low beam FORD TAURUS 2015 6.G Owners Manual

AUTOLAMPS
WARNING:The daytime running lamps system does not activate
the tail lamps and may not provide adequate lighting during low
visibility driving conditions. Also, the autolamps switch position may not
activate the headlamps in all low visibility conditions, such as daytime
fog. Always ensure that your headlamps are switched to auto or on, as
appropriate, during all low visibility conditions. Failure to do so may
result in a collision.
When the lighting control is in the autolamps position, the headlamps
will automatically turn on in low light situations or when wipers are
activated.
The headlamps remain on for a period of time after you switch the
ignition off. Use the information display controls to adjust the period of
time that the headlamps remain on.
Note: If your vehicle is equipped
with autolamps, it will have the
windshield wiper activated
headlamps. The windshield wiper
activated headlamps turn on within
10 seconds when you switch the
windshield wipers on and the lighting
control switch is in the autolamps
position. They will turn off
approximately 60 seconds after you
switch the windshield wipers off.
The headlamps will not turn on by wiper activation:
• During a mist wipe.
• When the wipers are on to clear washer fluid during a wash condition.
• If the wipers are in intermittent mode.
Note: If you have autolamps and autowipers switched on, the low beam
headlamps will turn on automatically when the windshield wipers operate
continuously.
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DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Always remember to turn on your headlamps at
dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp
(DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not
provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate
your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
The system turns the headlamps on with a reduced output.
To activate:
• the ignition must be in the on position and
• the lighting control is in the off, autolamp, or parking lamp position
and
• the transmission is not in PARK.
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
The system will automatically turn on your high beams if it is dark
enough and no other traffic is present. When it detects an approaching
vehicle’s headlights, a preceding vehicle’s tail lamps or street lighting, the
system will turn off the high beams (low beams remain on) before they
distract other drivers.
Note: If it appears that automatic control of the high beams is not
functioning properly, check the windshield in front of the camera for
blockage. A clear view of the road is required for proper system
operation. Any windshield damage in the area of the camera field-of-view
should be repaired.
Note: If a blockage is detected (e.g. bird dropping, bug splatter, snow, or
ice) and no changes are observed, the system will go into low beam
mode until the blockage is cleared. A message may also appear in the
instrument cluster display noting the front camera is blocked.
Note: Typical road dust, dirt and water spots will not affect the
automatic high beam system’s performance. However, in cold or
inclement weather conditions, the automatic high beam system’s
availability may be decreased. If the driver wants to change the beam
state independently of the system, the driver may turn the high beams
on or off using the multifunction switch stalk. Automatic control will
resume when conditions are correct.
Note: Modification of the vehicle ride height (e.g. using much larger
tires) may degrade feature performance.
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A camera sensor is centrally mounted behind the windshield of the
vehicle, and monitors the conditions to decide when to switch the high
beams off and on.
Once the system is active the high beams will switch on if:
•The ambient light level is low enough that high beams are needed.
• There is no traffic in front of the vehicle.
• Vehicle speed is greater than 32 mph (52 km/h).
• Severe weather is not detected.
The high beams will switch off if:
• An approaching vehicle’s headlights or a preceding vehicle’s tail lamps
are detected.
• The vehicle speed falls below 27 mph (44 km/h).
• The ambient light level is high enough that high beams are not
needed.
• Severe rain, snow or fog is detected.
• The camera is blocked.
Activating the system
Switch the system on within the information display. See Information
displays.
Turn the lighting control to the
autolamps position.
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Manually overriding the systemWhen the automatic control has
activated high beams, pushing or
pulling the stalk will provide a
temporary override to low beam.
To permanently deactivate the system use the information display menu
or turn the lighting control switch from autolamps to headlamps.
DIRECTION INDICATORS •To operate the left direction
indicator, push the lever down
until it stops.
• To operate the right direction
indicator, push the lever up until
it stops.
Note: Tap the lever up or down to make the direction indicators flash
only three times to indicate a lane change.
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Grade assist (if equipped) (RTT)Illuminates when grade assist is turned on.
Heads up display (if equipped) A red beam of lights will illuminate on the windshield in certain
instances when using adaptive cruise control and/or the
collision warning system. It will also illuminate momentarily
when you start your vehicle to make sure the display works.
High beams
Illuminates when the high-beam headlamps are on.
Low fuel (RTT) Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near
empty.
Low tire pressure warning Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the light remains
on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be
checked. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light will
illuminate for 3 seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does
not turn on or begins to flash, contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Low washer fluid (RTT)
Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low.
Park lamps Illuminates when the park lamps are on.
