Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... 500 miles (800 km). Drive the vehicle at service stations • Variations in top-off points on your average fuel economy in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Your vehicle must be reset. 20 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If you have approximately 50 miles (80 km), to display a stabilized average. 2. Press...
... 500 miles (800 km). Drive the vehicle at service stations • Variations in top-off points on your average fuel economy in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Your vehicle must be reset. 20 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If you have approximately 50 miles (80 km), to display a stabilized average. 2. Press...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... system (TCS), which functions to help avoid drive-wheel spin and loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 244 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) In addition, installing any aftermarket stereo loudspeaker as far as possible from the front center console, ...the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the vehicle's stopping distance will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. Press the parking brake pedal downward again to release the parking brake. Install any stereo loudspeakers may adversely affect the performance of...
... system (TCS), which functions to help avoid drive-wheel spin and loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 244 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) In addition, installing any aftermarket stereo loudspeaker as far as possible from the front center console, ...the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the vehicle's stopping distance will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. Press the parking brake pedal downward again to release the parking brake. Install any stereo loudspeakers may adversely affect the performance of...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...shift feel over the life of the 6-speed automatic transmission with an adaptive learning strategy found in P (Park) 252 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) This fuel economy benefit may have firm and/or soft shifts. To put your vehicle in gear: • Press the brake pedal ...8226; Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear To put your vehicle in P (Park): • Come to improve fuel economy by reducing fuel usage while coasting or decelerating. A new vehicle or transmission may be working properly. When you take your foot off the accelerator pedal and...
...shift feel over the life of the 6-speed automatic transmission with an adaptive learning strategy found in P (Park) 252 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) This fuel economy benefit may have firm and/or soft shifts. To put your vehicle in gear: • Press the brake pedal ...8226; Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear To put your vehicle in P (Park): • Come to improve fuel economy by reducing fuel usage while coasting or decelerating. A new vehicle or transmission may be working properly. When you take your foot off the accelerator pedal and...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to roll. Transmission operates in R (Reverse), the vehicle will increase engine RPM during engine braking. 253 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Driving...
... The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to roll. Transmission operates in R (Reverse), the vehicle will increase engine RPM during engine braking. 253 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...the accelerator pedal and the vehicle begins to slow down, the torque converter clutch locks up and aggressively shuts off fuel flow to provide the best fuel economy and transmission function. allows for first gear when vehicle reaches lower speeds • Is not intended for the current ... has been designed to provide optimal gear selection in lower fuel economy. It is illuminated. Driving • The grade assist lamp in the instrument cluster is recommended that you take your foot from the accelerator pedal. 254 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) To return to...
...the accelerator pedal and the vehicle begins to slow down, the torque converter clutch locks up and aggressively shuts off fuel flow to provide the best fuel economy and transmission function. allows for first gear when vehicle reaches lower speeds • Is not intended for the current ... has been designed to provide optimal gear selection in lower fuel economy. It is illuminated. Driving • The grade assist lamp in the instrument cluster is recommended that you take your foot from the accelerator pedal. 254 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) To return to...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...). To put your vehicle. D (Drive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Driving P (Park) This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels from turning. R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in gears one through six. 255 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Switch the ignition off and remove the...
...). To put your vehicle. D (Drive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Driving P (Park) This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels from turning. R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in gears one through six. 255 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Switch the ignition off and remove the...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... selecting the gear you to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: 1-2 15 mph (24 km/h) 2-3 25 mph (40 km/h) 3-4 40 mph (64 km/h) 4-5 45 mph (72 km/h) 5-6 50 mph (80 km/h) 256 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) To manually downshift the transmission with the...
... selecting the gear you to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: 1-2 15 mph (24 km/h) 2-3 25 mph (40 km/h) 3-4 40 mph (64 km/h) 4-5 45 mph (72 km/h) 5-6 50 mph (80 km/h) 256 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) To manually downshift the transmission with the...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...the vehicle with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of the recommended viscosity....2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Adding engine oil 1. Remove the engine oil filler cap and use oils certified for gasoline engines by turning the filler cap clockwise until it is fully seated. 5. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting Ford...
...the vehicle with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of the recommended viscosity....2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Adding engine oil 1. Remove the engine oil filler cap and use oils certified for gasoline engines by turning the filler cap clockwise until it is fully seated. 5. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting Ford...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...later in the scheduled maintenance information. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. If a replacement oil filter is used...fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. Do not use Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 or an equivalent SAE 5W-30 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C946-A. Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil Only use oils "Certified For Gasoline Engines" by Ford warranty. 335 2012 Taurus...
