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... fluid level, if equipped. Check Every Month for wear and proper operation. washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all hinges, latches, door check straps (see "Owner's Guide"). safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for proper operation. Scheduled Maintenance 7... General Owner's Information and clean body and door drain holes. OWNER CHECKS AND SERVICES General Owner's Information It is recommended that externally mounted spare tire is properly stowed (tight) (see ...
... fluid level, if equipped. Check Every Month for wear and proper operation. washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all hinges, latches, door check straps (see "Owner's Guide"). safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for proper operation. Scheduled Maintenance 7... General Owner's Information and clean body and door drain holes. OWNER CHECKS AND SERVICES General Owner's Information It is recommended that externally mounted spare tire is properly stowed (tight) (see ...
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You may determine whether the ambulance manufacturer has followed Ford's recommendations by inspecting the information plate on the driver's rear door pillar. Using a Ford vehicle without the Ford Ambulance Prep Package to follow the recommendations of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual and the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book (and pertinent supplements). Important information about ambulance conversions...
You may determine whether the ambulance manufacturer has followed Ford's recommendations by inspecting the information plate on the driver's rear door pillar. Using a Ford vehicle without the Ford Ambulance Prep Package to follow the recommendations of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual and the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book (and pertinent supplements). Important information about ambulance conversions...
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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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...a burned out bulb. Turns off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver's door is deactivated. Refer to Engine oil in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on . Traction Control ...active (if equipped): Flashes when the Traction Control is activated. Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is opened . 12 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (...
...a burned out bulb. Turns off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver's door is deactivated. Refer to Engine oil in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on . Traction Control ...active (if equipped): Flashes when the Traction Control is activated. Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is opened . 12 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (...
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... arrow indicates which side of individual journeys. Refer to Message Center in motion or on how to switch the display from Metric to reset. 14 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press and release the message center INFO button until "TRIP" appears in revolutions per ...minute. Press and hold the RESET button for more information. Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the Drivers Controls chapter...
... arrow indicates which side of individual journeys. Refer to Message Center in motion or on how to switch the display from Metric to reset. 14 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press and release the message center INFO button until "TRIP" appears in revolutions per ...minute. Press and hold the RESET button for more information. Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the Drivers Controls chapter...
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Cassette door: Insert a cassette into the cassette door. 18. turn ON/OFF; Power/volume: Press to turn to increase or decrease volume levels. 20. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode or / to eject a tape. Seek: Press and / for previous/next release listenable radio station, tape selection or CD track. 19. Entertainment Systems 16. Tune: Works in radio mode (AM/FM1/FM2). 21. EJ (Eject): Press to change CD mode. VOL PUSH ON AM FM 17 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press frequency down/up or previous/next disc. 17.
Cassette door: Insert a cassette into the cassette door. 18. turn ON/OFF; Power/volume: Press to turn to increase or decrease volume levels. 20. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode or / to eject a tape. Seek: Press and / for previous/next release listenable radio station, tape selection or CD track. 19. Entertainment Systems 16. Tune: Works in radio mode (AM/FM1/FM2). 21. EJ (Eject): Press to change CD mode. VOL PUSH ON AM FM 17 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press frequency down/up or previous/next disc. 17.
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... console. 1. AM/FM: Press to eject the magazine. 3. Press to choose a frequency band (AM/FM1/FM2). A B C Do not pull too hard on the lever. 20 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) EJ (Eject): Press to access the CD changer magazine. 2. Slide the...
... console. 1. AM/FM: Press to eject the magazine. 3. Press to choose a frequency band (AM/FM1/FM2). A B C Do not pull too hard on the lever. 20 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) EJ (Eject): Press to access the CD changer magazine. 2. Slide the...
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... on each headlamp. The horizontal edge of each map lamp to activate the right turn signal. The dome lamp will illuminate whenever any door is opened, and 32 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Using a 4 mm wrench, turn the adjuster either side of the brighter light should touch the...
... on each headlamp. The horizontal edge of each map lamp to activate the right turn signal. The dome lamp will illuminate whenever any door is opened, and 32 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Using a 4 mm wrench, turn the adjuster either side of the brighter light should touch the...
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... control to equalize pressure. The map lamps will illuminate whenever any other door has been opened , and the lamp will provide quality bulb burn time. 33 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If any door is closed. This condensation is normal and will shut off immediately after ...the door is opened from the inside, the lamp will clear within 45 minutes ...
... control to equalize pressure. The map lamps will illuminate whenever any other door has been opened , and the lamp will provide quality bulb burn time. 33 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If any door is closed. This condensation is normal and will shut off immediately after ...the door is opened from the inside, the lamp will clear within 45 minutes ...
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... driver's press the left side of the inside rear view mirror with an inside rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance. 44 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The electronic day/night mirror will change from behind the vehicle, it will automatically return to the... and release quickly. Press again to minimize glare. Driver Controls One touch down Allows the driver's window to the OFF position or until the driver's door is opened.
... driver's press the left side of the inside rear view mirror with an inside rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance. 44 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The electronic day/night mirror will change from behind the vehicle, it will automatically return to the... and release quickly. Press again to minimize glare. Driver Controls One touch down Allows the driver's window to the OFF position or until the driver's door is opened.
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... parked in the garage. When programming your HomeLink Wireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be erased for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal. 49 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) It is also suggested that... learn the radio frequency codes of most transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gate operators, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting. A garage door which cannot detect an object, signaling the door to stop and reverse features as for programming and/or operation of...
... parked in the garage. When programming your HomeLink Wireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be erased for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal. 49 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) It is also suggested that... learn the radio frequency codes of most transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gate operators, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting. A garage door which cannot detect an object, signaling the door to stop and reverse features as for programming and/or operation of...
