страница 540: ...ent As used in this Agreement the words include and including and variations thereof will not be deemed to be terms of limitation but rather will be deemed to be followed by the words without limitation 9 Other Vendors Terms and Conditions The Telenav Software utilizes map and other data licensed to Telenav by third party vendors for the benefit of you and other end users This Agreement includes e...

Страница 541: ...ept to the extent permitted by mandatory laws License Limitations on Transfer Your limited license does not allow transfer or resale of the Data except on the condition that you may transfer the Data and all accompanying materials on a permanent basis if a you retain no copies of the Data b the recipient agrees to the terms of this End User License Agreement and c you transfer the Data in the exac...

Страница 542: ... OR NON INFRINGEMENT Some States Territories and Countries do not allow certain warranty exclusions so to that extent the above exclusion may not apply to you Disclaimer of Liability HERE AND ITS LICENSORS INCLUDING THEIR LICENSORS AND SUPPLIERS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU IN RESPECT OF ANY CLAIM DEMAND OR ACTION IRRESPECTIVE OF THE NATURE OF THE CAUSE OF THE CLAIM DEMAND OR ACTION ALLEGING ANY LOS...

Страница 543: ...or oral agreements previously existing between us with respect to such subject matter Severability You and HERE agree that if any portion of this agreement is found illegal or unenforceable that portion shall be severed and the remainder of the Agreement shall be given full force and effect Governing Law The above terms and conditions shall be governed by the laws of the State of Illinois for Data...

Страница 544: ...d 娀 1987 2013 HERE All rights reserved If the Contracting Officer federal government agency or any federal official refuses to use the legend provided herein the Contracting Officer federal government agency or any federal official must notify HERE prior to seeking additional or alternative rights in the Data Wi Fi hotspot data provided by JiWire 娀2013 JiWire Gracenote Copyright CD and music relat...

Страница 545: ...CENOTE CONTENT GRACENOTE DATA THE GRACENOTE SOFTWARE OR GRACENOTE SERVERS EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PERMITTED HEREIN You agree that your non exclusive licenses to use the Gracenote Content Gracenote Data the Gracenote Software and Gracenote Servers will terminate if you violate these restrictions If your licenses terminate you agree to cease any and all use of the Gracenote Content Gracenote Data the Gr...

Страница 546: ...NTS THE RESULTS THAT WILL BE OBTAINED BY YOUR USE OF THE GRACENOTE SOFTWARE OR ANY GRACENOTE SERVER IN NO CASE WILL GRACENOTE BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR FOR ANY LOST PROFITS OR LOST REVENUES FOR ANY REASON WHATSOEVER 娀 Gracenote 2007 Vehicle with SYNC only FCC ID KMHSG1G1 IC 1422A SG1G1 Vehicle with SYNC and MyFord Touch or MyLincoln Touch FCC ID KMHSYNCG2 IC 1422A SY...

Страница 547: ...ain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership Factory Trained Technicians Service technicians participate in extensive factory sponsored certification training to help them become experts on the operation of your vehicle Ask your dealership about the training and certification their technicians have received Genuine Ford and Motorcraft Replacement Parts Dealerships stock Ford Motorcraft and Ford authorized ...

Страница 548: ...e year or 10000 miles 16000 kilometers between oil change intervals Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built with multiple complex performance systems Every manufacturer develops these systems using different specifications and performance features That is why it is important to rely upon your dealership to properly diagnose and repair your vehicle Ford Motor Company has recommended maintenanc...

Страница 549: ...g a Ford approved flushing chemical Owner Checks and Services Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed every month or at six month intervals Check every month Engine oil level Function of all interior and exterior lights Tires including spare for wear and proper pressure Windshield washer fluid level Check every six months Battery connections Clean if necessary Body and...

Страница 550: ...id levels fill if necessary Windshield for cracks chips or pits For oil and fluid leaks Washer spray and wiper operation Brake coolant recovery reservoir manual and automatic transmission with an underhood dipstick power steering if equipped and window washer If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit check the tire sealant expiration Use By date on the canister Replace as needed Be...

Страница 551: ...550 Scheduled Maintenance 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 552: ...ing table is intended to provide examples of vehicle use and its impact on engine oil change intervals it is provided as a guideline only Actual engine oil change intervals depend on several factors and generally decrease with severity of use When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message Interval Vehicle use and examples 7500 10000 miles 12000 16000 km Normal Normal commuting with highway driving...

Страница 553: ...exhaust system and heat shields Inspect rear axle and U joints Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings All wheel drive vehicles Inspect half shaft boots if equipped Inspect steering linkage ball joints suspension tie rod ends driveshaft and U joints Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise wear looseness or drag Do not exceed one year o...

Страница 554: ...uid Replace accessory drive belt s if not replaced within the last 100000 miles 160000 km 1 These maintenance items can be performed within 3000 miles 4800 kilometers of the last oil change Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval 2 If your vehicle has climate controlled heated and cooled seats 3 Initial replacement at six years or 100000 miles 160000 kilometers then every three year...

