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2017 OWNER'S MANUAL

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October 2016

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Owner's Manual

Taurus

Litho in U.S.A.

HG1J 19A321 AA

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Page 1 2017 OWNER’S MANUAL owner.ford.com ford.ca October 2016 First Printing Owner’s Manual Taurus Litho in U.S.A. HG1J 19A321 AA...
Page 2 No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our written permission. Errors and omissions excepted. © Ford Motor Company 2016 All rights reserved. Part Number: 20160909193046...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Driver and Passenger Airbags....39 Data Recording..........9 Front Passenger Sensing System....40 California Proposition 65......11 Side Airbags.............42 Perchlorate............11 Safety Canopy ..........43 Ford Credit............11 Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator..44 Replacement Parts Recommendation........12 Airbag Disposal..........45 Special Notices..........12 Keys and Remote Controls Mobile Communications Equipment.............13 General Information on Radio Export Unique Options........13...
Page 5 Table of Contents Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles Audible Warnings and Indicators.....88 With: Power Adjustable Steering Column............66 Information Displays Audio Control...........67 General Information........89 Voice Control...........68 Information Messages.........98 Cruise Control..........68 Information Display Control......68 Climate Control Heated Steering Wheel.......68 Manual Climate Control......109 Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles Pedals Without: Touchscreen Display.....110...
Page 6 Table of Contents Overhead Console........136 Parking Aids Principle of Operation.........170 Starting and Stopping the Rear Parking Aid..........170 Engine Active Park Assist...........171 General Information........137 Rear View Camera........175 Ignition Switch..........137 Keyless Starting..........137 Cruise Control Starting a Gasoline Engine.......138 Principle of Operation.........178 Engine Block Heater........141 Using Cruise Control........178 Using Adaptive Cruise Control....179 Fuel and Refueling...
Page 7 Table of Contents Jump Starting the Vehicle......216 Brake Fluid Check.........251 Post-Crash Alert System......218 Power Steering Fluid Check......251 Washer Fluid Check........251 Customer Assistance Fuel Filter............252 Getting the Services You Need....219 Changing the 12V Battery......252 In California (U.S. Only)......220 Checking the Wiper Blades.....254 The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Changing the Wiper Blades.....254 Line Program (U.S.
Page 8 3 Troubleshooting.....430 Transmission Code Designation....303 Capacities and Specifications - 2.0L Accessories EcoBoost ..........304 Accessories............443 Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Duratec............307 Ford Protect Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost ..........311 Ford Protect..........445 Audio System Scheduled Maintenance General Information........315 General Maintenance Information..447 Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/ Normal Scheduled Maintenance..450...
Page 9 Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 10: Introduction
Introduction ABOUT THIS MANUAL Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you take some time to get to know your vehicle by reading this manual. The more that you know about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from driving it.
Page 11 Introduction Cabin air filter Front airbag E67017 Front fog lamps Check fuel cap Fuel pump reset Child safety door lock or unlock Fuse compartment Child seat lower anchor Hazard warning flashers Child seat tether anchor Heated rear window Cruise control E71340 Heated windshield Do not open when hot...
Page 12: Data Recording
In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company Power window lockout (Ford of Canada in Canada), and service and repair facilities may access or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received through a direct...
Page 13 Ford of Canada privacy policy at is recorded by the event data recorder www.ford.ca, including our U.S. data under normal driving conditions and no storage and use of service providers in personal data or information (e.g., name,...
Page 14: California Proposition 65
Terms and Conditions. See SYNC (page 327). US Only Ford Credit offers a full range of financing and lease plans to help you acquire your vehicle. If you have financed or leased your vehicle through Ford Credit, thank you for your business.
Page 15: Replacement Parts Recommendation
A great way to know for sure you are getting this level Call 1-800-727-7000. of protection is to use genuine Ford For more information about Ford Credit replacement collision parts. and access to the Account Manager, go to Warranty on Replacement Parts www.fordcredit.com.
Page 16: Mobile Communications Equipment
We do not recommend appropriately used, particularly in or endorse the use of aftermarket plug-in emergency situations. Safety must be devices unless approved by Ford. The paramount when using mobile vehicle Warranty will not cover damage communications equipment to avoid caused by an aftermarket plug-in device.
Page 17 Introduction recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. This Owner’s Manual is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for export. Refer to this Owner’s Manual for all other required information and warnings.
Page 18: Environment
Environment PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT You must play your part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps toward this aim. Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 19: At A Glance
At a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW E231247 Air vent. Wiper lever. See Windshield Wipers (page 70). Direction indicators. See Direction Indicators (page 76). Information display control. See Information Display Control (page 68). Instrument cluster. See Instrument Cluster (page 83). Information display control. See Information Display Control (page 68). Audio system.
Page 20 At a Glance Audio control. See Audio Control (page 67). Horn. Steering wheel adjustment See Adjusting the Steering Wheel (page 66). Hood release. See Opening and Closing the Hood (page 236). Cruise control switches. See Using Cruise Control (page 178). Lighting control.
Page 21: Child Safety
Child Safety GENERAL INFORMATION WARNINGS Technician (CPST) to make sure that you See the following sections for directions properly install the child restraint in your on how to properly use safety restraints vehicle and that you consult your for children. pediatrician to make sure you have a child restraint appropriate for your child.
Page 22: Installing Child Restraints
Child Safety Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child Child size, height, weight, or age Recommended restraint type Use a child safety seat Infants or Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less (sometimes called an toddlers (generally age four or younger). infant carrier, convertible seat, or toddler seat).
Page 23 Child Safety Use a child safety seat (sometimes called • Place the vehicle seat upon which the an infant carrier, convertible seat, or child restraint will be installed in the toddler seat) for infants, toddlers, or upright position. children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less •...
Page 24 Child Safety 2. After positioning the child safety seat in the proper seating position, pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together behind the belt tongue. E142875 5. To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until you pull all of the belt out.
Page 25 Child Safety Using Lower Anchors and Tethers 8. Remove remaining slack from the belt. for CHildren (LATCH) Force the seat down with extra weight, for example, by pressing down or WARNINGS kneeling on the child restraint while pulling up on the shoulder belt in order Do not attach two child safety to force slack from the belt.
Page 26 Child Safety Child Restraint Positioning for LATCH Lower Anchors All of the LATCH lower anchors are equally spaced, 11 in (28 cm) apart, allowing for the following child restraint positioning: • If you install a single child restraint using the LATCH lower anchors, you can install it at any rear seating position.
Page 27 Child Safety Contact the manufacturer of your child restraint for information about ordering a tether strap, or to obtain a longer tether strap if the tether strap on your safety seat does not reach the appropriate top tether anchor in your vehicle. Once you install the child safety seat using either the seatbelt, the lower anchors of the LATCH system, or both, you can attach...
Page 28: Booster Seats
Child Safety 5. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer's instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases. If your child restraint system has a tether strap, and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use, we also recommend its use.
Page 29 Child Safety If your backless booster seat has a • High back booster seats removable shield, remove the shield. If a If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot vehicle seating position has a low seat find a seating position that adequately back or no head restraint, a backless supports your child's head, a high back booster seat may place your child's head...
Page 30: Child Restraint Positioning
Child Safety E142597 WARNINGS If the booster seat slides on the vehicle provided for installation and use in seat upon which it is being used, placing a conjunction with the instructions and rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet warnings provided by your vehicle liner under the booster seat may improve manufacturer.
Page 31: Child Safety Locks
Child Safety WARNINGS WARNINGS To avoid risk of injury, do not leave children or pets unattended in your vehicle. Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children Use any attachment method as indicated below by X LATCH LATCH Safety belt Safety belt Safety belt Combined...
Page 32 Child Safety E112197 The childproof locks are located on the rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door. Left-Hand Side Turn counterclockwise to lock and clockwise to unlock. Right-Hand Side Turn clockwise to lock and counterclockwise to unlock.
Page 33: Seatbelts
Seatbelts PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION WARNINGS When possible, all children 12 years old and under should be properly WARNINGS restrained in a rear seating position. Always drive and ride with your Failure to follow this could seriously seatback upright and the lap belt increase the risk of injury or death.
Page 34: Fastening The Seatbelts
Seatbelts The seatbelt pretensioners at the front seating positions are designed to tighten the seatbelts when activated. In frontal and near-frontal crashes, the seatbelt pretensioners may be activated alone or, if the crash is of sufficient severity, together with the front airbags. The pretensioners may also activate when the Safety Canopy is deployed.
Page 35 Seatbelts Pregnant women should always wear their In addition, the retractor is designed to lock seatbelt. Position the lap belt portion of a if the webbing is pulled out too quickly. If combination lap and shoulder belt low this occurs, let the belt retract slightly and across the hips below the belly and worn pull the webbing out again in a slow and as tight as comfort allows.
Page 36: Seatbelt Height Adjustment
Seatbelts Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the seatbelt 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 turn on the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode.
Page 37: Seatbelt Reminder
Seatbelts The system uses information from the SEATBELT REMINDER front passenger sensing system to determine if a front seat passenger is Belt-Minder present and therefore potentially in need This feature supplements the safety belt of a warning. To avoid activating the warning function by providing additional Belt-Minder feature for objects you place reminders that intermittently sound a tone...
Page 38: Child Restraint And Seatbelt Maintenance
Seatbelts Deactivating and Activating the 3. For the seating position you are Belt-Minder Feature switching off, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times at a moderate WARNING speed, ending in the unbuckled state. After Step 3, the safety belt warning While the system allows you to light turns on.
Page 39: Seatbelt Extension
Ford seatbelts. Ask your damage or improper operation is noted. authorized dealer if your extension is compatible with your Ford vehicle restraint Properly care for safety belts.
Page 40: Personal Safety System
Personal Safety System How Does the Personal Safety The Personal Safety System provides an System Work? improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is The Personal Safety System can adapt the designed to help further reduce the risk of deployment strategy of the safety devices airbag-related injuries.
Page 41: Supplementary Restraints System
Supplementary Restraints System The airbags are a supplemental restraint PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION system and are designed to work with the safety belts to help protect the driver and WARNINGS right front passenger from certain upper Airbags do not inflate slowly or body injuries.
Page 42: Driver And Passenger Airbags
Supplementary Restraints System Proper Driver and Front Passenger DRIVER AND PASSENGER Seating Adjustment AIRBAGS WARNING WARNINGS National Highway Traffic Safety Never place your arm or any objects Administration (NHTSA) over an airbag module. Placing your recommends a minimum distance arm over a deploying airbag can of at least 10 inches (25 centimeters) result in serious arm fractures or other between an occupant’s chest and the...
Page 43: Front Passenger Sensing System
Supplementary Restraints System This system works with sensors that are part of the front passenger seat and safety belt to detect the presence of a properly-seated occupant and determine if the front passenger frontal airbag should be enabled (may inflate) or not. E142846 Children must always be properly restrained.
Page 44 Supplementary Restraints System • When the front passenger sensing • When the front passenger sensing system disables (will not inflate) the system enables the front passenger front passenger frontal airbag, the frontal airbag (may inflate), the passenger airbag status indicator will passenger airbag status indicator will illuminate the OFF lamp and stay lit to illuminate the ON lamp and remain...
Page 45: Side Airbags
In certain sideways crashes, the front airbag system to accommodate a airbag on the side affected by the crash person with disabilities, contact the Ford will be inflated. The airbag was designed Customer Relationship Center. See to inflate between the door panel and...
Page 46: Safety Canopy
Supplementary Restraints System WARNINGS All occupants of your vehicle, E67017 including the driver, should always • Crash sensors and monitoring system properly wear their seatbelts, even with readiness indicator. See Crash when an airbag supplemental restraint Sensors and Airbag Indicator (page system is provided.
Page 47: Crash Sensors And Airbag Indicator
Supplementary Restraints System CRASH SENSORS AND AIRBAG INDICATOR WARNING Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system, increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle.
Page 48: Airbag Disposal
Supplementary Restraints System If any of these things happen, even AIRBAG DISPOSAL intermittently, have the supplemental restraint system serviced at an authorized Contact your authorized dealer as soon as dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the possible. Airbags must be disposed of by system may not function properly in the qualified personnel.
Page 49: Keys And Remote Controls
Keys and Remote Controls Note: If you are in range, the remote control GENERAL INFORMATION ON will operate if you press any button RADIO FREQUENCIES unintentionally. Note: The remote control contains sensitive This device complies with Part 15 of the electrical components.
Page 50 Keys and Remote Controls Use the key blade to start your vehicle and unlock or lock the driver door from outside your vehicle. You can also use the key blade to lock and unlock the glove compartment. The transmitter portion functions as the remote control.
Page 51 Keys and Remote Controls The remote control uses one coin-type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. Integrated Keyhead Transmitter E142432 2. Twist a thin coin under the tab hidden behind the key blade head to remove the battery cover. Do not use the key blade to remove the cover or you could E235202 damage it.
Page 52 Keys and Remote Controls The horn sounds and the direction The remote start system does not work if indicators flash. We recommend you use any of the following occur: this method to locate your vehicle, rather • The ignition is on. than using the panic alarm.
Page 53: Replacing A Lost Key Or Remote Control
Keys and Remote Controls Memory Feature Note: If you remote start your vehicle with (If Equipped) an integrated keyhead transmitter, you must You can use the remote control to recall switch the ignition on before driving your memory settings for the driver seat, power vehicle.
Page 54: Mykey
MyKey • Driver assist features, if equipped on PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION your vehicle, are forced on: parking aid, blind spot information system (BLIS), MyKey allows you to program keys with cross traffic alert, lane departure restricted driving modes to promote good warning and forward collision warning driving habits.
Page 55: Creating A Mykey
MyKey • Various vehicle speed reminders so you equipped with these features). know when your vehicle approaches the limits. Warnings appear in the CREATING A MYKEY information display and an audible warning sounds when you exceed the Use the information display to create a limit.
Page 56: Clearing All Mykeys
MyKey Note: You can clear or change your MyKey CLEARING ALL MYKEYS settings at any time during the same key cycle as you created the MyKey. Once you You can clear or change your MyKey have switched the vehicle off, however, you settings using the information display will need an admin key to change or clear control on the steering wheel.
Page 57: Checking Mykey System Status
MyKey You can find information on programmed CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM MyKey(s) using the information display STATUS control on the steering wheel. See Information Displays (page 89). To find information on programmed MyKey(s), press the left arrow button to access the main menu and scroll to: Message Description Settings...
Page 58: Using Mykey With Remote Start Systems
Ford-approved, aftermarket remote start USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE systems. If you choose to install a remote START SYSTEMS start system, see an authorized dealer for a Ford-approved remote start system. MyKey is not compatible with non MYKEY TROUBLESHOOTING Condition Potential Causes I cannot create a MyKey.
Page 59 MyKey Condition Potential Causes I lost a key. Program a spare key. See Passive Anti-Theft System (page 64). MyKey distances do not accumulate. • The MyKey user is not using the MyKey. • An admin key holder cleared the MyKeys and created new MyKeys.
Page 60: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks you press the unlock button once. All door LOCKING AND UNLOCKING mode unlocks all doors when you press the unlock button once. The unlocking You can use the power door lock control mode applies to the remote control, or the remote control to lock and unlock keyless entry keypad and intelligent your vehicle.
Page 61 Doors and Locks Opening the Luggage Touch a locking sensor once to lock your Compartment vehicle and arm the alarm. There is a brief delay before you can unlock your vehicle With the Remote Control again. Note: Keep the door handle clean to make Press the button twice within sure the system operates correctly.
Page 62 Doors and Locks If both front doors are closed, you can lock • You shift into any gear putting your your vehicle by any method, regardless of vehicle in motion. whether the key is in the ignition or not. • Your vehicle attains a speed greater than 4 mph (7 km/h).
Page 63: Keyless Entry
Doors and Locks Illuminated Exit 6. Press the power door unlock control (If Equipped) and within five seconds, press the The interior lamps and some exterior power door lock control. The horn lamps illuminate when all doors are closed sounds once if disabled or twice if and you switch the ignition off.
