Ford Taurus 2016 User Manual

Name: Ford Taurus 2016
Brand: Ford
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November 2015

First Printing

Owner’s Manual

Taurus

Litho in U.S.A.

2016 TAURUS Owner’s Manual

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2016 TAURUS Owner’s Manual

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Default Chapter4
- Table of Contents4
Introduction10
- About this Manual10
- Symbols Glossary10
- Data Recording12
- California Proposition 6514
- Perchlorate14
- Ford Credit14
- Replacement Parts Recommendation14
- Special Notices15
- Mobile Communications Equipment15
- Export Unique Options16
Environment17
- Protecting the Environment17
Child Safety18
- General Information18
- Installing Child Restraints19
- Booster Seats25
- Child Restraint Positioning27
- Child Safety Locks28
Seatbelts30
- Principle of Operation30
- Fastening the Seatbelts31
- Seatbelt Height Adjustment33
- Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime34
- Seatbelt Reminder34
- Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance36
Personal Safety System?37
- Personal Safety System37
Supplementary Restraints System38
- Principle of Operation38
- Driver and Passenger Airbags39
- Front Passenger Sensing System40
- Side Airbags42
- Safety Canopy43
- Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator44
- Airbag Disposal45
Keys and Remote Controls46
- General Information on Radio46
  - Frequencies46
- Remote Control46
- Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control50
Mykey51
- Principle of Operation51
- Creating a Mykey52
- Clearing All Mykeys53
- Checking Mykey System Status54
- Using Mykey with Remote Start Systems55
- Mykey Troubleshooting55
Locks57
- Locking and Unlocking57
- Keyless Entry61
- Interior Luggage Compartment Release62
Security64
- Passive Anti-Theft System64
- Anti-Theft Alarm65
Steering Wheel66
- Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Manual Adjustable Steering Column66
  - Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Power Adjustable Steering Column66
- Audio Control67
- Voice Control68
- Cruise Control68
- Information Display Control68
- Heated Steering Wheel68
Pedals69
- Adjusting the Pedals69
Wipers and Washers70
- Windshield Wipers70
- Autowipers70
- Windshield Washers71
Lighting72
- General Information72
- Lighting Control72
- Autolamps73
- Instrument Lighting Dimmer74
- Headlamp Exit Delay74
- Daytime Running Lamps74
- Automatic High Beam Control75
- Direction Indicators76
- Interior Lamps76
Windows and Mirrors78
- Power Windows78
- Global Opening79
- Exterior Mirrors79
- Interior Mirror81
- Sun Visors81
- Sun Shades81
- Moonroof82
Instrument Cluster83
- Gauges83
- Warning Lamps and Indicators85
- Audible Warnings and Indicators88
Information Displays89
- General Information89
- Information Messages98
Climate Control109
- Manual Climate Control109
- Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles Without: Touchscreen Display110
- Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Premium AM/FM/CD111
- Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Sony Audio System113
- Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate115
- Heated Windows and Mirrors117
- Cabin Air Filter117
- Remote Start118
Seats119
- Sitting in the Correct Position119
- Head Restraints119
- Manual Seats121
- Power Seats122
- Memory Function125
- Rear Seats126
- Heated Seats127
- Climate Controlled Seats128
- Rear Seat Armrest129
Universal Garage Door130
- Universal Garage Door Opener130
Auxiliary Power Points135
Storage Compartments136
- Center Console136
- Overhead Console136
Starting and Stopping the Engine137
- General Information137
- Ignition Switch137
- Keyless Starting137
- Starting a Gasoline Engine138
- Engine Block Heater141
Fuel and Refueling143
- Safety Precautions143
- Fuel Quality144
- Fuel Filler Funnel Location145
- Running out of Fuel145
- Refueling146
- Fuel Consumption148
- Emission Control System149
Transmission152
- Automatic Transmission152
All-Wheel Drive155
- Using All-Wheel Drive155
Brakes162
- General Information162
- Hints on Driving with Anti-Lock Brakes162
- Parking Brake163
Traction Control164
- Principle of Operation164
- Using Traction Control164
Stability Control165
- Principle of Operation165
- Using Stability Control166
Parking Aids168
- Principle of Operation168
- Rear Parking Aid168
- Active Park Assist169
- Rear View Camera173
Cruise Control176
- Principle of Operation176
- Using Cruise Control176
- Using Adaptive Cruise Control177
Driving Aids184
- Driver Alert184
- Lane Keeping System185
- Blind Spot Information System189
- Cross Traffic Alert191
- Steering194
- Collision Warning System195
Load Carrying198
- Cargo Nets198
- Load Limit198
Towing206
- Towing a Trailer206
- Recommended Towing Weights207
- Essential Towing Checks208
- Transporting the Vehicle210
- Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels210
Driving Hints212
- Breaking-In212
- Economical Driving212
- Driving through Water213
- Floor Mats213
Roadside Emergencies215
- Roadside Assistance215
- Hazard Warning Flashers216
- Fuel Shutoff216
- Jump Starting the Vehicle217
- Post-Crash Alert System219
Customer Assistance220
- Getting the Services You Need220
- In California (U.S. Only)221
- The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)222
- Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)223
- Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada223
- Ordering Additional Owner's Literature224
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)225
- Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)225
Fuses227
- Fuse Specification Chart227
- Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel232
- Changing a Fuse235
Maintenance237
- General Information237
- Opening and Closing the Hood237
- Closing the Hood238
- Under Hood Overview - 2.0L Ecoboost239
- Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost240
- Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Duratec241
- Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L Ecoboost242
- Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.5L Duratec/3.5L Ecoboost242
- Engine Oil Check242
- Oil Change Indicator Reset243
- Engine Coolant Check243
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 2.0L Ecoboost247
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 3.5L Duratec/3.5L Ecoboost247
- Brake Fluid Check251
- Power Steering Fluid Check251
- Washer Fluid Check251
- Fuel Filter252
- Changing the 12V Battery252
- Checking the Wiper Blades254
- Changing the Wiper Blades254
- Adjusting the Headlamps255
- Changing a Bulb256
- Bulb Specification Chart257
- Changing the Engine Air Filter259
Vehicle Care260
- General Information260
- Cleaning Products260
- Cleaning the Exterior260
- Waxing261
- Cleaning the Engine262
- Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades262
- Cleaning the Interior263
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens263
- Cleaning Leather Seats264
- Repairing Minor Paint Damage264
- Cleaning the Alloy Wheels264
- Vehicle Storage265
Wheels and Tires267
- General Information267
- Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit267
- Tire Care273
- Using Summer Tires286
- Using Snow Chains286
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System287
- Changing a Road Wheel291
- Technical Specifications296
Capacities and Specifications297
- Engine Specifications - 2.0L Ecoboost297
- Engine Specifications - 3.5L Duratec297
- Engine Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost298
- Motorcraft Parts - 2.0L Ecoboost299
- Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Duratec300
- Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost301
- Vehicle Identification Number302
- Vehicle Certification Label303
- Transmission Code Designation303
- Capacities and Specifications - 2.0L Ecoboost304
- Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Duratec307
- Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost311
Audio System315
- General Information315
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Am/Fm/CD/Sync/Satellite Radio316
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium Am/Fm/CD320
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony Am/Fm/CD321
- Satellite Radio322
- Audio Input Jack325
- USB Port326
- Media Hub326
Sync327
- General Information327
- Using Voice Recognition329
- Using SYNC with Your Phone332
- SYNC Applications and Services345
- SYNC Applink353
- Player355
- SYNC Troubleshooting365
Accessories374
Extended Service Plan (ESP)376
Scheduled Maintenance378
- General Maintenance Information378
- Normal Scheduled Maintenance381
- Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance384
- Scheduled Maintenance Record386
Appendices397
- End User License Agreement397

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