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2013 TAURUS Owner’s Manual

DG1J 19A321 AA

December 2012

Third Printing

Owner’s Manual

Taurus

Litho in U.S.A.

fordowner.com

ford.ca

2013 TAURUS Owner’s Manual

Default Chapter2
- Table of Contents2
- Table of Contents4
- Table of Contents6
- Table of Contents8
  - About this Manual10
Introduction10
- Symbol Glossary11
- Event Data Recording13
Child Safety18
- Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children19
- Child Seat Positioning20
- Booster Seats22
- Types of Booster Seats23
- Installing Child Safety Seats25
- Child Safety Locks33
Safety Belts34
- Fastening the Safety Belts36
- Safety Belt Height Adjustment39
  - Safety Belt Extension Assembly39
  - How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode39
- Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime40
- Safety Belt-Minder40
- Deactivating and Activating the Belt-Minder Feature42
- Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance43
Personal Safety System44
Supplementary Restraints System45
- SOS Post-Crash Alert System46
- Driver and Passenger Airbags47
  - Children and Airbags48
  - Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment48
- Front Passenger Sensing System49
- Side Airbags53
- Safety Canopy Curtain Airbags54
- Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator56
- Airbag Disposal57
Keys and Remote Control58
- General Information on Radio Frequencies58
- Remote Control59
- Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)59
- Keys59
- Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control65
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- Settings, Mykey66
- Remote Start, Mykey69
- Troubleshooting, Mykey69
- Locking and Unlocking70
- Trunk Release77
- Interior Luggage Compartment Release78
- Anti-Theft Alarm82
- Adjusting the Steering Wheel84
- Adjustable Pedals89
Wipers and Washers90
- Windshield Wipers90
- Rain-Sensing Wipers90
- Windshield Washers91
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- Lighting Control92
  - High Beams92
  - Headlamp Flasher92
- Autolamps93
- Instrument Lighting Dimmer93
- Headlamp Exit Delay93
- Daytime Running Lamps94
- Automatic High Beam Control95
  - Activating the System (High Beam Control)96
  - Manually Overriding the System (High Beam Control)96
- Direction Indicators97
- Interior Lamps97
  - Front Row Map Lamps97
  - Rear Dome/Reading Lamps97
- Power Windows98
Windows and Mirrors98
- Accessory Delay99
- Bounce-Back (One-Touch up or down Windows Only)99
- Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature99
- Window Lock99
- Auto-Dimming Feature100
- Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors100
- Power Exterior Mirrors100
- Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic Alert (CTA)101
- Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors101
- Auto-Dimming Mirror102
- Interior Mirrors102
- Sun Visors102
- Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror103
- Sunshade103
- Bounce-Back (Moonroof)104
- Moonroof104
  - Opening and Closing the Moonroof104
  - Venting the Moonroof104
Instrument Cluster105
- Fuel Gauge105
- Gauges105
- Warning Lamps and Indicators106
- Audible Warnings and Indicators111
Information Displays112
- Information Display Controls112
- Menu112
- Trip and Fuel Economy Computer116
- Compass117
- Display Mode118
- Main Menu118
- Driver Assist121
- Fuel Economy121
- Settings Mode (Information Display)123
- Information Mode (Information Display)125
- Information Messages126
Audio System135
- CD and CD Player Information135
- Radio Frequencies and Reception Factors135
- MP3 Track and Folder Structure136
- Myford System137
- Menu Structure139
- AM/FM/CD Premium Audio System142
- AM/FM/CD Sony Audio System143
- Auxiliary Input Jack144
  - Media Hub146
  - Satellite Radio Channels146
- Satellite Radio Information146
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- USB Port146
  - Satellite Radio Reception Factors147
  - Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN)148
Climate Control150
- Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System150
- Dual Automatic Temperature Control System152
