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...For the most closely mirrors your driving habits and the conditions under which you drive your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under typical, everyday conditions? Oils, Fluids and Flushing In many vehicle sub-systems during scheduled maintenance and should be changed at low... should only be done using the same fluid required to finish the maintenance procedure, or a Ford approved flushing chemical. Exceptions There are some maintenance operations. Flushing is a viable way to change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid • Rear axle maintenance and lubrication Last...
...For the most closely mirrors your driving habits and the conditions under which you drive your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under typical, everyday conditions? Oils, Fluids and Flushing In many vehicle sub-systems during scheduled maintenance and should be changed at low... should only be done using the same fluid required to finish the maintenance procedure, or a Ford approved flushing chemical. Exceptions There are some maintenance operations. Flushing is a viable way to change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid • Rear axle maintenance and lubrication Last...
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... ЉWheel Lug Nut Torque SpecificationЉ in your "Owner's Guide" for operation. parking brake for wear and proper air pressure, including spare. battery connections and clean if necessary. Retightening lug...fluid level. Scheduled Maintenance 7 General Owner's Information that the following basic maintenance checks and inspections be performed at 500 miles (800 km) of all hinges, latches, door check straps (see "Owner's Guide"). See your ЉOwner's GuideЉ for wear and proper operation. and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. safety warning lamps (brake...
... ЉWheel Lug Nut Torque SpecificationЉ in your "Owner's Guide" for operation. parking brake for wear and proper air pressure, including spare. battery connections and clean if necessary. Retightening lug...fluid level. Scheduled Maintenance 7 General Owner's Information that the following basic maintenance checks and inspections be performed at 500 miles (800 km) of all hinges, latches, door check straps (see "Owner's Guide"). See your ЉOwner's GuideЉ for wear and proper operation. and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. safety warning lamps (brake...
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.... This can help identify any potential issue before there are any major problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑ brake ❑ coolant recovery reservoir ❑ manual and automatic transmission ❑ power steering ❑ window washer (if equipped...
.... This can help identify any potential issue before there are any major problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑ brake ❑ coolant recovery reservoir ❑ manual and automatic transmission ❑ power steering ❑ window washer (if equipped...
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Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Rotation recommended for wear and rotate. Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with dipstick. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Multi-point ...
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Rotation recommended for wear and rotate. Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with dipstick. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Multi-point ...
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... equipped, halfshafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on vehicles equipped with dipstick. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 35,000...for wear. Change automatic transmission fluid on all other vehicles, if equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Inspect wheel ends for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect engine cooling system...
... equipped, halfshafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on vehicles equipped with dipstick. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 35,000...for wear. Change automatic transmission fluid on all other vehicles, if equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Inspect wheel ends for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect engine cooling system...
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lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect wheel ends for ❑ optimal tire life. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Rotation recommended for endplay and noise. Multi-point inspection (recommended) ...,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550). Replace cabin air filter, if...
lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect wheel ends for ❑ optimal tire life. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Rotation recommended for endplay and noise. Multi-point inspection (recommended) ...,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550). Replace cabin air filter, if...
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...controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator and Expedition). Change manual transmission fluid. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on the vehicles equipped with zerk fittings. Change automatic transmission fluid on vehicles equipped with sealed bearings). Inspect engine cooling system and... and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Inspect and ...
...controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator and Expedition). Change manual transmission fluid. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on the vehicles equipped with zerk fittings. Change automatic transmission fluid on vehicles equipped with sealed bearings). Inspect engine cooling system and... and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Inspect and ...
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... engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect wheel ends for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, .... Rotation recommended for wear. Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with dipstick. DEALER VALIDATION: lines & hoses, and parking brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 65,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑...
... engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect wheel ends for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake equipped with zerk fittings. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, .... Rotation recommended for wear. Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with dipstick. DEALER VALIDATION: lines & hoses, and parking brake system. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 65,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑...
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... VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 22 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Change automatic transmission fluid on all other vehicles, if equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Rotation recommended for your particular requirements. Inspect exhaust system and heat...U-joints (F250/350/450/550). Inspect wheel ends for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace the remote filter element on the vehicles equipped with zerk fittings. Multi-point inspection ...
... VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 22 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Change automatic transmission fluid on all other vehicles, if equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Rotation recommended for your particular requirements. Inspect exhaust system and heat...U-joints (F250/350/450/550). Inspect wheel ends for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace the remote filter element on the vehicles equipped with zerk fittings. Multi-point inspection ...
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... Inspect wheel ends for wear. Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with dipstick. lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Multi-point inspection (recommended) (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 105,000 ...Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Rotation recommended for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake equipped with zerk fittings. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & ...
... Inspect wheel ends for wear. Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with dipstick. lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Multi-point inspection (recommended) (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 105,000 ...Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Rotation recommended for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake equipped with zerk fittings. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & ...
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... Torqshift transmission. Inspect wheel ends for your particular requirements. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Change automatic transmission fluid on the vehicles equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Lubricate 4X2 front wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings (if not equipped with zerk fittings... TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 120,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking...
... Torqshift transmission. Inspect wheel ends for your particular requirements. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Change automatic transmission fluid on the vehicles equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Lubricate 4X2 front wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings (if not equipped with zerk fittings... TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 120,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking...
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We, however, urge that the failure to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. Change brake fluid ❑ Every 30,000 miles - In addition, this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability .... For E450 and F450/550 vehicles operated at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be replaced every 50,000 miles. Change automatic transmission fluid Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Scheduled Maintenance 47 Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions California Fuel Filter Replacement ❑ If vehicle is registered in California...
We, however, urge that the failure to the completion of the vehicle's useful life. Change brake fluid ❑ Every 30,000 miles - In addition, this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability .... For E450 and F450/550 vehicles operated at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be replaced every 50,000 miles. Change automatic transmission fluid Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Scheduled Maintenance 47 Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions California Fuel Filter Replacement ❑ If vehicle is registered in California...
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... Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Speed Control Powertrain Malfunction Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002...
... Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Speed Control Powertrain Malfunction Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002...
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... light also is not charging properly. 11 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) A chime will take you longer to fasten your safety belt. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light fails to illuminate when ignition is dangerous...Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is illuminated. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your servicing dealership. P confirm the brake system warning light is turned to flash or remains on is turned to ON...
... light also is not charging properly. 11 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) A chime will take you longer to fasten your safety belt. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light fails to illuminate when ignition is dangerous...Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is illuminated. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your servicing dealership. P confirm the brake system warning light is turned to flash or remains on is turned to ON...
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... the language choice. For each of the language choices. 3. PARK BRAKE STATUS 7. Units (English/Metric) 1. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 4. The sequence of the monitored systems, the message center will be displayed. 2. Driver Controls 2. CHARGING SYSTEM 3. DOORS CLOSED (If RESET control is as follows: 1. BRAKE SYSTEM 58 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press...
... the language choice. For each of the language choices. 3. PARK BRAKE STATUS 7. Units (English/Metric) 1. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 4. The sequence of the monitored systems, the message center will be displayed. 2. Driver Controls 2. CHARGING SYSTEM 3. DOORS CLOSED (If RESET control is as follows: 1. BRAKE SYSTEM 58 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press...
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.... Refer to come on , contact your dealer for an extended period of a low fuel condition. 60 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR. Driver Controls Warnings Status Low brake fluid Warning returns after the park brake is off, contact your dealer as soon as possible. CHECK ENGINE TEMPERATURE.
.... Refer to come on , contact your dealer for an extended period of a low fuel condition. 60 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR. Driver Controls Warnings Status Low brake fluid Warning returns after the park brake is off, contact your dealer as soon as possible. CHECK ENGINE TEMPERATURE.
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...regular basis. 61 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to Brake fluid reservoir in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for information about adding engine oil. Check the fuel filler cap for service as soon as possible. Displayed when the brake system needs servicing. ...the engine oil level is operating at a low speed, turn off as many of the electrical loads as possible. Indicates the brake fluid level is not maintaining proper voltage. These messages indicate improper operation of the engine oil. Refer to Engine oil in the ...
...regular basis. 61 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to Brake fluid reservoir in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for information about adding engine oil. Check the fuel filler cap for service as soon as possible. Displayed when the brake system needs servicing. ...the engine oil level is operating at a low speed, turn off as many of the electrical loads as possible. Indicates the brake fluid level is not maintaining proper voltage. These messages indicate improper operation of the engine oil. Refer to Engine oil in the ...
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... warning lamp are within this range. However, the fluid level should be compromised, seek service from your brake system could be checked if the transaxle is no need to add fluid. Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. Maintenance and Specifications 3. Be sure to cool before checking. 215 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA...
... warning lamp are within this range. However, the fluid level should be compromised, seek service from your brake system could be checked if the transaxle is no need to add fluid. Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. Maintenance and Specifications 3. Be sure to cool before checking. 215 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA...
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... oil is not mandatory. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to line on reservoir Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Motorcraft Premium 11.6 quarts (11.0L) Engine coolant1 Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Motorcraft SAE 4.5 quarts (4.25L) Engine ... used. Engine oil need only meet Ford material and design specifications for changing the spark plugs. Maintenance and Specifications For spark plug replacement, see your vehicle. 2 Use of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. 218 Fluid Brake fluid 3 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-...
... oil is not mandatory. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to line on reservoir Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Motorcraft Premium 11.6 quarts (11.0L) Engine coolant1 Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Motorcraft SAE 4.5 quarts (4.25L) Engine ... used. Engine oil need only meet Ford material and design specifications for changing the spark plugs. Maintenance and Specifications For spark plug replacement, see your vehicle. 2 Use of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. 218 Fluid Brake fluid 3 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-...
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Maintenance and Specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Ford Part Name or equivalent Brake fluid Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Door latch, hood Multi-Purpose latch, auxiliary Grease hood latch, seat tracks, and trunk latches Lock cylinders Motorcraft Penetrating and Lock ...Ford Specification ESA-M6C25-A and DOT 3 XG-4 or XL-5 ESA-M1C93-B XL-1 none XT-5-QM MERCONV XO-5W20-QSP (US) CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada) WSS-M2C930-A and API Certification Mark XG-5 WSS-M2C258-A1 VC-7-A (U.S., WSS -M97B51-A1 except CA, OR and NM), VC-7-B (CA, OR and NM) 219 2006 Taurus...
Maintenance and Specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Ford Part Name or equivalent Brake fluid Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Door latch, hood Multi-Purpose latch, auxiliary Grease hood latch, seat tracks, and trunk latches Lock cylinders Motorcraft Penetrating and Lock ...Ford Specification ESA-M6C25-A and DOT 3 XG-4 or XL-5 ESA-M1C93-B XL-1 none XT-5-QM MERCONV XO-5W20-QSP (US) CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada) WSS-M2C930-A and API Certification Mark XG-5 WSS-M2C258-A1 VC-7-A (U.S., WSS -M97B51-A1 except CA, OR and NM), VC-7-B (CA, OR and NM) 219 2006 Taurus...