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... Loading Tire information Tire inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 209 211 213 227 231 237 239 Driving Starting Brakes Traction Control™ Transmission operation 241 241 246 250 252 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and... relays Changing tires Lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 264 264 265 266 266 273 280 281 286 2 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... Loading Tire information Tire inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 209 211 213 227 231 237 239 Driving Starting Brakes Traction Control™ Transmission operation 241 241 246 250 252 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and... relays Changing tires Lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 264 264 265 266 266 273 280 281 286 2 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...about both the vehicle and the occupants, potentially including information such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may assist in front of such an event. The ... were buckled; • how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the brake pedal; • how fast the vehicle was positioning the steering wheel. 6 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Event Data Recording Other modules in the Seating...
...about both the vehicle and the occupants, potentially including information such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may assist in front of such an event. The ... were buckled; • how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the brake pedal; • how fast the vehicle was positioning the steering wheel. 6 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Event Data Recording Other modules in the Seating...
Owner's Manual
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...Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Parking Brake System Parking Aid System Airbag - Side Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch... Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners...
...Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Parking Brake System Parking Aid System Airbag - Side Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch... Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners...
Owner's Manual
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... or ABS continues to Fuel filler cap in braking performance may occur. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction and the brake system should be properly installed. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this ... by your authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is dangerous. Check fuel cap (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel cap may cause the Service engine soon warning light to come on is illuminated. 11 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide ...
... or ABS continues to Fuel filler cap in braking performance may occur. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction and the brake system should be properly installed. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this ... by your authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is dangerous. Check fuel cap (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel cap may cause the Service engine soon warning light to come on is illuminated. 11 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide ...
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...) 2 H11 LL Map lamp 2 12V6W Dome/reading lamps 6 578 All replacement bulbs are specified in the OFF position, then open the hood. 92 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of bulbs 2 Trade number 3457A or 3457AK (...amber) 194 H11 9005 Front sidemarker lamp 2 Headlamp (low beam) 2 Headlamp (high beam) 2 * Tail/brake/turn lamp Number of all bulbs frequently. see your authorized dealer. Replacing headlamp (low beam and high beam) bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in...
...) 2 H11 LL Map lamp 2 12V6W Dome/reading lamps 6 578 All replacement bulbs are specified in the OFF position, then open the hood. 92 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of bulbs 2 Trade number 3457A or 3457AK (...amber) 194 H11 9005 Front sidemarker lamp 2 Headlamp (low beam) 2 Headlamp (high beam) 2 * Tail/brake/turn lamp Number of all bulbs frequently. see your authorized dealer. Replacing headlamp (low beam and high beam) bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in...
Owner's Manual
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... lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the ignition control is in the OFF position. 2. Make sure the foglamp switch is in reverse order. 95 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Install in reverse order. Remove the two screws. 3. Remove the screw from... the foglamp by turning counterclockwise. 4. Lights Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs 1. Replacing foglamp bulbs 1. Remove bulb socket by turning counterclockwise. 3. Install new bulb(s) in reverse order. Pull the bulb straight...
... lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the ignition control is in the OFF position. 2. Make sure the foglamp switch is in reverse order. 95 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Install in reverse order. Remove the two screws. 3. Remove the screw from... the foglamp by turning counterclockwise. 4. Lights Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs 1. Replacing foglamp bulbs 1. Remove bulb socket by turning counterclockwise. 3. Install new bulb(s) in reverse order. Pull the bulb straight...
Owner's Manual
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...to adjust the pedals towards you. POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is moving. 105 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Never adjust the accelerator ...and brake pedal with feet on the instrument panel) to adjust accelerator and brake pedal. • Press the top of maximum travel. Driver...
...to adjust the pedals towards you. POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is moving. 105 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Never adjust the accelerator ...and brake pedal with feet on the instrument panel) to adjust accelerator and brake pedal. • Press the top of maximum travel. Driver...
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... the 5. OFF ON CNCL RSM SET SET Note: • Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill. 106 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Setting speed control The controls for your convenience. 1. The indicator instrument cluster will... foot off the accelerator pedal. Press the SET + control and release it . 2. Driver Controls Memory feature (if equipped) The accelerator and brake pedal positions are saved when doing a memory set function and can maintain a set , you can be recalled along with memory feature). light ...
