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Engine shield

Some vehicles may be equipped with an aero-shield under the engine.

This shield needs to be removed for service, including oil and filter

changes. It is secured with four quick release fasteners.

284 Maintenance

2015 Taurus

Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, April 2014

USA (fus)

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Default Chapter2
- Table of Contents2
- Table of Contents4
- Table of Contents6
- Table of Contents8
Introduction10
Child Safety18
- Child Seat Positioning20
- Booster Seats22
- Installing Child Seats25
- Child Safety Locks33
Safety Belts34
- Fastening the Safety Belts36
- Safety Belt Height Adjustment39
- Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime39
- Safety Belt-Minder40
- Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance42
Personal Safety System43
Supplementary Restraints System44
- Driver and Passenger Airbags46
- Front Passenger Sensing System48
- Side Airbags51
- Safety Canopy Curtain Airbags53
- Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator55
- Airbag Disposal56
Keys and Remote Control57
- General Information on Radio Frequencies57
- Remote Control58
- Keys58
- Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control64
Mykey65
- Settings, Mykey65
- Creating66
- Clearing67
- System Status67
- Remote Start, Mykey67
- Troubleshooting, Mykey68
Locks69
- Locking and Unlocking69
- Securicode™ Keyless Entry Keypad74
- Trunk Release76
- Interior Luggage Compartment Release77
Security78
- Securilock® Passive Anti-Theft System78
- Anti-Theft Alarm81
Steering Wheel82
- Adjusting the Steering Wheel82
- Steering Wheel Controls84
Pedals87
- Adjustable Pedals87
Wipers and Washers88
- Windshield Wipers88
- Rain-Sensing Wipers88
- Windshield Washers89
Lighting90
- Lighting Control90
- Autolamps91
- Instrument Lighting Dimmer92
- Headlamp Exit Delay92
- Daytime Running Lamps93
- Automatic High Beam Control93
- Direction Indicators95
- Interior Lamps96
Windows and Mirrors97
- Power Windows97
- Exterior Mirrors99
- Interior Mirrors101
- Sun Visors101
- Sunshade102
- Moonroof103
Instrument Cluster104
- Gauges104
- Warning Lamps and Indicators106
- Audible Warnings and Indicators110
- Information Displays111
Information Displays Controls111
- Trip Computer115
- Information Messages122
Climate Control131
- Manual Heating and Air Conditioning131
- Dual Automatic Temperature Control132
- Rear Window Defroster140
- Cabin Air Filter141
Seats143
- Sitting in the Correct Position143
- Head Restraints144
- Front Manual Seats147
- Power Seats148
- Memory Function150
- Heated Seats152
- Heated and Ventilated Seats153
Universal Garage Door Opener (if Equipped)157
- Homelink® Wireless Control System157
Auxiliary Power Points162
Storage Compartments163
- Center Console163
- Overhead Console164
Starting and Stopping the Engine165
- Ignition Switch166
- Engine Block Heater171
Fuel and Refueling173
- Fuel Quality174
- Running out of Fuel176
- Refueling177
- Fuel Consumption179
Transmission184
- Automatic Transmission184
All-Wheel Drive (if Equipped)189
- All Wheel Drive189
Brakes196
- Hints on Driving with Anti-Lock Brakes197
- Parking Brake197
Traction Control198
Stability Control199
- Advancetrac200
Parking Aids202
- Sensing System202
- Active Park Assist204
- Rear-View Camera System209
Cruise Control213
- Using Cruise Control213
- Using Adaptive Cruise Control214
Driving Aids223
- Lane Keeping System225
- Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic Alert (CTA)229
- Collision Warning System234
- Steering238
Load Carrying240
- Cargo Net240
- Vehicle Loading240
Towing248
- Trailer Towing248
- Wrecker Towing252
- Recreational Towing253
Driving Hints255
- Economical Driving255
- Driving through Water256
- Floor Mats257
Roadside Emergencies258
- Getting Roadside Assistance258
- Hazard Warning Flashers259
- Fuel Cut-Off Switch260
- Jump-Starting the Vehicle261
Customer Assistance264
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)271
- Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)271
Fuses272
- Changing a Fuse272
- Fuse Specification Chart272
Maintenance281
- Opening and Closing the Hood282
- Under Hood Overview283
- Engine Oil Dipstick287
- Engine Oil Check287
- Engine Coolant Check288
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Check293
- Brake Fluid Check298
- Fuel Filter298
- Washer Fluid Check298
- Battery299
- Checking the Wiper Blades301
- Air Filter(S)302
- Adjusting the Headlamps304
- Changing a Bulb305
- Bulb Specification Chart309
Vehicle Care310
- Cleaning Products310
- Cleaning the Exterior310
- Waxing312
- Repairing Minor Paint Damage312
- Cleaning the Engine312
- Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades313
- Cleaning the Interior314
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens314
- Cleaning Leather Seats315
- Cleaning the Alloy Wheels316
- Vehicle Storage316
Wheels and Tires319
- Tire Care319
- Using Summer Tires334
- Using Snow Chains335
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)336
- Changing a Road Wheel340
- Temporary Mobility Kit346
- Technical Specifications356
- Wheel Lug Nut Torque356
Capacities and Specifications357
- Part Numbers364
- Vehicle Identification Number365
- Vehicle Certification Label366
- Transmission Code Designation366
Accessories367
Extended Service Plan369
Audio System372
- Myford® SYSTEM374
- Satellite Radio Information384
- Auxiliary Input Jack387
- USB Port388
Sync390
- Pairing Your Phone for the First Time395
- Assist409
- Vehicle Health Report412
Myford Touch® (if Equipped)435
- Infotainment Display442
- Voice Recognition443
- Listening to Music447
- Phone Features468
- Information Menu476
- Settings488
- Climate Features500
- Navigation System503
Appendices515
Scheduled Maintenance Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log539
- Engine Coolant Change Log550

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