Ford 1998 Taurus- User Manual

Safety belt Momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition isturned to the ONposition to remind youto fasten your safety belts. For more information,refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Door ajar Illuminates when theignition is in the ON orSTART position andany door is open. Service engine ...

What you should do if the Service Engine Soonlight illuminates Light turns on solid: This means that the OBD II system has detected amalfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to illuminate. Examples are: 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine maymisfire or...

Low fuel Illuminates when thefuel tank hasapproximately eightliters (two gallons)remaining. The lamp will also illuminate when theignition key is turned to ON and the engine is off. Low coolant (if equipped) This lamp willilluminate when theengine coolant insidethe reservoir is low.This lamp will co...

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped) Momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition isturned on and theengine is off. If thelight does not illuminate momentarily at start up,remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs tobe serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lockbrake system is disabled an...

needed. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Care chapter. This lamp also illuminates when the ignition isturned to ON and the engine is off. Charging system Illuminates when theignition is turned tothe ON position andthe engine is off. Thelight also illuminates when the battery is notcharging...

Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. • Standard instrumentcluster • Optional instrumentcluster Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions perminute. • Standard instrumentcluster • SHO instrumentcluster (if equipped) Driving with your tachometer pointer in the redzone may damage...

Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates thetemperature of theengine coolant. Atnormal operatingtemperature, theneedle remains withinthe normal area (thearea between the “H”and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine isoverheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safelypossible, switch off the ...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlampcontrol to the firstposition to turn on theparking lamps only.Rotate to the secondposition to also turn onthe headlamps. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the highbeam headlamps on with a reducedoutput. To activate: • the engine must be running and •...

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER Clears the rear window of thin ice and fog. Tooperate: 1. Turn the ignition to the ON position. 2. Press and releasethe control once toturn on. The light willbe lit while the rearwindow defroster is on. 3. Press and release the control again to turn off. The defroster will auto...

Mode selector control Controls the directionof the airflow to theinside of the vehicle. The air conditioningcompressor will operate in all modes except VENTand . However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 10°C(50°F) or above. Since the air conditioner remove...

• (Panel and floor)-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and thefloor ducts. Heating and air conditioningcapabilities are provided in this mode. For addedcustomer comfort, when the temperature controlknob is anywhere in between the full hot and fullcold positions, the air d...

Automatic operation Press AUTO and select the desired temperature.The selected temperature and the word AUTO willappear in the display window. The EATC system willeither heat or cool to achieve the selectedtemperature. The system will automaticallydetermine fan speed, airflow location and if freshou...

For continuous maximum cooling, push thetemperature control until 16°C (60°F) is shown inthe display window. The EATC will continuemaximum cooling (disregarding the displayedtemperature) until a warmer temperature is selectedby pressing the temperature control. For continuous maximum heating, push t...

The display will show and a bar graph to indicate manual fanoperation and relativespeed. To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO. Manual override controls The override controls are located at the bottom ofthe EATC and allow you to determine where airflowis directed. To return to full automa...

• F- DEF -Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clearice or fog from the windshield. If the outside airtemperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, theair conditioner will automatically dehumidify theair to prevent fogging. • OFF-Outside air is shut out and...

• Remove any snow,ice or leaves fromthe air intake area(at the bottom ofthe windshield). • If your vehicle has been parked with the windowsclosed during hot weather, the air conditioner willdo a much faster job of cooling if you drive fortwo or three minutes with the windows open. Thiswill force mos...

2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, automatictransmission gearshift lever and allows key removal. 3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessorieswithout locking the steering wheel. 4. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warninglights illuminated. Key position when driving. 5. START, cranks the ...

To turn speed control off • Press OFF or • Turn off the vehicleignition. Once speed control is switched off, the previouslyprogrammed set speed will be erased. To set a speed • Press SET ACC/SETACCEL. For speedcontrol to operate,the speed controlmust be ON and thevehicle speed mustbe greater than 48...

Press the washercontrol to activate therear washer. The wiperwill come on when thewasher control ispressed, if it is notalready on. Mist Function To operate the Mistfunction of thewindshield wipers,push and release thewindshield washer control quickly. The wipers willcycle one or two times. HAZARD F...

