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Ford 2005 Taurus Owner's Manual

Ford 2005 Taurus Owner's Manual (257 pages)

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 2.53 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
1
Introduction

4
Instrument Cluster

10
- Warning and Control Lights
  10
  - Service Engine Soon Light
    10
  - Check Fuel Cap Light
    10
  - Brake System Warning Light
    11
  - Anti-Lock Brake System Light
    11
  - Air Bag Readiness Light
    11
  - Safety Belt Chime
    11
  - Engine Oil Pressure Light
    12
  - Speed Control Light
    12
  - Securilock Anti-Theft System Light
    12
  - Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime
    12
- Gauges
  13
  - Speedometer
    13
  - Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
    13
  - Tachometer
    14
  - Fuel Gauge
    14
  - Odometer
    14
  - Trip Odometer
    14
Entertainment Systems

15
Climate Controls

23
Lights

29
- Autolamp Control
  29
- Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
  29
- Headlamp Control
  29
- Flash to Pass
  30
- High Beams
  30
- Panel Dimmer Control
  30
- Aiming the Headlamps
  31
- Vertical Aim Adjustment
  31
- Interior Lamps
  32
- Map Lamps/Dome Lamp
  32
- Turn Signal Control
  32
  - Map Lamps (with Moon Roof)
    33
  - Rear Dome Lamp (Wagon Only)
    33
- Bulb Replacement
  34
Driver Controls

44
- Multi-Function Lever
  44
- Rear Window Wiper and Washer (Wagon Only)
  44
- Windshield Wiper
  44
- Changing the Wiper Blades
  45
- Auxiliary Power Point (12Vdc)
  46
- Illuminated Visor Mirror
  46
- Steering Wheel Adjustment
  46
  - Tilt Steering Wheel
    46
  - Cigar/Cigarette Lighter
    47
  - One Touch down
    47
- Power Windows
  47
  - Accessory Delay
    48
  - Automatic Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror
    48
- Mirrors
  48
  - Window Lock
    48
  - Heated Outside Mirrors
    49
  - Power Side View Mirrors
    49
- Speed Control
  49
- Message Center
  57
  - Selectable Features
    57
  - Average Fuel Economy (AFE)
    58
  - Distance to Empty/Average Fuel Economy for FFV-Equipped Vehicles
    58
  - Compass Display
    59
  - Outside Air Temperature
    59
  - Trip Elapsed Drive Time
    59
  - Compass Zone/Calibration Adjustment
    60
  - Language
    61
  - Setup Menu
    61
  - System Check
    62
  - Units (English/Metric)
    62
  - System Warnings
    63
  - Cell Phone Use
    66
  - Center Console
    66
  - Interior Trunk Control (Sedans)
    67
  - Positive Retention Floor Mat
    67
  - Cargo Area Features
    68
  - Cargo Net (if Equipped) (Wagon)
    68
  - Liftgate (Wagon Only)
    68
  - Storage Compartment (Wagon)
    68
  - Rewinding the Shade
    69
  - To Install the Shade
    69
  - Cargo Utility Hooks (Sedan)
    70
  - Luggage Rack (Wagon)
    70
Locks and Security

71
- Keys
  71
  - Power Door Locks
    71
  - Autolock
    71
  - Smart Unlocking Feature
    72
  - Childproof Door Locks
    72
  - Interior Luggage Compartment Release
    73
  - Remote Entry System
    74
  - Unlocking the Doors
    74
  - Locking the Doors
    75
  - Sounding a Panic Alarm
    75
  - Opening the Trunk
    75
  - Replacing the Battery
    75
  - Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters
    76
  - How to Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters
    77
  - Illuminated Entry
    77
  - Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry
    78
  - Deactivating/Activating Perimeter Lamps
    78
  - Keyless Entry System
    79
  - Programming a Personal Entry Code
    79
  - Erasing Personal Codes
    80
  - Unlocking and Locking the Doors Using Keyless Entry
    80
  - Relock
    80
  - Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
    81
  - To Deactivate/Reactivate the Autolock Feature Using the Power Door Unlock Control
    81
  - Theft Indicator
    82
  - Automatic Arming
    82
  - Automatic Disarming
    82
  - Replacement Keys
    82
  - Programming Spare Keys
    83
  - Perimeter Alarm System
    84
  - Arming the System
    84
  - Disarming the System
    85
  - Triggering the Anti-Theft System
    85
Seating and Safety Restraints