Powertrain malfunction/reduced power (RTT) Illuminates when a powertrain or an AWD fault has been
detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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Settings
Vehicle Auto Engine Off — check enabled / uncheck disabled DTE Calculation Normal / Towing
Easy Entry/Exit — check enabled / uncheck disabled
Lighting Auto highbeam — check enabled(default) / uncheck disabled
Autolamp Delay Off or number ofseconds
Locks Autolock — check enabled (default) / uncheck disabled
Autounlock — check enabled
(default) / uncheck disabled
Remote
UnlockingAll doors /
Driver’s door
Oil Life Reset Set to XXX % — Hold OK to Reset
Remote Start Climate Control
(using this
feature allows
you to select
different climate
control modes
when the vehicle
is started using
the remote start
feature)
Auto / Last
Setting
Seats & Wheel or
Front Seats Auto / Off
Duration 5/10
/15 minutes
System — check enabled (default)
/ uncheck disabled
Windows Remote Open or Close
Wipers Courtesy Wipe — check enabled
(default) / uncheck disabled
Rain Sensing — check enabled
(default) / uncheck disabled
Information Displays
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Fuse or relaynumber Fuse amp
rating Protected components
8 10A Not used (spare)
9 10A SYNC module, Multi-function displays, Electronic finish panel,
Radio frequency transceiver module
10 10A Run accessory relay
11 10A Intelligent access module logic, Heads-up display
12 15A Puddle lamp, Backlighting LED, Interior lighting
13 15A Right front turn, Right rear turn
14 15A Left front turn, Left rear turn
15 15A Stop lamp, Backup lamp
16 10A Right front low beam
17 10A Left front low beam
18 10A Start button, Keypad illumination, Brake shift interlock, Powertrain
control module wakeup, Immobilizer
transceiver module
19 20A Audio amplifier
20 20A All lock motor relay, Driver lock motor relay
21 10A Not used (spare)
22 20A Horn relay
23 15A Steering wheel control module logic, Instrument cluster
24 15A Steering wheel control module, Datalink
25 15A Decklid release relay
26 5A Ignition switch or push button start switch
27 20A Intelligent access module power
28 15A Not used (spare)
29 20A Radio, Global positioning system module
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5. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter
element edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could cause
filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly
seated.6. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure
the clamps. Be sure that the air cleaner cover tabs
are engaged into the slots of the air cleaner housing.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.
If your vehicle has been in an accident, an authorized dealer should
check the alignment of your headlamps.
Vertical Aim Adjustment
1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,
approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away. •(1) 8 feet (2.4 meters)
• (2) Center height of lamp to
ground
• (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)
• (4) Horizontal reference line
2. Measure the height of the
headlamp bulb center from the
ground and mark an 8 foot
(2.4 meter) horizontal reference line
on the vertical wall or screen at this
height (a piece of masking tape works well). The center of the lamp is
marked bya3m illimeter circle on the headlamp lens.
3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and
open the hood.
To see a clearer light pattern for adjusting, you may want to block the
light from one headlamp while adjusting the other.
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These are examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp
water leak):
•Water puddle inside the lamp.
• Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of
the lens.
Take your vehicle to a dealer for service if any of the above conditions of
unacceptable moisture are present.
Replacing headlamp bulbs
WARNING: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep
out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base
and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the
bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated.
Note: If the bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with
rubbing alcohol before being used.
Headlamp:
A. Front parking lamp/turn signal
bulb
B. Low/High beam headlamp bulb
C. Sidemarker bulb
Low/High beam bulbs:
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the off position, then open the
hood.
2. Reach in behind the headlamp
assembly to access the bulbs and
connectors.
3. Remove service cap.
4. Remove bulb from the headlamp assembly by turning it
counterclockwise, then pull it straight out.
ABC
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Replacing supplemental park lamp bulbs
Your vehicle is equipped with an LED supplemental park lamp. It is
designed to last the life of the vehicle. If replacement is required, it is
recommended that you see your authorized dealer.
BULB SPECIFICATION CHART
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an
“E” for Europe to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern
and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly
or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn
time.
FunctionNumber of bulbsTrade
number
Low series low/high beam
headlamp 2
HIR2
* High series Low/high
beam headlamp (HID) 2
D3S
Front park/turn lamp 23457AK
(amber)
Sidemarker lamp (front) 2194NA
* Sidemarker lamp (rear) 2LED
* Tail/brake lamp 2LED
* Rear turn lamp 2LED
Backup lamp 2921
License plate lamp 2C5W
* High-mount brake lamp 1LED
* Supplemental park lamp 2LED
Map lamp 2W5WL
Dome/reading lamps 2W5WL
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer.
* To replace these lights - see your authorized dealer.
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