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... specification. 8 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) engine oil fluid level. and clean...checks and inspections be performed at 500 miles (800 km) of all vehicles Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for more information. and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. engine cooling system level and strength. OWNER CHECKS..., ABS, air bag, safety belt) for all interior and exterior lights. Retightening lug nuts ❑ On vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels...
... specification. 8 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) engine oil fluid level. and clean...checks and inspections be performed at 500 miles (800 km) of all vehicles Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for more information. and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. engine cooling system level and strength. OWNER CHECKS..., ABS, air bag, safety belt) for all interior and exterior lights. Retightening lug nuts ❑ On vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels...
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... Authorized Systems Checks In the event your vehicle experiences a component related concern, please contact your vehicle. The Ford Motor Company Trained Technicians who work at Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealerships are used. The Technician's goal is fixed right the first time, at participating Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealerships: Climate Control Service Engine Soon Light All Wheel...
... Authorized Systems Checks In the event your vehicle experiences a component related concern, please contact your vehicle. The Ford Motor Company Trained Technicians who work at Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealerships are used. The Technician's goal is fixed right the first time, at participating Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealerships: Climate Control Service Engine Soon Light All Wheel...
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... signals and hazard warning lights. Keep It Genuine Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - Check battery performance. Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses. Check shocks and struts and other..., if equipped. See your vehicle. They are designed, engineered, and warranted by Ford Motor Company. Check exhaust system for leaks and damage. In order to keep... Maintenance 13 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) This can help ensure your vehicle checked regularly. Check operation of your dealer for wear and check air pressure,...
... signals and hazard warning lights. Keep It Genuine Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - Check battery performance. Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses. Check shocks and struts and other..., if equipped. See your vehicle. They are designed, engineered, and warranted by Ford Motor Company. Check exhaust system for leaks and damage. In order to keep... Maintenance 13 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) This can help ensure your vehicle checked regularly. Check operation of your dealer for wear and check air pressure,...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...extensive repairs. Normally, the ЉService engine soonЉ light will illuminate when you to the respective system warning light for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your authorized dealer. 10 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb and to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in a moderate ...
...extensive repairs. Normally, the ЉService engine soonЉ light will illuminate when you to the respective system warning light for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your authorized dealer. 10 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb and to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in a moderate ...
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...you longer to come on is illuminated. 11 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Check fuel cap (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel cap may occur. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is dangerous. Continued driving with the parking ... and the risk of personal injury. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light on may cause the Service engine soon warning light to stop the vehicle. Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on , refer to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have...
...you longer to come on is illuminated. 11 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Check fuel cap (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel cap may occur. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is dangerous. Continued driving with the parking ... and the risk of personal injury. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light on may cause the Service engine soon warning light to stop the vehicle. Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on , refer to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have...
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... been detected. Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to fasten your safety belt. When the ignition is working. If the light does not turn...begins to ensure the bulb is first turned to ON, the light will also sound when a malfunction in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 12 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) .../deactivate the Belt-Minder chime feature. If the light remains ON at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. Refer to the Driving chapter for 3 seconds to flash...
... been detected. Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to fasten your safety belt. When the ignition is working. If the light does not turn...begins to ensure the bulb is first turned to ON, the light will also sound when a malfunction in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 12 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) .../deactivate the Belt-Minder chime feature. If the light remains ON at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. Refer to the Driving chapter for 3 seconds to flash...
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...the availability of the vehicle • The AdvanceTrac indicator light will illuminate • If your vehicle seems to lose engine power while driving in R (Reverse). Some drivers may be ... system cannot be illuminated in the instrument cluster will feel a vibration in the pedal. 228 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Have the vehicle system serviced by...km/h) even though the AdvanceTrac indicator light may notice a slight movement of the brake pedal when the AdvanceTrac performs a system self-check. If you will stay on the brake ...
...the availability of the vehicle • The AdvanceTrac indicator light will illuminate • If your vehicle seems to lose engine power while driving in R (Reverse). Some drivers may be ... system cannot be illuminated in the instrument cluster will feel a vibration in the pedal. 228 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Have the vehicle system serviced by...km/h) even though the AdvanceTrac indicator light may notice a slight movement of the brake pedal when the AdvanceTrac performs a system self-check. If you will stay on the brake ...
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...started. Excess mud stuck on steep slopes or hills. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. A danger lies in losing ...lubricant and PTU (Power Transfer Unit) lubricant should be checked and changed , if necessary. Apply just enough power... may damage the transmission. Driving on the engine and the possibility of stalling. Too much ...Lightly" is an educational program designed to drive straight up or straight down to climb the hill. Do not drive over the crest of a hill without the aid of an observer. When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in loss of vehicle control. 240 2008 Taurus...
...started. Excess mud stuck on steep slopes or hills. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. A danger lies in losing ...lubricant and PTU (Power Transfer Unit) lubricant should be checked and changed , if necessary. Apply just enough power... may damage the transmission. Driving on the engine and the possibility of stalling. Too much ...Lightly" is an educational program designed to drive straight up or straight down to climb the hill. Do not drive over the crest of a hill without the aid of an observer. When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in loss of vehicle control. 240 2008 Taurus...
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...Keep children away from fuel; Stay outside your vehicle and do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle: 1. Turn the engine off your vehicle. 298 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Pull to avoid electrostatic charge build-up when filling an ungrounded fuel container:... the tabs on the cap with a 1/4 turn until it stops. 3. If the check fuel cap light or a "check fuel cap" message comes on the pump island; Do not smoke if you 've refueled your engine when you and others: Read and follow all the instructions on , the fuel filler cap...
...Keep children away from fuel; Stay outside your vehicle and do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle: 1. Turn the engine off your vehicle. 298 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Pull to avoid electrostatic charge build-up when filling an ungrounded fuel container:... the tabs on the cap with a 1/4 turn until it stops. 3. If the check fuel cap light or a "check fuel cap" message comes on the pump island; Do not smoke if you 've refueled your engine when you and others: Read and follow all the instructions on , the fuel filler cap...
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...hissing sound, wait until it may cause the light to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford, Motorcraft or other certified fuel filler cap is designed for your vehicle. It can damage critical fuel system components. 299 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA... use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive vacuum in personal injury. The check fuel cap light or "check fuel cap" message may be void for the check fuel cap light or "check fuel cap" message to drive with the engine off . Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel...
...hissing sound, wait until it may cause the light to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford, Motorcraft or other certified fuel filler cap is designed for your vehicle. It can damage critical fuel system components. 299 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA... use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive vacuum in personal injury. The check fuel cap light or "check fuel cap" message may be void for the check fuel cap light or "check fuel cap" message to drive with the engine off . Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel...
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booster seats ...177 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...277 instrument panel ...279 interior ...279 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Index A Accessory delay ...97 AdvanceTrac ...227 Air cleaner filter ...310-311 Air...specifications ...311 servicing ...289 Belt-Minder ...158 Booster seats ...177 Brakes ...225 anti-lock ...225 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...225 fluid, checking and adding ...308 fluid, refill capacities ...312 fluid, specifications ...312 lubricant specifications ...312 parking ...226 shift interlock ...231 Bulbs ...86 C ...
booster seats ...177 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...277 instrument panel ...279 interior ...279 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Index A Accessory delay ...97 AdvanceTrac ...227 Air cleaner filter ...310-311 Air...specifications ...311 servicing ...289 Belt-Minder ...158 Booster seats ...177 Brakes ...225 anti-lock ...225 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...225 fluid, checking and adding ...308 fluid, refill capacities ...312 fluid, specifications ...312 lubricant specifications ...312 parking ...226 shift interlock ...231 Bulbs ...86 C ...
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...the ignition ...220 L Lamps autolamp system ...81 bulb replacement specifications chart ...86 daytime running light ...83 fog lamps ...82 headlamps ...81 headlamps, flash to pass ...83 instrument panel,...Motorcraft parts ...281, 296, 311 N Navigation system ...73 O Octane rating ...300 Oil (see Engine oil) ...286 Overdrive ...232 P Parking brake ...226 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...311 Passenger...94 Power steering ...230 fluid, checking and adding ...307 fluid, refill capacity ...312 fluid, specifications ...312 Power Windows ...95 R Radio ...16, 20, 28 323 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-...
...the ignition ...220 L Lamps autolamp system ...81 bulb replacement specifications chart ...86 daytime running light ...83 fog lamps ...82 headlamps ...81 headlamps, flash to pass ...83 instrument panel,...Motorcraft parts ...281, 296, 311 N Navigation system ...73 O Octane rating ...300 Oil (see Engine oil) ...286 Overdrive ...232 P Parking brake ...226 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...311 Passenger...94 Power steering ...230 fluid, checking and adding ...307 fluid, refill capacity ...312 fluid, specifications ...312 Power Windows ...95 R Radio ...16, 20, 28 323 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-...
Quick Reference Guide 2nd Printing
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...ten seconds. SERVICE ENGINE SOON The service engine soon indicator lamp illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to the brake pedal. If the light turns solid or ... your tires be turned on when the headlamp control is in the trunk of the vehicle. 9 11 6 4 10 2008 FORD TAURUS ESSENTIAL INFORMATION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 7 8 9 10 11 LOCATION OF SPARE TIRE AND TOOLS Your vehicle...the message center displays important vehicle information by 1 mph (1.6 km/h) with each tire and check the air pressure with sleek, trim good looks and unexpected luxury. Do not pump the brakes...
...ten seconds. SERVICE ENGINE SOON The service engine soon indicator lamp illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to the brake pedal. If the light turns solid or ... your tires be turned on when the headlamp control is in the trunk of the vehicle. 9 11 6 4 10 2008 FORD TAURUS ESSENTIAL INFORMATION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 7 8 9 10 11 LOCATION OF SPARE TIRE AND TOOLS Your vehicle...the message center displays important vehicle information by 1 mph (1.6 km/h) with each tire and check the air pressure with sleek, trim good looks and unexpected luxury. Do not pump the brakes...