86
Tires, Wheels and Loading

129
- Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
  129
- Traction AA a B C
  129
- Treadwear
  129
- Glossary of Tire Terminology
  130
- Temperature a B C
  130
- Tire Information
  130
- Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires
  131
- Tire Inflation
  131
  - Inflating Your Tires
    132
  - Inspecting Your Tires
    132
  - Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure
    132
- Changing Tires
  134
  - Temporary Spare Tire Information
    134
  - Tire Replacement Requirements
    134
  - Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
    135
  - Tire Change Procedure
    136
  - Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
    139
  - Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
    140
  - Information on "P" Type Tires
    140
  - Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for “LT” Type Tires
    143
  - Information on “T” Type Tires
    144
  - Location of the Tire Label
    144
  - Tire Care
    144
  - Tire Wear
    145
  - Highway Hazards
    146
  - Safety Practices
    146
  - Tire and Wheel Alignment
    146
  - Tire Rotation
    147
  - Snow Tires and Chains
    148
  - Base Curb Weight
    149
  - Vehicle Curb Weight
    149
  - Vehicle Loading - with and Without a Trailer
    149
  - Payload
    150
  - Cargo Weight
    151
  - GAW (Gross Axle Weight)
    152
  - GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
    152
  - GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
    152
  - GCW (Gross Combined Weight)
    153
  - GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
    153
  - GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
    153
  - Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
    154
  - Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
    154
- Trailer Towing
  155
  - Hitches
    156
  - Preparing to Tow
    156
  - Driving While You Tow
    157
  - Safety Chains
    157
  - Trailer Brakes
    157
  - Trailer Lamps
    157
  - All Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Vehicles
    158
- Recreational Towing
  158
- Trailer Towing Tips
  158
Driving

159
- Starting
  159
- Brakes
  163
  - Using the Engine Block Heater
    163
  - Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
    163
  - Important Ventilating Information
    163
  - Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
    164
  - Using ABS
    164
  - ABS Warning Lamp
    164
- Traction Control
  165
  - Parking Brake
    165
  - Park Brake Warning Chime
    165
  - Steering
    166
  - Automatic Transaxle Operation
    167
  - Brake-Shift Interlock
    167
- Transmission Operation
  167
  - Driving with an Automatic Overdrive Transaxle
    168
  - Understanding the Gearshift Positions of the 4–Speed Automatic Transaxle
    169
  - P (Park)
    169
  - R (Reverse)
    170
  - N (Neutral)
    170
  - D (Drive)
    170
  - 1 (First)
    170
  - Driving through Water
    171
  - If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
    171
Roadside Emergencies

172
- Getting Roadside Assistance
  172
- Hazard Flasher Switch
  173
- Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
  173
- Fuses and Relays
  175
  - Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
    176
  - The Fuses Are Coded as Follows (Table)
    176
  - Power Distribution Box
    179
  - Power Distribution Box
    180
  - The High-Current Fuses Are Coded as Follows (Table)
    180
  - Relays
    181
- Jump Starting
  182
  - Connecting the Jumper Cables
    183
  - Jump Starting Procedure
    185
  - Removing the Jumper Cables
    185
- Wrecker Towing
  187
Customer Assistance

189
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
  197
Cleaning

198
- Washing the Exterior
  198
- Waxing
  198
- Paint Chips
  198
- Aluminium Wheels and Wheel Covers
  199
- Engine Cleaning
  199
- Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
  200
- 3.0L Vulcan Engine
  200
- 3.0L Duratec Engine
  200
- Windows and Wiper Blades Cleaning
  201
- Instrument Panel and Cluster Lens Cleaning
  201
- Interior Cleaning
  201
- Leather Seats Cleaning
  202
- Interior Trim Cleaning
  202
- Underbody Cleaning
  202
- Forn and Lincoln Mercury Car Care Products
  203
Maintenance and Specifications

204
- Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
  204
- Service Recommendations
  204
- Working with the Engine off
  204
- Opening the Hood
  205
- Working with the Engine on
  205
- Engine Compartment Components - 3.0L V6 Vulcan Engine
  206
- Engine Compartment Components - 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec Engine
  207
- Windshield Washing Fluid
  208
- Checking and Adding Washer Fluid for the Liftgate (Wagon)
  209
- Checking the Engine Oil
  209
- Engine Oil
  209
  - Adding Engine Oil
    211
  - Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
    212
- Battery
  213
- Checking Engine Coolant
  215
- Engine Coolant
  215
  - Adding Engine Coolant
    216
  - Recycled Engine Coolant
    218
  - Coolant Refill Capacity
    219
  - Severe Climates
    219
- Fuel Information
  220
  - What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
    220
  - Refueling
    222
  - Choosing the Right Fuel
    223
  - Fuel Filler Cap
    223
  - FFV Engine
    224
  - Fuel Quality
    224
  - Octane Recommendations
    224
  - Unleaded Gasoline Engines
    224
  - Cleaner Air
    225
  - Running out of Fuel
    225
  - Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
    226
  - Filling the Tank
    226
  - Fuel Filter
    226
  - Measuring Techniques
    226
  - Calculating Fuel Economy
    227
  - Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
    227
  - Conditions
    228
  - Maintenance
    228
  - Emission Control System
    229
  - EPA Window Sticker
    229
  - On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
    230
  - Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
    231
  - Power Steering Fluid
    232
  - Brake Fluid
    234
  - Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
    234
  - Transmission Fluid
    234
  - Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
    235
  - Correct Fluid Level
    235
  - High Fluid Level
    235
  - Low Fluid Level
    235
- Part Numbers
  236
- Refill Capacities
  237
- Lubricant Specifications
  238
  - Engine Data
    240
  - Vehicle Dimensions
    240
  - Certification Label
    242
  - Identifying Your Vehicle
    242
  - Engine Number
    243
  - Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
    243
  - Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations
    244
Accessories

245
Index

247

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Ford 2005 Taurus Owner's Manual

Ford 2005 Taurus Owner's Manual (249 pages)

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 2.57 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
1
Introduction

4
Instrument Cluster

10
- Warning and Control Lights
  10
  - Service Engine Soon
    10
  - Check Fuel Cap
    10
  - Brake System Warning Light
    11
  - Anti-Lock Brake System
    11
  - Air Bag Readiness
    11
  - Safety Belt
    11
  - Engine Oil Pressure
    12
  - Traction Control Active
    12
  - Speed Control
    12
  - Securilock Anti-Theft System
    12
- Gauges
  13
  - Speedometer
    13
  - Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
    13
  - Tachometer
    14
  - Fuel Gauge
    14
  - Odometer
    14
  - Trip Odometer
    14
  - Am/Fm Stereo Cassette/Mach Audio System with Am/Fm Stereo Cassette (if Equipped)
    15
Entertainment Systems

15
- AM/FM Stereo with CD
  18
  - CD Changer (if Equipped)
    20
  - Radio Frequencies
    21
  - Radio Reception Factors
    21
  - Cassette/Player Care
    21
  - CD/CD Player Care
    22
  - Audio System Warranty and Service
    22
Climate Controls

23
Lights

29
Driver Controls

45
- Multi-Function Lever
  45
- Windshield Washer
  45
- Windshield Wiper
  45
- Changing the Wiper Blades
  46
- Auxiliary Power Point (12Vdc)
  47
- Illuminated Visor Mirror (if Equipped)
  47
- Steering Wheel Adjustment
  47
  - Tilt Steering Wheel
    47
  - One Touch down
    48
- Power Windows
  48
- Mirrors
  49
- Message Center
  57
  - Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
    57
  - Distance to Empty (DTE)
    58
  - Odometer/Trip Odometer
    58
  - Reset
    58
  - Selectable Features
    58
  - Average Fuel Economy (AFE)
    59
  - Distance to Empty/Average Fuel Economy for FFV-Equipped Vehicles
    59
  - Trip Elapsed Drive Time
    59
  - Compass Display (if Equipped)
    60
  - Compass Zone/Calibration Adjustment
    60
  - Outside Air Temperature (if Equipped)
    60
  - Language
    62
  - Setup Menu
    62
  - System Check
    63
  - System Warnings
    63
  - Units (English/Metric)
    63
  - Center Console
    66
  - Cell Phone Use
    67
  - Interior Trunk Control (Sedans)
    68
  - Liftgate (Wagon Only)
    68
  - Positive Retention Floor Mat
    68
  - Cargo Area Features
    69
  - Cargo Cover (if Equipped) (Wagon)
    69
  - Cargo Net (if Equipped) (Wagon)
    69
  - Storage Compartment (Wagon)
    69
  - Rewinding the Shade
    70
  - Cargo Utility Hooks (Sedan)
    71
  - Luggage Rack (if Equipped) (Wagon)
    71
Locks and Security

72
- Keys
  72
Seating and Safety Restraints

87
Tires, Wheels and Loading

130
- Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
  130
- Traction AA a B C
  130
- Treadwear
  130
- Glossary of Tire Terminology
  131
- Temperature a B C
  131
- Tire Information
  131
- Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires
  132
- Tire Inflation
  132
  - Inflating Your Tires
    133
  - Inspecting Your Tires
    133
  - Changing the Tires
    135
  - Temporary Spare Tire Information
    135
  - Tire Replacement Requirements
    135
  - Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information (if Equipped)
    136
  - Tire Change Procedure
    137
  - Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
    140
  - Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
    141
  - Information on “P” Type Tires
    141
  - Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for “LT” Type Tires
    144
  - Information on “T” Type Tires
    145
  - Location of the Tire Label
    145
  - Tire Care
    146
  - Tire Wear
    146
  - Highway Hazards
    147
  - Safety Practices
    147
  - Tire and Wheel Alignment
    147
  - Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
    148
  - Tire Rotation
    148
  - Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
    149
  - Base Curb Weight
    150
  - Snow Tires and Chains
    150
  - Vehicle Loading – with and Without a Trailer
    150
  - Payload
    151
  - Vehicle Curb Weight
    151
  - Cargo Weight
    152
  - GAW (Gross Axle Weight)
    153
  - GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
    153
  - GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
    153
  - GCW (Gross Combined Weight)
    154
  - GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
    154
  - GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
    154
  - Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
    155
  - Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
    155
- Trailer Towing
  156
  - Hitches
    157
  - Preparing to Tow
    157
  - Safety Chains
    157
  - Driving While You Tow
    158
  - Servicing after Towing
    158
  - Trailer Brakes
    158
  - Trailer Lamps
    158
  - All Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Vehicles
    159
- Recreational Towing
  159
Driving

160
- Starting
  160
- Brakes
  164
  - Using the Engine Block Heater (if Equipped)
    164
  - Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
    164
  - Important Ventilating Information
    164
  - Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) (if Equipped)
    165
  - Using ABS
    165
  - ABS Warning Lamp
    165
- Traction Control
  166
  - Parking Brake
    166
  - Park Brake Warning Chime
    166
  - Steering
    167
  - Automatic Transaxle Operation
    168
  - Brake-Shift Interlock
    168
- Transmission Operation
  168
Roadside Emergencies

173
- Getting Roadside Assistance
  173
- Using Roadside Assistance
  173
- Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
  174
- Hazard Flasher Switch
  174
- Fuses and Relays
  176
  - Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
    177
  - Fuses Codes
    177
  - Power Distribution Box
    179
  - Power Distribution Box
    180
  - High-Current Fuses
    180
  - Jump Starting Your Vehicle
    182
  - Preparing Your Vehicle
    182
  - Connecting the Jumper Cables
    183
  - Jump Starting
    184
  - Removing the Jumper Cables
    185
- Wrecker Towing
  187
Customer Assistance

188
- Additional Assistance
  189
- Making a Decision
  193
- Oral Presentations
  193
- Ford Extended Service Plan
  194
- Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program
  194
- Getting Assistance Outside the U.s. and Canada
  195
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
  196
Cleaning

197
- Washing the Exterior
  197
- Waxing
  197
- Paint Chips
  197
- Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
  198
- Engine
  198
- Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
  199
- Windows and Wiper Blades
  200
- Instrument Panel and Cluster Lens
  200
- Interior
  200
- Leather Seats (if Equipped)
  201
- Interior Trim
  201
- Underbody
  201
- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Car Care Products
  202
- Service Recommendations
  203
- Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
  203
- Working with the Engine off
  203
Maintenance and Specifications

203
- Opening the Hood
  204
- Working with the Engine on
  204
- Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
  205
- Windshield Washer Fluid
  207
- Checking and Adding Washer Fluid for the Liftgate (Wagon)
  208
- Checking the Engine Oil
  208
- Adding Engine Oil
  210
- Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
  211
- Battery
  212
  - Checking Engine Coolant
    214
  - Engine Coolant
    214
  - Adding Engine Coolant
    215
  - Recycled Engine Coolant
    217
  - Coolant Refill Capacity
    218
  - Severe Climates
    218
- Fuel Information
  219
  - What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
    219
  - Fuel Filler Cap
    221
  - Choosing the Right Fuel
    222
  - FFV Engine (if Equipped)
    223
  - Fuel Quality
    223
  - Octane Recommendations
    223
  - Unleaded Gasoline Engines
    223
  - Cleaner Air
    224
  - Fuel Filter
    224
  - Running out of Fuel
    224
  - Calculating Fuel Economy
    225
  - Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
    225
  - Filling the Tank
    225
  - Measuring Techniques
    225
  - Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
    226
  - Habits
    226
  - Conditions
    227
  - EPA Window Sticker
    227
  - Maintenance
    227
  - Emission Control System
    228
  - On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
    229
  - Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
    229
  - Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
    230
  - 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec Engine
    231
  - 3.0L V6 Vulcan Engine
    231
  - Brake Fluid Reservoir
    232
  - Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
    232
  - Transmission Fluid
    232
  - Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
    233
  - Correct Fluid Level
    233
  - High Fluid Level
    233
  - Low Fluid Level
    233
  - Motorcraft Part Numbers
    234
- Refill Capacities
  235
- Lubricant Specifications
  236
  - Engine Data
    237
  - Vehicle Dimensions
    237
  - Certification Label
    239
  - Identifying Your Vehicle
    239
  - Engine Number
    240
  - Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
    240
Accessories

241
Index

243

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