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... Dual electronic automatic temperature control Navigation system based climate control Rear window defroster 50 50 53 55 59 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement 61 61 68 69 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Adaptive cruise control Moon roof 75 75 77 82 85 87 89 99 1 2010 Taurus (500) Owners Guide...
... Dual electronic automatic temperature control Navigation system based climate control Rear window defroster 50 50 53 55 59 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement 61 61 68 69 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Adaptive cruise control Moon roof 75 75 77 82 85 87 89 99 1 2010 Taurus (500) Owners Guide...
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... the indicators flash faster, check for more information. 16 2010 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) It will illuminate on . Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged or when the ACC is engaged while ...Controls chapter for more information. Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged or when the ACC is engaged without following a vehicle. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on the windshield in certain instances when using adaptive cruise control and/or the collision warning system. Adaptive cruise control...
... the indicators flash faster, check for more information. 16 2010 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) It will illuminate on . Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged or when the ACC is engaged while ...Controls chapter for more information. Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged or when the ACC is engaged without following a vehicle. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on the windshield in certain instances when using adaptive cruise control and/or the collision warning system. Adaptive cruise control...
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ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) (IF EQUIPPED) Adaptive cruise control is much like speed control, only this system is reached then press SET -. At startup, ... in front of three GAP settings, the controls are located on the accelerator pedal. 89 2010 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed to maintain ...the current speed by either pressing the brake pedal or pressing the steering wheel ON/OFF control. In addition, the driver can deactivate the system at any time by manually pressing on the steering ...
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) (IF EQUIPPED) Adaptive cruise control is much like speed control, only this system is reached then press SET -. At startup, ... in front of three GAP settings, the controls are located on the accelerator pedal. 89 2010 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed to maintain ...the current speed by either pressing the brake pedal or pressing the steering wheel ON/OFF control. In addition, the driver can deactivate the system at any time by manually pressing on the steering ...
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... or objects in the roadway. • Oncoming vehicles in heavy traffic or on the steering wheel. 1. Additionally, adaptive cruise control will display CRUISE ON RADAR READY. 2. Setting adaptive cruise control Note: It is not a collision warning or avoidance system. WARNING: Do not use in a collision, serious injury... control. Driver Controls WARNING: Always pay attention to follow any of the vehicle at all times. The message center will not detect: • Stationary or slow moving vehicles below or failing to pay close attention to the desired speed. 90 2010 Taurus ...
... or objects in the roadway. • Oncoming vehicles in heavy traffic or on the steering wheel. 1. Additionally, adaptive cruise control will display CRUISE ON RADAR READY. 2. Setting adaptive cruise control Note: It is not a collision warning or avoidance system. WARNING: Do not use in a collision, serious injury... control. Driver Controls WARNING: Always pay attention to follow any of the vehicle at all times. The message center will not detect: • Stationary or slow moving vehicles below or failing to pay close attention to the desired speed. 90 2010 Taurus ...
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...adaptive cruise control system. Note: The brakes may emit a sound when they are available: Message center display GAP GAP GAP 92 Following distance 1 second 1.5 seconds 2.3 seconds Following distance Dynamic at 60 mph behavior (96 km/h) 29 yards (26 m) Sporty 44 yards (40 m) Normal 66 yards (60 m) Comfort 2010 Taurus...Three gap distance settings are being modulated by the radar sensor. a red warning bar illuminating on the windshield. WARNING: Adaptive cruise control only warns of you can be delayed. Setting the gap distance The distance between the vehicle in front. If the ...
...adaptive cruise control system. Note: The brakes may emit a sound when they are available: Message center display GAP GAP GAP 92 Following distance 1 second 1.5 seconds 2.3 seconds Following distance Dynamic at 60 mph behavior (96 km/h) 29 yards (26 m) Sporty 44 yards (40 m) Normal 66 yards (60 m) Comfort 2010 Taurus...Three gap distance settings are being modulated by the radar sensor. a red warning bar illuminating on the windshield. WARNING: Adaptive cruise control only warns of you can be delayed. Setting the gap distance The distance between the vehicle in front. If the ...
