AUX FORD TAURUS 2002 4.G Owners Manual

AUXILIARY POWER POINT
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. 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.
The auxiliary power point is located on the instrument panel below the
cigarette lighter.
Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Use
the power point.
POWER WINDOWS
Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows.
²Press the top portion of the
rocker switch to close.
²Press the bottom portion of the
rocker switch to open.
AUTO
AUTO
Driver Controls
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Working with the engine on
1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
Note:Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not
remove it while the engine is running.
OPENING THE HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located under the
bottom of the instrument panel.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and
release the auxiliary latch located in
the center between the hood and
the grille.
3. Lift the hood until the lift
cylinders hold it open.
Maintenance and Specifications
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Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Windshield
washer fluid -
RearUltra-Clear
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateWagon 1.8L
(60.9 oz.)
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
ItemsFord Part
Name or
equivalentFord Part
NumberFord
Specification
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1 ESA-M6C25-A
and DOT 3
Door latch, hood
latch, auxiliary
hood latch, seat
tracks, trunk
and liftgate
latchesMulti-Purpose
GreaseXG-4 or
F5AZ-19G209-AAESR-M1C159-A
Lock cylinders Penetrating and
Lock LubricantMotorcraft XL-1 none
Automatic
transaxle (AX4S
and 4F50N
1)Motorcraft
MERCONtV
AT FXT-5-QM
MERCONtV
Engine oil Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
OilXO-5W20-QSP WSS-M2C153-H
and API
Certification
Mark
Constant
velocity jointsCV Joint Grease
(High Temp.)XG-5 WSS-M2C258±A1
Maintenance and Specifications
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A
Accessory delay ..........................70
Air bag supplemental
restraint system ........121±122, 126
and child safety seats ............124
description ......................122, 126
disposal ....................................128
driver air bag ..........121, 125, 127
indicator light ...................12, 125
operation .................121, 125, 127
passenger air bag ...121, 125, 127
side air bag ..............................126
Air cleaner filter .......................232
Air conditioning ..........................43
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................40
Air filter, cabin ............................50
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................207
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................143±144
Anti-theft system ........................98
arming the system ....................98
disarming a triggered
system .......................................99
warning light .............................14
Automatic transaxle .................148
driving with .............................150
fluid, adding ............................226
fluid, checking ........................226
fluid, refill capacities ..............233
fluid, specification ..................236
Auxiliary power point .................69
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........234B
Battery .......................................205
acid, treating emergencies .....205
charging system
warning light .............................12
jumping a disabled battery ....172
maintenance-free ....................205
replacement,
specifications ..........................232
servicing ..................................205
Belt minder ...............................116
Brakes ........................................143
anti-lock ...........................143±144
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light .........12, 144
brake warning light ..................12
fluid, checking and adding ....225
fluid, refill capacities ..............233
fluid, specifications .........234, 236
lubricant
specifications ..................234, 236
parking ....................................145
pedals (see Power
adjustable foot pedals) ............74
shift interlock ..........................148
Break-in period .............................6
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....233
Cargo area shade ........................83
Cargo cover .................................82
Cargo net ...............................81±82
CD changer .................................35
Cellular telephone (see your
Cellular Phone Guide) ................79
Certification Label ....................238
Index
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