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...and pull the blade away from engine heat. 332 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to remove it. 3. Replace wiper blades at... the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on the wipers. Protect yourself from the arm to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for optimum ...gearshift is highly recommended to scrape off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to the arm and snap it is securely latched in the Cleaning ...it into the oil pan. 3. Open the hood. Attach the new blade to drain into place...
...and pull the blade away from engine heat. 332 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to remove it. 3. Replace wiper blades at... the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on the wipers. Protect yourself from the arm to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for optimum ...gearshift is highly recommended to scrape off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to the arm and snap it is securely latched in the Cleaning ...it into the oil pan. 3. Open the hood. Attach the new blade to drain into place...
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... that meet Ford material and design specifications for changing the spark plugs. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for your ...vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. Maintenance and Specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Battery Oil... not used. 366 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
... that meet Ford material and design specifications for changing the spark plugs. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for your ...vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. Maintenance and Specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Battery Oil... not used. 366 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
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...synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the requirements of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may vary during fluid changes. Refer to scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct service interval. Use of Ford specification WSS-...M2C946-A (3.5L V6 SHO engine) or WSS-M2C945 -A (3.5L V6 engine) and the API Certification mark. 2 Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number / Ford Specification 2012 Taurus...
...synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the requirements of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may vary during fluid changes. Refer to scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct service interval. Use of Ford specification WSS-...M2C946-A (3.5L V6 SHO engine) or WSS-M2C945 -A (3.5L V6 engine) and the API Certification mark. 2 Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number / Ford Specification 2012 Taurus...
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...of maintenance. Your vehicle is equipped with the vehicle and confirmation of your vehicle when you should perform the oil change interval at the proper oil change . 382 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) refer to increase the value of the work performed is always recorded... reliability, durability and resale value. this guide. Be sure receipts for an oil change; Your dealer has factory-trained technicians who can perform the required maintenance using genuine Ford parts. If your message center is your responsibility to perform scheduled maintenance specific ...
...of maintenance. Your vehicle is equipped with the vehicle and confirmation of your vehicle when you should perform the oil change interval at the proper oil change . 382 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) refer to increase the value of the work performed is always recorded... reliability, durability and resale value. this guide. Be sure receipts for an oil change; Your dealer has factory-trained technicians who can perform the required maintenance using genuine Ford parts. If your message center is your responsibility to perform scheduled maintenance specific ...
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...your dealership. Oils, Fluids and Flushing In many vehicle sub-systems during scheduled maintenance. Your vehicle's oils and fluids should be changed . That's why it's important to rely upon engineering testing. Chemicals or additives not approved by Ford for factory ...factory-trained technicians at the specified intervals or in performance and durability. It is very sophisticated and built with multiple complex performance systems. Every manufacturer develops these systems using a Ford-approved flushing chemical. 383 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA ...
...your dealership. Oils, Fluids and Flushing In many vehicle sub-systems during scheduled maintenance. Your vehicle's oils and fluids should be changed . That's why it's important to rely upon engineering testing. Chemicals or additives not approved by Ford for factory ...factory-trained technicians at the specified intervals or in performance and durability. It is very sophisticated and built with multiple complex performance systems. Every manufacturer develops these systems using a Ford-approved flushing chemical. 383 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA ...
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...Hinges/latches/outside locks for operation Washer spray/wiper operation; Engine oil/coolant change Engine oil Check every month Engine oil level Function of your dealer or qualified service technician as soon as necessary 385 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) lubricate if necessary Parking...first) Engine coolant, after Every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km) initial change intervals As indicated by the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. Service information and supporting specifications are generally not covered by warranties so you may be ...
...Hinges/latches/outside locks for operation Washer spray/wiper operation; Engine oil/coolant change Engine oil Check every month Engine oil level Function of your dealer or qualified service technician as soon as necessary 385 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) lubricate if necessary Parking...first) Engine coolant, after Every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km) initial change intervals As indicated by the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. Service information and supporting specifications are generally not covered by warranties so you may be ...
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..., load/towing (12000-16000) - No extended idling Severe - Extreme hot or cold operation 388 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) the vehicle lets you won't have to remember to change intervals; Actual engine oil change intervals will depend on engine oil change the oil on how your vehicle and reduce environmental waste at the same time. Mountainous or...
..., load/towing (12000-16000) - No extended idling Severe - Extreme hot or cold operation 388 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) the vehicle lets you won't have to remember to change intervals; Actual engine oil change intervals will depend on engine oil change the oil on how your vehicle and reduce environmental waste at the same time. Mountainous or...
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... km) between service intervals 389 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) consult dealer for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter change Change engine oil and filter interval as indicated Rotate tires...suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints; lubricate if equipped with dipstick); Scheduled Maintenance Normal Scheduled Maintenance At every oil change ; lubricate if equipped with grease fittings Inspect wheels and related components for requirements Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums,...
... km) between service intervals 389 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) consult dealer for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter change Change engine oil and filter interval as indicated Rotate tires...suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints; lubricate if equipped with dipstick); Scheduled Maintenance Normal Scheduled Maintenance At every oil change ; lubricate if equipped with grease fittings Inspect wheels and related components for requirements Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums,...
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390 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Scheduled Maintenance Additional maintenance items1 Miles (x 1,000) 20 30 40 60 80 90 100 120 140 150 Kilometers (x 1,000) ... • 100,000 miles (160,000 km) 1 Additional maintenance items can be performed within 3,000 miles (4,800 km) of the last oil change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval. 2 Initial replacement at 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km), then every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km...
390 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Scheduled Maintenance Additional maintenance items1 Miles (x 1,000) 20 30 40 60 80 90 100 120 140 150 Kilometers (x 1,000) ... • 100,000 miles (160,000 km) 1 Additional maintenance items can be performed within 3,000 miles (4,800 km) of the last oil change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval. 2 Initial replacement at 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km), then every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km...
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... that is 3,000 mile (4,800 km). 398 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If using an American Petroleum Institute (API) Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certification mark) oil or SM or greater, the normal oil change interval is registered in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for... long periods above 45 mph (72 km/h), non-synthetic rear axle fluids should be waived if the axle is filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification...
... that is 3,000 mile (4,800 km). 398 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If using an American Petroleum Institute (API) Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certification mark) oil or SM or greater, the normal oil change interval is registered in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for... long periods above 45 mph (72 km/h), non-synthetic rear axle fluids should be waived if the axle is filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification...