ECO mode FORD TAURUS 2017 Service Manual

If you tow a trailer with your vehicle, theengine may temporarily reach a highertemperature during severe operatingconditions, for example ascending a longor steep grade in high ambienttemperatures.
At this time, you may notice the coolanttemperature gauge moves toward the redzone and a message may appear in theinformation display.
You may notice a reduction in vehiclespeed caused by reduced engine power inorder to manage the engine coolanttemperature. Your vehicle may enter thismode if certain high-temperature andhigh-load conditions take place. Theamount of speed reduction depends onvehicle loading, grade and ambienttemperature. If this occurs, there is no needto pull off the road. You can continue todrive your vehicle.
The air conditioning may automaticallyturn on and off during severe operatingconditions to protect the engine fromoverheating. When the coolanttemperature decreases to the normaloperating temperature, the air conditioningturns on.
If the coolant temperature gauge movesfully into the red zone, or if the coolanttemperature warning or service enginesoon messages appear in your informationdisplay, do the following:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safelypossible and shift the transmission intopark (P).
2. Leave the engine running until thecoolant temperature gauge needlereturns to the normal position. Afterseveral minutes, if the temperaturedoes not drop, follow the remainingsteps.
3.Switch the engine off and wait for it tocool. Check the coolant level.
4. If the coolant level is at or below theminimum mark, add prediluted coolantimmediately.
5. If the coolant level is normal, restartthe engine and continue.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK - 2.0L
ECOBOOST™
6F35 Transmission
The automatic transmission does not havea transmission fluid dipstick.
The automatic transmission does notconsume fluid. If the transmission is notworking correctly, for example, thetransmission slips, shifts slowly or thereare signs of fluid leakage, have the systemchecked by an authorized dealer.
Change the automatic transmission fluidand filter at the correct service interval.
Do not use supplemental automatictransmission fluid additives because theyare unnecessary and could lead totransmission damage that may not becovered by the vehicle Warranty.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK - 3.5L DURATEC/
3.5L ECOBOOST™
6F50/6F55 Transmission (If Equipped)
WARNINGS
The dipstick cap and surroundingcomponents may be hot, use gloves.
Use gloves when moving the air filterassembly. Components will be hot.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Radio Frequencies and ReceptionFactors
AM and FM frequencies are established bythe Federal Communications Commission(FCC) and the Canadian Radio andTelecommunications Commission (CRTC).Those frequencies are:
•AM: 530, 540-1700, 1710 kHz
•FM: 87.9-107.7, 107.9 MHz
Radio Reception Factors
The further you travel from an AM or FM station, theweaker the signal and the weaker the reception.Distance and strength
Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage andthunderstorms can interfere with the reception.
Terrain
When you pass a ground-based broadcast repeatingtower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one andresult in the audio system muting.
Station overload
CD and CD Player Information
Note:CD units play commercially pressed4.7 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Dueto technical incompatibility, certainrecordable and re-recordable compact discsmay not function correctly when used inFord CD players.
Note:Do not insert CDs with homemadepaper (adhesive) labels into the CD playeras the label may peel and cause the CD tobecome jammed. You should use apermanent felt tip marker rather thanadhesive labels on your homemade CDs.Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Pleasecontact an authorized dealer for furtherinformation.
Note:Do not use any irregularly shapeddiscs or discs with a scratch protection filmattached.
Always handle discs by their edges only.Clean the disc with an approved CDcleaner only. Wipe it from the center of thedisc toward the edge. Do not clean in acircular motion.
Do not expose discs to direct sunlight orheat sources for extended periods.
MP3 and WMA Track and FolderStructure
Audio systems capable of recognizing andplaying MP3 and WMA individual tracksand folder structures work as follows:
•There are two different modes for MP3and WMA disc playback: MP3 andWMA track mode (system default) andMP3 and WMA folder mode.
•MP3 and WMA track mode ignores anyfolder structure on the MP3 and WMAdisc. The player numbers each MP3and WMA track on the disc (noted bythe MP3 or WMA file extension) fromT001 to a maximum of T255. Themaximum number of playable MP3 andWMA files may be less depending onthe structure of the CD and exactmodel of radio present.
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•MP3 and WMA folder mode representsa folder structure consisting of onelevel of folders. The CD player numbersall MP3 and WMA tracks on the disc(noted by the MP3 or WMA fileextension) and all folders containingMP3 and WMA files, from F001 (folder)T001 (track) to F253 T255.
•Creating discs with only one level offolders helps with navigation throughthe disc files.
If you are burning your own MP3 and WMAdiscs, it is important to understand howthe system reads the structures you create.While various files may be present (fileswith extensions other than MP3 andWMA), only files with the MP3 and WMAextension are played; other files areignored by the system. This enables you touse the same MP3 and WMA disc for avariety of tasks on your work computer,home computer and your in-vehiclesystem.
In track mode, the system displays andplays the structure as if it were only onelevel deep (all MP3 and WMA files play,regardless of being in a specific folder). Infolder mode, the system only plays theMP3 and WMA files in the current folder.
AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH:
AM/FM/CD
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, crash andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.
Note:Some features, such as SIRIUSsatellite radio, may not be available in yourlocation. Check with an authorized dealer.
Note:Depending on your vehicle optionpackage, your system may look differentfrom what you see here.
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AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH:
PREMIUM AM/FM/CD
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, crash andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.
Note:The touchscreen system controlsmost of the audio features. See your SYNCinformation.
Eject: Press to eject a CD.A
CD slot: Insert a CD.B
TUNE: In radio mode, press to manually search through the radio frequencyband.C
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VOL and Power: Press to switch the system on and off. Turn to adjust thevolume.D
Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse: In radio mode, select a frequency bandand press this button. The system stops at the first station it finds in thatdirection. In CD mode, press to select the previous or next track. Press and holdto move quickly forward through the current track.
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AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH:
SONY AM/FM/CD
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, crash andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.
Note:The touchscreen controls most ofthe audio features. See your SYNCinformation.
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SOURCE: Press to access different audio modes, such as AM, FM, SatelliteRadio and Line in.A
Seek, Fast Forward and Reverse: In radio mode, select a frequency bandand press this button. The system stops at the first station it finds in thatdirection. In CD mode, press to select the previous or next track. Press and holdto move quickly forward through the current track.
B
SOUND: Press to access settings for Treble, Midrange, Bass, Fade or Balance.Use the up and down arrow buttons to select the various settings. When youmake your selection, press the left and right arrow buttons to change thesettings. Press OK to set or press MENU to exit. Sound settings can be set foreach audio source independently.
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TUNE: In radio mode, press to manually search through the radio frequencyband.D
VOL and Power: Press to switch the system on and off. Turn to adjust thevolume.E
SATELLITE RADIO (If Equipped)
SIRIUS® broadcasts a variety of music,news, sports, weather, traffic andentertainment satellite radio channels. Formore information and a complete list ofSIRIUS satellite radio channels, visitwww.siriusxm.com in the United States,www.siriusxm.ca in Canada, or call SIRIUSat 1-888-539-7474.
Note:This receiver includes the eCosreal-time operating system. eCos ispublished under the eCos License.
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If you want the system to carry out the followingVoice command
Adjust the level of voice interaction and feedback.Voice Settings | VoicePreferences
Hear a list of voice commands available in the current mode.Help
You can say any of the voice commands that appear within open and close brackets thatare separated by |. For example, where (cancel | stop | exit) appears you say; cancel orstop or exit.
You must say any of the voice commands that appear outside of open and close brackets.For example, where mobile (apps | applications) appears, you must say mobile followedby either apps or applications.
You do not need to say words that appear within square brackets. For example, for where(USB [stick] | iPOD | MP3 [player]) appears, you can say USB or USB stick.
Note:SYNC Services and Vehicle health report are only available in the United States ofAmerica.
System Interaction and Feedback
The system provides feedback throughaudible tones, prompts, questions andspoken confirmations depending on thesituation and the chosen level ofinteraction (voice settings). You cancustomize the voice recognition system toprovide more or less instruction andfeedback.
The default setting is to a higher level ofinteraction in order to help you learn to usethe system. You can change these settingsat any time.
Adjusting the Interaction Level
Initiate a voice session bypressing the voice button on thesteering wheel controls. SeeVoice Control (page 68).
When prompted say the following:
If you want the system to carry out the followingVoice command
Voice Settings | Voice Preferences
Followed by either of the following:
Provide more detailed interaction and guidance.Interaction ModeStandard
Provide less audible interaction and more tone prompts.Interaction ModeAdvanced
The system defaults to the standard interaction mode.
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You can also say any of the following:
Voice Command
Call ___
Call ___ at Home
Call ___ at Work
Call ___ in Office
Call ___ on Mobile
Call ___ on Other
Dial
None of these commands are availableuntil your cell phone information iscompletely downloaded using Bluetooth.
___ is a dynamic listing that should be thename of a contact in your phonebook. Forexample you could say "Call Mom".
The following commands are onlyavailable during active calls:
Voice Commands
Go To Privacy
Hold
Join
Phone Menu Commands
To access the phone menu with voicecommands, press the voice button andwhen prompted say:
Voice Command
[Phone] Menu
You can then say any of the following:
[Phone] Connections | [Media] Connec-tions | [Bluetooth] Connections
Voice Command
[Phone] Settings [Message] NotificationOn
[Phone] Settings [Message] NotificationOff
[Phone] Settings [Set] Phone Ringer
[Phone] Settings [Set] Ringer 1
[Phone] Settings [Set] Ringer 2
[Phone] Settings [Set] Ringer 3
[Phone] Settings [Set] Ringer Off
Battery
Phone Name
Signal
Text Message Inbox
Send [New] Text Message
You do not need to say word containedwithin brackets for the system tounderstand your command.
Note:To exit dial mode, press and hold thephone button or press MENU to go to thePHONE menu.
Phonebook Commands
When you ask SYNC to access content, forexample the phonebook name or number,the requested information appears in thedisplay to view.
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SYNC™

Action and DescriptionMessage
Explore all supported digital media on your media deviceconnected to the USB port. You can only view media contentwhich is compatible with SYNC; other files saved are notvisible.
EXPLORE USB
1. Press the OK button.
2. Scroll to explore indexed media on your flash drive.
Play music similar to what is currently playing from the USBport. The system uses the metadata information of each song
to compile a playlist for you.*
SIMILARMUSIC
1. Press the OK button.
2.The system creates a new list of similar songs and beginsplaying. This feature does not include tracks with incom-plete metadata information. Press the OK button.
Exit the current menu.RETURN
*With certain playing devices, if your metadata tags are not populated, the tracks are notavailable in voice recognition, play menu or similar music. However, if you place thesetracks onto your playing device in "Mass Storage Device Mode", they are available in voicerecognition, play menu browsing and similar music. The system places Unknown itemsinto any unpopulated metadata tag.
System Settings
System settings provide access to yourBluetooth Devices and Advanced menufeatures.
Bluetooth Devices
The Bluetooth Devices menu allows youto enable, disable, add, connect and deletea Bluetooth device.
Press the AUX button, then the Menubutton to enter the Media Menu.
You can then scroll to:
Action and DescriptionMessage
Press the OK button.SYS SETTINGS
Press the OK button.BT DEVICES
You can then select one of the following:
Pair more devices to the system.*ADD DEVICE
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FunctionsFeature Bar Item
Allows you to see your vehicle's location ona virtual road map, get driving directions toyour destination and find points of interestalong your route.
Navigation
(If equipped)
Connect and control SYNC 3 compatibleapps running on your iphone or androiddevice. Also, access built-in additionalfeatures such as SiriusXM Traffic and TravelLink (if equipped).
Apps
If your vehicle is a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, orelectric this is also where your settings andpower information is located.
You can customize your system withvarious settings for the touchscreen display,feature preferences, and how you want tointeract with your vehicle.
Settings
Cleaning the Touchscreen
You can remove fingerprints with a dry,clean, soft cloth.
If dirt or fingerprints are still on the screen,apply a small amount of alcohol to thecloth and try to clean it again.
Note: Do not use detergent or any type ofsolvent to clean the touchscreen.
Note:Do not pour or spray alcohol onto thetouchscreen.
Using Voice Recognition
Using voice commands allows you to keepyour hands on the wheel and focus onwhat is in front of you. The system providesfeedback through audible tones, prompts,questions and spoken confirmationsdepending on the situation and the chosenlevel of interaction (voice settings).
The system also asks short questions(confirmation prompts) when it is not sureof your request or when there are multiplepossible responses to your request.
When using voice commands, words andicons may appear in the status barindicating the status of the voice commandsession. See Using Voice Recognition(page 382).
Accessing and Adjusting ModesThrough Your Vehicle InformationDisplay (If Equipped)
Depending on your vehicle and selectedoptions you may be able to control someof the SYNC 3 features on your informationdisplay. The features are visible the righthand display (A).
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