2000 Ford Taurus Support Question
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Question posted by pamelasmallwood on September 3rd, 2012
How To Release Locked Steering Wheel And Locked Ignition Switch
Steering wheel locked when trying to get automatic out of park, Ignition locked as well wheel locked up after turn to left and click, car woud not start prior to this when ignition turned, Could not be jumped. Battery seems ok. Theft light flashing on instrument panel
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Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 8
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Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal bulb. High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. For more information, refer to Exterior...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 32
... . Turn control to raise or lower volume. Controls and features
MACHா Audio System with AM/FM Stereo/Cassette
Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system off with the power control before switching off , the volume will come back on at a "nominal" listening level when the ignition switch is turned off the ignition...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 43
...of the Driving chapter for approximately 76mm (3 inches) of maximum travel. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, automatic transmission gearshift 4 1 lever and allows key removal. 5 3. ON, all electrical circuits operational. START, cranks the engine. Refer to 2 operate while the engine is moving. O F T/C F
POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1. OFF, shuts off . Key position when driving. 5. TRACTION...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 49
...lamp is moving. Controls and features
TILT STEERING Pull the tilt steering control toward you to the desired position, then release the control. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is located overhead between... moved to the passenger side position. Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to move the steering wheel up or down. If the vehicle is equipped with a moon roof, the ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 54
... to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to engage the childproof lock.
Move control down to unlock or lock all the window controls except for each rear door and must be opened . POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) Press control to disengage childproof locks.
54 Controls and features
Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 57
...trunk release control ...steering wheel. The liftgate and liftgate window should be opened from outside the vehicle. To lock the liftgate and the liftgate window, press the lock... button down on the handle under the license plate lamp shield. It cannot be closed before driving your vehicle. If not, possible damage may occur to the left...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 79
... of the system. A difficulty with safety belt pretensioners and energy management retractors to the steering wheel and whether or not the safety belts are fastened. Then, dual-stage inflating air bags... and safety belt usage allowing further tailoring of the following: • The indicator light will either flash or stay lit.
79 The RCM (restraints control module) monitors its own internal ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 89
... become locked and help reduce your movement. The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn hard ...ignition switch is turned to the ON position...The driver's safety belt is buckled while the indicator light...release button on the end of the webbing on the label. Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt assembly is turned to the ON position...Then...The safety belt warning light...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 90
... illuminated and the safety belt warning chime is sounding...The driver's safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...Then...The Belt Minder feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds, repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 92
... feature while driving the vehicle. 1. This can be done before or during an ignition ON cycle, Belt Minder will have to be latched for that : • the parking brake is set • the gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission). • the ignition switch is in the OFF position • all vehicle doors are closed • the...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 109
... occur 5 when: • front wheels are off. 3. Make sure the parking brake is in turning the key, firmly rotate the steering wheel 4 left and right until the key turns 1 freely. Make sure the gearshift is set.
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5. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are turned • front wheel is against the curb • steering wheel is difficulty in...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 113
...test. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by a qualified service... this tendency. The ABS performs a self-check after you start the engine and begin to -metal," "continuous grinding" or... warning light will come on top) during hard braking with an anti-lock braking system (ABS), a noise from locking even ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 117
... a very slippery road surface, try switching the Traction Control system off ), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more than a few seconds when the engine is turned OFF. This may allow excess wheel spin to help steer the vehicle. If a system fault is detected the traction control active light will illuminate, the Traction Control...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 134
... UL T E R L A G U ID E
The fuses are coded as follows. Remove the panel cover to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal. Fuse/Relay Location 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Fuse Amp Rating 40A 40A... Wiper Control, Front Washer, Cell Phone, Passenger Switch Illumination, GEM, Rear Wiper Motor Heated Mirrors, Rear Defrost Switch
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Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 137
... Panel PCM Relay Fuse Junction Panel Not Used Not Used Not Used Starter Relay, Ignition Switch Transit Relay (Export only) Cooling Fan Relays Not Used Thermactor Relay (FFV only) Not Used Anti-Lock Brake Module Pump Feed Not Used Anti-Lock Brake Module Valve Solenoid Fuel Pump Relay Rear Control Unit, CD Changer, Cell...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 138
...regular tire and is labeled as such. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to lose control of the...- - - 30A* 5A* 15A* Power Distribution Box Description Left Headlamp A/C Clutch Relay, PCM Keep Alive Power Starter Motor Relay... Shift Solenoid, Canister Vent, A/C Clutch Relay, Thermactor Bypass Solenoid Wiper Park Relay Fuel Pump Relay PCM Power Relay High Speed Fan Relay A/C Clutch...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 141
... spare tire, making sure the valve stem is snug against the hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel is raised off the ground. 7. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 10. Roadside emergencies
5. Remove the jack and fully 1 tighten the lug nuts in the jack notch next...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 200
Observe the application instructions on your wheels. Cleaning the wheels Wash with the same detergent as the exterior of special wheel surfaces. Keep body drain holes ... Cleaning the exterior lamps Wash with a dry cloth or abrasive materials. The brushes used in some automatic car washes may damage the finish on the products. Do not clean plastic parts with a tar remover ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 203
.... Do not use household or glass cleaners as these actions may damage the lens. Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to make sure there are no nicks, wear or cuts. Cleaning seats equipped with side air bags Remove dust and loose dirt...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 229
...,110 jump starting ...142 Steering wheel tilting ...49 Tachometer ...14 Tires ...138,174,175,176 changing ...138,139 checking the pressure ...176 replacing ...177 rotating ...176 snow tires and chains ...177 tire grades ...175 treadwear ...175 Towing ...125,176 recreational towing ...128 trailer towing ...125 wrecker ...147 Traction control ...43,116 active light ...8 Transaxle automatic operation...
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