- Dual Automatic Temperature Control System (with Sony Audio System)154
- Dual Automatic Temperature Control System (with Mytemp)156
- Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System Operating Tips157
- Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control Operating Tips158
- Heated Windows and Mirrors159
- Rear Window Defroster159
- Cabin Air Filter160
Seats162
- Sitting in the Correct Position162
- Head Restraints163
- Tilting Head Restraints165
- Front Manual Seats166
- Power Seats167
- Heated Seats171
- Heated and Ventilated Seats172
Universal Garage Door Opener (if Equipped) 175176
- Erasing the Function Button Codes (Garage Door Opener)178
- Reprogramming a Single Button (Garage Door Opener)178
- Programming Homelink to a Genie Intellicode 2 Garage Door Opener179
- Programming Homelink to the Genie Intellicode Garage Door Opener Motor180
- Clearing a Homelink Device180
Auxiliary Power Points181
- Center Console181
Storage Compartments181
- Overhead Console182
- Storage Compartments182
Starting and Stopping the Engine183
- Ignition Switch184
- Engine Block Heater188
  - Guarding against Exhaust Fumes188
  - Important Ventilating Information188
Fuel and Refueling190
- Fuel Quality191
  - Choosing the Right Fuel with a Flex Fuel Vehicle191
  - Octane Recommendations192
- Running out of Fuel193
- Refilling with a Portable Fuel Container193
- Refueling194
- Easy Fuel “No Cap” Fuel System195
- Fuel Consumption196
- Automatic Transmission200
All-Wheel Drive (if Equipped)205
- Driving in Special Conditions with All-Wheel Drive (AWD)206
- If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement206
- If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck207
- Emergency Maneuvers207
- Sand208
- Mud and Water208
- Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain209
- Driving on Snow and Ice210
- Maintenance and Modifications211
Brakes212
- Brake over Accelerator212
- Brake Assist212
- Anti-Lock Brake System213
- Parking Brake213
- Hints on Driving with Anti-Lock Brakes213
Traction Control214
Stability Control215
- Advancetrac217
Parking Aids218
- Sensing System218
- Using the Rear Sensing System219
- Active Park Assist220
- Rear-View Camera System224
- Using Adaptive Cruise Control229
Driving Aids238
- Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic Alert (CTA)238
- Collision Warning System243
Load Carrying248
- Cargo Net248
- Wrecker Towing260
  - Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels261
  - Emergency Towing261
- Recreational Towing261
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Driving Hints263
- Breaking-In263
- Economical Driving263
- Driving through Water264
- Floor Mats265
Roadside Emergencies267
- Getting Roadside Assistance267
- Hazard Warning Flashers268
- Fuel Cut-Off Switch269
- Jump-Starting the Vehicle269
Customer Assistance273
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)280
- Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)280
- Changing a Fuse281
- Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color281
- Fuse Specification Chart282
  - Power Distribution Box282
  - Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel287
Maintenance290
- General Information290
- Working with the Engine off290
- Opening and Closing the Hood291
- Working with the Engine on291
- Under Hood Overview292
- Adding Engine Oil295
- Engine Oil Check295
- Engine Oil Dipstick295
- Adding Engine Coolant296
- Engine Coolant Check296
  - Engine Fluid Temperature Management (Ecoboost Engine Only)298
  - Recycled Engine Coolant298
  - Severe Climates298
  - Fail-Safe Cooling299
  - When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated300
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Check301
  - Moving the Air Filter Assembly (Ecoboost Engine)303
  - Correct Fluid Level304
  - Low Fluid Level304
  - Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels305
  - High Fluid Level305
- Brake Fluid Check306
- Fuel Filter306
- Power Steering Fluid Check306
- Washer Fluid Check306
  - Battery Change307
  - Changing the Wiper Blades309
- Checking the Wiper Blades309
  - Air Filter Check310
  - Changing the Air Filter Element310
