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Ford 2009 Taurus Owner's Manual

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2009 Taurus (500)
Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
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  • Page 1 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Reverse sensing system Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2008 Ford Motor Company...

  • 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, 2nd 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, 2nd 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 Introduction 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, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority.
  • Page 9 Owner’s Guide 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 Guide for all other required information and warnings. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • 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, 2nd 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, 2nd 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, 2nd 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 14 If the light does not turn on or begins to flash, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. For 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 15 High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver’s door is opened. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd 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, 2nd 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, 2nd 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, 2nd 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 21 15 seconds, the system will reload the disc. 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 22 (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, 2nd 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 25 MENU until COMPRESS ON/OFF appears in the display. Use toggle ON/OFF. When COMPRESS is ON, the system will bring the soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 26 SEEK to begin random play. Otherwise, random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. CD SHUF will appear in the display. To disengage, press SHUFFLE. SHUFFLE OFF will appear in the display. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 27 CD/MP3 mode, press and hold for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop. In MP3 mode, press and release to display track title, artist name, and disc title. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 28 If no CD is loaded, NO DISC will appear in the display. (CD eject): Press to eject a 18. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up in the CD slot. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 29 (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 When the song appears in the display that you would like to replace, press OK. SONG REPLACED will appear in the display. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 31 To activate, press MENU repeatedly until RBDS (ON/OFF) appears in the display. Use to toggle RBDS ON/OFF. When RBDS is OFF, you will not be able to search for RBDS equipped stations or view the station name or type. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 32 In Folder mode, pressing SEEK will scroll only through tracks within the selected folder. Press FOLDER, FOLDER to access the previous/next folder (if available). 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 33 CD. 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 34 Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 35 17. LOAD: To load a disc into the system, press LOAD. Select a slot number using memory presets 1–6. When the display reads LOAD CD#, load the desired disc, label side up. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 36: 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 37 7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • 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. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd 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, 2nd 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, 2nd 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 The system is working properly. NO TEXT Song title Song title information not information not available at this time on available. this channel. The system is working properly. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 45: Navigation System

    Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC, a hands-free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features. For more information, please refer to the SYNC supplement or to the SYNC section in the Navigation system supplement (if equipped). 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 46: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 47 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 48: Automatic Temperature Control

    Recirculated air engages automatically with selection of MAX A/C or can be engaged manually in 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 49 The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 50 Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engages 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 51 13. °F/°C (Temperature conversions): Press to switch temperature display between °Fahrenheit and °Celsius. 14. OFF: Outside air is shut out and the climate control system is turned off. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 52 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 53: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 54: 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 control to off. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 55 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 56 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 57 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 58: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 59: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 60 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 61 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 62 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 63 3. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the lamp assembly. 4. Pull the bulb straight from the socket. Install new bulb(s) in reverse order. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 64 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 65: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 66 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 67 The door will open to the 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 68 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 69: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 70 If, after 1/2 second the switch is still held, the window will perform a normal open or one touch down. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 71: Mirrors

    (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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 72 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 73 • 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 74: Speed Control

    4. Take your foot off the accelerator CNCL pedal. 5. The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on. Note: • Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 75 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 76 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 77 • 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 78 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 79: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 80 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 81 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 82 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 83: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 84 500 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 85 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 86 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 87 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 88 2. CHARGING SYSTEM 3. WASHER FLUID LEVEL 4. DOORS CLOSED 5. TRUNK CLOSED 6. BRAKE SYSTEM 7. TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (if equipped and warning is present) 8. DISTANCE TO EMPTY 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 89 3. Press and hold the RESET control to set the language choice. Units (English/Metric) 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current units to be displayed. 2. Press the RESET control to change from English to Metric. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 90 1. To disable/enable the easy entry/exit seat feature, select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode. 2. Press the RESET control to turn the easy entry/exit seat ON or OFF. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 91 Tire pressure monitor fault Tire pressure sensor fault Trunk ajar Washer fluid level low Oil life change soon Oil change required DRIVER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the driver’s door is not completely closed. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 92 Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. TRUNK AJAR — Displayed when the trunk is not completely closed. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 93 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 94 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 95: Locks And Security

    (IKT) To avoid inadvertently activating the remote entry functions of your vehicle, it is recommended that the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) be handled properly when starting and turning off your vehicle. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 96: Locks

