Ford Taurus 2015 - 2.0 L Ecoboost Engine

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2.0L EcoBoost® Engine

A. Engine coolant reservoir

B. Brake fluid reservoir

C. Battery

D. Power distribution box

E. Air filter assembly

F. Engine oil filler cap

G. Engine oil dipstick

H. Windshield washer fluid reservoir

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Maintenance 285

2015 Taurus

Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, November 2014

USA (fus)

Table of Contents

Default Chapter2
- Table of Contents2
- Table of Contents4
- Table of Contents6
- Table of Contents8
  - Protecting the Environment10
Introduction10
- Symbol Glossary11
- Data Recording13
- Service Data Recording13
- Event Data Recording13
- California Proposition 6515
- Perchlorate Material15
- Ford Credit15
- Replacement Parts Recommendation15
- Collision Repairs16
- Special Instructions16
- Mobile Communications Equipment17
- Export Unique Vehicle Specific Information17
- General Information18
Child Safety18
- Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children19
- Child Seat Positioning20
- Recommendations for Attaching Child Safety Restraints for Children21
- Booster Seats22
  - Types of Booster Seats23
  - Child Seats25
- Installing Child Seats25
- Child Safety Locks33
- Principles of Operation34
Safety Belts34
- Fastening the Safety Belts36
- Safety Belt Height Adjustment39
- Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime39
- Conditions of Operation39
- Safety Belt-Minder40
- Deactivating and Activating the Belt-Minder Feature41
- Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance42
Personal Safety System43
- How Does the Personal Safety System Work?43
Supplementary Restraints System44
- Sos Post-Crash Alert System45
- Driver and Passenger Airbags46
  - Children and Airbags47
  - Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment47
- Front Passenger Sensing System48
- Side Airbags52
- Safety Canopy Curtain Airbags53
- Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator55
- Airbag Disposal56
Keys and Remote Control57
- General Information on Radio Frequencies57
- Intelligent Access57
- Remote Control58
  - Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)58
  - Intelligent Access Key58
- Keys58
- Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control64
  - Non-Configurable Settings65
  - Configurable Settings65
- Settings, Mykey65
- Remote Start, Mykey68
- Troubleshooting, Mykey68
- Locking and Unlocking69
- Trunk Release76
  - From Inside Your Vehicle76
  - Vehicles with Intelligent Access76
- Interior Luggage Compartment Release77
- Anti-Theft Alarm81
  - Arming the Alarm81
  - Disarming the Alarm81
- Adjusting the Steering Wheel82
- Steering Wheel Controls84
- Adjustable Pedals87
- Windshield Wipers88
- Rain-Sensing Wipers88
Wipers and Washers88
- Windshield Washers89
- Lighting Control90
  - High Beams90
  - Headlamp Flasher90
- Autolamps91
- Instrument Lighting Dimmer92
- Headlamp Exit Delay92
- Daytime Running Lamps93
- Automatic High Beam Control93
- Activating the System94
- Direction Indicators95
- Manually Overriding the System95
- Interior Lamps96
  - Front Row Map Lamps96
  - Rear Dome/Reading Lamps96
- Power Windows97
Windows and Mirrors97
- Accessory Delay98
- Bounce-Back (One-Touch up or down Windows Only)98
- Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature98
- Window Lock98
- Exterior Mirrors99
- Sun Visors101
- Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror102
- Sunshade102
- Bounce-Back103
- Moonroof103
  - Opening and Closing the Moonroof103
  - Venting the Moonroof103
- Gauges104
Instrument Cluster104
- Fuel Gauge105
- Low Fuel Reminder105
- Warning Lamps and Indicators106
- Audible Warnings and Indicators111
- Information Messages123
  - Message Indicators123
  - Manual Climate Control132
- Manual Heating and Air Conditioning132
- Automatic Climate Control133
- Dual Automatic Temperature Control133
- Cabin Air Filter141
- Rear Window Defroster141
  - Automatic Settings142
  - Manual Climate Systems142
- Remote Start142
- Sitting in the Correct Position143
Seats143
- Head Restraints144
