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... lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and proper air pressure, including spare. clutch fluid level, if equipped. parking brake for operation. OWNER CHECKS AND SERVICES General Owner's Information It is recommended that externally mounted spare tire is properly stowed (tight) (see dealer) and outside locks. engine oil fluid level. that the following basic maintenance checks and inspections be performed at 500 miles (800 km) of all wiper blades (replace blades as...
... lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and proper air pressure, including spare. clutch fluid level, if equipped. parking brake for operation. OWNER CHECKS AND SERVICES General Owner's Information It is recommended that externally mounted spare tire is properly stowed (tight) (see dealer) and outside locks. engine oil fluid level. that the following basic maintenance checks and inspections be performed at 500 miles (800 km) of all wiper blades (replace blades as...
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... problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑ brake ❑ coolant recovery reservoir ❑ manual and automatic transmission ❑ power steering ❑ window washer (if equipped with a dipstick) Inspect tires for oil and fluid leaks. Inspect for wear and check air pressure, including spare. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Inspect clutch operation, if equipped. 12 Scheduled Maintenance General Owner's Information Check battery performance. Inspect steering...
... problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑ brake ❑ coolant recovery reservoir ❑ manual and automatic transmission ❑ power steering ❑ window washer (if equipped with a dipstick) Inspect tires for oil and fluid leaks. Inspect for wear and check air pressure, including spare. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Inspect clutch operation, if equipped. 12 Scheduled Maintenance General Owner's Information Check battery performance. Inspect steering...
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... front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550). NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 30,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ optimal tire life. Replace engine air filter. Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator and Expedition). Rotation recommended for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace the remote filter element on all other vehicles, if equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Inspect exhaust...
... front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550). NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 30,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ optimal tire life. Replace engine air filter. Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator and Expedition). Rotation recommended for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace the remote filter element on all other vehicles, if equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Inspect exhaust...
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... Torqshift transmission. Change manual transmission fluid. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator and Expedition). Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Consult your particular requirements. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 60,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for your dealer for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system...
... Torqshift transmission. Change manual transmission fluid. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator and Expedition). Replace fuel filter (see page 47). Consult your particular requirements. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 60,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for your dealer for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system...
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...P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 105,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Replace spark plugs. ❑ Replace rear axle lubricant (Class A Motorhome, ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Replace PCV valve on all light trucks under 6,000 ❑ Gross Vehicle Weight (except 3V engines). Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. DEALER VALIDATION: F450/550 and E450). Multi-point inspection (recommended) (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). Replace cabin air...
...P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 105,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Replace spark plugs. ❑ Replace rear axle lubricant (Class A Motorhome, ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Replace PCV valve on all light trucks under 6,000 ❑ Gross Vehicle Weight (except 3V engines). Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. DEALER VALIDATION: F450/550 and E450). Multi-point inspection (recommended) (see exceptions page 46 and record page 48). Replace cabin air...
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... steering linkage if equipped with sealed bearings). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 25 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550). Change manual transmission fluid. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all other vehicles, if equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect exhaust...
... steering linkage if equipped with sealed bearings). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 25 Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft U-joints (F250/350/450/550). Change manual transmission fluid. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all other vehicles, if equipped with the Torqshift transmission. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect exhaust...
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...; Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and (see page 47). lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with zerk fittings. Replace 4X2 wheel bearings and grease seals, lubricate and adjust bearings. Change transfer case fluid (4X4 only). Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator and Expedition). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 150,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter...
...; Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and (see page 47). lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with zerk fittings. Replace 4X2 wheel bearings and grease seals, lubricate and adjust bearings. Change transfer case fluid (4X4 only). Replace climate-controlled seat filters if equipped (Navigator and Expedition). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 150,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter...
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... hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & MINIVANS 30,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ Multi-point inspection (recommended) optimal tire life. Change automatic transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with dipstick. Consult your dealer for wear. Replace climate-controlled seat filter if equipped (LS and Monterey). Replace climate-controlled seat cushion...
... hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & MINIVANS 30,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ Multi-point inspection (recommended) optimal tire life. Change automatic transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with dipstick. Consult your dealer for wear. Replace climate-controlled seat filter if equipped (LS and Monterey). Replace climate-controlled seat cushion...
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... engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 60,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ optimal tire life. Replace climate-controlled seat cushion filter, if equipped (Zephyr) Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled...
... engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 60,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ optimal tire life. Replace climate-controlled seat cushion filter, if equipped (Zephyr) Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled...
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... 48). Replace climate-controlled seat cushion filter, if equipped (Zephyr). NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & MINIVANS 150,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake ❑ Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension (see below). lines & hoses, and parking brake system.
... 48). Replace climate-controlled seat cushion filter, if equipped (Zephyr). NORMAL SCHEDULE CARS & MINIVANS 150,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake ❑ Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension (see below). lines & hoses, and parking brake system.
Warranty Guide 5th Printing
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... coverage period, Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Vehicle Assurance Company warrants your new vehicle. conditions that are not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty are authorized by the tire manufacturer's authorized service center. The new Vehicle Limited Warranty provides no out-of miles driven) only applies if the corrosion causes perforation (holes) in factory-supplied materials or workmanship. When making warranty repairs on your vehicle's safety belts and air bag Supplemental...
... coverage period, Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Vehicle Assurance Company warrants your new vehicle. conditions that are not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty are authorized by the tire manufacturer's authorized service center. The new Vehicle Limited Warranty provides no out-of miles driven) only applies if the corrosion causes perforation (holes) in factory-supplied materials or workmanship. When making warranty repairs on your vehicle's safety belts and air bag Supplemental...
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... Ford Motor Vehicle Assurance Company covers the engine and these components: cylinder block, heads and all internal parts, intake and exhaust manifolds, timing gear, harmonic balancer, valve covers, oil pan and pump, water pump, fuel system (excluding fuel lines and fuel tank), high pressure lines, gaskets and seals, glow plugs, turbocharger, powertrain control module, electronic driver unit, injectors, injection pressure sensor, high pressure oil regulator, exhaust back pressure regulator and sensor, camshaft position sensor, accelerator switch. WHAT IS NOT COVERED? where there is no factory...
... Ford Motor Vehicle Assurance Company covers the engine and these components: cylinder block, heads and all internal parts, intake and exhaust manifolds, timing gear, harmonic balancer, valve covers, oil pan and pump, water pump, fuel system (excluding fuel lines and fuel tank), high pressure lines, gaskets and seals, glow plugs, turbocharger, powertrain control module, electronic driver unit, injectors, injection pressure sensor, high pressure oil regulator, exhaust back pressure regulator and sensor, camshaft position sensor, accelerator switch. WHAT IS NOT COVERED? where there is no factory...
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...; oil changes • clutch linings • oils, lubricants, other fluids • Wiper blades • oil/air filters • Wheel alignments and tire • tire rotation balancing • cleaning/polishing • Brake pad/lining 8 You, as the owner, are on windshield stress cracks will be provided for the first 12 months in service, regardless of miles driven, even though caused by Use and/or the Environment The New Vehicle Limited Warranty...
...; oil changes • clutch linings • oils, lubricants, other fluids • Wiper blades • oil/air filters • Wheel alignments and tire • tire rotation balancing • cleaning/polishing • Brake pad/lining 8 You, as the owner, are on windshield stress cracks will be provided for the first 12 months in service, regardless of miles driven, even though caused by Use and/or the Environment The New Vehicle Limited Warranty...
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... Oil Filler Cap • Powertrain Control Module • Secondary Air Injection System • Spark Control Components • Spark Plugs and Ignition Wires • Synchronizer Assembly • Throttle Body Assembly (MFI) • Transmission Control Module (TCM) • Turbocharger Assembly • NGV module (Bi-fuel/CNG) (1) Flex Fuel vehicle only List of Parts Covered for 5 Years or 100,000 Miles (whichever occurs first) by the two emissions warranties are all emissions-related bulbs, hoses, clamps, brackets, tubes, gaskets, seals, belts, connectors, non diesel fuel...
... Oil Filler Cap • Powertrain Control Module • Secondary Air Injection System • Spark Control Components • Spark Plugs and Ignition Wires • Synchronizer Assembly • Throttle Body Assembly (MFI) • Transmission Control Module (TCM) • Turbocharger Assembly • NGV module (Bi-fuel/CNG) (1) Flex Fuel vehicle only List of Parts Covered for 5 Years or 100,000 Miles (whichever occurs first) by the two emissions warranties are all emissions-related bulbs, hoses, clamps, brackets, tubes, gaskets, seals, belts, connectors, non diesel fuel...
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... • Fuel Sensor (2) • Fuel Tank (non diesel only) • Fuel Tank Pressure Control Valve (2) • Idle Air Bypass Valve • Ignition Coil and/or Control Module • Intake Manifold (1) • Intercooler Assembly - The parts on the following list are covered by Defects Warranties • Air Flow Sensor • Air/Fuel Feedback Control System and Sensors • Air Induction System • Altitude Compensation System • Catalytic Converter • Cold Start Enrichment System • Cold Start Fuel Injector (2) • Controls for five years or 100,000 miles...
... • Fuel Sensor (2) • Fuel Tank (non diesel only) • Fuel Tank Pressure Control Valve (2) • Idle Air Bypass Valve • Ignition Coil and/or Control Module • Intake Manifold (1) • Intercooler Assembly - The parts on the following list are covered by Defects Warranties • Air Flow Sensor • Air/Fuel Feedback Control System and Sensors • Air Induction System • Altitude Compensation System • Catalytic Converter • Cold Start Enrichment System • Cold Start Fuel Injector (2) • Controls for five years or 100,000 miles...
Owner Guide 1st Printing
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... help prevent the engine from the coded key and restart the engine. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) 4 position, then press the power door 1 UNLOCK control 3 times. 5 3. This system is designed to the key when starting problems and a loss of coded key may result in the instrument cluster. 73 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Your vehicle comes with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. These objects will...
... help prevent the engine from the coded key and restart the engine. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) 4 position, then press the power door 1 UNLOCK control 3 times. 5 3. This system is designed to the key when starting problems and a loss of coded key may result in the instrument cluster. 73 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Your vehicle comes with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. These objects will...
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... cooling. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. When turning, make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow more distance for towing a trailer. • To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. Servicing after towing If you have enough braking power and your local motor vehicle speed regulations for stopping with a trailer attached. • If you are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are towing...
... cooling. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. When turning, make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow more distance for towing a trailer. • To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. Servicing after towing If you have enough braking power and your local motor vehicle speed regulations for stopping with a trailer attached. • If you are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are towing...
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... detergents when cleaning the seat-mounted side air bag. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of equivalent quality: Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42) Motorcraft Car Care Kit (ZC-26) Motorcraft Car Wash (Canada only) (CXC-21) Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (ZC-15) Motorcraft Custom Clear Coat Polish (ZC-8-A) 187 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA...
... detergents when cleaning the seat-mounted side air bag. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of equivalent quality: Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42) Motorcraft Car Care Kit (ZC-26) Motorcraft Car Wash (Canada only) (CXC-21) Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (ZC-15) Motorcraft Custom Clear Coat Polish (ZC-8-A) 187 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA...
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..., rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. Revving the engine before turning it off the speed control in scheduled maintenance information. Warming up a vehicle on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy. Unnecessary shifting of driving. 211 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post...
..., rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. Revving the engine before turning it off the speed control in scheduled maintenance information. Warming up a vehicle on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy. Unnecessary shifting of driving. 211 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post...
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... replacing bulbs ...35 turning on and off ...29 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...23, 25 Homelink wireless control system ...49 Hood ...190 I Ignition ...140, 220-221 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ...107 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...214 Instrument panel cleaning ...186 cluster ...10 lighting up panel and interior ...30 J Jack ...162 positioning ...162 storage ...162 Jump-starting your vehicle with EPA fuel economy estimates ...212 detergent in fuel ...208 filling your vehicle ...168 K Keyless entry system ...71 229 2006 Taurus...
... replacing bulbs ...35 turning on and off ...29 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...23, 25 Homelink wireless control system ...49 Hood ...190 I Ignition ...140, 220-221 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ...107 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...214 Instrument panel cleaning ...186 cluster ...10 lighting up panel and interior ...30 J Jack ...162 positioning ...162 storage ...162 Jump-starting your vehicle with EPA fuel economy estimates ...212 detergent in fuel ...208 filling your vehicle ...168 K Keyless entry system ...71 229 2006 Taurus...