Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing
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In addition, all Ford Original Equipment replacement brake pads, shoes, rotors and drums are formulated to ensure your vehicle's oil and lubricants. Quality Care Maintenance Oil & Lubricants It is essential to reduce engine friction, improve fuel economy, and protect against deposits and wear. Motorcraft Oils are vehicle tested for your vehicle. Scheduled Maintenance 11...
In addition, all Ford Original Equipment replacement brake pads, shoes, rotors and drums are formulated to ensure your vehicle's oil and lubricants. Quality Care Maintenance Oil & Lubricants It is essential to reduce engine friction, improve fuel economy, and protect against deposits and wear. Motorcraft Oils are vehicle tested for your vehicle. Scheduled Maintenance 11...
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...; Inspect tires for ❑ optimal tire life. Rotation recommended for wear. Motorcraft Oils and Lubricants meet the stringent standards set by Ford Motor Company. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE...both Ford and independent engineers. The American Petroleum Industry certifies them, so you know Motorcraft oil stands up to a regular maintenance schedule for changing your vehicle's oil and lubricants. Motorcraft Oils are formulated to reduce engine friction, improve fuel economy, and...
...; Inspect tires for ❑ optimal tire life. Rotation recommended for wear. Motorcraft Oils and Lubricants meet the stringent standards set by Ford Motor Company. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE...both Ford and independent engineers. The American Petroleum Industry certifies them, so you know Motorcraft oil stands up to a regular maintenance schedule for changing your vehicle's oil and lubricants. Motorcraft Oils are formulated to reduce engine friction, improve fuel economy, and...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... you have approximately 80 km (50 miles) to empty. DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected. 59 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) This value is based on your... tank under normal driving conditions. The running average fuel economy, which is not the same as the average fuel economy display. Driver Controls Selectable features Reset...
... you have approximately 80 km (50 miles) to empty. DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected. 59 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) This value is based on your... tank under normal driving conditions. The running average fuel economy, which is not the same as the average fuel economy display. Driver Controls Selectable features Reset...
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...miles. Trip elapsed drive time Select this function from the INFO menu to reset the timer. 60 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Until the percent of Ethanol in the fuel. The correct DTE/AFE will appear after setting the speed control to display a timer. To operate... Drive Time perform the following reasons: • Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up • Differences in order to empty/Average fuel economy for the following : 1. Distance to start the timer. 2. Press and release RESET in the automatic shut-off points on the...
...miles. Trip elapsed drive time Select this function from the INFO menu to reset the timer. 60 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Until the percent of Ethanol in the fuel. The correct DTE/AFE will appear after setting the speed control to display a timer. To operate... Drive Time perform the following reasons: • Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up • Differences in order to empty/Average fuel economy for the following : 1. Distance to start the timer. 2. Press and release RESET in the automatic shut-off points on the...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... may not be working . For manual control, start the engine, depress the brake pedal, then move unexpectedly and injure someone. 137 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp...move the gearshift lever from P (Park). either Driving with an automatic overdrive transaxle Your automatic overdrive transaxle provides fully automatic operation in fuel economy for normal driving conditions. Turn the ignition to another position. See your dealer or a qualified service technician. If your vehicle is ...
... may not be working . For manual control, start the engine, depress the brake pedal, then move unexpectedly and injure someone. 137 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp...move the gearshift lever from P (Park). either Driving with an automatic overdrive transaxle Your automatic overdrive transaxle provides fully automatic operation in fuel economy for normal driving conditions. Turn the ignition to another position. See your dealer or a qualified service technician. If your vehicle is ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... P (Park): • Come to a complete stop before shifting into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for the best fuel economy. R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move unexpectedly and injure someone. 139 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Hold the brake pedal down while in Park...
... P (Park): • Come to a complete stop before shifting into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for the best fuel economy. R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move unexpectedly and injure someone. 139 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Hold the brake pedal down while in Park...
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...recommended you use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-H. Maintenance and Specifications 4. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting Ford specifications) for your engine oil according to engine damage that does not meet... warranty use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting all requirements for your engine application. 193 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) They are designed for this certification trademark. Change your vehicle's engine...
...recommended you use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-H. Maintenance and Specifications 4. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting Ford specifications) for your engine oil according to engine damage that does not meet... warranty use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting all requirements for your engine application. 193 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) They are designed for this certification trademark. Change your vehicle's engine...
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...damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings are experiencing a rough or rolling idle after refueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from OFF to the engine. Fuel expense, frequency ... then the character will be void for more information on ethanol, you are 206 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from the tank to ON ...
...damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings are experiencing a rough or rolling idle after refueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from OFF to the engine. Fuel expense, frequency ... then the character will be void for more information on ethanol, you are 206 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from the tank to ON ...
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.... high) each time you fill up. • Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. We do not recommend taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles) of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time the tank...miles). 2. Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle after 3,000 km-5,000 km (2,000 miles-3,000 miles). Empty reserve is equal to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading. 207 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)...
.... high) each time you fill up. • Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. We do not recommend taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles) of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time the tank...miles). 2. Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle after 3,000 km-5,000 km (2,000 miles-3,000 miles). Empty reserve is equal to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading. 207 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)...
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... Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may reduce fuel economy. 208 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Calculation 2: Divide total miles traveled by total kilometers traveled. This will provide an accurate...time (greater than traveling at 105 km/h [65 mph]). • Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. • You may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down gradually. • Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at least one minute) may waste...
... Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may reduce fuel economy. 208 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Calculation 2: Divide total miles traveled by total kilometers traveled. This will provide an accurate...time (greater than traveling at 105 km/h [65 mph]). • Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. • You may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down gradually. • Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at least one minute) may waste...
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... weight may vary depending upon the method of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Your fuel economy may reduce fuel economy (approximately 0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is not supplied with your vehicle (for the fuel economy comparisons with the wheels out of operation and conditions. 209 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Contact...
... weight may vary depending upon the method of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Your fuel economy may reduce fuel economy (approximately 0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is not supplied with your vehicle (for the fuel economy comparisons with the wheels out of operation and conditions. 209 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Contact...
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... (see Homelink wireless control system) ...54 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...203 Gas mileage (see Safety seats) ...118 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...211 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus...) Index Engine oil ...190 checking and adding ...190 dipstick ...190 filter, specifications ...193, 229 recommendations ...193 refill capacities ...230 specifications ...232-233 Exhaust fumes ...132 F Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ...201 Floor mats ...68 Fluid capacities ...230 Fuel ...201 calculating fuel economy...
... (see Homelink wireless control system) ...54 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...203 Gas mileage (see Safety seats) ...118 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...211 2004 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus...) Index Engine oil ...190 checking and adding ...190 dipstick ...190 filter, specifications ...193, 229 recommendations ...193 refill capacities ...230 specifications ...232-233 Exhaust fumes ...132 F Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ...201 Floor mats ...68 Fluid capacities ...230 Fuel ...201 calculating fuel economy...
Quick Reference Guide 2nd Printing
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...a complimentary roadside assistance program. Box 6248 Dearborn, Michigan 48121 (800) 392-3673 September 2003 Second Printing Quick Reference Ford Taurus Litho in the ON position, the message center, located on your instrument cluster, displays important vehicle information through the ...my be used without the A/C on the CD. 01 SET BUTTON Setup menu controls the following control displays: Odometer | Distance to Empty | Average Fuel Economy Trip Odometer | Trip Elapsed Drive Time | Compass (if equipped) | Outside air temperature (if equipped) For a more detailed description of the ...
...a complimentary roadside assistance program. Box 6248 Dearborn, Michigan 48121 (800) 392-3673 September 2003 Second Printing Quick Reference Ford Taurus Litho in the ON position, the message center, located on your instrument cluster, displays important vehicle information through the ...my be used without the A/C on the CD. 01 SET BUTTON Setup menu controls the following control displays: Odometer | Distance to Empty | Average Fuel Economy Trip Odometer | Trip Elapsed Drive Time | Compass (if equipped) | Outside air temperature (if equipped) For a more detailed description of the ...
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... (IF EQUIPPED) Press to turn on ) or unlit for approximately three inches of the gearshift lever to the bountiful amenities, every Taurus is an engine immobilization system. Pull stalk toward you to briefly flash the high beams. Push stalk away to release the trunk. ...activate the hazard flashers. Continued driving with a console-mounted gearshift lever, you wish to Fuel Filler cap in the P (Park) position. Refer to tilt the mirror. Please note that for the best fuel economy. Next, move the gearshift lever from being started unless a coded key programmed to your...
... (IF EQUIPPED) Press to turn on ) or unlit for approximately three inches of the gearshift lever to the bountiful amenities, every Taurus is an engine immobilization system. Pull stalk toward you to briefly flash the high beams. Push stalk away to release the trunk. ...activate the hazard flashers. Continued driving with a console-mounted gearshift lever, you wish to Fuel Filler cap in the P (Park) position. Refer to tilt the mirror. Please note that for the best fuel economy. Next, move the gearshift lever from being started unless a coded key programmed to your...