Ford Taurus 2006 Manuals

Ford Taurus 2006 Manuals

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Ford Taurus 2006 Owner's Manual

Ford Taurus 2006 Owner's Manual (233 pages)

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 2 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
1
Introduction

4
Instrument Cluster

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

15
- AM/FM Stereo Cassette
  15
  - Audio Systems
    15
  - Audio System with AM/FM Stereo/Single CD Player
    18
- CD Changer
  20
  - Cassette/Player Care
    21
  - General Audio Information
    21
  - Radio Frequencies
    21
  - Radio Reception Factors
    21
  - CD/CD Player Care
    22
  - Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
    23
Climate Controls

23
Lights

29
- Autolamp Control
  29
- Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
  29
- Headlamp Control
  29
- Aiming the Headlamps
  30
- Flash to Pass
  30
- High Beams
  30
- Panel Dimmer Control
  30
- Interior Lamps
  32
- Map Lamps/Dome Lamp
  32
- Turn Signal Control
  32
- Bulb Replacement
  33
Driver Controls

41
- Multi-Function Lever
  41
- Steering Wheel Adjustment
  41
- Tilt Steering Wheel
  41
- Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
  41
  - Auxiliary Power Point (12Vdc)
    42
  - Center Console
    42
  - Cigar/Cigarette Lighter
    42
  - Illuminated Visor Mirror
    42
- Power Windows
  43
  - Accessory Delay
    44
  - Automatic Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror
    44
  - One Touch down
    44
  - Window Lock
    44
  - Heated Outside Mirrors
    45
  - Power Side View Mirrors
    45
  - Setting Speed Control
    45
  - Disengaging Speed Control
    46
  - Resuming a Set Speed
    46
  - Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
    47
  - Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
    47
  - Moon Roof
    48
  - To Open the Moon Roof
    48
  - Turning off Speed Control
    48
  - Homelink Wireless Control System
    49
  - Programming
    49
  - Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
    51
  - Erasing Homelink Buttons
    52
  - Operating the Homelink Wireless Control System
    52
  - Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
    52
  - Info Menu
    53
- Message Center
  53
  - Reset
    53
  - Selectable Features
    53
  - Average Fuel Economy (AFE)
    54
  - Compass Display
    55
  - Outside Air Temperature
    55
  - Trip Elapsed Drive Time
    55
  - Compass Zone/Calibration Adjustment
    56
  - Language
    57
  - Setup Menu
    57
  - System Check
    58
  - Units (English/Metric)
    58
  - System Warnings
    59
  - Cargo Area Features
    62
  - Cargo Utility Hooks
    62
  - Interior Trunk Control
    62
  - Positive Retention Floor Mat
    62
  - Autolock
    63
- Keys
  63
  - Power Door Locks
    63
  - Relock
    63
Locks and Security

63
- Childproof Door Locks
  64
- Interior Luggage Compartment Release
  64
- Smart Unlocking Feature
  64
- Remote Entry System
  66
- Unlocking the Doors
  66
- Locking the Doors
  67
- Sounding a Panic Alarm
  67
- Opening the Trunk
  67
- Replacing the Battery
  67
- Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters
  68
- How to Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters
  68
- To Replace the Battery
  68
- Illuminated Entry
  69
- Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry
  70
- Deactivating/Activating Perimeter Lamps
  70
- Keyless Entry System
  71
- Programming a Personal Entry Code
  71
- Erasing Personal Codes
  71
- Unlocking and Locking the Doors Using Keyless Entry
  72
- Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
  73
- Theft Indicator
  73
- Automatic Arming
  74
- Automatic Disarming
  74
- Replacement Keys
  74
- Programming Spare Keys
  74
- Perimeter Alarm System
  75
- Arming the System
  76
- Disarming the System
  76
- Triggering the Anti-Theft System
  76
- Adjustable Head Restraints (Front Seats)
  77
Seating and Safety Restraints

77
Tires, Wheels and Loading

116
- Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
  116
- Traction AA a B C
  116
- Treadwear
  116
- Glossary of Tire Terminology
  117
- Temperature a B C
  117
- Tires
  117
- Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires
  118
- Inspecting Your Tires
  118
- Tire Inflation
  118
  - Inflating Your Tires
    119
  - Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
    121
  - Tire Replacement Requirements
    121
  - Information on “P” Type Tires
    122
  - Information on “T” Type Tires
    126
  - Location of the Tire Label
    126
  - Tire Care
    126
  - Tire Wear
    126
  - Safety Practices
    127
  - Highway Hazards
    128
  - Tire and Wheel Alignment
    128
  - Tire Rotation
    128
  - Base Curb Weight
    130
  - Snow Tires and Chains
    130
  - Vehicle Curb Weight
    130
  - Vehicle Loading – with and Without a Trailer
    130
  - Payload
    131
  - Cargo Weight
    132
  - GAW (Gross Axle Weight)
    133
  - GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
    133
  - GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
    133
  - Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
    135
- Trailer Towing
  136
  - Hitches
    137
  - Preparing to Tow
    137
  - Safety Chains
    137
  - Trailer Brakes
    137
  - Driving While You Tow
    138
  - Servicing after Towing
    138
  - Trailer Lamps
    138
  - Trailer Towing Tips
    138
- Recreational Towing
  139
Driving

