Page 1: Table Of Contents
Manual heating and air conditioning Automatic temperature control Rear window defroster Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Moon roof Message center 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 2 Brakes Transmission operation Reverse sensing system Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.
Page 5 In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 6 For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide/Customer Information Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 7 In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.
Page 8 • where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent,...
Page 9 WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 10 Brake Fluid - Parking Aid System Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe Windshield Rear Window Defrost/Demist Defrost/Demist 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 11 Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Power Steering Fluid Level Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Jack Air Filter Low Tire Pressure Check Fuel Cap Warning 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 12: Instrument Cluster
If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 13 ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 14 For more information on this system, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 15 Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 16: Gauges
Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 17 INFO button until “TRIP” appears in the display (this represents the trip mode). Press the control again to select Trip A and Trip B features. Press and release the RESET button to reset. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 18: Entertainment Systems
Quick start — How to get going WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The drivers primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 19 Note: The system may take a few moments to turn on. 2. Press CD to enter CD mode. If a disc is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it ended last. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 20 While in folder mode, press FOLDER to access the previous folder on MP3 discs, if available. While in folder mode, press FOLDER to access the next folder on MP3 discs, if available. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 21 To auto eject up to six discs, press and hold until the system begins ejecting all loaded discs. If the discs are not removed, the system will reload the discs. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 22: Am/Fm Stereo With Cd
AM/FM Single CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 23 OK. SONG REPLACED will appear in the display. • DELETE SONG: Press OK to delete a song from the system’s memory. Press to cycle through the saved songs. When the 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 24 To search for specific RBDS music categories: When the desired category appears in the display, press to find the desired type, then press and release SEEK, SEEK or press and hold SCAN to begin the search. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 25 SINGLE PLAY/DUAL PLAY (if equipped): If SINGLE PLAY is ON, press for DUAL PLAY. For further information on Single Play/Dual Play, please refer to the Family Entertainment DVD system later in this section. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 26 CD or DVD. The CD/DVD status will display in the radio display. OK: Use in various menu selections. Your vehicle may be equipped with special phone and media features. Refer to the SYNC supplement for further information. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 27 Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 28 16. CD: Press to enter CD/MP3 mode. If a CD/MP3 is already loaded into the system, CD/MP3 play will begin where it ended last. If no CD is loaded, NO DISC will appear in the display. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 29: Am/Fm Stereo With In-Dash Six Cd
(if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 30 • SAVE SONG: Press OK to save the currently playing song in the system’s memory. (If you try to save something other than a song, CANT SAVE will appear in the display.) When the chosen song is 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 31 When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 32 Recommended level is1–3; SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 33 In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press SEEK, SEEK seek to the previous/next channel. If a specific category is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.), press SEEK, SEEK to seek to the 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 34 : In folder mode, press FOLDER to access next folder on MP3 discs, if available. FOLDER: In folder mode, press FOLDER to access the previous folder on MP3 discs, if available. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 35 In TEXT MODE, sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed. When the “>” indicator is active, press SEEK to view the additional display text. When the “<” indicator is active, press SEEK to view the previous display text. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 36 If there is only one disc present in the system, press To auto eject up to six CDs, press and hold until the system begins ejecting all loaded discs. If the discs are not removed, the system will reload the discs. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 37: Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 38: Usb Port
USB port (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 39 • Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed. CD/CD player care • Handle discs by their edges only. (Never touch the playing surface). 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 40 CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached.
Page 41 .mp3 file extension) and all folders containing MP3 files, from F001 (folder) T001 (track) to F253 T255. • Creating discs with only one level of folders will help with navigation through the disc files. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 42: Satellite Radio Information
• Antenna obstructions: For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other material as far away from the antenna as possible. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 43 Note: SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes.
Page 44 NO TEXT Artist information not Artist information not available. available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 45: Family Entertainment System
