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... traveling in Canada, please call 1-800-348-5220. That attendant left the key inside. Key replacement cost is Roadside Assistance. Tire change your trailer up to $200 per event. *7W7J_19328_AA* February 2008 NAME CAR PHONE # KEY CODE # FOR COMPLIMENTARY HELP CALL 1-800-241-3673 WARRANTY, NON-...you still get a tow for one reason or another. This is customer responsibility. No problem. FUEL DELIVERY TRAILERS Ford Motor Company reserves the right to worry. DEAD BATTERIES LOCK OUTS It does seem that today nobody gets a flat tire, but it happens. Just make the call...
... traveling in Canada, please call 1-800-348-5220. That attendant left the key inside. Key replacement cost is Roadside Assistance. Tire change your trailer up to $200 per event. *7W7J_19328_AA* February 2008 NAME CAR PHONE # KEY CODE # FOR COMPLIMENTARY HELP CALL 1-800-241-3673 WARRANTY, NON-...you still get a tow for one reason or another. This is customer responsibility. No problem. FUEL DELIVERY TRAILERS Ford Motor Company reserves the right to worry. DEAD BATTERIES LOCK OUTS It does seem that today nobody gets a flat tire, but it happens. Just make the call...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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...check straps (see your Owner's Guide for the proper lug nut torque specification. 8 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) and lubricate all wiper blades (replace blades as necessary). Check every month for all vehicles Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check... 100 miles ❑ (160 km), and again at the designated time intervals. See your "Owner's Guide" for proper operation. battery connections and clean if necessary. Check every six months for wear and proper operation. parking brake for more information. engine cooling system ...
...check straps (see your Owner's Guide for the proper lug nut torque specification. 8 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) and lubricate all wiper blades (replace blades as necessary). Check every month for all vehicles Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check... 100 miles ❑ (160 km), and again at the designated time intervals. See your "Owner's Guide" for proper operation. battery connections and clean if necessary. Check every six months for wear and proper operation. parking brake for more information. engine cooling system ...
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... your vehicle is to ensure that only parts meeting Ford Motor Company's specifications are specifically trained to you. Genuine Ford and Motorcraft branded parts meet Ford Motor Company Specifications. Scheduled Maintenance 9 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) The Technician... participating Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealerships: Climate Control Service Engine Soon Light All Wheel Drive/Four-Wheel Drive Automatic Transmission Engine Cooling/Cabin Heating Suspension/Steering Charge/Start/Battery Wheel Alignment Brakes And when your vehicle needs replacement parts,...
... your vehicle is to ensure that only parts meeting Ford Motor Company's specifications are specifically trained to you. Genuine Ford and Motorcraft branded parts meet Ford Motor Company Specifications. Scheduled Maintenance 9 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) The Technician... participating Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealerships: Climate Control Service Engine Soon Light All Wheel Drive/Four-Wheel Drive Automatic Transmission Engine Cooling/Cabin Heating Suspension/Steering Charge/Start/Battery Wheel Alignment Brakes And when your vehicle needs replacement parts,...
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..., rotors, and drums are essential to be replaced, please consider a Motorcraft brand battery that meets your vehicle's Ford Motor Company specifications. That's one reason why we stand behind this battery with its "long-life" design outlasted other long-life batteries by up to install them. Scheduled Maintenance 11 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Brakes...
..., rotors, and drums are essential to be replaced, please consider a Motorcraft brand battery that meets your vehicle's Ford Motor Company specifications. That's one reason why we stand behind this battery with its "long-life" design outlasted other long-life batteries by up to install them. Scheduled Maintenance 11 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Brakes...
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Keep It Genuine Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - Recommended at every scheduled maintenance...Check battery performance. Check windshield for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign material. Inspect clutch operation, if equipped. See your vehicle. The right replacement parts will help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor ...suspension components for oil and fluid leaks. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Parts Genuine Ford Collision Parts are manufactured to the same specifications as those on your vehicle when it is ...
Keep It Genuine Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - Recommended at every scheduled maintenance...Check battery performance. Check windshield for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign material. Inspect clutch operation, if equipped. See your vehicle. The right replacement parts will help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor ...suspension components for oil and fluid leaks. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Parts Genuine Ford Collision Parts are manufactured to the same specifications as those on your vehicle when it is ...
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...: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 18 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS Batteries The technicians at your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership can determine the health of the batteries that bear the Motorcraft name. 45,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped...
...: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 18 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS Batteries The technicians at your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership can determine the health of the batteries that bear the Motorcraft name. 45,000 miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped...
