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... km) of all hinges, latches, door check straps (see your "Owner's Guide" for more information. tires for the proper lug nut torque specification. 8 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) engine oil fluid level. and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if equipped. Refer to the specified torque... to Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specification in your Owner's Guide for wear and proper air pressure, including spare. windshield washer fluid level. and lubricate all interior and exterior lights. and clean body and door drain holes.
... km) of all hinges, latches, door check straps (see your "Owner's Guide" for more information. tires for the proper lug nut torque specification. 8 Scheduled Maintenance 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) engine oil fluid level. and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if equipped. Refer to the specified torque... to Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specification in your Owner's Guide for wear and proper air pressure, including spare. windshield washer fluid level. and lubricate all interior and exterior lights. and clean body and door drain holes.
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... in the Maintenance and Specification chapter. Instrument Cluster Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Check fuel cap (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be ...inspected immediately by applying the parking brake when the ignition is illuminated. 11 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this...
... in the Maintenance and Specification chapter. Instrument Cluster Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Check fuel cap (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be ...inspected immediately by applying the parking brake when the ignition is illuminated. 11 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this...
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... rear window defroster. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may turn off automatically in all airflow selections. 7. Use with ... Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in AUTO, defrost and floor/defrost. 78 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Recirculation may also help reduce undesired...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 activate/deactivate air conditioning. Climate ...
... rear window defroster. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may turn off automatically in all airflow selections. 7. Use with ... Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in AUTO, defrost and floor/defrost. 78 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Recirculation may also help reduce undesired...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 activate/deactivate air conditioning. Climate ...
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...ON position to turn on with a reduced output. To activate: • the ignition must be out of the instrument panel and all lighting conditions. 83 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Always remember to adjust the brightness of the Park position. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use... to turn on the interior lamps. This will ensure that your displays are visible under these conditions. Lights Flash to pass Pull toward you to...
...ON position to turn on with a reduced output. To activate: • the ignition must be out of the instrument panel and all lighting conditions. 83 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Always remember to adjust the brightness of the Park position. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use... to turn on the interior lamps. This will ensure that your displays are visible under these conditions. Lights Flash to pass Pull toward you to...
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Locate the vertical adjuster on each map lamp to turn on the lamps. 85 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Close the hood and turn the adjuster either side of the brighter light should touch the horizontal reference line. 6. TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down )... AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE. INTERIOR LAMPS Dome lamps and map lamps The map lamps are located on either clockwise (to adjust down to activate the right turn signal. • Push up ). Lights 5. Press the controls on the overhead console. Using a Phillips ...
Locate the vertical adjuster on each map lamp to turn on the lamps. 85 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Close the hood and turn the adjuster either side of the brighter light should touch the horizontal reference line. 6. TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down )... AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE. INTERIOR LAMPS Dome lamps and map lamps The map lamps are located on either clockwise (to adjust down to activate the right turn signal. • Push up ). Lights 5. Press the controls on the overhead console. Using a Phillips ...
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...in behind the headlamp assembly to break the next time the headlamps are clear in reverse order. Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of all instrument panel lights - Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of all the bulbs frequently. Replacing headlamp (high beam...in the OFF position, then open the hood. 87 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The oil from the lamp assembly by pulling rearward. 4. Remove the outboard rubber boot from your authorized dealer. Lights Function Number of bulbs Trade number H11 12V6W 578 ...
...in behind the headlamp assembly to break the next time the headlamps are clear in reverse order. Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of all instrument panel lights - Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of all the bulbs frequently. Replacing headlamp (high beam...in the OFF position, then open the hood. 87 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The oil from the lamp assembly by pulling rearward. 4. Remove the outboard rubber boot from your authorized dealer. Lights Function Number of bulbs Trade number H11 12V6W 578 ...
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EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is placed in motion. 98 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Without voice activated Navigation System or SYNC With voice activated Navigation System ...equipped with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. Driver Controls Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped) Your vehicle may impair proper mirror performance. When the mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle, it will change from the normal (high reflective) state to minimize...
EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is placed in motion. 98 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Without voice activated Navigation System or SYNC With voice activated Navigation System ...equipped with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. Driver Controls Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped) Your vehicle may impair proper mirror performance. When the mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle, it will change from the normal (high reflective) state to minimize...
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... children are advised to familiarize themselves in vehicles. Adults are particularly at risk. 127 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) To open the luggage ... lid. On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Keep... could lock themselves with a mechanical interior luggage compartment release handle that will be taught not to play in ...the trunk and risk injury. Locks and Security INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE Your vehicle is composed of a material...
... children are advised to familiarize themselves in vehicles. Adults are particularly at risk. 127 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) To open the luggage ... lid. On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Keep... could lock themselves with a mechanical interior luggage compartment release handle that will be taught not to play in ...the trunk and risk injury. Locks and Security INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE Your vehicle is composed of a material...
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... by simultaneously pressing the and controls on the lamps for four seconds (disabling two stage unlock allows all the doors are closed . The inside lights will flash. Locking the doors 1. The horn will chirp and the turn Press lamps will not turn lamps will not flash. Two stage unlocking... may be used to timeout in the 1 (LOCK) position. 129 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp and the turn off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition is in 3 minutes. Press and release again ...
... by simultaneously pressing the and controls on the lamps for four seconds (disabling two stage unlock allows all the doors are closed . The inside lights will flash. Locking the doors 1. The horn will chirp and the turn Press lamps will not turn lamps will not flash. Two stage unlocking... may be used to timeout in the 1 (LOCK) position. 129 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp and the turn off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition is in 3 minutes. Press and release again ...
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... entry keypad, or • after 25 seconds of illumination. The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: • the ignition is turned to be repeated. The inside lights will not activate in the 1 (LOCK) position and all vehicle doors are closed. You may enable/disable... Integrated Keyhead Transmitter system, the following power door lock sequence to be repeated, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again. 132 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: Before starting, ensure the ignition is in daylight conditions. Locks and Security ...
... entry keypad, or • after 25 seconds of illumination. The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: • the ignition is turned to be repeated. The inside lights will not activate in the 1 (LOCK) position and all vehicle doors are closed. You may enable/disable... Integrated Keyhead Transmitter system, the following power door lock sequence to be repeated, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again. 132 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: Before starting, ensure the ignition is in daylight conditions. Locks and Security ...
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... or the trunk was opened, the battery saver will shut off them off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to indicate the perimeter lighting feature has been deactivated. Note: The horn will chirp once to the 1 (LOCK) position. 4. Turn the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position to the ... 2. The horn will illuminate. Turn the ignition from the ignition, the interior dome lamps (and the exterior mirror puddle lamps, if equipped) will chirp once and honk once (one short and one time to the 1 (LOCK) position. 133 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Turn the ...
... or the trunk was opened, the battery saver will shut off them off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to indicate the perimeter lighting feature has been deactivated. Note: The horn will chirp once to the 1 (LOCK) position. 4. Turn the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position to the ... 2. The horn will illuminate. Turn the ignition from the ignition, the interior dome lamps (and the exterior mirror puddle lamps, if equipped) will chirp once and honk once (one short and one time to the 1 (LOCK) position. 133 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Turn the ...
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...replaced. The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off . Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of soiled safety belts, refer to Interior in use in vehicles involved in...driver's safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding...The driver's safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is unbuckled. 158 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford Motor Company recommends that the belts do not ...
...replaced. The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off . Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of soiled safety belts, refer to Interior in use in vehicles involved in...driver's safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding...The driver's safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is unbuckled. 158 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford Motor Company recommends that the belts do not ...
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...15A 20A 10A 10A 20A 5A 5A 5A 10A 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...motor feeds, Decklid release Spare Moon roof OBDII connector Fog lamps Park lamps, License lamps High beam headlamps Horn relay Demand lamps/Interior lamps Instrument panel cluster Adjustable pedal switch Radio, Radio start signal Instrument panel cluster Overdrive cancel switch Compass, Automatic dimming rear ...
...15A 20A 10A 10A 20A 5A 5A 5A 10A 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...motor feeds, Decklid release Spare Moon roof OBDII connector Fog lamps Park lamps, License lamps High beam headlamps Horn relay Demand lamps/Interior lamps Instrument panel cluster Adjustable pedal switch Radio, Radio start signal Instrument panel cluster Overdrive cancel switch Compass, Automatic dimming rear ...
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... seats, safety belts and seats equipped with side airbags: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with a clean and dry white cotton cloth; If a staining liquid like coffee/juice has been spilled on the instrument ... clean, white, cotton cloth. Cleaning INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel, interior trim areas and cluster lens with a clean and damp white cotton cloth, then with Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54). 279 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA ...
... seats, safety belts and seats equipped with side airbags: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with a clean and dry white cotton cloth; If a staining liquid like coffee/juice has been spilled on the instrument ... clean, white, cotton cloth. Cleaning INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel, interior trim areas and cluster lens with a clean and damp white cotton cloth, then with Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54). 279 2008 Taurus (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA ...
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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...replacement, 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 ...
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...replacement, 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 ...
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... 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 ... seats) ...181 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...306 Instrument panel ...93 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)
... 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 ... seats) ...181 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...306 Instrument panel ...93 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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...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 (ABS) ...225 Load limits ...210 Locks...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)
...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 (ABS) ...225 Load limits ...210 Locks...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)
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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 ...Navigation Supplement for the most garage doors, entry gate operators, security systems, and home or office lighting. Your Ford dealer is displayed. For detailed operating and safety information, please consult your mirrors, rotate the ...RUN position or only in this method be folded down to 75°F (24°C). The interior lamps will scroll only through an authorized dealer. Press twice to open the storage compartment. Press twice...
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 ...Navigation Supplement for the most garage doors, entry gate operators, security systems, and home or office lighting. Your Ford dealer is displayed. For detailed operating and safety information, please consult your mirrors, rotate the ...RUN position or only in this method be folded down to 75°F (24°C). The interior lamps will scroll only through an authorized dealer. Press twice to open the storage compartment. Press twice...
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... LAMP In an emergency, apply continuous force to support the raised hood. The foglamp indicator light will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set a speed, press the ON button, .... Press OK to confirm a selection in SYNC mode to the first position turns on the interior lamps. Only use "Regular" unleaded fuel with sleek, trim good looks and unexpected luxury. The...the Tire Label or the Safety Compliance Certification Label located near the steering column. 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 ...
... LAMP In an emergency, apply continuous force to support the raised hood. The foglamp indicator light will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set a speed, press the ON button, .... Press OK to confirm a selection in SYNC mode to the first position turns on the interior lamps. Only use "Regular" unleaded fuel with sleek, trim good looks and unexpected luxury. The...the Tire Label or the Safety Compliance Certification Label located near the steering column. 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 ...