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... 38 41 44 73 73 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Automatic temperature control Rear window defroster 74 74 76 80 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement 81 81 85 86 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Moon roof Message center 91...
... 38 41 44 73 73 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Automatic temperature control Rear window defroster 74 74 76 80 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement 81 81 85 86 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Moon roof Message center 91...
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...Europe to equalize pressure. Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are vented to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized "D.O.T." BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamp Condensation The headlamps are specified in the chart below. The ...2 2 2 2 2 2 1 Trade number 9005 H11 3457A or 3457AK (amber) 194A (amber) 194A 3157K 921 168 921 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When moist air enters the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is normal and will provide quality bulb burn time.
...Europe to equalize pressure. Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are vented to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized "D.O.T." BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamp Condensation The headlamps are specified in the chart below. The ...2 2 2 2 2 2 1 Trade number 9005 H11 3457A or 3457AK (amber) 194A (amber) 194A 3157K 921 168 921 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When moist air enters the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is normal and will provide quality bulb burn time.
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... open the hood. 2. Make sure headlamp switch is in color except where noted. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. Install the new bulb(s) in behind the headlamp assembly to break the next time the headlamps are clear in the OFF position, then open the hood. 87 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post...
... open the hood. 2. Make sure headlamp switch is in color except where noted. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. Install the new bulb(s) in behind the headlamp assembly to break the next time the headlamps are clear in the OFF position, then open the hood. 87 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post...
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Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of the bulb socket. The oil from the lamp assembly by pulling rearward. 4. Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal lamp electrical connector and remove it by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out. 5. ... could cause the bulb to access the bulb sockets and connectors. 3. Locate the parking/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in reverse order. 88 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Remove the bulb socket by pulling it straight out of children's reach...
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of the bulb socket. The oil from the lamp assembly by pulling rearward. 4. Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal lamp electrical connector and remove it by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out. 5. ... could cause the bulb to access the bulb sockets and connectors. 3. Locate the parking/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in reverse order. 88 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Remove the bulb socket by pulling it straight out of children's reach...
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... (if equipped) and carefully pull the carpet away to replace either bulb. • (1) Backup lamp • (2) Brake/tail/turn /backup and side marker lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly. Install new bulb(s) in reverse order. 89 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus...it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the lamp assembly. 4. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and open the trunk. 2. Pull the bulb straight from the vehicle. 4. Lights Replacing rear brake/tail/turn/backup and side marker lamp bulbs The brake/tail/turn lamp ...
... (if equipped) and carefully pull the carpet away to replace either bulb. • (1) Backup lamp • (2) Brake/tail/turn /backup and side marker lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly. Install new bulb(s) in reverse order. 89 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus...it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the lamp assembly. 4. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and open the trunk. 2. Pull the bulb straight from the vehicle. 4. Lights Replacing rear brake/tail/turn/backup and side marker lamp bulbs The brake/tail/turn lamp ...
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Remove the two screws from the socket. Replacing fog lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the fog lamp switch is in the OFF position. 2. Carefully pull the bulb out from the license plate lamp assembly. 3. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. 2. Remove bulb ...socket by turning counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector. Install new bulb(s) in reverse order. 90 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Lights Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Install...
Remove the two screws from the socket. Replacing fog lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the fog lamp switch is in the OFF position. 2. Carefully pull the bulb out from the license plate lamp assembly. 3. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. 2. Remove bulb ...socket by turning counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector. Install new bulb(s) in reverse order. 90 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Lights Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Install...
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Be sure to replace wiper blades when they may cause squeaking or chatter noise from automated car wash ... function properly. • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to the rear window defroster's heated grid lines. 278 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) To clean these items, follow these contaminants may cause scratches. •... • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42). • For plastic headlamp lenses, use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove the ...
Be sure to replace wiper blades when they may cause squeaking or chatter noise from automated car wash ... function properly. • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to the rear window defroster's heated grid lines. 278 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) To clean these items, follow these contaminants may cause scratches. •... • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42). • For plastic headlamp lenses, use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove the ...
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... (see Fuel economy) ...301 Gauges ...14 H Hazard flashers ...245 322 Head restraints ...141, 147-148 Headlamps ...81 aiming ...84 autolamp system ...81 bulb specifications ...86 daytime running lights ...83 flash to pass ...83 high beam ...82 replacing bulbs ...87 turning on and off ...81 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...74, 76... cleaning ...279 cluster ...10 lighting up panel and interior ...83 J Jack ...252 positioning ...252 storage ...252 Jump-starting your vehicle ...260 K Keyless entry system ...134 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... (see Fuel economy) ...301 Gauges ...14 H Hazard flashers ...245 322 Head restraints ...141, 147-148 Headlamps ...81 aiming ...84 autolamp system ...81 bulb specifications ...86 daytime running lights ...83 flash to pass ...83 high beam ...82 replacing bulbs ...87 turning on and off ...81 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...74, 76... cleaning ...279 cluster ...10 lighting up panel and interior ...83 J Jack ...252 positioning ...252 storage ...252 Jump-starting your vehicle ...260 K Keyless entry system ...134 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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... Keys ...121, 137 positions of 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, dimming ...83 interior lamps ...85, 87 replacing bulbs ...87, 90 Liftgate ...130 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (...point ...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-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... Keys ...121, 137 positions of 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, dimming ...83 interior lamps ...85, 87 replacing bulbs ...87, 90 Liftgate ...130 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (...point ...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-2002-fmt) USA (fus)