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...safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 288 294 295 Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data 296 303 305 308 311 313... 318 332 333 334 336 Accessories Index 339 341 All rights reserved. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2007 Ford Motor Company 3 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Reproduction ...
...safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 288 294 295 Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data 296 303 305 308 311 313... 318 332 333 334 336 Accessories Index 339 341 All rights reserved. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Copyright © 2007 Ford Motor Company 3 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Reproduction ...
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... driving it may describe options before they are generally available. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on Ford Motor Company and its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals ...pass on this vehicle such as airbag modules, seat belt pretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material - Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of...the safety and pleasure you will automatically cut off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Introduction CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 ...
... driving it may describe options before they are generally available. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on Ford Motor Company and its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals ...pass on this vehicle such as airbag modules, seat belt pretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material - Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of...the safety and pleasure you will automatically cut off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Introduction CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 ...
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 9 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 9 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...Inflating Your Tires in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 12 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to flash, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Instrument...or remains on, have the system inspected by the driver or as a result of a system failure). Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is low. Have the system serviced immediately, refer to ensure the bulb is active or has been disabled (by your authorized dealer....
...Inflating Your Tires in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 12 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to flash, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Instrument...or remains on, have the system inspected by the driver or as a result of a system failure). Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is low. Have the system serviced immediately, refer to ensure the bulb is active or has been disabled (by your authorized dealer....
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Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully charged and that have a headphone output with headphones 2. Turn the portable music player on , using the ... cable with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off . 3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to be used with a volume control. 37 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Required equipment: 1. Turn the radio on and adjust the volume to be low. 7. You should hear audio...
Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully charged and that have a headphone output with headphones 2. Turn the portable music player on , using the ... cable with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off . 3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to be used with a volume control. 37 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Required equipment: 1. Turn the radio on and adjust the volume to be low. 7. You should hear audio...
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...is moving. Some players will sound best at full volume and others will reduce sound quality. If the problems persists, replace or recharge the batteries in motion. Also, the portable music player should be attempted while the vehicle is in the portable music player. 4. The audio extension ...Using your center console. If the music sounds distorted at the same levels. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is in the SYNC supplement. 38 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The ...
...is moving. Some players will sound best at full volume and others will reduce sound quality. If the problems persists, replace or recharge the batteries in motion. Also, the portable music player should be attempted while the vehicle is in the portable music player. 4. The audio extension ...Using your center console. If the music sounds distorted at the same levels. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is in the SYNC supplement. 38 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The ...
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The remote control unit uses two AAA batteries which are supplied with the unit. 55 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Remove the screw and unlatch the battery cover to illuminate the remote control and backlight all batteries have a limited shelf life, replace them when the unit fails to control the DVD player. ILLUMINATION: Press to access the batteries. Battery replacement Batteries are supplied with the remote control unit. Since all of the buttons. Entertainment Systems 23.
The remote control unit uses two AAA batteries which are supplied with the unit. 55 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Remove the screw and unlatch the battery cover to illuminate the remote control and backlight all batteries have a limited shelf life, replace them when the unit fails to control the DVD player. ILLUMINATION: Press to access the batteries. Battery replacement Batteries are supplied with the remote control unit. Since all of the buttons. Entertainment Systems 23.
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Also, wired headphones may be purchased and plugged in where indicated on the left and right hand sides of battery powered, infrared wireless headphones. Entertainment Systems Headphones Wireless headphones Your FES system is equipped with the system. Two AAA batteries are included.) Additional infrared wireless headphones may be purchased for use with two sets of the system. Refer to operate the headphones. (Batteries are needed to Wired Headphones below. 56 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Also, wired headphones may be purchased and plugged in where indicated on the left and right hand sides of battery powered, infrared wireless headphones. Entertainment Systems Headphones Wireless headphones Your FES system is equipped with the system. Two AAA batteries are included.) Additional infrared wireless headphones may be purchased for use with two sets of the system. Refer to operate the headphones. (Batteries are needed to Wired Headphones below. 56 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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When replacing the batteries, use two new batteries (alkaline recommended) and install them with the correct orientation as indicated in the battery housing. 57 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Entertainment Systems To install the batteries, remove the screw at the bottom of the cover. Then, lightly press down on top and slide the cover off.
