2001 Ford Taurus Support Question
2001 Ford Taurus Support Question
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Question posted by toneloc2783 on January 7th, 2013
Oil Light
Why does the oil light blink on my 2001 ford taurus although the oil has been changed and levels have been checked? Tapping can be heard at startup, but once engine heats up tapping quits.
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Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing - Page 7
... for All Vehicles: Check Check Check Check Check function of your dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service advice. Owner Checks and Services
Owner Checks and Services
Refer to the attention of all interior and exterior lights tires for wear and proper air pressure engine oil fluid level windshield washer solvent fluid level and drain fuel...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing - Page 11
...
Normal Schedule
15,000 miles
Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing - Page 13
...
Normal Schedule
30,000 miles
Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and if...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing - Page 14
...for wear. Normal Schedule
Normal Schedule
Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter...replace filter
35,000 miles
Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for : Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required
14...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing - Page 15
... cabin air filter, if equipped Change yellow or green engine coolant, if equipped
15 Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required
45,000 miles
Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing - Page 16
..., Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required
16 Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Replace fuel filter
50,000 miles
Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing - Page 17
...: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required
60,000 miles
Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing - Page 19
... life. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
19 Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required
70,000 miles
Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear. Normal Schedule
Normal Schedule
Additional services for: Natural...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing - Page 20
Normal Schedule
Normal Schedule
Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required
75,000 miles
Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect automatic transmission fluid level, if equipped with dipstick Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing - Page 22
... the maintenance be recorded.
22 Normal Schedule
Normal Schedule
Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required
90,000 miles
Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing - Page 23
...Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, and Vans Inspect and lubricate 4X2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550) Inspect and lubricate steering linkage (E and F Series, Expedition, Navigator, Excursion) Additional services for: Diesel Check... miles
Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing - Page 28
... coolant) Additional services for: Natural Gas and Propane Vehicles Inspect fuel tanks Drain coalescent fuel filter bowl and replace filter
125,000 miles
Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for optimal tire life.
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Warranty Guide 4th Printing - Page 13
... to Ford components caused by installation of non-Ford parts other fluids • wiper blades • oil/air filters • clutch linings • brake linings/pads • engine tune... manufacturer warranties, normal wear or worn-out tires are : • oil changes • cleaning/polishing • oils, lubricants, other than Ford, or damage to be a "total loss" by an insurance company;...
Warranty Guide 4th Printing - Page 16
...EMISSIONS PERFORMANCE WARRANTY COVERAGE If your vehicle or engine is sold - on pages 13-14. During this coverage period, Ford Motor Company warrants that: • your vehicle...light duty trucks. Under the Emissions Defect Warranty for passenger cars and light duty trucks (vehicles with a GVWR of the U.S. Under the Emissions Performance Warranty for passenger cars and light duty trucks, Ford...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 1
Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Contents
Before driving Introduction Instrumentation Controls and features Seating and safety restraints Starting and driving Starting... storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2001 Ford Motor Company
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Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 166
... ground. 2. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil indicator (dipstick). MIN
MAX
1QT
FULL
6. DO NOT ADD OIL.
166 Make sure the vehicle is on application), the oil level is securely latched in P. 4. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is acceptable. Maintenance and care
ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to drain into the...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 167
For instructions, refer to pour the engine oil into the opening. 3. Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by a service technician. 7. Adding engine oil 1. Make sure the oil level is not above the MAX mark, may cause engine damage. If the engine oil level is not within the 1QT-FULL or...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 175
... dealer check the engine cooling system. Your cooling system may harm the engine and cooling system components. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends the use of recycled engine coolant in this chapter. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in vehicles originally equipped with a low level...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 244
... control) ...53 Customer Assistance ...144 Ford accessories for your vehicle ...216 engine compartment ...218 exterior ...216-217 exterior...engine oil ...166 Doors door ajar warning ...9 lubricant specifications ...224 Driving under special conditions through water ...138 E Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ...156 Emission control system ...202 Engine ...226 check engine/service engine soon light...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 246
... change indicator (see Turn signal) ...56 Liftgate ...66, 71 Lights, warning and indicator ...8 air bag ...13 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...12, 128 anti-theft ...11 brake ...12 charging system ...13 check coolant ...12 cruise indicator ...12 door ajar ...9 fuel cap light ...9 high beam ...8 low coolant ...11 low fuel ...11 oil pressure ...13 safety belt ...9 service engine...
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