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... Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans ...29-41 Crown Victoria, Five Hundred, Focus, Freestar, Freestyle, Fusion, Grand Marquis, LS, Milan, Montego, Monterey, Mustang, Taurus, Thunderbird, Town Car and Zephyr Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Special Operating Conditions ...42-45 Exceptions ...46-47 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine...
... Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans ...29-41 Crown Victoria, Five Hundred, Focus, Freestar, Freestyle, Fusion, Grand Marquis, LS, Milan, Montego, Monterey, Mustang, Taurus, Thunderbird, Town Car and Zephyr Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Special Operating Conditions ...42-45 Exceptions ...46-47 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine...
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... fluid for specific vehicles and special applications, outlined below , you drive your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership, or visit our website, www.genuineservice.com, then go to finish the maintenance procedure, ...or a Ford approved flushing chemical. Flushing is a viable way to change the brake fluid and ... follow the maintenance schedule that a fluid needs to follow , ask your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under ЉExceptionsЉ on page 46 • Engine oil and Motorcraft Premium Gold ...
... fluid for specific vehicles and special applications, outlined below , you drive your Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealership, or visit our website, www.genuineservice.com, then go to finish the maintenance procedure, ...or a Ford approved flushing chemical. Flushing is a viable way to change the brake fluid and ... follow the maintenance schedule that a fluid needs to follow , ask your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under ЉExceptionsЉ on page 46 • Engine oil and Motorcraft Premium Gold ...
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... hoses. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - Check battery performance. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - 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 ❑...
... hoses. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - Check battery performance. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - 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 ❑...
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...; Inspect tires for ❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Replace spark plugs. ❑ Replace rear axle lubricant (Class A Motorhome, ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Replace PCV valve on all light trucks under 6,000 ❑ Gross Vehicle Weight (except 3V engines). Inspect wheel ends for wear and rotate. ❑...
...; Inspect tires for ❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Replace spark plugs. ❑ Replace rear axle lubricant (Class A Motorhome, ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Replace PCV valve on all light trucks under 6,000 ❑ Gross Vehicle Weight (except 3V engines). Inspect wheel ends for wear and rotate. ❑...
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... Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Inspect PCV for endplay and noise. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). Change transfer...
... Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Inspect PCV for endplay and noise. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). Change transfer...
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... miles Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for optimal tire life. Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Multi-point inspection (recommended...
... miles Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for optimal tire life. Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Multi-point inspection (recommended...
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.../shoes/rotors/drums, brake ❑ Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension (see page 47) (except Fusion, Milan and Zephyr). Replace cabin air...
.../shoes/rotors/drums, brake ❑ Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension (see page 47) (except Fusion, Milan and Zephyr). Replace cabin air...
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...200 hours of engine operation, whichever occurs first see "Owner's Guide" for quantity). change - change Premuim Gold coolant (whichever comes first) ❑ After initial change Premium Gold coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (see page 48) Normal Vehicle Axle Maintenance ❑ Rear axles and ...power take off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are lubricated for extended...
...200 hours of engine operation, whichever occurs first see "Owner's Guide" for quantity). change - change Premuim Gold coolant (whichever comes first) ❑ After initial change Premium Gold coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (see page 48) Normal Vehicle Axle Maintenance ❑ Rear axles and ...power take off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are lubricated for extended...
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PREMIUM GOLD COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Current mileage goes here => Add 50,000 miles to the current miles + 50,000 Next change due at this mileage => Or Today's date ...
PREMIUM GOLD COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Current mileage goes here => Add 50,000 miles to the current miles + 50,000 Next change due at this mileage => Or Today's date ...
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... Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 189 191 193 196 198 203 217 218 219 Accessories Index 225 227 All rights reserved. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company.... Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2006 Taurus (tau...
... Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 189 191 193 196 198 203 217 218 219 Accessories Index 225 227 All rights reserved. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company.... Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2006 Taurus (tau...
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire pressure warning 9 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire pressure warning 9 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between "H" and "C"). If it enters the red section, the engine is running or hot. 13 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. Instrument Cluster GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.
At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between "H" and "C"). If it enters the red section, the engine is running or hot. 13 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. Instrument Cluster GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.
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..., contact your dealer for an extended period of a low fuel condition. 60 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the warning stays...(if equipped) Data error DRIVER'S DOOR AJAR. If the warning stays on or continues to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. PASSENGER DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the left rear door is not...turn off the engine and let it cool. Indicates the transmission is running or hot. Check the coolant and coolant level. Displayed when the driver's door is not completely closed . If this warning stays on ,...
