clock setting FORD TAURUS 2008 5.G Owners Manual
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3.MENU:Press repeatedly to
access the following settings:
Setting the clock:Press MENU until SET HOURS or SET MINUTES is
displayed. Use
/to manually increase/decrease. Press MENU again
to disengage clock mode. Press OK to close and return to the main
menu.
If your vehicle is equipped with an in-dash clock, refer toClockin the
Driver Controlschapter.
CATEGORY (satellite radio, if equipped - early availability):Press
MENU until the currently active category appears in the display
(CATEGORY MODE). In CATEGORY MODE, press
/to scroll
through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock,
News, etc.) Press
SEEK, SEEKor SCAN to select the category.
After a category is selected, press SEEK to search for that specific
category of channels only (i.e. ROCK). To select a different category,
press MENU until the category appears in the display. Press
/to
select a different category. You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek
all available SIRIUS categories and channels. Press OK to close and
return to the main menu.
Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio
subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.
Note:If your vehicle is equipped with Satellite Radio, you will either
have the CATEGORY option above or the CATEOGRY option within the
SATELLITE RADIO MENU below.
SATELLITE RADIO MENU (if equipped — late availability):Press
MENU when satellite radio mode is active to access. Press OK to enter
into the satellite radio menu. Press
/to cycle through the
following options:
•CATEGORY:Press OK to enter category mode. Press
/to
scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop,
Rock, News, etc.) Press OK when the desired category appears in the
display. After a category is selected, press SEEK to search for that
specific category of channels only (i.e. ROCK). You may also select
CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels.
Press OK to close and return to the main menu.
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1./(Tune/Disc selector):
In radio mode,press to manually
go up (
) or down ()the
radio frequency. Press and hold for
a fast advance through radio frequencies.
In menu mode,use to select various settings.
In CD/MP3 mode,press to select the desired disc.
In CATEGORY mode (if equipped),press to scroll through the list of
available SIRIUS channel categories.
Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio
subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.
2.
(Phone):Your vehicle may be
equipped with the SYNC™ system
which has special phone features.
For further information, refer to theSYNC supplement.
3.MENU:Press repeatedly to
access to the following settings:
Setting the clock:Press until SELECT HOURS or SELECT MINUTES is
displayed. Press
/to adjust the hours/minutes. Press MENU again
to disengage clock mode. Press OK to close and return to the main
menu.
If your vehicle is equipped with an in-dash clock, refer to “Setting the
clock” in theDriver Controlschapter.
CATEGORY (satellite radio, if equipped — early availability):
Press MENU until the currently active category appears in the display
(CATEGORY MODE). In CATEGORY MODE, press
/to scroll
through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock,
News, etc.) Press
SEEKor SCAN to select the category. After a
category is selected, press SEEK to search for that specific category of
channels only (i.e. ROCK). To select a different category, press MENU
until the category appears in the display. Press
/to select a
different category. You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all
available SIRIUS categories and channels. Press OK to close and return
to the main menu.
Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio
subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.
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2. Put the gearshift in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start the
engine.
3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
6. Release the parking brake. With your foot on the brake pedal and with
the A/C on, put the vehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle for
at least one minute.
7. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process.
•The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles (16 km) or more to
relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy.
•If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idle
quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle
trim is eventually relearned.
If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,
the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is
reconnected.
•Always dispose of automotive
batteries in a responsible manner.
Follow your local authorized
standards for disposal. Call your
local authorized recycling center
to find out more about recycling
automotive batteries.
ENGINE COOLANT
Checking engine coolant
The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the
intervals listed inscheduled maintenance information.The coolant
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 (such as the
Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014–R1060). 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 below, add
coolant per the instructions in theAdding engine coolantsection.
L
E
A
D
RETURN
RECYCLE
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Power point .................................92
Power steering ..........................224
fluid, checking and adding ....301
fluid, refill capacity ................307
fluid, specifications .................307
Power Windows ...........................93
R
Radio ................................16, 20, 27
Rear seat entertainment
system ..........................................43
Relays ........................................239
Remote entry system .......124–125
illuminated entry ............128–129
locking/unlocking doors .........125
opening the trunk ...................126
panic alarm .............................126
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................128
replacing the batteries ...........127
Reverse sensing system ...........228
Roadside assistance ..................237
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........153
Safety belts (see
Safety restraints) ......145, 149–152
Safety Canopy ...................168, 170
Safety defects, reporting ..........269
Safety restraints ........145, 149–153
Belt-Minder...........................154
extension assembly ................153
for adults .........................150–152
for children .....................173–174
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................147safety belt maintenance .........153
warning light and chime ........154
Safety seats for children ..........177
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................310
Satellite Radio Information ........40
Seats ..........................................138
child safety seats ....................177
front seats ...............138, 140, 142
heated ........................................75
memory seat ...................126, 143
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................132
Servicing your vehicle ..............277
Setting the clock
AM/FM single CD .....................21
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................28
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........250
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................306, 309
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................307
Speed control ..............................97
Starting your vehicle ........215–217
jump starting ..........................254
Steering wheel
controls ....................................100
tilting .........................................90
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................90
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Roadside Emergencies ...........246
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....200
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