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) To turn on the visormirror lamps, lift themirror cover. Adjustthe amount of light bysliding the control. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) Press SLIDE to openand close the moonroof. Press AUTO andrelease to opencompletely with onetouch. Press UP or DN on theTILT control ...

The map lamps andcontrols are located onthe dome lamp. Pressthe controls on eitherside of each map lampto activate the lamps. If equipped with amoon roof, the maplamps are located onthe moon roof controlpanel. Press LIGHT toilluminate the maplamp. POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the rocker switches to ...

Liftgate (wagon only) The power liftgate lockis located on the rightinside trim panel in thecargo area. When thislock is pressed, alldoors and the liftgatewill lock. POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select to adjust the left mirror or to adjust the right mirror. 2. Move the control...

frozen in place. These actions could cause damageto the glass and mirrors. CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks areset, the rear doorscannot be opened fromthe inside. The reardoors can be openedfrom the outside whenthe doors are unlocked. The childproof locksare located on rearedge of each rear do...

Cargo net (if equipped) The cargo net secureslightweight objects inthe cargo area. Attachthe net to the anchorsprovided. Do not putmore than 22 kg (50lbs.) in the net. Thisnet is not designed torestrain objects duringa collision. Cargo cover (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo ar...

Rewinding the shade With extended use, the cargo shade may lose itsspring tension. If this occurs, the shade must bemanually rewound. This is a two-person operation. 1. Remove the shade from the vehicle and extend itwith the smooth grain facing you. 2. Wrap the vinylaround the roller tubetwice. Tuck...

Sounding a panic alarm Press this control toactivate the alarm. To deactivate thealarm, press thecontrol again or turnthe ignition to ACC orON. This device complieswith part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device ma...

1. Twist a thin coinbetween the two halvesof the transmitter nearthe key ring. DO NOTTAKE THE FRONTPART OF THETRANSMITTERAPART. 2. Place the positive (+)side of new battery inthe same orientation.Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit. 3. Snap the two halves back together. Replacement of t...

• Press 7/8 and 9/0controls on thekeyless entry pad atthe same time tolock the doors(doors opened orclosed). • Open a door and press the power door lockcontrol to lock the doors. • Use the door key to lock the doors (doors openedor closed). If a door or the liftgate(wagon) is open, thesystem is prea...

Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the followingactions: • Unlock the doors byusing your remoteentry transmitter. • Unlock the doors byusing your keylessentry pad. • Unlock the doors or liftgate with a key. Turn thekey full travel (toward the front of the vehicle) tomake sure t...

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM With the keyless entrykeypad, you can: • lock or unlock thevehicle doors and liftgate (wagons) without usingthe key. • arm and disarm the perimeter alarm system(if equipped) See also Remote entry system and Perimeter alarm system in this chapter for more information. Your vehicl...

Your personal code does not replace the permanentcode that the dealership gave you. You can useeither code to unlock your vehicle. If a secondpersonal code is entered, the module will erase thefirst personal code in favor of the new code. If you wish to erase your personal code, use thefollowing ins...

3. To unlock the trunkor liftgate (wagon),enter the five-digitfactory-set code, thenpress the 5/6 controlwithin five seconds. Autolock Autolock is a feature that will automatically lock alldoors when: • all vehicle doors, liftgate and liftgate window arefully closed • the ignition key is in the ON p...

You must complete steps 1 through 5 within 30seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. Ifthe procedure needs to be repeated, you must wait30 seconds. 1. Turn the ignition key from OFF to RUN/ACC. 2. Press the power door UNLOCK control threetimes. 3. Turn the ignition key from RUN/ACC to OFF...

Pull lever up to adjustseatback. Adjusting the power seats (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatbackwhen the vehicle is moving. Press to move front orrear of seat up anddown. Press to raise or lowerthe seat, or to movethe seat forward orbackward. Using the power lumbar support (if equ...

Press the other side of the control to adjustsoftness. REAR SEATS 2nd seat/Split-folding rear seat (if equipped) One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down toprovide additional cargo space. To lower theseatback(s) from insidethe vehicle, pull tab torelease seat back andthen fold seatbackdown. Whe...

All occupants of the vehicle, including thedriver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag SRS is provided. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargoarea, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are morelikely to be seriously injur...

2. To unfasten, pushthe release button andremove the tonguefrom the buckle. The front and rear outboard safety restraints in thevehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. Thefront and rear seat passenger outboard safety beltshave two types of locking modes described below: Vehicle sensitive mod...

How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle thecombination lap andshoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulderportion and pulldownward until theentire belt isextracted. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, youwill hear a clicking sound. This indicates thesafety belt is now in the automatic l...

To lower the shoulder belt height, push the buttonand slide the height control down. To raise theheight of the shoulder belt, slide the height adjusterup. Pull down on the height adjustment assembly tomake sure it is locked in place. Position the shoulder belt height adjuster sothat the belt rests a...

Before you reach and latch a combination lap andshoulder belt having an adjust tongue into thebuckle, you may have to lengthen the lap beltportion of it. To lengthen the lap belt, pull somewebbing out of the shoulder belt retractor. Whileholding the webbing below the tongue, grasp thetongue so that ...

Failure to inspect and if necessary replacethe safety belt asembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuriesin the event of a collision. Refer to Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts in the Maintenance and care section. AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM(SRS) Import...

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modifythe Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln-Mercurydealer. Children and air bags For additionalimportant safetyinformation, read allinformation on safetyrestraints in this guide. Children must alwaysbe properly restrain...

there is the risk of death or serious injuries such asfractures, facial and eye injuries or internal injuries,particularly to occupants who are not properlyrestrained or are otherwise out of position at thetime of air bag deployment. Thus, it is extremelyimportant that occupants be properly restrain...

Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrumentcluster or a tone to indicate the condition of thesystem. Refer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrumentation chapter. Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required. A difficulty with the system i...

Important child restraint precautions You are required by law to use safety restraints forchildren in the U.S. and Canada. If small childrenride in your vehicle (generally children who are fouryears old or younger and who weigh 18 kg [40 lbs]or less), you must put them in safety seats madeespecially...

Children and safety belts If the child is the proper size, restrain the child in asafety seat. Children who are too large for child safety seats (asspecified by your child safety seat manufacturer)should always wear safety belts. Follow all the important safety restraint and air bagprecautions that ...

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the sizeand weight of the child. Carefully follow all of themanufacturer’s instructions with the safety seat youput in your vehicle. If you do not install and use thesafety seat properly, the c...

fastened to the buckle by pulling on tongue. 5. Push down on the child seat while pulling on theloose end of the lap belt webbing to tighten the belt. 6. Before placing the child into the child seat,forcibly tilt the child seat from side to side and inforward direction to make sure that the seat is ...

1. Behind the secondseat, find the plasticsnap-on covers for thefloor anchors. 2. Use a screwdriver orcoin to snap the coversoff the anchor in arearward and upwarddirection. Remove thecovers completely. 3. Snap the tether strap hook onto the U-shapedtether anchor. BUILT-IN CHILD SEATS Built-in child...

Removing your child from the built-in child seat 1. Squeeze the tabs on the top and the bottom ofthe chest clip and pull the halves apart to open thechest clip. 2. Press the release button on the crotch safety beltbuckle. 3. Slide the shoulder belts off the child’s shouldersand remove the child. To ...

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the ignition system.This system meets all Canadian Interference-CausingEquipment standard requirements regulating theimpulse electrical field strength of radio noise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressingthe accelerator ...

If you smell exhaust fumes inside yourvehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smellexhaust fumes. Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine’s idlerevolutions per minute (RPM). When the enginestarts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm the...

5. Turn the key to 4(ON) without turningthe key to 5 (START). Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicleserviced. • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light( ) will not illuminate. STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Turn the key to 5(START) ...

If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kindinside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately. Do not drive ifyou smell exhaust fumes. These fumes are harmfuland could kill you. Have the exhaust and body ventilation systemschecked whenever: • the vehicle is raised for ser...

BRAKES Your brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the “ServiceGuide” for scheduled maintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does notindicate a performance concern with the vehicle’sbrake system. In normal operation, automotive brakesystems may emit occasional or intermittent squealor gr...

an ABS equipped vehicle (on bottom) to a non-ABSequipped vehicle (on top) during hard braking withloss of front braking traction. ABS warning lamp The ABS warning lamp in the instrumentcluster momentarilyilluminates when theignition is turned on and the engine is off. If thelight does not illuminate...