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 46 The indicator light will turn off indicating the system is off. Note: The audio from the DVD system will play over all vehicle speakers and can be adjusted by the radio volume control. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 47 To play an auxiliary source through the DVD system The DVD system can be used to connect and play auxiliary electronic devices such as game systems, personal camcorders, video cassette recorders, etc. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 48 4 memory presets on the radio at the same time. A green light will illuminate next to either the A or B Headphone Control Button to indicate which channel is active (able to be controlled). 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 49 DVD system. A display will appear at the bottom of the screen indicating the brightness level. The brightness display will only appear when the menu is not displayed. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 50 DVD system. (Reverse): Press and release for the previous chapter or track. Press and hold to reverse search a DVD, Video CD, or FES CD in DVD/CD mode. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 51 (Headphones/Speakers): Press once for Dual Play (Headphone mode- the rear speakers are muted) and press again for Single Play (same media playing through all speakers). You can also 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 52 Unless otherwise stated, all operations can be carried out with the remote control. Always point the remote control directly at the player. Ensure that there are no obstructions between the remote and player. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 53 ) the volume over all speakers. When in Dual Play, press to increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the volume for the wired headphones. (Wireless headphone volume is controlled with the rotary dial on the right ear piece.) 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 54 21. LANGUAGE (DVD dependent): Press to select the desired language. 22. ENTER: Press to select the highlighted menu option. 23. ILLUMINATION: Press to illuminate the remote control and backlight all of the buttons. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 55 DVD player. Remove the screw and unlatch the battery cover to access the batteries. The remote control unit uses two AAA batteries which are supplied with the unit. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 56 Also, wired headphones may be purchased and plugged in where indicated on the left and right hand sides of the system. Refer to Wired Headphones following. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 57 Then, lightly press down on top and slide the cover off. When replacing the batteries, use two new batteries (alkaline recommended) and install them with the correct orientation as indicated in the battery housing. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 58 They will also turn off after two hours of continuous use as a power save feature. If this happens, simply turn the headphones on again and continue use. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 59 (and other media sources) over the headphones. This enables the front and rear seat passengers to listen to a variety of sources a variety of ways. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 60 Press MEDIA to change the audio source for Channel B. This information will display on the DVD system screen. Channel B can listen to either the DVD media or the DVD system auxiliary inputs (DVD-AUX). 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 61 (Headphone only mode) When the Family Entertainment System (FES) detects that the original radio supplied by Ford Motor Company has been removed from the vehicle, the Family Entertainment System will work in a state referred to as “Headphone Only Mode”.
Page 62 DVD. The system default is WIDE (16:9). Language Select LANGUAGE to select the language you would like to use for audio output (English, Spanish, French). This is disc dependent. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 63 You can also use the cursor controls to highlight COMPRESSION, SHUFFLE or SCAN. Once you have highlighted the desired track or function, press ENTER on the DVD bezel to confirm your selection. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 64 We do not recommend using high capacity discs containing 700MB of storage. • Disc type — Some CD-RW discs may operate inconsistently and may cause an error message to appear. We recommend burning MP3 files onto CD-R discs. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 65 (DVD), DVD-R and R/W discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD and DVD players. Irregular shaped CDs or DVDs, CDs or DVDs with a 2009 Taurus (500)
Page 66 Press when not in menu mode to adjust brightness, or when in menu mode to navigate through the menu selections. Press to adjust volume levels. Slow play 1. With a DVD playing, press pause. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 67 VCR, camcorder, video games, etc. The specific jacks are as follows: 1. Yellow: video input 2. White: left channel audio input 3. Red: right channel audio input 4. Black: wired headphone jack (not included) 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 68 DVD system. There are three levels of control of the FES buttons. The states are FULL (enabled), LOCAL or LOCKED (disabled). To change the level of control, press the memory 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 69 Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 70 Safety information WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 71 Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance Changes or modifications not approved by Ford Lincoln-Mercury could void user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 72 Overspray from these fluids could drip down into the internal electronics of the screen and cause damage. Do not apply excessive pressure while cleaning the screen. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 73: Navigation System
(headphone only mode) When the Family Entertainment System (FES) detects that the original radio supplied by Ford Motor Company has been removed from the vehicle, the FES will work in a state referred to as “Headphone Only Mode.” This mode allows the FES to operate as a standalone system, without interface to the radio.
Page 74: Climate Controls
When the ignition switch is turned off and back on, the climate system will return to the recirculated air mode only if the A/C button light is illuminated and the airflow selection is in either (panel) or (panel/floor) mode. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 75 In extremely cold temperatures, to maximize overall heater performance, it is suggested to not operate the auxiliary system (if equipped) until the engine temperature gauge crosses into the normal operating range. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 76: Automatic Temperature Control
2. Passenger temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the airflow temperature on the passenger side of the vehicle. Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster in this section for more information. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 77 The recommended vehicle cabin setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C). Dual temperature control: Press and hold the AUTO button to engage-disengage separate passenger side temperature control. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 78 (two indicator lights), press again to activate low heat setting (one indicator light), and press again to deactivate the passenger heated seat. Refer to Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 79 Front fan speed control: Press to manually increase or decrease the fan speed. 12. EXT: Press to display outside temperature. Press again to display cabin temperature settings. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 80 In extremely cold temperatures, to maximize overall heater performance it is suggested to not operate the auxiliary system (if equipped) until the engine temperature gauge crosses into the normal operating range. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 81: Rear Window Defroster
This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 82: Lights
To program the auto lamp exit time delay: 1. Start with the ignition in the off position and the headlamp control in the autolamp position. 2. Turn the headlamp switch to off. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 83 The fog lamps will not operate when the high beams are active. High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 84 Move the control to the full downward position, past detent, to turn off the interior lights. The instrument panel/switch lighting remains lit. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 85 The top of the high intensity area should touch the horizontal reference line, if not, the beam will need to be adjusted using the next step. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 86: Turn Signal Control
INTERIOR LAMPS Dome lamps and map lamps The map lamps are located on the overhead console. Press the controls on either side of each map lamp to turn on the lamps. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 87: Bulb Replacement
“E” for Europe to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 88 Replacing headlamp (low beam) bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the hood. 2. Reach in behind the headlamp assembly to access the bulbs and connectors. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 89 The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 90 Follow the same steps to replace either bulb. • (1) Backup lamp • (2) Brake/tail/turn lamp • (3) Side marker lamp 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and open the trunk. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 91 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position. 2. Remove the two screws from the license plate lamp assembly. 3. Carefully pull the bulb out from the contacts. Install new bulb(s) in reverse order. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 92 1. Make sure the fog lamp switch is in the off position. 2. Remove the bulb socket from the fog lamp by turning counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 93: Driver Controls
When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight, and the headlamp control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn on after a brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 94: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 95 The door will open to full open position. CLOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Press and release the button to adjust forward. Press and hold to fast forward. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 96 12 VDC/180W. If the power point or cigar lighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and replacing fuses. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 97: Power Windows
WARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 98 ONE TOUCH DOWN. Bounce-Back (Driver’s window only) When an obstacle has been detected in the window opening as the window is moving upward, the window will automatically reverse 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 99 (high reflective) state to the non-glare (darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle, it will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 100: Mirrors
2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 101 • Press the bottom of the control to adjust the pedals towards you. WARNING: Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on the pedals while the vehicle is moving. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 102: Speed Control
2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET + control and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator CNCL pedal. 5. The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 103 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET + control. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 104 CNCL • Press the speed control OFF control. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 105 • Press SEEK to listen to the next/previous track on the disc. In any mode: • Press VOL up or down to adjust the volume. • Press MUTE to mute the volume. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 106 Navigation display to use the voice command feature. Press SEND or END to complete a voice command. For further information on the Navigation system/SYNC system, refer to the Navigation System and SYNC supplements. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 107: Moon Roof
Press the switch again to stop the moon roof. Pull and hold the TILT control to close the moon roof. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 108 It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 109 HomeLink should now activate your rolling code equipped device. To program additional HomeLink buttons begin with Step 1 in this section. For questions or comments, please contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 110 For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time. In the event that there are still programming difficulties, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 111: Message Center
Selectable features Reset Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menu and SETUP menu. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 112 500 miles (800 km). This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 113 The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 114 Zone Setting mode. 6. Press RESET repeatedly until the desired zone setting is displayed. The message center will automatically exit zone setting mode if enough time passes without pressing a button. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 115 If this happens, the compass has been calibrated successfully. Otherwise, if the display shows only one heading as the vehicle is being driven around, repeat the procedure from Step 3. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 116 7. TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (if equipped and warning is present) 8. DISTANCE TO EMPTY Oil life An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 117 2. Press the RESET control to change from English to Metric. Autolamp delay (if equipped) This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 118 2. Press the RESET control to turn the easy entry/exit seat ON or OFF. System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle’s operating systems. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 119 Oil life change soon Oil change required DRIVER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the driver’s door is not completely closed. PASSENGER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the passenger side door is not completely closed. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 120 WASHER FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is less than one quarter full. Check the washer fluid level. Refer to Windshield washer fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 121 WARNING: To reduce the risk of injuries, the sunshade must be properly attached to the headliner clips in the rear roof panels. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 122 Attach the net to the anchors provided. Do not put more than 50 lb. (22 kg) in the net. WARNING: This net is not designed to restrain objects during a collision. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 123: Locks And Security
