2009 Ford Taurus Owner Guide 3rd Printing
2009 Ford Taurus Manual
2009 Ford Taurus manual content summary:
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CD Auxiliary input jack (Line in) USB port Satellite radio information Navigation system SYNC 18 18 22 29 36 38 42 45 45 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Automatic temperature control Rear window defroster 46 46 48 53 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement 54 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 2
192 198 200 Driving Starting Brakes AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Reverse sensing system 202 202 207 209 214 218 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 3
Table of Contents Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 250 256 256 Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 4
to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available. Remember to pass on this Owner's Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle. WARNING: Fuel pump shut-off switch: In the event of an accident the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 5
relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the belt pretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material - Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 6
is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle's New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide/Customer Information Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner's Guide. Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 7
your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle. For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose to use the SYNC Vehicle Health Report, you - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 8
Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. Please note that once 911 Assist (if equipped) is enabled (set ON), 911 Assist may, through any paired and connected cell phone, disclose to emergency services that the vehicle has been in a crash includes, but is not limited to cellular phones, pagers, - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 9
unique supplement, if provided, you can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. This Owner's Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 10
See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Parking Brake System Parking Aid System Airbag - Side Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 11
Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap Low - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 12
light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle's functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulbs work. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light for additional information. Service - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 13
cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Service engine soon warning light to come on, refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specification chapter. Brake system warning light: To ! P confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 14
battery is not charging properly. If it stays on while the engine is running, there may be a malfunction with the charging system. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. This indicates a problem light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 15
on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light will illuminate for three seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn on or begins - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 16
when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver's door is opened. Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver's door is opened. GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 17
FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 18
get going WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers Press AM/FM repeatedly to choose between AM/FM1/FM2 frequency bands. / to manually go 3. Press up/down the frequency band. SEEK to search Press down/up the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 19
VOL-PUSH to turn the radio on. Turn VOL-PUSH to adjust the volume. Note: The system may take a few moments to turn on. 2. Press AUX repeatedly to cycle through auxiliary audio sources. Select SAT1, SAT2 or SAT3 to listen to satellite radio. SEEK, SEEK to 3. Press access the previous or - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 20
label side up. The system will prompt you to load discs for the remaining available slots. Insert the discs, one at a time, label side up, when prompted previous/next tracks. Press and hold REW to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track. Press and hold FF to manually advance in a CD/MP3 track. While in - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 21
Entertainment Systems While in folder mode, press to access the next FOLDER folder on MP3 discs, if available. Press SHUFFLE to engage shuffle mode. SHUFFLE ON will appear in the display. If you wish to engage shuffle mode right away, press SEEK to - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 22
delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window switches, radio and moon roof (if equipped) may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened. / (Tuner): Press to 1. manually go up or down the radio frequency - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 23
MENU until SET HOURS or SET MINUTES is displayed. Use / to manually increase/decrease. Press MENU again to disengage clock mode. If your vehicle channels only (i.e. ROCK). You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels. Press OK to close and return to the main - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 24
with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. AUTOSET: Press MENU until the display reads AUTOSET. Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your / to original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. Use turn on/off - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 25
7 (highest setting) allows the radio volume to automatically change slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Recommended level is 1-3; SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting. TRACK/FOLDER MODE: Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode. SEEK, SEEK - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 26
. 4. AUX: Press repeatedly to cycle through LINE IN (auxiliary audio mode), SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3 (satellite radio, if equipped) and SYNC (if equipped). For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode, refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter. Satellite radio is available only - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 27
. FOLDER: In folder mode, 9. press FOLDER to access the previous folder on MP3 discs, if available. 10. FF (Fast forward): Press FF to manually advance in a CD/MP3 track. 11. REW (Rewind): Press REW to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track. 12. Memory presets: To set a station, select the desired - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 28
a brief sampling of the channels in the selected category. Press again to stop. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. In TEXT MODE, sometimes the display requires additional text to be to view the displayed. When - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 29
if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so. Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 30
to manually ) or down ( ) the go up ( radio frequency. Press and hold for a fast advance through radio frequencies. In menu mode, use to select various settings. In CD/MP3 mode, press to select the desired disc. In CATEGORY mode (if equipped), press to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 31
with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. AUTOSET: Press MENU until the display reads AUTOSET. Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your / to original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. Use turn on/off - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 32
between the back (B) and front (F) speakers. ALL SEATS (Occupancy mode) (Available on Audiophile radios only): / to optimize sound for Press MENU repeatedly to ) to 7 (highest setting) allows the radio volume to automatically change slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 33
4. AUX: Press repeatedly to cycle through LINE IN (Auxiliary audio), SAT1, SAT2, SAT3 (Satellite radio modes, if equipped) and SYNC (if equipped). For location and further information on the auxiliary audio mode, refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter. Satellite radio is available only - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 34
. FOLDER: In folder mode, 9. FOLDER to access the press previous folder on MP3 discs, if available. 10. FF (Fast forward): Press FF to manually advance in a CD/MP3 track. 11. REW (Rewind): Press REW to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track. 12. Memory presets: To set a station, select the desired - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 35
presets, tune to the desired channel then press and hold a preset control until sound returns. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 13. TEXT/SCAN: In radio and CD/MP3 mode, press and hold for a brief sampling of radio - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 36
label side up. The system will prompt you to load discs for the remaining available slots. Insert the discs, one at a time, label side up, when up. Auxiliary input jack (Line in) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 37
Auxiliary Input Jack provides a way to connect your portable music player to the in-vehicle audio system. This allows the audio from a portable music player to be played through the vehicle speakers with high fidelity. To achieve optimal performance, please observe the following instructions when - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 38
Troubleshooting: 1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line level outputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are not compatible with the AIJ. The AIJ will only work volume down. If the problems persists, replace or recharge the batteries in the portable music - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 39
playing devices, memory sticks, and also to charge devices if they support this feature. For further information on this feature, refer to Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • Station overload: When - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 40
discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time. • Clean using a circular motion. CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 41
damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information. Audio system warranty and service Refer to the Warranty Guide/Customer Information Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician. MP3 track and folder structure - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 42
be played. Other files will be ignored by the system. This enables you to use the same MP3 disc for a variety of tasks on your work computer, home computer and your in vehicle system. 1 .mp3 1 .mp3 2 2 3 .mp3 3 .mp3 4 .mp3 5 4 .mp3 6 .mp3 7 .doc .ppt .xls In track mode, the system will - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 43
that broadcasts music, sports, news and entertainment programming. A service fee is required in order to receive SIRIUS service. Vehicles that are equipped with a factory installed SIRIUS Satellite Radio system include: • Hardware and limited subscription term, which begins on the date of sale or - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 44
. of time, or with an ignition key cycle, your receiver may have a fault. See your authorized dealer for service. Channel no longer This previously available available. channel is no longer available. Tune to another channel. If the channel was one of your presets, you may choose another channel for - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 45
vehicle antenna. Action Required Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. You are in a location that 888-539-7474 Update of channel programming in progress. Satellite service has been deactivated by SIRIUS Satellite Radio. NAVIGATION SYSTEM ( - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 46
can be engaged manually in any other airflow selection except (defrost). Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections except MAX A/C. When the ignition switch is turned off and back on, the climate system will return to the recirculated air mode only if the A/C button light is - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 47
air conditioning. Use with recirculated air air flow selector in the position. • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the system off or with recirculated air from the air intake area at continue to receive cool air from your A/C system. A/C and recirculated air • Set the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 48
vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engages automatically with selection of MAX A/C or can be engaged manually in (defrost). Recirculation may turn any other airflow selection except off automatically in all airflow selections - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 49
flowing from the demister and defroster vents. 8. 9. : Distributes air through the instrument panel and floor vents. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. 10. Manual override controls: Allows you to manually select where airflow is directed. To return to full automatic mode, press - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 50
setting (one indicator light), and press again to deactivate the passenger heated seat. Refer to Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in 6. the vehicle cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 51
can be engaged manually in any other airflow selection except (defrost). Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections except MAX A/C. When the ignition switch is turned off and back on, the climate system will return to the recirculated air mode only if the A/C button light is - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 52
put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 53
in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. 3. rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and works to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice. 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned off. To manually turn off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed, - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 54
To turn autolamps off, rotate the control from the autolamp position. The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a predetermined amount of time after the ignition switch is turned to off. You can change the amount of time the lamps stay on by using the programming procedure that follows: Note - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 55
headlamp control is pulled toward you and is in any of the following positions: • Parking lamps • Low beams • Autolamps (when active) The fog lamp indicator light will illuminate when the fog lamps have been turned on. The fog lamps will not operate when the high beams are active. High beams Push - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 56
or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 57
Horizontal reference line 2. Measure the height of the headlamp bulb center from the ground and mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter works well). 3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood. To see a clearer light pattern for adjusting, you may want to block the light - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 58
Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, turn the adjuster either clockwise (to adjust down) or counterclockwise (to adjust up). The horizontal edge of the brighter light should touch the horizontal reference line. 6. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 59
side of the dome lamp to turn on the lamps. BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure. Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 60
2 168 High-mount brake lamp 1 921 Fog lamp (if equipped) 2 H11 Map lamp 2 12V6W Dome/reading lamps 3 578 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer. Number of bulbs Replacing interior bulbs Check the operation of - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 61
Lights 3. Remove the outboard rubber boot from the lamp assembly by pulling rearward. 4. Remove the bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out. WARNING: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children's reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 62
and pulling it straight out. 5. To remove the bulb, pull it straight out of the bulb socket. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing rear brake/tail/turn/backup and side marker lamp bulbs The brake/tail/turn/backup and side marker lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly. Follow - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 63
socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the lamp assembly. 5. Pull the bulb straight from the socket. Install new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the ignition control is in the off position. 2. Open the trunk and reach under the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 64
Lights Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position. 2. Remove the two screws from the license plate lamp assembly. 3. Carefully pull the bulb out from the contacts. Install new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing fog lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the fog lamp - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 65
Driver Controls MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers. Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 66
up or down until you find the desired location. 3. Pull the steering wheel release control up. This will lock the steering wheel in position. WARNING: Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 67
The storage compartment may be used to store a pair of sunglasses. Press the release area on the rear edge of the bin door to open the storage compartment. The door will open to the full open position. CLOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Press and release the button to adjust forward. Press and hold to - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 68
input jack, USB port and power point 3. Rear power point, vent and (if equipped) a cupholder 4. Pen holder WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for accessory not working, a fuse may - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 69
required to be running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To prevent the battery from being discharged: • do not use the power point seat. Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. Do not hold the lighter in - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 70
Driver Controls Press and pull the window switches to open and close windows. • Push down (to the first detent) and hold the switch to open. • Pull up (to the first detent) and hold the switch to close. AUTO Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are open, the vehicle may - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 71
delay With accessory delay, the radio, power windows, and moon roof (if equipped) operate for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned from on to off or until one of the front doors are opened. INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 72
that has an auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal (high reflective) state to the non-glare (darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle, it will automatically adjust (darken - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 73
. 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 74
) The accelerator and brake pedal positions are saved when doing a memory set function and can be recalled along with the vehicle personality features when a memory position is selected through the remote entry transmitter, keyless entry keypad or memory switch on the driver's door (if equipped - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 75
steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release it. 2. Accelerate accelerator pedal. light on the 5. The indicator instrument cluster will turn on. OFF ON CNCL RSM SET SET Note: • Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving brake pedal or press CNCL (Cancel). - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 76
and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). OFF ON CNCL RSM SET SET • Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET + control. Reducing speed while using speed control - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 77
two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or press CNCL (Cancel). This will not erase your WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) Radio control features Press MEDIA to select: • AM, FM1, FM2 • SAT1, SAT2 or SAT3 (Satellite Radio mode if equipped). • CD • LINE IN (Auxiliary input jack - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 78
Driver Controls In AM, FM1, or FM2 mode: • Press SEEK to access the next/previous strong station. In Satellite radio mode (if equipped): • Press and release SEEK to access the next/previous preset. • Press and hold SEEK to fast advance through subscribed channels in the current category. In CD mode: - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 79
Driver Controls SYNC system hands free control feature (if equipped) briefly to use the voice Press command feature. You will hear a tone and LISTENING will appear in the radio display. Press and to exit voice command. hold activate phone mode or Press answer a phone call. Press and to end call or - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 80
the moon roof. Pull and hold the TILT control to close the moon roof. The moon roof has a built-in sliding shade that can be manually opened or closed when the glass panel is shut. To close the shade, pull it toward the front of the vehicle. 80 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 81
doors, entry gate operators, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting. WARNING: When programming your HomeLink Wireless Control System to a garage door the accessory position for programming and/or operation of the HomeLink. It is also recommended that a new battery be - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 82
HomeLink and hand-held transmitter buttons until the HomeLink indicator light changes from a slow to a rapidly blinking light. Now you may release both the HomeLink and hand-held transmitter buttons. Note: Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to replace Step 2 with procedures - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 83
, simply press and release the appropriate HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the trained product (garage door, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.). For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time. In - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 84
erased): • Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons until the indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. Do not hold for of status. The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by a long indicator chime - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 85
• Average Fuel Economy • Trip Elapsed Drive Time • Compass Display • Compass Zone how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions. Remember to running average fuel economy, which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 86
• Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at service stations • Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another to the odometer. The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 87
. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual calibration may be necessary. Refer to Compass zone/calibration adjustment optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater / air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Turn ignition to - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 88
, turn off all electrical accessories (heater / air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Turn calibration process has taken place by driving the vehicle in at least one circle, confirming that the heading changes accordingly. If this happens, the compass - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 89
system check report is as follows: 1. OIL LIFE 2. CHARGING SYSTEM 3. WASHER FLUID LEVEL 4. DOORS CLOSED 5. TRUNK CLOSED 6. BRAKE SYSTEM 7. TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (if equipped and warning is present) 8. DISTANCE TO EMPTY Oil life An oil change - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 90
500 miles (12,000 km) or six months. For example, setting oil life to 60% sets the oil life value to 4,500 miles (7,200 km) and 108 days. Language for the current units to be displayed. 2. Press the RESET control to change from English to Metric. Autolamp delay (if equipped) This feature keeps your - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 91
Autolamp delay values of 0, 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120 or 180 seconds. Autolock (if equipped) This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the vehicle is shifted into any gear, putting System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle's operating systems. 91 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 92
level low Check charging system Check brake system Brake fluid level low Park brake engaged Low tire pressure Tire pressure monitor fault Tire pressure sensor fault Trunk ajar Washer fluid level low Oil life change soon Oil change required Status Warning cannot be reset (CLOSE DOOR TO RESET) will be - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 93
your authorized dealer as soon as possible. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM - Displayed when the brake system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues conditions, refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 94
REQUIRED - Displayed when the oil life left reaches 0%, the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message will be displayed. INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL Press the remote trunk release control on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Rear sunshade (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a rear - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 95
Driver Controls CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo net (if equipped) The cargo net secures lightweight objects in the cargo area. Attach the net to the anchors provided. Do not put more than 50 lb. (22 kg) in the net. WARNING: This net is not designed to restrain objects during a collision. 95 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 96
programmed key which starts the vehicle and unlocks/locks all the doors. The transmitter portion functions as the remote entry transmitter. Your IKTs lose your authorized dealer supplied IKTs, replacement IKTs are available through your authorized dealer. Standard SecuriLock keys without remote - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 97
the IKT to the off position in the ignition lock cylinder, the bottom edge of the IKT control can be adjacent to the utilized. POWER DOOR LOCKS • Press the doors. • Press the doors. control to unlock all control to lock all 97 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 98
locked from any method, regardless of whether the key is in the ignition or not. Autolock feature The autolock feature will lock all the doors when: • all the doors are closed, • the ignition is in the on position, • you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion, and • the vehicle attains - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 99
the procedure is complete. Keyless entry keypad autolock enable/disable procedure 1. Turn the ignition to the off position. 2. Close all the doors. 3. Enter factory-set 5-digit entry code. 4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4 press the 7 • 8. 5. Release the 7 • 8. 6. Release the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 100
then come to a stop and the ignition is turned to the off or accessory position; and • the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being transitioned to the off or accessory position. Note: The doors will not autounlock if the vehicle has been electronically locked before the driver - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 101
receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has been enabled. CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS • Move control up to engage the childproof lock. • Move control down to disengage childproof lock. The childproof locks are located on rear - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 102
up on the trunk lid. The handle is composed of a material that will glow for hours in darkness following brief exposure to ambient light. The "T" shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door (lid) or inside the luggage compartment near the tail lamps. WARNING: Keep vehicle - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 103
risk. REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 104
to aid in troubleshooting the problem. Unlocking the doors/two stage unlock 1. Press and release to unlock the driver's door. Note: The position. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on using the dimmer control or • any door is open. The battery saver feature will - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 105
once if all the doors are closed. Note: If any door is not closed, the horn will chirp twice and the lamps will not flash. Car finder Press twice open the trunk. • Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your vehicle. Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 106
positions. 2. Press and hold either the 1 or 2 control on the driver's door for five seconds. (A tone will be heard after 11⁄2 seconds when the memory the battery The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. To replace the battery: 1. - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 107
battery. Refer to the instructions inside the IKT for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity. 4. Snap the battery unlock the door(s). The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: • - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 108
lock sequence to enable/disable the perimeter lamps feature. Note: Before starting, ensure the ignition is in the 1 (off) position and all vehicle doors are closed. You must complete Steps 1-5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, wait - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 109
lamps (and the exterior mirror puddle lamps, if equipped) will illuminate. The lights will turn off if all the doors remain closed and • 25 seconds elapse, or • the key is inserted in the ignition. Battery saver The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition has - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 110
owner's wallet card in the glove box and is available from your authorized dealer. You can also create up factory-set code cannot be associated with a memory setting. 5. The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that your personal entry code has work even if you have set your own personal code. 110 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 111
All personal codes are now erased and only the factory set 5-digit code will work. Anti-scan feature If the wrong code has been entered seven times (35 ignition is turned on. Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry To unlock the driver's door, enter the factory set 5-digit code or your - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 112
instructions on how to program the coded key. Note: The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems Always take your keys and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle. Anti-theft - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 113
. The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed. Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences. Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 114
(keys that already operate your vehicle's engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. • If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. Please read and understand the entire procedure - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 115
operate the remote entry features. The theft indicator light may flash on and off. Wait 20 seconds problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL Integrated Keyhead Transmitters are brought to the authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting to let you know that all doors, the hood and the trunk are closed. - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 116
. This will only shut off the horn and turn lamps when the alarm is sounding. The alarm system will still be armed. Pressing the power door unlock control within the 20 second prearmed mode will return the vehicle to a disarmed state. Triggering the anti-theft system The armed system will be - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 117
WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and/or operate the the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion. Head restraints help to limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. Adjust your head restraint - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 118
Restraints Push release button to lower head restraint. Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar support control is located on the outboard side of the seatback. Move the control up or down to adjust lumbar support. Folding down the front passenger seatback The front passenger - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 119
seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) WARNING: Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 120
reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 121
airbag off" indicator lamp for proper airbag status. Refer to Front passenger sensing system section for additional details. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 122
located on the climate control system panel once to activate high heat. • Press twice to activate low heat. • Press a third time to deactivate. The indicator light on the control will illuminate when activated. For low heat, one - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 123
the driver seat, outside rearview mirrors and adjustable pedals to two programmable positions. The memory seat control is located on the driver door. • To program position one, move the driver seat, exterior mirrors and adjustable pedals to the desired positions using the associated controls. Press - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 124
Seating and Safety Restraints The head restraints can be moved up by pulling up on the head restraint. Push the release button to lower head restraint. Split-folding rear seat One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additional cargo space. To lower the seatback(s) from inside the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 125
. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety Systemா The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of airbag-related injuries. The system is able to - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 126
back-up tone. The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, front passenger sensing system, and indicator lights. How does the Personal Safety Systemா work? The Personal Safety System can adapt the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 127
by safety belts or child safety seats and they move forward during pre-crash braking. The most effective way to reduce the risk of unnecessary injuries is child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 128
occupant's body during frontal occupant's chest by limiting the load on the restraints, crash sensor(s), safety problem and warning light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Personal Safety System serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 129
WARNING: Always drive and ride , should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. WARNING: It seat and using a safety belt properly. WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 130
combination lap and shoulder belts. While you are fastened in the safety belt, the combination lap/shoulder belt adjusts to your movement. However, if you brake hard, turn hard, or if your vehicle receives an impact of 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the safety belt will become locked and help reduce your - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 131
and locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. This mode should be used any time a child - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 132
mode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode WARNING: Ford Motor Company recommends that all passenger safety belt assemblies and attaching the Љautomatic locking retractorЉ feature for child seats is still working properly. Safety belt assemblies should be inspected by an authorized dealer - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 133
the occupant's body at the start of the crash. WARNING: The safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number 611C22). This assembly can be obtained from an change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso. Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 134
's safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position...The driver's safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding...The driver's safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position...Belt - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 135
has been turned to on...Then...The Belt-Minder feature will not activate. The Belt-Minder feature is activated - the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for six seconds every 30 seconds, repeating for approximately five minutes or until the safety belts are buckled - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 136
given..."Crashes are rare events" Consider...36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, cars, and by 60% in light trucks. Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle crashes, many when no other vehicles are around. Possibly, but a serious crash work" "Traffic is light" "Belts wrinkle my clothes" - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 137
times more likely to DIE. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN'T "PICK OUR CRASH". "I'd rather be thrown clear" WARNING: Do not sit on top of a buckled chime. To do so may adversely affect the performance of the vehicle's air bag system. One-time disable If at any time the driver/front - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 138
make sure that: • The parking brake is set • The gearshift is /activate the Belt-Minder feature while driving the vehicle. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the on is currently enabled. As confirmation, the safety belt warning light will flash four times per second for three seconds. - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 139
RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) The airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is designed to work in conjunction with the safety belts to help protect the driver and front outboard passenger from certain upper body injuries. The term "supplemental restraint" means the airbags are intended as a supplement - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 140
their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is serious injury. WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag supplemental restraint of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 141
seating positions than in the front seating position. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision. WARNING: Airbags can all the way back. How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work? The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 142
bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. WARNING: If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. The SRS - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 143
light and tone. diagnostic module. the electrical wiring which connects . The front passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front passenger's seat instructions, • the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat, • a front passenger takes his/her weight - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 144
, then turn the vehicle off, remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the restraint following the child restraint manufacturer's instructions. The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate) the front passenger's frontal airbag anytime the system senses that - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 145
to ride in the rear seat. Occupant Pass Airbag Off Indicator Light Unlit Lit Passenger Airbag Disabled Disabled Disabled Empty seat Small child in off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the front passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Always - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 146
Objects Pass Airbag Off Indicator Light Unlit Passenger Airbag Small (i.e. pushing on the seat The conditions listed above may cause the weight of a properly seated occupant to be incorrectly interpreted by the these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. 146 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 147
, this may or may/not be a problem due to the front passenger sensing system. DO NOT attempt to repair or service the system; take your vehicle immediately to contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance chapter of this Owner's Guide. WARNING: - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 148
be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and/or light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the supplemental restraint system serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 149
the Side Airbag Technical Working Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags. • Crash sensors located on was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 150
siderail that may come into contact with a deploying Safety Canopy. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. WARNING: Do not lean your head on the door. The Safety Canopy could injure you as it deploys from the headliner. WARNING - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 151
experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries side doors to allow Safety Canopy deployment. • The same readiness airbag light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags. • Two crash sensors - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 152
it is designed to inflate downward from the headliner above the doors along the side window opening. The Safety Canopy system is activate when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the side crash sensor to close an electrical circuit that initiates Safety Canopy inflation - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 153
problem and light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced or Safety Canopy) or the safety belt pretensioners. The SOS Post-Crash Alert can be turned off when any one of the following actions - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 154
their height, age and weight. Child safety restraints must be purchased separately from the vehicle. Failure to follow these instructions and guidelines may result in age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety organizations or are the minimum requirements of law. Ford recommends checking - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 155
Seating and Safety Restraints Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or Recommended age restraint type Infants or Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or Use a child safety seat toddlers less (generally age four or younger) ( - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 156
Safety Safety (lower (lower belt belt and belt Child anchors anchors and LATCH only Weight and only) top (lower top tether anchors tether anchor and top anchor) tether facing child seat Forward facing child seat WARNING: Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 157
weight, or age. Follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions and warnings provided for installation and use in conjunction with the instructions . WARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 158
, age and weight thresholds provided are recommendations or the minimum requirements of law. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides education and training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system. Ford recommends - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 159
Seating and Safety Restraints When installing a child safety seat: • Review and follow the information presented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) section in this chapter. • Carefully follow all of the manufacturer's instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 160
Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Depending on where you secure a child restraint, and depending on the child restraint design, you may block access to certain safety belt buckle assemblies and/or LATCH lower anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. To avoid risk of injury, - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 161
Restraints 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 162
remaining slack that will exist once the additional weight of the child is added to the child restraint cm) of movement for proper installation. 11. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger or webbing mounted attachments that connect to the two lower anchors at the LATCH - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 163
, if a top tether strap has been provided with your child seat. Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether the child seat manufacturer's instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments. Follow the instructions on attaching child safety seats - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 164
WARNING: Never attach two child safety seats to the same anchor. In a crash, one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat child seat just touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash. Each time you use the safety seat, check that the seat is properly - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 165
an anchoring point called the top tether anchor. Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer of your the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor. Once - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 166
's instructions. If guide for the weight, height, and age limits specific to your child safety seat. Keep your child in the child safety seat if it properly fits the child, remains appropriate for their weight crash. To improve the fit of both - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 167
Seating and Safety Restraints Booster seats position a child so that vehicle lap/shoulder safety belts fit better. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably at the edge of the cushion, while minimizing slouching. Booster seats may also make - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 168
/shoulder belts, or consider using a high back booster seat. • High back booster seats If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child's head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. 168 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 169
may improve this condition. Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster seat. Check with the booster seat manufacturer's instructions. The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child's head hitting a hard surface in a collision - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 170
support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Refer to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 171
car tires. They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, light truck or "LT" type tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part driving habits, service - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 172
Wheels and Loading WARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration thousands of miles of service, but they must the maximum weight the vehicle pressure: A measure of the amount of air in a tire. • Standard load: A - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 173
to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial-type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick-type tire pressure gauge. Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tire performance and wear. Under - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 174
is hot, (i.e. driven more than 1 mile [1.6 km]), never "bleed" or reduce air pressure. The tires are hot from driving and it is normal for pressures to increase above recommended cold pressures. A hot tire at or below recommended cold inflation pressure could be significantly under-inflated. 174 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 175
Tires, Wheels and Loading Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressure when you get to the pump. It is normal for tires to heat up and the air pressure inside to go up as you drive. 2. Remove the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 176
Tires, Wheels and Loading Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to regardless of tread wear. However, heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process and may require tires to be replaced more frequently. You should replace your - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 177
which is located on the B-Pillar or edge of the driver's door. If this information is not found on these labels then you should contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 178
wheels (originally installed on your vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford be damaged. Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 179
a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires. If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you're driving, the wheels may be out of alignment. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel alignment periodically. Wheel misalignment - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 180
Tires, Wheels and Loading • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) • Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)/All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) 180 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 181
dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Note: Your vehicle the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that may be used for service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. Note: If your tire size does not begin with a - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 182
in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter. 6. 95: Indicates the tire's load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry. You may find this information in your Owner's Guide. If not, contact a local - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 183
Label, which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. 183 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 184
Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for service on light trucks. 2. Load Range/Load Inflation Limits: Indicates the tire's load-carrying capabilities and its inflation limits. 3. Maximum Load Dual lb. (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 185
Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for temporary service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. 2. 145: Indicates the nominal width of Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter. Location - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 186
tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 187
Wheels and Loading The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part Monitoring System is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The tire pressure should taken when changing the tire to avoid damaging the sensor. It is recommended that you always have your tires serviced by an - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 188
Wheels pressure is significantly low. Once the light is illuminated, your tires are under inflated and need the manufacturer's recommended tire pressure. Even if the light turns ON and a short time later turns an issue to remind you that the damaged road wheel/tire needs to be repaired and put back on your - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 189
Tire Label (located on the edge of driver's door or the B-Pillar), the vehicle must be driven for at least two minutes over 20 mph (32 km/h) before the light will turn OFF. Your temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the damaged road wheel/tire and reinstall it on the vehicle to - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 190
the air added to your tires. It may take up to two minutes of driving over 20 mph (32 km/h) for the light driving in a normal manner, a typical passenger tire inflation pressure may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi (14 to 28 kPa) from a cold start situation. If the vehicle is stationary over night - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 191
drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 192
Curb Weight - is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight - is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket equipment - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 193
in order to determine the new payload. WARNING: The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle can be limited either by volume capacity (how much space is available) or by payload capacity (how much weight the vehicle should carry). Once you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle, do not - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 194
Tires, Wheels and Loading Example only: Cargo Weight - includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load weight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 195
of the driver's door. The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR. Note: For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 196
Tires, Wheels and Loading WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 197
Wheels and Loading WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury. Steps for determining the correct load limit: 1. Locate the statement "The combined weight vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 198
400 - 440 - 900 = 60 lb. Now you have the brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components carefully after towing. WARNING: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label. WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 199
and hazard lights are working. Do not connect trailer lamps directly to your vehicle's tail lamps. This can cause damage to your vehicle's electrical system. Contact your authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps. Driving while you - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 200
gear. Do not apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become less effective. • The trailer tongue weight should be 10-15% of the loaded trailer weight. • After you have traveled 50 miles (80 km), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • To aid - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 201
vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, follow these instructions: • Tow only in the forward direction. • Release the parking brake. • Place the transmission shift lever in N (Neutral). • Place the ignition in the accessory position (refer to Starting in the Driving chapter). • Do not exceed - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 202
shuts the engine and all electrical accessories off. 2. Accessory- allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 3. On- all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key position when driving. 4. Start- cranks the engine. Release - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 203
door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive vehicle accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 203 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 204
warning lights. Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start). If there is difficulty in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel until the key turns freely. This condition may occur when: • the front wheels are turned • a front wheel is against the curb 204 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 205
brake, shift into gear and drive. Note: If the engine does not start on the first try, turn the key to the off position, wait 10 seconds and try Step 2 again. If the engine still fails to start, press the accelerator to the floor and try Step 2 again, keeping the accelerator to connect the system - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 206
Driving only an extension cord that can be used outdoors, in cold temperatures, and is clearly marked ЉSuitable for Use with that the engine block heater, heater cord and extension cord are solidly connected. A poor connection can cause the cord to become very hot and may result in working order. 206 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 207
and properly stowed before driving the vehicle. While not wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by an authorized dealer. Refer to Brake system warning ! P light in the Instrument Cluster chapter for information on the brake BRAKE system warning light. Four-wheel anti-lock brake - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 208
on. If the light does not illuminate during start up, remains on or flashes, the ABS is disabled due to a malfunction and needs to be serviced. Even when the ABS is disabled, ! P normal braking is still effective. If your BRAKE warning lamp BRAKE illuminates with the parking brake released, have - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 209
affected. Press the parking brake pedal downward again to release the parking brake. Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and involving braking system, aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction and/or wheel/tire size may change the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 210
ЉOffЉ button on the center of the instrument panel, and a "sliding car" icon in the instrument cluster. The "sliding car" in the instrument cluster icon will illuminate temporarily during start-up as part of a normal system self-check, or during driving if a driving situation causes the 210 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 211
Control works to limit drive-wheel spin by momentarily reducing engine power. Brake Traction Control works to limit wheel spin by momentarily applying the brakes to the wheel that is slipping. Traction Control is most active at low speeds. in the During Traction Control events the "sliding car" icon - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 212
in the roadway. ESC operates by applying brakes to one or more of the wheels individually and, if necessary, reducing engine power car" icon in the instrument cluster will flash. Certain adverse driving maneuvers may activate the Electronic Stability Control system, which include but are not limited - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 213
Driving If you switch off the AdvanceTrac system the AdvanceTrac "Off" button will illuminate and the sliding carЉ icon will illuminate steadily. Pressing the AdvanceTrac ЉOffЉ button again will turn off the lighted button and the Љsliding carЉ icon . In R (Reverse), ABS and the Engine and Brake - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 214
Driving If the steering wanders or pulls, check for: an improperly inflated tire uneven tire wear loose or worn suspension components loose or worn steering components improper steering alignment AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 215
Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working. WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. WARNING: If the parking brake is fully - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 216
Driving P (Park) This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels from turning. To put your vehicle in gear: • Press the brake pedal • Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear To put your vehicle in P (Park): • Come to a complete stop • Move the gearshift lever and securely - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 217
driving experience in hilly terrain or mountainous areas by providing additional grade (engine) braking and extends lower gear operation on uphill climbs. • Provides additional engine braking through the automatic transmission shift strategy which reacts to vehicle inputs (vehicle acceleration - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 218
Driving • The O/D OFF lamp in the instrument cluster will not be illuminated. • The transmission will operate in gears one through six. O/D (overdrive mode) is automatically returned each time the key is turned off. L (Low) • Provides maximum engine braking. • Will downshift to the lowest available - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 219
Driving The RSS detects obstacles up to six feet (two meters) from the rear RSS off in any gear, the ignition must be on. An indicator light on the control will illuminate when the system is turned off. If the indicator light illuminates when the RSS is not turned off, it may indicate a failure - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 220
front and rear axles could cause the AWD system to stop functioning and default to front wheel drive. Note: Your AWD vehicle is not intended for off-road use. The AWD feature gives your vehicle some limited off-road capabilities in which driving surfaces are relatively level, obstruction-free and - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 221
stopping between shifts, in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Your vehicle is equipped with brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer. WARNING: Do not spin the wheels - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 222
change in the way the vehicle responds to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or braking). Again, avoid these abrupt inputs. AWD Systems (if equipped) AWD uses all four wheels to power the vehicle. This increases traction, enabling you to drive because vehicle momentum can work against you and cause - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 223
slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you are driving in mud. Even AWD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud. As when you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your wheels. If the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 224
control. Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on snow and ice. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop. Avoid sudden braking as well. Although an AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 225
than the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars) or the bottom of the hubs (for trucks). When driving through water, traction or brake capability may be limited. Also, water may enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your engine or your vehicle may stall. Driving through deep water where the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 226
Owner Guide portfolio. Roadside assistance will cover: • a flat tire change with a good spare (except vehicles that have been supplied with a tire inflation kit) • battery jump start • lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer's responsibility) • fuel delivery - Independent Service - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 227
the card is found in the Customer Information Guide in the glove compartment. U.S. Ford, Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers who require other motorists. Note: With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery. FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 228
the key to the off position. 6. Make another check for leaks. FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 229
Emergencies Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating 2A 3A 4A 5A 7.5A 10A 15A 20A 25A 30A 40A 50A 60A 70A 80A Mini fuses Grey Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Natural Green - - - - - Standard fuses Grey Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Natural Green - - - - - Maxi fuses - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 230
the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location 1 2 3 Fuse Amp Rating 30A 15A 15A Protected Circuits Smart window motor Brake on/off switch, High-mounted brake lamp SDARS, Bluetooth, Family entertainment system (FES)/Rear seat control Not - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 231
5A 10A Protected Circuits Low beam headlamps (right) Interior lights, Cargo lamps Backlighting, Puddle lamps All wheel drive Memory seat/mirror switches, Memory module FEPS module Analog Not used (spare) Restraint control module AWD module Steering rotation sensor, FEPS, Rear park assist, Heated - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 232
Classification Sensor (OCS), Passenger Airbag Deactivation Indicator (PADI) Power windows Delayed accessory relay 42 43 44 45 10A 10A 10A 5A 46 7.5A 47 main electrical systems from overloads. WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. WARNING: To reduce risk of - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 233
* 20A** 20A** - Power Circuits SPDJB power SPDJB power Front wipers Not used Not used Not used Engine cooling fan Not used Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)/AdvanceTrac pump Starter Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relay ABS/AdvanceTrac valve Power point (instrument panel) Power point (2nd row) Not used - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 234
20A** 15A** - - - - 30A* 20A* - 40A* 1A Diode 1A Diode 10A** 10A** - G8VA relay G8VA relay G8VA relay Power Circuits Power point (console) Alternator Not used Not used Rear defroster Power seat motors (passenger) Heated seat module PCM Keep alive power, Canister vent A/C clutch relay Not used Backup - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 235
deactivate switch, Mass air flow sensor, CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease the vehicle's speed. • hold the steering wheel wheels equipped with tire pressure monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle. Have a flat serviced - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 236
-size dissimilar spare with label on wheel: This spare tire has a label on the wheel that states: "THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FOR TEMPORARY USE ONLY" When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires spare tire at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire 236 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 237
lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability • All-Wheel driving capability (if applicable) • Load leveling adjustment (if applicable - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 238
turning it counterclockwise, remove the jack kit from the vehicle. 4. Remove the jack and the wrench from the felt bag. Fold down the wrench socket to use to loosen the lug nuts and to operate the jack. Tire change procedure WARNING: When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transmission - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 239
but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. WARNING: To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire. 239 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 240
Roadside Emergencies 3. Put the jack in the jack notch next to the tire you are changing. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. Note: DO NOT LIFT ON THE PLASTIC MOLDING, as this could damage the molding. ONLY LIFT ON THE SHEET METAL - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 241
as shown to ensure that the locating holes in the jack base can be placed on the locating tabs of the jack mounting bracket in the spare tire tub. 2. Securely close the wrench compartment and the jack bag using the VELCRO strips. 3. Place the jack kit on the angled bracket in the spare tire tub - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 242
remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel. Ensure that any fasteners that attach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do not interfere with the mounting surfaces - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 243
around the wheel pilot surface (1) with end of finger. DO NOT apply grease to lugnut/stud holes or wheel-to-brake surfaces. JUMP STARTING WARNING: The gases around the battery can explode . Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts. 243 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 244
surges. Turn all other accessories off. Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) 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 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 245
of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle's engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. WARNING: Do not connect the end of the second cable to the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 246
three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 247
Roadside Emergencies 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle's battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle's battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 248
is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift equipment, it is recommended that the front wheels (drive wheels) be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the automatic transmission. On AWD vehicles, it is required that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 249
) can be flat towed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: • Vehicle is facing forward so that it is being towed in a forward direction. • Place the transmission in N (Neutral). Refer to Brake shift interlock in the Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 250
) Online Additional information and resources are available online at www.genuineservice.com. • U.S. dealer locator by Dealer Name, City/State, or Zip Code • Owner Guides • Maintenance Schedules • Recalls • Ford Extended Service Plans • Ford Genuine Accessories • Service specials and promotions. 250 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 251
the Sales Manager, Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager. 3. If you require assistance or clarification on Ford Motor Company policies, please contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center In order to help you serve you better, please have the following information available when contacting - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 252
or safety of the vehicle) OR 3. The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of more than 30 calendar days consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address: Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 253
parts - mediation and arbitration. During mediation, a representative of the BBB will contact both you and Ford the BBB will review the claim for Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673. Note: Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 254
you and Ford of Canada. CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces. For more information, without charge or obligation, call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1-800-207-0685. FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 255
If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearest authorized dealer. If the authorized dealer cannot help you, contact: FORD MOTOR COMPANY FORD EXPORT OPERATIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business Park - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 256
dealer or by writing to: Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited Service Publications CHQ202 The Canadian Road P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, ON, Canada L6J 5E4 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 257
Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42) which is available from your authorized dealer. • Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car (ZC-15), available from your authorized dealer. Apply the product as you would a wax to clean bumpers and other chrome parts; allow the cleaner - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 258
paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowl area. The paint sealant will "gray" or stain the parts over time. PAINT CHIPS Your authorized dealer has touch - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 259
The high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other -PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your authorized dealer. 259 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 260
spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42 hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellent coatings, Glass Cleaner (ZC-23), available from your authorized dealer. fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts. If you cannot remove those streaks after cleaning - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 261
or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the this cloth to clean the area by using a rubbing motion for 60 seconds. 5. Following this, wipe area dry with a clean, white cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet & - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 262
commercially available color or dye transfer can occur when wet clothing comes in contact with leather upholstery. If this occurs, the leather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent staining. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 263
CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available quality: Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42) Motorcraft Car Wash (Canada only) (ZC-11-A) Motorcraft Leather Care Kit (U.S. only) (ZC-11-D) Motorcraft Detail Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 263 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 264
(such as cigarettes) away from the battery and all fuel related parts. Working with the engine off 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels. Working with the engine on 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 265
Maintenance and Specifications OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel near the steering column. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 266
IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.5L V6 ENGINE 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Battery 5. Power distribution box 6. Air filter assembly 7. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine oil filler cap 10. Windshield - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 267
the reservoir if the level is low. In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16-A2. Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash. They may cause squeaking, chatter noise - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 268
Maintenance and Specifications CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper blade and arm on level ground. 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 4. Open the hood. Protect - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 269
Maintenance and Specifications 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is within this range, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this mark, - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 270
it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. If the engine oil and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification trademark. Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 271
water during its life of service. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and dry. Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 272
do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery, always shield your face and protect is swallowed, call a physician immediately. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 273
of -34°F (-36°C). Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester. The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir. If the level falls below, add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 274
of coolant falls below 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. A 50/50 mixture of coolant COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 275
you spill coolant on hot engine parts. WARNING: Do not put engine colored, extended life coolant such as Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant, meeting Ford vehicle service location. In this instance, the cooling system must be drained and COLD level. For all other vehicles which have a 275 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 276
the proper coolant mixture, to within the COLD FILL RANGE or the FULL COLD level on the reservoir. If you removed drains and additions to obtain a 50/50 coolant concentration. Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 277
Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available you drive in extremely cold climates (less than -34°F [-36°C]): • It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50%. • NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. • Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 278
steering and braking effort to increase. Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to minimize engine damage. When fail-safe mode is activated You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive the - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 279
brake assist, which may increase the possibility of a crash service facility. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible. FUEL FILTER Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 280
Maintenance and Specifications WARNING: Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. WARNING: Gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent. Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials and any open - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 281
WARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others: Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; Turn off your engine when you are refueling; Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle; Keep - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 282
consists of an engine start-up (after four or more hours with the engine off) followed by city and highway driving. or "check fuel cap" Continuing to drive with the check fuel cap light light to turn on as well. message on may cause the If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 283
in personal injury. Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximum of 10% ethanol. Do not use fuel ethanol (E85), concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 284
problems to become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your authorized dealer. Do not add aftermarket fuel available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated "cleaner-burning" gasolines to improve air - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 285
tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty. The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 286
. Driving style - good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a eliminate the need to stop. • Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down gradually. • Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 55 mph [88 km - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 287
vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 8-10 miles (12-16 km) of driving. • Driving on flat terrain - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 288
than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability. WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 289
time the engine is started. A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving. No additional vehicle service is required. indicator remains on, have your vehicle If the service engine soon serviced at the first available opportunity. Although some malfunctions - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 290
not working test if the service engine soon properly (bulb is serviced, or the battery has recently run down or been replaced, the OBD-II system may indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To determine if the vehicle is ready for I/M testing the above driving cycle. The engine must - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 291
Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not consume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not working properly, i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you notice - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 292
on a level surface and engage the parking brake. 3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal, start the engine and move the in the designated areas for normal operating temperature. Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is in the add range or does - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 293
Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the air filter element listed. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 294
Maintenance and Specifications Changing the air filter element 1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover. 2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. 3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 295
and Specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Engine air filter element Battery Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs changing the spark plugs. Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 296
Specification PM-1-C / WSS-M6C62-A or WSS-M6C65-A1 Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Multi-Purpose Grease XG-4 or XL-5 / ESA-M1C93-B XL-1 / None XT-5-QM / MERCON V XY-80W90-QL / WSP-M2C197-A XY-75W140-QL / WSL-M2C192-A - MAINTENANCE - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 297
Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor colored)4 Between MAX and Motorcraft Power steering fluid MIN on reservoir MERCON V ATF Motorcraft Premium Top-off fluid as Windshield washer fluid Windshield Washer needed Concentrate Capacity Ford Part Number / Ford - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 298
298 Capacity Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number / Ford Specification - - Items Fuel tank 20.5 gallons (77.6L) AWD, PZEV AWD and PZEV FWD 20.0 gallons (75.7L) (FWD) 1 Maintenance and Specifications Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes. Automatic - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 299
Maintenance and Specifications ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system Compression ratio Engine drivebelt routing 3.5L-DOHC V6 engine 214 87 octane 1-4-2-5-3-6 0.052-0.056 inch (1.32-1.42 mm) Coil on plug 10.3:1 1. Short drivebelt is on first pulley - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 300
. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure (B-Pillar) by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge of the driver's door. Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel. Please note that - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 301
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following information: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint System 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 302
Ford Accessories. Not all accessories are available for all models. For a complete listing of the accessories that are available for your vehicle, please contact your dealer or visit our online store at: www.fordaccessories.com. Exterior style Bug shields Moonroof deflector Side window deflector - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 303
Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight service technician anti-lock braking systems, amateur - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 304
291 fluid, checking ...291 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ...36 B Battery ...271 304 acid, treating emergencies ...271 jumping a disabled battery ...243 maintenance-free ...271 replacement, specifications ...295 servicing ...271 Belt-Minder ...134 Booster seats ...167 Brakes ...207 anti-lock ...207 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 305
parts ...259 washing ...257 waxing ...258 wheels ...258 wiper blades ...260 Climate control (see Air service points ...266 starting after a collision ...227 Engine block heater ...205 Engine oil ...268 change oil soon warning, message center ...268 checking and adding ...268 dipstick ...268 filter - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 306
cooling ...278 Fluid capacities ...296 Fog lamps ...55 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles driving off road ...220 Fuel ...279 calculating fuel economy ...86, /maintenance (I/M) testing ...290 Instrument panel ...67 cleaning ...261 cluster ...12 lighting up panel and interior ...56 J Jack ...235 positioning - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 307
lamps ...58, 60 replacing bulbs ...60-61, 64 LATCH anchors ...162 Liftgate ...105 Lights, warning and indicator ...12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...208 Load limits ...192 Locks autolock ...98 childproof ...101 doors ...97 Lubricant specifications ...296 Lug nuts ...242 Lumbar support, seats ...118 - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 308
keyless entry system ...110 SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ...111 Servicing your vehicle ...264 Setting the clock AM/FM single CD ...23 AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ...30 SOS Post Crash Alert ...153 Spare tire (see Changing the Tire) ...238 Spark plugs, specifications ...295, 299 Specification chart - 2009 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 309
, Wheels and Loading ...186 Tires ...171-172, 235 alignment ...179 care ...175 changing 296 lubricant specifications ...296 Transmission ...214 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...214 fluid, vehicle ...205 W Warning lights (see Lights) ...12 Washer fluid ...267 Water, Driving through ...225 Windows power
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Introduction
4
Instrument Cluster
12
Warning lights and chimes
12
Gauges
16
Entertainment Systems
18
How to get going
18
AM/FM stereo with CD
22
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD
29
Auxiliary input jack (Line in)
36
USB port
38
Satellite radio information
42
Navigation system
45
SYNC
°
45
Climate Controls
46
Manual heating and air conditioning
46
Automatic temperature control
48
Rear window defroster
53
Lights
54
Headlamps
54
Turn signal control
58
Bulb replacement
59
Driver Controls
65
Windshield wiper/washer control
65
Steering wheel adjustment
66
Power windows
69
Mirrors
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Speed control
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Moon roof
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Message center
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Table of Contents
1
2009 Taurus
(500)
Owners Guide
(own2002)
, 3rd Printing
USA
(fus)