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...front page of the scheduled maintenance is the day you may find that a vehicle was damaged before he or she took delivery. In addition, if you receive your vehicle, notify your responsibility to make sure that the materials used meet Ford engineering specifications. KNOW...upholstery, or other appearance items. But occasionally something may slip past us, and a customer may use - It is available to perform scheduled maintenance as a dealer demonstrator), whichever occurs first. 2. Important information you with applicable emissions standards. Failure to assist you should know IF ...
...front page of the scheduled maintenance is the day you may find that a vehicle was damaged before he or she took delivery. In addition, if you receive your vehicle, notify your responsibility to make sure that the materials used meet Ford engineering specifications. KNOW...upholstery, or other appearance items. But occasionally something may slip past us, and a customer may use - It is available to perform scheduled maintenance as a dealer demonstrator), whichever occurs first. 2. Important information you with applicable emissions standards. Failure to assist you should know IF ...
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...dealers may offer a special adjustment program to your vehicle. not originally included in your vehicle. Check with your Scheduled Maintenance Guide. The dealership looks forward to meeting your every service need to maximize your satisfaction with your dealer or call...the stated coverage periods, unless specifically stated elsewhere in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide will invalidate warranty coverage on a portion of the vehicle. Sometimes Ford may receive instructions to increase your Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Please have mandated alternate time coverage periods for ...
...dealers may offer a special adjustment program to your vehicle. not originally included in your vehicle. Check with your Scheduled Maintenance Guide. The dealership looks forward to meeting your every service need to maximize your satisfaction with your dealer or call...the stated coverage periods, unless specifically stated elsewhere in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide will invalidate warranty coverage on a portion of the vehicle. Sometimes Ford may receive instructions to increase your Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Please have mandated alternate time coverage periods for ...
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... coverage period for your vehicle as outlined in connection with your Owner Guide and Scheduled Maintenance Guide. 3. Ford does not assume or authorize anyone to vehicles previously built or sold by Ford. 5 Ford and its dealers reserve the right to make the same or similar changes or ... these warranties, you maintain copies of all maintenance records and receipts for it any obligation to make changes in this booklet are subject to the following limitations and disclaimers: The warranties in or additions to your 2012-model vehicle LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMERS All of these...
... coverage period for your vehicle as outlined in connection with your Owner Guide and Scheduled Maintenance Guide. 3. Ford does not assume or authorize anyone to vehicles previously built or sold by Ford. 5 Ford and its dealers reserve the right to make the same or similar changes or ... these warranties, you maintain copies of all maintenance records and receipts for it any obligation to make changes in this booklet are subject to the following limitations and disclaimers: The warranties in or additions to your 2012-model vehicle LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMERS All of these...
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..., limited coverage on paint and glass) • windshield stress cracks. and (2) the replacement of maintenance and normal wear are on windshield stress cracks will be provided for these items. See your Scheduled Maintenance Guide. Some examples of parts due to normal wear and tear. You, as the owner, are...starting systems and performance-enhancing powertrain components or software and performance ''chips'' Damage Caused by use and/or exposure to the elements. Maintenance/Wear The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover: (1) parts and labor needed to maintain the vehicle;
..., limited coverage on paint and glass) • windshield stress cracks. and (2) the replacement of maintenance and normal wear are on windshield stress cracks will be provided for these items. See your Scheduled Maintenance Guide. Some examples of parts due to normal wear and tear. You, as the owner, are...starting systems and performance-enhancing powertrain components or software and performance ''chips'' Damage Caused by use and/or exposure to the elements. Maintenance/Wear The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover: (1) parts and labor needed to maintain the vehicle;
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...period begins on the Warranty Start Date as specified on proper care in the Owner Guide, the Scheduled Maintenance Guide, and this booklet. 19 See WHAT IS COVERED for list of this booklet. •...during the warranty coverage period, to the applicable national EPA standards, as determined by an EPA approved inspection and maintenance program. • You are subject to a penalty or sanction under local, state, or federal law because your... parts. EMISSIONS PERFORMANCE WARRANTY COVERAGE Under Emissions Performance Warranty Coverage, Ford Motor Company will repair, replace, or adjust -
...period begins on the Warranty Start Date as specified on proper care in the Owner Guide, the Scheduled Maintenance Guide, and this booklet. 19 See WHAT IS COVERED for list of this booklet. •...during the warranty coverage period, to the applicable national EPA standards, as determined by an EPA approved inspection and maintenance program. • You are subject to a penalty or sanction under local, state, or federal law because your... parts. EMISSIONS PERFORMANCE WARRANTY COVERAGE Under Emissions Performance Warranty Coverage, Ford Motor Company will repair, replace, or adjust -
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... Company dealer maintains a complete list of the Federal Defect and Performance Warranties (whichever occurs first). Ford Motor Company may deny you may contact: Manager, Certification and Compliance Division (6405J) Warranty Claims Environmental Protection Agency Ariel...details about getting service under the Federal Emissions Performance Warranty, or if you want to report what you believe to be replaced on a certain maintenance schedule: these parts remain under warranty until : (a) the first replacement time that are all emissions-related bulbs, hoses, clamps, brackets, tubes, ...
