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MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - This can help identify any potential issue before there are any problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection to be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑... ❑ Check battery performance. ❑ Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights. ❑ Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses. ❑ Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation. ❑ Check windshield for crack, chips and pitting. ❑ Inspect for oil and fluid leaks....
MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - This can help identify any potential issue before there are any problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection to be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑... ❑ Check battery performance. ❑ Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights. ❑ Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses. ❑ Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation. ❑ Check windshield for crack, chips and pitting. ❑ Inspect for oil and fluid leaks....
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... spark plugs Change transfer case fluid As required Replace cabin air filter Scheduled Maintenance 43 Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions If you will need to perform the additional maintenance. SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS Special Operating Conditions Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as...
... spark plugs Change transfer case fluid As required Replace cabin air filter Scheduled Maintenance 43 Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions Special Operating Conditions & Exceptions If you will need to perform the additional maintenance. SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS Special Operating Conditions Items Needing Special Attention If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury primarily in heavy commercial use such as...
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Every 15,000 miles Replace fuel filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid Check air filter minder, replace filter as required (Focus ...Change rear axle lubricant (E and F series 450 and 550 only) Every 60,000 miles Change transfer case fluid As required Replace cabin air filter As required Inspect and lubricate U-joints As required Inspect and lubricate steering linkage ball joints with zerk fittings Use of E85 50% ...
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and replace oil filter Every 15,000 miles Replace fuel filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid Check air filter minder, replace filter as required (Focus ...Change rear axle lubricant (E and F series 450 and 550 only) Every 60,000 miles Change transfer case fluid As required Replace cabin air filter As required Inspect and lubricate U-joints As required Inspect and lubricate steering linkage ball joints with zerk fittings Use of E85 50% ...
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...❑ Rear axles and power take off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are operated under normal driving conditions on pages 43-44. The axle lubricant should be changed anytime the axle and PTO have been submerged in... California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all E and F 450 and 550 series applications. California Fuel Filter Replacement...
...❑ Rear axles and power take off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are operated under normal driving conditions on pages 43-44. The axle lubricant should be changed anytime the axle and PTO have been submerged in... California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that all E and F 450 and 550 series applications. California Fuel Filter Replacement...
Warranty Guide 5th Printing
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... at the warranty start date and lasts for wear or other than Ford dealer facilities. During this coverage period, Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Vehicle Assurance Company warrants your vehicle's safety belts and air bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) against corrosion due to Bumper Coverage period...repairs on your new vehicle. If corrosion does not cause perforation (holes), and is not the result of usage and/or environmental conditions, paint damage is no longer available, in factory-supplied materials or workmanship. You will find the manufacturer's tire warranty with the ...
... at the warranty start date and lasts for wear or other than Ford dealer facilities. During this coverage period, Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Vehicle Assurance Company warrants your vehicle's safety belts and air bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) against corrosion due to Bumper Coverage period...repairs on your new vehicle. If corrosion does not cause perforation (holes), and is not the result of usage and/or environmental conditions, paint damage is no longer available, in factory-supplied materials or workmanship. You will find the manufacturer's tire warranty with the ...
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...sanction can include being denied the right to meet all these conditions: • You have maintained and operated your vehicle according to the instructions on page... 2 of Parts Covered by Emissions Warranties • Air Flow Sensor • Air/Fuel Feedback Control System and Sensors • Air Induction System • Altitude Compensation System • Catalytic Converter ... • You are covered by the EPA. Under Emissions Performance Warranty Coverage, Ford Motor Company will pass the applicable state or local government test using test procedures ...
...sanction can include being denied the right to meet all these conditions: • You have maintained and operated your vehicle according to the instructions on page... 2 of Parts Covered by Emissions Warranties • Air Flow Sensor • Air/Fuel Feedback Control System and Sensors • Air Induction System • Altitude Compensation System • Catalytic Converter ... • You are covered by the EPA. Under Emissions Performance Warranty Coverage, Ford Motor Company will pass the applicable state or local government test using test procedures ...
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...neglect, or improper maintenance of time listed on your vehicle is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Ford. Where a warrantable condition exists, Ford Motor Company will be made by Ford to you including diagnosis, parts, and labor. If your vehicle fails a Smog Check inspection, all necessary repairs and ...(Applicable if your vehicle is certified for sale in California and registered in California, Maine, Massachusetts, New York or Vermont.) The California Air Resources Board and Ford Motor Company are pleased to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards.
...neglect, or improper maintenance of time listed on your vehicle is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Ford. Where a warrantable condition exists, Ford Motor Company will be made by Ford to you including diagnosis, parts, and labor. If your vehicle fails a Smog Check inspection, all necessary repairs and ...(Applicable if your vehicle is certified for sale in California and registered in California, Maine, Massachusetts, New York or Vermont.) The California Air Resources Board and Ford Motor Company are pleased to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards.