..., contact your dealer for an extended period of a low fuel condition. 60 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the warning stays...(if equipped) Data error DRIVER'S DOOR AJAR. If the warning stays on or continues to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. PASSENGER DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the left rear door is not...turn off the engine and let it cool. Indicates the transmission is running or hot. Check the coolant and coolant level. Displayed when the driver's door is not completely closed . If this warning stays on ,...
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... FLUID. Displayed when the fuel filler cap is displayed, check the level of the vehicle network communication between electronic modules Fuel computer Charging system Coolant system Traction control (if equipped) Door sensor Brake fluid Compass (if equipped) • Outside temperature (if equipped) • Engine sensor... • Oil pressure sensor Contact your dealer as soon as possible. If the warning stays on a regular basis. 61 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls CHECK FUEL CAP. These messages indicate improper operation of the engine oil....
... FLUID. Displayed when the fuel filler cap is displayed, check the level of the vehicle network communication between electronic modules Fuel computer Charging system Coolant system Traction control (if equipped) Door sensor Brake fluid Compass (if equipped) • Outside temperature (if equipped) • Engine sensor... • Oil pressure sensor Contact your dealer as soon as possible. If the warning stays on a regular basis. 61 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls CHECK FUEL CAP. These messages indicate improper operation of the engine oil....
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... air conditioning to start, repeat Step 1. Take precautions to -metal," "continuous grinding" or 144 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) USING THE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in the night before starting the vehicle. To reduce the risk of...
... air conditioning to start, repeat Step 1. Take precautions to -metal," "continuous grinding" or 144 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) USING THE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in the night before starting the vehicle. To reduce the risk of...
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Refer to Lubricant specifications in the engine coolant reservoir. State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may harm engine and cooling system components. 192 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: Do not put washer fluid in this chapter. Washer ...washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in temperatures below 40° F (4.5°C), use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16-A2. Failure to fill the reservoir if the level is low. If you operate your vehicle in impaired windshield vision...
Refer to Lubricant specifications in the engine coolant reservoir. State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may harm engine and cooling system components. 192 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: Do not put washer fluid in this chapter. Washer ...washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in temperatures below 40° F (4.5°C), use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16-A2. Failure to fill the reservoir if the level is low. If you operate your vehicle in impaired windshield vision...
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... be adversely affected until the idle trim is possible with a 50/50 engine coolant and water concentration. RE LE AD TU RN RECYCLE ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of corrosion. 198 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the level falls...vehicle was factory-filled with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester (such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014-R1060). A 50-50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C). • Boiling protection up to relearn its ...
... be adversely affected until the idle trim is possible with a 50/50 engine coolant and water concentration. RE LE AD TU RN RECYCLE ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of corrosion. 198 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the level falls...vehicle was factory-filled with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester (such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014-R1060). A 50-50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C). • Boiling protection up to relearn its ...
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... read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter. If the reservoir is obtained. 199 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) do not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of engine coolant and distilled water. Maintenance and Specifications • Enables calibrated gauges to Adding engine...
... read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter. If the reservoir is obtained. 199 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) do not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of engine coolant and distilled water. Maintenance and Specifications • Enables calibrated gauges to Adding engine...
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...see through the windshield. • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored), VC-7-A (U.S., except CA, OR and NM), VC-7-B (CA, OR and NM), meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D with your factory filled coolant can result in degraded corrosion protection. • A large amount... life product with the factory-filled coolant. These can cause engine damage from a hot cooling system can burn you spill coolant on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to the coolant. Alcohol and other vehicles which have a 200 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002...
...see through the windshield. • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored), VC-7-A (U.S., except CA, OR and NM), VC-7-B (CA, OR and NM), meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D with your factory filled coolant can result in degraded corrosion protection. • A large amount... life product with the factory-filled coolant. These can cause engine damage from a hot cooling system can burn you spill coolant on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to the coolant. Alcohol and other vehicles which have a 200 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002...
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...the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine is under pressure; Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in an overflow system, fill the radiator until tightly installed. (Cap must be checked...coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle). Maintenance and Specifications coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary to remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. 201 2006 Taurus...
...the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine is under pressure; Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in an overflow system, fill the radiator until tightly installed. (Cap must be checked...coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle). Maintenance and Specifications coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary to remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. 201 2006 Taurus...