brake FORD TAURUS 2019 User Guide

Note:
The low fuel reminder can appear at
different fuel gauge positions depending on
fuel economy conditions. This variation is
normal.
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps and
indicators alert you to a vehicle condition
that may become serious. Some lamps
illuminate when you start your vehicle to
make sure they work. If any lamps remain
on after starting your vehicle, refer to the
respective system warning lamp for further
information.
Note: Some warning indicators appear in
the information display and function the
same as a warning lamp, but do not display
when you start your vehicle.
Adaptive Cruise Control (If Equipped) The speed control system
indicator light changes color to
indicate what mode the system
is in. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control
(page
177).
On (white light): Illuminates when you
switch on the adaptive cruise control
system. Turns off when the speed control
system is turned off.
Engaged (green light): Illuminates when
you engage the adaptive cruise control
system. Turns off when you disengage the
speed control system.
Anti-Lock Braking System If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a
malfunction. You continue to
have the normal braking system (without
ABS) unless the brake system warning
lamp is also illuminated. Have the system
checked by an authorized dealer. Automatic High Beam Control It will illuminate when this
feature is on. See
Automatic
High Beam Control (page 71).
Battery If it illuminates while driving, it
indicates a malfunction. Switch
off all unnecessary electrical
equipment and have the system checked
by an authorized dealer immediately.
Blind Spot Monitor
(If Equipped) It illuminates when you switch
this feature off or in conjunction
with a message. See Blind Spot
Information System
(page 189).
Brake System It illuminates when you engage
the parking brake with the
ignition on.
If it illuminates when you are driving, check
that the parking brake is not engaged. If
the parking brake is not engaged, this
indicates low brake fluid level or a brake
system malfunction. Have the system
checked immediately by an authorized
dealer. WARNING:
Driving your vehicle
with the warning lamp on is dangerous.
A significant decrease in braking
performance may occur. It will take you
longer to stop your vehicle. Have your
vehicle checked by your authorized
dealer immediately. Driving extended
distances with the parking brake
engaged can cause brake failure and the
risk of personal injury.
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Stability Control
It flashes when the system is
active. If it remains illuminated
or does not illuminate when you
switch the ignition on, this indicates a
malfunction. During a malfunction the
system switches off. Have the system
checked by an authorized dealer
immediately. See Using Stability
Control (page 165).
Stability Control Off It illuminates when you switch
the system off. It goes out when
you switch the system back on
or when you switch the ignition off. See
Using Stability Control
(page 165).
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
Key in Ignition Warning Chime
Sounds when you leave the key in the
ignition and the driver ’s door is opened.
Keyless Warning Alert
Sounds the horn twice when you exit your
vehicle with the intelligent access key, after
the last door is closed and your keyless
vehicle is in RUN, indicating your vehicle is
still on.
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when the headlamps or parking
lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is
not in the ignition) and the driver ’s door is
opened. Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you leave the parking brake
on and drive your vehicle. If the warning
chime remains on after you release the
parking brake, have the system checked
by your authorized dealer immediately.
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Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System
Action
Message
A fault with the system has occurred. Contact an authorizeddealer as soon as possible.
Blindspot System Fault
The system sensors are blocked. Contact an authorized dealeras soon as possible. See Blind Spot Information System
(page 189).
Blindspot Not Available
Sensor Blocked See Manual
The system detects a vehicle. See
Blind Spot Information
System (page 189).
Vehicle Coming From X
The blind spot information system and cross traffic alert
system sensors are blocked. See
Blind Spot Information
System (page 189).
Cross Traffic Not Avail-
able Sensor Blocked See Manual
A fault with the system has occurred. Contact an authorizeddealer as soon as possible.
Cross Traffic System
Fault
Brake System Action
Message
The brake fluid level is low. Check the brake system immedi-ately. See
Brake Fluid Check (page 247).
Brake Fluid Level Low
The brake system needs servicing. Stop the vehicle in a safeplace. Contact an authorized dealer.
Check Brake System
The parking brake is set, the engine is running and you drive
your vehicle more than
3 mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays
on after you release the parking brake, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Park Brake Engaged
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Keys and Intelligent Access
Action
Message
A reminder to press the brake while starting your vehicle.
To START Press Brake
Displays if the system does not detect the intelligent accesskey in the following three scenarios:
No Key Detected
When you press the start/stop button in an attempt to eitherstart the engine or cycle through the ignition states.
When the engine is running and a door is opened then closed. When the vehicle ’s speed exceeds 10 mph (16 km/h) for the
first time after starting.
When you press the Start Stop button to shut off the engine, the system does not detect an Intelligent Access key inside your vehicle.
