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...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. Copyright © 2007 Ford Motor Company 3 2008 Taurus X ...(219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of Contents Customer Assistance Reporting safety ...
...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. Copyright © 2007 Ford Motor Company 3 2008 Taurus X ...(219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of Contents Customer Assistance Reporting safety ...
Owner's Manual
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Protecting the environment We must all play our part in . Vary your Owner's Guide. 5 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Introduction SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in . These comments should be read and observed. BREAKING... is highlighted in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of this guide before towing a trailer. See Engine oil in this respect is not covered by the warning triangle symbol. SPECIAL NOTICES New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of personal injury to drive...
Protecting the environment We must all play our part in . Vary your Owner's Guide. 5 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Introduction SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in . These comments should be read and observed. BREAKING... is highlighted in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of this guide before towing a trailer. See Engine oil in this respect is not covered by the warning triangle symbol. SPECIAL NOTICES New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of personal injury to drive...
Owner's Manual
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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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... falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your safety belt. Refer to Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 12 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When the ignition is...
... falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your safety belt. Refer to Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 12 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When the ignition is...
Owner's Manual
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... it straight down. 4. Remove the bulb socket by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to access the bulb sockets and connectors. 93 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Replacing front sidemarker bulbs 1. Grasp the bulb only by...
... it straight down. 4. Remove the bulb socket by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to access the bulb sockets and connectors. 93 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Replacing front sidemarker bulbs 1. Grasp the bulb only by...
Owner's Manual
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...of the monitored systems, the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for the following displays: • System Check • Oil Life • Language • Units (English/Metric) • Autolamp Delay (if equipped) • Autolock (if equipped) • Autounlock (if ...Driver Controls Setup menu Press this control for two to cycle through each of the systems being monitored. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. 120 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of...
...of the monitored systems, the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for the following displays: • System Check • Oil Life • Language • Units (English/Metric) • Autolamp Delay (if equipped) • Autolock (if equipped) • Autounlock (if ...Driver Controls Setup menu Press this control for two to cycle through each of the systems being monitored. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. 120 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of...
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...following: 1. Each press of 100% equals 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months. Driver Controls To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after the ignition is switched off. 121 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Select this function from the SETUP menu for 2 seconds and ...release. Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each oil change from the SETUP menu for up to three...
...following: 1. Each press of 100% equals 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months. Driver Controls To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after the ignition is switched off. 121 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Select this function from the SETUP menu for 2 seconds and ...release. Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each oil change from the SETUP menu for up to three...
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...RUN Park brake engaged Low tire pressure Tire pressure monitor fault Tire pressure sensor fault Liftgate ajar Washer fluid level low Change oil soon Oil change required DRIVER DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the electrical system is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately. ... . Displayed when the right rear door is not completely closed . 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 as possible. If the warning stays on , contact your authorized dealer as...
...RUN Park brake engaged Low tire pressure Tire pressure monitor fault Tire pressure sensor fault Liftgate ajar Washer fluid level low Change oil soon Oil change required DRIVER DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the electrical system is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately. ... . Displayed when the right rear door is not completely closed . 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 as possible. If the warning stays on , contact your authorized dealer as...
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...as the liftgate begins to play near an open or close request, caused by: 125 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When oil life left reaches 0%, the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message will only operate with the close the liftgate with the following controls. ... • outside liftgate control button • control button in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. The liftgate will be displayed. OIL CHANGE REQUIRED/CHANGE OIL SOON. For more information on , have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. Do not allow children to power close....
...as the liftgate begins to play near an open or close request, caused by: 125 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When oil life left reaches 0%, the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message will only operate with the close the liftgate with the following controls. ... • outside liftgate control button • control button in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. The liftgate will be displayed. OIL CHANGE REQUIRED/CHANGE OIL SOON. For more information on , have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. Do not allow children to power close....
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... of your authorized dealer. • Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents or cleaners intended for rubber, vinyl and plastics, or oil/petroleum-based leather conditioners. Such products could contaminate the side airbag system and affect performance of the seat materials. Keep body and door drain holes...not oversaturate) or the ring will set. • Do not use the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit (ZC-11-D), available from packed dirt. 301 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Dry the area with seat-mounted side airbags only).
... of your authorized dealer. • Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents or cleaners intended for rubber, vinyl and plastics, or oil/petroleum-based leather conditioners. Such products could contaminate the side airbag system and affect performance of the seat materials. Keep body and door drain holes...not oversaturate) or the ring will set. • Do not use the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit (ZC-11-D), available from packed dirt. 301 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Dry the area with seat-mounted side airbags only).
Owner's Manual
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...the wiper arm and press it into the oil pan. 3. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it from wiper arm. 3. Maintenance and Specifications To replace the wiper blade: 1. Pull the wiper blade toward the base of the wiper arm and remove it again. 308 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-...fmt) USA (fus) Lift and hold the wiper blade off and wait a few minutes for checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is securely latched in P (Park). 4. Protect ...
...the wiper arm and press it into the oil pan. 3. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it from wiper arm. 3. Maintenance and Specifications To replace the wiper blade: 1. Pull the wiper blade toward the base of the wiper arm and remove it again. 308 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-...fmt) USA (fus) Lift and hold the wiper blade off and wait a few minutes for checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is securely latched in P (Park). 4. Protect ...
Owner's Manual
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... operating range on the engine oil level dipstick. 309 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Make sure the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. • If required, add engine oil to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. •...
... operating range on the engine oil level dipstick. 309 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Make sure the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. • If required, add engine oil to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. •...
Owner's Manual
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... are designed for your engine application. 310 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil Only use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine treatments. To protect your engine oil and filter according to engine damage that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up...
... are designed for your engine application. 310 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil Only use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine treatments. To protect your engine oil and filter according to engine damage that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up...
Owner's Manual
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... stop -and-go driving. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with alcohol may lower fuel economy. 325 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to turn off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce... the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information. Unnecessary shifting of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil.
... stop -and-go driving. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with alcohol may lower fuel economy. 325 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to turn off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce... the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information. Unnecessary shifting of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil.
Owner's Manual
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...the PCV valve with ones that the air cleaner cover tabs are not used. 333 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: Failure to... the slots of the items listed in severe engine damage. It is one that meets Ford material and design specifications for any damage to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing ...Maintenance and Specifications 6. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 3.5L V6 Engine Engine air filter element FA-1884 Battery BXT-59 Oil filter FL-400-SB12 1 PCV valve 2 Spark plugs 1 The PCV valve is not used . 2 For spark...
...the PCV valve with ones that the air cleaner cover tabs are not used. 333 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Note: Failure to... the slots of the items listed in severe engine damage. It is one that meets Ford material and design specifications for any damage to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing ...Maintenance and Specifications 6. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 3.5L V6 Engine Engine air filter element FA-1884 Battery BXT-59 Oil filter FL-400-SB12 1 PCV valve 2 Spark plugs 1 The PCV valve is not used . 2 For spark...
Owner's Manual
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...Brake fluid Between MAX and MIN on reservoir Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Multi-Purpose Grease XG-4 or XL-5 / ESA-M1C93-B Door latch, hood latch, auxiliary hood latch, seat tracks, trunk and liftgate latches - Lock cylinders - 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt... Rear Axle WSL-M2C192-A (PTU) fluid (AWD)5 Lubricant Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 XO-5W20-QSP (US) Premium Synthetic CXO-5W20-LSP12 Blend Motor Oil (US) (Canada) / Engine oil 5.5 quarts (5.2L) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 WSS-M2C930-A and API Super Premium Motor Certification Mark...