Page 64 Doors and Locks To program additional personal entry codes, repeat steps 1 through 3, then for step 4: • Press 3·4 to save personal code 2. • Press 5·6 to save personal code 3. • Press 7·8 to save personal code 4. •...
Page 65: Interior Luggage Compartment Release
Doors and Locks The anti-scan feature turns off after any WARNINGS of the following occur: Do not leave children or animals • One minute of keypad inactivity. unattended in the vehicle. On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or •...
Page 66 Doors and Locks The handle is located inside the luggage compartment either on the luggage compartment door (lid) or near the tail lamps. It is composed of a material that will glow for hours in darkness following brief exposure to ambient light. Pull the handle and push up on the luggage compartment door (lid) to open from within the luggage compartment.
Page 67: Security
Note: Your vehicle comes equipped with two integrated keyhead transmitters or two Note: The system is not compatible with intelligent access keys. non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. The integrated keyhead transmitter Use of these systems may result in vehicle functions as a programmed ignition key...
Page 68: Anti-Theft Alarm
Security You must have two previously Programming a Spare Intelligent programmed coded keys and the new Access Key unprogrammed key readily accessible. See See your authorized dealer to have your authorized dealer to have the spare additional keys programmed to your key programmed if two previously vehicle.
Page 69: Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel ADJUSTING THE STEERING ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL - VEHICLES WITH: WHEEL - VEHICLES WITH: MANUAL ADJUSTABLE POWER ADJUSTABLE STEERING COLUMN STEERING COLUMN Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the WARNING correct position. See Sitting in the Correct Do not adjust the steering wheel Position (page 119).
Page 70: Audio Control
Steering Wheel End of Travel Position AUDIO CONTROL The steering column sets a stopping You can operate the following functions position just short of the end of the column with the control: position to prevent damage to the steering column. A new stopping position sets if the steering column encounters an object when tilting or telescoping.
Page 71: Voice Control
Steering Wheel Type 2 VOICE CONTROL (If Equipped) E173609 Phone mode. E173611 Voice recognition. See Cruise Control (page 178). See your SYNC information. INFORMATION DISPLAY CRUISE CONTROL CONTROL Type 1 E173617 See Information Displays (page 89). HEATED STEERING WHEEL E173610 Equipped) See your SYNC information.
Page 72: Pedals
Pedals (If Equipped) ADJUSTING THE PEDALS WARNING Never use the controls while your feet are on the accelerator and brake pedals and the vehicle is moving. You can find the control on the left side of the steering column. Press and hold the appropriate side of the control to move the pedals.
Page 73: Wipers And Washers
Wipers and Washers Note: Clean the windshield and wiper WINDSHIELD WIPERS blades if they begin to leave streaks or smears. If that does not resolve the issue, Note: Fully defrost the windshield before install new wiper blades. See Changing you switch the windshield wipers on. the Wiper Blades (page 254).
Page 74: Windshield Washers
Wipers and Washers Use the rotary control to adjust the Press the end of the wiper lever to activate sensitivity of the rain sensor. Set the the washer: control to low sensitivity, and the wipers • A brief press causes a single wipe will turn on when the rain sensor detects without washer fluid.
Page 75: Lighting
Lighting GENERAL INFORMATION LIGHTING CONTROL Condensation in Lamp Assemblies Exterior lamps have vents to accommodate normal changes in air 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.
Page 76: Autolamps
Lighting Headlamp Flasher If equipped, the following also activate when the lighting control is in the autolamps position and you switch them on in the information display: • Configurable daytime running lamps. • Automatic high beam control. • Adaptive headlamp control. The headlamps remain on for a period of time after you switch the ignition off.
Page 77: Instrument Lighting Dimmer
Lighting Follow the steps below to change the INSTRUMENT LIGHTING delay time (Steps 1 through 6 must be DIMMER done within 10 seconds): Switch the ignition off. Note: If you disconnect and connect the battery, or fully discharge and charge the 2.
Page 78: Automatic High Beam Control
Lighting The daytime running lamps turn on when: Note: Modification of the vehicle ride height such as using much larger tires, may The ignition is switched to the on degrade feature performance. position. A camera sensor, centrally mounted 2. The lighting control is in the off behind the windshield of your vehicle, position, parking lamps position or the continuously monitors conditions to decide...
Page 79: Direction Indicators
Lighting Manually Overriding the System INTERIOR LAMPS The lamps will switch on when you have met one of the following conditions: • You open any door. • You press a remote control button. • You press the outer edge of the clear lens on the front row map lamp.
Page 80 Lighting Second Row Map Lamps E224957 Reading lamps. The second row lamps light when: • Any door is open. • You press and hold the top of the instrument lighting dimmer switch past the first detent. • You press any of the remote entry controls and the ignition is in the off position.
Page 81: Windows And Mirrors
Windows and Mirrors Bounce-Back POWER WINDOWS The window will stop automatically while WARNINGS closing. It reverses some distance if there Do not leave children unattended in is an obstacle in the way. your vehicle and do not let them play Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature with the power windows.
Page 82: Global Opening
Windows and Mirrors GLOBAL OPENING (If Equipped) You can use the remote control to operate the windows with the ignition off. Note: You can enable or disable this feature in the information display, or see an authorized dealer. See General Information (page 89).
Page 83 Windows and Mirrors Puddle Lamps (If Equipped) The lamps on the bottom part of the mirror housing light when you use your transmitter to unlock the doors or when you open a door. Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors Equipped) WARNING Objects in the blind spot mirror are closer than they appear.
Page 84: Interior Mirror
Windows and Mirrors INTERIOR MIRROR SUN VISORS WARNING Do not adjust the mirror when your vehicle is moving. Note: Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum or ammonia-based cleaning products. You can adjust the interior mirror to your preference.
Page 85: Moonroof
Windows and Mirrors Opening and Closing the Moonroof E210946 The control is on the center console. E163063 The sun shade has a one-touch up and Press and release the SLIDE control to down feature. Press and release the open the moonroof. The moonroof will control to move the sun shade.
Page 86: Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster GAUGES Type 1 E215240 Tachometer. Information display. See General Information (page 89). Speedometer. Fuel gauge. Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 87 Instrument Cluster Type 2 E215227 Left information display. See General Information (page 89). Speedometer. Right information display. See your SYNC information. Fuel Gauge Information Display Note: The fuel gauge may vary slightly Odometer when your vehicle is moving or on a gradient. Located in the bottom of the information Switch the ignition on.
Page 88: Warning Lamps And Indicators
Instrument Cluster Adaptive Cruise Control • It may take a short time for the needle (If Equipped) to reach full after leaving the gas The speed control system station. This is normal and depends indicator light changes color to upon the slope of pavement at the gas E144524 indicate what mode the system station.
Page 89: Taurus (Cph) Canada/United States Of America, Enusa, First Printing
Instrument Cluster Brake System Engine Coolant Temperature It illuminates when you engage Illuminates when the engine the parking brake with the coolant temperature is high. E144522 ignition on. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. If it illuminates when you are driving, check See Engine Oil Check (page 241).
Page 90: Taurus (Cph) Canada/United States Of America, Enusa, First Printing
Instrument Cluster Heads Up Display Low Washer Fluid (If Equipped) It illuminates when the A red beam of lights illuminates windshield washer fluid is low. on the windshield in certain E132353 E156133 instances when using adaptive cruise control and/or the collision warning Parking Lamps system.
Page 91: Audible Warnings And Indicators
Instrument Cluster Keyless Warning Alert The service engine soon indicator light illuminates when you first switch on the Sounds the horn twice when you exit your ignition before engine start to check the vehicle with the intelligent access key, after bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle the last door is closed and your keyless is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)
Page 92: Information Displays
Information Displays Information Display Controls GENERAL INFORMATION (Type 1) WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of 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.
Page 93 Information Displays Trip 1 & 2 Note: Some options may appear slightly different or not at all if the items are You can access the menu using the optional. information display control. Trip 1 & 2 Digital Speedometer Trip Odometer Hold OK to Reset Trip Timer Average Fuel...
Page 94 Information Displays 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, gray for normal and red for hot.
Page 95 Information Displays Settings Compass Display DTE calcula- Normal or Towing tion Easy Entry/Exit Convenience Locks Autolock Autounlock Remote Unlock All Doors or Driver First Oil Life Remaining Life XXX% - Hold OK to Reset Reset Remote Climate Control Auto or Last Settings Start Seats and Wheel or Automatic or Off...
Page 96 Information Displays Settings Volume Limiter Do Not Always On or User Selectable Disturb Clear Hold OK to Clear All MyKeys MyKeys Note: Some MyKey items only appear if a • Press the up and down arrow buttons MyKey is set. to scroll through and highlight the options within a menu.
Page 97 Information Displays Display Mode Option 1 XXX mi (km) to empty, Fuel gauge and Total odometer Option 2 Round tachometer, Fuel gauge and Total odometer Option 3 Round tachometer, Engine coolant temp gauge, Fuel gauge and Total odometer Option 4 Digital speedometer, Fuel gauge and Total odometer Regardless of display mode chosen, when you use the SelectShift Automatic trans-...
Page 98 Information Displays Trip 1 & 2 Trip 1 & 2 Trip distance Elapsed trip time Average fuel economy Hold OK to Reset • Trip distance — shows the accumulated trip distance. • Elapsed trip time— timer stops when the vehicle is turned off and restarts when the vehicle is restarted.
Page 99 Information Displays Driver Assist Traction Control Blindspot Collision Warn Sensitivity High, Normal or Low Cross Traffic Alert Cruise Control Adaptive or Normal Driver Alert Driver Alert Driver Alert Disp. Front Park Aid Lane Keeping Mode Alert, Aid or Both Intensity High, Normal or Low Rear Park Aid Note: Some items are optional and may...
Page 100 Information Displays Settings Remote Climate Control Auto or Last Settings Start Seats and Wheel or Automatic or Off Front Seats Duration 5, 10 or 15 minutes System Tire Mobility 1 Year, 2 Years, 3 Years or 4 Years Windows Remote Open or Close Wipers Courtesy Wipe Rain Sensing...
Page 101: Information Messages
Information Displays Settings Gauge Fuel Gauge or Fuel + Tach Display Language Select your applicable language — Hold OK to Set Temper- Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C) ature Note: Some MyKey items only appear if a MyKey is set. INFORMATION MESSAGES Note: Depending on the vehicle options equipped with your vehicle, not all of the messages will display or be available.
Page 102 Information Displays AdvanceTrac Message Action Service AdvanceTrac The system detects a malfunction due to a blocked sensor. AdvanceTrac Off On The driver has disabled or enabled the traction control. Alarm Message Action Vehicle Alarm To Stop Unauthorized entry triggered the alarm. See Anti-Theft Alarm, Start Vehicle.
Page 103 Information Displays All Wheel Drive Message Action AWD OFF Displays if the AWD system disables to protect itself. This may occur if you operate the vehicle after installing the compact spare tire, if the system is overheating or if there is an issue with another vehicle system that prevents the AWD system from operating.
Page 104 Information Displays Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System Message Action Blindspot System Fault A fault with the system has occurred. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Blindspot Not Available The system sensors are blocked. Contact an authorized dealer Sensor Blocked See as soon as possible.
Page 105 Information Displays Collision Warning System Message Action Collision Warning There is a system malfunction with the collision warning Malfunction system. The system is disabled. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Collision Warning Not The collision warning system radar is blocked because of poor Available Sensor radar visibility due to bad weather or ice/mud/water in front Blocked See Manual...
Page 106 Information Displays Keys and Intelligent Access Message Action To START Press Brake A reminder to press the brake while starting your vehicle. No Key Detected Displays if the system does not detect the intelligent access key in the following three scenarios: When you press the start/stop button in an attempt to either start the engine or cycle through the ignition states.
Page 107 Information Displays Maintenance Message Action Low Engine Oil Pressure Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible. Switch off the engine. Check the oil level. If the warning stays on or continues to come on with your engine running, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Page 108 Information Displays Park Aid Message Action Check Park Aid Displays when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the park aid is disabled. Check Rear Park Aid Displays when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the rear park aid is disabled. Rear Park Aid On Off Displays the park aid status.
Page 109 Information Displays Remote Start Message Action To Drive: Press Brake A reminder to apply the brake and push the gearshift button and Gear Shift Button to drive your vehicle after a remote start. Seats Message Action Memory Recall Not A reminder that memory seats are not available while driving. Permitted While Driving Memory {0} Saved Shows where you have saved your memory setting.
Page 110 Information Displays Traction Control Message Action Traction Control Off Displays the status of the traction control system. See Using Traction Control (page 166). Traction Control On Displays the status of the traction control system. See Using Traction Control (page 166). Transmission Message Action...
Page 111 Information Displays Message Action Transmission Adapt- The transmission is adjusting the shift strategy. Mode Transmission Indicat- The transmission is locked and unable to select gears. Mode Lockup On Transmission Indicat- The transmission is unlocked and free to select gears. Mode Lockup Off Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 112: Climate Control
Climate Control MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL E212004 Fan speed control: Adjust the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. Defrost: Select to distribute air through the windshield air vents. Air distribution to the instrument panel and footwell vents turns off. You can also use this setting to defrost and clear the windshield of a thin covering of ice.
Page 113: Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles Without: Touchscreen Display
Climate Control Temperature control: Controls the temperature of the air circulated in your vehicle. MAX A/C: Adjust for maximum cooling. Recirculated air flows through the instrument panel vents, air conditioning automatically turns on and the fan automatically adjusts to the highest speed. Air distribution control: Adjust to turn airflow from the windshield, instrument panel, or footwell vents on or off.
Page 114: Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Premium Am/Fm/Cd
Climate Control Air distribution control: Press to switch airflow from the windshield, instrument panel, or footwell vents on or off. You can distribute air through any combination of these vents. A/C: Press to switch the air conditioning on or off. Air conditioning cools your vehicle using outside air.
Page 115 Climate Control E210701 MY TEMP: Adjust the temperature setting on the driver side. This control also adjusts the passenger side temperature when you switch off dual zone mode. Power and Fan Speed Control: Press to switch the system on and off. When the system is off, it prevents outside air from entering the vehicle.
Page 116: Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Sony Audio System
Climate Control AUTO: Press to switch on automatic operation. Adjust to select the desired temperature. Fan speed, air distribution, air conditioning operation, and outside or recirculated air are automatically adjusted to heat or cool the vehicle to maintain the desired temperature. You can also switch off dual zone mode by pressing and holding for more than two seconds.
Page 117 Climate Control Defrost: Select to distribute air through the windshield air vents. Air distribution to the instrument panel and footwell vents turns off. You can also use this setting to defrost and clear the windshield of a thin covering of ice. Heated rear window: Press to switch the heated rear window on and off.
Page 118: Hints On Controlling The Interior Climate
Climate Control Manual Climate Control HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE INTERIOR CLIMATE Note: To reduce fogging of the windshield during humid weather, adjust the air General Hints distribution control to the windshield air vents position. WARNING Automatic Climate Control Prolonged use of recirculated air may cause the windows to fog up.
Page 119 Climate Control Recommended Settings for Heating Vehicle with manual climate control Vehicle with automatic climate control Adjust the fan speed to the center Press the AUTO button. setting. Adjust the temperature control to the Adjust the temperature control to the midway point of the hot settings.
Page 120: Heated Windows And Mirrors
Climate Control Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather Vehicle with manual climate control Vehicle with automatic climate control Select the windshield air vents using the Press the defrost button. air distribution buttons. Press the A/C button if the indicator is Adjust the temperature control to the off.
Page 121: Remote Start
Climate Control For additional cabin air filter information, In cold weather, the system is set to 72°F or to replace the filter, see an authorized (22°C). The heated seats and heated dealer. steering wheel are set to high (if available, and selected to AUTO in the information display).