Parking brake Apply the parkingbrake whenever thevehicle is parked. Toset the parking brake,press the parking brakepedal down until thepedal stops. The BRAKE warninglamp in the instrumentcluster illuminates andremains illuminated(when the ignition is turned ON) until the parkingbrake is released. Al...

Pull the release leverto release the brake.Driving with theparking brake on willcause the brakes towear out quickly andreduce fuel economy. STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Powersteering uses energy from the engine to help steerthe vehicle. To prevent damage to the power steeri...

SEMI-ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL(TAURUS SHO ONLY) Firm shock absorber performance enhances ride andhandling during certain road conditions. The shockabsorber is returned to a softer performance whendriver or road induced motion ceases. This system isautomatic and requires no driver input. AUTOMATIC TRANSAXL...

Always set the parking brake fully and makesure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn off the ignition whenever you leave yourvehicle. Driving with an automatic overdrive transaxle(column or console gearshift without O/D offswitch) Your automaticoverdrive transaxleprovides fullyautomatic operat...

Understanding gearshift positions P (Park) Always come to acomplete stop beforeshifting into P (Park).Make sure the gearshiftis securely latched in P(Park). This locks thetransaxle and preventthe front wheels fromrotating. Always set the parking brake fully and makesure the gearshift is securely lat...

N (Neutral) With the gearshift inthe N (Neutral)position, the vehiclecan be started and isfree to roll. Hold thebrake pedal downwhile in this position. (Overdrive — column shift without O/D OFF switch) or D (Overdrive — column or consolemounted gearshift with O/D off switch) The overdrive positionis...

When parking, do not use the gearshift inplace of the parking brake. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that thegearshift is securely latched in Park (P). Turn offthe ignition whenever you leave your vehicle.Never leave your vehicle unattended while it isrunning. If you do not take the...

• GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) : Maximum combined weight of towing vehicle(including passengers and cargo) and the trailer.The GCWR indicates the maximum loaded weightthat the vehicle is designed to tow. • Maximum Trailer Weight Rating : Maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to...

3.0L 2-Valve Vulcan Engine Model PassengerLoad-#/kg(lbs.) LuggageLoad-kg(lbs.) Max TrailerWt.-kg (lbs.) Sedan 5/340 (750) 0 365 (800) 4/270 (600) 70 (150) 365 (800) 2/135 (300) 70 (150) 500 (1 100) 2/135 (300) 0 565 (1 250) Wagon 4/270 (600) 0 365 (800) 2/135 (300) 70 (150) 430 (950) 2/135 (300) 0 5...

Towing trailers beyond the maximumrecommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in enginedamage, transaxle damage, structural damage, lossof control, and personal injury. Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer, andmake sure it is properly ...

Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-typebrakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted tothe manufacturer’s specifications. The trailer brakesmust meet local and Federal regulations. Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brakesystem directly to your vehicle’s brake syste...

Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehiclewill require more frequent service intervals. Refer tothe Severe Duty Schedule in your “Service Guide”for more information. Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up in anarea before starting on a trip ...

Towing your vehicle behind another vehicle At times, you may want to tow your vehicle behindanother vehicle, such as a recreational vehicle, caror a truck. Before you have your vehicle towed: • Release the parking brake. • Move the gearshift to N (Neutral). • Turn the key in the ignition to OFF. • U...

HAZARD LIGHTS CONTROL Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehiclebreakdown, approaching danger, etc. The hazardflashers can be operated when the ignition is off. • The hazard lightscontrol is located ontop of the steeringcolumn. • Depress hazardlights control toactivate all hazardflasherssim...

Standard fuse amperage rating and color Fuse rating Color 5 amp Tan 7.5 amp Brown 10 amp Red 15 amp Light blue 20 amp Yellow 20 amp fuse link Light blue 25 amp Natural 30 amp Light green 30 amp fuse link Pink 40 amp fuse link Green 50 amp fuse link Red 60 amp fuse link Yellow 80 amp fuse link Black ...