...Brake fluid Between MAX and MIN on reservoir Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Multi-Purpose Grease XG-4 or XL-5 / ESA-M1C93-B Door latch, hood latch, auxiliary hood latch, seat tracks, trunk and liftgate latches - Lock cylinders - 2008 Taurus X (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt... Rear Axle WSL-M2C192-A (PTU) fluid (AWD)5 Lubricant Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 XO-5W20-QSP (US) Premium Synthetic CXO-5W20-LSP12 Blend Motor Oil (US) (Canada) / Engine oil 5.5 quarts (5.2L) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 WSS-M2C930-A and API Super Premium Motor Certification Mark...
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...Engine oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. 5 See your vehicle. 4 Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may vary during fluid changes. Items VC-7-B / WSS-M97B51-A1 X T-5-QM / MERCON V ZC-32-A / WSB-M8B16-A2 2008 Taurus X... (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Capacity Ford Part Number / Ford Specification Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft Premium 11.1 quarts Engine coolant Gold Engine Coolant (10.5L) Engine coolant ...
...Engine oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. 5 See your vehicle. 4 Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may vary during fluid changes. Items VC-7-B / WSS-M97B51-A1 X T-5-QM / MERCON V ZC-32-A / WSB-M8B16-A2 2008 Taurus X... (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Capacity Ford Part Number / Ford Specification Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft Premium 11.1 quarts Engine coolant Gold Engine Coolant (10.5L) Engine coolant ...
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... ...244 Engine oil ...308 change oil soon warning, message center ...308 checking and adding ...308 dipstick ...308 filter, specifications ...310, 333 recommendations ...310 refill capacities ...334 specifications ...334 Event data recording ...6 2008 Taurus X (219)... Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) and Canada ...293 Getting roadside assistance ...264 Getting the service you need ...288 Ordering additional owner's literature ...294 Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...292 342 D Daytime running lamps (see Speed control) ...106 Customer Assistance ...264 Ford...
... ...244 Engine oil ...308 change oil soon warning, message center ...308 checking and adding ...308 dipstick ...308 filter, specifications ...310, 333 recommendations ...310 refill capacities ...334 specifications ...334 Event data recording ...6 2008 Taurus X (219)... Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) and Canada ...293 Getting roadside assistance ...264 Getting the service you need ...288 Ordering additional owner's literature ...294 Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...292 342 D Daytime running lamps (see Speed control) ...106 Customer Assistance ...264 Ford...
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...roof ...111 Motorcraft parts ...302, 317, 333 N Navigation system ...73 O Octane rating ...322 Oil (see Engine oil) ...308 Overdrive ...253 P Parking brake ...247 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...333 Passenger Occupant Classification... Sensor ...168 Power adjustable foot pedals ...105 Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...270 Power door locks ...132 Power liftgate ...125 Power mirrors ...104 Power point ...100 Power steering ...251 fluid, checking and adding ...329 2008 Taurus...
...roof ...111 Motorcraft parts ...302, 317, 333 N Navigation system ...73 O Octane rating ...322 Oil (see Engine oil) ...308 Overdrive ...253 P Parking brake ...247 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...333 Passenger Occupant Classification... Sensor ...168 Power adjustable foot pedals ...105 Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...270 Power door locks ...132 Power liftgate ...125 Power mirrors ...104 Power point ...100 Power steering ...251 fluid, checking and adding ...329 2008 Taurus...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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...follow the maintenance schedule that most part, do you is easy. Scheduled Maintenance 5 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) change Premium Gold coolant (whichever comes first...drive your driving habits and the conditions under typical, everyday conditions? GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Maximum Oil Change Interval General Owner's Information ❑ Normal Schedule: 7,500 miles or 6 months,...operation, whichever occurs first see page 42. For the most closely mirrors your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under which you will need to follow the Normal Schedule Trucks,...
...follow the maintenance schedule that most part, do you is easy. Scheduled Maintenance 5 2008 (smg) Scheduled Maintenance Guide USA (fus) change Premium Gold coolant (whichever comes first...drive your driving habits and the conditions under typical, everyday conditions? GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Maximum Oil Change Interval General Owner's Information ❑ Normal Schedule: 7,500 miles or 6 months,...operation, whichever occurs first see page 42. For the most closely mirrors your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under which you will need to follow the Normal Schedule Trucks,...