- Adjusting the Headlamps312
- Vertical Aim Adjustment312
- Changing a Bulb313
  - Lamp Assembly Condensation313
  - Replacing Headlamp Bulbs314
  - Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal/Sidemarker Bulbs315
  - Replacing Backup Lamp Bulbs315
  - Replacing HID Headlamp Bulbs315
  - Replacing Stop/Tail/Turn and Sidemarker Lamp Bulbs315
  - Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulbs316
  - Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs316
- Bulb Specification Chart317
  - Replacing Supplemental Park Lamp Bulbs317
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Vehicle Care318
- Cleaning Products318
- Cleaning the Exterior318
- Waxing320
- Repairing Minor Paint Damage320
- Cleaning the Engine320
- Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades321
- Cleaning the Interior321
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens322
- Cleaning Leather Seats323
- Cleaning the Alloy Wheels324
- Vehicle Storage324
- Removing Vehicle from Storage326
Wheels and Tires327
- Tire Care327
- Using Summer Tires341
- Tire Rotation341
- Using Snow Chains342
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)343
- Changing a Road Wheel347
- Temporary Mobility Kit353
- Technical Specifications362
- Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications362
Capacities and Specifications363
- Engine Specifications363
- Engine Drivebelt Routing364
- Part Numbers368
- Vehicle Identification Number368
- Vehicle Certification Label369
- Transmission Code Designation370
Accessories371
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Ford Extended Service Plan373
Scheduled Maintenance376
- Oils, Fluids and Flushing378
- Owner Checks and Services378
- Multi-Point Inspection379
- Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor381
- Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log381
Sync393
- Sync394
- Initiating a Voice Session396
- System Interaction and Feedback (SYNC)396
- Using Voice Recognition (SYNC)396
- Adjusting the Interaction Level397
- Using SYNC with Your Phone398
- Pairing a Phone for the First Time399
- Pairing Subsequent Phones399
- Phone Voice Commands400
- Phone Book Commands: When You Ask SYNC to Access a Phone Book401
- Making Calls402
- Phone Options During an Active Call402
- Receiving Calls402
- Accessing Features through the Phone Menu404
- Text Messaging405
- Receiving a Text Message406
- Sending, Downloading and Deleting Your Text Messages406
- Accessing Your Phone Settings408
- Bluetooth Devices Menu Options410
- System Settings (Bluetooth)410
- Advanced Menu Options411
- 911 Assist413
- SYNC Applications and Services413
- 911 Assist May Not Work if415
- 911 Assist Privacy Notice415
- In the Event of a Crash415
- Vehicle Health Report416
  - SYNC Services: Traffic, Directions & Information (TDI)418
  - Connecting to SYNC Services Using the Phone Menu419
  - Connecting to SYNC Services Using Voice Commands419
  - Receiving Turn-By-Turn Directions419
  - Disconnecting from SYNC Services420
  - Connecting Your Digital Media Player Via the USB Port421
  - Using SYNC with Your Media Player421
  - Media Voice Commands422
  - What’s Playing?422
  - Bluetooth Audio424
  - Accessing Your Play Menu427
  - System Settings (SYNC)429
  - SYNC Troubleshooting432
  - Myford Touch® (if Equipped)438
  - Cleaning the Touchscreen Display441
  - Using the Touch-Sensitive Controls on Your System441
  - Speed-Restricted Features442
  - Privacy Information (SYNC)443
  - Accessing and Adjusting Modes through the Right Vehicle Info Display444
Myford Touch® (if Equipped)446
- Using Voice Recognition446
- How to Use Voice Commands with Your System446
- What Can I Say?446
- Accessing a List of Available Commands447
- Voice Settings448
- Using Voice Commands with the Touchscreen Options449
- Browsing Device Content (Myford Touch)452
- Listening to Music453
- Pairing Your Phone for the First Time474
- Phone Features474
- Settings493
- Navigation System508
Appendices520
Index540
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Model	TAURUS 2013
Category	Automobile
Language	English

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