140
- Starting
  140
- Brakes
  144
  - Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
    144
  - Important Ventilating Information
    144
  - Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
    145
  - Using ABS
    145
  - ABS Warning Lamp
    146
  - Parking Brake
    146
  - Park Brake Warning Chime
    147
- Traction Control
  147
  - Steering
    148
  - Automatic Transaxle Operation
    148
  - Brake-Shift Interlock
    148
- Transmission Operation
  148
Roadside Emergencies

154
- Using Roadside Assistance
  154
- Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
  155
- Hazard Flasher Switch
  155
- Fuses and Relays
  156
  - Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
    157
  - Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
    157
  - Power Distribution Box
    160
  - High-Current Fuses
    161
  - Changing the Tires
    162
  - Relays
    162
  - Temporary Spare Tire Information
    162
  - Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
    163
  - Tire Change Procedure
    164
  - Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
    167
- Jump Starting
  168
  - Preparing Your Vehicle
    168
  - Connecting the Jumper Cables
    169
  - Removing the Jumper Cables
    171
- Wrecker Towing
  173
- Getting the Services You Need
  174
Customer Assistance

174
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
  182
Cleaning

183
- Washing the Exterior
  183
- Waxing
  183
- Paint Chips
  183
- Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
  184
- Engine
  184
- Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
  185
- Windows and Wiper Blades
  185
- Instrument Panel and Cluster Lens
  186
- Interior Trim
  186
- Interior
  186
- Leather Seats
  187
- Underbody
  187
- Ford and Lincoln Mercury Car Care Products
  187
Maintenance and Specifications

189
- Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
  189
- Service Recommendations
  189
- Working with the Engine off
  189
- Opening the Hood
  190
- 3.0L V6 Vulcan Engine
  191
- Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
  191
- Windshield Washer Fluid
  192
- Changing the Wiper Blades
  193
- Checking the Engine Oil
  193
- Engine Oil
  193
  - Adding Engine Oil
    195
  - Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
    195
- Battery
  196
  - Checking Engine Coolant
    198
  - Adding Engine Coolant
    199
  - Recycled Engine Coolant
    201
  - Coolant Refill Capacity
    202
  - Severe Climates
    202
- Fuel Information
  203
  - What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
    203
  - Refueling
    205
  - Choosing the Right Fuel
    206
  - Fuel Filler Cap
    206
  - FFV Engine
    207
  - Fuel Quality
    207
  - Octane Recommendations
    207
  - Unleaded Gasoline Engines
    207
  - Cleaner Air
    208
  - Running out of Fuel
    208
  - Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
    209
  - Filling the Tank
    209
  - Fuel Filter
    209
  - Measuring Techniques
    209
  - Calculating Fuel Economy
    210
  - Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
    210
  - Habits
    210
  - Conditions
    211
  - Maintenance
    211
  - Emission Control System
    212
  - EPA Window Sticker
    212
  - On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
    213
  - Power Steering Fluid
    214
  - Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
    214
  - Brake Fluid
    215
  - Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
    215
  - Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
    216
  - Correct Fluid Level
    216
  - High Fluid Level
    216
  - Low Fluid Level
    216
  - Motorcraft Part Numbers
    217
- Refill Capacities
  218
- Lubricant Specifications
  219
  - Engine Data
    220
  - Vehicle Dimensions
    221
  - Certification Label
    222
  - Identifying Your Vehicle
    222
  - Engine Number
    223
  - Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
    223
  - Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations
    224
Accessories

225
Index

227

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Ford Taurus 2006 Quick Start Manual

Ford Taurus 2006 Quick Start Manual (23 pages)

Ford 2006 Taurus

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 0 MB

Table of Contents

What's New
2
What's Important
3
Model Lineup
4
Model Lineup
5
Safety/Security
6
Latch System
7
Autolock Feature
7
Personal Safety System
8
Safety/Security
9
Comfort/Convenience
10
Comfort/Convenience
11
Performance/Handling
12
Performance/Handling
13
Exterior Upgrades
14
Colors
15
Electronic Engine Controls (EEC/OBD II)
16
Audio
17
Wheels/Seats
18
Instrument Cluster
19
Key Product Specifications
20
Accessories
21
Accessories
22

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