    IKT adjacent to the control can be utilized. POWER DOOR LOCKS • Press the control to unlock all doors. • Press the control to lock all doors. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 97 • using a keypad procedure, or • or by using the instrument cluster message center. Refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter. Note: The autolock feature can be activated/deactivated independently of the autounlock feature. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 98 6. Release the 3 • 4. The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has been enabled. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 99 4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to the on position. The horn will chirp one time to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 100 The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door. Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 101 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 102 (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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 103 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 104 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 105 CR2032 or equivalent. To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin in the slot of the IKT near the key ring in order to remove the battery cover. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 106 • the ignition is turned to the on position, or • the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter control is pressed, or • the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad, or • after 25 seconds of illumination. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 107 4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to the 3 (on) position. The horn will chirp one time to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 108 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 109 • 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 110: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 111 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 112 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 113 (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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 114 • Press the driver or passenger interior door lock control while the door is open, then close the door. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 115 • 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 116: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 117 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 118 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 119 Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 120 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 121 • 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 122 Remote entry system in the Locks and Security chapter. 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 123 One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additional cargo space. To lower the seatback(s) from inside the vehicle, pull the strap located on the outboard side of the seatback to release it, and then fold seatback down. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 124: Safety Restraints

    Your vehicle’s Personal Safety System consists of: • Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 125 A lower, less forceful energy level is provided for more common, moderate-severity impacts. A higher energy level is used for the most severe impacts. Refer to Airbag supplemental restraints (SRS) section in this chapter. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 126 Even with this technology, parents are STRONGLY encouraged to always properly restrain children in the rear seat. The sensor also turns off the passenger 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 127 • The warning light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and warning light are repaired. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 128 Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. 2) Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 129 However, if you brake hard, turn hard, or if your vehicle receives an impact of 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the safety belt will become locked and help reduce your forward movement. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 130 (if equipped). Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 131 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 132 Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 133 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 134 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 135 “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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 136 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 137 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 138: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 139 (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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 140 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 141 • 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 142 • 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 143 • Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person and enable the passenger’s frontal airbag. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 144 Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 145 The person in the front passenger seat may appear heavier or lighter due to the conditions described in the list above. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 146 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 147 WARNING: Do not lean your head on the door. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 148 The airbag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact collisions. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 149 Safety Canopy . Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 150 • A headliner designed to flex open above the side doors to allow Safety Canopy deployment. • The same readiness airbag light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 151 WARNING: Several Safety Canopy system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 152 (front, side, side curtain or Safety Canopy ) or the safety belt pretensioners. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 153: 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 154 Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 155 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 156 All children are shaped differently. The child height, age and weight thresholds provided are recommendations or the minimum requirements of law. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides education and 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 157 Seating and Safety Restraints 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 158 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 159 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 160 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 helps to achieve the proper 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 161 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 162 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 163 Attach the tether strap afterward, if included with the child seat. Refer to Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children in this chapter. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 164 For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts, otherwise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 165 AND if properly secured to the vehicle. Although the lap/shoulder belt will provide some protection, children who have outgrown a typical child seat are still too small for lap/shoulder 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 166 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 167 • High back booster seats If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child’s head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 168 For this reason, you should never use a booster seat with a lap belt only. It is generally best to use a booster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 169 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 170: 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 171 • Extra load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a heavier maximum load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric tires]. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 172 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 173: Tire Inflation

    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 174 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 175 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 176 (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on either the Safety Compliance Certification Label or the Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or edge of the driver’s door.
  • Page 177 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 178 Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles and those with an independent rear suspension (if equipped) may require alignment of all four wheels. The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 179 • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 180 This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 181 These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for the difference in conditions. The ratings range from 81 mph (130 km/h) to 186 mph (299 km/h). These ratings are listed in the following chart. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 182 Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label, which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 183 The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 184 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 185 R: Indicates a “radial” type tire. 5. 16: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 186: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 187 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 188 To restore the full functionality of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System, have the damaged road wheel/tire repaired and remounted on your vehicle. For additional information, refer to Changing tires with TPMS in this section. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 189 TPMS If your tires are properly inflated and your spare malfunc- tire is not in use and the light remains ON, con- tion tact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 190 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 191 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 192: Vehicle Loading

    It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight – is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 193 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. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 194 GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 195 The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 196 GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 197 2 years. Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for 12-100 lb. (45 kg) bags of cement. Do you have enough load capacity 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 198: Trailer Towing

    Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle. Contact your authorized dealer or a reliable trailer dealer as soon as possible if you require assistance. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 199 • Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 200: Recreational Towing

    In case of roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, please refer to Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. These guidelines are designed to prevent damage to your vehicle. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 201 • 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 202: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 203 Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure vehicle accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 204 (start) position, the engine may continue cranking for up to 10 seconds or until the vehicle starts. Note: Cranking may be stopped at any time by turning the key to the off position. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 205 WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 206 Depending on the type of factory installed equipment, your engine block heater will use .4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours of energy per hour of use. Your factory installed block heater system does not have a thermostat; 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 207: Brakes

    It detects a rapid application of the brake pedal and uses the ABS system to achieve maximum braking pressure. Once a panic brake application is detected, the system will remain activated as long as the 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 208 (when the BRAKE ignition is turned on) until the parking brake is released. WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 209: Advancetrac

    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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 210 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 211 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 212 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 213 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 214: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 215 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 216 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 217 It is recommended that you return to 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. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 218: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 219 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 220 • 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 221 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 222 Remember, you may be able to back out the way you came if you proceed with caution. Mud and water If you must drive through high water, drive slowly. Traction or brake capability may be limited. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 223 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 224 (ABS), do not “pump” the brakes. Refer to the Brakes section of this chapter for additional information on the operation of the anti-lock brake system. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 225 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 226: 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 227: Hazard Flasher Control

    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 228: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 229 Natural Natural — — — Green Green Green Pink Pink — — Orange Green Green — — — — Blue Yellow Yellow — — — Brown — — Natural Black Black 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 230 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 231 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 232 Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 233 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)/AdvanceTrac pump 30A* Starter 50A* Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relay 20A* ABS/AdvanceTrac valve 20A** Power point (instrument panel) 20A** Power point (2nd row) — Not used 20A** Power point (console) 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 234 Fuel diode, PCM — Not used G8VA relay A/C clutch G8VA relay Fuel pump G8VA relay Backup — Not used 10A** Speed control deactivate switch, Mass air flow sensor, Inline module VPWR2 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 235: Changing Tires

    Wheels and Loading chapter. Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible. WARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your Tire Pressure Monitoring System and should not be used. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 236 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
  • Page 237 • 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 238 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 239 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 240 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, 2nd Printing...
  • Page 241 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 242: 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 243: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 244 Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 245 Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 246 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’s battery. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 247 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 248: 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 249 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 250: 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 251 • 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 252 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 253 (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 254 United States and Canada, provided by a network of more than 4,600 participating authorized dealers. 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...
  • Page 255 The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel.

  • Page 256: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)

    However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153);...

  • Page 257: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 258 • 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 259 • 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. 3.5L V6 ENGINE 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 260 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 261 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 262 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 263 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 264: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 265 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 266: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 267 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 268: Engine Oil

    2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 269 • If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 270 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 271: 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 272 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 273 • 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 274: Engine Coolant

    • Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter. If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval, the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. If the reservoir is 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 275 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 276 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 277 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 278 Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to minimize engine damage. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 279 WARNING: Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 280 Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions. Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 281 4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the filler pipe. 5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/4 of a turn until it clicks at least once. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 282 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 283 Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-Wide Fuel Charter that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 284 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 285 5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy: Calculation 1: Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used. Calculation 2: Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total kilometers traveled. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 286 • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 287 • Use only the specified fuel listed. • Avoid running out of fuel. • Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at high speeds. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 288 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 289 Refer to the On board diagnostics (OBD-II) description in this chapter. If the vehicle’s engine or transmission has just been serviced, or the battery has recently run down or been replaced, the OBD-II system may 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 290 MIN and MAX lines. Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter for the proper fluid type. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 291 Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick. 6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 292 Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 293: Air Filter(S)

    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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 294 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 295: 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 296 Maintenance and Specifications 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 297 Maintenance and Specifications 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 298: 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 299 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 300 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 301: 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 302 • 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, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 303: Index

    Child safety seats - booster fluid, adding ......291 seats ...........166 fluid, checking ......291 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ..36 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ....259 instrument panel ....261 Battery ........271 interior ........261 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 304 Getting the service you dipstick ........268 need .........250 filter, specifications ..270, 295 Ordering additional owner’s recommendations ....270 literature .........255 refill capacities ......296 Utilizing the specifications ......296 Mediation/Arbitration Program ........253 Event data recording ....7 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 305 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ....281 interior ........56 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ........284 Gauges .........16 Jack ..........235 positioning .......235 storage ........235 Jump-starting your vehicle ..243 Hazard flashers ......227 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 306 Power door locks ......96 Lug nuts ........242 Power mirrors ......72 Lumbar support, seats .....117 Power point .........68 Power steering ......213 fluid, checking and adding ..290 Message center ......83 fluid, refill capacity ....296 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 307 Tilt steering wheel ......66 warning light and chime ..133 Tire Pressure Monitoring Safety restraints - LATCH System (TPMS) anchors ........161 Roadside Emergencies ...235 Safety seats for children ..157 Tires, Wheels and Loading ..186 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 308 ..267 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ..214 replacing wiper blades ...268 fluid, checking and adding Wrecker towing ......248 (automatic) ......291 Trunk .........101, 104 remote release ......93 Turn signal ........58 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

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