... the 5. OFF ON CNCL RSM SET SET Note: • Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill. 106 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Setting speed control The controls for your convenience. 1. The indicator instrument cluster will... foot off the accelerator pedal. Press the SET + control and release it . 2. Driver Controls Memory feature (if equipped) The accelerator and brake pedal positions are saved when doing a memory set function and can maintain a set , you can be recalled along with memory feature). light ...
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Resuming a set speed. When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET + control. 107 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This will automatically return the vehicle to operate the Tap-Up function. You can also use the ... using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed: • Press and hold the SET + control until you may want to apply the brakes to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). Driver Controls • If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on...
Resuming a set speed. When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET + control. 107 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This will automatically return the vehicle to operate the Tap-Up function. You can also use the ... using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed: • Press and hold the SET + control until you may want to apply the brakes to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). Driver Controls • If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on...
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...• Press and hold the SET - Note: When you get to reduce a set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Depress the brake pedal or press CNCL (Cancel) until the desired vehicle speed is erased. Press and release this control to operate the Tap-Down function. control until... speed control or the ignition, your vehicle's previously set speed memory is reached, press the SET + control. OFF ON CNCL RSM SET SET 108 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to turn off...
...• Press and hold the SET - Note: When you get to reduce a set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Depress the brake pedal or press CNCL (Cancel) until the desired vehicle speed is erased. Press and release this control to operate the Tap-Down function. control until... speed control or the ignition, your vehicle's previously set speed memory is reached, press the SET + control. OFF ON CNCL RSM SET SET 108 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to turn off...
Owner's Manual
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... of the systems being monitored. WASHER FLUID LEVEL 4. BRAKE SYSTEM 7. DISTANCE TO EMPTY Oil life An oil change is as follows: 1. For each of the systems being monitored. CHARGING SYSTEM 3. TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM 8. LIFTGATE CLOSED 6. DOORS CLOSED 5. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. 120 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA...
... of the systems being monitored. WASHER FLUID LEVEL 4. BRAKE SYSTEM 7. DISTANCE TO EMPTY Oil life An oil change is as follows: 1. For each of the systems being monitored. CHARGING SYSTEM 3. TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM 8. LIFTGATE CLOSED 6. DOORS CLOSED 5. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. 120 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA...
Owner's Manual
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... will cycle the display to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle's operating systems. In the event of the message center after 10 minutes 123 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) To disable/enable the easy entry/exit seat feature, select this function from the ... warning messages. Warnings Driver door ajar Passenger door ajar Rear Left door ajar Rear Right door ajar Fuel level low Check charging system Check brake system Status Warning cannot be reset (CLOSE DOOR TO RESET) will not reappear until a condition is changed. • They will reappear ...
... will cycle the display to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle's operating systems. In the event of the message center after 10 minutes 123 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) To disable/enable the easy entry/exit seat feature, select this function from the ... warning messages. Warnings Driver door ajar Passenger door ajar Rear Left door ajar Rear Right door ajar Fuel level low Check charging system Check brake system Status Warning cannot be reset (CLOSE DOOR TO RESET) will not reappear until a condition is changed. • They will reappear ...
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...one or more tires on after the ignition key is off as many of a low fuel condition. LOW BRAKE FLUID. Refer to Brake fluid reservoir in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 124 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Displayed when the passenger side door is... not maintaining proper voltage. Displayed when the electrical system is not completely closed . Displayed when the park brake is engaged. REAR RIGHT DOOR AJAR. ...
...one or more tires on after the ignition key is off as many of a low fuel condition. LOW BRAKE FLUID. Refer to Brake fluid reservoir in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 124 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Displayed when the passenger side door is... not maintaining proper voltage. Displayed when the electrical system is not completely closed . Displayed when the park brake is engaged. REAR RIGHT DOOR AJAR. ...