Page 122: Seats
Seats We recommend that you follow these SITTING IN THE CORRECT guidelines: POSITION • Sit in an upright position with the base of your spine as far back as possible. WARNINGS • Do not recline the seatback more than Sitting improperly, out of position or 30 degrees.
Page 123 Seats The head restraints consist of: WARNINGS Install the head restraint properly to An energy absorbing head help minimize the risk of neck injury restraint. in the event of a crash. Two steel stems. Guide sleeve adjust and unlock Note: Adjust the seatback to an upright button.
Page 124: Manual Seats
Seats Rear seat non-adjustable outboard head restraints E162872 E144727 An energy absorbing head Adjust the seatback to an upright restraint. driving or riding position. Two steel stems. 2. Pivot the head restraint forward toward your head to the desired position. Guide sleeve unlock and remove button.
Page 125: Power Seats
Seats Lumbar Adjustment (If Equipped) E211284 E190838 POWER SEATS (If Equipped) Recline Adjustment WARNINGS WARNING Do not adjust the front seat or Before returning the seatback to its seatback when your vehicle is original position, make sure that moving. This may result in sudden cargo or any objects are not trapped seat movement, causing the loss of control behind the seatback.
Page 126 Seats 8-way E138647 Note: On vehicles with memory seats, to 3. Continue pressing the control for about prevent damage to the seat, the power two seconds. You will feel the seat seats are designed to set a stopping position bounce back slightly. just short of the end of the seat track.
Page 127 Seats Power Lumbar (If Equipped) E173202 Cushion and seat back massage control. Lumbar control. Power seat controls. E138648 • Seat cushion massage: Press and Multi-Contour Front Seats With release the front portion of the Active Motion massage control (A). Press again to (If Equipped) cancel or press the lumbar control to Note: The massage system will turn off...
Page 128: Memory Function
Seats You can save up to two preset memory MEMORY FUNCTION (If Equipped) positions. You can save a memory preset at any time. WARNINGS Before activating the memory seat, Recalling a Preset Position make sure that the area immediately Press and release the desired memory surrounding the seat is clear of preset button to recall a saved memory obstructions and that all occupants are...
Page 129: Rear Seats
Seats 2. Press and hold the desired preset button for five seconds. A tone sounds after about two seconds. Continue holding until you hear a second tone. 3. Within three seconds, press the lock button on the remote control you are linking.
Page 130: Heated Seats
Seats Rear Heated Seats HEATED SEATS (If Equipped) (If Equipped) WARNING WARNING People who are unable to feel pain People who are unable to feel pain to their skin because of advanced to their skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, cord injury, medication, alcohol use,...
Page 131: Climate Controlled Seats
Seats If the engine falls below 350 RPM while CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS the heated seats are on, the feature will (If Equipped) turn itself off. You will need to reactivate Heated Seats Cooled Seats WARNING The cooled seats only function when the People who are unable to feel pain engine is running.
Page 132 Seats E144635 Fold the armrest down to use the armrest and cupholder. To open the optional storage compartment, pull up on the latch. Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 133: Universal Garage Door Opener
Universal Garage Door Opener HomeLink Wireless Control System WARNINGS Make sure that the garage door and security device are free from obstruction when you are programming. Do not program the system with the vehicle in the garage. E142657 Do not use the system with any The universal garage door opener replaces garage door opener that does not the common hand-held garage door...
Page 134 Universal Garage Door Opener To program additional buttons, repeat Steps 1 – 4. For questions or comments, please contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com, www.youtube.com/HomeLinkGentex or 1-800-355-3515. Programming Your Garage Door Opener Motor E142658 With your vehicle parked outside of the Note: You may need a ladder to reach the garage, turn your ignition to the on unit and you may need to remove the cover position, but do not start your vehicle.
Page 135 Universal Garage Door Opener Gate Operator / Canadian Press and hold the outer two function Programming buttons simultaneously for approximately 20 seconds until the Canadian radio-frequency laws require indicator lights above the buttons flash transmitter signals to “time-out” (or quit) rapidly.
Page 136 Universal Garage Door Opener Press and hold the previously programmed Genie button on the hand-held transmitter for 10 seconds. The indicator light will change from red to red and green. 2. Press the same button twice to confirm the change. If done correctly the indicator light will turn green.
Page 137 Universal Garage Door Opener 5. Press and hold the previously programmed button on the visor for 2 seconds. Repeat this step up to 3 times until the garage door moves. Programming is now complete. 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.
Page 138: Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points 12 Volt DC Power Point Locations Power points may be in the following WARNINGS locations: Do not plug optional electrical • On the instrument panel. accessories into the cigar lighter socket. Incorrect use of the cigar • Inside the center console.
Page 139: Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments Note: Some cup holders have a divider. Pull CENTER CONSOLE up on the divider and move it in the slots to best fit the cup you are using. Stow items in the cup holder carefully as items may become loose during hard braking, acceleration or crashes, including OVERHEAD CONSOLE hot drinks which may spill.
Page 140: Starting And Stopping The Engine
Starting and Stopping the Engine GENERAL INFORMATION IGNITION SWITCH (If Equipped) WARNINGS Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. Do not park, idle or drive your vehicle on dry grass or other dry ground cover.
Page 141: Starting A Gasoline Engine
Starting and Stopping the Engine Ignition Modes 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...
Page 142 Starting and Stopping the Engine Note: The engine may continue cranking for up 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.
Page 143 Starting and Stopping the Engine Within 20 seconds of switching the engine Automatic Engine Shutdown Override off, press the brake pedal and press the Note: You cannot permanently switch off push button ignition switch. After 20 the automatic shutdown feature. When you seconds, you can no longer start your switch it off temporarily, it turns on at the vehicle if it does not detect a valid passive...
Page 144: Engine Block Heater
Starting and Stopping the Engine Stopping the Engine When Your Important Ventilating Information Vehicle is Moving If you stop your vehicle and then leave the engine idling for long periods, we WARNING recommend that you do one of the Switching off the engine when the following: vehicle is still moving will result in a •...
Page 145 Starting and Stopping the Engine We recommend that you do the following The heater uses 0.4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours for a safe and correct operation: of energy per hour of use. The system does not have a thermostat. It achieves •...
Page 146: Fuel And Refueling
Fuel and Refueling • Automotive fuels can be harmful or SAFETY PRECAUTIONS fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if WARNINGS swallowed can cause death or Do not overfill the fuel tank. The permanent injury. If fuel is swallowed, pressure in an overfilled tank may call a physician immediately, even if no cause leakage and lead to fuel spray...
Page 147: Fuel Quality - E85
Fuel and Refueling Note: Use of any fuel other than those FUEL QUALITY - E85 recommended can impair the emission control system and cause a loss of vehicle Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel performance. Vehicles Do not use: Flex fuel vehicles have one of the following •...
Page 148: Fuel Quality - Gasoline
Fuel and Refueling Switching Between E85 and Do not use any fuel other than those Gasoline recommended because they could lead to engine damage that will not be covered by We do not recommend repeatedly the vehicle Warranty. alternating between E85 and gasoline. If Note: Use of any fuel other than those you switch from using E85 to gasoline, or recommended can impair the emission...
Page 149: Running Out Of Fuel
Fuel and Refueling RUNNING OUT OF FUEL WARNINGS Do not try to pry open or push open Running out of fuel can cause damage not the capless fuel system with foreign covered by the vehicle Warranty. objects. This could damage the fuel system and its seal and cause injury to you If your vehicle runs out of fuel: or others.
Page 150: Refueling
Fuel and Refueling 5. Fully close the fuel tank filler door. WARNINGS 6. Clean the fuel filler funnel and place it Do not try to pry open or push open back in your vehicle or correctly dispose the capless fuel system with foreign of it.
Page 151 Fuel and Refueling E206912 4. Operate the fuel pump nozzle within the area shown. E139202 Note: When you insert the correct size fuel E119081 pump nozzle a spring loaded inhibitor will open. 5. Slightly raise the fuel pump nozzle and then slowly remove it.
Page 152: Fuel Consumption
Fuel and Refueling Filling the Fuel Tank 5. Insert a fuel pump nozzle or the fuel filler funnel provided with your vehicle For consistent results when refueling: in to the fuel tank filler pipe opening. This action should dislodge any debris •...
Page 153: Emission Control System
• Fuel economy may decrease with lower your vehicle and to its emissions system. temperatures. If you use anything other than Ford, • Fuel economy may decrease when Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts for driving short distances.
Page 154 Fuel and Refueling an emission control device or prevent it present, the service engine soon indicator from working. Information about your should stay off the next time you start the vehicle’s emission system is on the Vehicle engine. A driving cycle consists of a cold Emission Control Information Decal engine startup followed by mixed city and located on or near the engine.
Page 155 Fuel and Refueling 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 your vehicle is ready for I/M testing.
Page 156: Transmission
Transmission Reverse (R) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION With the selector lever in reverse (R), your WARNINGS vehicle will move backward. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and Always fully apply the parking brake out of reverse (R). and make sure you shift into park (P). Switch the ignition off and remove Neutral (N) the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
Page 157 Transmission Upshifts when accelerating (recom- mended for best fuel economy) Shift from: 1 - 2 15 mph (24 km/h) 2 - 3 25 mph (40 km/h) 3 - 4 40 mph (64 km/h) 4 - 5 45 mph (72 km/h) E142629 5 - 6 50 mph (80 km/h)
Page 158 Transmission Use the brake shift interlock override procedure to move the selector lever from park (P) in the event of an electrical malfunction or if your vehicle has a dead battery. Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition off before performing this procedure.
Page 159 Transmission 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 snow, it may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in a steady pattern.
Page 160: All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) Note: When an AWD system fault is USING ALL-WHEEL DRIVE present, the warning Check AWD displays Equipped) in the information display. The AWD system is not functioning correctly and defaulted All-wheel drive uses all four wheels to to front-wheel drive.
Page 161 All-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) All-Wheel Drive Messages AWD Messages Action / Description AWD OFF Displays if the AWD system disables to protect itself. This may occur if you operate the vehicle after installing the compact spare tire, if the system is overheating or if there is an issue with another vehicle system that prevents the AWD system from operating.
Page 162 P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally When driving at slow speeds in deep sand provided by Ford. The recommended tire under high outside temperatures, use a low and wheel size may be found on either the gear when possible.
Page 163 All-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) If Your Vehicle Goes Off the Edge of the Note: Do not rock the vehicle for more than Pavement a few minutes or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the • If your vehicle goes off the edge of the engine may overheat.
Page 164 All-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) Sand Mud and Water Most of the time traction control improves If you must drive through high water, drive tire traction by managing wheel slip slowly. Traction or brake capability may through Brake, Engine, and AWD be limited.
Page 165 “Tread Lightly” is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of land-use regulations and responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by “treading lightly.”...
Page 166 For this reason, Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts (such as lowering...
Page 167: Brakes
Brakes Brake Assist GENERAL INFORMATION Brake assist detects when you brake Note: Occasional brake noise is normal. If rapidly by measuring the rate at which you a metal-to-metal, continuous grinding or press the brake pedal. It provides continuous squeal sound is present, the maximum braking efficiency as long as you brake linings may be worn-out.
Page 168: Parking Brake
Brakes PARKING BRAKE WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the transmission is locked in park (P). Failure to set the parking brake and engage park could result in vehicle roll-away, property damage or bodily injury. To set the parking brake, press the parking brake pedal down to its fullest extent.
Page 169: Traction Control
Traction Control Using the Information Display PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION Controls The traction control system helps avoid You can switch this feature off or on in the drive wheel spin and loss of traction. information display. See General If your vehicle begins to slide, the system Information (page 89).
Page 170: Stability Control
Stability Control If a fault occurs in either the stability PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION control or the traction control system, you may experience the following conditions: WARNINGS • The stability and traction control light Vehicle modifications involving illuminates steadily. braking system, aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, •...
Page 171: Using Stability Control
Stability Control Vehicle with stability control maintaining control on a slippery surface. USING STABILITY CONTROL The system automatically turns on each time you switch the ignition on. You cannot switch the stability control system off, but when you shift into reverse (R), the system deactivates.
Page 172: Taurus (Cph) Canada/United States Of America, Enusa, First Printing
Stability Control Stability Control Features Button Func- Mode Icon Status Electronic Traction Control tions Stability Control System Default at start- Stability and On during bulb Enabled Enabled traction control check fully enabled Button pressed Traction control Enabled Disabled momentarily Button pressed Sport mode Enabled Enabled...
Page 173: Parking Aids
Parking Aids Note: The sensing system cannot be turned PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION off when a MyKey is present. See Principle of Operation (page 51). WARNINGS Note: If you attach certain add-on devices To help avoid personal injury, please such as a trailer or bike rack, the rear sensing read and understand the limitations system may detect that add-on device and of the system as contained in this...
Page 174: Active Park Assist
Parking Aids ACTIVE PARK ASSIST WARNINGS The system is designed to aid the driver. It is not intended to replace your attention and judgment. You are still responsible to drive with due care and attention. At all times, you are responsible for controlling your vehicle, supervising the system and intervening, if required.
Page 175 Parking Aids Using Active Park Assist The system may not operate correctly in any of the following conditions: Press the button to turn the • You use a spare tire or a tire system on or off. significantly worn more than the other E146186 tires.
Page 176 Parking Aids Automatic Steering into Parking Note: Active park assist may not detect Space vehicles with overhanging loads (a bus or a truck), street furniture and other items. You Note: If vehicle speed exceeds 6 mph must make sure the selected space is (10 km/h) or the maneuver is interrupted suitable for parking.
Page 177 Parking Aids Certain vehicle conditions can also If a problem occurs with the system, a deactivate the system, such as: warning message is displayed, followed by a chime. Occasional system messages • Traction control has activated on a may occur in normal operation. For slippery or loose surface.
Page 178: Rear View Camera
Parking Aids The system does not position your vehicle where I want in the space The tires may not be installed or maintained correctly (not inflated correctly, improper size, or of different sizes). A repair or alteration has changed detection capabilities. A parked vehicle has a high attachment (salt sprayer, snowplow, moving truck bed, etc).
Page 179 Parking Aids The system uses three types of guides to help you see what is behind your vehicle: • Active guidelines (if equipped): Show the intended path of your vehicle when reversing. • Fixed guidelines: Show the actual path your vehicle is moving in while reversing in a straight line.
Page 180 Parking Aids Fixed Guidelines Note: Manual zoom is only available when the transmission is in reverse (R). Note: Fixed guidelines are only available Note: When you enable manual zoom, only when the transmission is in reverse (R). the centerline is shown. Note: The centerline is only available if Manual zoom allows you to get a closer fixed guidelines are on.
Page 181: Cruise Control
Cruise Control Switching Cruise Control On PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION Press and release ON. Cruise control lets you maintain a set The indicator appears in the speed without keeping your foot on the instrument cluster. accelerator pedal. You can use cruise control when your vehicle speed is greater E71340 than 20 mph (30 km/h).
Page 182: Using Adaptive Cruise Control
Cruise Control Switching Cruise Control Off WARNINGS Do not use the system in poor Press and release OFF when the system is visibility, for example fog, heavy rain, in stand by mode or switch the ignition off. spray or snow. Note: You erase the set speed when you Do not use the adaptive cruise switch the system off.
Page 183 Cruise Control Following a Vehicle The indicator appears in the information display. E144529 WARNINGS When following a vehicle, your vehicle does not decelerate automatically to a stop, nor does your vehicle always decelerate quickly enough to avoid a crash without driver intervention.
Page 184 Cruise Control The vehicle will apply the brakes to slow the vehicle to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front. The maximum braking which the system can apply is limited. You can override the system by applying the brakes. If the system predicts that its maximum braking level will not be sufficient, an audible warning will sound while the...
Page 185 Cruise Control Each time you start the vehicle, the system The system may apply the brakes to slow will select the last chosen gap for the the vehicle to the new set speed. The set current driver. speed displays continuously in the information display when the system is Disengaging the System active.
