Table Of Contents - Ford 2011 Taurus Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table Of Contents1
Safety And Environment Protection4
Warning Symbols In This Guide4
Introduction4
Protecting The Environment5
California Proposition 65 Warning5
Perchlorate Material5
Breaking-In Your Vehicle5
Data Recording6
Service Data Recording6
Event Data Recording7
Cell Phone Use8
Export Unique (Non–United States/Canada) Vehicle Specific Information9
Vehicle Symbol Glossary10
Instrument Cluster12
Warning Lights And Chimes12
Service Engine Soon12
Brake System Warning Light13
Anti-Lock Brake System13
Airbag Readiness14
Safety Belt14
Charging System (Rtt)14
Engine Oil Pressure (Rtt)14
Low Washer Fluid (Rtt)15
Door Ajar (Rtt)15
Trunk Ajar (Rtt)15
Advancetrac/Traction Control15
Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)16
Speed Control16
Anti-Theft System16
Throttle Control/Transmission16
Gauges17
Speedometer17
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge17
Fuel Gauge18
Tachometer18
Odometer18
Trip Odometer18
Message Center19
Info19
Trip A/B19
Miles (Km) To E19
Mpg (L/Km)20
Timer20
Blank Screen20
System Check And Vehicle Feature Customization21
Reset For System Check21
Oil Life21
Units22
Auto High Beam (If Equipped)22
Autolamp (Sec)22
Autolock22
Collision Warn System (If Equipped)23
Blind Spot (If Equipped)23
Cross Traffic (If Equipped)23
Easy Entry23
System Warnings24
Entertainment Systems32
Audio Systems32
Am/Fm Cd/Mp3 Satellite Compatible Sound System32
Accessory Delay32
Entertainment Systemssetting The Clock33
Am/Fm Radio33
Tune33
Direct33
Rds Radio34
Cat (Category) / Fold34
Cd/Mp3 Player35
Satellite Radio (If Equipped)37
Sirius37
Memory Presets37
Sound Adjustments40
Speed Compensated Volume40
Dsp Mode (If Equipped)40
Extra Features41
Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)41
Required Equipment42
To Play Your Portable Music Player Using The Auxiliary Input Jack42
Troubleshooting43
Usb Port (If Equipped)43
General Audio Information44
Radio Frequencies44
Radio Reception Factors44
Cd/Cd Player Care45
Audio System Warranty And Service46
Sample Mp3 Structure47
Satellite Radio Information (If Equipped)47
Satellite Radio Channels47
Satellite Radio Reception Factors47
Sirius Satellite Radio Service48
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (Esn)48
Navigation System (If Equipped)50
Sync (If Equipped)50
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System51
Temperature Conversion51
Climate Controls51
Operating Tips52
For Maximum Cooling Performance In Max A/C Mode53
For Maximum Cooling Performance In Panel Or Panel/Floor Modes53
To Aid In Side Window Defogging/Demisting In Cold Weather53
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control54
Defrost54
Manual Override Control54
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control (Navigation Based – If Equipped)56
Navigation System Based Climate Control56
Rear Defroster57
Recirculated Air57
Touchscreen Functions58
Rear Window Defroster60
For Maximum Cooling Performance (Max A/C)60
Cabin Air Filter61
Lights62
Headlamp Control62
Autolamp Control62
Autolamps - Programmable Exit Delay62
High Beams63
Auto High Beams (If Equipped)63
Enabling/Disabling Auto High Beams64
Activating High Beams64
Deactivating High Beams64
Setting Auto High Beam Sensitivity65
Flash-To-Pass66
Daytime Running Lamps (Drl) (If Equipped)66
Panel Dimmer Control67
Aiming The Headlamps67
Vertical Aim Adjustment67
For Vehicles With Halogen Headlamps68
For Vehicles With Hid Headlamps68
Turn Signal Control69
Interior Lamps69
Dome Lamps And Map Lamps69
Ambient Lighting (If Equipped)70
Bulb Replacement70
Lamp Assembly Condensation70
Using The Right Bulbs70
Replacing Interior Bulbs71
Replacing Exterior Bulbs71
Replacing Headlamp (Low/High Beam) Bulbs71
Replacing Hid Headlamp Bulbs (If Equipped)72
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal/Sidemarker Bulbs72
Replacing Rear Brake/Tail/Turn And Side Marker Lamp Bulbs73
Replacing Backup Lamp Bulbs74
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulbs74
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs75
Replacing Supplemental Park Lamp Bulbs75
Driver Controls76
Multi-Function Lever76
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control76
Tilt/Telescope Steering Wheel77
Courtesy Wipe Feature77
Windshield Wiper Rainlamp Feature77
Steering Wheel Adjustment77
Illuminated Visor Mirror78
