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This can help identify any potential issue before there are any major problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑ brake ❑ coolant recovery ... steering and linkage. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Inspect engine air filter. Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Inspect clutch operation, if equipped. 12 Scheduled Maintenance General Owner's Information MULTI-POINT INSPECTION...
This can help identify any potential issue before there are any major problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ❑ brake ❑ coolant recovery ... steering and linkage. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Inspect engine air filter. Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Inspect clutch operation, if equipped. 12 Scheduled Maintenance General Owner's Information MULTI-POINT INSPECTION...
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.../550). P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 105,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear. Inspect wheel ends 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...
.../550). P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 105,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear. Inspect wheel ends 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...
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... bearings and grease seals, lubricate and adjust bearings. Change front axle lubricant (4X4 only). Replace engine air filter. Change rear axle lubricant on CD4E). Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles). Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with zerk fittings. Change transfer case fluid...
... bearings and grease seals, lubricate and adjust bearings. Change front axle lubricant (4X4 only). Replace engine air filter. Change rear axle lubricant on CD4E). Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles). Lubricate ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with zerk fittings. Change transfer case fluid...
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... joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Inspect wheel ends for ❑ optimal tire life. Rotation recommended for endplay and noise. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Replace PCV valve (except 3V engine). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 37 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans...
... joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Inspect wheel ends for ❑ optimal tire life. Rotation recommended for endplay and noise. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Replace PCV valve (except 3V engine). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled Maintenance 37 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans...
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... fluid (except CVT). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Scheduled Maintenance 41 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles). and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Change automatic transaxle filter (except vehicles equipped...
... fluid (except CVT). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Scheduled Maintenance 41 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles). and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Change automatic transaxle filter (except vehicles equipped...
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... storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel... information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 189 191 193 196 198 203 217 218 219 Accessories Index 225 227 All rights reserved. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel... information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 189 191 193 196 198 203 217 218 219 Accessories Index 225 227 All rights reserved. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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Turn signal: Illuminates when the left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is opened . Turns off (the key is not in -ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is deactivated. If the ... Control is activated. Speed control: Illuminates when CRUISE the speed control is active. Key-in the ignition) and the driver's door is opened . 12 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are turned on . Refer to Securilock...
Turn signal: Illuminates when the left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is opened . Turns off (the key is not in -ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is deactivated. If the ... Control is activated. Speed control: Illuminates when CRUISE the speed control is active. Key-in the ignition) and the driver's door is opened . 12 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are turned on . Refer to Securilock...
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... vehicle capacity of console features. Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with your warranty. These include: • Utility compartment 42 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not hang any other object...
... vehicle capacity of console features. Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with your warranty. These include: • Utility compartment 42 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not hang any other object...
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Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches may impair proper mirror performance. 44 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) MIRRORS AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be used for the driver's ...
Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches may impair proper mirror performance. 44 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) MIRRORS AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be used for the driver's ...
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...(zones) have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from steel structures and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. The top of heading information, the compass will need... to show the current zone setting. 56 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This may take up to 3 circles to the zone map. 3 2 4 5 1 15 14 13 12 6 7 8...
...(zones) have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from steel structures and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. The top of heading information, the compass will need... to show the current zone setting. 56 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This may take up to 3 circles to the zone map. 3 2 4 5 1 15 14 13 12 6 7 8...
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Driver Controls CHECK FUEL CAP. If you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is displayed, check the level of the electrical loads as many of the engine oil. If this warning stays on a regular basis. 61 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Displayed when the brake system needs servicing...
Driver Controls CHECK FUEL CAP. If you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is displayed, check the level of the electrical loads as many of the engine oil. If this warning stays on a regular basis. 61 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Displayed when the brake system needs servicing...
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... not flash. Note: The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp once, and the parklamps will flash for the alarm to timeout in the 1 (ACCESSORY), 2 (LOCK) or 3 (OFF) position. Both the horn will sound and the Press parklamps will flash once. Press doors are closed , the parklamps ... vehicle doors are closed and locked. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. 67 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The battery saver feature will flash once to confirm that all the doors, turn off...
... not flash. Note: The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp once, and the parklamps will flash for the alarm to timeout in the 1 (ACCESSORY), 2 (LOCK) or 3 (OFF) position. Both the horn will sound and the Press parklamps will flash once. Press doors are closed , the parklamps ... vehicle doors are closed and locked. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. 67 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The battery saver feature will flash once to confirm that all the doors, turn off...
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The use accessory seat covers. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of injury in an accident. See your head on . • A series of a collision. If any of these instructions may come into contact with the system is provided. 102 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners ... or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on the door. Do not lean your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Do not attempt to follow these things happen, even intermittently, have the supplemental restraint system serviced at your dealership...
The use accessory seat covers. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of injury in an accident. See your head on . • A series of a collision. If any of these instructions may come into contact with the system is provided. 102 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners ... or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on the door. Do not lean your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Do not attempt to follow these things happen, even intermittently, have the supplemental restraint system serviced at your dealership...
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There should be no more than the correct tether anchor. 1. The rear seats of movement for the selected seating position. 112 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion. 2. The tether strap may not work properly if ... Safety Restraints 6. Contact the manufacturer of the seat. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of your vehicle are available as an accessory for information about ordering a tether strap. To check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to the appropriate...
There should be no more than the correct tether anchor. 1. The rear seats of movement for the selected seating position. 112 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion. 2. The tether strap may not work properly if ... Safety Restraints 6. Contact the manufacturer of the seat. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of your vehicle are available as an accessory for information about ordering a tether strap. To check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to the appropriate...
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... key as soon as the radio to be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake pedal depressed. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical 3 accessories such as the engine starts. Key position when driving. 5. Driving STARTING Positions of radio noise. To avoid unwanted ...vehicle movement, always set the parking brake. 4. Preparing to Starting the engine in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. 140 2006 Taurus...
... key as soon as the radio to be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake pedal depressed. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical 3 accessories such as the engine starts. Key position when driving. 5. Driving STARTING Positions of radio noise. To avoid unwanted ...vehicle movement, always set the parking brake. 4. Preparing to Starting the engine in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. 140 2006 Taurus...
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... your vehicle, have the vehicle checked. Do not allow the vehicle to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. 141 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Before starting the vehicle: 1. For more information on safety belts and their safety belts. The...
... your vehicle, have the vehicle checked. Do not allow the vehicle to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. 141 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Before starting the vehicle: 1. For more information on safety belts and their safety belts. The...
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...13 14 15 16 17 18 Fuse amp rating 20A 40A - 30A CB 10A 15A - - 10A 10A 15A 15A Passenger compartment fuse panel description Accessory delay relay Driver one touch down relay Blower motor relay Flasher relay Not used Not used Rear defrost relay coil feed Blower motor Rear defrost... relay Power seats, Delayed accessory Right headlamp Highbeam headlamps Not used Not used Left headlamp Not used (spare) Stop lamp, Speed control deactivation switch Parklamps, PWM (backlighting), Autolamps...
...13 14 15 16 17 18 Fuse amp rating 20A 40A - 30A CB 10A 15A - - 10A 10A 15A 15A Passenger compartment fuse panel description Accessory delay relay Driver one touch down relay Blower motor relay Flasher relay Not used Not used Rear defrost relay coil feed Blower motor Rear defrost... relay Power seats, Delayed accessory Right headlamp Highbeam headlamps Not used Not used Left headlamp Not used (spare) Stop lamp, Speed control deactivation switch Parklamps, PWM (backlighting), Autolamps...
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... start your vehicle. Do not disconnect the battery of the transmission. Do not attempt to the hood of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 168 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) As a result, the transmission may damage the catalytic converter. Turn the heater fan on both vehicles...
... start your vehicle. Do not disconnect the battery of the transmission. Do not attempt to the hood of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 168 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) As a result, the transmission may damage the catalytic converter. Turn the heater fan on both vehicles...
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...(ZC-45) to your vehicle, wash off as soon as possible. Take your color code (printed on a sticker in contact with any exterior accessories, such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowl area. Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle... and a neutral pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your dealer to ensure you get the correct color. 183 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) use a clean sponge or car wash mitt with plenty of water for best results. •...
...(ZC-45) to your vehicle, wash off as soon as possible. Take your color code (printed on a sticker in contact with any exterior accessories, such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowl area. Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle... and a neutral pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your dealer to ensure you get the correct color. 183 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) use a clean sponge or car wash mitt with plenty of water for best results. •...
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...-cased battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 3. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is swallowed, call a physician immediately. With your foot on the... and get prompt medical attention. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Because your hands on , put the vehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 197 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Therefore...
...-cased battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 3. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is swallowed, call a physician immediately. With your foot on the... and get prompt medical attention. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Because your hands on , put the vehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 197 2006 Taurus (tau) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Therefore...