FORD TAURUS 2014 6.G Owners Manual

EXCEPTIONS
There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listed
below:
Normal vehicle axle maintenance:Rear axles and power take-off
(PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped with
Ford-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluid
unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the assembly has been
submerged in water. During long periods of trailer towing with outside
temperatures above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open throttle for long
periods above 45 mph (72 km/h), non-synthetic rear axle fluids should
be changed every 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) or three months,
whichever comes first. This interval can be waived if the axle is filled
with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification
WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add friction
modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axles (seeTechnical specificationsin theCapacities
and Specificationschapter for details).
Police/Taxi/Livery vehicle axle maintenance:Change rear axle fluid
every 100000 miles (160000 kilometers). Rear axle fluid change may be
waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting
Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B or
equivalent. Add four ounces (118 mL) of additive friction modifier XL-3
(EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear
axles. The axle fluid should be changed anytime the axle has been
submerged in water.
California fuel filter replacement:If the vehicle is registered in
California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission
warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however, urges you to have all
recommended maintenance services performed at the specified intervals
and to record all vehicle service.
Class A Motorhome:Change brake fluid every two years.
Hot climate oil change intervals:Vehicles operating in the Middle
East, North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with similar climates
using an American Petroleum Institute (API) Certified for Gasoline
Engines (Certification mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal oil
change interval is 5000 miles (8000 kilometers).
If the available API SM or SN oils are not available, then the oil change
service interval is 3000 miles (4800 kilometers).
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Edge/MKX AWD only:Vehicles operating off-road in sand during high
ambient temperatures must replace the AWD PTU (All-wheel drive
Power Transfer Unit) lube every 20000 miles (32000 kilometers).
Engine air filter & cabin air filter replacement:Engine air filter and
cabin air filter life is dependent on exposure to dusty and dirty
conditions. Vehicles operated in these conditions will require frequent
inspection and replacement of the engine air filter and cabin air filter.
ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD
Initial change Six years or 100000 miles (160000 km)
(whichever comes first)
After initial change Every three years or 50000 miles (80000 km)
Engine Coolant Change Log
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911 Assist™ ......................401, 476
A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................194
Accessing and using your USB
port ............................................453
Accessing call history/phone
book during active call .............390
Accessing your calendar ..........475
Accessing your media menu
features ......................................412
Accessing your phone menu
features ......................................392
Accessory delay ..........................97
Active call menu options .........390
Active Park Assist .....................200
Adaptive Cruise Control ...........210
Adding (pairing) a phone ........462
Advanced menu options ...399, 419
Advanced menu options
(prompts, languages, defaults,
master reset, installing
applications) ..............................399
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................45
and child safety seats ..............46
description ................................45
disposal ......................................55
driver airbag ..............................45
passenger airbag .......................45
side airbag ...........................45, 51
Air cleaner filter .......296–297, 356
Air conditioning ........................130
manual heating and air
conditioning system ...............130
Air filter, cabin ..........................138All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................186
Ambient mood/lighting .............482
AM/FM .......................................441
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................283
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................194
Anti-theft system ..................77, 80
arming the system ..............77, 80
disarming a triggered system ..80
Audio system
Single CD ................366, 370, 372
Audio system
(see Radio) ................366, 370, 372
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................181
fluid, adding ....................288–289
fluid, checking ................288–289
fluid, refill capacities ..............352
fluid, specification ..................352
Selectshift (SST) ....................182
Auxiliary Input Jack .................450
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ..379
Auxiliary powerpoint ................160
A/V inputs ..........................381, 458
B
Battery .......................................294
acid, treating emergencies .....294
jumping a disabled battery ....256
maintenance-free ....................294
replacement, specifications ...356
servicing ..................................294
Blind Spot Information
System .......................................225
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Booster seats ...............................22
Brakes ........................................193
anti-lock ...................................194
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................194
brake warning light ................194
fluid, checking and adding ....293
fluid, refill capacities ..............352
fluid, specifications .................352
lubricant specifications ..........352
parking ....................................194
shift interlock ..........................183
trailer .......................................245
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....352
Cargo net ...................................235
CD ..............................366, 370, 372
CD player ..........................364, 452
CD voice commands .................453
Cell phone use ............................15
Changing a tire .........................335
Child safety restraints ..........28–29
Child safety seats
attaching with tether straps ....29
automatic locking mode
(retractor) .................................36
LATCH .......................................28
Child safety seats - booster
seats .............................................22
Cleaning the touchscreen ........431
Cleaning your vehicle ...............305
engine compartment ..............307
instrument panel ....................309
interior .....................................309
plastic parts ............................306
washing ....................................305waxing .....................................307
wheels ......................................311
wiper blades ............................308
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ..........130
Climate voice commands .........493
Clock ..................................366, 480
Collision Warning System .........230
Compass Display .......................114
Console ......................................161
overhead ..................................162
Coolant ......................................283
checking and adding ..............283
refill capacities ........................352
specifications ..........................352
Cross Traffic Alert ....................225
Cruise control ...........................209
Cupholder(s) .............................153
Customer Assistance ................254
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................361
Getting roadside assistance ...254
Getting the service you
need .........................................259
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................265
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................263
D
Defrost ...............130–131, 133, 135
rear window ............................138
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..................................288–289
engine oil .................................282
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Display settings .........................481
Driver alert ................................219
Driving under special
conditions ..................185, 188, 190
sand .........................................189
snow and ice ...........................191
through water .................189, 251
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) .........131, 133, 135
E
Electronic message center .......110
Electronic stability control ......197
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................256
running out of fuel .................172
Emergency brake
(see Parking brake) ..................194
Emission control system ..........177
End user license agreement ....506
Engine ........................................350
cleaning ...................................307
coolant .....................................283
fail-safe cooling .......................286
idle speed control ...................294
lubrication specifications .......352
refill capacities ........................352
service points ..................279, 281
Engine block heater .................168
Engine oil
checking and adding ..............282
dipstick ....................................282
filter, specifications ................356
refill capacities ........................352
specifications ..........................352
Event data recording ..................12
Exhaust fumes ..........................168F
Fail safe cooling ........................286
Fleet MyKey programming ........64
Floor mats .................................252
Fluid capacities .........................352
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................187
Fuel
cap ...........................................174
capacity ...................................352
choosing the right fuel ...........171
filler funnel .............................172
filling your vehicle with fuel ..174
filter, specifications ........293, 356
fuel pump shut-off ..................255
octane rating ...................172, 350
quality ......................................171
running out of fuel .................172
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................170
Fuel and distance computer ....114
outside temperature
indicator ..................................114
to empty indicator ..................114
trip distance ............................114
trip/reset button .....................114
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................................171
Fuses ..................................267–268
G
Garage door opener ..................155
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............174
Gauges ...............................103–104
odometer .................................114
trip odometer ..........................114
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Hazard flashers .........................255
HD Radio™ ...............................442
Headlamps
aiming ......................................298
bulb specifications ..................304
flash to pass ..............................89
high beam ...........................89, 92
replacing bulbs .......................300
Head restraints .........................142
Heated steering wheel ..............491
Heating ..............130–131, 133, 135
Help ............................................490
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................155
Hood ..........................................277
How to use voice commands ...436
I
Ignition ...............................164, 350
Illuminated visor mirror ...100–101
Information displays .................110
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................179
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................309
cluster ......................................104
Intelligent Access Key ................57
J
Jack ............................................335
positioning ...............................335
storage .....................................335Joining two calls
(multiparty/conference call) ....390
Jump-starting your vehicle ......256
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................70
keypad .......................................72
locking and unlocking doors ....74
programming entry code .........72
Keys .......................................57, 77
positions of the ignition .........164
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................304
headlamps, flash to pass ..........89
interior lamps ...........................94
replacing bulbs .......................300
Lane keeping system ................221
LATCH anchors ...........................28
Lights, warning and indicator ..104
Listening to music ....................439
Load limits .................................235
Locks
autolock .....................................70
childproof ..................................32
doors ..........................................68
Lubricant specifications ...........352
Lug nuts ....................................349
M
Making and receiving calls .......462
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MAP DVD - Loading and
Unloading ..................................462
Map icons ..................................501
Map mode ..................................500
Map preferences .......................498
Map updates ..............................503
Massage seats ............................147
Media Bluetooth menu options
(adding, connecting, deleting,
turning on/off) ..........................418
Message center .........................110
warning messages ...........114, 121
Mirrors .................................98, 100
fold away ...................................98
programmable memory ............59
side view mirrors (power) .......98
Moon roof ..................................102
Motorcraft® parts .............305, 356
Multi-contour seats ...................147
MyFord Touch™ system ..........428
MyKey ..........................................64
N
Navigation features ...................494
Navigation voice commands ....504
Notifications ..............................475
O
Octane rating ............................172
P
Pairing other phones ........388, 462
Pairing your phone ...................461Pairing your phone for the first
time ....................................387, 461
Parental MyKey programming ...64
Park Assist ................................200
Parking brake ............................194
Parts
(see Motorcraft® parts) ..........356
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................47
Phone Bluetooth menu options
(adding, connecting, deleting,