Note: Your vehicle’s IKTs were issued with a security tag on them that provides important vehicle key cut information. It is recommended that you maintain the tag in a safe place for future reference. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 124 Likewise, when rotating the IKT to the off position in the ignition lock cylinder, the bottom edge of the IKT adjacent to the control can be utilized. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 125: Locks
• any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the on position and the vehicle speed is 9 mph (15 km/h) or lower, and • the vehicle then attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h). 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 126 (one short and one long chirp) if autolock was activated. 7. Turn the ignition to the off position. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 127 • by using a power door unlock/lock sequence, • using a keypad procedure, or • or by using the instrument cluster message center. Refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 128 (one short and one long chirp) if autounlock was activated. 7. Turn the ignition to the off position. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 129 • When the childproof door locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. • The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the power door locks are unlocked. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 130 Unsupervised children could lock themselves in the trunk and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 131 (10 meters). A decrease in operating range could be caused by: • weather conditions, • nearby radio towers, • structures around the vehicle, or • other vehicles parked next to your vehicle. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 132 The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to the off position. Two stage unlocking may be disabled or re-enabled by simultaneously pressing the controls on the IKT for four seconds (disabling 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 133 Note: The seat will not travel to its final position if the key is not in the ignition and the easy entry feature is enabled. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 134 3. A tone will be heard when the deactivation is complete. 4. Repeat this procedure for another transmitter if desired. Replacing the battery The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 135 To program a new Integrated Keyhead Transmitter yourself, refer to Programming spare keys in the SecuriLock™ passive anti-theft system section of this chapter. Note: At least two IKTs are required to perform this procedure yourself. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 136 Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 137 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the off position. • The battery saver will shut off the headlamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the off position. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 138 • Do not set a code that uses five of the same number. • Do not use five numbers in sequential order. • The factory set code will work even if you have set your own personal code. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 139: Anti-Theft System
The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a “no-start” condition. Your vehicle comes with two coded Integrated Keyhead Transmitters; additional coded IKTs may be purchased from your authorized dealer. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 140 Note: The SecuriLock™ passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.
Page 141 IKT to your vehicle. Note: A maximum of eight coded keys can be programmed to your vehicle; only four of these eight can be IKTs with remote entry functionality. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 142 (if the new key is an Integrated Keyhead Transmitter). The theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out to indicate successful programming. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 143 • Press the driver or passenger interior door lock control while the door is open, then close the door. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 144 • Any door, the hood or the trunk is opened without using the door key, keypad or the remote entry transmitter portion of your IKT. • The ignition is turned to the on position with an invalid SecuriLock™ key or IKT. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 145: Seating And Safety Restraints
Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. The head restraints can be moved up by pulling up on the head restraint. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 146 3. Pull the strap located on the back of the seat to fold the front passenger seatback. 4. Without releasing the pull strap, push the seatback forward. 5. Move the seat as far forward as possible. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 147 WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 148 Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 149 Press the front or rear portion to tilt the seat. • Driver Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. • Driver Press the control to move the seat forward, or backward. • Passenger 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 150 • Push a third time to deactivate. The indicator light on the control will illuminate when activated. For low heat, one light will be lit; for high heat, both lights will be lit. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 151 REAR SEATS Head restraints (if equipped) Lift the head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 152 When raising the seatback(s), make sure you hear the seat latch into place. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 153: Safety Restraints
Your vehicle’s Personal Safety System consists of: • Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints. • Front outboard safety belts with pretensioners, energy management retractors (first row only), and safety belt usage sensors. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 154 Positioned up front, it provides valuable information early in the crash event on the severity of the impact. This allows your Personal Safety System to distinguish between different 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 155 Front safety belt usage sensors The front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver and front outboard passenger safety belts are fastened. This information 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 156 If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Personal Safety System serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 157 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person. WARNING: When possible, all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 158 • The energy management feature has a retractor assembly that is designed to extend the safety belt webbing in a controlled manner. This helps reduce the belt force acting on the user’s chest. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 159 Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 160 This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode WARNING: Ford Motor Company recommends that all passenger safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still working properly.
