1998 Ford Taurus Support Question
1998 Ford Taurus Support Question
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Question posted by gtperron on April 16th, 2013
Automatic Engine Shutoff
Does a 1998 Taurus egine automactocial shutdown if out of oil
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Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 23
...less, the fan speed will start to achieve the selected temperature. Controls and features
Automatic operation Press AUTO and select the desired temperature. When in the display window. ... 29°C R-DEF (85°F) by pressing the temperature control. However, if the engine is required. TEMP +
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Temperature selection The display window AUTO indicates the selected temperature, ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 29
... EQUIPPED) To turn speed control on .
29 Warning lights illuminated. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal. 3.
START, cranks the engine. Key position when driving. 5. Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 86
... are off. 3.
Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have buckled their proper usage, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. 2. Before starting the vehicle: 1. Make sure all vehicle occupants...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 95
...from position to move the gearshift lever from P (Park). For manual control start the engine, depress the brake pedal, then move unexpectedly and injure someone.
95 To put your... down, your vehicle. Turn off switch) Your automatic overdrive transaxle provides fully automatic operation in P (Park). Driving with an automatic overdrive transaxle (column or console gearshift without O/D off...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 96
...in 1 (First) and then shift manually. For manual control start the engine, depress the brake pedal, then move gearshift out of the gearshift to ...the side of P (Park).
96 Driving
Driving with an automatic overdrive transaxle (column or console gearshift with O/D off switch) Your automatic overdrive transaxle provides fully automatic operation in gear, start in D (Overdrive) gives the ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 99
... is started, the transaxle will operate in D (O/D OFF) provides more engine braking than Overdrive for descending hills or city driving. However, you drive your... a transaxle electronic system
99 When to normal overdrive mode. With the O/D OFF light illuminated, the transaxle will automatically return to use D (Drive) or press the O/D OFF switch (if equipped) You will illuminate. To return...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 100
... upshift from 1 (First) to 1 (First).
The automatic transaxle will shift to the proper gear to ascend any grade without any need to shift to overdrive at any time.
100 if equipped) Use 2 (Second) for start-up on downgrades.
1 (First) Use 1 (First) for when added engine braking is desired when descending steep hills...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 130
Automatic transmission fluid dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Battery Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Power steering fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir
130 Maintenance and care
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.0L V6 Vulcan engine
1 9 2
8
3 7 5 6 4
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 132
Maintenance and care
3.4L-32V V8 SHO engine
9 8 1 2 3
V8
32
VALVE
7 6 5
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1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Battery Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Engine coolant reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir Power steering fluid reservoir
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Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 135
... is not covered by the American Petroleum Institute.
Use SAE 5W-30 motor oil certified for your engine oil and filter according to engine damage which is recommended you use supplemental engine oil additives, oil treatments or engine treatments. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are unnecessary and could, under certain conditions, lead to the appropriate schedule...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 142
... before checking. 1. Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir. Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or...vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds, in the reservoir. 3.0L Duratec engine and 3.4L SHO engine 4. To obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it reaches normal operating temperature....
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 146
... in personal injury and/or damage to relearn its idle conditions before your vehicle's engine is swallowed, call a physician immediately. Let the engine idle for a minimum of acid solution. The relearning process will drive properly. Because your vehicle will automatically complete as you drive the vehicle. • If you do not allow the...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 178
... ATF Fluid Application Capacity 12.8L (13.5 quarts) 12.7L (13.4 quarts)
Automatic transaxle AX4S Windshield washer fluid Front Windshield washer fluid Rear
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3.0L V6 Vulcan engine 3.0L V6 Duratec engine and 3.4L SHO engine Motorcraft 3.0L V6 MERCONV Vulcan ATF engine Ultra-Clear All Windshield Washer Concentrate Ultra-Clear Wagon Windshield Washer Concentrate...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 179
... latch, Multihood latch, Purpose auxiliary Grease hood latch, seat tracks, trunk and liftgate latches Lock Penetrating cylinders Lubricant Automatic Motorcraft transaxle MERCONV (AX4S and ATF AX4N) Engine oil Motorcraft 5W30 Super Premium Motor Oil Items Constant velocity joints CV Joint Grease (High Temp.) Ford Part Number C6AZ -19542AB
Ford Specification ESA-M6C25-A and...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 186
...passenger air bag ...70 Air conditioning automatic temperature control system . 22,23,24,25,27 Anti-theft system ...47 arming the system .. 47 Automatic transaxle . 94 driving with ......38 Emission control system ...160 Engine coolant ...137 idle speed control . 144 service points ...130,131,132 starting after a collision ...109 Engine block heater . 88 Engine oil checking and adding ...134 dipstick...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 192
....5 quarts). Filling station information
Power steering fluid capacity-3.0L V6 Duratec and 3.4L V8 SHO engine Automatic transaxle capacity (AX4N)-3.0L V6 Vulcan engine Automatic transaxle capacity (AX4N)-3.0L V6 Duratec and 3.4L V8 SHO engine Automatic transaxle capacity (AX4S)-3.0L V6 Vulcan engine
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Fill to Lubricant Specifications. Use Motorcraft MERCONV ATF. 12.7L (13.4 quarts...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 6
... months. Normal schedule
32,000 KILOMETERS (20,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. u Replace cabin air filter. u Change automatic transaxle fluid. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 48,000 KILOMETERS (30,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. check coolant strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 8
..., consult your dealer. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 96,000 KILOMETERS (60,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect accessory drive belt(s) (3.0L-4V engines)
8 Thereafter, change engine coolant every 50,000 km (30,000 miles) or 36 months. u Change automatic transaxle fluid. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 88,000 KILOMETERS (55,000 MILES) u Change...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 10
...) or 30 months. If operating in dusty conditions, consult your dealer. u Change automatic transaxle fluid. Normal schedule
128,000 KILOMETERS (80,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 144,000 KILOMETERS (90,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect front and rear brakes. (1) u Inspect accessory drive belt(s) (3.0L...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 15
u Replace cabin air filter. u Change automatic transaxle fluid. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 40,000 KILOMETERS (24,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect front and rear brakes. (1) u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. 15 check coolant strength every 25,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12...
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