Restart Now or Key is
Needed
Displays when the vehicle is in the accessory ignition state.
Accessory Power is
Active
There is a problem with your vehicle ’s starting system. Contact
an authorized dealer for service.
Starting System Fault
Displays during spare key programming, when you programan intelligent access key to the system.
Key Programmed x Keys
Total
You have programmed the maximum number of keys to the system.
Max Number of Keys
Learned
Lane Keeping System Action
Message
The system has malfunctioned. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Lane Keeping Sys.
Malfunction Service Required
The system has detected a condition that has caused thesystem to be temporarily unavailable.
Front Camera Tempor-
arily Not Available
The system has detected a condition that requires a cleanwindshield to operate properly.
Front Camera Low Visib-
ility Clean Screen
The system has malfunctioned. Contact an authorized dealeras soon as possible.
Front Camera Malfunc-
tion Service Required
The system requests the driver to keep their hands on thesteering wheel.
Keep Hands on Steering
Wheel
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Power Steering
Action
Message
The power steering system has detected a condition thatrequires service. Contact an authorized dealer.
Steering malfunction
Service now
The power steering system is not working. Stop your vehicleat a safe place. Contact an authorized dealer.
Service Power Steering
Now
The power steering system has detected a condition withinthe power steering system, or passive entry or passive start system requires service. Contact an authorized dealer.
Power Steering Assist
Fault
Remote Start Action
Message
A reminder to apply the brake and push the gearshift buttonto drive your vehicle after a remote start.
To Drive: Press Brake
and Gear Shift Button
Seats Action
Message
A reminder that memory seats are not available while driving.
Memory Recall Not
Permitted While Driving
Shows where you have saved your memory setting.
Memory {0} Saved
Starting System Action
Message
A reminder to apply the brake when starting your vehicle.
To START Press Brake
The starter has exceeded its cranking time in attempting tostart your vehicle.
Cranking Time Exceeded
The starter is attempting to start your vehicle.
Engine Start Pending
Please Wait
The system has cancelled the pending start.
Pending Start Cancelled
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Action
Message
One or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. SeeTire Pressure Monitoring System (page 283).
Tire Pressure Low
The tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If thewarning stays on or continues to come on, contact an
authorized dealer.
See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 283).
Tire Pressure Monitor
Fault
A tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is
in use. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact
an authorized dealer as soon as possible. See Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(page 283).
Tire Pressure Sensor
Fault
Traction Control Action
Message
Displays the status of the traction control system. See UsingTraction Control
(page 163).
Traction Control Off
Displays the status of the traction control system. See UsingTraction Control
(page 163).
Traction Control On
Transmission Action
Message
Contact an authorized dealer.
Transmission Malfunc-
tion Service Now
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in asafe place as soon as possible.
Transmission Over
Temperature Stop Safely
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop in asafe place as soon as possible.
Transmission Over-
heating Stop Safely
Contact an authorized dealer.
Transmission Service
Required
The transmission is getting hot. Stop to let it cool.
Transmission Too Hot
Press Brake
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Action
Message
The transmission has overheated and has limited functionality.See Automatic Transmission (page 149).
Transmission Limited
Function See Manual
The transmission is too cold. Wait for it to warm up beforeyou drive.
Transmission Warming
Up Please Wait
A reminder to shift into park.
Transmission Not in Park
A request for you to apply the brake as needed by the trans-mission.
Press Brake Pedal
The transmission has adjusted the shift strategy.
Transmission Adjusted
The transmission is adjusting the shift strategy.
Transmission Adapt-
Mode
The transmission is locked and unable to select gears.
Transmission Indicat-
Mode Lockup On
The transmission is unlocked and free to select gears.
Transmission Indicat-
Mode Lockup Off
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING: Extended idling at high
engine speeds can produce very high
temperatures in the engine and exhaust
system, creating the risk of fire or other
damage. WARNING: Do not park, idle or
drive your vehicle on dry grass or other
dry ground cover. The emission system
heats up the engine compartment and
exhaust system, creating the risk of fire. WARNING: Do not start the engine
in a closed garage or in other enclosed
areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic.
Always open the garage door before you
start the engine. WARNING:
Exhaust leaks may
result in entry of harmful and potentially
lethal fumes into the passenger
compartment. If you smell exhaust
fumes inside your vehicle, have your
vehicle inspected immediately. Do not
drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
If you disconnect the battery, your vehicle
may exhibit some unusual driving
characteristics for approximately
5 mi
(8 km) after you reconnect it. This is
because the engine management system
must realign itself with the engine. You
can disregard any unusual driving
characteristics during this period.