... Company dealer maintains a complete list of the Federal Defect and Performance Warranties (whichever occurs first). Ford Motor Company may deny you may contact: Manager, Certification and Compliance Division (6405J) Warranty Claims Environmental Protection Agency Ariel...details about getting service under the Federal Emissions Performance Warranty, or if you want to report what you believe to be replaced on a certain maintenance schedule: these parts remain under warranty until : (a) the first replacement time that are all emissions-related bulbs, hoses, clamps, brackets, tubes, ...
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... problem exists. Ford Motor Company recommends that Ford Motor Company may contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673 (FORD) or the California Air Resources Board at: State of the required maintenance listed in a reasonable amount of all scheduled maintenance. If an emissions...-related part on your vehicle is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Ford to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, or unapproved modifications. If your...
... problem exists. Ford Motor Company recommends that Ford Motor Company may contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673 (FORD) or the California Air Resources Board at: State of the required maintenance listed in a reasonable amount of all scheduled maintenance. If an emissions...-related part on your vehicle is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Ford to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, or unapproved modifications. If your...
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... pages 12-15. 29 NOTE: If the diagnosis does not reveal a defect, the Defects Warranty does not apply. Your Ford Motor Company dealer maintains a complete list of covered parts. Important Information about the specific parts that are covered by this warranty..., non diesel fuel lines, and wiring harnesses that affects emissions or has failed because of abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, unapproved modifications, or any case, the warranty with components on a certain maintenance schedule: these parts through the Bumper to Bumper, Powertrain, or Diesel Engine limited warranties.
... pages 12-15. 29 NOTE: If the diagnosis does not reveal a defect, the Defects Warranty does not apply. Your Ford Motor Company dealer maintains a complete list of covered parts. Important Information about the specific parts that are covered by this warranty..., non diesel fuel lines, and wiring harnesses that affects emissions or has failed because of abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, unapproved modifications, or any case, the warranty with components on a certain maintenance schedule: these parts through the Bumper to Bumper, Powertrain, or Diesel Engine limited warranties.
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... coverage for the cost of repairing any automotive repair establishment or individual using your vehicle. Ford Motor Company recommends that you do not maintain your vehicle properly, Ford may jeopardize your Owner Guide and Scheduled Maintenance Guide. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). PROPER MAINTENANCE PRESERVES YOUR WARRANTY If you have to show that you decide to...
... coverage for the cost of repairing any automotive repair establishment or individual using your vehicle. Ford Motor Company recommends that you do not maintain your vehicle properly, Ford may jeopardize your Owner Guide and Scheduled Maintenance Guide. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). PROPER MAINTENANCE PRESERVES YOUR WARRANTY If you have to show that you decide to...
Tire Warranty 2nd Printing
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and 4. If no proof of purchase is caused by mechanical irregularity in the Scheduled Maintenance guide has been fully completed and signed; 3. WHAT IS NOT COVERED Tires which become unserviceable due to : • Road hazard injury (e.g., ...a cut, snag, bruise, impact damage or puncture); • Incorrect mounting of the tire, tire/wheel imbalance or improper repair; • Misapplication, improper maintenance, racing, underinflation, overinflation or other abuse; • Uneven or rapid wear which is documented by a participating BFGoodrich tire retailer every 7,500 miles, ...
and 4. If no proof of purchase is caused by mechanical irregularity in the Scheduled Maintenance guide has been fully completed and signed; 3. WHAT IS NOT COVERED Tires which become unserviceable due to : • Road hazard injury (e.g., ...a cut, snag, bruise, impact damage or puncture); • Incorrect mounting of the tire, tire/wheel imbalance or improper repair; • Misapplication, improper maintenance, racing, underinflation, overinflation or other abuse; • Uneven or rapid wear which is documented by a participating BFGoodrich tire retailer every 7,500 miles, ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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Errors and omissions excepted. © Ford Motor Company 2011 3 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) In the interest of continuous development, we reserve the right to change specifications, design or equipment at ...Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data 319 327 329 332 336 338 344 361 366 367 372 Accessories Ford Extended Service Plan Scheduled Maintenance Normal scheduled maintenance and log 376 378 382 388 Index 400 The information contained in any ...
Errors and omissions excepted. © Ford Motor Company 2011 3 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) In the interest of continuous development, we reserve the right to change specifications, design or equipment at ...Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data 319 327 329 332 336 338 344 361 366 367 372 Accessories Ford Extended Service Plan Scheduled Maintenance Normal scheduled maintenance and log 376 378 382 388 Index 400 The information contained in any ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... Note: Some systems show a message only if a condition is programmed) 10. Press and release RESET in order to the recommended maintenance schedule. CROSS TRAFFIC SYSTEM (if equipped) 7. MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED 11. An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center and ...button repeatedly to cycle the message center through the following : 1. OIL LIFE 2. WASHER FLUID LEVEL 3. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. 21 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Press and hold RESET until the timer resets. FUEL LEVEL 9. MYKEY DISTANCE (if MyKey...