Page 186 Cruise Control Switching the System Off Note: The set speed memory erases when you switch off the system. Press and release OFF or turn off the ignition. Detection Issues WARNING On rare occasions, detection issues can occur due to the road infrastructures, for example bridges, tunnels and safety barriers.
Page 187 Cruise Control If something hits the front end of your A message displays if something obstructs vehicle or damage occurs, the the radar signals from the sensor. The radar-sensing zone may change. This could sensor is located behind a fascia cover cause missed or false vehicle detections.
Page 188 Cruise Control Switching to Normal Cruise Control WARNING Normal cruise control will not brake when your vehicle is approaching slower vehicles. Always be aware of which mode you have selected and apply the brakes when necessary. You can manually change from adaptive cruise control to normal cruise control through the information display.
Page 189: Driving Aids
Driving Aids Note: If the camera is blocked or if the DRIVER ALERT (If Equipped) windshield is damaged, the system may not function. PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION Note: The system will store the on or off WARNINGS setting in the information display menu through ignition cycles.
Page 190: Lane Keeping System
Driving Aids System Display Note: If the camera sensor cannot track the road lane markings or if your vehicle speed When active the system will run drops below approximately 40 mph automatically in the background and only (64 km/h), the alertness level will change issue a warning if required.
Page 191 Driving Aids Note: Large contrasts in lighting can limit Mode (if equipped): This setting allows sensor performance. you to select which of the system features you can enable. Note: The system works above 40 mph (64 km/h). Note: The system works as long as the camera can detect one lane marking.
Page 192 Driving Aids System Display E165517 E151660 Alert When you switch on the system, an overhead graphic of a vehicle with lane markings will display in the information Alert + Aid (if equipped) – Provides an display. If you select aid mode when you assistance steering torque input toward switch on the system, a separate white the lane center.
Page 193 Driving Aids • The road has no or poor lane markings Yellow: Indicates that the system is in the camera field-of-view. providing or has just provided a lane keeping aid intervention. • The camera is obscured or unable to detect the lane markings due to Red: Indicates that the system is providing environmental conditions (significant or has just provided a lane keeping alert...
Page 194: Blind Spot Information System
Driving Aids Why is the feature not available (line markings are gray) when I can see the lane markings on the road? Lane width too narrow or too wide Camera not calibrated after a windshield replacement Driving on tight roads or on uneven roads Why does the vehicle not come back toward the middle of the lane, as expected, in the Aid or Aid + Alert mode? High cross winds...
Page 195 Driving Aids Note: The Blind Spot Information System The Blind Spot Information System does not prevent contact with other vehicles illuminates an amber alert indicator in the or objects; nor detect parked vehicles, outside mirror on the side of your vehicle people, animals or infrastructure (fences, the approaching vehicle is coming from.
Page 196: Cross Traffic Alert
Driving Aids Switching the System Off and On A "blocked" condition can be cleared in two ways: You can temporarily switch the Blind Spot • After the blockage in front of the Information System off in the information sensors is removed or the display.
Page 197 Driving Aids Cross Traffic Alert is designed to alert the mostly or fully obstructed. Reversing slowly driver of certain collision risks. Coverage helps increase the coverage area and decreases when the sensors are partially, effectiveness. E142440 In this first example, the left sensor is only partially obstructed;...
Page 198 Driving Aids Zone coverage also decreases when Information System (page 191). If the parking at shallow angles. Here, the left Blind Spot Information System is blocked, sensor is mostly obstructed; zone coverage Cross Traffic Alert is also blocked. A on that side is severely limited. corresponding message appears in the information display as soon as you shift System Lights, Messages and...
Page 199: Steering
Driving Aids False Alerts STEERING Note: When towing a trailer, the sensors Electric Power Steering may detect the trailer thus causing a false alert. It may be desirable to turn the Blind WARNINGS Spot Information System off if the false The electric power steering system alerts become annoying.
Page 200: Collision Warning System
Driving Aids Steering Tips WARNINGS The collision warning system with If the steering wanders or pulls, check for: brake support cannot help prevent • Correct tire pressures. all collisions. Do not rely on this • Uneven tire wear. system to replace driver judgment and the need to maintain distance and speed.
Page 201 Driving Aids The brake support system assists the driver Note: If collision warnings are perceived as in reducing the collision speed by charging being too frequent or disturbing then the the brakes. If the risk of collision further warning sensitivity can be reduced, though increases after the warning light the manufacturer recommends using the illuminates, the brake support prepares...
Page 202 Driving Aids Cause Action The surface of the radar in the grille is dirty Clean the grille surface in front of the radar or obstructed in some way or remove the object causing the obstruc- tion The surface of the radar in the grille is clean Wait a short time.
Page 203: Load Carrying
Load Carrying of vehicle design performance. CARGO NETS (If Equipped) Before you load your vehicle, become familiar with the WARNING following terms for determining This net is not designed to restrain your vehicle’s weight rating, with objects during a collision or heavy or without a trailer, from the braking.
Page 204 Load Carrying Payload PAYLOAD E143816 WARNING Payload is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that your The appropriate loading vehicle is carrying. The maximum capacity of your vehicle can payload for your vehicle appears be limited either by volume on the Tire and Loading label.
Page 205 Load Carrying The total load on each axle must WARNING never exceed its Gross Axle Exceeding the Safety Weight Rating. Compliance Certification label vehicle weight limits can GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight adversely affect the performance Rating) and handling of your vehicle, GVWR is the maximum allowable cause vehicle damage and can weight of the fully loaded vehicle.
Page 206 Load Carrying be used for safe control of towed 2. Determine the combined vehicles and for trailers where the weight of the driver and Gross Combined Weight of the passengers that will be riding towing vehicle plus the trailer in your vehicle. exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight 3.
Page 207 Load Carrying Helpful examples for calculating - 1200 = - 240 pounds. No, you do the available amount of cargo not have enough cargo capacity and luggage load capacity to carry that much weight. In metric units, the calculation would Suppose your vehicle has a be: 635 kilograms - (2 x 99 1400-pound (635-kilogram) cargo...
Page 208 Load Carrying Special Loading Instructions for Owners of Pick-up Trucks and Utility-type Vehicles WARNING When loading the roof racks, we recommend you evenly distribute the load, as well as maintain a low center of gravity. Loaded vehicles, with higher centers of gravity, may handle differently than unloaded vehicles.
Page 209: Towing
Towing Load Placement TOWING A TRAILER To help minimize how trailer WARNINGS movement affects your vehicle Towing trailers beyond the when driving: maximum recommended • Load the heaviest items closest gross trailer weight exceeds the to the trailer floor. limit of your vehicle and could •...
Page 210: Recommended Towing Weights
Towing RV & Trailer Towing Guide Online Website http://www.fleet.ford.com/towing-guides/ Note: Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers RECOMMENDED TOWING over a specified weight. Check WEIGHTS state regulations for this specified weight. The maximum trailer Note: Do not exceed the trailer...
Page 211: Essential Towing Checks
Towing Trailer Brakes ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS WARNING Follow these guidelines for safe towing: Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic • Do not tow a trailer until you drive your brake system directly to your vehicle at least 1,000 mi (1,600 km). vehicle's brake system.
Page 212 Towing Before Towing a Trailer 2. Set your vehicle parking brake. 3. Place the automatic transmission in Practice turning, stopping and backing up position P. to get the feel of your vehicle-trailer combination before starting on a trip. 4. Place wheel chocks in front and back When turning, make wider turns so the of the trailer wheels.
Page 213: Towing The Vehicle On Four Wheels
Towing Vehicles Equipped with a 3.5L Engine TOWING THE VEHICLE ON FOUR WHEELS Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational towing, such as towing Emergency Towing your vehicle behind a motorhome or truck. We designed these guidelines to prevent You can flat-tow (all wheels on the damage to your vehicle after it is ground, regardless of the...
Page 214: Driving Hints
Driving Hints Avoid these actions; they reduce your fuel BREAKING-IN economy: You need to break in new tires for • Sudden accelerations or hard approximately 300 mi (480 km). During accelerations. this time, your vehicle may exhibit some • Revving the engine before turning it off. unusual driving characteristics.
Page 215: Driving Through Water
Driving Hints • Transmissions give their best fuel • Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the economy when operated in the top brakes and to check that they work. cruise gear and with steady pressure • Check that the horn works. on the gas pedal.
Page 216 Driving Hints WARNINGS Check attachment of floor mats on a regular basis. Always properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning or replacement. Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving. Objects that are loose can become trapped under the pedals causing a loss of vehicle control.
Page 217: Roadside Emergencies
Towing — independent service contractors, if not prohibited by state, To fully assist you should you have a local or municipal law, shall tow Ford vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company of eligible vehicles to an authorized dealer Canada, Limited offers a complimentary within 35 mi (56 km) of the roadside assistance program.
Page 218: Hazard Warning Flashers
Canadian customers who require roadside repair fuel leaks after a collision may assistance, call 1-800-665-2006. increase the risk of fire and serious injury. Ford Motor Company recommends Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using that the fuel system be inspected by an Roadside Assistance authorized dealer after any collision.
Page 219: Jump Starting The Vehicle
Roadside Emergencies Note: When you try to restart your vehicle Note: Do not disconnect the battery of the after a fuel shutoff, the vehicle makes sure disabled vehicle as this could damage the that various systems are safe to restart. vehicle electrical system.
Page 220 Roadside Emergencies Jump Starting Start the engine of the booster vehicle and rev the engine moderately, or press the accelerator gently to keep your engine speed between 2000 and 3000 RPM, as shown in your tachometer. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3.
Page 221: Post-Crash Alert System
Roadside Emergencies 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) terminal of the booster vehicle battery. 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle battery.
Page 222: Customer Assistance
Mailing address perform a repair after taking your vehicle to the authorized dealer. Repairs will be Customer Relationship Centre made using Ford or Motorcraft® parts, or Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited remanufactured or other parts that are P.O. Box 2000 authorized by Ford.
Page 223: In California (U.s. Only)
In some states within the United States, conform the vehicle to its applicable you must directly notify Ford in writing express warranties if, within the first 18 before pursuing remedies under your months of ownership of a new vehicle or...
Page 224: The Better Business Bureau (Bbb) Auto Line Program (U.s. Only)
BBB AUTO LINE During mediation, a representative of the 3033 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 600 BBB will contact both you and Ford Motor Arlington, Virginia 22201 Company to explore options for settlement of the claim. If an agreement is not reached...
Page 225: Utilizing The Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign Canadian dealers. In those cases where country, contact the appropriate foreign you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford embassy or consulate. These officials can of Canada and the authorized dealer to...
Page 226: Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
(VIN) and new ORDERING ADDITIONAL address with Ford Global Trade Services OWNER'S LITERATURE by emailing, expcso@ford.com. If you are in another foreign country, To order the publications in this portfolio, contact the nearest authorized dealer.
Page 227: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)
However, Obtaining a French Owner’s NHTSA cannot become involved Manual in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor French Owner’s Manual can be obtained Company. from your authorized dealer or by contacting Helm, Incorporated using the...
Page 228 Customer Assistance Transport Canada Contact Information Website www.tc.gc.ca/eng/motorvehiclesafety/safevehicles-defectinvestigations- index-76.htm (English) Website www.tc.gc.ca/fra/securiteautomobile/VehiculesSecuritaires-Enquetes- index-76.htm (French) Phone 1–800–333–0510 Ford of Canada Contact Information Website www.ford.ca Phone 1–800–565-3673 Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 229: Fuses
Fuses The power distribution box is in the engine FUSE SPECIFICATION CHART compartment. It has high-current fuses that protect the vehicle's main electrical Power Distribution Box systems from overloads. WARNINGS If you disconnect and reconnect the Always disconnect the battery before battery, you will need to reset some servicing high current fuses.
Page 230 Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components Not used. Moonroof. Power sunshade. Second row power point. Not used. Relay Heated rear window relay. Not used. Relay Starter motor relay. Relay Left-hand cooling fan number 2 relay. Relay Fuel pump relay.
Page 231 Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components Electric fan relay 2. Electric fan relay 3. Relay Massage control seat relay. Relay Right-hand cooling fan relay. Relay Blower motor relay. Relay Left-hand cooling fan Number 1 relay. Not used. Not used.
Page 232 Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components Relay Wiper relay. Not used. Left-hand high intensity discharge head- lamp. Alternator A-line. Brake on/off switch. Not used. Not used. A/C clutch relay. Not used. Massage control seats. Fuel pump relay. Fuel injectors.
Page 233 Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components Not used. Not used. Not used. Not used. Not used. Not used. Right high-intensity discharge headlamp. Not used. Not used. Not used. Not used. Not used. Not used. Not used. Powertrain control module.
Page 234: Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components Not used. Not used. Not used. Relay A/C clutch relay. Mini fuses. Cartridge fuses. Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel The fuse panel is under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. You may need to remove a trim panel to access E163102 Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 235 Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components Left front and right rear smart window motors. Driver seat switch. Right front smart window motor. Demand lamps battery saver relay. Audio amplifier. Not used (spare). 7.5A Driver seat module logic. Left front door zone module.
Page 236 Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components Audio amplifiers. All lock motor relay and coil. Driver lock motor relay and coil. Extended power module. Horn relay. Steering wheel control module logic Instrument cluster. Steering wheel control module. Datalink.
Page 237: Changing A Fuse
Fuses Fuse or relay number Fuse amp rating Protected components Not used (spare). Auto–dimming mirror (without automatic high beam and lane departure module). Moonroof module and switch. High beams. Rear park lamps. 7.5A Extended power module. Not used (spare). Not used (spare). Not used (spare).
Page 238 Fuses Fuse Types E207206 Callout Fuse Type Micro 2 Micro 3 Maxi Mini M Case J Case J Case Low Profile Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 239: Maintenance
Maintenance Working with the Engine On GENERAL INFORMATION WARNING Have your vehicle serviced regularly to help maintain its roadworthiness and resale To reduce the risk of vehicle damage value. There is a large network of and/or personal burn injuries, do not authorized dealers that are there to help start your engine with the air cleaner you with their professional servicing...
Page 240: Closing The Hood
Maintenance Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the left-hand side of the instrument panel. 2. Slightly lift the hood. E202009 4. Open the hood. The hood struts automatically support the hood. Closing the Hood Lower the hood and allow it to drop under its own weight for the last 8–12 in (20–30 cm).
Page 241: Under Hood Overview - 2.0L Ecoboost
Maintenance UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.0L ECOBOOST E188729 Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 243). Brake fluid reservoir (right-hand drive). See Brake Fluid Check (page 251). Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 241). Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 241). Brake fluid reservoir (left-hand drive).
Page 242: Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Duratec
Maintenance UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 3.5L DURATEC E224921 Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 243). Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 251). Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 252). Power distribution box. See Fuses (page 226). Air filter assembly.
Page 243: Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost
Maintenance Engine Shield Some vehicles may be equipped with an aero-shield under the engine. This shield needs to be removed for service, including oil and filter changes. The shield has four quick-release fasteners to secure it in place. E173374 UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 3.5L ECOBOOST E173375 Engine coolant reservoir.
Page 244: Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L Ecoboost
Maintenance Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 241). Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 251). Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 252). Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 226). Air filter assembly. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 259). Automatic transmission dipstick.
Page 245 Note: The oil consumption of new engines Turn it counterclockwise and remove reaches its normal level after approximately 3,100 mi (5,000 km). 3. Add engine oil that meets Ford Adding Engine Oil specifications. See Capacities and Specifications (page 304). You may...
Page 246: Oil Change Indicator Reset
Maintenance Note: Make sure you install the oil filler cap Message Action and description correctly. If the instrument cluster Note: Soak up any spillage with an displays one of the following absorbent cloth immediately. messages, repeat the process. OIL CHANGE INDICATOR Not Reset RESET Reset Cancelled...
Page 247 Note: Coolants marketed for all makes and concentration. models may not be approved to Ford specifications and may cause damage to Adding Coolant the cooling system. Resulting component...
