check engine FORD TAURUS 2016 6.G Service Manual

Check every month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure. Windshield washer fluid level. Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,
it is important to have the systems on your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great.
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Multi-Point inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioninghoses
Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks ordamage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires (including spare) for wear and properpressure**
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer
** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™
Your vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent
Oil-Life Monitor that determines when you
should change the engine oil based on how
your vehicle is used. By using several
important factors in its calculations, the
monitor helps reduce the cost of owning
your vehicle and reduces environmental
waste at the same time. This means you do not have to remember
to change the oil on a mileage-based
schedule. Your vehicle lets you know when
an oil change is due by displaying a
message in the information display.
The following table provides examples of
vehicle use and its impact on oil change
intervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oil
change intervals depend on several factors
and generally decrease with severity of
use.
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At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display
*
Inspect the tires, tire wear and measure the tread depth.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or
drag.
* Do not exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between service intervals.
** Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Engine
Oil Check (page 239). Other maintenance items
1
Replace cabin air filter.
Every 20000 miles (32000
km)
Replace engine air filter.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change engine coolant.2
At 100000 miles (160000
km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every 100000 miles
(160000 km) Inspect accessory drive belt(s). 3
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 150000 miles
(240000 km)
Replace accessory drive belt(s). 4
1 Perform these maintenance items within 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) of the last
engine oil and filter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.
2 Initial replacement at six years or 100000 miles (160000 kilometers), then every three
years or 50000 miles (80000 kilometers).
3 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.
4 If not replaced within the last 100000 miles (160000 kilometers).
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Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change PTU and rear axle fluid (AWD only). See axle
maintenance items under Exceptions.
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
* This is an optional feature. Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads)
Replace cabin air filter. *
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter.**
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Perform multi-point inspection.
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change PTU and rear axle fluid (AWD only). See axle
maintenance items under
Exceptions.
* This is an optional feature.
** Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See
Engine
Oil Check (page 239). Exclusive use of E85 (flex fuel vehicles only)
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular
unleaded fuel.
Every oil change
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
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Axle and PTU maintenance: The Power
Transfer Unit (PTU) and rear axle (AWD
only) in your vehicle does not require any
normal scheduled maintenance. Vehicles
are electronically monitored and notify the
driver required service by displaying a
message in the information display. The
PTU lubricant will be more likely to require
a change if the vehicle has experienced
extended periods of extreme/severe duty
cycle driving. Changing or checking the PTU
lubricant is not necessary unless the unit
has been submerged in water, shows signs
of leakage or a message indicating required
service is displayed. Contact your
authorized dealer for service.
California fuel filter replacement: If you
register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability before the completion of your 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.
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 interval is
3,000 mi (4,800 km)
.
Engine air filter and cabin air filter
replacement
: The life of the engine air
filter and cabin air filter is dependent on
exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.
Vehicles operated in these conditions
require frequent inspection and
replacement of the engine air filter and
cabin air filter.
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Repair Order #:Distance:
Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature:
Dealer stamp

A
A/C
See: Climate Control......................................... 106
About This Manual...........................................7
ABS See: Brakes........................................................... 159
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................ 159
Accessories......................................................371 Exterior Style......................................................... 371
Interior Style.......................................................... 371
Lifestyle................................................................... 371
Peace of Mind....................................................... 371
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................. 11
ACC See: Using Adaptive Cruise Control.............174
Active Park Assist
.........................................166
Automatic Steering into Parking
Space................................................................. 168
Deactivating the Park Assist Feature.........168
Troubleshooting the System.......................... 169
Using Active Park Assist................................... 167
Adjusting the Headlamps.........................252 Horizontal Aim Adjustment........................... 253
Vertical Aim Adjustment................................. 252
Adjusting the Pedals
....................................66
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Manual Adjustable Steering
Column............................................................63
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Power Adjustable Steering
Column............................................................63
Easy Entry and Exit Feature............................. 64
End of Travel Position........................................ 64
Memory Feature................................................... 64
Airbag Disposal
...............................................42
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control......................................... 106
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter.............256
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................ 62
All-Wheel Drive.............................................152 Anti-Theft Alarm............................................62
Arming the Alarm................................................. 62
Disarming the Alarm........................................... 62
Appendices
....................................................394
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............85 Headlamps On Warning Chime...................... 85
Key in Ignition Warning Chime........................ 85
Keyless Warning Alert........................................ 85
Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................85
Audio Control..................................................64 MEDIA....................................................................... 64
Seek, Next or Previous....................................... 64
Audio Input Jack...........................................322
Audio System
.................................................312
General Information........................................... 312
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC/Satellite Radio...............................313
Menu Structure.................................................... 315
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/FM/CD...................................................317
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/ FM/CD............................................................318
Autolamps........................................................70 Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps........................................................ 70
Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Premium AM/FM/CD...................108
Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Sony Audio System........................110
Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles Without: Touchscreen Display..............107
Automatic High Beam Control..................72 Activating the System......................................... 72
Manually Overriding the System..................... 73
Automatic Transmission
...........................149
Automatic Transmission Adaptive
Learning.............................................................. 151
Brake-Shift Interlock......................................... 150
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow.................................................................... 151
SelectShift Automatic ™
Transmission................................................... 149
Understanding the Positions of Your Automatic Transmission............................. 149
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 2.0L EcoBoost™
.......................................244
6F35 Transmission............................................ 244