turning on/off) ..........................398
Phone redial ..............................392
Phone settings ..................465, 487
Phone voice commands ............467
Playing music (by artist,
album, genre, playlist, tracks,
similar) ......................................415
POI categories ...........................496
Point of Interest (POI) .............496
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................268
Power door locks ........................68
Power mirrors .............................98
Powerpoint ................................160
Power steering ..........................233
fluid, checking and adding ....293
fluid, refill capacity ................352
fluid, specifications .................352
Power Windows ...........................96
Privacy information ..........384, 433
Push button start system .........164
Putting a call on/off hold .........390
Q
Quick touch buttons .................502
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Radio ..........................366, 370, 372
AM/FM .....................................441
Single CD ................366, 370, 372
Radio reception .........................364
Radio voice commands .............446
Rear heated seats .....................154
Rear view camera
display ................................205, 483
Rear window
defroster ............130–131, 133, 135
Receiving a text
message .............................394, 465
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ........................................24
Relays ................................267–268
Remote entry system
illuminated entry ......................71
locking/unlocking doors ...........68
opening the trunk .....................69
replacing the batteries .............58
Reverse sensing system ...........200
Roadside assistance ..................254
Route preferences ....................498
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............41
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..............................35, 38
Safety defects, reporting ..........266
Safety information ............383, 432
Safety restraints ..............35–36, 38
Belt-Minder® ............................38
extension assembly ..................37for adults .............................35–36
for children ...............................24
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................47
safety belt maintenance ...........41
seat belt maintenance ..............41
warning light and chime ..........38
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ........................................28
Safety seats for children ............24
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................358
Satellite Radio ...................366, 447
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............530
SD card ......................381, 453, 494
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............35
Seats
child safety seats ......................24
climate control ........................151
easy access/easyout feature ..149
front seats ...............145–146, 150
heated ..............................149, 154
memory seat .....................59, 148
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ..........................................72
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................77
Selecting your media source
(USB, Line in, BT audio) .........412
Sending new text messages .....464
Setting a destination ................494
Setting a destination by
voice ...........................................495
Settings ......................................480
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Setting the clock ...............366, 480
Side air curtain ...........................52
Side-curtain airbags system .......52
SIRIUS® satellite radio ....366, 447
SIRIUS satellite radio voice
commands .................................448
SIRIUS Travel Link ...................472
SIRIUS Travel Link voice
commands .................................474
SOS Post Crash Alert .................44
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................350, 356
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................352
Stability system .........................197
Starting your vehicle ................165
jump starting ..........................256
push button start system .......164
Steering wheel ............................81
controls ......................................83
tilting .........................................81
Sunshade ...................................101
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) (see airbags) ....................45
Supported media file types ......457
Supported player, media
formats and metadata
information ................................457
SYNC® customer
support ..............................383, 431
SYNC® Services ................406, 468
System settings .........................483T
Temperature control
(see Climate control) .....130–131,
133, 135, 491
Temporary mobility kit .............341
Text messaging .................394, 464
Text messaging (sending,
downloading, deleting) .....394, 396
Tilt steering wheel ......................81
Tires ...........................314–315, 335
alignment ................................328
care ..........................................314
changing ..........................335, 337
checking the pressure ............324
inflating ...................................322
label .........................................321
replacing ..................................326
rotating ....................................328
safety practices .......................327
sidewall information ...............316
snow tires and chains ............329
spare tire .................................335
Temporary mobility kit ..........341
terminology .............................315
tire grades ...............................315
treadwear ........................314, 324
Touchscreen features
(climate) ....................................491
Towing .......................243, 247–248
recreational towing .................248
trailer towing ..........................243
wrecker ....................................247
Traction control ........................195
Traffic, Directions and
Information ................................406
Traffic preferences ...................498
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Transaxle
fluid, refill capacities ..............352
lubricant specifications ..........352
Transmission
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....183
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .....................288–289
Trunk .....................................75–76
remote release ..........................69
Turn signal ..................................94
U
USB port ............................381, 453
Using privacy mode ..................390
V
Vehicle health report ........404, 478
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................357
Vehicle loading ..........................235Ventilating your vehicle ...........168
Voice commands in media
mode ..........................................410
Voice commands in phone
mode ..........................................388
Voice recognition ......................435
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .....104
Washer fluid ..............................293
Water, Driving through .............251
Windows
power .........................................96
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................87
checking and adding fluid .....293
replacing wiper blades ...........296
Wrecker towing .........................247
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