Overhead Console78
Slide-On-Rod Feature78
Electronic Compass (If Equipped)79
Storage Compartment79
Compass Zone Adjustment80
Compass Calibration Adjustment80
Center Console81
Auxiliary Power Point (12V Dc)82
Power Windows83
Rear Window Buffeting83
One-Touch Up Or Down83
Driver's Window83
Driver's and Passenger's Window84
Global Open Windows (If Equipped)84
Bounce-Back (One-Touch Up Or Down Windows Only)84
Security Override84
Window Lock85
Interior Mirror85
Automatic Dimming Interior Rear View Mirror (If Equipped)85
Exterior Mirrors86
Power Side View Mirrors86
Automatic Dimming Feature (If Equipped)86
Blind Spot Mirrors (If Equipped)86
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals (If Equipped)87
Heated Outside Mirrors87
Fold-Away Mirrors87
Using Speed Control88
Setting Speed Control88
Memory Feature (If Equipped)88
Disengaging Speed Control89
Resuming A Set Speed89
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control89
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control89
Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) (If Equipped)90
Setting Adaptive Cruise Control91
Following A Vehicle91
Setting The Gap Distance93
Disengaging Adaptive Cruise Control93
Overriding Adaptive Cruise Control93
Changing The Set Speed94
Resuming The Set Speed94
Low Speed Automatic Cancellation94
Hilly Condition Usage95
Turning Off Cruise Control95
Detection Issues95
Acc Not Available96
Blocked Sensor97
Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)98
Radio Control Features98
Navigation System Hands-Free Control Features (If Equipped)98
Moon Roof (If Equipped)99
Sync System Hands-Free Control Feature (If Equipped)99
Navigation System/Sync Hands-Free Control Features (If Equipped)99
To Open The Moon Roof100
To Close The Moon Roof100
Bounce-Back100
Bounce-Back Override100
Power Rear Sunshade (If Equipped)101
Universal Garage Door Opener (If Equipped)101
Homelink Wireless Control System (If Equipped)101
Programming102
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming103
Operating The Homelink Wireless Control System104
Erasing Homelink Buttons104
Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button104
Positive Retention Floor Mat105
Trunk Release105
Cargo Area Features106
Cargo Net (If Equipped)106
Keys107
Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts) (If Equipped)107
Locks And Security107
Intelligent Access Key (Ia Key) (If Equipped)108
Mykey Restricted Features109
Standard Settings – These Settings Cannot Be Changed109
Optional Settings – These Settings Can Be Changed109
Create A Mykey109
Programming Mykey Optional Settings110
Clear Mykey110
Check Mykey System Status111
Using Mykey With Remote Start Systems111
Vehicles Equipped With Traditional Keys111
Vehicles Equipped With An Intelligent Access Key (Push Button Start)112
Power Door Locks114
Smart Unlocks114
Smart Unlocks For Intelligent Access Keys (Ia Key) (If Equipped)115
Central Unlocking/Two-Stage Unlocking For Intelligent Access Keys (If Equipped)115
Autolock Feature116
Deactivating/Activating Autolock Feature116
Power Door Lock Switch Autolock Enable/Disable Procedure116
Keyless Entry Keypad Autolock Enable/Disable Procedure117
Autounlock Feature117
Deactivating/Activating Autounlock Feature118
Power Door Lock Switch Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure118
Keyless Entry Keypad Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure119
Childproof Door Locks119
Interior Luggage Compartment Release120
Remote Entry System121
Intelligent Access (If Equipped)122
Activating Intelligent Access at the Driver's Door122
Activating Intelligent Access At The Trunk122
Unlocking The Doors/Two Stage Unlock123
Opening Front Windows And Moon Roof (If Equipped)123
Locking The Doors123
Push Button Start123
Car Finder124
Sounding A Panic Alarm124
Opening The Trunk124
Memory Feature (Seat, Mirrors And Adjustable Pedals) (If Equipped)124
Deprogramming The Memory Feature From The Transmitter125
Replacing The Battery126
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (Ikt)126
Intelligent Access Key (Ia Key)126
Replacing Lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts) Or Intelligent Access Keys (Ia Keys)127
How To Reprogram Your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts) Or Intelligent Access Keys (Ia Keys)127
Illuminated Entry128
Illuminated Exit128
Securicode Keyless Entry System129