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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Table of Contents Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges 4 10 10 13 Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo AM/FM stereo cassette AM/FM stereo with CD CD changer 15 15 16 19 21 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Electronic automatic temperature control Rear window defroster 24 24 26 28 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement 30 30 33 35 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Message center 46 46 47 49 49 51 58 1
Table of Contents Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges 4 10 10 13 Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo AM/FM stereo cassette AM/FM stereo with CD CD changer 15 15 16 19 21 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Electronic automatic temperature control Rear window defroster 24 24 26 28 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement 30 30 33 35 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Message center 46 46 47 49 49 51 58 1
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...AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Passenger airbag indicator light: Indicates whether the Passenger air bag is more economical and efficient. See the following for a brief description on each control. May reduce undesirable odors from the instrument panel register vents only. : Distributes outside air ... This mode maximizes the airflow and as it is re-cooling the interior air, it is currently ON or OFF. A/C: Uses outside air through the instrument panel registers to defrost the rear window. 24 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) MAX ...
...AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Passenger airbag indicator light: Indicates whether the Passenger air bag is more economical and efficient. See the following for a brief description on each control. May reduce undesirable odors from the instrument panel register vents only. : Distributes outside air ... This mode maximizes the airflow and as it is re-cooling the interior air, it is currently ON or OFF. A/C: Uses outside air through the instrument panel registers to defrost the rear window. 24 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) MAX ...
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Select . 2. Set the fan speed to maintain comfort. 3. the air flow selector in the • To reduce humidity build up on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. 25 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Adjust... vents. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the air flow selector in the OFF or MAX A/C position. • Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector in cold weather: 1. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in MAX A/C or...
Select . 2. Set the fan speed to maintain comfort. 3. the air flow selector in the • To reduce humidity build up on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. 25 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Adjust... vents. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the air flow selector in the OFF or MAX A/C position. • Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector in cold weather: 1. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in MAX A/C or...
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...disengage. May also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. The display window indicates the selected temperature. 26 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Climate Controls ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (EATC) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)... whether the passenger airbag is selected to turn on and manually control the air conditioning in all (Defrost). recirculated air operation. Temperature control: Press this control to manually enable or disable 4. OFF: Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. 2. A/C: Press to...
...disengage. May also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. The display window indicates the selected temperature. 26 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Climate Controls ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (EATC) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)... whether the passenger airbag is selected to turn on and manually control the air conditioning in all (Defrost). recirculated air operation. Temperature control: Press this control to manually enable or disable 4. OFF: Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. 2. A/C: Press to...
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... the control in the OFF mode or in recirculation mode without the A/C engaged. • Under normal weather conditions, do not drive with the airflow to "breathe" using the outside air inlet vents. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will illuminate when the rear defroster ... position. • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not leave the air flow selector in OFF when the vehicle is parked. Adjust the temperature control to operate the rear window defroster. 28 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The ignition must be...
... the control in the OFF mode or in recirculation mode without the A/C engaged. • Under normal weather conditions, do not drive with the airflow to "breathe" using the outside air inlet vents. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will illuminate when the rear defroster ... position. • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not leave the air flow selector in OFF when the vehicle is parked. Adjust the temperature control to operate the rear window defroster. 28 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The ignition must be...
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...to correctly detect the added fuel. The running average fuel economy, which is disconnected. 59 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Remember to turn the ... factory default value if the battery is based on your tank under normal driving conditions. The DTE function will return within 10 minutes. Driver Controls Selectable features Reset Press... • Average Fuel Economy • Trip odometer • Trip Elapsed Drive Time • Outside air temperature (if equipped) • Compass (if equipped) Odometer/Trip odometer Refer to empty (DTE) ...
...to correctly detect the added fuel. The running average fuel economy, which is disconnected. 59 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Remember to turn the ... factory default value if the battery is based on your tank under normal driving conditions. The DTE function will return within 10 minutes. Driver Controls Selectable features Reset Press... • Average Fuel Economy • Trip odometer • Trip Elapsed Drive Time • Outside air temperature (if equipped) • Compass (if equipped) Odometer/Trip odometer Refer to empty (DTE) ...
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...air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. To switch from the northerly direction on or near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Start the engine. 3. If the compass still appears to Compass zone/calibration adjustment. Slowly drive the 61 2004 Taurus ...(tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Magnetic or metallic objects placed in normal conditions.
...air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. To switch from the northerly direction on or near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Start the engine. 3. If the compass still appears to Compass zone/calibration adjustment. Slowly drive the 61 2004 Taurus ...(tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Magnetic or metallic objects placed in normal conditions.
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... safety devices to help further reduce the risk of your vehicle's safety devices according to crash severity and occupant classification and conditions. A collection of frontal crash situations. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of...sensors. • Driver's seat position sensor. • Front crash severity sensor. • Front passenger sensing system • Passenger Air Bag Off indicator light. • Restraints Control Module (RCM) with 91 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... safety devices to help further reduce the risk of your vehicle's safety devices according to crash severity and occupant classification and conditions. A collection of frontal crash situations. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of...sensors. • Driver's seat position sensor. • Front crash severity sensor. • Front passenger sensing system • Passenger Air Bag Off indicator light. • Restraints Control Module (RCM) with 91 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be heard at least 2.5 cm (one inch) or adjust the heating or air conditioning to -metal," "continuous grinding" or "continuous squeal" sound is stopped for maintenance recommendations. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not... heater/defroster performance. Use of time, open the windows at any time while braking and can be inspected by a qualified service technician. 132 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your...
... or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be heard at least 2.5 cm (one inch) or adjust the heating or air conditioning to -metal," "continuous grinding" or "continuous squeal" sound is stopped for maintenance recommendations. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not... heater/defroster performance. Use of time, open the windows at any time while braking and can be inspected by a qualified service technician. 132 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your...
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... ...107-108, 113 and child safety seats ...109 description ...108, 113 disposal ...115 driver air bag ...108, 110, 114 indicator light ...113 operation ...108, 110, 114 passenger air bag ...108, 110, 114 side air bag ...113 Air cleaner filter ...229 Air conditioning ...26 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...196 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...133 Anti... belts ...116 Child safety seats ...118 attaching with tether straps ..123 in front seat ...120 in rear seat ...120, 122 Cigar lighter Power Point ...48 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... ...107-108, 113 and child safety seats ...109 description ...108, 113 disposal ...115 driver air bag ...108, 110, 114 indicator light ...113 operation ...108, 110, 114 passenger air bag ...108, 110, 114 side air bag ...113 Air cleaner filter ...229 Air conditioning ...26 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...196 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...133 Anti... belts ...116 Child safety seats ...118 attaching with tether straps ..123 in front seat ...120 in rear seat ...120, 122 Cigar lighter Power Point ...48 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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...running lamps (see Speed control) ...51 Customer Assistance ...148 Ford accessories for your vehicle engine compartment ...180 instrument panel ...182 interior ...183 interior trim ...183 plastic parts ...182 washing ...179 waxing ...179 wheels ...180 wiper blades ...182 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ...26 Clock adjust AM/FM Stereo ...15 ... control ...194 lubrication specifications ...232-233 refill capacities ...230 service points ...187-188 starting after a collision ...149 Engine block heater ...132 243 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
...running lamps (see Speed control) ...51 Customer Assistance ...148 Ford accessories for your vehicle engine compartment ...180 instrument panel ...182 interior ...183 interior trim ...183 plastic parts ...182 washing ...179 waxing ...179 wheels ...180 wiper blades ...182 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ...26 Clock adjust AM/FM Stereo ...15 ... control ...194 lubrication specifications ...232-233 refill capacities ...230 service points ...187-188 starting after a collision ...149 Engine block heater ...132 243 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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..., 229 fuel pump shut-off ...30 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...24, 26 HomeLink universal transceiver (see Garage door opener) ...58 Homelink wireless control system ...54 Hood ...186 I Ignition ...128, 233-234 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ...118 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...211 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus...
..., 229 fuel pump shut-off ...30 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...24, 26 HomeLink universal transceiver (see Garage door opener) ...58 Homelink wireless control system ...54 Hood ...186 I Ignition ...128, 233-234 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ...118 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...211 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus...
Quick Reference Guide 2nd Printing
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... is located under the headlamp controls. Box 6248 Dearborn, Michigan 48121 (800) 392-3673 September 2003 Second Printing Quick Reference Ford Taurus Litho in normal conditions. In radio mode, press to the OFF position. Roadside assistance will cycle the display to show all modes except defrost.... features of your 03 SEEK FUNCTION vehicle and important safety warnings to help reduce the risk of injury to manually enable or disable the air conditioning in all warnings by displaying each one for a display of a multiple warning situation, the message center will cover: Changing a flat ...
... is located under the headlamp controls. Box 6248 Dearborn, Michigan 48121 (800) 392-3673 September 2003 Second Printing Quick Reference Ford Taurus Litho in normal conditions. In radio mode, press to the OFF position. Roadside assistance will cycle the display to show all modes except defrost.... features of your 03 SEEK FUNCTION vehicle and important safety warnings to help reduce the risk of injury to manually enable or disable the air conditioning in all warnings by displaying each one for a display of a multiple warning situation, the message center will cover: Changing a flat ...