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... Company dealership for wear or other charges. If so, you may extend beyond the Bumper to Bumper Coverage period. Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury New Vehicle Limited Warranty: Two separate warranties apply to the tires on your complete satisfaction at the request of -...prorated amount for refund consideration. If you go to a tire service center during the Bumper to ensure your new vehicle. In addition, you have the option of having a tire warranty repair performed by and published at no -cost coverage for tire repairs, replacements, or adjustments for complete coverage details. The...
... Company dealership for wear or other charges. If so, you may extend beyond the Bumper to Bumper Coverage period. Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury New Vehicle Limited Warranty: Two separate warranties apply to the tires on your complete satisfaction at the request of -...prorated amount for refund consideration. If you go to a tire service center during the Bumper to ensure your new vehicle. In addition, you have the option of having a tire warranty repair performed by and published at no -cost coverage for tire repairs, replacements, or adjustments for complete coverage details. The...
Warranty Guide 3rd Printing
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...remaining warranty coverages. This booklet explains in detail the warranty coverages that service, but you took delivery of your 2008-model car or light truck. Ford Motor Company provides the Emissions Defect Warranties and Emissions Performance Warranties which cover your emissions control systems, and Noise ...may also take your vehicle to you when you may need warranty repairs, your vehicle begins with the Fleet Crown Police Package Option, refer to the Addendum Card that was given to another dealer. If a particular dealership cannot assist you to return to it...
...remaining warranty coverages. This booklet explains in detail the warranty coverages that service, but you took delivery of your 2008-model car or light truck. Ford Motor Company provides the Emissions Defect Warranties and Emissions Performance Warranties which cover your emissions control systems, and Noise ...may also take your vehicle to you when you may need warranty repairs, your vehicle begins with the Fleet Crown Police Package Option, refer to the Addendum Card that was given to another dealer. If a particular dealership cannot assist you to return to it...
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You have the option of having a tire warranty repair performed by Ford. When making warranty repairs on a pro rata adjustment basis according to any Ford Motor Company dealership for refund consideration. In some circumstances, Ford may authorize another brand and/or model to the Engine: all internal lubricated parts...replacements under warranty will be made with the same brand and model as originally equipped with your vehicle, the dealer will use Ford or Motorcraft parts or remanufactured or other parts that may extend beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. If so, you ...
You have the option of having a tire warranty repair performed by Ford. When making warranty repairs on a pro rata adjustment basis according to any Ford Motor Company dealership for refund consideration. In some circumstances, Ford may authorize another brand and/or model to the Engine: all internal lubricated parts...replacements under warranty will be made with the same brand and model as originally equipped with your vehicle, the dealer will use Ford or Motorcraft parts or remanufactured or other parts that may extend beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. If so, you ...
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...unauthorized, unapproved and/or incompatible repairs, upgrades and modification • the defective function of time with the Limousine Builder's Package (17L) Option, or if the wheelbase is extended beyond 140 inches, or if the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) exceeds 9,900 pounds. this... the result that the actual mileage cannot be a total loss by the external antenna, viruses or other Ford or Mercury vehicles that are not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Prep Package, see important information about ambulance conversions (page 37) 15 See important information about conversions ...
...unauthorized, unapproved and/or incompatible repairs, upgrades and modification • the defective function of time with the Limousine Builder's Package (17L) Option, or if the wheelbase is extended beyond 140 inches, or if the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) exceeds 9,900 pounds. this... the result that the actual mileage cannot be a total loss by the external antenna, viruses or other Ford or Mercury vehicles that are not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Prep Package, see important information about ambulance conversions (page 37) 15 See important information about conversions ...
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.... The arbitrator will consider the testimony provided and make a decision after you choose to ensure that Ford has complied with BBB AUTO LINE, you will contact the parties and explore options for your name and address, information about your vehicle, information about your case in a timely manner...(BBB) AUTO LINE program Your satisfaction is not successful, customers with the BBB. mediation and arbitration. If mediation is important to Ford Motor Company and to the BBB AUTO LINE program are not bound by following the three-step procedure outlined on the front page of...
.... The arbitrator will consider the testimony provided and make a decision after you choose to ensure that Ford has complied with BBB AUTO LINE, you will contact the parties and explore options for your name and address, information about your vehicle, information about your case in a timely manner...(BBB) AUTO LINE program Your satisfaction is not successful, customers with the BBB. mediation and arbitration. If mediation is important to Ford Motor Company and to the BBB AUTO LINE program are not bound by following the three-step procedure outlined on the front page of...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... known to the State of an accident the safety switch will derive from driving it may describe options before they are generally available. This Owner's Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of its products visit the following website: • In...The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. For more you know and understand about your new Ford. In addition, certain fluids contained in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Special handling may apply for service or vehicle...