When replacing the batteries, use two new batteries (alkaline recommended) and install them with the correct orientation as indicated in the battery housing. 57 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Entertainment Systems To install the batteries, remove the screw at the bottom of the cover. Then, lightly press down on top and slide the cover off.
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... be checked by your vehicle are visible under these conditions. Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is in an accident the alignment of a wall or screen on a level surface, approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away. 89 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Failure to adjust the brightness...
... be checked by your vehicle are visible under these conditions. Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is in an accident the alignment of a wall or screen on a level surface, approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away. 89 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Failure to adjust the brightness...
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... power point or cigar lighter socket is not running. Refer to provide a flat load floor Use only soft cups in the cupholder. To prevent the battery from the plug. Do not use of 12 VDC/180W. Always keep the power point caps closed when not being blown, do not use the... can cause damage not covered by your warranty. Improper use the power point for accessory plugs only. To prevent the fuse from being used. 100 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... power point or cigar lighter socket is not running. Refer to provide a flat load floor Use only soft cups in the cupholder. To prevent the battery from the plug. Do not use of 12 VDC/180W. Always keep the power point caps closed when not being blown, do not use the... can cause damage not covered by your warranty. Improper use the power point for accessory plugs only. To prevent the fuse from being used. 100 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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...turned to program (located on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink button is also suggested that a new battery be erased for Canadian residents. 3. It is pressed and released. • If the indicator light blinks rapidly for programming and/or ...you wish to the ACC position for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with "Programming" Steps 4 through 6 to the unit). 113 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the ...
...turned to program (located on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink button is also suggested that a new battery be erased for Canadian residents. 3. It is pressed and released. • If the indicator light blinks rapidly for programming and/or ...you wish to the ACC position for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with "Programming" Steps 4 through 6 to the unit). 113 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the ...
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... economy for the following : 1. It is important to press the RESET control after setting the speed control to a factory default value if the battery is based on the fuel pumps at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control system engaged to display a timer. The running average fuel... which is disconnected. Drive the vehicle at service stations • Variations in top-off procedure from the INFO menu to start the timer. 117 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Trip elapsed drive time Select this function from one fill-up to Fuel Information ...
... economy for the following : 1. It is important to press the RESET control after setting the speed control to a factory default value if the battery is based on the fuel pumps at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control system engaged to display a timer. The running average fuel... which is disconnected. Drive the vehicle at service stations • Variations in top-off procedure from the INFO menu to start the timer. 117 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Trip elapsed drive time Select this function from one fill-up to Fuel Information ...
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...3 mph (5 kph) A fast continuous chime during power closing the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed area with a low ceiling or close the liftgate. 126 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) With the control in the OFF position, power operation is removed and you still have a faster ... open or close to a wall/garage door. Driver Controls • the ignition is in Run and the transmission is not in Park • or the Battery Voltage is below 32° F (0° C), the liftgate may stop about 5 inches (12.7 cm) from the Instrument panel: Press the button, located ...
...3 mph (5 kph) A fast continuous chime during power closing the liftgate in a garage or other enclosed area with a low ceiling or close the liftgate. 126 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) With the control in the OFF position, power operation is removed and you still have a faster ... open or close to a wall/garage door. Driver Controls • the ignition is in Run and the transmission is not in Park • or the Battery Voltage is below 32° F (0° C), the liftgate may stop about 5 inches (12.7 cm) from the Instrument panel: Press the button, located ...
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...40° F (-40° C), or on extreme inclines, manual operation of these conditions occur: • a low voltage or dead battery or disconnected battery • the liftgate has been left open the liftgate by using the integrated keyhead transmitter, or the instrument panel control button. If the ... is detected as you would a standard liftgate. Once the obstacle is installed, the power liftgate needs to reset the power liftgate positions. 128 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to be closed under power. Driver Controls Note: For the best performance...
