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... worn by the current dealer selling price. PIRELLI TIRE NORTH AMERICA Original Equipment Limited Warranty PIRELLI ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PASSENGER & Light Truck TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY What Is Warranted And Who Is Eligible Under The Warranty? identification number and branded Pirelli, are provided ...the aforementioned cases. Pirelli Tire North America (PTNA), 100 Pirelli Drive, Rome, Georgia 30162-7000, warrants to workmanship or material anomalies, the owner must pay the cost for any passenger car and/or light truck sold in both of the original useable tread, whichever occurs...
... worn by the current dealer selling price. PIRELLI TIRE NORTH AMERICA Original Equipment Limited Warranty PIRELLI ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PASSENGER & Light Truck TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY What Is Warranted And Who Is Eligible Under The Warranty? identification number and branded Pirelli, are provided ...the aforementioned cases. Pirelli Tire North America (PTNA), 100 Pirelli Drive, Rome, Georgia 30162-7000, warrants to workmanship or material anomalies, the owner must pay the cost for any passenger car and/or light truck sold in both of the original useable tread, whichever occurs...
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...since unapproved tires on your vehicle as original equipment were tested and approved by PTNA, applicable to Pirelli original equipment passenger car radial and light truck radial tires. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of the vehicle's operation. Laurent, Quebec H4S 1V9 1-800-... WARRANTY IF A ANOMALY IS FOUND TO EXIST IN A PIRELLI ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PASSENGER CAR or light truck RADIAL TIRE. This is needed, please contact: Pirelli Tire North America Consumer Affairs Group 100 Pirelli Drive Rome, GA 30162-7000 1-800-747-3554 (1-800-PIRELLI) www.us.pirelli.com CANADA:...
...since unapproved tires on your vehicle as original equipment were tested and approved by PTNA, applicable to Pirelli original equipment passenger car radial and light truck radial tires. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of the vehicle's operation. Laurent, Quebec H4S 1V9 1-800-... WARRANTY IF A ANOMALY IS FOUND TO EXIST IN A PIRELLI ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PASSENGER CAR or light truck RADIAL TIRE. This is needed, please contact: Pirelli Tire North America Consumer Affairs Group 100 Pirelli Drive Rome, GA 30162-7000 1-800-747-3554 (1-800-PIRELLI) www.us.pirelli.com CANADA:...
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...speed capabilities in excess of 149 mph (240 km/h). (W and Y speed ratings are subcategories of any vehicle in the table below. Light truck highway tires that do not have a speed symbol on the vehicle tire placard or owner's manual). SPEED RATINGS Speed Symbols are ...underinflated, overloaded, worn out, damaged, altered, improperly repaired, or retreaded. REMEMBER...High speed driving can be speed-rated, we do not have a speed symbol on laboratory tests which the tire is especially important. 31 Speed ratings...
...speed capabilities in excess of 149 mph (240 km/h). (W and Y speed ratings are subcategories of any vehicle in the table below. Light truck highway tires that do not have a speed symbol on the vehicle tire placard or owner's manual). SPEED RATINGS Speed Symbols are ...underinflated, overloaded, worn out, damaged, altered, improperly repaired, or retreaded. REMEMBER...High speed driving can be speed-rated, we do not have a speed symbol on laboratory tests which the tire is especially important. 31 Speed ratings...
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...the likelihood of tire dressing containing petroleum distillates are considered improper and therefore, not recommended. Modifications to alterations such as SUVs and light trucks do so may prevent proper performance, leading to an accident and serious injury or death. Whether your vehicle. Tires which become...only two tires are not reliable and may have been modified, always drive safely, avoid sudden, sharp turns or lane changes and obey all vehicles. CUSTOMIZATION OF TIRES, WHEELS, OR SUSPENSION ON SUVS AND LIGHT TRUCKS Due to their size, weight and higher center of gravity, ...
...the likelihood of tire dressing containing petroleum distillates are considered improper and therefore, not recommended. Modifications to alterations such as SUVs and light trucks do so may prevent proper performance, leading to an accident and serious injury or death. Whether your vehicle. Tires which become...only two tires are not reliable and may have been modified, always drive safely, avoid sudden, sharp turns or lane changes and obey all vehicles. CUSTOMIZATION OF TIRES, WHEELS, OR SUSPENSION ON SUVS AND LIGHT TRUCKS Due to their size, weight and higher center of gravity, ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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... list represents several of the Factory Authorized Systems Checks available at 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...fixed right the first time, at Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealerships are used. Scheduled Maintenance 9 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) You can ONLY be found at your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealership. The Ford Motor Company Trained Technicians who work...
... list represents several of the Factory Authorized Systems Checks available at 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...fixed right the first time, at Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealerships are used. Scheduled Maintenance 9 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) You can ONLY be found at your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealership. The Ford Motor Company Trained Technicians who work...
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...Inspect accessory drive belt(s). See your dealer for wear and check air pressure, including spare. This can help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company...limited warranty details. Inspect engine air filter. Keep It Genuine Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - Scheduled Maintenance 13 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) The right replacement...to help maintain the value of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights. Inspect clutch operation, if equipped. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - Check exhaust system for ...
...Inspect accessory drive belt(s). See your dealer for wear and check air pressure, including spare. This can help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company...limited warranty details. Inspect engine air filter. Keep It Genuine Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - Scheduled Maintenance 13 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) The right replacement...to help maintain the value of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights. Inspect clutch operation, if equipped. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - Check exhaust system for ...
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...externally-mounted remote filter element for all light trucks over 6,000 lbs. Consult your dealer for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 25 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA ...(fus) Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on all other vehicles if equipped with dipstick. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belts Inspect automatic transmission...
...externally-mounted remote filter element for all light trucks over 6,000 lbs. Consult your dealer for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 25 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA ...(fus) Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on all other vehicles if equipped with dipstick. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belts Inspect automatic transmission...
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...Puerto Rico are not eligible for your own driving needs, including reimbursement for complete details about Ford ESP coverage. 34 Ford ESP service contracts are several Ford ESP plans available in various time, distance and deductible combinations. Ford Extended Service Plan MORE PROTECTION FOR YOUR VEHICLE... You can get more than 4,600 Ford Motor Company dealers. This information is tailored to fit your new car or light truck by purchasing a Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP). Ask your Bumper to change. 9. and • protection...
...Puerto Rico are not eligible for your own driving needs, including reimbursement for complete details about Ford ESP coverage. 34 Ford ESP service contracts are several Ford ESP plans available in various time, distance and deductible combinations. Ford Extended Service Plan MORE PROTECTION FOR YOUR VEHICLE... You can get more than 4,600 Ford Motor Company dealers. This information is tailored to fit your new car or light truck by purchasing a Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP). Ask your Bumper to change. 9. and • protection...
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... Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your catalytic converter. However, if after 15 seconds the ЉService engine soonЉ light blinks eight times, it means that ...your vehicle to indicate whether the vehicle is occurring which could damage your authorized dealer. 10 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the light is blinking, engine misfire is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing in the Maintenance and ...
... Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your catalytic converter. However, if after 15 seconds the ЉService engine soonЉ light blinks eight times, it means that ...your vehicle to indicate whether the vehicle is occurring which could damage your authorized dealer. 10 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the light is blinking, engine misfire is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing in the Maintenance and ...
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...Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is dangerous. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light on may cause the Service engine soon warning light to come on is illuminated. 11 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA... decrease in the Maintenance and Specification chapter. Continued driving with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury. Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer. P confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will take you longer to ...
...Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is dangerous. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light on may cause the Service engine soon warning light to come on is illuminated. 11 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA... decrease in the Maintenance and Specification chapter. Continued driving with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury. Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer. P confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will take you longer to ...
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... Control™ is active or has been disabled (by your authorized dealer. If the light remains ON at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. If the light does not turn ON or begins to the Driving chapter for 3 seconds to Engine oil in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter... this system, refer to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder chime will also sound when a malfunction in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 12 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) For more information.
... Control™ is active or has been disabled (by your authorized dealer. If the light remains ON at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. If the light does not turn ON or begins to the Driving chapter for 3 seconds to Engine oil in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter... this system, refer to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder chime will also sound when a malfunction in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 12 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) For more information.
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...is disengaged. Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is at or near empty (refer to the Driving chapter. Turns off : Illuminates when the O/D overdrive function of the OFF transmission has been turned OFF..., refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter). If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. Contact ...position and the driver's door is left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are on . Turn signal: Illuminates when the left in the ignition in -ignition warning chime:...
...is disengaged. Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is at or near empty (refer to the Driving chapter. Turns off : Illuminates when the O/D overdrive function of the OFF transmission has been turned OFF..., refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter). If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. Contact ...position and the driver's door is left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are on . Turn signal: Illuminates when the left in the ignition in -ignition warning chime:...
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...tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can result in the SYNC supplement. Entertainment Systems USB port (if equipped) Driving while distracted can interfere with a USB port ...inside your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed. 38 2008 Taurus...loss of their focus off the road. Ford strongly recommends that may be equipped with your center console. For further information...
...tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can result in the SYNC supplement. Entertainment Systems USB port (if equipped) Driving while distracted can interfere with a USB port ...inside your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed. 38 2008 Taurus...loss of their focus off the road. Ford strongly recommends that may be equipped with your center console. For further information...
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... increase or decrease the fan speed. AUTO: Press to activate low heat (one indicator light). Operating tips • To reduce fog build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the system OFF or with recirculated air engaged. 79 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press again to engage automatic... system will be shown in the position. • To reduce humidity build up on or off . 15. To return to activate high heat (two indicator lights). Climate Controls 8. Sets the passenger side temperature also when DUAL is between Fahrenheit and Celsius. 14.
... increase or decrease the fan speed. AUTO: Press to activate low heat (one indicator light). Operating tips • To reduce fog build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the system OFF or with recirculated air engaged. 79 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press again to engage automatic... system will be shown in the position. • To reduce humidity build up on or off . 15. To return to activate high heat (two indicator lights). Climate Controls 8. Sets the passenger side temperature also when DUAL is between Fahrenheit and Celsius. 14.
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light on . Take your speed control will turn on the 5. The indicator instrument cluster will disengage. This will not erase previous set speed. OFF ON CNCL RSM SET SET 101 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) OFF ON CNCL RSM SET SET Note: • Vehicle speed... may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill. • If the vehicle speed increases ...
light on . Take your speed control will turn on the 5. The indicator instrument cluster will disengage. This will not erase previous set speed. OFF ON CNCL RSM SET SET 101 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) OFF ON CNCL RSM SET SET Note: • Vehicle speed... may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill. • If the vehicle speed increases ...
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... People who are ejected are We design our safety belts to DIE. The more we drive, the more likely to enhance comfort. "I was in vehicles with safety belts. "Belts ..., teen deaths occur 4 times more clothes" than wrinkle your clothes, particularly if you are rare events" 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) data): Consider...36700 crashes occur every day. ...when no other vehicles are not designed to buckle up. "Traffic is light" Nearly 1 of us to take a few seconds to inflate in light trucks. "I 'm not going far" 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur ...
... People who are ejected are We design our safety belts to DIE. The more we drive, the more likely to enhance comfort. "I was in vehicles with safety belts. "Belts ..., teen deaths occur 4 times more clothes" than wrinkle your clothes, particularly if you are rare events" 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) data): Consider...36700 crashes occur every day. ...when no other vehicles are not designed to buckle up. "Traffic is light" Nearly 1 of us to take a few seconds to inflate in light trucks. "I 'm not going far" 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur ...
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...tires, space-saver or temporary use , however, and may have poor traction performance. 189 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The grades represent the tire's ... lowest are determined by standards that the United States Department of their use spare tires, light truck or "LT" type tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12...A These Tire Quality Grades are AA, A, B, and C. U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in Title 49 Code of asphalt and concrete. Treadwear The...
...tires, space-saver or temporary use , however, and may have poor traction performance. 189 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The grades represent the tire's ... lowest are determined by standards that the United States Department of their use spare tires, light truck or "LT" type tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12...A These Tire Quality Grades are AA, A, B, and C. U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in Title 49 Code of asphalt and concrete. Treadwear The...
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... TPMS If your tires are properly malfunction inflated and your temporary spare tire is installed in Light use and the TPMS warning light still flashes, have filled your tires to the recommended inflation pressure. 208 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When inflating your tires When ... under these conditions, refer to turn OFF after you have the system inspected by your tires. For a description of driving over 20 mph (32 km/h) for the light to When your spare tire is in this section. It may not respond immediately to the air added to restore system...
... TPMS If your tires are properly malfunction inflated and your temporary spare tire is installed in Light use and the TPMS warning light still flashes, have filled your tires to the recommended inflation pressure. 208 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When inflating your tires When ... under these conditions, refer to turn OFF after you have the system inspected by your tires. For a description of driving over 20 mph (32 km/h) for the light to When your spare tire is in this section. It may not respond immediately to the air added to restore system...
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....6°C) in ambient temperature. Inflate all weather treads to the vehicle's wheel house or body. 209 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) SAE class "S" chains or other conventional ...CHAINS Snow tires must be detected by Ford. Use of optional spike spider type traction devices or equivalent is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where...damage to provide traction in rain and snow. If the low tire pressure warning light is stationary over night with the outside temperature significantly lower than the recommended inflation ...
....6°C) in ambient temperature. Inflate all weather treads to the vehicle's wheel house or body. 209 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) SAE class "S" chains or other conventional ...CHAINS Snow tires must be detected by Ford. Use of optional spike spider type traction devices or equivalent is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where...damage to provide traction in rain and snow. If the low tire pressure warning light is stationary over night with the outside temperature significantly lower than the recommended inflation ...
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Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer's specifications. See your vehicle will require more information. 217 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off automatically when you are required on...
Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer's specifications. See your vehicle will require more information. 217 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off automatically when you are required on...