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Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft, ball joints and U-joints Inspect engine ...) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 16 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Lubricate ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with zerk fittings) Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle...
Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft, ball joints and U-joints Inspect engine ...) Inspect wheels for end play and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 16 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Lubricate ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with zerk fittings) Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle...
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... wheels for wear and measure tread depth (vehicles with dipstick. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Lubricate ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with zerk fittings) Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle U-joints Perform multi-point... Maintenance Consult your dealer for all vehicles equipped with the TorqShift transmission. Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on all TorqShift transmissions (...
... wheels for wear and measure tread depth (vehicles with dipstick. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Lubricate ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with zerk fittings) Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle U-joints Perform multi-point... Maintenance Consult your dealer for all vehicles equipped with the TorqShift transmission. Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on all TorqShift transmissions (...
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...and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 23 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belts Lubricate ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with zerk fittings...only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for particular requirements. Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace spark plugs Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped,...
...and noise DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 23 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belts Lubricate ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with zerk fittings...only rotate if unusual wear is noted) Inspect wheels for particular requirements. Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace spark plugs Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped,...
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...miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace PCV valve on all TorqShift transmissions... (if equipped). Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belts Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood dipstick) Lubricate... RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 25 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
...miles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Replace PCV valve on all TorqShift transmissions... (if equipped). Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belts Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with an underhood dipstick) Lubricate... RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 25 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
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...brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect PCV valve for flow (3V engines) Lubricate ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with zerk fittings...Premium Gold Coolant Change Record on page 48) Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and filter ... VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 28 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
...brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect PCV valve for flow (3V engines) Lubricate ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with zerk fittings...Premium Gold Coolant Change Record on page 48) Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid and filter ... VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 28 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
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...Change engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter (except Focus with an underhood dipstick). Inspect half shaft boots ...(if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with PZEV engine) Replace fuel filter (except Edge, Fusion, Milan, MKX, MKZ, Sable, Taurus and Taurus X) Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, ...: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs Scheduled Maintenance 31 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
...Change engine oil and replace oil filter Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter (except Focus with an underhood dipstick). Inspect half shaft boots ...(if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with PZEV engine) Replace fuel filter (except Edge, Fusion, Milan, MKX, MKZ, Sable, Taurus and Taurus X) Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, ...: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & CUVs Scheduled Maintenance 31 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
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... CODE: MILEAGE: 34 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with 4F27E transaxle MKX, MKZ, Sable, Taurus and Taurus X) Inspect steering linkage, suspension and...miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Change automatic transmission fluid on vehicles ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace engine air filter (except Focus with PZEV...
... CODE: MILEAGE: 34 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with 4F27E transaxle MKX, MKZ, Sable, Taurus and Taurus X) Inspect steering linkage, suspension and...miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Change automatic transmission fluid on vehicles ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace engine air filter (except Focus with PZEV...
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... half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belt(s) Inspect transmission fluid level (if ...; Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake equipped, driveshaft and U-joints MKX, MKZ, Sable, Taurus and Taurus X) DEALER VALIDATION: PZEV engine) lines and hoses and parking brake system. Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)...for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 36 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change ...
... half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belt(s) Inspect transmission fluid level (if ...; Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake equipped, driveshaft and U-joints MKX, MKZ, Sable, Taurus and Taurus X) DEALER VALIDATION: PZEV engine) lines and hoses and parking brake system. Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)...for end play and noise RO#: DATE: DEALER VALIDATION: tread depth P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 36 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & CUVS 90,000 miles ❑ Change ...
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... engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Change automatic transmission fluid on vehicles ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace engine air filter (except Focus with ❑ Replace cabin air filter (...shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belt(s) Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with 4F27E transaxle MKX, MKZ, Sable, Taurus and Taurus X) Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped...DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 38 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
... engine oil and replace oil filter ❑ Change automatic transmission fluid on vehicles ❑ Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) ❑ Replace engine air filter (except Focus with ❑ Replace cabin air filter (...shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belt(s) Inspect transmission fluid level (if equipped with 4F27E transaxle MKX, MKZ, Sable, Taurus and Taurus X) Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped...DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 38 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus)
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...Replace automatic transmission fluid filter (except 6F50, AWF-21 and FNR5 transaxles) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter (except Focus with PZEV engine) Replace cabin ... (if equipped) Replace fuel filter (except Edge, Fusion, Milan, MKX, MKZ, Sable, Taurus and Taurus X) Replace drive belt(s) if not replaced in the last 100,000 miles Inspect steering linkage,...and parking brake system. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and ...
...Replace automatic transmission fluid filter (except 6F50, AWF-21 and FNR5 transaxles) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter (except Focus with PZEV engine) Replace cabin ... (if equipped) Replace fuel filter (except Edge, Fusion, Milan, MKX, MKZ, Sable, Taurus and Taurus X) Replace drive belt(s) if not replaced in the last 100,000 miles Inspect steering linkage,...and parking brake system. Inspect half shaft boots (if equipped) Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and ...
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In the and modes: • Move the temperature control selector to full heat. Set the temperature control to the coldest setting. • Select A/C ... humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the airflow selector in a collision or sudden stop. 75 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Operating tips • To reduce fog build up on ...volume of air circulated in cold weather: 1. Select 2. 3. 4. 5. . Set the fan speed to the back seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the instrument panel as...
In the and modes: • Move the temperature control selector to full heat. Set the temperature control to the coldest setting. • Select A/C ... humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the airflow selector in a collision or sudden stop. 75 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Operating tips • To reduce fog build up on ...volume of air circulated in cold weather: 1. Select 2. 3. 4. 5. . Set the fan speed to the back seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the instrument panel as...
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...information. 4. DUAL (Dual temperature control): Press to deactivate the passenger heated seat. 6. To exit select another mode. 2. Passenger heated seat control: Press once to activate high heat setting (2 indicator lights), press again to activate low heat setting (1 indicator light), and press again to engage/disengage separate passenger...any other airflow selection except defrost. and demister vents. Can be engaged manually in AUTO, defrost and floor/defrost. 78 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) R Rear defroster: Press to cool down the interior of time ...
...information. 4. DUAL (Dual temperature control): Press to deactivate the passenger heated seat. 6. To exit select another mode. 2. Passenger heated seat control: Press once to activate high heat setting (2 indicator lights), press again to activate low heat setting (1 indicator light), and press again to engage/disengage separate passenger...any other airflow selection except defrost. and demister vents. Can be engaged manually in AUTO, defrost and floor/defrost. 78 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) R Rear defroster: Press to cool down the interior of time ...
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...; 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) Note: You may notice a small amount of the cabin. Press once to activate...AUTO. 12. Driver temperature control: Press to switch temperature display between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C). 16. Driver heated seat control: Press to engage automatic temperature control. Press again to display cabin temperature settings. 13. °F/°C (Temperature conversions): Press to increase/decrease ...
...; 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) Note: You may notice a small amount of the cabin. Press once to activate...AUTO. 12. Driver temperature control: Press to switch temperature display between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C). 16. Driver heated seat control: Press to engage automatic temperature control. Press again to display cabin temperature settings. 13. °F/°C (Temperature conversions): Press to increase/decrease ...
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... Adjust the temperature control to the highest speed. 5. The ignition must be covered by your warranty. 80 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Set the fan to the highest speed initially, ... clear the rear window of the instrument panel as these objects may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will interfere with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after 10 minutes ... turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. Climate Controls • Do not put objects under the front seats that will not be in the 3 (RUN) position to operate the rear window defroster. In extremely...
... Adjust the temperature control to the highest speed. 5. The ignition must be covered by your warranty. 80 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Set the fan to the highest speed initially, ... clear the rear window of the instrument panel as these objects may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will interfere with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after 10 minutes ... turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. Climate Controls • Do not put objects under the front seats that will not be in the 3 (RUN) position to operate the rear window defroster. In extremely...
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A third rear auxiliary power point is heating, this will be released from its heating position when it is located on the rear of the ...battery chargers, video game adapters, computers and other devices plugged in the proximity of the window openings. 95 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The lighter will damage the lighter element and ...Controls To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is accessible from the rear seat. The power point is required to avoid unintentional discharge of obstructions and ensure that children and/or ...
A third rear auxiliary power point is heating, this will be released from its heating position when it is located on the rear of the ...battery chargers, video game adapters, computers and other devices plugged in the proximity of the window openings. 95 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The lighter will damage the lighter element and ...Controls To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is accessible from the rear seat. The power point is required to avoid unintentional discharge of obstructions and ensure that children and/or ...