  - Rear Seat Center Head Restraint145
  - Tilting Head Restraints146
- Front Manual Seats146
  - Recline Adjustment147
  - Lumbar Adjustment147
- Power Seats148
  - Power Lumbar149
  - Multi-Contour Active Motion Seat149
- Memory Function150
  - Programming a Memory Position150
  - Recalling a Memory Position150
- Heated Seats151
  - Recalling a Memory Position with the Remote Control151
  - Climate Controlled Seats152
- Heated and Ventilated Seats152
Universal Garage Door Opener (if Equipped)157
- Universal Garage Door Opener158
- Erasing the Function Button Codes159
- Reprogramming a Single Button159
- Programming Homelink to a Genie Intellicode 2 Garage Door Opener159
- Programing the Transmitters160
- Programming Homelink to the Genie Intellicode Garage Door Opener Motor161
- Clearing a Homelink Device161
Auxiliary Power Points162
- Locations162
Storage Compartments163
- Center Console163
- Overhead Console164
Starting and Stopping the Engine165
- Ignition Switch166
- Engine Block Heater171
Fuel and Refueling173
- Choosing the Right Fuel (Gasoline Engines)175
- Choosing the Right Fuel with a Flex Fuel Vehicle175
- Fuel Quality175
- Octane Recommendations176
- Running out of Fuel176
- Refilling with a Portable Fuel Container177
- Refueling178
- Fuel Consumption181
Transmission Automatic Transmission185
- Selectshift Automatic Transmission186
- Paddle Shifters186
- Brake-Shift Interlock187
- Upshift to Recommended Shift Speeds According to the Following Chart187
- Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning189
- If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow189
- Using Your All Wheel Drive (AWD) System190
All-Wheel Drive (if Equipped)190
- Driving in Special Conditions with All-Wheel Drive (AWD)191
- Basic Operating Principles in Special Conditions191
- If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement191
- If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck192
- Emergency Maneuvers192
- Sand193
- Mud and Water193
- Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain194
- Driving on Snow and Ice195
- Maintenance and Modifications196
Brakes197
- Brake over Accelerator197
- Brake Assist197
- Hints on Driving with Anti-Lock Brakes198
- Parking Brake198
Traction Control199
- Using Traction Control199
- System Indicator Lights and Messages199
Stability Control200
- Using Advancetrac202
Parking Aids203
- Sensing System203
- Using the Rear Sensing System204
- Active Park Assist205
- Using Cruise Control214
  - Canceling the Set Speed215
  - Changing the Set Speed215
- Using Adaptive Cruise Control215
Driving Aids223
- Resetting the System224
- System Display224
- Lane Keeping System225
- Driving Aids228
- Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic Alert (CTA)229
- Collision Warning System234
Load Carrying239
- Cargo Net239
- Vehicle Loading239
- Trailer Towing247
- Wrecker Towing251
  - Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels252
  - Emergency Towing252
- Recreational Towing252
- Vehicles Equipped with a 3.5L Engine253
Driving Hints254
- Breaking-In254
- Economical Driving254
- Driving through Water255
- Floor Mats256
Roadside Emergencies258
- Getting Roadside Assistance258
- Hazard Warning Flashers260
- Fuel Shutoff260
- Fuel Cut-Off Switch260
- Jump-Starting the Vehicle261
Customer Assistance264
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)271
- Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)271
- Changing a Fuse272
- Fuse Specification Chart272
Maintenance281
- Working with the Engine off281
- Working with the Engine on281
- Opening and Closing the Hood282
- 3.5L V6 Engine283
- Under Hood Overview283
- Engine Oil Check287
- Engine Oil Dipstick287
  - Adding Engine Oil288
  - Checking the Engine Coolant288
- Engine Coolant Check288
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Check294
- Brake Fluid Check298
  - Power Steering Fluid Check298
  - Changing the Vehicle Battery299
- Fuel Filter299
- Washer Fluid Check299
  - Battery Relearn300
  - Battery Management System301
- Checking the Wiper Blades302
- Adjusting the Headlamps305
- Vertical Aim Adjustment305
- Changing a Bulb306