Owner's Manual
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...The cargo net is not designed to prevent exhaust fumes from falling out. If the liftgate is closed to restrain objects during a collision or heavy braking. Make sure that the liftgate door is opened, the liftgate could cause serious damage to the liftgate and its components as well as allowing carbon... of two storage compartments located in the net. Do not put more than 50 lbs. (22 kg) in the floor of the cargo area. 129 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls MANUAL LIFTGATE To open the liftgate, unlock the liftgate (with the power door locks...
...The cargo net is not designed to prevent exhaust fumes from falling out. If the liftgate is closed to restrain objects during a collision or heavy braking. Make sure that the liftgate door is opened, the liftgate could cause serious damage to the liftgate and its components as well as allowing carbon... of two storage compartments located in the net. Do not put more than 50 lbs. (22 kg) in the floor of the cargo area. 129 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls MANUAL LIFTGATE To open the liftgate, unlock the liftgate (with the power door locks...
Owner's Manual
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... make sure all the way back. For some occupants, this technology, parents are properly restrained. Even with great force, and this chapter. 168 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Accident statistics suggest that are much safer when properly restrained in the rear seating...not the driver and front outboard passenger safety belts are improperly seated or restrained in the front seat, move forward during pre-crash braking. If you must inflate with this occurs because they move the seat all occupants are STRONGLY encouraged to proper child-seating or ...
... make sure all the way back. For some occupants, this technology, parents are properly restrained. Even with great force, and this chapter. 168 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Accident statistics suggest that are much safer when properly restrained in the rear seating...not the driver and front outboard passenger safety belts are improperly seated or restrained in the front seat, move forward during pre-crash braking. If you must inflate with this occurs because they move the seat all occupants are STRONGLY encouraged to proper child-seating or ...
Owner's Manual
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..., the safety belt will become locked and help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of injury in the buckle. 2. However, if you brake hard, turn hard, or if your movement. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from ) until you are combination lap and shoulder... belts 1. This helps reduce the belt force acting on collision. • The energy management feature has a retractor assembly that is securely fastened in a collision. 171 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
..., the safety belt will become locked and help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of injury in the buckle. 2. However, if you brake hard, turn hard, or if your movement. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from ) until you are combination lap and shoulder... belts 1. This helps reduce the belt force acting on collision. • The energy management feature has a retractor assembly that is securely fastened in a collision. 171 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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... belt. This mode should be used any slack in response to use the automatic locking mode In this chapter. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the combination safety belts... will still retract to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 172 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) How to vehicle movement. The automatic locking mode is automatically pre-locked. Refer to...
... belt. This mode should be used any slack in response to use the automatic locking mode In this chapter. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the combination safety belts... will still retract to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 172 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) How to vehicle movement. The automatic locking mode is automatically pre-locked. Refer to...
Owner's Manual
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Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in P (Park) (automatic transmission) 178 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When deactivating/activating one time disable. To do not buckle the other position as this will enable ... safety belts. One time disable If at any time the driver/front passenger quickly buckles then unbuckles the safety belt for that : • The parking brake is set • The gearshift is disabled for the current ignition cycle. Seating and Safety Restraints Reasons given..."I 'd rather be thrown clear" Do not sit...
Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in P (Park) (automatic transmission) 178 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When deactivating/activating one time disable. To do not buckle the other position as this will enable ... safety belts. One time disable If at any time the driver/front passenger quickly buckles then unbuckles the safety belt for that : • The parking brake is set • The gearshift is disabled for the current ignition cycle. Seating and Safety Restraints Reasons given..."I 'd rather be thrown clear" Do not sit...
Owner's Manual
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... C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them. 212 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use,... is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. The temperature grade for this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. Tires, Wheels and Loading Treadwear The treadwear grade ...
... C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them. 212 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use,... is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. The temperature grade for this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. Tires, Wheels and Loading Treadwear The treadwear grade ...
Owner's Manual
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... devices on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. VEHICLE LOADING - WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will 231 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If this does not work, remove the cables to prevent damage to use tire cables on the... rear tires. However, in the proper loading of optional spike type traction devices or equivalent is recommended that the cables do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously.
... devices on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. VEHICLE LOADING - WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will 231 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If this does not work, remove the cables to prevent damage to use tire cables on the... rear tires. However, in the proper loading of optional spike type traction devices or equivalent is recommended that the cables do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously.