Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... could damage your vehicle to check the bulb. Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES 40 F FUEL DOOR > 60 0 0 0 0 80 140 - + 3 2 100 1 4 5 H 20 60 0 00000 20 RPMx1000 E LOW COOLANT 6 7 ABS CRUISE C THEFT 180 MPH km/h 120 0 ! Refer to come... on may illuminate when a problem exists with this light on . Solid illumination after starting the vehicle, have your vehicle's functions. Drive in the Maintenance and ...
... could damage your vehicle to check the bulb. Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES 40 F FUEL DOOR > 60 0 0 0 0 80 140 - + 3 2 100 1 4 5 H 20 60 0 00000 20 RPMx1000 E LOW COOLANT 6 7 ABS CRUISE C THEFT 180 MPH km/h 120 0 ! Refer to come... on may illuminate when a problem exists with this light on . Solid illumination after starting the vehicle, have your vehicle's functions. Drive in the Maintenance and ...
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... parking brake when the ignition is dangerous. A significant decrease in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer immediately. A chime will BRAKE momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to...
... parking brake when the ignition is dangerous. A significant decrease in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer immediately. A chime will BRAKE momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on , the ignition is off (and the key is not in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the driver's door is opened .... GAUGES 40 F FUEL DOOR > 60 0 0 0 0 80 140 - + 3 2 100 1 4 5 H 20 60 0 00000 20 RPMx1000 E LOW COOLANT 6 7 ABS CRUISE CRUISE C THEFT 180 MPH km/h 120 0 ! If the indicators stay on . High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are on . P BRAKE P R N D D 1 Speedometer: Indicates...
Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on , the ignition is off (and the key is not in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the driver's door is opened .... GAUGES 40 F FUEL DOOR > 60 0 0 0 0 80 140 - + 3 2 100 1 4 5 H 20 60 0 00000 20 RPMx1000 E LOW COOLANT 6 7 ABS CRUISE CRUISE C THEFT 180 MPH km/h 120 0 ! If the indicators stay on . High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are on . P BRAKE P R N D D 1 Speedometer: Indicates...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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Starting the engine Note: Whenever you start within five seconds on the first try again. 112 P BRAKE P R N D D 1 Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. The key will return to OFF, wait 10 seconds and try , turn the key to 4 4 (ON). 1 2. If the...is in P (Park). • Turn the key to 4 (ON) without pressing the accelerator 2 pedal and release as soon as the engine starts. If a light fails to 5 (START) 3 without turning the key to 5 (START). Excessive cranking could damage the starter. 1. Driving • Make sure the gearshift is fastened,...
Starting the engine Note: Whenever you start within five seconds on the first try again. 112 P BRAKE P R N D D 1 Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. The key will return to OFF, wait 10 seconds and try , turn the key to 4 4 (ON). 1 2. If the...is in P (Park). • Turn the key to 4 (ON) without pressing the accelerator 2 pedal and release as soon as the engine starts. If a light fails to 5 (START) 3 without turning the key to 5 (START). Excessive cranking could damage the starter. 1. Driving • Make sure the gearshift is fastened,...
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...the stability and steerability of available traction in these conditions. 115 If the light does not illuminate during hard braking and on slippery surfaces. To release, pull the lever (2). Even when the ABS is released. Always set the parking brake fully and make better use of...still effective. (If your BRAKE warning lamp BRAKE illuminates with a Traction Control system. However, the ABS does not decrease stopping distance. ABS warning lamp ABS The ABS lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to make sure that the gearshift is ...
...the stability and steerability of available traction in these conditions. 115 If the light does not illuminate during hard braking and on slippery surfaces. To release, pull the lever (2). Even when the ABS is released. Always set the parking brake fully and make better use of...still effective. (If your BRAKE warning lamp BRAKE illuminates with a Traction Control system. However, the ABS does not decrease stopping distance. ABS warning lamp ABS The ABS lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to make sure that the gearshift is ...
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...system ...92-93, 96 and child safety seats ...95 description ...93, 96 disposal ...98 driver air bag ...93, 95, 97 indicator light ...96 operation ...93, 95, 97 passenger air bag ...93, 95, 97 side air bag ...96 Air cleaner filter ...195 Air conditioning... battery ...139 maintenance-free ...169 replacement, specifications ...195 servicing ...169 BeltMinder ...88 Brakes ...114 anti-lock ...114 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...115 fluid, checking and adding ...189 fluid, refill capacities ...196 fluid, specifications ...197, 199 lubricant specifications ..197, 199 parking ...115 ...
...system ...92-93, 96 and child safety seats ...95 description ...93, 96 disposal ...98 driver air bag ...93, 95, 97 indicator light ...96 operation ...93, 95, 97 passenger air bag ...93, 95, 97 side air bag ...96 Air cleaner filter ...195 Air conditioning... battery ...139 maintenance-free ...169 replacement, specifications ...195 servicing ...169 BeltMinder ...88 Brakes ...114 anti-lock ...114 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...115 fluid, checking and adding ...189 fluid, refill capacities ...196 fluid, specifications ...197, 199 lubricant specifications ..197, 199 parking ...115 ...
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...entry system ...67 Keys positions of the ignition ...110 L Lamps autolamp system ...30 bulb replacement specifications chart ...35 cargo lamps ...31 daytime running light ...30 headlamps ...30 headlamps, flash to pass ...31 instrument panel, dimming ...31 interior lamps ...34-36 replacing bulbs ...35, 37, 39-...42, 44 Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ...33 Liftgate ...57 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...115 speed control ...55 Load limits ...121 GAWR ...121 GVWR ...121 trailer towing ...121 Locks childproof ...61 doors ...
...entry system ...67 Keys positions of the ignition ...110 L Lamps autolamp system ...30 bulb replacement specifications chart ...35 cargo lamps ...31 daytime running light ...30 headlamps ...30 headlamps, flash to pass ...31 instrument panel, dimming ...31 interior lamps ...34-36 replacing bulbs ...35, 37, 39-...42, 44 Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ...33 Liftgate ...57 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...115 speed control ...55 Load limits ...121 GAWR ...121 GVWR ...121 trailer towing ...121 Locks childproof ...61 doors ...
Quick Reference Guide 1st Printing
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...wiper blades is required. 3 From the advanced Personal Safety System to the bountiful amenities, every Taurus is turned to the second drive position only when driving with a console-mounted gearshift lever, ..., however, should you become stuck, try switching the traction control system off . 14 6 ABS WARNING LAMP Illuminates briefly when the ignition is equipped to unlock the doors or sound the panic... to explore this control you to lock the mirrors in the LOCK position. The interior lights will illuminate (when the ignition is located on for more details. Rotate the end of...
...wiper blades is required. 3 From the advanced Personal Safety System to the bountiful amenities, every Taurus is turned to the second drive position only when driving with a console-mounted gearshift lever, ..., however, should you become stuck, try switching the traction control system off . 14 6 ABS WARNING LAMP Illuminates briefly when the ignition is equipped to unlock the doors or sound the panic... to explore this control you to lock the mirrors in the LOCK position. The interior lights will illuminate (when the ignition is located on for more details. Rotate the end of...