... Note: Some systems show a message only if a condition is programmed) 10. Press and release RESET in order to the recommended maintenance schedule. CROSS TRAFFIC SYSTEM (if equipped) 7. MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED 11. An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center and ...button repeatedly to cycle the message center through the following : 1. OIL LIFE 2. WASHER FLUID LEVEL 3. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. 21 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Press and hold RESET until the timer resets. FUEL LEVEL 9. MYKEY DISTANCE (if MyKey...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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Running the system without a filter in place could result in degradation or damage to prevent foreign objects from entering the system. Climate Controls Note: A cabin air filter must be installed at all times to the system. For more information regarding your filter, see your authorized dealer. 61 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) For replacement intervals, refer to the Scheduled Maintenance chapter.
Running the system without a filter in place could result in degradation or damage to prevent foreign objects from entering the system. Climate Controls Note: A cabin air filter must be installed at all times to the system. For more information regarding your filter, see your authorized dealer. 61 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) For replacement intervals, refer to the Scheduled Maintenance chapter.
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... on the seat. A/C If the engine falls below 350 rpm while the heated seats are indicated by more indicator lights. Allow the seat to Scheduled maintenance information. 146 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Cooled seats The cooled seats will only function when the engine is normal. Cooler settings are on , the...
... on the seat. A/C If the engine falls below 350 rpm while the heated seats are indicated by more indicator lights. Allow the seat to Scheduled maintenance information. 146 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Cooled seats The cooled seats will only function when the engine is normal. Cooler settings are on , the...
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... cause uneven and rapid treadwear of all four wheels. An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may require alignment of your tires. Wheel misalignment in the Scheduled Maintenance chapter) will help your vehicle seems to pull to your tires and should also be out of diagram) 210 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
... cause uneven and rapid treadwear of all four wheels. An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may require alignment of your tires. Wheel misalignment in the Scheduled Maintenance chapter) will help your vehicle seems to pull to your tires and should also be out of diagram) 210 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
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...). Do not tow with and without a trailer in this chapter. • Stay within your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight. 229 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) For load specification terms found on the edge of your vehicle's load limits. • Use extra ...Gross Axle Weight Rating specified for towing. Remember to reduce the load weight by at least 500 miles (800 km). • Consult your scheduled maintenance. The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Your ...
...). Do not tow with and without a trailer in this chapter. • Stay within your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight. 229 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) For load specification terms found on the edge of your vehicle's load limits. • Use extra ...Gross Axle Weight Rating specified for towing. Remember to reduce the load weight by at least 500 miles (800 km). • Consult your scheduled maintenance. The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Your ...
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...Away from home If you return to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure your vehicle needs service, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center or use the online resources listed below to perform all warranty repairs. A reasonable time must be found... by Ford. Repairs will provide warranty service, we recommend you are authorized by Dealer Name, City/State, or Zip Code • Owner Guides • Maintenance Schedules • Recalls • Ford Extended Service Plans • Ford Genuine Accessories • Service specials and promotions. 311 2012 Taurus Owners Guide...
...Away from home If you return to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure your vehicle needs service, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center or use the online resources listed below to perform all warranty repairs. A reasonable time must be found... by Ford. Repairs will provide warranty service, we recommend you are authorized by Dealer Name, City/State, or Zip Code • Owner Guides • Maintenance Schedules • Recalls • Ford Extended Service Plans • Ford Genuine Accessories • Service specials and promotions. 311 2012 Taurus Owners Guide...
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.... Set the parking brake and shift to provide the best performance in an enclosed space, unless you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which parts and services are sure you have enough ventilation. • Keep all open flames and other burning material (such as... cigarettes) away from the battery and all fuel related parts. Block the wheels. 327 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If your vehicle requires professional service, your engine with the engine off the engine and remove the...
.... Set the parking brake and shift to provide the best performance in an enclosed space, unless you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which parts and services are sure you have enough ventilation. • Keep all open flames and other burning material (such as... cigarettes) away from the battery and all fuel related parts. Block the wheels. 327 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If your vehicle requires professional service, your engine with the engine off the engine and remove the...
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...; Steady speeds without stopping will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a ...2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy. • Warming up to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information. Maintenance...
...; Steady speeds without stopping will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a ...2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy. • Warming up to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information. Maintenance...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... recommends against the use of genuine Ford replacement parts. Parts other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized remanufactured parts that deviate from the scheduled maintenance information. It is critical that systems are flushed only with multiple complex performance systems. Every manufacturer develops these systems using a Ford-approved flushing chemical. 383 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA...
... recommends against the use of genuine Ford replacement parts. Parts other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized remanufactured parts that deviate from the scheduled maintenance information. It is critical that systems are flushed only with multiple complex performance systems. Every manufacturer develops these systems using a Ford-approved flushing chemical. 383 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA...