2011 Ford Taurus Owner Guide 3rd Printing
2011 Ford Taurus Manual
2011 Ford Taurus manual content summary:
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51 51 54 56 60 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement 62 62 68 70 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Adaptive cruise control Moon roof 76 76 77 83 85 87 89 99 1 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 2
Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 107 107 115 131 Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints 138 138 157 171 186 Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire information Tire inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 3
Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data 320 329 331 334 338 340 346 364 368 369 372 Accessories Ford Extended Service Plan Scheduled Maintenance Normal scheduled - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 4
website: • In the United States: www.ford.com • In Canada: www.ford.ca • In Australia: www.ford.com.au • In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx Additional owner information is given in separate publications. This Owner's Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 5
to give the moving parts a chance to break in. Drive your new vehicle at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 5 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 6
New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty 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. WARNING: Please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 7
driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the brake pedal; and • How fast the vehicle was travelling; and • Where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. This data can the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. 7 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 8
connected cell phone, disclose to emergency services that the vehicle has been in a crash involving the deployment of an airbag or, in certain vehicles, the limited to, cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, text messaging devices and portable two-way radios. 8 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 9
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. Refer to this Owner's Guide for all other required information and warnings. 9 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 10
Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 10 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 11
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 Tire Pressure Warning 11 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 12
. However, if after 15 seconds the ЉService engine soonЉ light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. See the Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 12 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 13
Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated. 13 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 14
Instrument Cluster Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned to on, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will sound when there is a malfunction in the indicator light. Safety belt: Reminds you - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 15
active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information. AdvanceTrac/Traction Control™ off light: Illuminates when assist function has been turned on, refer to the Driving chapter. 15 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 16
to Adaptive cruise control in the Driver Controls chapter for more information. Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged or when the ACC is engaged without following a vehicle. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged or when the ACC is activated. Anti-theft system - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 17
will illuminate on the windshield in certain instances when using adaptive cruise control and/or the collision warning system. It will also illuminate momentarily when you start your vehicle to make sure the display works. See the Driving chapter for more information. Key-in-ignition warning chime - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 18
the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. 18 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 19
systems and will alert you to potential vehicle problems Press RESET until it resets. drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions. Remember to turn the ignition off when refueling to allow this feature to correctly detect the added fuel. 19 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 20
moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy. When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows ↓, one or no bars illuminated. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset. TIMER Timer displays the trip elapsed drive time. 20 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 21
through the following features: RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK When this message appears, press RESET and the message center will begin to cycle through the following systems and provide a status of maintenance schedule. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. 21 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 22
. Press RESET to change the sensitivity setting from high sensitivity to low sensitivity . COLLISION WARN CHIME (if equipped) This feature warns the driver of a possible collision. See Collision warning system in the Driving chapter for more information. 22 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 23
kit in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for more information on the expiration date. Press the RESET control to choose the proper expiration date in years. CREATE MYKEY / MYKEY SETUP/ CLEAR MYKEY For more information refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter. 23 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 24
Press and hold RESET for two seconds to set the language choice. System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle's operating systems. In the , contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 24 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 25
as possible. POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT - The power steering system has disabled power steering assist due to a system error; service is required. SERVICE POWER STEERING - The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service. 25 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 26
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. BLIND SPOT NOT AVAILABLE (if equipped) - Displayed when blind spot information system is not available. See Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic Alert in the Driving chapter. 26 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 27
setting using the steering wheel control button. CRUISE OVERRIDE (if equipped) - Displayed when the accelerator pedal is being pressed while ACC is active. CRUISE NOT AVAILABLE (if equipped) - Displayed when a system malfunction is preventing ACC from engaging. CRUISE MALFUNCTION (if equipped - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 28
. Refer to Push button start system in the Driving chapter for more information. ACCESSORY POWER ACTIVE (if equipped) - Displayed when the vehicle is in the accessory ignition state. STARTING SYSTEM FAULT (if equipped) - This message is displayed when there is a problem with your vehicle's starting - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 29
when the AdvanceTrac system has detected a condition that requires service. ACTIVE PARK FAULT (if equipped) - Displayed when a fault has occurred with the active park assist system. Refer to Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. 29 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 30
active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. ACTIVE PARK FINISHED (if equipped) - May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. 30 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 31
on before the 12 second chime expires. See Perimeter alarm system in the Locks and Security chapter. SERVICE TIRE MOBILITY KIT (if equipped) - Displayed when the tire mobility kit requires service. See your authorized dealer for more information. 31 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 32
until either front door is opened. Note: Your vehicle is equipped with a unique audio system. If your display shows six small circles in the display, your audio system is a CD6 system (six disc changer). If not, your system is a single CD system. 32 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 33
then begin from that time. Note: If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to Setting the clock in your Navigation supplement. AM/FM Radio / VOL (Power/Volume): Press to turn the a brief sampling of all strong radio stations. 33 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 34
local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/ are fewer than 10 strong stations, the system will store the last one in the AUTO PRESET ON and press OK. RDS Radio Available only in FM mode. This feature allows 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 35
disc, label side up. The system will prompt you to load discs for the remaining available slots. Insert the discs, one system will reload the disc. To auto eject all loaded discs- Press and hold EJECT. The system will eject all discs and prompt you when to remove them. 35 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 36
Album (AL), Folder (FL), Song (SO) and Artist (AR) in the display, if available. In TEXT MODE: Sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed. When the < / finished playing. The system will only shuffle the disc currently playing. 36 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 37
category. MEMORY PRESETS (0-9): There are 30 available presets, 10 each for SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To save satellite channels in your memory presets, tune to the desired channel then press and hold a memory preset number (0-9) until sound returns. 37 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 38
to seek all available SIRIUS categories system will alert you with an audible prompt. Press OK while SONG ALERT is in the display and the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song. You can save up to 20 song titles. If you attempt to save more than 20 38 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 39
replace, press OK. SONG REPLACED will appear in the display. b. DELETE A SONG: Press OK to delete a song from the system to delete all song's from the system's memory. The display will read ARE radio channel. (The system default is disabled.) SONG is 1234) and the system will lock/unlock the channel - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 40
and the system will unlock all channels and the display will read CHANNEL UNLOCKED. d. RESET PIN: Press OK when RESET PIN to adjust the audio between the left BALANCE: Press SEEK (L) and right (R) speakers. SEEK to adjust the audio between the back 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 41
. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving. 41 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 42
. You should hear audio from your portable music player, although it may be low. 7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls. 42 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 43
Entertainment Systems Troubleshooting: 1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving. 43 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 44
support this feature. For further information on this feature, refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC supplement or Navigation System supplement. GENERAL AUDIO lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 45
may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information. Audio system warranty and service Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician. 45 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 46
modes for MP3 disc playback: MP3 track mode (system default) and MP3 folder mode. For more be less depending on the structure of the CD and exact model of radio present. • MP3 folder mode represents a folder navigation through the disc files. 46 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 47
, regardless of being in a specific folder). In folder mode, the system will only play the .mp3 files in the current folder. Satellite radio broadcasts a variety of music, news, sports, weather, traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels. For 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 48
subscription based satellite radio service 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 - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 49
produce audio for shortly. the selected channel. Internal module or If this message does not system failure clear within a short period present. 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 - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 50
Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working system with special phone and media features. For more information, please refer to the SYNC supplement or to the SYNC section in the Navigation System supplement (if equipped). 50 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 51
. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents, and de-mister vents. : Distributes air through the floor vents. 51 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 52
the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been "aired out." • A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the air distribution setting that is selected. 52 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 53
the P (Park) position to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system. For maximum cooling performance in MAX A/C mode: • panel or panel/floor modes: • Move temperature control to the coolest setting. • Select A/C and (recirculated air) to provide 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 54
window fogging. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents, rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents. : Distributes air through the floor vents and rear seat floor vents. 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 55
manually in (defrost). When the ignition switch is any airflow mode except turned off and back on, the climate system will return to the recirculated air mode only if the A/C button LED is illuminated and the air (panel) or (panel/floor . 55 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 56
the climate control system. When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle. Turn to increase/decrease the air temperature on the fan speed. DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (NAVIGATION BASED - IF EQUIPPED) 56 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 57
touch screen. 9. AUTO: Press to engage full automatic operation. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow distribution, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature. 57 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 58