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... speed and press and release the SET + or SET - Disengaging the adaptive cruise control will decrease to the driving conditions. Disengaging adaptive cruise control Press the brake pedal to the new set speed, or a lower speed if following a slower vehicle. When the accelerator is active. 93 2010 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The set speed...
... speed and press and release the SET + or SET - Disengaging the adaptive cruise control will decrease to the driving conditions. Disengaging adaptive cruise control Press the brake pedal to the new set speed, or a lower speed if following a slower vehicle. When the accelerator is active. 93 2010 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The set speed...
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...not attach safety chains to select the L (Low) gear position when additional engine braking is needed . WARNING: Do not operate Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) when towing a trailer equipped with brakes. This can cause damage to your vehicle's brake system. Contact your authorized ... mountainous areas), additional engine braking is needed to reduce the load on the vehicle's regular brake system to prevent them from overheating. 238 2010 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are working. ...
...not attach safety chains to select the L (Low) gear position when additional engine braking is needed . WARNING: Do not operate Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) when towing a trailer equipped with brakes. This can cause damage to your vehicle's brake system. Contact your authorized ... mountainous areas), additional engine braking is needed to reduce the load on the vehicle's regular brake system to prevent them from overheating. 238 2010 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are working. ...
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... (ABS) pump Starter relay Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relay ABS valve Adaptive cruise control Not used Not used Left headlamp Alternator Not used Instrument panel power point Rear window defroster Console power point Front heated or heated/cooled seats Powertrain control module (PCM) (keep alive power), Canister vent A/C clutch Right headlamp 2010 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 3rd...
... (ABS) pump Starter relay Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relay ABS valve Adaptive cruise control Not used Not used Left headlamp Alternator Not used Instrument panel power point Rear window defroster Console power point Front heated or heated/cooled seats Powertrain control module (PCM) (keep alive power), Canister vent A/C clutch Right headlamp 2010 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 3rd...
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Index A Accessory delay ...84 Adaptive Cruise Control ...89 AdvanceTrac ...251 AdvanceTrac Sport Mode ...256 Air cleaner filter ...368-369 Air conditioning ...50, 53 automatic temperature control system ...55 manual heating and air conditioning system ...50 Airbag supplemental restraint system ...177-178, 186, 188 and child safety seats ...179 description ... ...370 lubricant specifications ...370 parking ...250 shift interlock ...257 Bulbs ...69 C Capacities for refilling fluids ...370 Car2U Home Automation System ...105 2010 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Index A Accessory delay ...84 Adaptive Cruise Control ...89 AdvanceTrac ...251 AdvanceTrac Sport Mode ...256 Air cleaner filter ...368-369 Air conditioning ...50, 53 automatic temperature control system ...55 manual heating and air conditioning system ...50 Airbag supplemental restraint system ...177-178, 186, 188 and child safety seats ...179 description ... ...370 lubricant specifications ...370 parking ...250 shift interlock ...257 Bulbs ...69 C Capacities for refilling fluids ...370 Car2U Home Automation System ...105 2010 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Quick Reference Guide 2nd Printing
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...® phone features, if equipped. 7 Displays important vehicle Message Center Adaptive Cruise Control (if equipped) not brake without fluid. • and hold briefly for more information on the road while your cruise control is started, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Power Rear... Sunshade (if equipped) 4 Manual Override Control Press repeatedly to cycle through the instrument panel vents to your vehicle...
...® phone features, if equipped. 7 Displays important vehicle Message Center Adaptive Cruise Control (if equipped) not brake without fluid. • and hold briefly for more information on the road while your cruise control is started, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Power Rear... Sunshade (if equipped) 4 Manual Override Control Press repeatedly to cycle through the instrument panel vents to your vehicle...