- Bulb Specification Chart310
- Replacing Supplemental Park Lamp Bulbs310
Vehicle Care311
- Cleaning Products311
- Cleaning the Exterior311
- Waxing313
- Repairing Minor Paint Damage313
- Cleaning the Engine313
- Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades314
- Cleaning the Interior315
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens315
- Cleaning Leather Seats316
- Cleaning the Alloy Wheels317
- Vehicle Storage318
- Removing Vehicle from Storage320
Wheels and Tires321
- Tire Care321
- Using Summer Tires336
- Using Snow Chains337
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)338
- Changing a Road Wheel342
- Temporary Mobility Kit349
- Technical Specifications359
- Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications359
Capacities and Specifications360
- Engine Specifications360
- Engine Drivebelt Routing361
- Part Numbers367
- Vehicle Identification Number367
- Vehicle Certification Label368
- Transmission Code Designation369
Accessories370
- Exterior Style370
- Interior Style370
- Lifestyle370
Extended Service Plan372
- Rental Car Reimbursement372
- Transferable Coverage373
- Radio Frequencies and Reception Factors375
- CD and CD Player Information375
Audio System375
- MP3 Track and Folder Structure376
- Myford System377
- Menu Structure379
- Am/Fm/CD Premium Audio System382
- Am/Fm/CD Sony Audio System383
- Hd Radio Information384
- Satellite Radio Channels388
- Satellite Radio Information388
- Auxiliary Input Jack390
- Media Hub392
- Usb Port392
Sync393
- Driving Restrictions394
- SYNC Owner Account394
- Privacy Information395
- When Using SYNC395
- Initiating a Voice Session396
- System Interaction and Feedback396
- Using Voice Recognition396
- Adjusting the Interaction Level397
- Helpful Hints397
- Pairing a Phone for the First Time398
- Using Sync with Your Phone398
- Pairing Subsequent Phones399
- Phone Voice Commands399
- Making Calls401
- Phone Book Commands401
- Phone Options During an Active Call401
- Receiving Calls401
- Accessing Features through the Phone Menu403
- Text Messaging404
- Receiving a Text Message405
- Sending, Downloading and Deleting Your Text Messages405
- Pre-Defined Text Message Options406
- Accessing Your Phone Settings407
- Bluetooth Devices Menu Options409
- Advanced Menu Options411
- 911 Assist412
  - Sync Applications and Services412
  - Setting 911 Assist on413
  - In the Event of a Crash414
  - 911 Assist May Not Work if415
  - 911 Assist Privacy Notice415
- Vehicle Health Report415
  - SYNC Services417
  - Vehicle Health Report Privacy Notice417
  - Connecting to SYNC Services Using the Phone Menu418
  - Connecting to SYNC Services Using Voice Commands418
  - Receiving Turn-By-Turn Directions419
  - Disconnecting from SYNC Services420
  - SYNC Services Quick Tips420
  - SYNC Applink421
  - To Access Using the Media Menu421
  - To Access Using the Navigation Screen421
  - To Access Using the Phone Menu421
  - Connecting Your Digital Media Player Via the USB Port422
  - To Access Using Voice Commands422
  - Using Sync with Your Media Player422
  - Media Voice Commands423
  - What’s Playing?423
  - Voice Command Guide424
  - Media Menu Features425
  - Accessing Your Play Menu427
  - System Settings429
Myford Touch® (if Equipped)441
- Home443
- Settings443
- Using the Touch-Sensitive Controls on Your System444
- Using Your Steering Wheel Controls444
- Cleaning the Touchscreen Display445
- Safety Information445
- Support445
- Speed-Restricted Features446
- Accessing/Adjusting Modes through Right Vehicle Information Display448
- Audio Sources and Memory Presets449
- Voice Recognition449
- Listening to Music453
- Phone Features474
- Information Menu481
- Settings493
- Climate Features506
- Climate Control Voice Commands508
- Navigation System509
Appendices528
- Description of Other Rights and Limitations529
Scheduled Maintenance547
- Oils, Fluids and Flushing549
- Owner Checks and Services549
- Multi-Point Inspection550
- Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor552
- Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log552
Index564

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