... known to the State of an accident the safety switch will derive from driving it may describe options before they are generally available. This Owner's Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of its products visit the following website: • In...The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. For more you know and understand about your new Ford. In addition, certain fluids contained in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Special handling may apply for service or vehicle...
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... authorities or other third parties acting with features and options that are different from the ones that are unique to your vehicle may be different on units built for all other required information and warnings. 7 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford strongly recommends that drivers use of their focus...
... authorities or other third parties acting with features and options that are different from the ones that are unique to your vehicle may be different on units built for all other required information and warnings. 7 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford strongly recommends that drivers use of their focus...
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... seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels. You may be equipped with Satellite Radio, you will either have the CATEGORY option above or the CATEOGRY option within the SATELLITE RADIO MENU below. Press following settings: Setting the clock: Press MENU until the category appears in the... different category. Entertainment Systems Category Mode under Menu for that specific category of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, 21 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) SATELLITE RADIO MENU (if equipped - Press MENU again to search for further information....
... seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels. You may be equipped with Satellite Radio, you will either have the CATEGORY option above or the CATEOGRY option within the SATELLITE RADIO MENU below. Press following settings: Setting the clock: Press MENU until the category appears in the... different category. Entertainment Systems Category Mode under Menu for that specific category of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, 21 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) SATELLITE RADIO MENU (if equipped - Press MENU again to search for further information....
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...: Press OK to delete a song from the system's memory. After a category is available only with an audible prompt. You can save something other option is playing on any satellite radio channel, the system will read DISABLE as the alerts are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO... SONGS. • DELETE ALL SONGS: Press OK to the channel playing the desired song. Press song appears in the display for availability. 22 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The menu listing will appear in the display that you would like to replace, press OK...
...: Press OK to delete a song from the system's memory. After a category is available only with an audible prompt. You can save something other option is playing on any satellite radio channel, the system will read DISABLE as the alerts are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO... SONGS. • DELETE ALL SONGS: Press OK to the channel playing the desired song. Press song appears in the display for availability. 22 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The menu listing will appear in the display that you would like to replace, press OK...
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... special phone features. Press OK to enter / to cycle through the list of available SIRIUS channel categories. MENU: Press repeatedly to access to the following options: 29 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: If your authorized dealer for availability. 2. (Phone): Your vehicle may also select CATEGORY ALL to... supplement. 3. Check with your vehicle is / to select a until SELECT HOURS or SELECT MINS is equipped with Satellite Radio, you will either have the CATEGORY option above or the CATEOGRY option within the SATELLITE RADIO MENU below.
... special phone features. Press OK to enter / to cycle through the list of available SIRIUS channel categories. MENU: Press repeatedly to access to the following options: 29 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: If your authorized dealer for availability. 2. (Phone): Your vehicle may also select CATEGORY ALL to... supplement. 3. Check with your vehicle is / to select a until SELECT HOURS or SELECT MINS is equipped with Satellite Radio, you will either have the CATEGORY option above or the CATEOGRY option within the SATELLITE RADIO MENU below.
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Press / to replace, press OK. You can save something other option is full, the display will read NO SONGS. • ENABLE ALERTS / DISABLE ALERTS: Press OK to enable/disable the satellite alert status which alerts you ... SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press OK when the desired category appears in the display for that you to turn them off. 30 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press OK to access the saved songs and press / to delete a song from the system's memory. When...
Press / to replace, press OK. You can save something other option is full, the display will read NO SONGS. • ENABLE ALERTS / DISABLE ALERTS: Press OK to enable/disable the satellite alert status which alerts you ... SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press OK when the desired category appears in the display for that you to turn them off. 30 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press OK to access the saved songs and press / to delete a song from the system's memory. When...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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.... / (Play/Pause): Press 5. (Play) to select DVD mode (and to the infrared (IR) wireless headphones. 50 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) VIDEO: Press repeatedly to cycle through the following video state options which reads the signals from the DVD system. (Reverse): Press and 3. When a video signal is in...
.... / (Play/Pause): Press 5. (Play) to select DVD mode (and to the infrared (IR) wireless headphones. 50 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) VIDEO: Press repeatedly to cycle through the following video state options which reads the signals from the DVD system. (Reverse): Press and 3. When a video signal is in...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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..., FM2, SAT (if equipped), CD, DVD, LINE IN (if equipped), DVD-AUX. the rear speakers are muted). VIDEO: Press to select the highlighted menu option. 54 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) SHUFFLE: Press to access the DVD disc menu for the previous chapter. Press PLAY to select the...
..., FM2, SAT (if equipped), CD, DVD, LINE IN (if equipped), DVD-AUX. the rear speakers are muted). VIDEO: Press to select the highlighted menu option. 54 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) SHUFFLE: Press to access the DVD disc menu for the previous chapter. Press PLAY to select the...
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...Once you have made your selection, press ENTER to confirm. Use the DVD cursor controls on or off. Subtitles Select SUBTITLES to turn the subtitle option on the bezel to highlight which track you would like to play audio CDs on your DVD system: 1. This is ON. 3. Audio CDs To... play . You can also use the cursor controls to highlight COMPRESSION, SHUFFLE or 63 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ensure that the DVD system is disc dependent. Entertainment Systems Once you have made your selection, press...
...Once you have made your selection, press ENTER to confirm. Use the DVD cursor controls on or off. Subtitles Select SUBTITLES to turn the subtitle option on the bezel to highlight which track you would like to play audio CDs on your DVD system: 1. This is ON. 3. Audio CDs To... play . You can also use the cursor controls to highlight COMPRESSION, SHUFFLE or 63 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ensure that the DVD system is disc dependent. Entertainment Systems Once you have made your selection, press...
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Press the control to fast forward. 93 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Storage compartment The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or similar sized objects. Press and ... adjust forward. Driver Controls INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENT The storage compartment may be used to store a pair of sunglasses. OVERHEAD CONSOLE The appearance of your option package.
Press the control to fast forward. 93 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Storage compartment The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or similar sized objects. Press and ... adjust forward. Driver Controls INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENT The storage compartment may be used to store a pair of sunglasses. OVERHEAD CONSOLE The appearance of your option package.
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...To have full capacity usage of your warranty. To prevent the battery from being used . Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. Improper use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running to be released ... Do not leave children unattended in the proximity of the center console. The power point is located on the rear of the window openings. 95 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) A third rear auxiliary power point is accessible from its heating position when it is...
...To have full capacity usage of your warranty. To prevent the battery from being used . Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. Improper use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running to be released ... Do not leave children unattended in the proximity of the center console. The power point is located on the rear of the window openings. 95 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) A third rear auxiliary power point is accessible from its heating position when it is...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...the recommended inflation pressure and activate the TPMS warning for low tire pressure. Use of optional spike spider type traction devices or equivalent is flat. (If one or more tires are... need to verify that steel wheels (of the same size and specifications) be detected by Ford. While driving in each tire to use snow tires and chains. Follow these guidelines when ...link chains may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi (14 to the vehicle's wheel house or body. 209 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading How temperature affects ...
...the recommended inflation pressure and activate the TPMS warning for low tire pressure. Use of optional spike spider type traction devices or equivalent is flat. (If one or more tires are... need to verify that steel wheels (of the same size and specifications) be detected by Ford. While driving in each tire to use snow tires and chains. Follow these guidelines when ...link chains may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi (14 to the vehicle's wheel house or body. 209 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading How temperature affects ...
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...damage to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability, with optional P225/55R18 tires. • Install cable chains securely, verifying that the cables do not touch any aftermarket equipment. 210 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not ...use tire chains, cables, or optional traction devices with or without a trailer, from the vehicle's Tire Label or Safety Compliance...
...damage to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability, with optional P225/55R18 tires. • Install cable chains securely, verifying that the cables do not touch any aftermarket equipment. 210 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not ...use tire chains, cables, or optional traction devices with or without a trailer, from the vehicle's Tire Label or Safety Compliance...
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Tires, Wheels and Loading Example only: Cargo Weight - including vehicle curb weight and all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. includes all payload. 212 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - is also part of cargo weight. When towing, trailer tongue load weight is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) -
Tires, Wheels and Loading Example only: Cargo Weight - including vehicle curb weight and all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. includes all payload. 212 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - is also part of cargo weight. When towing, trailer tongue load weight is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) -
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...is the maximum allowable weight of the driver's door. The total load on the B-Pillar or the edge of control and personal injury. 213 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by your authorized dealer. GVWR ...These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the fully loaded vehicle (including all options, equipment, passengers and cargo). is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on each axle must never exceed the GVWR. The GVW...
...is the maximum allowable weight of the driver's door. The total load on the B-Pillar or the edge of control and personal injury. 213 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by your authorized dealer. GVWR ...These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the fully loaded vehicle (including all options, equipment, passengers and cargo). is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on each axle must never exceed the GVWR. The GVW...