Programming A Personal Entry Code And Keypad Association To Memory Seats, Mirrors And Adjustable Pedals (If Equipped)129
Erasing Personal Code130
Anti-Scan Feature130
Unlocking And Locking The Doors Using Keyless Entry130
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System131
Anti-Theft Indicator132
Automatic Arming132
Automatic Disarming132
Replacement Of Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikt) Or Intelligent Access Keys133
Programming Spare Keys133
Intelligent Access Keys (If Equipped)134
Perimeter Alarm System136
Arming The System136
Disarming The System137
Perimeter Alarm Issues137
Front Seating138
Adjustable Head Restraints138
Seating And Safety Restraints138
To Adjust The Head Restraint139
Adjusting The Front Manual Seat (If Equipped)141
Using The Manual Lumbar Support (If Equipped)142
Adjusting The Front Power Seat142
Using The Power Lumbar Support (If Equipped)144
Multi-Contour Seat (If Equipped)145
Dual Setting Heated Seats (If Equipped)146
Three-Position Heated And Cooled Seats (If Equipped)147
Heated Seats147
Climate Controlled Seats Air Filter Replacement148
Memory Seats/Power Mirrors/Adjustable Pedals (If Equipped)149
Easy Entry/Exit Feature (If Equipped)150
Rear Seats151
Non-Adjustable Second-Row Outboard Head Restraints151
Adjustable Second Row Center Head Restraint152
Split-Folding Rear Seat155
Seat-Mounted Cup Holders And Armrest Storage Compartment (If Equipped)156
Rear Heated Seats (If Equipped)156
Safety Restraints157
Personal Safety System157
How Does The Personal Safety System Work?158
Driver And Passenger Dual-Stage Airbag Supplemental Restraints158
Front Crash Severity Sensor158
Driver's Seat Position Sensor158
Front Passenger Sensing System159
Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors159
Front Safety Belt Pretensioners159
Front Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors160
Determining If The Personal Safety System Is Operational160
Safety Belt Precautions160
Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts162
Restraint Of Pregnant Women162
Safety Belt Locking Modes163
Vehicle Sensitive Mode163
Automatic Locking Mode163
When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode163
How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode164
How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode164
Energy Management Feature — Front Outboard165
Safety Belt Pretensioner165
Safety Belt Extension Assembly165
Safety Belt Height Adjustment166
Safety Belt Warning Light And Indicator Chime166
Conditions Of Operation167
Belt-Minder167
Deactivating/Activating The Belt-Minder Feature170
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)171
Important Supplemental Restraint System Precautions172
Children And Airbags173
How Does The Airbag Supplemental Restraint System Work?174
If The Airbag Readiness Lamp Is Lit179
Determining If The System Is Operational180
Seat-Mounted Side Airbag System180
How Does The Side Airbag System Work?181
Safety Canopy System182
How Does The Safety Canopy System Work?183
Sos Post-Crash Alert System185
Disposal Of Airbags And Airbag Equipped Vehicles186
Safety Restraints For Children186
Important Child Restraint Precautions186
Recommendations For Safety Restraints For Children187
Recommendations For Attaching Child Safety Restraints For Children188
Transporting Children189
Safety Seats For Children190
Infant And/Or Toddler Seats190
Installing Child Safety Seats With Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts191
Attaching Child Safety Seats With Latch (Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children) Attachments194
Combining Safety Belt And Latch Lower Anchors For Attaching Child Safety Seats196
Attaching Child Safety Seats With Tether Straps196
Child Booster Seats198
When Children Should Use Booster Seats199
Types Of Booster Seats200
The Importance Of Shoulder Belts201
Child Restraint And Safety Belt Maintenance202
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading203
U.s. Department Of Transportation-Tire Quality Grades203
Treadwear203
Traction Aa A B C203
Tires, Wheels And Loading203
Temperature A B C204
Tires204
Glossary Of Tire Terminology204
Inflating Your Tires205
Tire Inflation205
Tire Care207
Inspecting Your Tires And Wheel Valve Stems207
Tire Wear208
Damage208
U.s. Dot Tire Identification Number (Tin)209
Tire Replacement Requirements209
Safety Practices210
Highway Hazards211
Tire And Wheel Alignment211