Page 248 Maintenance Note: During normal vehicle operation, the Dispose of used engine coolant in an coolant may change color from orange to appropriate manner. Follow your pink or light red. As long as the coolant is community's regulations and standards clear and uncontaminated, this color change for recycling and disposing of automotive does not indicate the coolant has degraded fluids.
Page 249 Maintenance How Fail-Safe Cooling Works WARNINGS Never remove the coolant reservoir If the engine begins to overheat, cap when the engine is running or the coolant temperature gauge hot. moves toward the red zone: A warning lamp illuminates and Your vehicle has limited engine power a message may appear in the when in the fail-safe mode, drive your information display.
Page 250: Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 2.0L Ecoboost
Maintenance If you tow a trailer with your vehicle, the 4. If the coolant level is at or below the engine may temporarily reach a higher minimum mark, add prediluted coolant temperature during severe operating immediately. conditions, for example ascending a long 5.
Page 251 Maintenance Note: Automatic transmission fluid 6. Install the dipstick making sure you expands when warmed. To obtain an fully seat it in the filler tube by turning accurate fluid check, drive your vehicle until it to the locked position. you warm it up, approximately 20 mi Remove the dipstick and inspect the (30 km).
Page 252: Taurus (Cph) Canada/United States Of America, Enusa, First Printing
Maintenance Pull the air filter assembly up to disconnect it from the seated grommets located under the air filter assembly. 8. Rotate the air filter assembly 90 degrees counterclockwise. Make sure the rubber hose is still connected to the air filter assembly. 9.
Page 253: Taurus (Cph) Canada/United States Of America, Enusa, First Printing
Maintenance Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Check the transmission fluid at the normal Levels operating temperatures between 180°F (82°C) and 200°F (93°C) on a level surface. Drive your vehicle until you warm it up to the normal operating temperature after approximately 20 mi (30 km). Target the transmission fluid level within the cross-hatch area if at the normal operating temperature between 180°F...
Page 254: Brake Fluid Check
Failure to adhere to this warning could result in the loss of vehicle Only use fluid that meets Ford control, serious personal injury or death. specifications. See Capacities and Specifications (page 297).
Page 255: Fuel Filter
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is WARNINGS low. Only use a washer fluid that meets Keep batteries out of reach of Ford specifications. See Capacities and children. Batteries contain sulfuric Specifications (page 297). acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Page 256 Maintenance If you see any corrosion on the battery or Note: For flexible fuel vehicles, if you are terminals, remove the cables from the operating on E85, you may experience poor terminals and clean with a wire brush. You starts or an inability to start the engine and can neutralize the acid with a solution of driveability problems until the fuel trim and baking soda and water.
Page 257: Checking The Wiper Blades
Maintenance After battery replacement, or in some CHANGING THE WIPER cases after charging the battery with an BLADES external charger, the battery management system requires eight hours of vehicle sleep Replace the wiper blades at least annually time to relearn the battery state of charge. for optimum performance.
Page 258: Adjusting The Headlamps
Maintenance Note: To see a clearer light pattern for ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS adjusting, you may want to block the light from one headlamp while adjusting the Vertical Aim Adjustment other. The headlamps on your vehicle are 3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to properly aimed at the assembly plant.
Page 259: Changing A Bulb
Maintenance Front Fog Lamp 5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each (If Equipped) headlamp. Use a Phillips #2 screwdriver to turn the adjuster either clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the vertical aim of the headlamp. The horizontal edge of the brighter light should touch the horizontal reference line.
Page 260: Bulb Specification Chart
Maintenance E178598 E178599 2. Remove the screws that secure the 3. Remove the bulb. lamp assembly. BULB SPECIFICATION CHART The specified replacement bulbs are in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized D.O.T. (Department of Transportation) for North America to affirm lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility.
Page 261 Maintenance Function Trade number License plate lamp * High-mount brake lamp Interior lamps * To replace these lamps, see an authorized dealer. To replace instrument panel lights, see an authorized dealer. Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 262: Changing The Engine Air Filter
Maintenance 2. Remove the clips that secure the air CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR filter housing cover. FILTER 3. Carefully lift the air filter housing cover. 4. Remove the air filter element from the WARNING air filter housing. Do not start the engine with the air 5.
Page 263: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care GENERAL INFORMATION CLEANING PRODUCTS Materials Your dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect For best results, use the following products its finishes. or products of equivalent quality: Name Specification Motorcraft® Bug and Tar Remover ZC-42 (U.S. & Canada) Motorcraft®...
Page 264: Waxing
Vehicle Care Stripes or Graphics • Dry your vehicle with a chamois or soft (If Equipped) terry cloth towel to eliminate water Hand washing your vehicle is preferred spotting. however, pressure washing may be used • Immediately remove fuel spillages, bird under the following conditions: droppings, insect deposits and road tar.
Page 265: Cleaning The Engine
Vehicle Care • Use a quality wax that does not contain • Never wash or rinse any ignition coil, abrasives. spark plug wire or spark plug well, or the area in and around these locations. • Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to apply and remove the wax.
Page 266: Cleaning The Interior
Vehicle Care CLEANING THE INTERIOR CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND INSTRUMENT WARNINGS CLUSTER LENS Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’s safety belts, WARNING as these actions may weaken the Do not use chemical solvents or belt webbing.
Page 267: Cleaning Leather Seats
Vehicle Care Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean, You should: soft cloth as quickly as possible. • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. 2. Use Motorcraft Premium Leather and Vinyl Cleaner or a commercially • Clean and treat spills and stains as available leather cleaning product for soon as possible.
Page 268: Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Care General Note: Industrial-strength or heavy-duty cleaners in combination with brush agitation • Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated to remove brake dust and dirt, could wear place. away the clear coat finish over a period time. • Protect from sunlight, if possible.
Page 269 Vehicle Care Miscellaneous • With your foot on the brake, shift through all the gears while the engine • Make sure all linkages, cables, levers is running. and pins under your vehicle are covered • We recommend that you change the with grease to prevent rust.
Page 270: Wheels And Tires
(If Equipped) Air compressor (inside) Note: The temporary mobility kit canister contains enough sealant compound for one Diverter knob tire repair only. See your authorized Ford On and off button dealer for additional replacement sealant canisters. Air pressure gauge The kit is located under the load floor of Sealant bottle and canister the trunk.
Page 271 Note: Do not drive further than 120 mi Make sure that you use the non-latex (200 km). Drive only to the closest gloves provided to avoid an allergic authorized Ford dealer or tire repair shop to reaction. have your tire inspected. •...
Page 272 Wheels and Tires • When inflating a tire or other objects, Sealant compound contains latex. To use the black air hose only. Do not use avoid any allergic reactions, use the the transparent hose which is designed non-latex gloves located in the accessory for sealant application only.
Page 273 Wheels and Tires 9. When the recommended tire pressure is reached, turn off the kit by pressing the on button. Disconnect the kit from the tire valve and the power point. Re-install the valve cap on the tire valve, place the tube cap on the metal connector, and return the kit to the stowage area Immediately and cautiously, drive the...
Page 274 (hose). You can obtain and the on button. replace sealing compound and spare parts at an authorized Ford dealer or tire dealer. Empty sealant bottles may be disposed of at home. However, liquid residue from the sealing compound should be disposed by...
Page 275 3. Wrap the clear tube around the the kit compressor housing. Note: If you experience any difficulties with the removal or installation of the sealant canister, consult your authorized Ford dealer for assistance. E144626 E144629 Align the sealant canister with the kit housing.
Page 276: Tire Care
Tire Quality Grading 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...
Page 277 Wheels and Tires Traction AA A B C test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the WARNING material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive The traction grade assigned temperature can lead to sudden to this tire is based on tire failure.
Page 278 Wheels and Tires *Standard load: A class of * B-pillar: The structural member P-metric or Metric tires designed at the side of the vehicle behind to carry a maximum load at set the front door. pressure. For example: For *Bead area of the tire: Area of P-metric tires 35 psi (2.4 bar) and the tire next to the rim.
Page 279 Wheels and Tires Information on P Type Tires B. 215: Indicates 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.
Page 280 Wheels and Tires Note: You may not find this the tire size code and the last four information on all tires because it numbers represent the week and is not required by federal law. year the tire was built. For example, the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997.
Page 281 Wheels and Tires *Treadwear The treadwear grade that meets the door-latch post, is a comparative rating based on next to the driver's seating the wear rate of the tire when position), or Tire Label which is tested under controlled conditions located on the B-Pillar or the edge on a specified government test of the driver’s door.
Page 282 Wheels and Tires A. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association, that is intended for service on light trucks. B. Load Range and 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,...
Page 283 Every day before you drive, check automatic service station gauges your tires. If one looks lower than may be inaccurate. Ford the others, use a tire gauge to recommends the use of a digital check the pressure of all tires and or dial-type tire pressure gauge adjust if required.
Page 284 You damaged or show signs of will find a Tire Label containing excessive wear should not be used the Ford recommended tire because they are more likely to inflation pressure by the tire size blow out or fail.
Page 285 Wheels and Tires When the tire tread wears down to the same height as these wear WARNING bars, the tire is worn out and must be replaced. Tires degrade over time depending on many factors Damage such as weather, storage Periodically inspect the tire treads conditions, and conditions of use and sidewalls for damage (such...
Page 286 Use of any tire or wheel four numbers represent the week not recommended by Ford can and year the tire was built. For affect the safety and performance example, the numbers 317 mean of your vehicle, which could result the 31st week of 1997.
Page 287 For a mounting pressure more Safety Practices than 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater than the maximum pressure, a Ford WARNINGS dealer or other tire service If your vehicle is stuck in professional should do the snow, mud or sand, do not mounting.
Page 288 Wheels and Tires Highway Hazards Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and No matter how carefully you drive, rapid treadwear of your tires and there is always the possibility that should be corrected by an you may eventually have a flat tire authorized dealer.
Page 289: Using Summer Tires
WARNING Snow tires must be the same size, E142547 load index and speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of USING SUMMER TIRES any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and Summer tires provide superior performance of your vehicle, which could performance on wet and dry roads.
Page 290: Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Wheels and Tires Note: The suspension insulation and TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. SYSTEM Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. WARNING If the tires on your vehicle have all season The tire pressure monitoring system treads, they will provide traction in rain and is not a substitute for manually...
Page 291 Wheels and Tires Changing Tires With a Tire Please note that the TPMS is not a Pressure Monitoring System substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Page 292 Wheels and Tires When Your Temporary Spare Tire is When You Believe Your System is Not Installed Operating Properly When one of your road tires needs to be The main function of the tire pressure replaced with the temporary spare, the monitoring system is to warn you when system will continue to identify an issue to your tires need air.
Page 293 Wheels and Tires Low tire pressure Possible cause Customer action required warning light Solid warning light Tire(s) under-inflated Make sure tires are at the proper pres- sure. See Inflating your tires in this chapter. 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),...
Page 294: Changing A Road Wheel
WARNINGS by Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel Do not use tire sealants as they may is damaged, it should be replaced rather damage the tire pressure monitoring than repaired.
Page 295 Wheels and Tires 2. Full-size dissimilar spare with label The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare on wheel: This spare tire has a label on wheel and tire assembly can lead to the wheel that states: THIS WHEEL AND impairment of the following: TIRE ASSEMBLY FOR TEMPORARY USE •...
Page 296 Wheels and Tires WARNINGS Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. Always use the jack provided as original equipment with your vehicle.
Page 297 Wheels and Tires E145908 9. The vehicle jacking points are shown here, and are depicted on the warning label on the jack. Small arrow-shaped marks on the sills show the location of the jacking points. E75442 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown.
Page 298 Wheels and Tires 2. Insert the straight end of the jack retention bracket through the eyelet of the angled bracket and swing the retention bracket over the jack. With the jack in place, place the end of the retention bracket over the threaded stud in the trunk floor and secure it with the plastic wing nut.
Page 299: Technical Specifications
Ib-ft (Nm) 1/2-20 x 1.5 100 (135) Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque within 100 miles (160 kilometers) after any wheel disturbance (such as tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal).
Page 300: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Specifications ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 2.0L ECOBOOST Engine 2.0L EcoBoost Cubic inches Firing order 1-3-4-2 Ignition system Coil on plug Compression ratio 9.3:1 Spark plug gap 0.027-0.031 in. (0.70-0.80 mm) A. The long drivebelt is on the first pulley Drivebelt Routing groove closest to the engine B.
Page 301: Engine Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost
Capacities and Specifications Drivebelt Routing 3.5L Duratec E191904 ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS - 3.5L ECOBOOST Engine 3.5L EcoBoost Cubic inches Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 Ignition system Coil on plug Spark plug gap 0.030 - 0.033 in (0.75 mm - 0.85 mm) Compression ratio 10.0:1 Drivebelt Routing 3.5L EcoBoost...
Page 302: Motorcraft Parts - 2.0L Ecoboost
WW-2043 (passenger side) This Motorcraft® part is designed for vehicles with Intelligent Access. We recommend Motorcraft® replacement parts available at your Ford dealer or at fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company’s specifications and are engineered for your vehicle. Use of other parts may impact vehicle performance, emissions and durability.
Page 303: Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Duratec
WW-2043 (passenger side) This Motorcraft® part is designed for vehicles with Intelligent Access. We recommend Motorcraft® replacement parts available at your Ford dealer or at fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company’s specifications and are engineered for your vehicle. Use of other parts may impact vehicle performance, emissions and durability.
Page 304: Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost
WW-2501 (driver side) WW-2043 (passenger side) We recommend Motorcraft® replacement parts available at your Ford dealer or at fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company’s specifications and are engineered for your vehicle. Use of other parts may impact vehicle performance, emissions and durability.
Page 305: Vehicle Identification Number
Capacities and Specifications VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number is located on the left-hand side of the instrument panel. E142477 World manufacturer identifier Brake system, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, Restraint Devices and their locations Make, vehicle line, series, body type Engine type Check digit...
Page 306: Vehicle Certification Label
Capacities and Specifications VEHICLE CERTIFICATION TRANSMISSION CODE LABEL DESIGNATION E167469 E167814 The National Highway Traffic Safety The transmission code is on the Safety Administration Regulations require that a Compliance Certification Label. The Safety Compliance Certification Label be following table shows the transmission affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where code along with the transmission the Safety Compliance Certification Label...
Page 307: Capacities And Specifications - 2.0L Ecoboost
Capacities and Specifications CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS - 2.0L ECOBOOST Capacities WARNING The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant under high pressure. Only qualified personnel should service the air conditioning refrigerant system. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury. Item Capacity Engine oil (with oil filter)
Page 308 Capacities and Specifications Name Specification CXO-5W30-LFS12 Engine coolant (U.S.): WSS-M97B44-D2 Motorcraft® Orange Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant VC-3DIL-B Engine coolant (Canada): WSS-M97B44-D2 Motorcraft® Orange Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant CVC-3DIL-B Brake fluid: WSS-M6C65-A2 Motorcraft® DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid PM-20 Automatic transmission fluid (U.S.): WSS-M2C938-A Motorcraft®...
Page 309 Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause degraded brake performance and not meet the Ford performance standards. Keep brake fluid clean and dry. Contamination with dirt, water, petroleum products or other materials may result in brake system damage and possible failure.
Page 310: Capacities And Specifications - 3.5L Duratec
Capacities and Specifications Note: Automatic transmissions that require MERCON LV transmission fluid should only use MERCON LV transmission fluid. The use of any other fluid may cause transmission damage. CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS - 3.5L DURATEC Capacities WARNING The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant under high pressure. Only qualified personnel should service the air conditioning refrigerant system.
Page 311 Capacities and Specifications Specifications Materials Name Specification Recommended motor oil (U.S. and Mexico): WSS-M2C945-A Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor XO-5W30-QSP Recommended Motor oil (Canada): WSS-M2C945-A Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil CXO-5W30-LSP12 Optional motor oil (U.S. and Mexico): WSS-M2C945-A Motorcraft®...