Fuse/ Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 24 5A ICP, RCC, Speedometer 25 10A Data Link Connector 26 15A Trunklid 27 10A Battery Saver Relay 28 15A Speed Control, Stop Lamp 29 15A Multi-Function Switch, Hazard 30 15A High Beams, Daytime RunningLamps, Instrument Cluster 31 — Not Used 32 10A ICP...

When driving with the temporary spare tire do not: • exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) under anycircumstances • load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle loadrating listed on the Safety Compliance Label • tow a trailer • use tire chains • drive through an automatic car wash, because ofthe vehicle’s reduced grou...

3. To remove the wheelcover, pry it loose byinserting the taperedend of the lug wrenchbetween the wheelcover and wheel. To replace the wheel cover: 1. One of the windows on the wheel cover isidentified with a valve stem logo on the back side ofthe wheel cover. Install the wheel cover over thewheel w...

Removing the anti-theft lug nut 1. Insert the key over the locking lug nut. Make sureyou hold the key square to the lug nut. If you holdthe key at an angle, you could damage the key andthe lug nut. 2. Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key andapply pressure on the key with the wrench. 3. Turn...

4. Put the jack in thejack notch next to thedoor of the tire you arechanging. Turn the jackhandle clockwise untilthe wheel is completelyoff the ground. 5. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench. 6. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, makingsure the valve stem is facing outward. Reinstall lug...

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode ifexposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicledamage. Do not push start your vehicle. You coulddamage the catalytic converter. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burnsskin, eyes, an...

Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) booster cable to thepositive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable tothe positive (+) term...

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-)cable to an exposed metal part of the stalledvehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarburetor. The preferred locations of an exposed metal part (to ground the circuit) are the alternator mounting brackets or an engine lifting eye. Do not use f...

Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and runthe engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, runboth engines for a further three minutes beforedisconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the jumper...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact aprofessional towing service or, if you are a member,your roadside assistance center. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with awheel lift or flatbed equipment. A towing manual is available from Ford MotorCompany for all authori...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the enginecompartment for easy location. • We provide a “Service Guide” which makestracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, yourdealership can provide necessary parts...

2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle frommoving unexpectedly. Working with the engine on 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift issecurely latched in P (Park). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle frommoving unexpectedly. Do not start...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINECOMPARTMENT 3.0L V6 Vulcan engine 1. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Air filter assembly 4. Battery 5. Engine oil filler cap 6. Engine oil dipstick 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Windshield washer...

3.0L V6 Duratec engine 1. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Air filter assembly 4. Battery 5. Engine oil filler cap 6. Engine oil dipstick 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9. Power steering fluid reservoir 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Maintenance ...

• If the oil level isbelow the ADD orMIN mark, addenough oil to raisethe level within theADD-FULL or withinthe MIN-MAX range. • Oil levels above the F in FULL or above the MAXmark, may cause engine damage. Some oil mustbe removed from the engine by a servicetechnician. 7. Put the indicator back in a...

Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for thiscertification mark. Ford oil specification is WSS-M2C153-G. Use SAE 5W-30 motor oil certified for gasolineengines by the American Petroleum Institute. Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, oiltreatments or engine treatments. They areunnecess...

BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should bechecked and refilled asneeded. Refer to the“Service Guide” for theservice intervalschedules: 1. Clean the reservoircap before removal toprevent dirt or water from entering the reservoir. 2. Visually inspect thefluid level. 3. If necess...

If the engine coolant has not been checked at theabove recommended interval, the engine coolantreservoir may become empty. If this occurs, addengine coolant to the reservoir. For moreinformation on engine coolant maintenance, refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Automotive fluids are not ...

Never remove the coolant reservoir capwhile the engine is running or hot. If you must remove the coolant reservoir cap, followthese steps to avoid personal injury: 1. Before you remove the cap, turn the engine offand let it cool. 2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick clotharound the cap. Slowly t...

additives in your vehicle. These additives may harmyour engine cooling system. The use of an impropercoolant may void your warranty of your vehicle’sengine cooling system. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends that Ford andLincoln-Mercury dealers use recycled engine coolantproduced b...