Page 161 Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 162 If the Belt-Minder warnings have expired (warnings for approximately five minutes) for one occupant (driver or front passenger), the other occupant can still activate the Belt-Minder feature. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 163 30 seconds, repeating for (5 km/h) and more than approximately five minutes or until 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the safety belts are buckled. the ignition switch has been turned to on... 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 164 “The people I’m with don’t Set the example, teen deaths occur 4 wear belts” times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people. Children and younger brothers/sisters imitate behavior they see. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 165 The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder features can be deactivated/activated by performing the following procedure: Before following the procedure, make sure that: • The parking brake is set 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Page 167: Airbags
Important supplemental restraint system precautions Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying airbag is greatest close to the trim covering the airbag module. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 168 (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. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 169 Front airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 170 • driver and passenger airbag modules (which include the inflators and airbags). • side airbags and Safety Canopy . Refer to Seat-mounted side airbag system and Safety Canopy system later in this chapter. • one or more impact and safing sensors. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 171 • the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat, • a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time, • a child or a small person occupies the front passenger seat. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 172 • Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the full upright position. • Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the person’s legs comfortably extended. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 173 The front passenger sensing system may detect small or medium objects placed on the seat cushion. For most objects that are in the front passenger seat, the passenger airbag will be disabled. Even though the 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 174 (if equipped). Check the “passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp for proper airbag Status. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 175 If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance chapter of this Owner’s Guide.
Page 176 SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. See your authorized dealer. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 177 Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Side airbags are designed to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal or near-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 178 WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Safety Canopy system, its fuses, the A, B, or C pillar trim, or the headliner on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy . See your authorized dealer. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 179 • Two crash sensors mounted on the B pillar (one on each side of the vehicle). • Two crash sensors located at the C pillar behind the rear doors (one on each side of the vehicle). • Rollover sensor in the restraints control module (RCM). 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 180 WARNING: Several Safety Canopy system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 181 (front, side, side curtain or Safety Canopy ) or the safety belt pretensioners. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 182: Child Restraints
Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety organizations or are the minimum requirements of law. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child, and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle.
Page 183 4 ft 9 in (1.45 meters) tall, or 80 lb (36 kg). Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children in your vehicle. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 184 If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain the largest child in the front seat. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 185 WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 186 Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides education and training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child and properly installed in the vehicle.
Page 187 Perform the following steps when installing the child seat with combination lap/shoulder belts: Note: Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat, the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child seat. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 188 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 189 This is necessary to remove the remaining slack that will exist once the additional weight of the child is added to the child restraint. It also 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 190 Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. See Attaching child safety seats with tether straps and Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children in this chapter for more information.
Page 191 OR you can use the LATCH lower anchors for the center child safety seat and the lap/shoulder belts for the other two child safety seats in the outboard positions. Use the tether anchors if applicable. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 192 The rear seats of your vehicle are equipped with built-in tether strap anchors located behind the seats as described below. The tether anchors in your vehicle are located under a cover marked with the tether anchor symbol (shown with title). 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 193 2. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. 3. Open the tether anchor cover. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 194 To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that vehicle lap/shoulder safety belts fit better.
Page 195 In this case, move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back or head restraint and lap/shoulder belts, or consider using a high back booster seat. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 196 (center) to a shoulder belt uncomfortably close to the neck and a shoulder belt that could slip off the shoulder. The drawings below also show how the lap belt should be low and snug across the child’s hips. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 197 Refer to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced.
Page 198 WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly or child restraint system under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 199: Tires, Wheels And Loading
Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