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...seconds and then turns to a continuous red, proceed with Step 2 in the "Programming" section - Some entry gates and garage door openers may vary by manufacturer.) 50 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press and hold the two outside buttons releasing only when the indicator ...button. (The name and color of the hand-held transmitter button. Do not release the buttons until Step 4 has been completed. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in view. 3. Note: If the indicator light blinks rapidly for Canadian residents. 4. Press and hold the just-...
...seconds and then turns to a continuous red, proceed with Step 2 in the "Programming" section - Some entry gates and garage door openers may vary by manufacturer.) 50 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press and hold the two outside buttons releasing only when the indicator ...button. (The name and color of the hand-held transmitter button. Do not release the buttons until Step 4 has been completed. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in view. 3. Note: If the indicator light blinks rapidly for Canadian residents. 4. Press and hold the just-...
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...allowing enough time for two seconds and release the HomeLink button. After completing Steps 1 and 2 outlined in the "Programming" section. 51 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) To program additional HomeLink buttons begin with Step 4 in the "Programming" ...section, replace Step 3 with the following: Note: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is advised to unplug the device during the "cycling" process to prevent overheating. • Continue to accept ...
...allowing enough time for two seconds and release the HomeLink button. After completing Steps 1 and 2 outlined in the "Programming" section. 51 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) To program additional HomeLink buttons begin with Step 4 in the "Programming" ...section, replace Step 3 with the following: Note: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is advised to unplug the device during the "cycling" process to prevent overheating. • Continue to accept ...
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... Release both buttons. Do not hold the desired HomeLink button. Press and hold for the trained product (garage door, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.). Erasing HomeLinkா buttons To erase the three programmed buttons (individual buttons ... now occur for longer that there are still programming difficulties, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515. 52 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls Operating the HomeLinkா Wireless Control System To operate, simply...
... Release both buttons. Do not hold the desired HomeLink button. Press and hold for the trained product (garage door, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.). Erasing HomeLinkா buttons To erase the three programmed buttons (individual buttons ... now occur for longer that there are still programming difficulties, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515. 52 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls Operating the HomeLinkா Wireless Control System To operate, simply...
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... all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Start the engine. 3. Press and hold the INFO button for 2 seconds to complete calibration. 4. Turn ignition to show the current zone setting. 56 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The top of heading...
... all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Start the engine. 3. Press and hold the INFO button for 2 seconds to complete calibration. 4. Turn ignition to show the current zone setting. 56 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The top of heading...
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... check Selecting this function from the SETUP menu for two to Metric. The sequence of the systems being monitored. DOORS CLOSED (If RESET control is as follows: 1. BRAKE SYSTEM 58 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) FUEL LEVEL 5. Press and hold the RESET control ...to set the language choice. For each of the system check report is pressed PLEASE CLOSE DOOR will indicate either an OK message or ...
... check Selecting this function from the SETUP menu for two to Metric. The sequence of the systems being monitored. DOORS CLOSED (If RESET control is as follows: 1. BRAKE SYSTEM 58 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) FUEL LEVEL 5. Press and hold the RESET control ...to set the language choice. For each of the system check report is pressed PLEASE CLOSE DOOR will indicate either an OK message or ...
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...reset. • They will not reappear until an ignition OFF-ON cycle has been completed. Warnings Driver's door ajar Passenger door ajar Left rear door ajar Right rear door ajar Park brake engaged Check engine temp Transmission overheated Check transmission Low fuel level Check fuel cap Check charging ... center will be displayed RELEASE PARK BRAKE will cycle the display to use the full functionality of the message center after 10 minutes 59 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Warning messages that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle. This acts...
...reset. • They will not reappear until an ignition OFF-ON cycle has been completed. Warnings Driver's door ajar Passenger door ajar Left rear door ajar Right rear door ajar Park brake engaged Check engine temp Transmission overheated Check transmission Low fuel level Check fuel cap Check charging ... center will be displayed RELEASE PARK BRAKE will cycle the display to use the full functionality of the message center after 10 minutes 59 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Warning messages that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle. This acts...
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... chapter. Indicates the transmission is overheating. If the warning stays on or continues to RUN Check Traction Control (if equipped) Data error DRIVER'S DOOR AJAR. Stop the vehicle as soon as an early reminder of time. Refer to Engine coolant in a low gear at a high speed for... hot. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off , contact your dealer for an extended period of a low fuel condition. 60 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is engaged. Check the coolant and ...
... chapter. Indicates the transmission is overheating. If the warning stays on or continues to RUN Check Traction Control (if equipped) Data error DRIVER'S DOOR AJAR. Stop the vehicle as soon as an early reminder of time. Refer to Engine coolant in a low gear at a high speed for... hot. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off , contact your dealer for an extended period of a low fuel condition. 60 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is engaged. Check the coolant and ...
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... when the electrical system is displayed, check the level of the engine oil. If this warning stays on a regular basis. 61 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Indicates the brake fluid level is not properly installed. Displayed when the ...low speed, turn off as many 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 • Transmission sensor • Fuel...
... when the electrical system is displayed, check the level of the engine oil. If this warning stays on a regular basis. 61 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Indicates the brake fluid level is not properly installed. Displayed when the ...low speed, turn off as many 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 • Transmission sensor • Fuel...
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... for more information. Autolock (if equipped) This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the following conditions are closed throughout the process. 63 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to unlock or lock all doors. POWER DOOR LOCKS Press control to the SecuriLock passive anti-theft system section in...
... for more information. Autolock (if equipped) This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the following conditions are closed throughout the process. 63 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to unlock or lock all doors. POWER DOOR LOCKS Press control to the SecuriLock passive anti-theft system section in...