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Automatic Transmission Fluid Check -
3.5L Duratec/3.5L Ecoboost™............244
6F50/6F55 Transmission.............................. 244
Autowipers........................................................67
Auxiliary Power Points................................132 12 Volt DC Power Point..................................... 132
Locations................................................................ 132
AWD See: All-Wheel Drive.......................................... 152
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery..................... 249
Blind Spot Information System..............186 Switching the System Off and On...............188
System Errors....................................................... 188
Using the System............................................... 186
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........234
Booster Seats..................................................22
Types of Booster Seats...................................... 22
Brake Fluid Check........................................248
Brakes...............................................................159 General Information.......................................... 159
Breaking-In....................................................209
Bulb Specification Chart...........................254
C
Cabin Air Filter
.................................................114
California Proposition 65..............................11
Capacities and Specifications - 2.0L EcoBoost™..................................................301
Specifications...................................................... 301
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Duratec.........................................................304
Specifications..................................................... 305
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost™.................................................308
Specifications..................................................... 308
Capacities and Specifications................294
Cargo Nets......................................................195
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 257
Center Console
..............................................133 Changing a Bulb...........................................253
Front Fog Lamp.................................................. 253
High-Intensity Discharge Headlamps........253
LED Lamps........................................................... 253
License Plate Lamp.......................................... 253
Changing a Fuse...........................................232 Fuses....................................................................... 232
Changing a Road Wheel
...........................288
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information..................................................... 288
Tire Change Procedure.................................... 289
Changing the 12V Battery.........................249 Battery Management System...................... 250
Changing the Engine Air Filter
................256
Changing the Wiper Blades......................251
Changing the Windshield Wiper
Blades................................................................ 251
Checking MyKey System Status................51
Checking the Wiper Blades
.......................251
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance.................................................33
Child Restraint Positioning.........................24
Child Safety
.......................................................15
General Information............................................. 15
Child Safety Locks
..........................................25
Left-Hand Side...................................................... 26
Right-Hand Side................................................... 26
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................261
Cleaning Products
........................................257
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels........................261
Cleaning the Engine
....................................259
Cleaning the Exterior...................................257 Exterior Chrome Parts..................................... 258
Exterior Plastic Parts........................................ 258
Stripes or Graphics........................................... 258
Underbody........................................................... 258
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
........................260
Cleaning the Interior...................................260
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades...........................................................259
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................50
Climate Control
............................................106
Climate Controlled Seats..........................125
Cooled Seats........................................................ 125
Collision Warning System
.........................192
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION........................... 192
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Coolant Check
See: Engine Coolant Check........................... 240
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.........41
Creating a MyKey...........................................49
Programming/Changing Configurable
Settings............................................................... 49
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................188 False Alerts............................................................ 191
Switching the System Off and On................191
System Errors........................................................ 191
System Lights, Messages and Audible Alerts.................................................................. 190
System Limitations........................................... 190
Using the System............................................... 188
Cruise Control..................................................65 Principle of Operation....................................... 173
Type 1........................................................................\
65
Type 2....................................................................... 65
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control................................. 173
Customer Assistance
...................................217
D
Data Recording
..................................................9
Event Data Recording........................................... 9
Service Data Recording........................................ 9
Daytime Running Lamps..............................71
Direction Indicators
........................................73
Driver Alert.......................................................181 PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION............................ 181
USING DRIVER ALERT...................................... 181
Driver and Passenger Airbags...................36 Children and Airbags.......................................... 36
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment........................................................ 36
Driving Aids......................................................181
Driving Hints
..................................................209
Driving Through Water................................210
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps.......................... 71
E
Economical Driving
.....................................209 Emission Control System..........................146
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II).................... 147
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing.................................................... 147
End User License Agreement.................394 VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ................................. 394
Engine Block Heater....................................138 Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 139
Engine Coolant Check...............................240 Adding Engine Coolant..................................... 241
Checking the Engine Coolant......................... 241
Recycled Engine Coolant................................ 242
Severe Climates................................................. 242
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling.............................................................. 242
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System...................... 61
Engine Oil Check
..........................................239
Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 239
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L EcoBoost™.................................................239
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.5L Duratec/3.5L Ecoboost™.................................................239
Engine Specifications - 2.0L EcoBoost™.................................................294
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 294
Engine Specifications - 3.5L Duratec.........................................................294
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 295
Engine Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost™.................................................295
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 295
Environment......................................................14
Essential Towing Checks
..........................205
Before Towing a Trailer................................... 206
Hitches.................................................................. 205
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)........................................ 206
Safety Chains...................................................... 205
Trailer Brakes....................................................... 205
Trailer Lamps...................................................... 205
When Towing a Trailer..................................... 206
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Export Unique Options..................................13