Page 200 • Standard load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a maximum load at 35 psi [37 psi (2.5 bar) for Metric tires]. Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire’s load carrying capability. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 201: Tire Inflation
Ford Motor Company. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial-type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick-type tire pressure gauge.
Page 202 Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire. The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door.
Page 203 For your safety, tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more likely to blow out or fail. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 204 You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 205 B-Pillar or edge of the driver’s door. If this information is not found on these labels then you should consult your Ford dealer. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Page 206 The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed on your vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may affect the operation of your Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
Page 207 Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance and longer tire life. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 208 • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) • Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)/All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 209 (European Tire and Rim Technical Organization) or JATMA (Japan Tire Manufacturing Association). 2. 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. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 210 Note: For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph (240 km/h), tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR. For those with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph (299 km/h), tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 211 • Temperature: The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 212 4. Maximum Load Single lb. (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 213 B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading — with and without a trailer section. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 214: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 215 The tire pressure should be checked periodically (at least monthly) using an accurate tire gauge, refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 216 It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to the following chart for information concerning your Tire Pressure Monitoring System: 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 217 TPMS If your tires are properly malfunction inflated and your spare tire is not in use and the light remains ON, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 218 Check air pressure in the road tires. If any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 219 SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Page 220: Vehicle Loading
Tire Label in order to determine the new payload. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 221 Once you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is space available. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. Example only: 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 222 Note: For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) – is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 223 GCW of the towing vehicle plus the trailer exceed the GVWR of the towing vehicle. The GCW must never exceed the GCWR. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 224 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 225: Trailer Towing
500 miles (800 km). Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle’s engine, transmission, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components carefully after towing. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 226 Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase. The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 227 • The trailer tongue weight should be 10–15% of the loaded trailer weight. • After you have traveled 50 miles (80 km), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 228: Recreational Towing
• Do not exceed 65 mph (105 km/h) • Start the engine and allow it to run for five minutes at the beginning of each day and at each fuel stop. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 229: Driving
WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 230 Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure vehicle accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 231 This condition may occur when: • the front wheels are turned • a front wheel is against the curb 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 232 The block heater system is most effective when outdoor temperatures reach below 0°F (-18°C). WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 233 • Finally, have the engine block heater system checked during your fall tune-up to be sure it’s in good working order. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 234: Brakes
ABS and will increase your vehicle’s stopping distance. The ABS will be activated immediately, allowing you to retain steering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces. However, the ABS does not decrease stopping distance. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 235 The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the BRAKE ignition is turned on) until the parking brake is released. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 236 Advance Trac sensors. Reducing the effectiveness of the AdvanceTrac system could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 237 The “sliding car” icon in the instrument cluster will illuminate temporarily during start-up as part of a normal system self-check, or during driving if a driving situation causes the 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 238 In this situation, Traction Control will use only engine power reduction or transfer to help control the wheels from over-spinning. When the brakes have cooled down, the 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 239 AdvanceTrac system press the AdvanceTrac button. Full features of the AdvanceTrac system can be restored by pressing the AdvanceTrac Off button again or by turning off and restarting the engine. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 240 Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 241: Transmission Operation
If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever, it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle’s brakelamps are not operating properly. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 242 Over time, the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation. Additionally, whenever the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, the strategy must be relearned. Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatic transmission 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 243 Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. D (Drive) with Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission operates in gears one through six. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 244 O/D (overdrive mode) on flat terrain to provide the best fuel economy and transmission function. To return to O/D (overdrive mode), press the transmission control switch again. • The O/D OFF lamp in the instrument cluster will not be illuminated. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 245: Reverse Sensing System
