Ford 2010 Taurus manuale d’uso

Introduction 4 Instrument Cluster 12 W arning lights and chimes 12 Gauges 17 Message center 19 Entertainment Systems 30 AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 30 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 39 USB port 41 Satellite radio information 44 Navigation system 47 SYNC 威 47 Climate Controls 48 Manual heating and air conditioning 48 Dual electronic automatic tempera[...]

Locks and Security 109 Keys 109 Locks 111 Anti-theft system 129 Seating and Safety Restraints 140 Seating 140 Safety restraints 158 Airbags 171 Child restraints 186 Tires, Wheels and Loading 203 T ire information 203 T ire inflation 205 T ire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 218 V ehicle loading 223 T railer towing 230 Recreational towing 232 Driv[...]

Customer Assistance 31 1 Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 317 Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 317 Cleaning 318 Maintenance and Specifications 326 Engine compartment 328 Engine oil 331 Battery 334 Engine coolant 336 Fuel information 342 Air filter(s) 357 Part numbers 359 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 360 Engine data 36[...]

CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following [...]

W arning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment W e must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubricatio[...]

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage. SPECIAL NOTICES New V ehicle Limited W arranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’[...]

Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event. The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the occupants, potentially including information such [...]

information”) only to help provide you with the directions, traffic reports, or business searches you request. If you do not want Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do not activate the service. Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses to provide you with this information do not store your vehicle travel information. For more infor[...]

EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this Owner’ s Guide. A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this book. By referring to the mar[...]

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. V ehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’ s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat T ether Anchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Parking Aid System Stability Control System[...]

V ehicle Symbol Glossary Power W indows Front/Rear Power W indow Lockout Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Interior Luggage Compartment Release Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant T emperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery A void Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan W arning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Flu[...]

W ARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster shown, optional cluster similar W arning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’ s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start you[...]

Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter . If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter . Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid he[...]

Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned to on, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer . A chime will sound when there is a malfunction in the indicator light. Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder 威 chime will also sound [...]

Low washer fluid (R TT): Illuminates when the washer level in the washer fluid reservoir is low . Door ajar (R TT): Illuminates in the message center display when the ignition is in the run position and any door is open. T runk ajar (R TT): Illuminates in the message center display when the ignition is in the run position and the trunk is open. Adv[...]

more information on this system, refer to T ire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the T ires, Wheels and Loading chapter . Adaptive cruise control (ACC) (if equipped): Illuminates when ACC is engaged while following a vehicle. Refer to Adaptive cruise control in the Driver Controls chapter for more information. Speed control: Illuminates when th[...]

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver’ s door is opened. Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’ s door is opened. GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the curr[...]

W ARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the on position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. The fuel icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel [...]

MESSAGE CENTER Y our vehicle’ s message center allows you to configure/personalize certain vehicle options to suit your needs. The message center is also capable of monitoring many vehicle systems and will alert you to potential vehicle problems and various conditions with an informational message followed by a long indicator chime. The message c[...]

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing distance traveled by gallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled), your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons: • Y our vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up • Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at servi[...]

System check and vehicle feature customization Press the SETUP button repeatedly to cycle the message center through the following features: RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK When this message appears, press RESET and the message center will begin to cycle through the following systems and provide a status of the item if needed. Note: Some systems show a mess[...]

3. Once “OIL LIFE SET TO XXX%” is displayed, release and press the RESET button to change the Oil Life Start V alue. Each release and press will reduce the value by 10%. Note: Oil life start value of 100% equals 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months. For example, setting oil life start value to 60% sets the oil life start value to 4,500 miles (7[...]

Press RESET to turn the warning chime on or off. The system will revert to chime on each time the vehicle is started. The heads up display and/or chime will activate briefly to confirm the last setting. COLLISION W ARN SYSTEM (if equipped) This feature warns the driver of a possible collision. See Collision warning system in the Driving chapter for[...]

System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle’ s operating systems. In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four seconds. The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more wa[...]

CHECK P ARK AID (if equipped) — Displayed when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the reverse sensing system (park aid) is disabled. Refer to Rear park aid in this section to enable. P ARK BRAKE ENGAGED — Displayed when the manual park brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km/h). If the warning sta[...]

A WD OFF (if equipped) — Displayed when the A WD system has been automatically disabled to protect itself. This is caused by operating the vehicle with the compact spare tire installed or if the system is overheating. The A WD system will resume normal function and clear this message after driving a short distance with the road tire re-installed [...]

INTKEY COULD NOT PROGRAM — Displayed when an attempt is made to program a fifth integrated key to the remote key entry system. For more information on integrated key , refer to the Locks and Security chapter in this manual. CRUISE ON RADAR READY (if equipped) — Displayed when the driver pressed the cruise On/Off control and ACC was off. CRUISE [...]

SHIFT TO P ARK (if equipped) — Displayed when the start/stop button is pressed to shut off the engine with the shift select lever in any position other than P (Park). Refer to Fast restart feature in Push button start system in the Driving chapter for more information. NO KEY DETECTED (if equipped) — Displayed if the Intelligent Access Key is n[...]

VEHICLE SPEED 80 MPH MAX — Displayed when a MyKey™ is in use and the Admin has enabled the MyKey speed limit and the vehicle speed is 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. SPEED LIMITED TO 80 MPH — Displayed when starting the vehicle and MyKey™ is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on.[...]

AUDIO SYSTEMS Note: If your volume is muted and MYKEY VOLUME LIMITED is displayed, refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. AM/FM CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system W ARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury . Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme [...]

Setting the clock T o set the time, press CLOCK. The display will read SET TIME. Use the memory preset numbers (0–9) to enter in the desired time–hours and minutes. The clock will then begin from that time. AM/FM Radio / VOL (Power/V olume): Press to turn the radio on/off. T urn the knob to increase/decrease volume. If the volume is set above a[...]

Saving presets automatically: Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. T o activate the autoset feature: Press MENU repeatedly until AUTO PRESET ON/OFF appears in the display . Use SEEK to toggle AUTO PRESET to ON, and either wait five seconds for the sear[...]

LOAD: For a single CD system– This control is not operational. T o load a CD, simply insert the disc, label side up, into the CD slot. For a CD6 system– Press LOAD. When the display reads SELECT SLOT , choose the desired slot number using memory presets 1–6. When the display reads LOAD CD #, load the desired disc, label side up. If you do not[...]

SCAN: Press for a brief sampling of all tracks on the current disc or MP3 folder . DIRECT : In CD mode– Press DIRECT . The display will read DIRECT TRACK MODE SELECT TRACK. Enter the desired track number using the memory preset buttons (0–9). The system will then begin playing that track. In MP3 folder mode– Press DIRECT and the memory preset[...]

TUNE: T urn to go to the next / previous available SIRIUS satellite station. DIRECT : Press DIRECT then enter the desired channel (i.e. 002) using the memory preset buttons (0–9). If you only enter one digit, press OK and the system will go to that satellite channel. If you enter three digits, the system will automatically go to that channel, if [...]

CA T (Category) / FOLD (Folder): Press to toggle between turning the most recently selected satellite radio category on or off. The category icon (CA T) will illuminate in the display when a specific category is selected (the icon will not illuminate during CA TEGORY ALL). If no category has ever been selected, NO CA TEGORY SELECTED will display . [...]

OK. The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OK again and the display will read SONG DELETED. If you do not want to delete the currently listed song, press SEEK to select either RETURN or CANCEL. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS. c. DELETE ALL SONGS: Press OK to delete all song’ s from[...]

d. RESET PIN: Press OK when RESET PIN is displayed. The display will read ARE YOUR SURE. Press OK again to automatically reset the PIN number to its initial password setting (1234). PIN RESET TO DEF AUL T PIN will be displayed. e. RETURN: Press OK when RETURN is displayed and the system will exit back to the satellite radio menu. Sound Adjustments [...]

/ Play/Pause: Press this control to play or pause the current CD. OK: Y our vehicle may be equipped with special phone and media features which will require you to confirm commands by pressing OK. For further information, refer to the SYNC 威 information included with your vehicle. PHONE: If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC 威 , press to access[...]

Required equipment: 1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones 2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm) connectors at each end T o play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack: 1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off. 2. Ensure that the battery in your portable music pla[...]

5. For safety reasons, connecting or adjusting the settings on your portable music player should not be attempted while the vehicle is moving. Also, the portable music player should be stored in a secure location, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle is in motion. The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow the p[...]

Radio reception factors: There are three factors that can affect radio reception: • Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception. • T errain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • [...]

Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached. CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pen[...]

Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3 discs, it is important to understand how the system will read the structures you create. While various files may be present, (files with extensions other than mp3), only files with the .mp3 extension will be played. Other files will be ignored by the system. This enables you to use the same MP3 d[...]

• T errain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating tower , a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in an audio mute. Unlike AM/FM audible st[...]

Radio Display Condition Action Required ACQUIRING Radio requires more than two seconds to produce audio for the selected channel. No action required. This message should disappear shortly . SA T F AUL T Internal module or system failure present. If this message does not clear within a short period of time, or with an ignition key cycle, your receiv[...]

Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Category information not available. Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly . NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from the SIRIUS satellite or SIRIUS tower to the vehicle antenna. Y o ua r ei nal o c a t i o nt h a t is blocking the SIRIUS signal (i.e., tun[...]

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) T emperature conversion: T o switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter . 1. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. The system w[...]

4. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency . A/C engages automatically in MAX A/C, (defrost) and (floor/defrost). 5. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to cool down t[...]

• T o improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.” During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for extended periods of time in gear , it is recommended to run the A/C in the MAX A/C mode, adjust the blower fan speed to the lowest s[...]

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC T EMPERATURE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) T emperature conversion: T o switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter . 1. + Fan speed control: Press to increase the fan speed. 2. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to[...]

4. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency . A/C engages automatically in MAX A/C, (defrost) and (floor/defrost). 5. AUTO: Press to engage automatic temperature control. Select the desired temperature using the temperature control. The system will automatically dete[...]

12. Power/Driver temperature: Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system. When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle. T urn to increase/decrease the air temperature on the driver side of the vehicle. The control also adjusts the passenger side temperature when P ASS TEMP is disengaged. The recommended in[...]

T emperature conversion: T o switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter . 1. CLIMA TE: Press to control the climate control system through the touch display screen. See T ouchscreen functions later in this section. 2. R Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster . Ref[...]

10. Driver temperature: Press to increase/decrease the air temperature for the driver side of the vehicle. This control also adjusts the passenger side temperature when dual zone operation is disengaged. 11. Driver cooled seat (if equipped): Press to control the driver cooled seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restrain[...]

• : Distributes air through the floor vents, rear seat floor vents. • : Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. T o return to full automatic control, press AUTO on the main bezel. Fan Speed: Press t[...]

For maximum cooling performance: • Automatic operation: 1. Press AUTO for full automatic operation. 2. Do not override A/C or (recirculated air). 3. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). • Manual operation: 1. Select MAX A/C. 2. Select (panel) or (panel/floor). 3. Select (recirculated air) to provide colder airflow . 4. Set the temperature to 6[...]

CABIN AIR FILTER The cabin air filter element is designed to reduce the concentration of airborne particles such as dust, spores and pollen in the air being supplied to the interior of the vehicle. The presence of a particulate filter element provides the following benefits: • Improves your driving comfort by reducing particle concentration. • [...]

HEADLAMP CONTROL T urns the lamps off. T urns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. T urns the low beam headlamps on. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control. • T o turn autola[...]

3. T urn the ignition switch to on and then back to off. 4. T urn the headlamp control to the autolamp position. The headlamps will turn on. 5. W ait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want (up to three minutes), then turn the headlamps off. High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you[...]

Operation - The high beam switch can be used to turn the high beams on. They will then remain on until the switch has been returned to the neutral position and the auto high beam system has turned the high beams off. Scenario 3: Conditions - The automatic high beam system is set to ON in the message center . The headlamp switch is in (off), (park l[...]

• The vehicle speed falls below 27 mph (43 km/h). • The ambient light level is high enough that high beams are not needed. • Severe rain, snow or fog is detected. • The camera is blocked. Note: Activating the multi-function lever will put the headlamps in manual high beam mode (constant or flash-to-pass) until the lever is returned to the n[...]

For significant blockages (e.g. bird dropping, bug splatter , snow , or ice), the automatic high beam system uses a blocked sensor computer program. If it detects a blockage, it will be monitored for two minutes. If no changes are observed, the system will go into low beam mode until the blockage is cleared. If it appears that automatic control of [...]

P ANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable lit components in the vehicle during headlamp and parking lamp operation. • T a pt h et o po rb o t t o mo ft h e control to brighten/dim all interior lit components incrementally , or • Press and hold the top or bottom of the control until the desired[...]

3. T urn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood. T o see a clearer light pattern for adjusting, you may want to block the light from one headlamp while adjusting the other . 4. On the wall or screen you will observe an area of high intensity light. The top of the high intensity area should touch the horizontal [...]

INTERIOR LAMPS Dome lamps and map lamps The map lamps are located on the overhead console. Press the controls on either side of each map lamp to turn on the lamps. Y our vehicle may also have reading lamps within the rear dome lamp(s). Press the switches on either side of the dome lamp to turn on the reading lamps. Press either side of the center s[...]

BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure. Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur when the temperature is cold. When normal condensation occurs, a thin [...]

Function Number of bulbs T rade number Low series headlamps (high/low beam) 2 HB3 *High series headlamps (high/low beam) (HID) 2— Front park/turn lamp 2 3457NAK (amber) Sidemarker lamp (front) 2 168 (amber) T ail/sidemarker lamp (rear) 2 916 T ail/brake lamp 2 3057K Backup lamp 2 16W License plate lamp 2 168 High-mount brake lamp 1 LED Supplement[...]

3. Remove the outboard rubber boot from the lamp assembly by pulling rearward. 4. Remove the bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out. W ARNING: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children’ s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could [...]

Replacing rear brake/tail/turn and side marker lamp bulbs The brake/tail/turn and side marker lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly . Follow the same steps to replace either bulb. • (1) T ail/side marker lamp • (2) Brake/tail lamp • (3) T urn signal lamp 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and open the trunk. 2.[...]

Replacing backup lamp bulbs The backup lamp bulbs are located in the deck lid assembly . 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position. 2. Remove the deck lid trim panel press pins and carefully pull the panel away to expose the backside of the backup lamp assembly . 3. Remove bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pull it out [...]

Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs Y our vehicle is equipped with an LED high-mount brake lamp. It is designed to last the life of the vehicle. If replacement is required, it is recommended that you see your authorized dealer . Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position. 2. Remove the two screws fr[...]

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER W indshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers. Rain sensing wipers (if equipped): The rain sensing wipers will automatically activate when moisture is present on the windshield and the multi-function switch is set to one[...]

Courtesy wipe feature: One extra wipe will occur a few seconds after washing the front window to clear any excess washer fluid remaining on the windshield. Note: Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty . This may cause the washer pump to overheat. Check the washer fluid level frequently . Do not operate the wipers when the wind[...]

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamp. Slide on rod feature The visor will slide back and forth on the rod for increased sunlight coverage. Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage. Note: T o stow the visor back into the headliner , visor must be retra[...]

ELECTRONIC COMPASS (IF EQUIPPED) The compass heading is displayed in the center stack display . The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy . Usually , when something affec[...]

4. Press and release the 7 and 9 radio preset buttons together , repeatedly until ZONE XX changes to the correct zone (1–15) in the CID. 5. The direction will display after the buttons are released. The zone is now updated. Compass calibration adjustment Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines[...]

CENTER CONSOLE Y our vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. Note: The appearance and features of the center console may be different than show based on your vehicle’ s option level. These include: • Cupholders • Utility compartment with audio input jack, USB port and power point • Pen holder W ARNING: Use only soft cups[...]

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only . Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty . Auxiliary powe[...]

Press and pull the window switches to open and close windows. • Push down (to the first detent) and hold the switch to open. • Pull up (to the first detent) and hold the switch to close. Rear W indow Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are open, the vehicle may demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting noise. This noise can be alleviate[...]

Driver’ s and passenger’ s window one-touch up or down (if equipped) T o operate one touch-down: • Press the switch completely down to the second detent and release quickly . The window will open fully . Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation. If the switch is pressed and held to the normal close or one-touc[...]

and the window will travel up with no bounce-back or pinch protection. If the switch is released before the window is fully closed, the window will stop. For example, this can be used to overcome the resistance of ice on the window or seals. Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows. T o lock out all th[...]

Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped) Y our vehicle may be equipped with an interior rear view mirror that has an auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal (high reflective) state to the non-glare (darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror . When the mirror detects brigh[...]

Blind spot mirrors (if equipped) Y our vehicle may be equipped with blind spot information mirrors. See Blind Spot Information System 威 (BLIS 威 ) with Cross T raffic Alert (CT A) in the Driving chapter . Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PE[...]

W ARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. Using speed control The speed controls are located on the steering wheel. The following buttons work with speed control: RESUME: Press to resume a set speed. SET +: Press to increase the set speed. S E T–: Press to decrease the set speed. OF[...]

Increasing speed while using speed control T o set a higher speed: • Press and hold SET + until you get to the desired speed, then release. Y ou can also use SET + to operate the tap-up function. Press and release SET + to increase the vehicle set speed in 1 mph (1.6 km/h) increments. • Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed then[...]

W ARNING: Always pay close attention to changing road conditions, especially when using Adaptive Cruise Control. Adaptive Cruise Control cannot replace attentive driving. Failing to follow any of the warnings below or failing to pay attention to the road may result in a collision, serious injury or death. W ARNING: Adaptive cruise control is not a [...]

3. Press and release the SET + control. The vehicle speed will be stored in the memory and the message center will display SET XXX MPH (your desired speed). 4. T ake your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The green cruise indicator light on the instrument cluster will illuminate if there are no vehicles detected in front of you, while the yellow A[...]

braking which is applied by the ACC system is limited and can be overridden by the driver applying the brakes. If the ACC system predicts that its maximum braking level will not be sufficient, an audible warning will sound while the ACC continues to brake. This is accompanied by a red warning bar appearing in the windshield. The driver should take [...]

Note: It is the driver’ s responsibility to select a gap appropriate to the driving conditions. Disengaging adaptive cruise control Press the brake pedal to disengage the adaptive cruise control. CRUISE CANCELLED will be displayed in the message center . Disengaging the adaptive cruise control will not erase your previous set speed. Overriding ad[...]

Resuming the set speed Press and release the RESUME control. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. The set speed will display continuously in the message center while ACC is active. Note: RESUME should only be used if the driver is aware of the set speed and intends to return to it. Low speed automatic cancellation[...]

Turning of f cruise control Press the OFF button to turn off the cruise control. Note: When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased. Detection issues The radar sensor has a limited field of vision. In some situations it may not detect vehicles at all or detect a vehicle later than expected. De[...]

• There may be issues with the detection of vehicles in front when driving into and coming out of a bend or curve in the road. In these cases ACC may brake late or unexpectedly . The driver should stay alert and intervene when necessary . ACC Not Available Several conditions exist which can cause ACC to deactivate or prevent ACC from activating w[...]

Cause Action The surface of the radar in the grille is dirty or obstructed in some way Clean the grille surface in front of the radar or remove the object causing the obstruction The surface of the radar in the grille is clean but the message remains in the display W ait a short time. It may take several minutes for the radar to detect that it is n[...]

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) Radio control features VOL + (V olume): Press to increase the volume. VOL – (V olume): Press to decrease the volume. (Seek): Press to select the previous/next radio station preset, CD track or satellite radio channel preset depending on which media mode you are in. MEDIA: Press repeatedly to select: • AM, F[...]

SYNC 威 system hands free control feature (if equipped) Press briefly to use the voice command feature. Y ou will hear a tone and LISTENING will appear in the radio display . Press and hold to exit voice command. Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call. Press and hold to end a call or exit phone mode. Press to scroll through various me[...]

T o open the moon roof: Press and release the SLIDE control, the moon roof will open automatically . Press the switch again to stop the moon roof. W ARNING: When closing the moon roof, you should verify that it is free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the moon roof opening. T o close the moon roof: Pu[...]

HomeLink 威 Car2U 威 Home Automation System HomeLink 姞 Wireless Control System (if equipped) The HomeLink 威 W ireless Control System, located on the driver’ s visor , provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters with a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most transmitters t[...]

Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future programming procedures (i.e. new HomeLink 威 equipped vehicle purchase). It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed Homelink 威 buttons be erased for security purposes, refer to Programming in this section. Programming Do not program HomeLi[...]

5. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer .) Note: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate Step 6. 6. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and release the programmed HomeLink 威 button. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence again and, dep[...]

Operating the HomeLink 姞 Wireless Control System T o operate, simply press and release the appropriate HomeLink 威 button. Activation will now occur for the trained product (garage door , gate operator , security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.). For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used a[...]

Car2U 姞 Home Automation System (if equipped) The Car2U 威 Home Automation System is a universal transmitter located in the driver’ s visor that includes two primary features – a garage door opener and a platform for remote activation of devices within the home. The Car2U 威 system’ s garage door opener function replaces the common hand-he[...]

• Fixed code garage door openers were produced prior to 1996. Fixed code uses the same coded signal every time. It is manually programmed by setting DIP switches for a unique personal code. If you do not know if your garage door opener is a rolling code or fixed code device, open your garage door opener’ s remote control battery cover . If a pa[...]

2. Go to the garage to locate the garage door opener motor and its “learn” button. Y ou may need a ladder to reach the unit and you may need to remove the unit’ s cover or light lens to locate the “learn” button. Press the “learn” button, after which you will have 10–30 seconds to return to your vehicle and complete the following st[...]

Note: The Car2U 威 system allows for three devices to be programmed. If you need to change or replace any of the three devices after it has been initially programmed, it is necessary to erase the current settings using the Erasing the Car2U 威 Home Automation System buttons procedure and then programming all of the devices being used. Fixed code [...]

3. T o input these positions into the Car2U 威 system, simultaneously press all three Car2U 威 system buttons for a few seconds and then release to put the device into programming mode. The indicator lights will blink slowly . Within 2.5 minutes enter your corresponding DIP switch settings from left to right into your Car2U 威 system by pressing[...]

T o erase programming on the Car2U 威 system (individual buttons cannot be erased), use the following procedure: 1. Firmly press the two outside Car2U 威 system buttons simultaneously for approximately 20 seconds until the indicator lights begin to blink rapidly . The indicator lights are located directly above the buttons. 2. Once the indicator [...]

INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL The trunk release button is located on the instrument panel near the radio. Press the button to open the trunk. CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo net (if equipped) The cargo net secures lightweight objects in the cargo area. Attach the net to the anchors provided. Do not put more than 50 lb. (22 kg) in the net. W ARNING: This net is [...]

KEYS Integrated Keyhead T ransmitters (IKT s) (If equipped) Y our vehicle may be equipped with two Integrated Keyhead T ransmitters (IKT s). The key blade functions as a programmed key which starts the vehicle and unlocks/locks all the doors. The transmitter portion functions as the remote entry transmitter . Y our IKT s are programmed to your vehi[...]

Intelligent Access Key (IA key) (if equipped) Y our vehicle may be equipped with two Intelligent Access keys which operate the power locks and the remote entry system. Y ou have to have the IA key in the vehicle to activate the push button start system. The IA key also contains a removable mechanical key blade that can be used to unlock the driver [...]

POWER DOOR LOCKS • Press the control to unlock all doors. • Press the control to lock all doors. Smart unlocks This feature helps to prevent you from locking yourself out of the vehicle if your key is still in the ignition. When you open one of the front doors and you lock the vehicle with the power door lock control (on the driver or passenger[...]

If your vehicle’ s perimeter alarm is in the armed state, the smart unlock feature will not allow you to lock your IA key inside the trunk. When the alarm is armed, if the IA key is detected in the trunk, the decklid will automatically be released when you attempt to close it, and the horn will chirp, as a reminder that the IA key is inside. If y[...]

Deactivating/activating autolock feature Y our vehicle comes with the autolock features activated; there are four methods to enable/disable this feature: • Through your authorized dealer , • by using a power door unlock/lock procedure, • using a keypad procedure, or • by using the instrument cluster message center . Refer to Message center [...]

Keyless entry keypad autolock enable/disable procedure 1. T urn the ignition off. 2. Close all the doors. 3. Enter factory–set 5–digit entry code. 4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4p r e s st h e7 • 8. 5. Release the 7 • 8. 6. Release the 3 • 4. The user will receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disab[...]

Note: The autounlock feature can be activated/deactivated independently of the autolock feature. Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedure Before starting, ensure the ignition is off and all vehicle doors are closed. Y ou must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs t[...]

Keyless entry keypad autounlock enable/disable procedure 1. T urn the ignition off. 2. Close all the doors. 3. Enter factory–set 5–digit entry code. 4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4, press and release the 7 • 8. While still holding the 3 • 4, press and release the 7 • 8a second time. 5. Release the 3 • 4. The use[...]

INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE Y our vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartment release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment. Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle. T o o[...]

W ARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or animals unattended in the vehicle. On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly . Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are pa[...]

Intelligent Access key Refer to Intelligent Access in this section for more features. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’ s authority to operate the equipment. The typical operating range for your transmitter is approximately 33 feet (10 meters). A decrease in operating rang[...]

Intelligent Access (if equipped) W ARNING: Radio waves from the Intelligent Access system transmitters in the vehicle may affect certain implanted medical devices such as pacemakers or cardiac defibrillators. People having such implanted medical devices should ask the medical device manufacturer or their physician whether the Intelligent Access sys[...]

Push button start: Y our vehicle is equipped with a push button start system, which allows you to start your vehicle without using a key . T o operate the push button start system and start your vehicle, your IA key must be present inside the vehicle, either in the passenger compartment or in the trunk. Refer to Push button start in the Driving cha[...]

Car finder Press twice within three seconds. The horn will chirp and the turn lamps will flash. It is recommended that this method be used to locate your vehicle, rather than using the panic alarm. Sounding a panic alarm Press to activate the alarm. The horn will sound and the turn lamps will flash for a maximum of three minutes. Press again or tur[...]

2. Press and hold either the 1 or 2 control located on the seat side shield for five seconds. (A tone will be heard after 1 1 ⁄ 2 seconds when the memory store is done) continue to hold until a second tone is heard after five seconds. 3. W ithin three seconds press the on the transmitter . 4. A tone will be heard when the activation is complete. [...]

2. Remove the old battery . Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries. 3. Insert the new battery . Refer to the instructions inside the IKT for the correct orientation of the battery . Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity . 4. Snap the battery cover bac[...]

Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead T ransmitters (IKT s) or Intelligent Access Keys (IA keys) If you would like to have your IKT s or IA keys reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to buy additional transmitters you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all transmitters to your authorized dealer for reprogramming. How to reprogram yo[...]

Battery saver The battery saver will shut off the lamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off. • If the dome lamps were turned on using the panel dimmer control, the battery saver will shut them off 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off. • If the courtesy lamps were turned on because one of the vehicle doors or the trunk[...]

SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM The keypad, located near the driver’ s window , is invisible until touched and then it lights up so you can see and touch the appropriate buttons. Note: If you enter your entry code too fast on the keypad, the unlock function may not work. Re-enter your entry code more slowly . Y ou can use the keyless entry key[...]

4. For memory recall feature, enter the sixth digit 1 • 2 to store driver 1 settings or 3 • 4 to store driver 2 settings. Note: T ouching 5 • 6 ,7 • 8, or 9 • 0 keypad numbers as a sixth digit will not recall a driver memory setting. Note: The factory-set code cannot be associated with a memory setting. 5. The doors will lock then unlock [...]

two-stage unlocking, refer to the Central Unlocking/T wo stage unlocking section earlier in this chapter . T o unlock all doors, enter the factory set code or your personal code, then press the 3 • 4 control within five seconds. Note: If equipped with Intelligent Access, if the Intelligent Access Key is within 3 feet (1 meter) of the driver door [...]

engine. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine. Note: Do not leave a duplicate coded key in the vehicle. Always take your keys and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle. Anti-theft indicator The anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument panel cluster .[...]

Replacement Integrated Keyhead T ransmitters (IKT) and coded keys or Intelligent Access Keys Note: Y our vehicle comes equipped with two Integrated Keyhead T ransmitters (IKT s) or two Intelligent Access Keys. The Integrated Keyhead T ransmitter (IKT) functions as both a programmed ignition key that operates all the locks and starts the vehicle, as[...]

• If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin. 1. Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition. 2. T urn the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on f[...]

Y ou must have two previously programmed Intelligent Access Keys inside the vehicle and the new unprogrammed Intelligent Access Keys readily accessible. If two previously programmed keys are not available, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. Note: A maximum of four Intelligent Access Keys can be[...]

Note: T o program MyKey™ features, refer to MyKey™ in this chapter . MYKEY™ The MyKey™ feature allows you to program a restricted driving mode to promote good driving habits. All but one of the keys programmed to the vehicle can be activated as a MyKey™. The key will remain restricted until MyKey™ is disabled. Any remaining keys are ref[...]

Create a MyKey™ T o program MyKey™ on one of the keys programmed to the vehicle, insert it into the ignition. (For vehicles equipped with push button start, put the Intelligent Access Key in the backup slot; see the Driving chapter for the location of the backup slot.) T urn the ignition on. Use the message center buttons to do the following: 1[...]

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you are done changing the optional settings. Disable MyKey™ T o reset all MyKeys™ as Admin keys do the following: 1. T urn the vehicle on using the Admin key . 2. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CLEAR MYKEY is displayed. 3. Press and release the RESET button. HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM CLEAR is displayed. 4. Press and [...]

T roubleshooting Condition Potential Causes Can’t create a MyKey™ • Key in the ignition is already a MyKey™ • Key in the ignition is the last remaining Admin key (there always has to be at least one Admin key) • Intelligent Access Key (if equipped) not in the backup slot (for vehicles with push button start) • Securilock 威 Passive A[...]

Arming the system When armed, this system will respond if unauthorized entry is attempted. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the turn signal lamps and will sound the horn. The system is ready to arm whenever the ignition is off. Any of the following actions will prearm the alarm system: • Press the control on the transmitter .[...]

Disarming the system Y ou can disarm the system by any of the following actions: • Unlock the doors by using your transmitter . • Unlock the doors by using your keyless entry pad. • T urn ignition to the on position with a valid programmed SecuriLock™ key or Integrated Keyhead T ransmitter (IKT). • If equipped with Intelligent Access Key [...]

SEATING W ARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’ s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. W ARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. W ARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position[...]

T o adjust the head restraint, do the following: 1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position. 2. Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint. 3. Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust/release button and pushing down on the head restraint. Properly adjust the head restraint so that [...]

T o remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position. 2. Simultaneously press and hold both the adjust/release button and the unlock/remove button, then pull up on the head restraint. T o reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two[...]

W ARNING: T o minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly . Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar support control is located on the outboard side shield. Rotate the knob clockwise or counter clockwise to adjust lumbar support. Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) W[...]

W ARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. Multi-contour s[...]

Press either up or down on the lumbar control to select the top, middle, or bottom part of the seat back. Press the front of the lumbar control to increase the firmness of the selected portion of the seatback and press the rear of the lumbar to decrease the firmness. W e recommend first selecting the lumbar to the desired setting and then selecting[...]

W ARNING: Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor . W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of possible seri[...]

Press the control to recline the seatback forward or rearward. Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press one side of the control to adjust firmness. Press the other side of the control to adjust softness. Dual setting heated seats (if equipped) The heated seats will only[...]

T o operate the heated seats: Press once to activate the high heat setting (2 indicator lights). Continue pressing to scroll through the other settings; low heat (1 indicator light) or off. Three-position heated and cooled seats (if equipped) Heated seats The heated seats will only function when the engine is running. W ARNING: Persons who are unab[...]

T o operate the cooled seats: Press once to activate the high cool setting (three indicator lights). Continue pressing to scroll through the other settings; medium cool (two indicator lights), low cool (one indicator light) or off. The cooled seats will turn off after 30 minutes. If the engine falls below 350 RPMs while the cooled seats are on, the[...]

3. Remove filter . T o install a filter: 1. First, position the filter in it’ s housing making sure that the far forward end is all the way up in the housing. 2. Push in on the center of the outside edge of the filter and rotate up into the housing until it clips into position. Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped) This syste[...]

The memory positions are also recalled when you press your remote entry transmitter (unlock) control (if the transmitter is programmed to a memory position) or , when you enter a valid personal entry code that is programmed to a memory position. T o program the memory feature to a remote entry transmitter and for more information on how to use the [...]

The non-adjustable head restraints consist of : • a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • and two guide sleeve unlock/remove buttons (3). T o remove the non-adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Simultaneously press and hold both unlock/remove buttons, then pull up on the head restraint. T o reins[...]

W ARNING: T o minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly . Adjustable second row center head restraint Y our vehicle is equipped with a head restraint in the second row center seating position that is vertically adjustable. W ARNING: T o minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a cra[...]

2. Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust/release button and pushing down on the head restraint. Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head. For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust th[...]

2. Simultaneously press and hold both the adjust/release button and the unlock/remove button, then pull up on the head restraint. T o reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint down until it locks. Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of [...]

T o lower the seatback(s) from inside the vehicle, pull the strap located on the outboard side of the seatback to release it, and then fold seatback down. When raising the seatback(s), make sure you hear the seat latch into place. W ARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped b[...]

Rear heated seats (if equipped) W ARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury , medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physical conditions, must exercise care when using the seat heater . The seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if [...]

The indicator light will illuminate when the heated seats have been activated. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System 姞 The Personal Safety System 威 provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of airbag-related injuries. The system is able to analyze di[...]

appropriate to activate these safety devices. Front airbags are designed to activate only in frontal and near -frontal collisions (not rollovers, side impacts or rear impacts) unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. The pretensioners are designed to activate in frontal and near -frontal collisions, and in side collisions a[...]

W ARNING: Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off the passenger front airbag. The system is designed to help protect small (child size) occupants from airbag deployments when they are improperly seated or res[...]

The Restraints Control Module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt buckle sensors, driver seat position sensor , and front passenger sensing system. In addition, the RCM also monitors the restraints warning light in the instrum[...]

W ARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. W ARNING: Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair . 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only . Ne[...]

2. T o unfasten, press the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. All restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. While you are fastened in the safety belt, the combination lap/shoulder belt adjusts to your movement. However , if you brake hard, turn hard, or if your vehicle receives an impact of 5 mph (8 km/h) [...]

Automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. This mode should be used any time a child safety seat (except a booster) is installed [...]

How to disengage the automatic locking mode W ARNING: Ford Motor Company recommends that all passenger safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision to verify that the ⬙ automatic locking retractor ⬙ feature for child seats is still working properly . Safety belt assemblies should [...]

W ARNING: The driver and front passenger safety belt system (including retractors, buckles and height adjusters) must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in deployment of front airbags, seat-mounted side airbags and Safety Canopy 威 , and safety belt pretensioners. Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is[...]

Belt-Minder 姞 The Belt-Minder 威 feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function. This feature provides additional reminders by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning light in the instrument cluster when the driver’ s and front passenger’ s safety belt is unbuckled. The Belt-Minder 威 [...]

If... Then... The driver’ s or front passenger’ s safety belt becomes unbuckled for approximately 1 minute while the vehicle is traveling at least 3 mph (5 km/h) and more than 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition has been switched on... The Belt-Minder 威 feature is activated - the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning c[...]

Reasons given... Consider ... “T raffic is light” Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle crashes, many when no other vehicles are around. “Belts wrinkle my clothes” Possibly , but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes, particularly if you are unbelted. “The people I’m with don’t wear belts” Set the example[...]

Note: If you are using MyKey™, the Belt-Minder 威 cannot be disabled. Also, if the Belt-Minder 威 has been previously disabled, it will be re-enabled during the use of MyKey™. Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter . The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder 威 features can be deactivated/activated by performing the following p[...]

• This will enable the Belt-Minder 威 feature for that seating position if it is currently disabled. As confirmation, the safety belt warning light will flash four times per second for three seconds, followed by three seconds with the light off, then followed by the safety belt warning light flashing four times per second for three seconds again[...]

Important supplemental restraint system precautions Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying airbag is greatest close to the trim covering the airbag module. W ARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver , should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restrain[...]

W ARNING: Do not put anything on or over the airbag module. Placing objects on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the airbag into your face and torso causing serious injury . W ARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair , or modify the airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) or its fuses. See your authori[...]

How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work? The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation. The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the sys[...]

W ARNING: If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately . If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. The SRS consists of: • driver and passenger airbag modules (which include the inflators and airbags). • side airbags and Safety Canopy [...]

• the system determines that an infant is present in a rear -facing infant seat that is installed according to the manufacturer’ s instructions, • the system determines that a small child is present in a forward-facing child restraint that is installed according to the manufacturer’ s instructions, • the system determines that a small chi[...]

• When the front passenger sensing system enables the front passenger frontal airbag (may inflate), the indicator will be unlit and stay unlit. If a person of adult size is sitting in the front passenger’ s seat, but the ⬙ passenger airbag off ⬙ or ⬙ pass airbag off ⬙ indicator lamp is lit, it is possible that the person isn’t sitting[...]

W ARNING: Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the front passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor . The front passenger sensing system may d[...]

W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of possible serious injury: Do not stow objects in seat back map pocket (if equipped) or hang objects off seat back if a child is in the front passenger seat. Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between the seat and the center console (if equipped). Check the “passenger airbag off” or “pas[...]

W ARNING: Any alteration/modification to the front passenger seat may affect the performance of the front passenger sensing system. Determining if the system is operational The supplemental restraint system uses a warning indicator light in the instrument cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the W arning light[...]

W ARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair , or modify the airbag SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. W ARNING: All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided. How does the side airbag system work? The design and[...]

The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather , it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Side airbags are designed to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over , rear -impact, frontal or near -frontal collisions, unless the collision caus[...]

W ARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair , or modify the Safety Canopy 威 system, its fuses, the A, B, or C pillar trim, or the headliner on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy 威 . See your authorized dealer . W ARNING: All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS and Safety [...]

• T wo crash sensors mounted on the B pillar (one on each side of the vehicle). • T wo crash sensors located at the C pillar behind the rear doors (one on each side of the vehicle). • Rollover sensor in the restraints control module (RCM). The Safety Canopy 威 system, in combination with safety belts, can help reduce the risk of severe injur[...]

W ARNING: If the Safety Canopy 威 system has deployed, the Safety Canopy 威 will not function again unless replaced. The Safety Canopy 威 system (including the A, B, C, and D pillar trim and headliner) must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer . If the Safety Canopy 威 is not replaced, it will not function again, which will increas[...]

The SOS Post-Crash Alert can be turned off when any one of the following actions are taken by the driver or any other person: • pressing the hazard control button, • or pressing the panic button on the remote entry transmitter . The feature will continue to operate until the vehicle runs out of power . Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped ve[...]

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommended restraint type Infants or toddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less (generally age four or younger) Use a child safety seat (sometimes called an infant carrier , convertible seat, or toddler seat). Small children Children who have outgrown or no[...]

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children Restraint T ype Child W eight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LA TCH (lower anchors and top tether anchor) LA TCH (lower anchors only) Safety belt and top tether anchor Safety belt and LA TCH (lower anchors and top tether anchor) Safety belt only Rear facing [...]

W ARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, which may result in serious injury or death. W ARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collisio[...]

restrained properly , then restrain the child in the child safety seat or with the belt-positioning booster . Remember that child seats and belt-positioning boosters vary and may be designed to fit children of different heights, ages and weights. Children who are too large for child safety seats or belt-positioning boosters (as specified by your ch[...]

When installing a child safety seat with combination lap/shoulder belts: • Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position. • Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. • Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from th[...]

2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together . 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together , route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’ s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the b[...]

5. T o put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is pulled out. 6. Allow the belt to retract to remove slack. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode. 7. T ry to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retract[...]

10. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. T o check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back. There should be no more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation. 11. Ford recommends checking wit[...]

Y our vehicle has LA TCH lower anchors for child seat installation at the seating positions marked with the child seat symbol. The LA TCH anchors are located at the rear section of the rear seat between the cushion and seatback, below the locator symbols on the seat back. Follow the child seat manufacturer’ s instructions to properly install a ch[...]

W ARNING: Never attach two child safety seats to the same anchor . In a crash, one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break, causing serious injury or death. If you install a child seat with rigid LA TCH attachments, and have attached the top tether strap to the proper top tether anchor , do not tighte[...]

Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Many forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap which extends from the back of the child safety seat and hooks to an anchoring point called the top tether anchor . T ether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for in[...]

3. Open the tether anchor cover . 4. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly , the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision. 5. T ighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer’ s instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored properly , [...]

both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster . Booster seats position a child so that vehicle lap/shoulder safety belts fit better . They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably at the edge of t[...]

T ypes of booster seats There are generally two types of belt-positioning booster seats: backless and high back. Always use booster seats in conjunction with the vehicle lap/shoulder belt. • Backless booster seats If your backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield. If a vehicle seating position has a low seat back or no head [...]

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across the stomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder . The drawings below compare the ideal fit (center) to a shoulder belt uncomfortably close to [...]

Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. W ARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder belt under a child’ s arm or behind the back because it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. Child restraint and safety belt maintena[...]

INFORMA TION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING T ire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic passenger car tires. The Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: • T readwear 200 T raction AA T emperature A These T ire Quality Grades are determined by standards th[...]

W ARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. T emperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire’ s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to [...]

Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire’ s load carrying capability . • kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pressure. • PSI: Pounds per square inch, a standard unit of air pressure. • Cold inflation pressure: The tire pressure when the vehicle has been stationary and out of direct sunlight for an [...]

W ARNING: Under -inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or ⬙ blowout ⬙ , with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury . Under -inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance, resulting in heat buildup and internal damage to the tire. It al[...]

Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressure when you get to the pump. It is normal for tires to heat up and the air pressure inside to go up as you drive. 2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire, then firmly press the tire gauge onto the valve [...]

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally . Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently , and replace them if one or more of the following conditions exist: Tire wear When the tread is worn down to 1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires must be replaced to help prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydropla[...]

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT T ire Identification Number for safety standard certification[...]

W ARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below . If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated, re-lubricate and try again. When inflating the tire for mounting pressures up to 20 psi (1.3[...]

• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking W ARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow , mud, sand, etc., do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds. W ARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires[...]

• Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) • Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)/All Wheel Drive (A WD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Tires, Wheels and Loading 212 2010 T aurus (500) Owners Guide (own2002) , 1st Printing USA (fus)[...]

Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Note: Y our vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar spare tire/wheel. A dissimilar spare tire/wheel[...]

3. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire’ s ratio of height to width. 4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter . 6. 95: Indicates the tire’ s load index. It is an index that rela[...]

8. U.S. DOT T ire Identification Number (TIN): This begins with the letters “DOT” and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured, the next two are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. For exa[...]

13. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure: Indicates the tire manufacturers’ maximum permissible pressure and/or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire. This pressure is normally higher than the manufacturer’ s recommended cold inflation pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or T ir[...]

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tire size. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different from this example. T ire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. T: Ind[...]

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard[...]

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. W ARNING: The T ire Pressure Monitoring System is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The tire pressure should be checked periodically ([...]

When your temporary spare tire is installed When one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporary spare, the TPMS system will continue to identify an issue to remind you that the damaged road wheel/tire needs to be repaired and put back on your vehicle. T o restore the full functionality of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System, have th[...]

Low T ire Pressure W arning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Flashing W arning Light Spare tire in use Y our temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the damaged road wheel and re-mount it on the vehicle to restore system functionality . For a description of how the system functions under these conditions, refer to When your temporary sp[...]

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS W ARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover , personal injury and death. Add[...]

SUMMER TIRES Y our T aurus SHO may be equipped with summer tires to provide superior performance on wet and dry roads. Summer tires do not have the Mud and Snow (M+S or M/S) tire traction rating on the tire side wall. Since summer tires do not have the same traction performance as All-season or Snow tires, Ford does not recommend using summer tires[...]

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the T ire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’ s door (vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a T ire Label). Look for “THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUP ANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEV[...]

Example only: Cargo W eight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb W eight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load weight is also part of cargo weight. Tires, Wheels and Loading 225 2010 T aurus (500) Owners Guide (own2002) , 1st Printing USA (fus)[...]

GA W (Gross Axle W eight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. GA WR (Gross Axle W eight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pi[...]

• Example only: W ARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury . Tires, Wheels and Loading 227 2010 T aurus (500) Owners Guide (o[...]

GCW (Gross Combined W eight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer . GCWR (Gross Combined W eight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo and passengers – that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing [...]

2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity . For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five[...]

1,400 - (2 x 220) - (9 x 100) = 1,400 - 440 - 900 = 60 lb. Now you have the load capacity to transport the cement and your friend home. In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 99 kg) - (9 x 45 kg) = 635 - 198 - 405 = 32 kg. The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your vehicle in a manner that does not ov[...]

If you use a rental trailer , follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you. Do not attach safety chains to the bumper . T railer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’ s specifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal [...]

• It is recommended to select the L (Low) gear position when additional engine braking is needed. In situations such as prolonged downhill driving on steep grades (i.e., driving in mountainous areas), additional engine braking is needed to reduce the load on the vehicle’ s regular brake system to prevent them from overheating. • Anticipate st[...]

Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles: T ow your Front Wheel Drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground or with the front wheels off the ground by using a tow dolly . If you are using a tow dolly follow the instructions specified by the equipment provider . All Wheel Drive (A WD) vehicles: T ow your All Wheel Drive vehicle with all four wheels on [...]

STARTING Positions of the ignition (if equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with a push button start system, refer to Push button start system in this section for ignition modes. 1. Off— locks the gearshift lever and allows key removal. This position also shuts the engine and all electrical accessories off. 2. Accessory— allows the electrical [...]

W ARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. W ARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately [...]

• Make sure the gearshift lever is in P (Park). 3. T urn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start). If your vehicle is equipped with a push button start system, refer to Push button start system in this section for ignition modes. Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See W arning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster ch[...]

3. After idling for a few seconds, release the parking brake, apply the brake, shift into gear and drive. Note: If the engine does not start on the first try , turn the vehicle to the off position, wait 10 seconds and try Step 2 again. If the engine still fails to start, press the accelerator to the floor and try Step 2 again, keeping the accelerat[...]

vehicle from the on mode. If you would like to start the vehicle and you are in on mode, you must first switch the vehicle off. 4. Start — press the ST ART/STOP button (for any length of time) while applying the brake pedal. Note: The indicator light on the start button will illuminate when the vehicle is in on mode and when the engine is started[...]

the message center . Y ou can re-start the vehicle (by applying the brake pedal and pressing the ST ART/STOP button) for up to 20 seconds, even though the IA key is not present. After 20 seconds have expired, you can no longer start your vehicle without the IA key present inside the vehicle. Switching the V ehicle Off when not in Park: It is recomm[...]

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting and allows the heater/defroster system to respond quickly . If your vehicle is equipped with this system, your equipment includes a heater element which is installed in your engine block and a wire harness which allows the user to connect the sy[...]

• Be sure that areas where the vehicle is parked are clean and clear of all combustibles such as petroleum products, dust, rags, paper and similar items. • Be sure that the engine block heater , heater cord and extension cord are solidly connected. A poor connection can cause the cord to become very hot and may result in an electrical shock or [...]

Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Y our vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). This system helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops by keeping the brakes from locking. Noise from the ABS pump motor and brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking and the brake pedal may suddenly travel a litt[...]

Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked. T o set the parking brake, press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops. The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned on) until the parking brake is released. W ARNING: Always set the parking brake f[...]

ADVANCET RAC 姞 STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM W ARNING: V ehicle modifications involving braking system, aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction and/or wheel/tire size may change the handling characteristics of the vehicle and may adversely affect the performance of the AdvanceT rac 威 system. In addition, installing[...]

The AdvanceT rac 威 system automatically enables each time the engine is started. All features of the AdvanceT rac 威 system (TCS and ESC) are active and monitor the vehicle from start-up. However , the system will only intervene if the driving situation requires it. The AdvanceT rac 威 system includes an AdvanceT rac 威 “OFF” control switc[...]

Excessive wheel spin is controlled in two ways, which may work separately or in tandem, Engine T raction Control and Brake T raction Control. Engine T raction Control works to limit drive-wheel spin by momentarily reducing engine power . Brake T raction Control works to limit wheel spin by momentarily applying the brakes to the wheel that is slippi[...]

Switching Off AdvanceT rac 威 If the vehicle is stuck in snow , mud or sand, and seems to lose engine power , switching off certain features of the AdvanceT rac 威 system may be beneficial because the wheels are allowed to spin. This will restore full engine power and will enhance momentum through the obstacle. T o switch off the AdvanceT rac 威[...]

AdvanceT rac 威 Features Control switch functions Mode “Sliding car off” icon Message Center Display (if equipped) ESC T raction Control Control switch pressed and held for more than five seconds, vehicle speed = 0 mph, brakes applied AdvanceT rac 威 Disabled (SHO with Performance Pack Only) On ADV ANCETRAC OFF Disabled Disabled Control switc[...]

The EPS system has diagnostic checks that continuously monitor the EPS system to ensure proper operation. When a system error is detected, the following message SERVICE POWER STEERING, SER VICE POWER STEERING NOW or POWER STEERING ASSIST F AUL T may display in the message center , refer to the Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for mo[...]

• Do not fill the power steering pump reservoir above the MAX mark on the reservoir , as this may result in leaks from the reservoir . If the steering wanders or pulls equipped with either EPS or Hydraulic steering system, check for: • an improperly inflated tire • uneven tire wear • loose or worn suspension components • loose or worn ste[...]

See your authorized dealer as soon as possible if this procedure is used. W ARNING: Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working. W ARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). T urn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. W [...]

P (Park) This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels from turning. T o put your vehicle in gear: • Press the brake pedal • Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear T o put your vehicle in P (Park): • Come to a complete stop • Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park) W ARNING: Always set the par[...]

D (Drive) with Grade Assist Pressing the transmission control switch on the side of the gearshift lever activates Grade Assist. Grade Assist • Improves driving experience in hilly terrain or mountainous areas by providing additional grade (engine) braking and extends lower gear operation on uphill climbs. • Provides additional engine braking th[...]

Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatic transmission with SelectShift Automatic™ transmission (SST) (if equipped) Y our vehicle has been designed to improve fuel economy by reducing fuel usage while coasting or decelerating. When you take your foot off the accelerator pedal and the vehicle begins to slow down the torque c[...]

N (Neutral) W ith the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. D (Drive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy . T ransmission operates in gears one through six. M (Manual) W ith the gearshift lever in M (manual), the driver can change gears up [...]

Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: 1 - 2 15 mph (24 km/h) 2 - 3 25 mph (40 km/h) 3 - 4 40 mph (64 km/h) 4 - 5 45 mph (72 km/h) 5 - 6 50 mph (80 km/h) The instrument cluster will show the current selected gear you are in. In order to prevent th[...]

W ARNING: T o help avoid personal injury , always use caution when in R (Reverse) and when using the RSS. W ARNING: This system is not designed to prevent contact with small or moving objects. The system is designed to provide a warning to assist the driver in detecting large stationary objects to avoid damaging the vehicle. The system may not dete[...]

allows the driver to turn the RSS on and off. T o turn the RSS off, refer to Message center in the Instrument cluster chapter for more information. Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) free from snow , ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not clean the sensors with sharp objects). If the sensors are covered, it will affect th[...]

Image delay if displayed through the rearview mirror: When shifting out of R (Reverse) and into any other gear , the image in the rearview mirror will remain on for a few seconds before it shuts off to assist in parking or trailer hookup. Image delay if displayed through the Navigation screen: After shifting out of R (Reverse) and into any gear oth[...]

Night time and dark area use At night time or in dark areas, the camera system relies on the reverse lamp lighting to produce an image. Therefore it is necessary that both reverse lamps are operating in order to get a clear image in the dark. If either of the lamps are not operating, stop using the camera system, at least in the dark, until the lam[...]

Operation The radar sensor detects vehicles ahead that are moving in the same direction as your vehicle. If the radar detects that your vehicle is rapidly closing on another vehicle a red warning light will illuminate and an audible warning chime will sound. After that, if the risk of collision further increases after the warning light, the brake s[...]

W ARNING: The collision warning system’ s brake support can only help reduce the speed at which a collision occurs if the driver applies the vehicle’ s brakes. The brake pedal must be pressed just like for any typical braking situation. Blocked sensor If a message regarding a blocked sensor is displayed, the radar signals from the sensor , loca[...]

Note: If the system cannot be turned off in a MyKey™ equipped vehicle, refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. Note: If collision warnings are perceived as being too frequent or disturbing then the warning sensitivity can be reduced, though the manufacturer recommends using the highest sensitivity setting where p[...]

The BLIS 威 and CT A has an yellow indicator (also referred to as the alert) located in the left and right exterior mirrors. When the vehicle is started, the BLIS 威 automatically illuminates both indicators for several seconds indicating the system is operating. The first time you place the transmission in D (Drive) after starting the engine and[...]

BLIS 威 detection limitations: Due to the nature of radar technology , there may be certain instances where vehicles entering and exiting the blind spot zones may not be detected. Below is a list of circumstances that may cause non-detection: • Debris build up on the rear quarter panel fascias • Certain maneuvering of vehicles entering and exi[...]

The CT A system detects vehicles approaching up to 45 feet (14 meters) away (approximately the width of five parking spaces). Coverage decreases when vehicles and objects in close proximity block the CT A sensors (refer to figure for approximate zone coverage areas [sensor obstructed for vehicle on left] ). Backing slowly from the parking spot in t[...]

CT A coverage also decreases when parking at shallow angles (refer to figure for approximate zone coverage areas [sensor obstructed for vehicle on left] ). CT A detection limitations: Due to the nature of radar technology , there may be certain instances where vehicles entering and exiting the blind spot zones may not be detected. Below is a list o[...]

the BLIS 威 and/or the CT A is turned off, the message center displays BLIND SPOT SYS OFF and/or CT A SYSTEM OFF . When the BLIS 威 and/or the CT A system is off, the driver will not receive alerts. Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter . Note: If the system cannot be turned off, refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security cha[...]

Once the blockage is removed, the system will require some driving time and detection of at least two vehicle objects prior to resetting or the driver can cycle the ignition key . If, however , blockage is still present after the key cycle, the system will sense again that it is blocked after driving in traffic. The following table lists possible c[...]

ability to anticipate wheel slip and transfer torque to the rear wheels before slip occurs. The A WD system is active all the time and requires no input from the operator . All components of the A WD system are sealed for life and require no maintenance. Note: When an A WD system fault is present, the warning CHECK A WD will display in the message [...]

When driving at slow speeds off-highway under high outside temperatures, use L (Low) gear when possible. L (Low) gear operation will maximize the engine and transmission cooling capability . Under severe operating conditions, the A/C may cycle on and off to protect overheating of the engine. Basic operating principles • Drive slower in strong cro[...]

W ARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). T urn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. W ARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly . See your authorized dea[...]

When driving at slow speeds in deep sand under high outside temperatures, use L (Low) gear when possible. L (Low) gear operation will maximize the engine and transmission cooling capability . Under severe operating conditions, the A/C may cycle on and off to protect overheating of the engine. A void excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work[...]

“T read Lightly” is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of land-use regulations and responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by “treadin[...]

Driving on snow and ice Note: Excessive tire slippage can cause transmission damage. A WD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle. Should you start to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheel in the direction of the slide until you regain control. A void sudden applica[...]

Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty , increase your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely affect driver and passenger safety . Frequent inspection of vehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to heavy off-highway usage. DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driv[...]

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance T o fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New V ehicle Limited W arranty . The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the coverage period listed on the Roadsi[...]

Canadian customers refer to your Customer Information Guide for information on: • coverage period • exact fuel amounts • towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits In Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic W arr[...]

Note: W ith extended use, the flasher may run down your battery . FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF In the event of a moderate to severe collision, this vehicle is equipped with a fuel pump shut-off feature that stops the flow of fuel to the engine. Not every impact will cause a shut-off. Note: If your vehicle has the push button start system, press the stop/star[...]

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet V iolet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A T an T an — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Y ellow Y ellow Y ellow Bl[...]

Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 30A Left front power window , Smart window motor 2 15A Brake on/off switch 3 15A Driver power seat 4 30A Right front power window , Smart wi[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 8 10A Low beam headlamps (right) 9 15A Interior lights, Cargo lamps 10 15A Switch illumination, Puddle lamps 11 10A All wheel drive (A WD) module 12 7.5A Passive entry/passive start (PEPS) module 13 5A Memory seats, Mirrors, Keypad, PEPS receiver , Driver’ s door module 14 10A Navigation disp[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 29 5A Instrument panel cluster , Heads up display 30 5A Not used (spare) 31 10A Not used (spare) 32 10A Airbag module 33 10A Not used (spare) 34 5A Anti-lock brake system (ABS), Electronic power steering 35 10A Rear heated seats, A WD, Rear park assist, Steering angle sensor , Blind spot inform[...]

Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’ s main electrical systems from overloads. W ARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. W ARNING: T o reduce risk of electrical shock, always repla[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Circuits 3 — Not used 4 30A** Front wiper 5 30A** Passenger seat 6 20A** Cigar lighter 7 — Not used 8 30A** Moon roof 9 40A** Anti-lock brake system (ABS) pump 10 30A** Starter relay 11 30A** Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relay 12 20A** ABS valve 13 15A* Adaptive cruise control 14 — Not used 15 — [...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Circuits 31 — Not used 32 30A** Driver seat 33 30A** Passive entry/passive start (PEPS) 34 — Not used 35 40A** Front heater blower 36 20A* Passenger compartment fuse panel run/start 37 10A* PCM relay 38 5A* Delayed accessory 39 Diode Fuel diode (iVCT only) 40 Diode One-touch integrated start (OTIS) diod[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Circuits 58 — Not used 59 Half ISO relay Left halogen headlamp relay 60 Half ISO relay Right halogen headlamp relay 61 — Not used 62 — Not used 63 Half ISO relay Daytime running lamps (DRL) 1 relay 64 Half ISO relay DRL 2 high beam control relay 65 G8V A relay Run/start relay (PEPS) 66 — Not used *M[...]

Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information W ARNING: Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death. If you have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel, then it is intended for temporary use only . This means that if you need to use it, you should replace it as soon as possible with a road tire/[...]

3. Full-size dissimilar spare without label on wheel When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel, do not: • Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h) • Use more than one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel The usage of a [...]

Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake and activate hazard flashers. 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park) and turn engine off. Removing the spare tire and jack 1. Lift the trunk cargo cover , and remove the wing nut that secures the spare tire by turning it counterclockwise. 2. Lift and remove the spare [...]

W ARNING: T o help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be sure to place the transmission in P (Park), set the parking brake and block (in both directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. W ARNING: If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be [...]

3. Put the jack in the jack notch next to the tire you are changing. T urn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. Note : DO NOT LIFT ON THE PLASTIC MOLDING, as this could damage the molding. ONL Y LIFT ON THE SHEET MET AL NOTCH. 4. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench. 5. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire[...]

Stowing the tire and jack 1. Fully collapse the jack, fold the lug wrench socket into the handle and place the jack and wrench into the felt bag as shown. Place the extension bolt into the external pocket of the felt bag. T ake care to position the jack as shown to ensure that the locating holes in the jack base can be placed on the locating tabs o[...]

If you are stowing the flat tire: 1. Remove the extension bolt from the exterior pocket of the felt bag. 2. Install the jack as shown in Step 4 under Stowing the tire and jack . 3. Screw the extension bolt onto the threaded stud of the jack retention bracket. 4. W ith the temporary spare tire on the vehicle, place the flat tire in the spare tire we[...]

1. Air compressor (inside) 2. Diverter knob 3. On/Off button 4. Air pressure gauge 5. Deflation button 6. Sealant bottle/canister 7. Sealant filling clear tube 8. Sealant tube — tire valve connector 9. Y ellow cap tool 10. Air compressor hose 11. Air hose — tire valve connector 12. Accessory power plug 13. Casing/housing General information W A[...]

• Read the information in the T ips for use of the temporary mobility kit section to ensure safe operation of the temporary mobility kit and your vehicle. Tips for use of the temporary mobility kit Read the following list of tips to ensure safe operation of the temporary mobility kit: • Before operating the temporary mobility kit, make sure you[...]

• Operating the temporary mobility kit could cause an electrical disturbance in radio and DVD player operation. What to do when a tire is punctured A tire puncture within the tire’ s tread area can be repaired in two stages with the temporary mobility kit: • In the first stage, the tire will be reinflated with a sealing compound and air . Aft[...]

4. Plug the power cable into the 12V power point in the vehicle. 5. Remove the warning sticker found on the canister and place it on the top of the instrument panel or the center of the dash. 6. Start the engine (only if the vehicle is outdoors or in a well-ventilated area) . 7. T urn dial (1) counterclockwise to the sealant position. T urn on the [...]

tire pressure has to be checked with the compressor in the OFF position to get the correct tire pressure reading. W ARNING: Do not stand directly over the temporary mobility kit while inflating the tire. If you notice any unusual bulges or deformations in the tire’ s sidewall during inflation, stop and call roadside assistance. W ARNING: If the t[...]

4. Adjust the tire to the recommended inflation pressure from the tire label located on the driver’ s door or door jam area. Pressing the deflation button near the sealant canister removes air from the tire. Note: The tire pressure has to be checked with the compressor in the OFF position to get the correct tire pressure reading. 5. T urn the com[...]

Removal of the Sealant Canister from the T emporary Mobility Kit 1. Unwrap the clear tube from the compressor housing. 2. Press the button located on the temporary mobility kit compressor housing below the canister while pulling up on the sealant canister . Installation of the Sealant Canister to the T emporary Mobility Kit 1. Align the sealant can[...]

2. Once aligned, seat the sealant canister by lightly pushing down until you hear an audible click. 3. W rap the clear tube around the compressor housing. Note: If you experience any difficulties with the removal or installation of the sealant canister , consult your Ford Motor Company authorized dealer for assistance. Be sure to check the sealant [...]

Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque* lb.ft. N • m 1/2-20 UNF 100 135 * T orque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. W ARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of th[...]

W ARNING: Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel™ system. This could damage the fuel system and its seal, and may cause fuel to run onto the ground instead of filling the tank, all of which could result in serious personal injury . JUMP STARTING W ARNING: The gases around the battery can exp[...]

Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery . Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery . 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery . + – + – + ?[...]

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery . 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’ s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Note: Do not attach the negative (-) cable to fuel lines, engine rocker covers, [...]

2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the[...]

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’ s battery . 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’ s battery . After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle c[...]

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or , if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your roadside assistance service provider . It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not a[...]

If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly , vehicle damage may occur . Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle ([...]

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED W arranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorized Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer . While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Please note that certai[...]

In Canada: Mailing address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P .O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 T elephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www .ford.ca Mailing address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P .O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 T elephone 1-800-[...]

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss W arranty Act, or to the extent allowed by state law , before pursuing replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. This dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing state created rights[...]

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY) Y our satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer . If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step procedure outlined on the first page of the Customer Assistance section, you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program. The BBB A[...]

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory , Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third part[...]

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearest authorized dealer . If the authorized dealer cannot help you, contact: FORD MOTOR COMP ANY FORD EXPORT OPERA TIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business Park #3 Allen Park, Michigan 48101 U.S.A. T elephone: ([...]

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company . If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and i[...]

W ASHING THE EXTERIOR W ash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail W ash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your authorized dealer . • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces. • Neve[...]

W AXING • W ash the vehicle first. • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft Premium Liquid W ax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your authorized dealer , or an equivalent quality product. • Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof rack[...]

ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • T ake care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine bl[...]

3.5L V6 SHO ENGINE PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your authorized dealer . • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail W ash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and T ar Remover (ZC-42). WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windsh[...]

• The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or Motorcraft Premium W indshield W asher Concentrate (ZC-32-A), available from your authorized dealer . This washer fluid contains special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car wash facilit[...]

If a staining liquid like coffee/juice has been spilled on the instrument panel or on interior trim surfaces, clean as follows: 1. W ipe up spilled liquid using a clean, white, cotton cloth. 2. W ipe the surface with a damp, clean, white cotton cloth. For more thorough cleaning, use a mild soap and water solution. If the spot cannot be completely c[...]

LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED) Y our leather seating surfaces have a clear , protective coating over the leather . • For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For more thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap and water solution. In Canada, use Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (CXC-93). Dry the area with a soft cloth. • If[...]

Motorcraft Premium Glass Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-100) Motorcraft Premium Liquid W ax (ZC-53-A) Motorcraft Premium W indshield W asher Concentrate (U.S. only) (ZC-32-A) Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54) Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (U.S. only) (ZC-14) Motorcraft T ire Clean and Shine (ZC-28) Motorcraft [...]

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS T o help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy . If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer can provide the necessary parts and service. Check your W arranty Guide/Customer Information Guide to find out which parts and servi[...]

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel near the steering column. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood. Maintenance and Specifications 327 2010 T aurus (500) Owners Guide (ow[...]

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.5L V6 engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Battery 5. Power distribution box 6. Air filter assembly 7. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine oil filler cap 10. W indshield washer fluid reservoir Maintenance[...]

3.5L V6 SHO engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Battery 4. Power distribution box 5. Air filter assembly 6. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick (out of view) 7. Engine oil dipstick 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. W indshield washer fluid reservoir Maintenance and Specifications 329 2010 T aurus (500) Owners Guide (own2002) [...]

Engine shield Some vehicles may be equipped with an aero-shield under the engine. This shield needs to be removed for service, including oil and filter changes. It is secured with four screws. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low . In very cold weather , do not fill the reservoir completely . Only use a washer[...]

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper blade and arm away from the glass. 2. Squeeze the locking tabs to release the blade from the arm and pull the blade away from the arm to remove it. 3. Attach the new blade to the arm and snap it into place. Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance. Poor wiper quality can be impr[...]

5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. 6. W ipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully , then remove it again. • If the oil level is within this range, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. ?[...]

• Do not overfill the engine with oil. Oil levels above this mark may cause engine damage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer . 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this [...]

Use SAE 5W -20 engine oil Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.[...]

For longer , trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and dry . Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals. If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals, remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush. Y ou can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking so[...]

Because your vehicle’ s engine is electronically controlled by a computer , some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery . When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance. T o begin this process: 1. W ith the vehicl[...]

concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and distilled water , which equates to a freeze point of -34°F (-36°C). Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester . The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir . If the level falls [...]

Adding engine coolant When adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water . Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir , when the engine is cool, until the appropriate fill level is obtained. W ARNING: Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system[...]

W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of personal injury , make sure the engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly . Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system by following these steps: 1. Befor[...]

Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner . Follow your community’ s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids. Coolant refill capacity T o find out how much fluid your vehicle’ s cooling system can hold, refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter . Fill y[...]

What you should know about fail-safe cooling If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred. The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load and terrain. How fail-safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat: • The[...]

W ARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. The hot coolant is under pressure and may cause serious burns. 5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility . Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. T ake your vehicle to a service facil[...]

• Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury . If fuel is swallowed, call a physician immediately , even if no symptoms are immediately apparent. The toxic effects of fuel may not be visible for hours. • A void inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling t[...]

Refueling W ARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries. T o help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; • T urn off your engine when you are refueling; • Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle; • Keep sparks, flames and smoking mater[...]

Note: A fuel spillage concern may occur if overfilling the fuel tank. Do not overfill the tank to the point that the fuel is able to bypass the fuel filler nozzle. The overfilled fuel may run down the drain located within the fuel filler housing and to the ground. If the Check Fuel Fill Inlet message comes on, the fuel fill inlet may not have prope[...]

Note: Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause powertrain damage, a loss of vehicle performance, and repairs may not be covered under warranty . Octane recommendations 3.5L V6 engine Y our vehicle will run normally on 87 octane regular fuel. Premium fuel will provide improved performance. 3.5L V6 SHO engine Y our vehicle is designed t[...]

Running out of fuel A void running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components. If you have run out of fuel: • Y ou may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine. On restarting, cranking time will take a f[...]

1. After lifting the trunk cargo cover , locate the white plastic funnel. It is attached to the rear , lower edge of the spare tire compartment. 2. Slowly insert the funnel into the Easy Fuel™ system. 3. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portable fuel container . 4. When done, clean the funnel or properly dispose of it. Extra funnels can be pur[...]

The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the empty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty . Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty . The amount of usable fu[...]

Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (city or highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’ s fuel economy under current driving conditions. Additionally , keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy . In general, lower temperatures give lower fuel econo[...]

• Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately 1 mpg [0[...]

• Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance information performed according to the specified schedule. The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenance information are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system. If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintena[...]

government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists your authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle. When the service engine soon indicator illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction. T emporary malfunctions may cause the service engine soon indicator to illuminate. Examples are: 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel[...]

indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. T o determine if the vehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn the ignition key to the on position for 15 seconds without cranking the engine. If the service engine soon indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing; if the service engine soon indicator stay[...]

BRAKE FLUID The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear , and will rise when the brake components are replaced. Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX lines are within the normal operating range; there is no need to add fluid. If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range, the performance of the system could be compromised; se[...]

6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube. 7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be in the designated areas for normal operating temperature. Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstick. Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should b[...]

If an overfill occurs, excess fluid should be removed by an authorized dealer . An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in[...]

Changing the air filter element 3.5L V6 3.5L V6 (SHO) 1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover . 2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. 3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. W ipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing. [...]

6. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps. Be sure that the air cleaner cover tabs are engaged into the slots of the air cleaner housing. Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not [...]

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES Items Capacity Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number / Ford Specification Brake fluid Between MAX and MIN on reservoir Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor V ehicle Brake Fluid PM-1-C / WSS-M6C62-A or WSS-M6C65-A1 Door latch, hood latch, auxiliary hood latch, seat tracks, trunk and liftga[...]

Items Capacity Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number / Ford Specification Engine oil 5.5 quarts (5.2L) • Motorcraft SAE 5W -20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) • Motorcraft SAE 5W -20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil (US) • Motorcraft SAE 5W -20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) • Motorcraft SAE 5W -20 Synthetic Motor Oil (Canada) 3 ?[...]

Items Capacity Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number / Ford Specification Fuel tank 19.0 gallons (71.9 L) —— 1 Approximate dry fill capacity . Actual amount may vary during fluid changes. 2 Automatic transmissions that require MERCON 威 L V should only use MERCON 威 L V fluid. Refer to scheduled maintenance information to determine th[...]

ENGINE DATA Engine 3.5L V6 engine 3.5L V6 SHO engine Cubic inches 214 214 Fuel See Octane recommendations earlier in this chapter . See Octane recommendations earlier in this chapter . Firing order 1–4–2–5–3–6 1–4–2–5–3–6 Ignition system 0.052–0.056 inch (1.32–1.42 mm) 0.033–0.037 inch (.838–.939 mm) Spark plug gap Coil [...]

3.5L V6 SHO engine IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway T raffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is loca[...]

V ehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel. Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number . The V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following information: 1. W orld manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross [...]

T RANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS Y ou can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Description Code 6F 6-Speed Automatic T ransmission J 6F55 6–Speed Automatic T ransmission (with EcoBoost) C Maintenance and Specifications 366 2010 T aurus (500) Ow[...]

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer . These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your veh[...]

Peace of mind Remote start V ehicle security systems Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear [...]

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discovered the powerful protection of Ford ESP . It is the only extended service plan backed by Ford Motor Company , and provides “peace of mind” protection beyond the New V ehicle Limited W arranty coverage. Up to 500+ Covered V ehicle Components There [...]

Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the price of your Ford ESP Service Contract. W ith Ford ESP , you minimize your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs. A void the rising cost of properly maintaining your vehicle! Ford ESP also offers a Premium Maintenance P[...]

Ford Extended Service Plan 371 2010 T aurus (500) Owners Guide (own2002) , 1st Printing USA (fus)[...]

A Accessory delay .......................... 82 Adaptive Cruise Control ............. 86 AdvanceT rac .............................. 244 AdvanceT rac Sport Mode .........248 Air cleaner filter ............... 357–359 Air conditioning ....................48, 51 automatic temperature control system ..........................53 manual heating and ai[...]

Cargo net ................................... 108 CD ................................................ 30 Cell phone use .............................. 8 Changing a tire ......................... 287 Child safety seats ......................190 attaching with tether straps ....................................... 197 in front seat ...................[...]

Emergencies, roadside jump-starting .......................... 304 running out of fuel ......... 303, 347 Emission control system ..........351 Engine ........................................ 363 cleaning ................................... 320 coolant ..................................... 336 fail-safe cooling ....................... 341 idle spee[...]

Hood .......................................... 327 I Ignition ............................... 234, 363 Illuminated visor mirror ............. 75 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..................... 190 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ........................................ 353 Instrument panel cleaning ................................... 32[...]

Motorcraft parts ................ 324, 359 Multi-contour seats ................... 144 MyKey ........................................ 134 N Navigation system ....................... 47 O Octane rating ............................ 346 Oil (see Engine oil) .................. 331 Overdrive ................................... 251 P Parental MyKey progr[...]

Occupant Classification Sensor ...................................... 159 warning light and chime ........ 166 Safety restraints - LA TCH anchors ...................................... 194 Safety seats for children .......... 190 Safety Compliance Certification Label .................... 364 Satellite Radio (if equipped) .....30 Satellite Radio Inf[...]

T ransmission ............................. 251 brake-shift interlock (BSI) .... 250 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ............................. 355 T runk ......................................... 117 remote release ................108, 122 T urn signal .................................. 65 U Universal garage door opener ....97 USB port .[...]