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Motorcraft Parts - 2.0L
EcoBoost™.................................................296
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Duratec..............297
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost™.................................................298
MyKey Troubleshooting
...............................52
MyKey ™............................................................48
Principle of Operation........................................ 48
N
Normal Scheduled Maintenance...........378 Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™......................... 378
Normal Maintenance Intervals..................... 379
O
Oil Change Indicator Reset......................240
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check...................................... 239
Opening and Closing the Hood..............234 Closing the Hood............................................... 235
Opening the Hood............................................. 234
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature.......................................................221
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual..........222
Overhead Console........................................133
P
Parking Aids
....................................................165
Principle of Operation....................................... 165
Parking Brake.................................................160
Passive Anti-Theft System..........................61 SecuriLock®............................................................ 61
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System...................... 61
Pedals................................................................66
Perchlorate.........................................................11
Personal Safety System ™
..........................34
How Does the Personal Safety System
Work?.................................................................. 34
Post-Crash Alert System...........................216
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking............................. 54Power Seats....................................................119
Multi-Contour Front Seats With Active
Motion ................................................................ 121
Power Lumbar....................................................... 121
Power Steering Fluid Check....................248
Power Windows
..............................................75
Accessory Delay.................................................... 75
Bounce-Back.......................................................... 75
One-Touch Down................................................. 75
One-Touch Up....................................................... 75
Window Lock.......................................................... 75
Protecting the Environment........................14
R
Rear Parking Aid............................................165
Rear Seat Armrest........................................126
Rear Seats.......................................................123 Split-folding Rear Seat..................................... 123
Rear View Camera........................................170 Using the Rear View Camera System.........170
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera.................................... 170
Recommended Towing Weights...........204
Refueling..........................................................143
Remote Control..............................................43 Car Finder................................................................ 45
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter..................... 43
Intelligent Access Key........................................ 44
Memory Feature.................................................... 47
Remote Start......................................................... 46
Replacing the Battery......................................... 44
Sounding the Panic Alarm............................... 46
Remote Start...................................................115 Automatic Settings............................................. 115
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............261
Replacement Parts Recommendation.........................................11
Collision Repairs..................................................... 11
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs................................................................... 11
Warranty on Replacement Parts..................... 12
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control.............................................................47
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)..............................................................222
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)..............................................................222
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SYNC™............................................................324
General Information......................................... 324
SYNC™ Troubleshooting.........................362
T
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications............294
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)........................219
Tire Care
..........................................................270
Glossary of Tire Terminology.......................... 271
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................................................. 270
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall............................................................ 272
Temperature A B C.............................................. 271
Traction AA A B C................................................ 271
Treadwear............................................................. 270
Tire Inflation When Punctured See: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit................264
Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........284 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System....................................... 285
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...................................... 285
Tire Repair Kit See: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit................264
Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit....................264 First Stage: Reinflating the Tire with Sealing
Compound and Air....................................... 266
General Information......................................... 265
Second Stage: Checking Tire Pressure............................................................ 267
Tips for Use of the Kit...................................... 265
What to do after the Tire has been Sealed............................................................... 268
What to do when a Tire Is Punctured........266
Tires See: Wheels and Tires..................................... 264
Towing a Trailer
............................................203
Load Placement................................................ 203
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels..........................................................207
Emergency Towing............................................ 207
Recreational Towing........................................ 208
Towing.............................................................203 Traction Control
.............................................161
Principle of Operation........................................ 161
Transmission Code Designation...........300
Transmission..................................................149
Transmission See: Transmission.............................................. 149
Transporting the Vehicle...........................207
U
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™.................................................236
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Duratec
.........................................................238
Engine Shield....................................................... 239
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost™..................................................237
Universal Garage Door Opener................127 HomeLink Wireless Control System............127
USB Port..........................................................323
Using Adaptive Cruise Control.................174 Blocked Sensor.................................................... 179
Changing the Set Speed................................... 177
Detection Issues.................................................. 178
Disengaging Adaptive Cruise Control..........177
Following a Vehicle............................................. 175
Hilly Condition Usage........................................ 178
Low Speed Automatic Cancellation............177
Overriding Adaptive Cruise Control..............177
Resuming the Set Speed.................................. 177
Setting Adaptive Cruise Control.................... 174
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speed..............175
Setting the Gap Distance................................. 176
Switching the System Off................................ 178
Switching to Normal Cruise Control...........180
Using All-Wheel Drive
.................................152
Driving In Special Conditions With
All-Wheel Drive (AWD)............................... 154
Operating AWD Vehicles With Mismatched Tires.................................................................... 154
Operating AWD Vehicles With Spare Tires..................................................................... 153
Using Cruise Control....................................173 Switching Cruise Control Off.......................... 174
Switching Cruise Control On........................... 173
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems..........................................................52
Using Snow Chains
.....................................283
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