WARNING: Certain add-on devices such as large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of the RSS system may create false beeps. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 246 RSS. If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 247 • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 248 See your authorized dealer. WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 249 Remember, you may be able to back out the way you came if you proceed with caution. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 250 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 251 Do not become overconfident as to road conditions. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 252 Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make it more likely the vehicle will rollover as a result of a loss of control. Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder or luggage racks).
Page 253: Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Emergencies ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: •...
Page 254: Hazard Flasher Switch
Assistance, call 1-800-241-3673. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-665-2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest dealership within 35 miles. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S.
Page 255: Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 256 Natural Natural — — — Green Green Green Pink Pink — — Orange Green Green — — — — Blue Yellow Yellow — — — Brown — — Natural Black Black 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 257 Location Rating Smart window motor Brake on/off switch, High-mounted brake lamp SDARS, Bluetooth, Family entertainment system (FES)/Rear seat control Not used (spare) SPDJB logic power Turn signals Low beam headlamps (left) 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 258 Radio, Radio start signal Instrument panel cluster Overdrive cancel switch Not used (spare) Not used (spare) Restraint control module AWD module Steering rotation sensor, FEPS, Rear park assist, Heated seat modules 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 259 WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. WARNING: To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 260 Not used 50A* Engine cooling fan — Not used 40A* Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)/AdvanceTrac pump 30A* Starter 50A* Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relay 20A* ABS/AdvanceTrac valve 20A** Power point (instrument panel) 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 261 Front A/C blower motor 1A Diode One-touch start 1A Diode Fuel pump 10A** IVD, Yaw rate sensor 10A** Fuel diode, PCM — Not used G8VA relay A/C clutch G8VA relay Fuel pump 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 262: Changing Tires
Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage to the TPMS sensor, refer to Changing tires with TPMS in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 263 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
Page 264 • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 265 WARNING: When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the vehicle is in P (Park). 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 266 Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 267 8. Install the wheel cover (if equipped). The wheel cover will only install if the Ford/Mercury logo is aligned over the valve stem on the wheel. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing...
Page 268 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. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 269: Wheel Lug Nut Torque
1/2-20 UNF * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel.
Page 270: Jump Starting
3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 271 Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 272 5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 273 Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 274 After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 275: Wrecker Towing
It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. On FWD vehicles, if your vehicle is to be towed from the front, ensure proper wheel lift equipment is used to raise the front wheels off the ground.
Page 276 If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle.
Page 277: Customer Assistance
A reasonable time must be allowed to perform a repair after taking your vehicle to the authorized dealer. Repairs will be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts, or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford.
Page 278 • The name of the authorized dealer and city where located • The vehicle’s current odometer reading In some states, you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states.
Page 279 In the case of 1 or 2 above, the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address: Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 280 THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY) Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer. If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step procedure outlined on the first page of the Customer Assistance section, you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program.
Page 281 (CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
Page 282 Customer Assistance If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since this information is subject to change, please ask your authorized dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit the Ford ESP website at www.ford-esp.com.
Page 283: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. 2009 Taurus (500)
Page 284: Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Transport Canada, using their toll-free number: 1–800–333–0510. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 285: Cleaning
• After polishing chrome bumpers, apply a coating of Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), available from your authorized dealer, or an equivalent quality product to help protect from environmental effects. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 286 • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42), available from your authorized dealer. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 287 • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 288 Do not use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals, as it may cause damage to the rear window defroster’s heated grid lines. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 289 For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equipped with side airbags: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54). 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 290 If this occurs, the leather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent staining. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 291 Cleaning FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle.
Page 292: Maintenance And Specifications
WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 293 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 294: Engine Compartment
3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Battery 5. Power distribution box 6. Air filter assembly 7. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine oil filler cap 10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 295 Note: Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 296: Engine Oil