Page 312 Capacities and Specifications Name Specification Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid (All Wheel Drive) (U.S. WSL-M2C192-A and Mexico) Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant XY-75W140-QL Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid (All Wheel Drive) WSL-M2C192-A (Canada) Motorcraft® SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant CXY-75W140-1L Windshield washer fluid (U.S.
Page 313 If Motorcraft® oil is not fluid may cause degraded brake available, use motor oils of the performance and not meet the Ford recommended viscosity grade that meet performance standards. Keep brake fluid API SN requirements and display the API clean and dry.
Page 314: Capacities And Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost
Capacities and Specifications CAPACITIES AND SPECIFICATIONS - 3.5L ECOBOOST Capacities WARNING The air conditioning refrigerant system contains refrigerant under high pressure. Only qualified personnel should service the air conditioning refrigerant system. Opening the air conditioning refrigerant system can cause personal injury. Item Capacity Engine oil (with oil filter)
Page 315 Capacities and Specifications Name Specification Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil MXO-5W30-QSP Optional motor oil (U.S. and Mexico): WSS-M2C946-A Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil XO-5W30-QFS Optional Motor oil (Canada): WSS-M2C946-A Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil CXO-5W30-LFS12 Engine coolant (U.S. and Mexico): WSS-M97B44-D2 Motorcraft®...
Page 316 Capacities and Specifications Name Specification Windshield washer fluid (U.S. and Mexico): WSS-M14P19-A Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant ZC-32-B2 Windshield washer fluid (Canada): WSS-M14P19-A Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid CXC-37-(A, B, D, F) A/C refrigerant (U.S.): WSH-M17B19-A Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant YN-19 A/C refrigerant (Canada): WSH-M17B19-A...
Page 317 • Component damage which is not fluid may cause degraded brake covered by the vehicle warranty. performance and not meet the Ford • Longer engine cranking periods. performance standards. Keep brake fluid •...
Page 318: Audio System
Audio systems capable of recognizing and may not function correctly when used in playing MP3 and WMA individual tracks Ford CD players. and folder structures work as follows: • There are two different modes for MP3...
Page 319: Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Am/Fm/Cd
Audio System • MP3 and WMA folder mode represents AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH: a folder structure consisting of one AM/FM/CD level of folders. The CD player numbers all MP3 and WMA tracks on the disc WARNING (noted by the MP3 or WMA file extension) and all folders containing Driving while distracted can result in MP3 and WMA files, from F001 (folder)
Page 320 Audio System E210707 RADIO: Press this multiple times to select a radio band. Press and hold to select the autostore function. Press to return to the main screen of the active radio band. CD: Press to listen to a CD. Press the function buttons to scroll through the menu choices.
Page 321 Audio System Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse: In radio mode, select a frequency band and press this button. The system stops at the first station it finds in that direction. In SIRIUS mode, press to select the next or previous satellite radio station.
Page 322 Audio System Audio Settings Speed Compensated Automatically adjusts the volume to compensate for Volume speed and wind noise. You can set the system between 0 and +7 or off, low, medium, high. Sound Select to adjust settings for Treble, Midrange, Bass, Fade or Balance.
Page 323: Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium Am/Fm/Cd
Audio System Note: The touchscreen system controls AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH: most of the audio features. See your SYNC PREMIUM AM/FM/CD information. WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of 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.
Page 324: Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony Am/Fm/Cd
Audio System VOL and Power: Press to switch the system on and off. Turn to adjust the volume. Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse: In radio mode, select a frequency band and press this button. The system stops at the first station it finds in that direction.
Page 325: Satellite Radio
Audio System SOURCE: Press to access different audio modes, such as AM, FM, Satellite Radio and Line in. Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse: In radio mode, select a frequency band and press this button. The system stops at the first station it finds in that direction.
Page 326 Ford Motor Company shall not be of your vehicle. See an authorized dealer responsible for any such programming for availability.
Page 327 Audio System Troubleshooting Message Condition Action Acquiring… Radio requires more than No action required. This two seconds to produce message should disappear audio for the selected shortly. channel. Satellite antenna fault There is an internal module If this message does not or system failure present.
Page 328: Audio Input Jack
Audio System The auxiliary input jack allows you to AUDIO INPUT JACK connect and play music from your portable music player through your vehicle speakers. WARNINGS You can use any portable music player Driving while distracted can result in designed for use with headphones. Your loss of vehicle control, crash and audio extension cable must have male injury.
Page 329: Usb Port
Audio System USB PORT (If Equipped) E176344 The USB port allows you to plug in media playing devices, memory sticks and charge devices (if supported). See your SYNC information. MEDIA HUB The media hub may be located on the instrument panel or center console. E149148 See your SYNC information.
Page 330: Sync
SYNC GENERAL INFORMATION E198355 • Text message. SYNC is an in-vehicle communications system that works with your • Use the advanced voice recognition Bluetooth-enabled cellular phone and system. portable media player. This allows you to: • Charge your USB device (if your device •...
Page 331 SYNC Monday-Saturday, 8:30am-9:00pm EST. When using SYNC: • Do not operate playing devices if the Sunday, 10:30am-7:30pm EST. power cords or cables are broken, split In the United States, call 1-800-392-3673. or damaged. Place cords and cables In Canada, call 1-800-565-3673. out of the way, so they do not interfere with the operation of pedals, seats, Times are subject to change due to...
Page 332: Using Voice Recognition
Make sure the interior of your vehicle is vehicle's SYNC module. Ford Motor as quiet as possible. Wind noise from Company and Ford of Canada will not open windows and road vibrations may access the system data for any purpose...
Page 333 SYNC Voice command If you want the system to carry out the following Voice Settings | Voice Adjust the level of voice interaction and feedback. Preferences Help Hear a list of voice commands available in the current mode. You can say any of the voice commands that appear within open and close brackets that are separated by |.
Page 334 SYNC Confirmation prompts are short questions correct?". If turned off, the system simply the system asks when it is not sure of your makes a best guess as to what you request or when there are multiple possible requested and may ask you to confirm responses to your request.
Page 335: Using Sync With Your Phone
SYNC Other features, such as text messaging USING SYNC WITH YOUR using Bluetooth and automatic phonebook PHONE download, are cell phone-dependent features. To check your cell phone's Hands-free calling is one of the main compatibility, see your cell phone's manual features of SYNC.
Page 336 SYNC Pairing Subsequent Cell Phones Depending on your cell phone's capability and your market, the system may prompt Note: To scroll through the menus, press you with questions, such as setting the the up and down arrows on your audio current cell phone as the primary cell system.
Page 337 SYNC Voice Command You can also say any of the following: [Phone] Settings [Message] Notification Voice Command Call ___ [Phone] Settings [Message] Notification Call ___ at Home [Phone] Settings [Set] Phone Ringer Call ___ at Work [Phone] Settings [Set] Ringer 1 Call ___ in Office [Phone] Settings [Set] Ringer 2 Call ___ on Mobile...
Page 338 SYNC Making a Call Press the voice button and when prompted say: Voice Command Action and Description Call ___ This command is not available until your cell phone informa- tion is completely downloaded using Bluetooth. Dial Use to enter a phone number digit by digit. When the system confirms the number say one of the following commands: Dial To confirm the number and initiate the call.
Page 339 SYNC Message Action and Description Press the phone button. 2. Access the desired contact through SYNC or use voice commands to place the second call. Once actively in the second call, press MENU. 3. Scroll to Join Calls, and press the OK button. Wait until the following message appears.
Page 340 SYNC Press the phone button to enter the Phone Menu, then scroll to: Message Action and Description PHONE REDIAL Press the OK button to redial the last number called. Press the OK button again to confirm. PHONE REDIAL Access any previously dialed, received or missed calls after you connect your Bluetooth-enabled cell phone to SYNC.
Page 341 SYNC Message Action and Description Repeat entering letters to narrow your search. When you are satisfied with your entry press the right arrow key on the bezel. SYNC will jump to the phonebook contact name that matches your entry. Press OK. In addition to the Phonebook entry name, the phone number label (Work, Cell, Home or Other) shows on the...
Page 342 SYNC Message Action and Description SYS SETTINGS Access Bluetooth Devices menu listings and advanced menu listings. EXIT MENU Press the OK button to exit the phone menu. This is a cell phone-dependent feature. This is a cell phone-dependent and speed-dependent feature. This is an optional feature and available in the United States only.
Page 343 6. Press the OK button again when the system asks if you would like to send the message. The system sends each text message with the following signature: This message was sent from my Ford. Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 344 SYNC Message Action and Description DOWNLOAD MSG Allows you to download your unread messages to SYNC. To download the messages, press the OK button to select. The display indicates the system is downloading your messages. When downloading is complete, SYNC returns you to the inbox.
Page 345 SYNC Message Action and Description Press the OK button then select one of the following and press the OK button again to confirm. MSG NTFY ON MSG NTFY OFF MODIFY Modify the contents of your phone book (such as add, delete, down- PHONEBOOK load).
Page 346 SYNC Press the Phone button to enter the Phone Menu, then scroll to: Message Action and Description SYS SETTINGS Press the OK button. BT DEVICES Press the OK button. Select one of the following: ADD DEVICE See Using SYNC With Your Phone (page 332). CONNECT BT Connect a previously paired Bluetooth-enabled phone.
Page 347 SYNC Advanced and set prompts, languages, defaults, perform a master reset, install an The Advanced menu allows you to access application and view system information. To access the advanced menu, press the phone button to enter the Phone Menu, the scroll to: Message Action and Description SYS SETTINGS...
Page 348: Sync Applications And Services
SYNC Message Action and Description CONFIRM REBOOT? Press OK to select. You only need to press the OK button once. SYNC will be unre- sponsive for 2-4 minutes while it is rebooting. Wait 2-4 minutes before attempting to execute a SYNC command INSTALL APP Install applications you have downloaded.
Page 349 SYNC Note: If any user turns 911 Assist on or off, If a crash deploys an airbag (excluding that setting applies for all paired phones. If knee airbags and rear inflatable safety 911 Assist is turned off, either a voice belts [if equipped]) or activates the fuel message plays or a display message (or pump shut-off, your SYNC-equipped...
Page 350: Sync Applink
SYNC • A connected Bluetooth-enabled phone 911 Assist May Not Work If must have adequate network coverage, • Your cellular phone or 911 Assist battery power and signal strength. hardware sustains damage in a crash. • The vehicle must have battery power •...
Page 351 SYNC To Access Using the Phone Menu For more information, please visit: Press the phone button to access the Website SYNC phone menu on-screen. You can then scroll to: www.SYNCMyRide.com Menu item To Access Using the Media Menu Mobile Apps Press OK to access a list Press the AUX button on the center of available applications.
Page 352: Using Sync With Your Media Player
SYNC To Access Using Voice Commands Press the voice button and when prompted say: Voice command Action and description Mobile Apps Say the name of the application after the tone. The app should start. While an app is running through SYNC, you can press the voice button and speak commands specific to the app, for example, "Playlist Road Trip".
Page 353: Taurus (Cph) Canada/United States Of America, Enusa, First Printing
SYNC To Connect Using the System Menu USB Port (page 326). Press the AUX button, then the Menu Plug the device into the USB port. See button to enter the Media Menu. You can then scroll to: Message Action and Description SELECT SRC Press the OK button.
Page 354: Taurus (Cph) Canada/United States Of America, Enusa, First Printing
SYNC Press the voice button and when prompted say: Voice command Action and Description Whats This? | Whats The system reads the metadata tags of the playing track, Playing? and if the metadata tags are populated, the system will tell you what track is playing.
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SYNC Bluetooth Audio Command Guide Voice command Press the voice button and say: Search The system searches for a Track ___ specific artist/track/album Voice command | Search from the music indexed Song ___ through the USB port. Bluetooth Audio Refine This allows you to make You can then say any of the following: album ___...
Page 356: Taurus (Cph) Canada/United States Of America, Enusa, First Printing
SYNC You can then scroll to: Message Action and Description PLAY MENU Play your music by artist, album, genre, playlists, tracks, similar music or to simply, play all. You can also choose to Explore USB to view the supported digital music files on your playing device.
Page 357: Taurus (Cph) Canada/United States Of America, Enusa, First Printing
SYNC Message Action and Description APPLICATIONS Interact with SYNC-capable mobile applications on your smartphone. SYS SETTINGS Access available Bluetooth Device menu listings as well as Advanced menu listings. EXIT MENU Press OK to exit the media menu. The time required to complete this depends on the size of the media the system needs to index.
Page 358: Taurus (Cph) Canada/United States Of America, Enusa, First Printing
SYNC Message Action and Description ARTISTS Sort all indexed media by artist. Once selected, the system lists and then plays all artists and tracks alphabetically. If there are fewer than 255 indexed artists, the system lists them alphabetically in flat file mode. If there are more than 255, the system categorizes them alphabetically.
Page 359: Taurus (Cph) Canada/United States Of America, Enusa, First Printing
SYNC Message Action and Description EXPLORE USB Explore all supported digital media on your media device connected to the USB port. You can only view media content which is compatible with SYNC; other files saved are not visible. Press the OK button. 2.
Page 360: Taurus (Cph) Canada/United States Of America, Enusa, First Printing
SYNC Message Action and Description Press the OK button. When find SYNC appears in the display, press the OK button again. 2. Follow the directions in your phone's manual to put your phone into discovery mode. A six-digit PIN appears in the display.
Page 361: Taurus (Cph) Canada/United States Of America, Enusa, First Printing
SYNC You can then scroll to: Message Action and Description SYS SETTINGS Press the OK button. ADVANCED Press the OK button. You can then select one of the following: PROMPTS Have SYNC guide you by asking questions, helpful hints or ask you for a specific action.
Page 362: Sync Troubleshooting
SYNC Use the website at any time to check your SYNC TROUBLESHOOTING phone's compatibility, register your account and set preferences as well as Your SYNC system is easy to use. However, access a customer representative via an should questions arise, see the tables online chat (during certain hours).
Page 363 SYNC Phone issues Issue Possible cause(s) Possible solution(s) Depending upon your phone, you may have to grant SYNC permission to access your phonebook contacts. Make sure to confirm when prompted by your phone during the phonebook download. I am having trouble This is a phone-dependent Go to the website to review connecting my phone to...
Page 364 SYNC USB and media issues Issue Possible cause(s) Possible solution(s) I am having trouble This may be a possible Try turning off the device, connecting my device. device malfunction. resetting the device, removing the device's battery, then trying again. Make sure you are using the manufacturer's cable.
Page 365 SYNC Vehicle Health Report and Services (Traffic, Directions and Information) issues Issue Possible cause(s) Possible solution(s) I received a text that I did You did not activate your This is a free feature, but you not activate Vehicle Health account on the website. must first register online to Report.
Page 366 SYNC Voice command issues Issue Possible cause(s) Possible solution(s) SYNC does not understand You may be using the wrong Review the phone voice what I am saying. voice commands. commands and the media You may be speaking too voice commands at the soon or at the wrong time.
Page 367 SYNC Voice command issues Issue Possible cause(s) Possible solution(s) The system may not be Make sure you are saying the reading the name the same contacts exactly as they are way you are saying it. listed. For example, if you Contacts in your phonebook save a contact as Joe may be very short and...
Page 368 AppLink. Also, some may have a "Ford SYNC" setting, so check the app's settings menu on the phone. My phone is connected, my Sometime apps do not...
Page 369 SYNC AppLink issues Issue Possible cause(s) Possible solution(s) 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.
Page 370 SYNC phone listed in SYNC's bluetooth ports apps can to find. If the app has a "Ford Mobile Apps Menu. use to connect. If you have SYNC" setting, disable that more AppLink apps on your...
Page 371: General Information
SYNC Getting to Know Your System GENERAL INFORMATION The SYNC 3 system allows you to interact WARNING with a variety of features using the touchscreen and voice commands. By Driving while distracted can result in integrating with your Bluetooth-enabled loss of vehicle control, crash and phone, the touchscreen provides easy injury.
Page 372 SYNC Item Menu Item Action and Description Status Bar This bar displays icons and messages pertaining to current system activities including climate settings, voice commands and phone functions such as text messages. Home This button is available on the main screens. Pressing it takes you to the home screen view.
Page 373 SYNC E223130 Callout Item Description Driver Temper- This shows the temperature the driver selects through ature the climate control system. Heated steering When you activate the heated steering wheel option wheel on the touch screen, this icon displays. It only displays when there is not a physical button for the heated (If equipped) steering wheel.
Page 374 SYNC Callout Item Description Download This icon appears when SYNC 3 receives a software update. Pressing the icon shows more details about the new software. Wi-Fi This icon appears if a Wi-Fi network is connected. Wi-Fi in Range An available Wi-Fi network is within range. Roaming This icon displays when your cell phone is roaming.
Page 375 SYNC Feature Bar Item Functions Navigation Allows you to see your vehicle's location on a virtual road map, get driving directions to (If equipped) your destination and find points of interest along your route. Apps Connect and control SYNC 3 compatible apps running on your iphone or android device.
Page 376 SYNC E208626 You can make the following adjustments using the information display SYNC 3 screen: Option Information Audio Information for current audio playing. Select source. Naviga- View current road and speed limit (if information is available). tion View current route, next turn, time to your destination (depending on cluster level), distance to destination (depending on cluster level), and ability to cancel route.
Page 377 SYNC Option Information Quick All calls Incoming calls Outgoing calls Missed calls dial If you are on a call, the call information is displayed on the information display. If you are receiving a call, you can accept it by selecting OK on the right-hand steering wheel controls.
Page 378 SYNC • Power: Switch the audio system on WARNINGS and off. Do not wait for 911 Assist to make an • VOL: Control the volume of playing emergency call if you can do it audio. yourself. Dial emergency services immediately to avoid delayed response •...
Page 379 SYNC will feature, by visiting: then attempt to call the emergency services. Website Before making the call: www.owner.ford.com • SYNC provides a short window of time www.syncmyride.ca (about 10 seconds) to cancel the call. www.syncmaroute.ca If you fail to cancel the call, SYNC attempts to dial 911.
Page 380 SYNC 911 Assist Privacy Notice • Do not leave playing devices in your vehicle during extreme conditions as it When you switch on 911 Assist, it may could cause them damage. See your disclose to emergency services that your device's user guide for further vehicle has been in a crash involving the information.
Page 381 Visit the website to sign up and register. To use the USB update you need to log Website into your owner account and visit the SYNC software update page. www.owner.ford.com www.syncmyride.ca Website www.owner.ford.com www.syncmyride.ca Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 382 SYNC Website To connect your system to Wi-Fi, select: www.syncmaroute.ca Menu Item The website notifies you if an update is available. You can then select to download Settings the update. Wi-Fi You will need an empty USB drive. Please Available You can then select your check the website for minimum Wi-Fi...
Page 383 Monday-Saturday, 8:30am-8:00pm EST. equipment and access to your vehicle's SYNC 3 module. Ford Motor Company, United States: 1-800-392-3673. Ford of Canada and The Lincoln Motor Canada: 1-800-565-3673. Company do not access the system data Times are subject to change due to for any purpose other than as described holidays.
Page 384: Home Screen
SYNC HOME SCREEN E209015 Item Tile Home screen display Audio Shows the active media source. If your vehicle does not have navigation, this space contains the compass. Passenger Displays the current setting of the passenger heated or Heated and climate controlled seats. Climate This icon does not display if your vehicle has hard button Controlled...
Page 385: Using Voice Recognition
SYNC Item Tile Home screen display Driver Displays the current setting of the heated or climate Heated and controlled driver seat. Climate This icon does not display if your vehicle has hard button Controlled controls for heated and climate controlled seats. Seats If your vehicle is not equipped with navigation, this option displays under the audio information.
Page 386 SYNC Voice Command Action and Description Navigation List of Commands Next Page You can use this command to view the next page of options on any screen where multiple pages of choices are given. Previous Page You can use this command to view the previous page of options on any screen where multiple pages of choices are given.
Page 387 SYNC Voice command Description Play Song ___ Play Audiobook ___ Browse ___ For USB audio only, you can say the name of an artist, album, or a genre to browse by that selec- tion. Your system must finish indexing before this option is available.
Page 388 SYNC Making Calls phone voice commands it can be the name of the contact you wish to call or the digits ___ is a dynamic listing, meaning that for you want to dial. Press the voice button and say a command similar to the following: Voice command Description Call ___...
Page 389 SYNC Navigation Voice Commands commands to set a destination or find a point of interest. Equipped) ___ is a dynamic listing, meaning that for Setting a Destination navigation voice commands it can be a POI category or an address. You can use any of the following You can find an address, a point of interest (POI), or search for points of interest by category: Voice command...
Page 390 SYNC Mobile App Voice Commands (If Equipped) The following voice commands are always available: Voice command Description Mobile Apps SYNC 3 will prompt you to say the name of an app to start it on SYNC 3. List Mobile Apps SYNC 3 will list all of the currently available Mobile Apps.
Page 391 SYNC Voice Settings Commands You can say the following commands to access the voice settings: Voice command Description Voice Settings Allows you to enter the voice settings functionality. Interaction Mode Sets standard prompting with longer prompts. Standard Interaction Mode Sets advanced prompting with shorter prompts. Advanced Phone Confirmation On Allows the system to confirm before making a phone call.
Page 392: Entertainment
SYNC ENTERTAINMENT E205443 Message Message and description Sources Direct Tune Presets Sources You can access these options using the touchscreen or voice commands. Press this button to select the source of media you want to listen to. Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 393 SYNC Menu item SIRIUS The name of the USB that is plugged in displays here. Bluetooth Stereo Apps If you have SYNC 3 compatible apps on your connected smart phone, they display here as individual source selections. This feature may not be available in all markets and requires an active subscription. Once you have entered the station's AM/FM Radio call numbers, you can select:...
Page 394 This includes canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice E234451 to you. Ford Motor Company shall not be SIRIUS satellite radio is a responsible for any such programming subscription-based satellite radio service changes.
Page 395 SYNC Menu item Action and description Replay Replay audio on the current channel. You can replay approx- imately 45 minutes of audio as long as you remain tuned to the current station. Changing stations erases the previous audio. Live When you are in replay mode, you are not able to select a different preset until you return to live audio.
Page 396 SYNC Troubleshooting tips Message Cause Action Acquiring Signal Radio requires more than two No action required. This seconds to produce audio for message should disappear the selected channel. shortly. Satellite antenna fault There is an internal module or If this message does not clear system failure present.
Page 397 SYNC HD Radio technology is the digital The HD logo is grey when acquiring a digital evolution of analog AM/FM radio. Your station, and then changes to orange when system has a special receiver that allows digital audio is playing. When this logo is it to receive digital broadcasts (where available, you may also see Title and Artist available) in addition to the analog...
Page 398 SYNC HD Radio Reception and Station Troubleshooting Potential reception issues Reception area If you are listening to a multicast station and you are on the fringe of the reception area, the station may mute due to weak signal strength. If you are listening to HD1, the system changes back to the analog broadcast until the digital broadcast is available again.
Page 399 HD Radio and the HD and returns you to the main audio screen. HD Radio logos are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corp. Ford Motor The current audio information appears on Company and iBiquity Digital Corp. are not the screen.
Page 400 SYNC Button Function For MP3 CDs, this button allows you to toggle through repeat off, repeat one track (a small number one displays), and repeat current folder (a small folder displays). Shuffle Select the shuffle symbol to have the audio on the disk play in random order.
Page 401 SYNC Button Function Playlists Artists Albums Songs Genres Podcasts Audio books Composers A-Z Jump This button allows you to choose a specific letter to view within the category you are browsing. Explore Device If available, this allows you to browse the folders and files on your USB device.
Page 402: Climate
SYNC Supported USB file systems include: FAT, CLIMATE exFAT, and NTFS. Climate is optional for your vehicle. SYNC 3 is also able to organize the media from your USB device by metadata tags. Touch the climate button on the Metadata tags, which are descriptive touchscreen to access your climate control software identifiers embedded in the features.
Page 403 SYNC Callout Item Description Left-hand front Touch up or down to adjust the temperature. seat temper- ature: Heated steering Touch the heated steering wheel icon to switch the wheel: heated steering wheel on and off (if equipped). Defrost A pop up appears on the screen to display the defrost options.
Page 404 SYNC Callout Item Description DUAL This button lights up when the passenger controls are active. To switch the dual zone operation off and link the passenger temperature to the driver temperature, touch the DUAL button to switch it off. Right-hand front Touch up or down to adjust the temperature.
Page 405: Phone
SYNC 4. Confirm that the six-digit number PHONE appearing on your phone matches the six-digit number on the touchscreen. WARNING 5. The touchscreen indicates when the Driving while distracted can result in pairing is successful. loss of vehicle control, crash and 6.
Page 406 To check your phone’s compatibility, see your phone’s manual or visit the Phone Menu website: This menu becomes available after pairing Websites a phone. owner.ford.com E205447 Item Menu Item Action and Description Recent Call Displays your recent calls. List You can place a call by selecting an entry from this list.
Page 407 SYNC Item Menu Item Action and Description You can also sort the calls by selecting the drop down menu at the top of the screen. You can choose: Incoming Outgoing Missed Contacts All of your contacts from your phone display in alphabetical order.
Page 408 SYNC To call a number in your contacts, To accept the call, select: select: Menu Item Menu Item Action and Description Accept Contacts You can then select the Note: You can also accept the call by name of the contact you pressing the phone button on the steering want to call.
Page 409 SYNC Item Item Privacy Transfer the call to End Call Immediately end a the cell phone or phone call. You can back to SYNC 3. also press the button on the Text Messaging steering wheel. Note: Downloading and sending text Keypad Press this to access messages using Bluetooth are cell...
Page 410: Navigation
SYNC 2. Select Apple CarPlay on the To disable this feature from the touchscreen. Settings screen, select: To disable this feature from the Menu Item Settings screen, select: Android Auto Preferences Menu Item Your device is listed if SYNC detects Apple CarPlay Preferences Android Auto.
Page 411 SYNC 3D city models are complete 3D models Re-center the map by pressing of entire city areas including navigable this icon whenever you scroll the roads, parks, rivers and rendered buildings. map away from your vehicle’s 3D landmarks and city models appear in current location.
Page 412 SYNC Destination Mode To set a destination, press: Menu Item Description Destination Enter a navigation destination in any of the following formats: Search Street Address (number, street, city, state) For example "12 Mainstreet Dearborn MI" Partial Address (number, street) if searching in current state (number, street and zip code (or postal code in Canada)) if searching out of state You can enter unique addresses that contain door number prefixes...
Page 413 SYNC Menu Item Description Delete Select this option to remove all previous destinations. Home Select to navigate to your set Home destination. The time it takes to travel from your current location to Home displays. To set your Home, press: Home A prompt appears asking if you would like to create a favorite for home.
Page 414 SYNC Menu Item Description See All Press to view additional categories. Once you have selected a category, follow the menus to find what you are looking for. Inside of these categories you can search by: Nearby Along Route Near Destination In a City Once you have chosen your destination, press: Menu Item...
Page 415 SYNC Menu Item Action and Description The navigation map shows your estimated time of arrival, remaining travel time and the distance to your destination. SYNC 3 may not always announce vehicle arrival at the exact point of your destination and you may have to cancel a route manually. During active navigation, touch the bottom Navigation Menu of the screen to view the menu and other...
Page 416 SYNC Button Navigation Press this button to adjust your preferences. See Settings (page 418). Settings Where Am I? Provides your current location city and the nearest road. The following are only available on the menu during an active navigation route: Cancel Route The system asks for confirmation and then returns you to the map mode screen.
Page 417 SYNC Menu Item Add Waypoint The waypoint list then appears and you are able to re-order all of your waypoints by selecting the menu icon on the right hand side of the location. You can select up to five waypoints. You can also have the system set the order Optimize Order for you by pressing:...
Page 418: Apps
Note: We encourage you to review the www.here.com/mapcreator. HERE smartphone app s terms of service and evaluates all reported map errors and privacy policies because Ford is not responds with the result of their responsible for your app or its use of data. investigation by e-mail.
Page 419 AppLink is only possible when Android Auto select a mobile app using the system. or Apple CarPlay are disabled. Some apps Note: Ford reserves the right to limit may only be accessible in the car through functionality or deactivate mobile apps at Applink and others only through Android any time.
Page 420 We recommend by SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link. against the use of any hand-held device Note: Neither Sirius nor Ford is responsible while driving and encourage the use of for any errors or inaccuracies in the SiriusXM voice-operated systems when possible.
Page 421: Settings
SYNC Menu Item Action and Description Area Select to choose from a listing of weather locations. Sports Info Touch this button to view scores and schedules from a variety of sports. You can also save up to 10 favorite teams for easier access.
Page 422 SYNC Media Player device is the active audio source. Pressing the button allows you to access the This button is available when a media following options for active devices only. device such as a Bluetooth Stereo or USB Menu Item Action and Description Podcast Speed For some Apple devices, SYNC 3 can adjust the playback speed of...
Page 423 SYNC Menu Item Action and Description Clock Format Select how time displays. Auto Time Zone When active, the clock adjusts to time zone changes. Update This feature is only available in vehicles with navigation. Reset Clock to When selected, the vehicle clock resets to GPS satellite time. GPS Time Bluetooth The system automatically saves any...
Page 424 4. The touchscreen indicates when the pairing is successful. Website 5. Your phone may prompt you to give owner.ford.com the system permission to access www.syncmyride.ca information. To check your phone’s www.syncmaroute.ca compatibility, see your phone’s manual or visit the website.
Page 425 SYNC Menu Item Action and Description First Name Last Name Re-download Select this option to re-download your contact list manually. Contacts Delete Contacts Select this option to delete the in vehicle contact list. Deleting the in vehicle list does not erase the contact list on the connected phone. Menu Item Action and Description Set Phone Ringtone...
Page 426 SYNC You can enable and disable the following options as well: Menu Item Action and Description Mute Audio in When enabled, vehicle audio (such as radio or apps) is muted for the Privacy duration of the phone call even when the phone call is in privacy. Roaming When enabled, an alert displays that your phone is roaming when Warning...
Page 427 SYNC Menu Item Action and Description FM HD Radio Activation of this feature allows you to listen to HD radio broadcasts. AM HD Radio (Dependent on current radio source, If Avail- able) Radio Text This feature is available when FM Radio is your active media source. Activate this feature to have the system display radio text.
Page 428 SYNC Route Preferences Menu Item Second Level Messages, Actions and Descriptions Route Preferences Then select any of the following: Preferred Route Choose to have the system display your chosen route type. Shortest Fastest Always Use ___ Bypass route selection in destination programming. The system only Route calculates one route based on your preferred route setting.
Page 429 Note: All Mobile Apps may not be Mobile Apps compatible with the system. Note: Standard data rates will apply. Ford You can enable the control of compatible is not responsible for any additional charges mobile apps running on your Bluetooth or you may receive from your service provider, USB device on SYNC 3.
Page 430 Note: Ford is not responsible or liable for General any damages or loss of privacy relating to usage of an app, or dissemination of any...
Page 431 SYNC Menu Item Automatic System Updates When you activate this option, the system automatic- ally updates when you have an available Internet connection through a Wi-Fi network or mobile connection. About Information pertaining to the system and its software. Software Licenses Documentation of the software license for the system.
Page 432 SYNC Door Keypad Code enter the five-digit factory set code. You can find this code on the owner's wallet Select this button to add or erase a card in the glove box or from your personal door keypad code. To add or authorized dealer.
