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...default to single-zone operation and set the temperature to the highest speed. 5. Set the fan to 60°F (16°C). 2. CABIN AIR FILTER Your vehicle is turned off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed, press the control again. This system provides the following benefits: •... This may cause damage to remove decals from particle deposits. 60 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) To manually turn off . Direct the outer instrument panel vents toward the side windows. The particulate air filtration system is located on to clear the rear window of the...
...default to single-zone operation and set the temperature to the highest speed. 5. Set the fan to 60°F (16°C). 2. CABIN AIR FILTER Your vehicle is turned off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed, press the control again. This system provides the following benefits: •... This may cause damage to remove decals from particle deposits. 60 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) To manually turn off . Direct the outer instrument panel vents toward the side windows. The particulate air filtration system is located on to clear the rear window of the...
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For replacement intervals, refer to prevent foreign objects from entering the system. Climate Controls Note: A cabin air filter must be installed at all times to the Scheduled Maintenance chapter. For more information regarding your filter, see your authorized dealer. 61 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Running the system without a filter in place could result in degradation or damage to the system.
For replacement intervals, refer to prevent foreign objects from entering the system. Climate Controls Note: A cabin air filter must be installed at all times to the Scheduled Maintenance chapter. For more information regarding your filter, see your authorized dealer. 61 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Running the system without a filter in place could result in degradation or damage to the system.
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.... Note: Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for any damage to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs. Maintenance and Specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Battery Oil filter Spark plugs Cabin air filter Windshield wiper blade 1 3.5L V6 Engine 3.5L V6 SHO...-4111 FP68 FP68 WW-2601-PF (driver side) WW-2001-PF (passenger side) Refer to the engine if such spark plugs are not used. 366 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
.... Note: Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for any damage to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs. Maintenance and Specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Battery Oil filter Spark plugs Cabin air filter Windshield wiper blade 1 3.5L V6 Engine 3.5L V6 SHO...-4111 FP68 FP68 WW-2601-PF (driver side) WW-2001-PF (passenger side) Refer to the engine if such spark plugs are not used. 366 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
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lubricate if equipped with dipstick); Scheduled Maintenance Normal Scheduled Maintenance At every oil change Change engine oil and filter interval as indicated Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread by the message depth center Perform multi-point inspection (...brake Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped) Inspect engine cooling system strength and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect rear axle and U-joints; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter Do not exceed one year or 10,000 miles (16,000 km) between service intervals 389 2012 Taurus Owners Guide...
lubricate if equipped with dipstick); Scheduled Maintenance Normal Scheduled Maintenance At every oil change Change engine oil and filter interval as indicated Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread by the message depth center Perform multi-point inspection (...brake Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped) Inspect engine cooling system strength and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect rear axle and U-joints; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter Do not exceed one year or 10,000 miles (16,000 km) between service intervals 389 2012 Taurus Owners Guide...
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... km) 390 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Scheduled Maintenance Additional maintenance items1 Miles (x 1,000) 20 30 40 60 80 90 100 120 140 150 Kilometers (x 1,000) 32 48 64 96 128 144 160 192 225 240 Replace cabin air filter (if equipped Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped Replace engine air filter Change engine...
... km) 390 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Scheduled Maintenance Additional maintenance items1 Miles (x 1,000) 20 30 40 60 80 90 100 120 140 150 Kilometers (x 1,000) 32 48 64 96 128 144 160 192 225 240 Replace cabin air filter (if equipped Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped Replace engine air filter Change engine...
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...axle maintenance items under any of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart Inspect frequently, Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) service as indicated. Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier As required Change engine oil and...it is not necessary to perform additional maintenance as required Replace engine air filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid (except (48,000 km) Focus) Every 60,000 miles Replace spark plugs (96,000 km) 394 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If you need to ...
...axle maintenance items under any of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart Inspect frequently, Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) service as indicated. Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier As required Change engine oil and...it is not necessary to perform additional maintenance as required Replace engine air filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid (except (48,000 km) Focus) Every 60,000 miles Replace spark plugs (96,000 km) 394 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) If you need to ...
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...OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message has not come on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular unleaded fuel 395 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) perform the engine air filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 28,751 miles (46,270 km); Scheduled... the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Inspect frequently, Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) service as required Replace engine air filter Every 5,000 miles Inspect the wheels and related components for (8,000 km) abnormal noise, wear, looseness ...
...OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message has not come on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular unleaded fuel 395 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) perform the engine air filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 28,751 miles (46,270 km); Scheduled... the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Inspect frequently, Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) service as required Replace engine air filter Every 5,000 miles Inspect the wheels and related components for (8,000 km) abnormal noise, wear, looseness ...
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Scheduled Maintenance Edge/MKX AWD only - Engine air filter & cabin air filter replacement: Engine air filter and cabin air filter life is dependent on exposure to dusty and dirty conditions. ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Initial change ...2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Vehicles operated in sand during high ambient temperatures must replace the AWD PTU (All-wheel drive Power Transfer Unit) lube every 20,000 miles (32,000 km). vehicles operating off-road in these conditions will require frequent inspection and replacement of the engine air filter and cabin air filter...
Scheduled Maintenance Edge/MKX AWD only - Engine air filter & cabin air filter replacement: Engine air filter and cabin air filter life is dependent on exposure to dusty and dirty conditions. ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Initial change ...2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Vehicles operated in sand during high ambient temperatures must replace the AWD PTU (All-wheel drive Power Transfer Unit) lube every 20,000 miles (32,000 km). vehicles operating off-road in these conditions will require frequent inspection and replacement of the engine air filter and cabin air filter...