Ford Taurus Owner's Manual page 395

Perform the services in the preceding table when specified or within
3,000 miles (4,800 km) of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message
appearing in the message center.
Example #1: The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
28,751 miles (46,270 km); perform the 30,000 mile (48,000 km)
automatic transmission fluid replacement.
Example #2: The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message has not come on
but the odometer reads 30,000 miles (48,000 km); perform the engine air
filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at
25,000 miles [40,000 km].)
Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads
Inspect frequently, Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)
service as required
Replace engine air filter
Every 5,000 miles Inspect the wheels and related components for
(8,000 km) abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth
Every 5,000 miles Change engine oil and filter
(8,000 km) or
6 months
Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid (except
(48,000 km) Focus)
Every 50,000 miles Change manual transmission fluid
(80,000 km)
Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter
Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only)
Every oil change If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full
with regular unleaded fuel
2012 Taurus
Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
USA (fus)
Scheduled Maintenance
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