Page 433: Sync 3 Troubleshooting
Note: If the system is locked and you refer to the tables below. cannot remember the PIN, please contact To check your cell phone's compatibility, the Customer Relationship Center. visit the Ford website. United States: 1-800-392-3673 Canada: 1-800-565-3673 Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 434 SYNC Website Website www.syncmyride.ca owner.ford.com www.syncmaroute.ca Cell phone issues Issue Possible cause Possible solution There is back- The audio control ground noise settings on your cell Refer to your device's manual about audio during a phone phone may be affecting adjustments.
Page 435 SYNC Cell phone issues Issue Possible cause Possible solution You must switch on your cell phone and the automatic phonebook download feature on SYNC 3. This is a cell phone- Check your cell phone's compatibility. dependent feature. Try switching your cell phone off, resetting it or removing the battery, then try again.
Page 436 SYNC Cell phone issues Issue Possible cause Possible solution Replying to text messages using SYNC 3 is not supported by iPhone. Text messages from WhatsApp and Face- book Messenger are not supported. Your cell phone must support downloading This is a cell phone- text messages through Bluetooth to receive dependent feature.
Page 437 SYNC USB and Bluetooth Stereo issues Issue Possible cause Possible solution This is a device- Bluetooth audio Make sure you connect the device to SYNC dependent feature. does not 3 and that you have started the media The device is not stream.
Page 438 SYNC Wi-Fi Issues Issue Possible cause Possible solution Failed connection. Password error. Verify password. Weak signal. Check for a poor Wi-Fi signal. Multiple Access points Use a unique name for your within range with the same SSID, don’t use the default SSID.
Page 439 SYNC Wi-Fi Issues Issue Possible cause Possible solution SYNC 3 is not seen when SYNC 3 does not currently SYNC 3 currently does not searching for Wi-Fi networks provide a hotspot. provide a hotspot from your phone or other devices. Software download takes Poor signal strength, too far Check the signal quality...
Page 440 AppLink. Also, some may have a "Ford SYNC" setting, so check the app's settings menu on the phone. Closing and restarting apps may help SYNC 3 find the application if you cannot discover it inside the vehicle.
Page 441 SYNC AppLink issues Issue Possible cause(s) Possible solution(s) On an iPhone with iOS7+, to force close an app, double tap the home button then swipe up on the app to close it. Tap the home button again, then select the app again to restart it.
Page 442 3 to find. If the app has a I can only see some of the can use to connect. If you "Ford SYNC" setting, disable AppLink apps running on my have more AppLink apps on that setting in the app's...
Page 443 SYNC Voice command issues Issue Possible cause Possible solution You may be using the Review the media voice commands at the wrong voice commands. beginning of the media section. Say the song or artist name exactly as it is displayed on your device. For example, say "Play Artist Prince"...
Page 444 SYNC Voice command issues Issue Possible cause Possible solution The SYNC 3 voice control system is having SYNC 3 applies the phonetic pronunciation trouble recog- rules of the selected language to the names You may be saying the nizing foreign stored on your media player or USB flash foreign names using the tracks, artists,...
Page 445 5 seconds the screen will go black. Allow 1-2 minutes for the system reset to complete. You may then resume using the SYNC 3 system. For additional assistance with SYNC 3 troubleshooting please call or visit the Ford Website. Ford Support...
Page 446: Accessories
Ford dealer for the Contact an authorized dealer for details manufacturer’s limited warranty details, and a copy of the warranty. and request a copy of the Ford Licensed Accessories product limited warranty from Exterior Style the accessory manufacturer. •...
Page 447 • If you or an authorized Ford dealer add any non-Ford electrical or electronic accessories or components to your vehicle, you may adversely affect battery performance and durability. In...
Page 448: Ford Protect
If you bring your car into your dealer for Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. When service, we’ll give you a loaner to use for you visit your Ford Dealer, Insist on Ford the day. Protect Extended Service Plans! Extended Rental Benefits...
Page 449 Ford Protect Extended This information is subject to change. For Service Plan specialists at 800-367-3377. more information; visit your local Ford of Ford Protect Extended Service Plan Canada dealer or www.ford.ca to find the P.O. Box 321067...
Page 450: Scheduled Maintenance
If you do not use Ford authorized parts they you sell or trade it. Keep all receipts for may not meet our specifications and completed maintenance with your vehicle.
Page 451 When the oil change message appears in Additives and Chemicals the information display, it is time for an oil This owner's manual and the Ford change. Make sure you perform the oil Workshop Manual list the recommended change within two weeks or 500 miles additives and chemicals for your vehicle.
Page 452 Scheduled Maintenance 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 door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Page 453: Normal Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance Multi-Point inspection Accessory drive belt(s) Hazard warning system operation Battery performance Horn operation Engine air filter Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioning hoses Exhaust system Suspension components for leaks or damage Exterior lamps operation Steering and linkage Tires (including spare) for wear and proper Fluid levels ;...
Page 454 Scheduled Maintenance When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message Interval Vehicle use and example Normal Normal commuting with highway driving 7500-10000 miles No, or moderate, load or towing (12000-16000 km) Flat to moderately hilly roads No extended idling Severe Moderate to heavy load or towing 5000-7499 miles Mountainous or off-road conditions...
Page 455 Scheduled Maintenance At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display Inspect the tires, tire wear and measure the tread depth. Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag. Do not exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between service intervals. Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes.
Page 456: Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance perform extra maintenance as indicated. SPECIAL OPERATING If you operate your vehicle occasionally CONDITIONS SCHEDULED under any of these conditions, it is not MAINTENANCE necessary to perform the extra maintenance. For specific If you operate your vehicle primarily in any recommendations, see your dealership of the following conditions, you need to service advisor or technician.
Page 457 The PTU lubricant will be more before the completion of your vehicle's likely to require a fluid change if the vehicle useful life. Ford Motor Company, however, has extended periods of extreme or severe urges you to have all recommended duty cycle driving.
Page 458: Scheduled Maintenance Record
Scheduled Maintenance Hot climate oil change intervals: If the available API SM or SN oils are not Vehicles operating in the Middle East, available, then the oil change interval is North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or 3,000 mi (4,800 km). locations with similar climates using an Engine air filter and cabin air filter American Petroleum Institute (API) replacement: The life of the engine air...
Page 459 Scheduled Maintenance Dealer stamp Repair Order #: Distance: Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature: E146852 Dealer stamp Repair Order #: Distance: Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature: E146852 Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 460 Scheduled Maintenance Dealer stamp Repair Order #: Distance: Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature: E146852 Dealer stamp Repair Order #: Distance: Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature: E146852 Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 461 Scheduled Maintenance Dealer stamp Repair Order #: Distance: Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature: E146852 Dealer stamp Repair Order #: Distance: Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature: E146852 Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 462 Scheduled Maintenance Dealer stamp Repair Order #: Distance: Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature: E146852 Dealer stamp Repair Order #: Distance: Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature: E146852 Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 463 Scheduled Maintenance Dealer stamp Repair Order #: Distance: Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature: E146852 Dealer stamp Repair Order #: Distance: Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature: E146852 Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 464 Scheduled Maintenance Dealer stamp Repair Order #: Distance: Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature: E146852 Dealer stamp Repair Order #: Distance: Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature: E146852 Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 465 Scheduled Maintenance Dealer stamp Repair Order #: Distance: Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature: E146852 Dealer stamp Repair Order #: Distance: Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature: E146852 Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 466 Scheduled Maintenance Dealer stamp Repair Order #: Distance: Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature: E146852 Dealer stamp Repair Order #: Distance: Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature: E146852 Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 467 Scheduled Maintenance Dealer stamp Repair Order #: Distance: Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature: E146852 Dealer stamp Repair Order #: Distance: Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature: E146852 Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 468: Appendices
COMPANY nor its suppliers shall be include software licensed or owned by liable for any damages arising out of Ford Motor Company and its affiliates errors in the speech recognition ("FORD MOTOR COMPANY"). Those process. It is your responsibility to...
Page 469 • Single EULA: The end user • Additional Software/Services: The documentation for the DEVICES and SOFTWARE may permit FORD MOTOR related systems and services may COMPANY, third party software and contain multiple EULAs, such as service suppliers, its affiliates and/or...
Page 470 DEVICES. electronic form, you may print one copy of UPGRADES AND RECOVERY MEDIA: such electronic documentation. If the SOFTWARE is provided by FORD EXPORT RESTRICTIONS: You MOTOR COMPANY separate from the acknowledge that the SOFTWARE is DEVICES on media such as a ROM chip, subject to U.S.
Page 471 Should you have any questions concerning are driving. Pull over in a safe and legal this EULA, or if you desire to contact FORD manner before attempting to access a MOTOR COMPANY for any other reason,...
Page 472 Appendices substitute for your personal judgment. Your Responsibilities and Assumptions of Any route suggestions made by this Risk system should never replace any local • You agree to each of the following:(a) traffic regulations or your personal Any use of the SOFTWARE while judgment or knowledge of safe driving driving an automobile or other vehicle practices.
Page 473 "AS IS" AND “AS AVAILABLE”, WITH ALL COMPANY SHALL BE FOUND IN THE FAULTS AND WITHOUT WARRANTY OF WARRANTY INFORMATION INCLUDING ANY KIND, AND FORD MOTOR COMPANY WITH YOUR OWNER GUIDE. TO THE HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES EXTENT THAT THERE IS ANY CONFLICT...
Page 474 Consumer-Related Disputes will also litigate any dispute in small claims court apply. To commence arbitration, submit a in your county of residence or FORD Commercial Arbitration Rules Demand for MOTOR COMPANY’S principal place of Arbitration form to the AAA. You may...
Page 475 AAA’s and arbitrator’s fees and court (Section c) or in arbitration (Section expenses. If you reject FORD MOTOR d). The one-year period begins when the COMPANY’S last written settlement claim or dispute first could be filed. If such...
Page 476 Appendices 1. Safe and Lawful Use 2. Account Information You acknowledge that devoting attention You agree: (a) when registering the to the TeleNav Software may pose a risk TeleNav Software, to provide TeleNav with of injury or death to you and others in true, accurate, current, and complete situations that otherwise require your information about yourself, and (b) to...
Page 477 Appendices distribute, sublicense or otherwise is dependent on the accuracy of transfer the TeleNav Software to navigation, as the maps or functionality others, except as part of your of the TeleNav Software are not permanent transfer of the TeleNav intended to support such high risk Software;...
Page 478 Appendices REASON WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING, to the exclusive jurisdiction of the WITHOUT LIMITATION, ALL DAMAGES courts of the County of Santa Clara, REFERENCED HEREIN AND ALL California. The United Nations DIRECT OR GENERAL DAMAGES IN Convention on Contracts for the CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING International Sale of Goods shall not NEGLIGENCE) OR OTHERWISE), THE apply.
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Page 484 Appendices A. Third Party Notices. Any and all copies II. Mexico. The following provision applies of the Data and/or packaging relating to the Data for Mexico, which includes thereto shall include the respective Third certain data from the Instituto Nacional Party Notices set forth below and used de Estadística y Geografía (“INEGI”): as described below corresponding to...
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Page 492 Appendices WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of 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.
Page 493 Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 494 Index Anti-Theft Alarm..........65 Arming the Alarm..........65 Disarming the Alarm...........65 Appendices............465 See: Climate Control.........109 Apps..............415 About This Manual...........7 ...................415 SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link....417 See: Brakes............164 At a Glance............16 ABS driving hints Audible Warnings and Indicators.....88 See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Headlamps On Warning Chime.....88 Brakes..............164 Key in Ignition Warning Chime......88...
Page 495 Index Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - Car Wash 2.0L EcoBoost ........247 See: Cleaning the Exterior......260 Center Console..........136 6F35 Transmission..........247 Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - Changing a Bulb...........256 3.5L Duratec/3.5L Ecoboost ....247 Front Fog Lamp..........256 6F50/6F55 Transmission.......247 High-Intensity Discharge Autowipers............70 Headlamps.............256 Auxiliary Power Points........135 LED Lamps............256 12 Volt DC Power Point........135...
Page 496 Index Climate............399 Climate Control..........109 See: Daytime Running Lamps......74 Climate Controlled Seats......128 Cooled Seats............128 Heated Seats............128 Collision Warning System......197 Economical Driving........211 Emission Control System......150 PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION......197 Coolant Check On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II).....151 See: Engine Coolant Check......243 Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator..44 (I/M) Testing.............151 Creating a MyKey..........52...
Page 497 Away From Home..........219 Ford Protect...........445 Global Opening..........79 Ford Protect Extended Service Plan Opening the Windows........79 (CANADA ONLY)..........446 Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S. Only)..............445 Front Passenger Sensing System....40 Handbrake Fuel and Refueling........143 See: Parking Brake..........165 Taurus (CPH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing...
Page 498 Index Hazard Warning Flashers......215 Collision Warning System.......102 Headlamp Adjusting Doors and Locks..........102 See: Adjusting the Headlamps.....255 Driver Alert............102 Headlamp Exit Delay........74 Fuel................102 Head Restraints..........119 Keys and Intelligent Access......103 Adjusting the Head Restraint......120 Lane Keeping System........103 Tilting Head Restraints ........121 Maintenance............104 Heated Seats..........127 MyKey..............104 Rear Heated Seats..........127...
Page 499 Index Keyless Entry...........60 Maintenance..........236 SECURICODE Keyless Entry General Information.........236 Manual Climate Control......109 Keypad..............60 Keyless Starting..........137 Manual Seats..........121 Ignition Modes.............138 Lumbar Adjustment...........122 Keys and Remote Controls......46 Moving the Seat Backward and Forward...............121 Recline Adjustment..........122 Media Hub............326 Lane Keeping System.........187 Memory Function..........125 Switching the System On and Off....188 Easy Entry and Exit Feature......126 Lighting Control..........72...
Page 500 Index One-Touch Up............78 Window Lock............78 Protecting the Environment......15 Oil Change Indicator Reset......243 Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check........241 Opening and Closing the Hood....236 Rear Parking Aid..........170 Closing the Hood..........237 Rear Seat Armrest........128 Opening the Hood..........236 Rear Seats............126 Ordering Additional Owner's Split-folding Rear Seat........126 Literature............223 Rear View Camera........175...
Page 501 Index Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting Valet Mode............430 Roadside Assistance........214 Vehicle..............428 Vehicles Sold in the United States: Using Voice Control............430 Roadside Assistance........214 Wi-Fi...............428 Roadside Emergencies.......214 Side Airbags.............42 Running-In Sitting in the Correct Position....119 Snow Chains See: Breaking-In...........211 Running Out of Fuel........146 See: Using Snow Chains.........286 Special Notices..........12 Adding Fuel From a Portable Fuel...
Page 502 Index SYNC 3............368 Towing a Trailer..........206 General Information.........368 Load Placement..........206 SYNC 3 Troubleshooting.....430 Towing the Vehicle on Four SYNC Applications and Wheels............210 Services............345 Emergency Towing..........210 911 Assist...............345 Recreational Towing..........210 SYNC AppLink ........347 Towing.............206 Traction Control..........166 SYNC Mobile Apps..........347 SYNC ............327 Principle of Operation........166 Transmission Code Designation....303 General Information..........327...
Page 503 Index Using Cruise Control........178 Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)......222 Switching Cruise Control Off......179 Switching Cruise Control On......178 Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems............55 Using Snow Chains........286 Vehicle Care..........260 Using Stability Control.......168 General Information.........260 Using Summer Tires........286 Vehicle Certification Label.......303 Using SYNC With Your Media Vehicle Identification Number....302...
Page 504 Index Low Washer Fluid..........87 Parking Lamps............87 Powertrain Fault...........87 Service Engine Soon..........87 Stability Control...........88 Stability Control Off..........88 Washer Fluid Check........251 Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior......260 See: Wipers and Washers.........70 Waxing..............261 Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel......291 Wheels and Tires.........267 General Information..........267 Technical Specifications.........296 Windows and Mirrors........78 Windshield Washers........71...