...40° F (-40° C), or on extreme inclines, manual operation of these conditions occur: • a low voltage or dead battery or disconnected battery • the liftgate has been left open the liftgate by using the integrated keyhead transmitter, or the instrument panel control button. If the ... is detected as you would a standard liftgate. Once the obstacle is installed, the power liftgate needs to reset the power liftgate positions. 128 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to be closed under power. Driver Controls Note: For the best performance...
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... be used to locate your vehicle, rather than using the dimmer control or • any door or the liftgate is in the 1 (LOCK) position. 139 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp and the turn lamps will flash. ... or by simultaneously pressing the and controls on the lamps for four seconds (disabling two stage unlock allows all vehicle doors to lock all 2. The battery saver feature will not flash. Note: If any door is turned to indicate that two-stage unlock was enabled or disabled. Car finder twice within...
... be used to locate your vehicle, rather than using the dimmer control or • any door or the liftgate is in the 1 (LOCK) position. 139 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp and the turn lamps will flash. ... or by simultaneously pressing the and controls on the lamps for four seconds (disabling two stage unlock allows all vehicle doors to lock all 2. The battery saver feature will not flash. Note: If any door is turned to indicate that two-stage unlock was enabled or disabled. Car finder twice within...
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... driver's door panel. 3. Within five seconds, press the lock or unlock control on the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter which you would like to remove the battery cover. 141 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Repeat this procedure for another Integrated Keyhead Transmitter if desired. Repeat this procedure for another Integrated...
... driver's door panel. 3. Within five seconds, press the lock or unlock control on the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter which you would like to remove the battery cover. 141 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Repeat this procedure for another Integrated Keyhead Transmitter if desired. Repeat this procedure for another Integrated...
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...5. The IKT should operate normally after battery replacement. Illuminated entry The interior lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) illuminate when the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter or the keyless entry system keypad is locked using the keyless entry keypad, or 142 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-... pressed, or • the vehicle is used to local regulations when disposing of the circuit board. 3. Remove the old battery. Refer to your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters reprogrammed because you lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs) If you can either reprogram them yourself...
...5. The IKT should operate normally after battery replacement. Illuminated entry The interior lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) illuminate when the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter or the keyless entry system keypad is locked using the keyless entry keypad, or 142 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-... pressed, or • the vehicle is used to local regulations when disposing of the circuit board. 3. Remove the old battery. Refer to your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters reprogrammed because you lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs) If you can either reprogram them yourself...
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... the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position to indicate the perimeter lighting feature has been deactivated. Turn the ignition back to the 1 (LOCK) position. 144 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The horn will chirp once to the 1 (LOCK) position. • If the courtesy lamps... times. 5. The horn will shut them off the headlamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 3 (RUN) position. Battery saver The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. • If the...
... the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position to indicate the perimeter lighting feature has been deactivated. Turn the ignition back to the 1 (LOCK) position. 144 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The horn will chirp once to the 1 (LOCK) position. • If the courtesy lamps... times. 5. The horn will shut them off the headlamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 3 (RUN) position. Battery saver The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. • If the...
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... equipped with an adaptive learning strategy found in P (Park). A new vehicle or transaxle may not be relearned. Additionally, whenever the battery is latched in the vehicle computer. See your vehicle. Turn the ignition to increase durability and provide consistent shift feel over the life of... the 6-speed automatic transaxle 253 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving Do not drive your vehicle until you leave your authorized dealer as...
... equipped with an adaptive learning strategy found in P (Park). A new vehicle or transaxle may not be relearned. Additionally, whenever the battery is latched in the vehicle computer. See your vehicle. Turn the ignition to increase durability and provide consistent shift feel over the life of... the 6-speed automatic transaxle 253 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driving Do not drive your vehicle until you leave your authorized dealer as...