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 297 • If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 298 To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification trademark. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 299: Battery
Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced.
Page 300 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. If acid is swallowed, call a physician immediately. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 301 • Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner. Follow your local authorized standards for disposal. Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries. RECYCLE 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 302: Engine Coolant
“COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 303 This damage would not be covered under your vehicle’s warranty. • Do not add/mix an orange-colored, extended life coolant such as Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant, meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D, or DEX-COOL brand with the factory-filled coolant. Mixing Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine...
Page 304 Checking engine coolant). If the concentration is not 50/50 (protection to –34°F/–36°C), drain some coolant and adjust the concentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50/50 coolant concentration. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 305 Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available.
Page 306 • The engine power will be limited. • The air conditioning system will be disabled. Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the engine will completely shut down, causing steering and braking effort to increase. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 307: Fuel Information
WARNING: If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in serious personal injury. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 308 If fuel is splashed on the skin, promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adverse reaction. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 309 • Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling. • DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 310 The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford, Motorcraft or other certified fuel filler cap is not used. WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap.
Page 311 Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with the recommended octane rating, see your authorized dealer to prevent any engine damage. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 312 Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components.
Page 313 • Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time you fill up. • Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 314 65 mph [105 km/h]). • Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 315 • Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal. • Close windows for high speed driving. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 316 If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
Page 317 A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving. No additional vehicle service is required. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 318 If the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will have to be repeated. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 319 If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range the performance of the system could be compromised; seek service from your authorized dealer immediately. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 320 Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is in the add range or does not show at all on the dipstick. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 321 Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transmission components. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 322: Air Filter(S)
Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 323: Part Numbers
PCV valve. Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used.
Page 324: Maintenance Product Specifications And Capacities
Maintenance and Specifications 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 325 Maintenance and Specifications 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 326: Engine Data
Coil on plug Compression ratio 10.3:1 Engine drivebelt routing 1. Short drivebelt is on first pulley groove closest to engine. 2. Long drivebelt is on second pulley groove farthest from engine. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 327 Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 328 TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Description Code 6F 6–Speed Automatic Transmission 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 329: Accessories
GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle.
Page 330 • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 331: Index
Child safety seats - booster fluid, adding ......320 seats ...........195 fluid, checking ......320 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ..37 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ....287 instrument panel ....289 Battery ........299 interior ........289 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 332 ......324 Cupholder(s) ......153 service points ....294–295 Customer Assistance ....253 starting after a collision ..255 Ford Extended Service Plan ...281 Engine block heater ....232 Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada ....282 Engine oil ........296 Getting roadside assistance ...253...
Page 333 Instrument panel ......95 cleaning ........289 Fuses ..........255 cluster ........12 lighting up panel and interior ........84 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ....310 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ....313 Jack ..........262 Gauges .........16 positioning .......262 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 334 Lubricant specifications ...324 Power mirrors ......100 Lug nuts ........269 Power point .........96 Lumbar support, seats .....146 Power steering ......240 fluid, checking and adding ..319 Message center ......111 fluid, refill capacity ....324 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 335 Occupant Classification Tilt steering wheel ......94 Sensor ........155 warning light and Tire Pressure Monitoring chime .......161–162 System (TPMS) Roadside Emergencies ...262 Safety restraints - LATCH Tires, Wheels and Loading ..214 anchors ........190 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 336 Windshield washer fluid and brake-shift interlock (BSI) ..241 wipers ..........93 fluid, checking and adding checking and adding fluid ..295 (automatic) ......320 replacing wiper blades ...296 Trunk .........130, 133 Wrecker towing ......275 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)

Ford 2009 Taurus Owner's Manual

Introduction

Instrument Cluster

Entertainment Systems

Climate Controls

Lights

Driver Controls

Locks and Security

Seating and Safety Restraints

Tires, Wheels and Loading

Driving

Roadside Emergencies

Customer Assistance

Cleaning

Maintenance and Specifications

Accessories

Index

Quick Links

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