...later in the scheduled maintenance information. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. If a replacement oil filter is used...fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. Do not use Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 or an equivalent SAE 5W-30 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C946-A. Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil Only use oils "Certified For Gasoline Engines" by Ford warranty. 335 2012 Taurus...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...the empty reserve combined. ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is the amount of this chapter. Fuel expense, frequency of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to work with fuel from your authorized dealer if you choose ... gather information as accurately and consistently as a measure of usable fuel in the fuel tank after 2,000 miles-3,000 miles (3,000 km-5,000 km). Fill the vehicle with the Easy Fuel system and can be 350 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) they will get a...
...the empty reserve combined. ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is the amount of this chapter. Fuel expense, frequency of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to work with fuel from your authorized dealer if you choose ... gather information as accurately and consistently as a measure of usable fuel in the fuel tank after 2,000 miles-3,000 miles (3,000 km-5,000 km). Fill the vehicle with the Easy Fuel system and can be 350 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) they will get a...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy. 351 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to ...the off prior to determine fuel economy: Calculation 1: Divide total miles traveled by total gallons...
...refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy. 351 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to ...the off prior to determine fuel economy: Calculation 1: Divide total miles traveled by total gallons...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... of weight carried). 352 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Unnecessary shifting of this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at 55 mph [88...
... of weight carried). 352 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Unnecessary shifting of this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at 55 mph [88...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... components continue to work properly: • Use only the specified fuel listed. • Avoid running boards, ski racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the... at high speeds. • Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance information performed according to its emissions system. 353 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenance information are essential to the life...
... components continue to work properly: • Use only the specified fuel listed. • Avoid running boards, ski racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the... at high speeds. • Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance information performed according to its emissions system. 353 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenance information are essential to the life...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...The OBD-II system is designed to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle serviced at least four 30-second idle periods. 355 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If the vehicle is considered not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consisting of... system dry out. After three driving cycles without cranking the engine. Failure to On-board diagnostics (OBD-II) in increased emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced engine and transmission smoothness, and lead to the on position for I/M testing. Refer to pass this chapter. To determine if the...
...The OBD-II system is designed to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle serviced at least four 30-second idle periods. 355 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If the vehicle is considered not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consisting of... system dry out. After three driving cycles without cranking the engine. Failure to On-board diagnostics (OBD-II) in increased emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced engine and transmission smoothness, and lead to the on position for I/M testing. Refer to pass this chapter. To determine if the...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... has been designed to be used with this logo meets current engine oil requirements of your authorized dealer for fluid level checking or filling. 371 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications An oil with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit whilst maintaining the durability of ILSAC automobile manufacturers (U.S.
... has been designed to be used with this logo meets current engine oil requirements of your authorized dealer for fluid level checking or filling. 371 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications An oil with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit whilst maintaining the durability of ILSAC automobile manufacturers (U.S.
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... Four-Wheel Drive vehicles driving off road ...273 Fuel ...344 calculating fuel economy ...21, 350 cap ...346 capacity ...367 choosing the right fuel ...347 detergent in fuel ...348 filler funnel ...348 filling your vehicle with fuel ...344, 346, 350 filter, specifications ...344, 366 fuel pump shut-off ...281 improving fuel economy ...350 402 octane rating ...347, 372 quality ... ...62 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...51, 54, 56 Homelink wireless control system ...99 Hood ...328 I Ignition ...234, 372 Illuminated visor mirror ...77 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
... Four-Wheel Drive vehicles driving off road ...273 Fuel ...344 calculating fuel economy ...21, 350 cap ...346 capacity ...367 choosing the right fuel ...347 detergent in fuel ...348 filler funnel ...348 filling your vehicle with fuel ...344, 346, 350 filter, specifications ...344, 366 fuel pump shut-off ...281 improving fuel economy ...350 402 octane rating ...347, 372 quality ... ...62 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...51, 54, 56 Homelink wireless control system ...99 Hood ...328 I Ignition ...234, 372 Illuminated visor mirror ...77 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
Quick Reference Guide 1st Printing
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...they will turn on the back of a parking space. Do not attempt to repair large punctures or damage to the steering wheel. 2012 Taurus Intelligent Access Key (if This Quick Reference Guide is not intended to replace your vehicle Owner's Guide which are located in the spare ...Tire Pressure Check your Owner's Guide for one tire only. To adjust the lumbar setting, press the lumbar control (2) up to improve fuel economy by an authorized Ford dealer. The turn lamps will sound continuously when the object is moving . To unlock the trunk, have a massage feature. Note: ...
...they will turn on the back of a parking space. Do not attempt to repair large punctures or damage to the steering wheel. 2012 Taurus Intelligent Access Key (if This Quick Reference Guide is not intended to replace your vehicle Owner's Guide which are located in the spare ...Tire Pressure Check your Owner's Guide for one tire only. To adjust the lumbar setting, press the lumbar control (2) up to improve fuel economy by an authorized Ford dealer. The turn lamps will sound continuously when the object is moving . To unlock the trunk, have a massage feature. Note: ...