High fluid level Fluid levels above thesafe range may resultin transaxle failure. Anoverfill condition of transmission fluid may causeshift and/or engagement concerns and/or possibledamage. High fluid levels can be caused by an overheatingcondition. Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Befo...

When lifting a plastic-cased battery,excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resultingin personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle orbattery. Lift the battery with a battery carrier orwith your hands on opposite corners. Keep batteries out of reach of c...

Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper armaway from thewindshield and lockinto the serviceposition. 2. Turn the blade at anangle from the wiperarm. Push the lock pinmanually to release theblade and pull thewiper blade downtoward the windshieldto remove it from the a...

Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, andC, representing the tire’s resistance to thegeneration of heat and its ability to dissipate heatwhen tested under controlled conditions on aspecified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustainedhigh temperature can cause the material of ...

Improperly inflated tires can affect vehiclehandling and can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control. Tire rotation Because your vehicle’s tires perform different jobs,they often wear differently. To make sure your tireswear evenly and last longer, rotate them as indicatedin the...

Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’soriginal tires may also affect the accuracy of yourspeedometer. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and gradeas the tires you currently have on your vehicle. The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads toprovide traction in...

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUTAUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure inan overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire. If you do not use the proper fuel cap, thepressure in the fuel tank can damage the fuel system or cause it to wo...

• Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal ifswallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxicand if swallowed can cause death or permanentinjury. If fuel is swallowed, call a physicianimmediately, even if no symptoms are immediatelyapparent. The toxic effects of fuel may not bevisible for hours. • A...

2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/8of a turn until it stops. 3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe. 4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap withthe notches on the filler pipe. 5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/8 of a turn until itstops. If the “Service Engin...

3.4L-32V V8 SHO engine Your vehicle isdesigned to use“Premium” gasolinewith an (R+M)/2octane rating of 91 or higher for optimumperformance. Gasolines with lower octane ratingscan be used, but performance may decrease. We donot recommend the use of gasolines labeled as“Premium” in high altitude areas...

Cleaner air Ford approves the use of gasolines to improve airquality, including reformulated gasolines that containoxygenates up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE. Do not use gasolines containing methanol, which candamage critical fuel system components. Damageresulting from the use of methanol may not bec...

3. Release clip anddisconnect theelectrical connectorfrom the bulb. 4. Remove the bulbretaining ring byrotating itcounterclockwise(when viewed from therear) about 1/8 turn tofree it from the bulb socket, and slide the ring offthe plastic base. Keep the ring to retain the newbulb. 5. With out turning...

High-mount brakelamp bulbs The followingprocedure is for sedansonly. For wagon, referto a qualifiedtechnician. 1. Open trunk. 2. Inside trunk, locateaccess hole under therear window 3. Remove the bulbsocket by rotating it 45 degrees and pulling it out ofthe lamp assembly. 4. Carefully pull bulb stra...

Wagon 1. Remove screw andthe license plate lampassembly from liftgate. 2. Remove bulb socketby turningcounterclockwise . 3. Carefully pull thebulb out from thesocket and push in thenew bulb. 4. Install the lamp assembly on liftgate with screw. Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs For bulb ...

3. The “UP” and “DN” on the bubble label indicatethe directional change (up or down) of the verticalaim. 4. Use a 7 mm wrench or socket to turn the verticaladjusting screw clockwise or counterclockwise untilthe bubble aligns with the “0” reference mark on thevertical indicator when viewed directly f...

After washing, apply the brakes several times to drythem. Waxing your vehicle Wax when water stops beading on the surface. Thiscould be every three or four months, depending onoperating conditions. Use only carnauba or synthetic-based waxes. Usecleaning fluid or alcohol with a clean cloth to removea...

• 3.0L Duratec engine • 3.4L SHO engine • Never wash or rinse the engine while it isrunning; water in the running engine may causeinternal damage. Cleaning the engine Cover the underhood electrical connections andterminals of your vehicle when cleaning the enginecompartment. Avoid spraying or splash...

Cleaning the exterior lamps Wash with the same detergent as the exterior ofyour vehicle. Use glass cleaner or tar remover ifnecessary. To avoid scratching the lamps, do not use a drypaper towel, chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. Cleaning the wiper blades and windshield If the wiper blades do n...