Страница 555: ... HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE 554 Scheduled Maintenance 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA f...

Страница 556: ...MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 555 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 557: ...MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE 556 Scheduled Maintenance 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 558: ...46270 kilometers Perform the 30000 mile 48000 kilometer automatic transmission fluid replacement Example 2 The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message has not come on but the odometer reads 30000 miles 48000 kilometers for example the Intelligent Oil Life Monitor was reset at 25000 miles 40000 kilometers Perform the engine air filter replacement Towing a trailer or using a camper or car top carrier As require...

Страница 559: ... frequently service as required Replace cabin air filter if equipped Replace engine air filter Every 5000 miles 8000 km Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise wear looseness or drag Rotate tires inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Every 5000 miles 8000 km or six months Change engine oil and filter Perform multi point inspection Every 30000 miles 48000 km Change aut...

Страница 560: ...E RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 559 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 U...

Страница 561: ...MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE 560 Scheduled Maintenance 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 562: ...with similar climates using an American Petroleum Institute API Certified for Gasoline Engines Certification mark oil of SM or SN quality the normal oil change interval is 3000 miles 5000 kilometers If the available API SM or SN oils are not available then the oil change interval is 1800 miles 3000 kilometers Engine Air Filter and Cabin Air Filter Replacement The life of the engine air filter and ...

Страница 563: ...O HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE 562 Scheduled Maintenance 2015 Taurus Owners Guide gf 2nd Printing November 2014 USA fus ...

Страница 564: ...tioning 131 manual heating and air conditioning system 131 Air filter cabin 140 All Wheel Drive AWD driving off road 189 Ambient mood lighting 494 495 AM FM 454 Antifreeze see Engine coolant 287 Anti lock brake system see Brakes 197 Anti theft system 77 80 arming the system 77 80 disarming a triggered system 80 AppLink 420 Audio system Single CD 376 381 382 Audio system see Radio 376 381 382 Autom...

Страница 565: ... Cleaning your vehicle 310 engine compartment 312 instrument panel 314 interior 314 plastic parts 311 washing 310 waxing 312 wheels 316 wiper blades 313 Climate control see Air conditioning or Heating 131 Climate voice commands 507 Clock 376 492 Collision Warning System 233 Compass Display 115 Console 162 overhead 163 Coolant 287 checking and adding 287 refill capacities 361 specifications 361 Cro...

Страница 566: ...er specifications 366 refill capacities 361 specifications 361 Event data recording 12 Exhaust fumes 170 F Fail safe cooling 291 Fleet MyKey programming 64 Floor mats 255 Fluid capacities 361 Four Wheel Drive vehicles driving off road 190 Fuel cap 178 capacity 361 choosing the right fuel 174 filler funnel 175 filling your vehicle with fuel 178 filter specifications 298 366 fuel pump shut off 259 o...

Страница 567: ...Jack 341 positioning 341 storage 341 Joining two calls multiparty conference call 400 Jump starting your vehicle 260 K Keyless entry system autolock 71 keypad 73 locking and unlocking doors 74 programming entry code 73 Keys 57 77 positions of the ignition 165 L Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart 309 headlamps flash to pass 89 interior lamps 95 replacing bulbs 306 Lane keeping system 224 L...

Страница 568: ...ime 397 474 Parental MyKey programming 64 Park Assist 204 Parking brake 197 Parts see Motorcraft parts 366 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor 47 Phone Bluetooth menu options adding connecting deleting turning on off 408 Phone redial 402 Phone settings 478 500 Phone voice commands 479 Playing music by artist album genre playlist tracks similar 426 POI categories 510 Point of Interest POI 510 ...

Страница 569: ...5 36 38 Belt Minder 38 extension assembly 37 for adults 35 36 for children 24 Occupant Classification Sensor 47 safety belt maintenance 41 seat belt maintenance 41 warning light and chime 38 Safety restraints LATCH anchors 28 Safety seats for children 24 Safety Compliance Certification Label 367 Satellite Radio 376 460 Scheduled Maintenance Guide Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log 551 SD card 39...

Страница 570: ...Link 420 SYNC customer support 393 444 SYNC Services 416 481 System settings 496 T Temperature control see Climate control 131 132 134 135 505 Temporary mobility kit 348 Text messaging 403 476 Text messaging sending downloading deleting 404 406 Tilt steering wheel 81 82 Tires 320 321 341 alignment 334 care 320 changing 341 343 checking the pressure 330 inflating 328 label 327 replacing 332 rotatin...

Страница 571: ... 414 490 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 366 Vehicle loading 238 Ventilating your vehicle 170 Voice commands in media mode 422 Voice commands in phone mode 398 Voice recognition 448 W Warning lights see Lights 105 Washer fluid 298 Water Driving through 254 Windows power 96 Windshield washer fluid and wipers 87 checking and adding fluid 298 replacing wiper blades 302 Wrecker towing 250 570 Index ...

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