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only) 170 178 2 Table of Contents Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 73 73 73 83 Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 87 87 91 107 115 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 128 128 132 134 136 140 143 146 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing 148 148 149 149 151 157 162 168 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S.
only) 170 178 2 Table of Contents Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 73 73 73 83 Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 87 87 91 107 115 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 128 128 132 134 136 140 143 146 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing 148 148 149 149 151 157 162 168 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S.
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... is deactivated. Instrument Cluster Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Securilock Passive Anti-theft System in the Locks and Security chapter. have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for a burned out bulb. If... Key-in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. Traction Control active (if equipped): Flashes when the Traction Control is opened . 12 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turns off (the key is not in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position ...
... is deactivated. Instrument Cluster Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Securilock Passive Anti-theft System in the Locks and Security chapter. have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for a burned out bulb. If... Key-in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. Traction Control active (if equipped): Flashes when the Traction Control is opened . 12 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turns off (the key is not in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position ...
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...your vehicle. The UNLOCK feature will have to be repeated, you require it in an emergency. Turn the ignition key to SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System for more information. POWER DOOR LOCKS Press control to unlock or lock all vehicle doors are available from the 4 (ON) to be... keys are closed and locked using the UNLOCK unlocking via the keyless entry keypad. If the procedure needs to the 3 (OFF) position. 73 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turn the ignition key from your remote entry transmitter or • using the remote...
...your vehicle. The UNLOCK feature will have to be repeated, you require it in an emergency. Turn the ignition key to SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System for more information. POWER DOOR LOCKS Press control to unlock or lock all vehicle doors are available from the 4 (ON) to be... keys are closed and locked using the UNLOCK unlocking via the keyless entry keypad. If the procedure needs to the 3 (OFF) position. 73 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turn the ignition key from your remote entry transmitter or • using the remote...
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... Press once to activate the alarm. DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 77 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) To replace the battery: 1. Both the horn will sound and the Press parklamps will only operate... the liftgate (wagon) are closed, the parklamps will flash once. Press again or turn off the interior lamps (if they were on) and arm the anti-theft system.
... Press once to activate the alarm. DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 77 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) To replace the battery: 1. Both the horn will sound and the Press parklamps will only operate... the liftgate (wagon) are closed, the parklamps will flash once. Press again or turn off the interior lamps (if they were on) and arm the anti-theft system.
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...use of the wrong type of coded key may cause vehicle starting the engine. Your vehicle comes with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. Turn the ignition back to the 3 (OFF) position. These objects will ...anti-theft system is complete. additional coded keys may result in vehicle starting the engine. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are too close to toggle the autolock/relock states. 8. Theft indicator The theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster. • When the ignition is functioning as a theft deterrent. 83 2004 Taurus...
...use of the wrong type of coded key may cause vehicle starting the engine. Your vehicle comes with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. Turn the ignition back to the 3 (OFF) position. These objects will ...anti-theft system is complete. additional coded keys may result in vehicle starting the engine. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are too close to toggle the autolock/relock states. 8. Theft indicator The theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster. • When the ignition is functioning as a theft deterrent. 83 2004 Taurus...
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... ignition. 4. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealer to the 4 (ON) position. Keep the ignition in troubleshooting. 85 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the key was not successfully programmed, it will warn you must take... and remove the second key from the 3 (OFF) position to have the spare key(s) programmed. 1. PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The perimeter anti-theft system will start your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are available, you in the 4 (ON) position for at least one second. 9. If...
... ignition. 4. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealer to the 4 (ON) position. Keep the ignition in troubleshooting. 85 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the key was not successfully programmed, it will warn you must take... and remove the second key from the 3 (OFF) position to have the spare key(s) programmed. 1. PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The perimeter anti-theft system will start your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are available, you in the 4 (ON) position for at least one second. 9. If...
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... entry keypad (if equipped) at the same time. • Open a door and press the power door lock control to arm whenever key is forced. 86 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) the alarm system will still be triggered if: • Any door, liftgate (wagon) or... . • the horn will chirp twice to the 4 (ON) position. Note: The hood, each door and the liftgate (wagon) are open . Triggering the anti-theft system The armed system will be armed. Either of the following actions will prearm the alarm system: • Press the control on the remote entry...
... entry keypad (if equipped) at the same time. • Open a door and press the power door lock control to arm whenever key is forced. 86 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) the alarm system will still be triggered if: • Any door, liftgate (wagon) or... . • the horn will chirp twice to the 4 (ON) position. Note: The hood, each door and the liftgate (wagon) are open . Triggering the anti-theft system The armed system will be armed. Either of the following actions will prearm the alarm system: • Press the control on the remote entry...
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... that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. 154 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Roadside Emergencies Fuse/relay location 32 Fuse amp rating 10A Passenger compartment fuse panel description Cluster, Flex fuel module, ICP logic, Passive anti-theft module (GEM power) Hazard flasher, Cluster power, ICP power...
... that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. 154 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Roadside Emergencies Fuse/relay location 32 Fuse amp rating 10A Passenger compartment fuse panel description Cluster, Flex fuel module, ICP logic, Passive anti-theft module (GEM power) Hazard flasher, Cluster power, ICP power...
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...for specific weight information. • The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use . 241 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) such as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification label). Any such ... Scuff plates Speed control Lifestyle Bike racks Cargo organization and management Engine block heaters and blankets Peace of mind Airbag anti-theft locks First aid and safety kits Full vehicle covers Locking gas cap Navigation systems Remote start Vehicle security systems For maximum...
...for specific weight information. • The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use . 241 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) such as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification label). Any such ... Scuff plates Speed control Lifestyle Bike racks Cargo organization and management Engine block heaters and blankets Peace of mind Airbag anti-theft locks First aid and safety kits Full vehicle covers Locking gas cap Navigation systems Remote start Vehicle security systems For maximum...
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......113 Air cleaner filter ...229 Air conditioning ...26 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...196 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...133 Anti-theft system ...85 arming the system ...86 disarming a triggered system ..86 Audio system (see... disabled battery ...162 maintenance-free ...194 replacement, specifications ...229 servicing ...194 BeltMinder ...102 Brakes ...132 anti-lock ...133 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...133 fluid, checking and adding ...214 fluid, refill capacities ......122 Cigar lighter Power Point ...48 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
......113 Air cleaner filter ...229 Air conditioning ...26 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...196 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...133 Anti-theft system ...85 arming the system ...86 disarming a triggered system ..86 Audio system (see... disabled battery ...162 maintenance-free ...194 replacement, specifications ...229 servicing ...194 BeltMinder ...102 Brakes ...132 anti-lock ...133 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...133 fluid, checking and adding ...214 fluid, refill capacities ......122 Cigar lighter Power Point ...48 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Quick Reference Guide 2nd Printing
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... button or depress the brake pedal to confirm that prevents the gearshift lever from P (Park). 01 SECURILOCK™ PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is turned OFF. Press to turn on or off . Rotate counterclockwise to activate autolamp (if equipped), which will... time within 3 seconds to unlock all doors ...7-8 and 9-0 simultaneously From the advanced Personal Safety System to the bountiful amenities, every Taurus is briefly described to the left mirror, or R to activate the left of your vehicle is activated. Press the control again to...
... button or depress the brake pedal to confirm that prevents the gearshift lever from P (Park). 01 SECURILOCK™ PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is turned OFF. Press to turn on or off . Rotate counterclockwise to activate autolamp (if equipped), which will... time within 3 seconds to unlock all doors ...7-8 and 9-0 simultaneously From the advanced Personal Safety System to the bountiful amenities, every Taurus is briefly described to the left mirror, or R to activate the left of your vehicle is activated. Press the control again to...