Cleaning leather seats (if equipped) For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft,damp cloth. For more thorough cleaning, wipe thesurface with a mild soap. If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using amild soap and water solution, the leather may becleaned using a commercially available ...

available at many local automotive after marketstores. 3M “Type T” Clean And Finish Scrubbing Pads (UPC04011–01276) are available through your local 3Mdistributor. Call 1–800–742–9649 for the nearestdistributor in your area. PART NUMBER PART NAME (Obtain Locally) Tanners PreserveLeather Cleaner (Obt...

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 3.0L V6 Vulcanengine 3.0L V6Duratecengine 3.4L-32VV8 SHOengine Air filter FA-1630 FA-1630 FA-1630 Fuel filter FG-800-A FG-800-A FG-800-A Battery(standard) BXT-58R BXT-36R BXT-36R Battery(optional) BXT-36R N/A N/A Cabin airfilter FP-6 FP-6 FA-1628 Oil filter FL-400-S...

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Brakefluid HighPerformanceDOT 3MotorVehicleBrake Fluid All Fill to lineonreservoir Enginecoolant 1 3.0L V6Vulcanengine 11.0L (11.6quarts) 3.0L V6Duratec and3.4L-32V V8SHO engine 10.0L (10.6quarts) Engine oil(includesfilterchange) Motorcraft5...

Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Automatictransaxle -AX4N MotorcraftMERCON t V ATF 3.0L V6Vulcanengine 12.8L (13.5quarts) 3.0L V6Duratecengine and3.4L SHOengine 12.7L (13.4quarts) Automatictransaxle -AX4S MotorcraftMERCON t V ATF 3.0L V6Vulcanengine 11.6L (12.2quarts) Windshieldwasherfluid -...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Items Ford PartName orequivalent FordPartNumber FordSpecification Brake fluid High PerformanceDOT 3MotorVehicleBrake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AB ESA-M6C25-Aand DOT 3 Door latch,hood latch,auxiliaryhood latch,seat tracks,trunk andliftgatelatches Multi-PurposeGrease DOAZ-19584-AA orF5...

Engine 3.0L V6Vulcanengine 3.0L V6Duratecengine 3.4L-32VV8 SHOengine Spark pluggap 1.07-1.17mm(0.042-0.046inch) 1.3-1.4mm(0.052-00.056inch) 1.07-1.17mm(0.042-0.046inch) Ignitionsystem EDIS EDIS EDIS Compressionratio 9.3:1 10:1 10:1 VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicledimensions Sedan mm(in) Wagon mm (in) (1) ...

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety compliance label The National HighwayTraffic SafetyAdministrationRegulations requirethat a SafetyComplianceCertification Label beaffixed to a vehicle andprescribe where theSafety ComplianceCertification Label maybe located. The Safety Compliance CertificationLabel is ...

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that yourvehicle has a defectthat could cause acrash, or could causeinjury or death, youshould immediatelyinform the NationalHighway Traffic SafetyAdministration(NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford MotorCompany. If NHTSA receives similar complaint...

Air bag supplementalrestraint system ........ 67 and child safetyseats ......................... 69description .............. 67disposal .................... 72indicator light ......... 72passenger air bag ... 70 Air conditioning automatic temperaturecontrolsystem . 22,23,24,25,27 Anti-theft system ...

Recommendedfuel-3.0L V6 engines Unleaded fuel only - 87octane Recommendedfuel-3.4L SHO V8engine Unleaded fuel only - 91octane Fuel tank capacity 60.6L (16 gallons) Engine oil capacity(including filterchange)-3.0L V6Vulcan engine 4.25L (4.5 quarts). UseMotorcraft 5W30 SuperPremium Motor Oil, Fordspec...

Power steering fluidcapacity-3.0L V6Duratec and 3.4L V8SHO engine Fill to line on reservoir. Automatic transaxlecapacity (AX4N)-3.0LV6 Vulcan engine 12.8L (13.5 quarts). UseMotorcraft MERCON t V ATF. Automatic transaxlecapacity (AX4N)-3.0LV6 Duratec and 3.4LV8 SHO engine 12.7L (13.4 quarts). UseMoto...