Tire Rotation212
Information Contained On The Tire Sidewall213
Information on "P" Type Tires214
Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for "LT" Type Tires217
Information on "T" Type Tires218
Location Of The Tire Label218
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)219
Changing Tires With Tpms220
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)220
When Your Temporary Spare Tire Is Installed220
When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly221
When Inflating Your Tires222
How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure222
Snow Tires And Chains223
Summer Tires224
Vehicle Loading – With And Without A Trailer224
Base Curb Weight224
Vehicle Curb Weight224
Payload225
Cargo Weight226
Gaw (Gross Axle Weight)226
Gawr (Gross Axle Weight Rating)227
Gvw (Gross Vehicle Weight)227
Gvwr (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)227
Gcw (Gross Combined Weight)229
Gcwr (Gross Combined Weight Rating)229
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight229
Steps For Determining The Correct Load Limit230
Trailer Towing231
Preparing To Tow231
Hitches231
Safety Chains231
Trailer Brakes232
Trailer Lamps232
Driving While You Tow232
Servicing After Towing233
Trailer Towing Tips233
Recreational Towing233
Front-Wheel Drive (Fwd) Vehicles233
All-Wheel Drive (Awd) Vehicles234
Driving235
Starting235
Positions Of The Ignition (If Equipped)235
Starting Your Vehicle235
Important Safety Precautions236
Starting The Engine237
Push Button Start System (If Equipped)238
Ignition Modes238
Back-Up Method Of Starting239
Fast Restart Feature239
Switching The Vehicle Off When Not In Park240
Absence Of The Intelligent Access Key240
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes240
Important Ventilating Information240
Engine Block Heater (If Equipped)241
Brakes242
How To Use The Engine Block Heater242
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)243
Using Abs243
Brake Assist243
Abs Warning Lamp243
Parking Brake244
Advancetrac Stability Enhancement System245
Traction Control System (Tcs)247
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)247
Switching Off Advancetrac248
Advancetrac Features248
Steering249
Advancetrac Sport Mode249
3.5L V6 Engine250
Brake-Shift Interlock251
Automatic Transmission Operation252
Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning252
Understanding The Gearshift Positions Of The 6–Speed Automatic Transmission With Transmission Control Switch (If Equipped)253
Understanding The Gearshift Positions Of The 6–Speed With Selectshift Automatic Transmission (Sst) (If Equipped)255
Paddle Shifters256
Reverse Sensing System (If Equipped)257
Recommended Shift Speeds257
Rearview Camera System (If Equipped)259
Image Delay If Displayed Through The Rear View Mirror260
Image Delay If Displayed Through The Navigation Screen260
Night Time And Dark Area Use261
Servicing261
Collision Warning System (If Equipped)261
Operation262
Collision Warning System Limitations262
Activating/Deactivating Collision Warning System263
Blind Spot Information System (Blis ) With Cross Traffic Alert (Cta) (If Equipped)264
Blis False Alerts266
Cross Traffic Alert (Cta) System Operation266
Cta Detection Limitations268
Cta False Alerts268
Cta And Reverse Sensing System (Rss) Interaction268
Blis And/Or Cta On/Off And Disable Operation268
Blis And/Or Cta Fault Operation269
All Wheel Drive (Awd) System (If Equipped)270
Trailer Tow False Alerts270
Day And Night Brightness270
Driving On Slippery Surfaces With Awd Vehicles271
Basic Operating Principles272
If Your Vehicle Goes Off The Edge Of The Pavement272
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck272
Emergency Maneuvers273
Awd Systems (If Equipped)273
Sand273
Mud And Water274
Driving Through Deep Water May Damage The Engine Or Transmission274
Driving On Hilly Or Sloping Terrain274
Driving On Snow And Ice275
Maintenance And Modifications276
Driving Through Water277
Roadside Emergencies278
Getting Roadside Assistance278
Using Roadside Assistance278
Hazard Flasher Control279
Fuel Pump Shut-Off279
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating And Color280
Fuses And Relays280
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel281
Fuses Codes282
Power Distribution Box284
High-Current Fuses285
Changing The Tires288
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information288
Stopping And Securing The Vehicle290
Removing The Spare Tire And Jack291
Tire Change Procedure291
Stowing The Tire And Jack294
If You Are Stowing The Flat Tire295
Temporary Mobility Kit (If Equipped)295
General Information296
Tips For Use Of The Temporary Mobility Kit297
What To Do When A Tire Is Punctured298
First Stage: Reinflating The Tire With Sealing Compound And Air298
What To Do After The Tire Has Been Sealed301
Installation Of The Sealant Canister To The Temporary Mobility Kit302
Removal Of The Sealant Canister From The Temporary Mobility Kit302
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications303
Running Out Of Fuel304
Jump Starting305
Preparing Your Vehicle305
Connecting The Jumper Cables306
Removing The Jumper Cables307
Wrecker Towing308
2011 Taurus308
Emergency Towing309
Customer Assistance310
The Better Business Bureau (Bbb) Auto Line Program312
Utilizing The Mediation/Arbitration Program313
Getting Assistance Outside The U.s. And Canada314
Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)316
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)316
Cleaning317
Washing The Exterior317
Exterior Chrome317
Waxing317
Paint Chips318
Aluminum Wheels And Wheel Covers318
Engine318
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts320
Windows And Wiper Blades320
Instrument Panel/Interior Trim And Cluster Lens321
Interior322
Leather Seats323
Leather Seats For The King Ranch Edition Only323
Scratches324
Conditioning324
Underbody324
Ford And Lincoln Mercury Car Care Products324
Maintenance And Specifications326
Service Recommendations326
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle326
Working With The Engine Off326
Opening The Hood327
Identifying Components In The Engine Compartment328
Windshield Washer Fluid330
Engine Shield330
Changing The Wiper Blades331
Engine Oil331
Checking The Engine Oil331
Adding Engine Oil333
Engine Oil And Filter Recommendations333
Use Sae 5W-20 Engine Oil333
Battery335
Checking Engine Coolant337
Adding Engine Coolant338
Recycled Engine Coolant340
Coolant Refill Capacity340
Severe Climates341
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling341
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works342
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated342
Fuel Filter343
What You Should Know About Automotive Fuels343
Fuel Information343
Refueling345
Easy Fuel "No Cap" Fuel System345
Choosing The Right Fuel347
Octane Recommendations347
Fuel Quality347
Cleaner Air348
Refilling With A Portable Fuel Container348
Essentials Of Good Fuel Economy349
Measuring Techniques349
Filling The Tank350
Calculating Fuel Economy350
Driving Style — Good Driving And Fuel Economy Habits351
Habits351
Emission Control System352
On-Board Diagnostics (Obd-Ii)353
Readiness For Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing354
Power Steering Fluid (Except Sho Engine)355
Brake Fluid356
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid356
Low Fluid Level359
Correct Fluid Level359
High Fluid Level359
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels360
Air Filter361
Changing The Air Filter Element361
Vehicle Storage362
Removing Vehicle From Storage364
Motorcraft Part Numbers365
Maintenance Product Specifications And Capacities366
Engine Data369
Engine Drivebelt Routing369
Identifying Your Vehicle370
Safety Compliance Certification Label370
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)371
Transmission Code Designations372
Accessories373
Peace Of Mind374
Ford Extended Service Plan375
Scheduled Maintenance Guide379
General Maintenance Information379
Oil, Fluids And Flushing380
Genuine Ford Parts And Service381
Convenience381
Factory-Trained Technicians381
Genuine Ford And Motorcraft Replacement Parts381
Owner Checks And Services382
Maximum Oil Change Interval382
Engine Coolant Change Interval382
Check Every Month382
Multi-Point Inspection383
Normal Scheduled Maintenance And Log385
Maintenance Schedule Log389
Special Operating Conditions392
Towing A Trailer Or Using A Camper Or Car-Top Carrier392
Operating In Dusty Conditions Such As Unpaved Or Dusty Roads394
Exclusive Use Of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles Only)394
Special Operating Condition Log395
Exceptions397
Normal Vehicle Axle Maintenance397
Police/Taxi/Livery Vehicle Axle Maintenance397
California Fuel Filter Replacement397
Coolant Change Record398
Engine Coolant398
Engine Coolant Change Log399
Index400