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... with a national 3 year, free-replacement and prorated-cost thereafter up to be replaced, consider any service visit. Should your vehicle's battery during any one reason why we stand behind this battery with unlimited mileage. That's one of your battery need to 200%. NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS Batteries The technicians at your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership can...
... with a national 3 year, free-replacement and prorated-cost thereafter up to be replaced, consider any service visit. Should your vehicle's battery during any one reason why we stand behind this battery with unlimited mileage. That's one of your battery need to 200%. NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS Batteries The technicians at your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership can...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... sound best at a lower volume. 3. Some players will need to a home stereo and are not compatible with a volume control. 2. If the problems persists, replace or recharge the batteries in motion. Press AUX on your audio system as this will cause distortion and will only work correctly with headphones as the center console... distorted at the same levels. Also, the portable music player should hear audio from your portable music player until LINE IN appears in motion. 37 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... sound best at a lower volume. 3. Some players will need to a home stereo and are not compatible with a volume control. 2. If the problems persists, replace or recharge the batteries in motion. Press AUX on your audio system as this will cause distortion and will only work correctly with headphones as the center console... distorted at the same levels. Also, the portable music player should hear audio from your portable music player until LINE IN appears in motion. 37 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... headphones The driver should never use the headphones while driving the vehicle. Battery replacement Batteries are supplied with the remote control unit. The remote control unit uses two AAA batteries which could result in a crash causing serious injury. Give your full attention... to driving and to illuminate the remote control and backlight all batteries have a limited shelf life, replace them when the unit fails to access the batteries. ILLUMINATION: Press to the road. 55 2008 Taurus...
... headphones The driver should never use the headphones while driving the vehicle. Battery replacement Batteries are supplied with the remote control unit. The remote control unit uses two AAA batteries which could result in a crash causing serious injury. Give your full attention... to driving and to illuminate the remote control and backlight all batteries have a limited shelf life, replace them when the unit fails to access the batteries. ILLUMINATION: Press to the road. 55 2008 Taurus...
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Then, lightly press down on top and slide the cover off. When replacing the batteries, use two new batteries (alkaline recommended) and install them with the correct orientation as indicated in the battery housing. 57 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Entertainment Systems To install the batteries, remove the screw at the bottom of the cover.
Then, lightly press down on top and slide the cover off. When replacing the batteries, use two new batteries (alkaline recommended) and install them with the correct orientation as indicated in the battery housing. 57 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Entertainment Systems To install the batteries, remove the screw at the bottom of the cover.
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...garage door which cannot detect an object, signaling the door to replace Step 2 with the vehicle parked in other vehicles as well... light stays on your device should activate when the HomeLink button is also suggested that a new battery be placed in view. 2. Position the end of the vehicle, the programmed Homelink buttons be ..." in this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). It is pressed and released. 107 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: Your vehicle may release both the chosen HomeLink...
...garage door which cannot detect an object, signaling the door to replace Step 2 with the vehicle parked in other vehicles as well... light stays on your device should activate when the HomeLink button is also suggested that a new battery be placed in view. 2. Position the end of the vehicle, the programmed Homelink buttons be ..." in this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). It is pressed and released. 107 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: Your vehicle may release both the chosen HomeLink...
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... in the SecuriLock™ passive anti-theft section of this procedure yourself. 131 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing of the battery. To replace the battery: 1. Locks and Security Replacing the battery The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter uses one , or would like to have your Integrated...
... in the SecuriLock™ passive anti-theft section of this procedure yourself. 131 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing of the battery. To replace the battery: 1. Locks and Security Replacing the battery The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter uses one , or would like to have your Integrated...
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...limited to a disabled vehicle. If a member requests to be responsible for any roadside services. 243 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Trailers shall be covered up to ...of gasoline or 5 gallons (18.9L) of diesel fuel to two no recoveries. • towing - Ford/Mercury/Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized dealer within a 12-month period. • winch out ...should you have been supplied with a tire inflation kit) • battery jump start • lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer's responsibility) • fuel delivery - The...
...limited to a disabled vehicle. If a member requests to be responsible for any roadside services. 243 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Trailers shall be covered up to ...of gasoline or 5 gallons (18.9L) of diesel fuel to two no recoveries. • towing - Ford/Mercury/Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized dealer within a 12-month period. • winch out ...should you have been supplied with a tire inflation kit) • battery jump start • lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer's responsibility) • fuel delivery - The...
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...the engine compartment. To reduce risk of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 249 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Always disconnect the battery before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 36 37 38 39...(PADI) Power windows Delayed accessory relay 47 48 30A Circuit Breaker - If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before servicing high current fuses. The power ...
...the engine compartment. To reduce risk of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 249 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Always disconnect the battery before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 36 37 38 39...(PADI) Power windows Delayed accessory relay 47 48 30A Circuit Breaker - If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before servicing high current fuses. The power ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...replaced. If your battery has a cover/shield, make certain the battery cables are designed for your engine's warranty use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine treatments. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A. Ford...and water. 289 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) You can neutralize the acid with equivalent performance for your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in scheduled maintenance information. BATTERY Your vehicle is ...
...replaced. If your battery has a cover/shield, make certain the battery cables are designed for your engine's warranty use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine treatments. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A. Ford...and water. 289 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) You can neutralize the acid with equivalent performance for your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in scheduled maintenance information. BATTERY Your vehicle is ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...not have your vehicle. If the vehicle's engine or transmission has just been serviced, or the battery has recently run poorly. 3. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel-the engine may not ...some of a cold engine startup followed by the OBD-II may misfire or run down or been replaced, the OBD-II system may be wet. If the Service engine indicator blinks eight times, it means... or letting the electrical system dry out. No additional vehicle service is ready for I /M testing. 306 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Your vehicle may not pass the I/M indicator ...
...not have your vehicle. If the vehicle's engine or transmission has just been serviced, or the battery has recently run poorly. 3. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel-the engine may not ...some of a cold engine startup followed by the OBD-II may misfire or run down or been replaced, the OBD-II system may be wet. If the Service engine indicator blinks eight times, it means... or letting the electrical system dry out. No additional vehicle service is ready for I /M testing. 306 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Your vehicle may not pass the I/M indicator ...
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...intervals for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used . 311 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: Failure to its emissions system. Replace the spark plugs with one of the items listed in severe engine damage. Maintenance and Specifications 6. Be... air filter element FA-1884 Battery BXT-59 Oil filter FL-400-SB12 1 PCV valve 2 Spark plugs 1 The PCV valve is essential to the engine if such spark plugs are engaged into the slots of your authorized dealer. It is one that meets Ford material and design specifications for...
...intervals for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used . 311 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: Failure to its emissions system. Replace the spark plugs with one of the items listed in severe engine damage. Maintenance and Specifications 6. Be... air filter element FA-1884 Battery BXT-59 Oil filter FL-400-SB12 1 PCV valve 2 Spark plugs 1 The PCV valve is essential to the engine if such spark plugs are engaged into the slots of your authorized dealer. It is one that meets Ford material and design specifications for...
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... ...312 fluid, specification ...312 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...233 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ...36 B Battery ...289 320 acid, treating emergencies ...289 jumping a disabled battery ...260 maintenance-free ...289 replacement, specifications ...311 servicing ...289 Belt-Minder ...158 Booster seats ...177 Brakes ...225 anti-lock ...225 anti-lock...182 in rear seat ...182 Child safety seats - booster seats ...177 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...277 instrument panel ...279 interior ...279 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... ...312 fluid, specification ...312 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...233 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ...36 B Battery ...289 320 acid, treating emergencies ...289 jumping a disabled battery ...260 maintenance-free ...289 replacement, specifications ...311 servicing ...289 Belt-Minder ...158 Booster seats ...177 Brakes ...225 anti-lock ...225 anti-lock...182 in rear seat ...182 Child safety seats - booster seats ...177 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...277 instrument panel ...279 interior ...279 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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......246 Remote entry system ...128-129 illuminated entry ...132-133 locking/unlocking doors ...129 opening the trunk ...130 panic alarm ...129 replacement/additional transmitters ...131 replacing the batteries ...131 Reverse sensing system ...235 Roadside assistance ...243 S Safety Belt Maintenance ...157 Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ...149, 153... Tires ...189-190, 252 alignment ...197 care ...193 changing ...252, 255 checking the pressure ...193 inflating ...191 label ...203 replacing ...195 rotating ...197 safety practices ...196 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
......246 Remote entry system ...128-129 illuminated entry ...132-133 locking/unlocking doors ...129 opening the trunk ...130 panic alarm ...129 replacement/additional transmitters ...131 replacing the batteries ...131 Reverse sensing system ...235 Roadside assistance ...243 S Safety Belt Maintenance ...157 Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ...149, 153... Tires ...189-190, 252 alignment ...197 care ...193 changing ...252, 255 checking the pressure ...193 inflating ...191 label ...203 replacing ...195 rotating ...197 safety practices ...196 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)