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... of time. For low heat, one light will illuminate when activated. To operate the heated seats: • Push the control located on the control will be lit. 146 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The seat heater may cause the seat heater to recline the seatback... forward or rearward. Allow the seat to overheat. Do not...
... of time. For low heat, one light will illuminate when activated. To operate the heated seats: • Push the control located on the control will be lit. 146 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The seat heater may cause the seat heater to recline the seatback... forward or rearward. Allow the seat to overheat. Do not...
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... off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 221 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not start your vehicle in dry grass or other enclosed areas. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in order to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Do not drive if you start a fire... A computer system controls the engine's idle revolutions per minute (RPM). If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have the vehicle checked. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can be toxic.
... off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 221 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not start your vehicle in dry grass or other enclosed areas. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in order to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Do not drive if you start a fire... A computer system controls the engine's idle revolutions per minute (RPM). If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have the vehicle checked. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can be toxic.
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... 10A 10A 5A 10A Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Low beam headlamps (right) Interior lights, Cargo lamps Backlighting, Puddle lamps All wheel drive Memory seat/mirror switches, Memory module FEPS module Analog clock Climate control Spare All power lock motor feeds, Decklid release Spare Moon roof OBDII connector Fog lamps... panel cluster Overdrive cancel switch Compass, Automatic dimming rear view mirror Restraint control module Spare AWD module Steering rotation sensor, FEPS, Rear park assist, Heated seat modules 248 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... 10A 10A 5A 10A Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Low beam headlamps (right) Interior lights, Cargo lamps Backlighting, Puddle lamps All wheel drive Memory seat/mirror switches, Memory module FEPS module Analog clock Climate control Spare All power lock motor feeds, Decklid release Spare Moon roof OBDII connector Fog lamps... panel cluster Overdrive cancel switch Compass, Automatic dimming rear view mirror Restraint control module Spare AWD module Steering rotation sensor, FEPS, Rear park assist, Heated seat modules 248 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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...console) Alternator Not used Not used Rear defroster Power seat motors (passenger) Heated seat module PCM Keep alive power, Canister vent A/C clutch relay Spare Backup relay Fuel relay (Fuel pump driver module, Fuel pump) Not used Spare Not used Spare Driver seat motors, Memory module Ignition switch (to SJB) Not... used Front A/C blower motor One-touch start Fuel pump IVD, Yaw rate sensor Fuel diode, PCM Not used A/C clutch Fuel pump Backup Not used 251 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)...
...console) Alternator Not used Not used Rear defroster Power seat motors (passenger) Heated seat module PCM Keep alive power, Canister vent A/C clutch relay Spare Backup relay Fuel relay (Fuel pump driver module, Fuel pump) Not used Spare Not used Spare Driver seat motors, Memory module Ignition switch (to SJB) Not... used Front A/C blower motor One-touch start Fuel pump IVD, Yaw rate sensor Fuel diode, PCM Not used A/C clutch Fuel pump Backup Not used 251 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)...
Quick Reference Guide 2nd Printing
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...and demister vents. Press twice within 3 seconds to tilt the mirror. Replacements are displayed. DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL WITH HEATED SEATS DRIVER AND PASSENGER TEMPERATURE (IF EQUIPPED) PREMIUM / AUDIOPHILE IN-DASH 6-CD / MP3 SOUND SYSTEM ON / OFF / ...only through all doors when your vehicle is in motion and meets a set two positions for a long load. 1 3 4 2 3 2008 FORD TAURUS 2008 FORD TAURUS 1 2 4 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SEATING 10 6 9 8 7 6 5 5 6 8 7 9 11 10 12 13 14 15 16 POWER MIRRORS This Quick Reference Guide...
...and demister vents. Press twice within 3 seconds to tilt the mirror. Replacements are displayed. DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL WITH HEATED SEATS DRIVER AND PASSENGER TEMPERATURE (IF EQUIPPED) PREMIUM / AUDIOPHILE IN-DASH 6-CD / MP3 SOUND SYSTEM ON / OFF / ...only through all doors when your vehicle is in motion and meets a set two positions for a long load. 1 3 4 2 3 2008 FORD TAURUS 2008 FORD TAURUS 1 2 4 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SEATING 10 6 9 8 7 6 5 5 6 8 7 9 11 10 12 13 14 15 16 POWER MIRRORS This Quick Reference Guide...