The powertrain control system meets all
Canadian interference-causing equipment
standard requirements regulating the
impulse electrical field or radio noise. When you start the engine, avoid pressing
the accelerator pedal before and during
operation. Only use the accelerator pedal
when you have difficulty starting the
engine.
IGNITION SWITCH
A
(off) - The ignition is off.
Note: When you switch the ignition off and
leave your vehicle, do not leave your key in
the ignition. This could cause your vehicle
battery to lose charge.
Note: To switch the engine off when your
vehicle is moving, move the transmission
selector lever to position
N. Use the brakes
to bring the vehicle to a safe stop. After your
vehicle has stopped, switch the engine off
and move the transmission selector lever to
position
P. Turn the key to position A or B.
B
(accessory) - Allows the electrical
accessories such as the radio to operate
while the engine is not running.
Note: Do not leave the ignition key in this
position for too long. This could cause your
vehicle battery to lose charge.
C
(on) - All electrical circuits operational.
Warning lamps and indicators illuminate.
D
(start) - cranks the engine. Release the
key as soon as the engine starts.
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KEYLESS STARTING
Note:
The keyless starting system may not
function if the key is close to metal objects
or electronic devices such as cellular
phones.
Note: A valid key must be located inside
your vehicle to switch the ignition on and
start the engine.
Ignition Modes The keyless starting system has three
modes:
Off: Turns the ignition off.
• Without applying the brake pedal,
press and release the button once
when the ignition is in the on mode, or
when the engine is running but the
vehicle is not moving.
On:
All electrical circuits are operational
and the warning lamps and indicators
illuminate.
• Without applying the brake pedal,
press and release the button once.
Note: You may have to press the push
button ignition switch twice to switch the
ignition on.
Start:
Starts the engine. •
Press the brake pedal, and then press
the button for any length of time. An
indicator light on the button illuminates
when then ignition is on and when the
engine starts.
STARTING A GASOLINE
ENGINE
When you start the engine, the idle speed
increases. This helps to warm up the
engine. If the engine idle speed does not
slow down automatically, have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Note: You can crank the engine for a total
of 60 seconds without the engine starting
before the starting system temporarily
disables. The 60 seconds does not have to
be all at once. For example, if you crank the
engine three times for 20 seconds each
time, without the engine starting, you
reached the 60-second time limit. A
message appears in the information display
alerting you that you exceeded the cranking
time. You cannot attempt to start the
engine for at least 15 minutes. After 15
minutes, you are limited to a 15-second
engine cranking time. You need to wait 60
minutes before you can crank the engine for
60 seconds again.
Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
• Make sure all occupants have fastened
their safety belts.
• Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure the parking brake is on.
• Make sure the transmission is in park
(P).
To start the engine, do the following:
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully depress the brake pedal.
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2. Turn the key to the start position to
start the engine.
Note: The engine may continue cranking
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
Note: If you cannot start the engine on the
first try, wait for a short period and try again.
Failure to Start
If you cannot start the engine after three
attempts, wait 10 seconds and follow this
procedure:
1. Fully depress the brake pedal.
2. Shift into park (P).
3. Fully press the accelerator pedal and hold it there.
4. Start the engine.
Cold Weather Starting - Flex Fuel
Vehicles WARNING: Do not use starting
fluid, for example ether, in the air intake
system. Such fluid could cause
immediate explosive damage to the
engine and possible personal injury.
The starting characteristics of all grades
of E85 ethanol make it unsuitable for use
when ambient temperatures fall below
0°F (-18°C)
. Consult your fuel distributor
for the availability of winter grade ethanol.
As the outside temperature approaches
freezing, ethanol fuel distributors should
supply winter grade ethanol, the same as
with unleaded gasoline. If summer grade
ethanol is used in cold weather conditions,
0°F to 32°F (-18°C to 0°C), you may
experience increased cranking times, rough
idle or hesitation until the engine has
warmed up.
You may experience a decrease in peak
performance when the engine is cold when
operating on E85 ethanol. Do not crank the engine for more than 10
seconds at a time. This may cause
damage to the starter motor. If the engine
does not start, turn the key to the off
position and wait 30 seconds before trying
again.
If your vehicle does not start on E85
ethanol, and neither an alternative brand
of E85 ethanol nor an engine block heater
is available, the addition of unleaded
gasoline to the fuel tank improves cold
starting performance.
If the engine fails to start, do the following:
1. Press the accelerator pedal down
one-third to one-half of its travel, and
then crank the engine.
2. When the engine starts, release the key, then gradually release the
accelerator pedal as the engine speed
increases. If the engine still does not
start, repeat Step 1.
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Stationary
1. Shift into park (P).
2. Turn the key to the off position.
3. Apply the parking brake.
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