to activate/deactivate the climate control system. When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle air through the instrument panel vents. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents, rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents. 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 59
build-up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the system off or with recirculated air engaged. • Do not 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. • To improve the - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 60
remove decals from the inside of the rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 60 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 61
entering the system. Running the system without a filter in place could result in degradation or damage to the system. For replacement intervals, refer to the Scheduled Maintenance chapter. For more information regarding your filter, see your authorized dealer. 61 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 62
to • 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 Turn the ignition on and then back to off. 62 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 63
Lights beams (if equipped) During nighttime driving, the automatic high beam system automatically turns on your high beams if system is set to ON in the (autolamps). The message center. The headlamp switch is in automatic high beam system has not turned the high beams on. 63 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 64
and/or checking the status of the automatic high beam system can be performed using the message center. See Message ambient light level is low enough that high beams are needed. • Vehicle speed must be greater than 32 mph (51 km/h). • Severe weather 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 65
. • The battery voltage is out of normal range. Troubleshooting If the automatic manually turned on with the multi-function lever. Typical road dust, dirt and water spots will not affect the automatic high beam system's performance. However, in cold or inclement weather 65 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 66
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. 66 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 67
or • Press and hold at the first position the top or bottom of the control until the desired lighting level is reached. • Press and hold the top of the control to the full on position to headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood. 67 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 68
will need to be adjusted. For vehicles with HID headlamps: There is a distinct cut-off (change from light to dark) in the left portion of the beam pattern. The top edge of this cut-off should signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal. 68 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 69
The ambient lighting control is located in the center console storage area. • To activate, press and release the left side of the control to cycle through the color choices plus the off state. • Press the right side of the control to adjust color intensity. 69 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 70
for North America and an "E" for Europe to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time. 70 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 71
bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. Replacing headlamp (low/high beam) bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the hood. 2. Reach in behind the headlamp assembly to access the bulbs and connectors. 71 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 72
base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing out of the bulb socket. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. 72 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 73
Lights Replacing rear brake/tail/turn and sidemarker lamp bulbs The brake/tail/turn and side marker lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace straight from the socket. Install new bulb(s) in reverse order. 73 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 74
Lights Replacing backup lamp bulbs The backup lamp bulbs are located in the deck lid assembly. 1. Make pull it out of the lamp assembly. 4. Disconnect the wire harness connector from the bulb/socket. 5. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 74 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 75
. Install new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing supplemental park lamp bulbs Your vehicle is equipped with an LED supplemental park lamp. It is designed to last the life of the vehicle. If replacement is required, it is recommended that you see your authorized dealer. 75 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 76
wipers will vary based on the amount of depending on humidity, mist or light rain, or road spray. Keep affected. Note: During winter driving conditions with ice, snow or high-speed wiping or turning the wiper system off. Note: The wipers must be 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 77
dry windshield, always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper blades are not frozen to wheel in place, pull the lever up to its original position to lock the steering column. WARNING: Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. 77 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 78
release area on the rear edge of the bin door to open the storage compartment. The door will open to the full open position. 78 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 79
(CID). The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual calibration may be necessary. Refer to Compass calibration the CID. 79 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 80
electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, drive the vehicle in a circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until the CAL display changes to the direction value (N, S, E, W, etc.). It may take up to five circles to complete calibration. 4. The compass is now calibrated. 80 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 81
features of the center console may be different than show based on your vehicle's option level. These include: • Cupholders • Utility compartment with audio input jack, USB port and power point • Pen holder best fit with the cup you are using. 81 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 82
the engine is not running, • do not leave battery chargers, video game adapters, computers and other devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked for extended periods. Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used. 82 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 83
) vent the moon roof. control can then be released and the windows will complete • The the opening operation and fully vent the moon roof. 83 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 84
to restore the window controls. Accessory 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. 84 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 85
gear from R (Reverse), the image will remain for a few seconds and then turn off. Refer to Rearview camera system in the Driving chapter. EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. 85 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 86
, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. Fold-away mirrors Fold the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, system. Refer to Blind spot mirrors or Blind spot information system (BLIS) with cross traffic alert (CTA) in the Driving chapter. 86 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 87
Restraints chapter. SPEED CONTROL With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. 87 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 88
SET -. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on. Note: • Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill. • If the vehicle to the previously set speed. 88 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 89
can deactivate the system at any time by either pressing the brake pedal or pressing the steering wheel ON/OFF control. In addition, the driver can temporarily increase the vehicle speed above the current speed by manually pressing on the accelerator pedal. 89 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 90
, drive safely and be in control of the vehicle at all times. The controls for using your cruise control are located on the steering wheel. 1. Press and release the ON control. The message center will display CRUISE ON RADAR READY. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 90 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 91
will display SET XXX MPH (your desired speed). 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. cruise indicator 5. The green light on the instrument cluster will illuminate if there are no vehicles ACC indicator light on the detected in front of you, while the yellow instrument cluster will illuminate - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 92
the ACC continues to brake. This is accompanied by the heads-up display; a red warning bar illuminating on the windshield. The driver should take immediate action. Note: The brakes may emit a sound when they are being modulated by the adaptive cruise control system. WARNING: Adaptive cruise control - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 93
be displayed in the message center. Disengaging the adaptive cruise control will not erase your previous set speed. Overriding adaptive cruise control WARNING: Whenever the driver is overriding the ACC by pressing the accelerator pedal, the ACC will not automatically apply the brakes to maintain - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 94
Driving chapter. Note: If ACC is applying brakes for an extended period of time, an audible alarm will sound, the head's up display will flash and ACC will shut down. This is to allow the brakes to cool down. When the brakes have cooled down, the ACC will again function normally. 94 2011 Taurus - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 95
a vehicle later than expected. Detection issues can occur: • When driving on a different line than the vehicle in front. • With vehicles that edge into your lane. These vehicles can only be detected once they have moved fully into your lane. 95 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 96
have the ACC radar checked for proper coverage and operation. ACC not available Several conditions exist which can cause ACC to deactivate or prevent ACC from activating this section. • A failure has occurred in the ACC system or related system. 96 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 97
potential collisions. Swirling water, or snow or ice on Do not use ACC in these the surface of the road may conditions because it may not when driving in sparse rural or desert environments. A false blocked condition will either self clear or clear after a key cycle. 97 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 98
control briefly Press and hold icon appears on until the voice the navigation display to use the voice command feature. to complete a voice Press command. For further information on the navigation system, refer to the Navigation System supplement. 98 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 99
exit phone mode or end hold a call. For further information on the Navigation system/SYNC system, refer to the Navigation System and SYNC supplements. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) The moon roof control is operation, press the control a second time. 99 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 100
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 transmitter. Refer to Power windows earlier in this chapter. 100 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 101
, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting. WARNING: When programming your HomeLink Wireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential injury or damage. 101 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 102
ignition switch to be turned to the accessory position for programming and/or operation of the HomeLink. It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter trained HomeLink button and observe the indicator light. 102 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 103
light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue replace Step 2 with the following: Note: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is advised to unplug the device during the "cycling" process to prevent overheating. 103 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 104
by the HomeLink. The indicator light will flash slowly and then HomeLinkா Wireless Control System To operate, simply press operator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.). For two outer HomeLink buttons until the indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 105
the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. TRUNK RELEASE To open the trunk from inside the vehicle: Press the trunk release button located on the instrument panel near the radio. 105 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 106
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. 106 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 107
replacements are available anti-theft system section later in this chapter. Note: Your vehicle's IKTs were issued with a security tag that provides important vehicle key cut information. It is recommended that you keep the tag in a safe place for future reference. 107 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 108
an unprogrammed key. If you lose one or both of your IA keys, replacements are available from your authorized dealer. For more information on programming replacement IA keys, refer to the SecuriLock passive anti-theft system section in this chapter. Note: Your vehicle's IA back-up keys were issued - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 109
limited volume. • The AdvanceTrac system cannot be turned off. When this optional setting is on, the MyKey user will not be able to deactivate the system. Note: It may be beneficial to deactivate the AdvanceTrac system if the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud or sand. 109 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 110
is equipped with remote start, see the Using MyKey with Remote Start Systems section. Note: The MyKey can be cleared within the same key VOLUME LIMIT OFF MYKEY ADVTRAC CTRL ON . 4. On any of the menus press RESET to highlight your choice with the . 110 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 111
Clear MyKey To reset all MyKeys as admin keys, do systems MyKey is not compatible with non-Ford approved aftermarket remote start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system please see your authorized dealer for a Ford approved remote start system. 111 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 112
will need to use your remote start system to reset all MyKeys as admin keys by doing the following: 1. Enter the vehicle, close all doors. 2. Remote start the vehicle using your remote start fob. 3. Follow Steps 1-4 in the Clear MyKey section. 112 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 113
Anti-Theft System is disabled or in unlimited mode. • Vehicle has been started using a remote start system that system that is programmed as a MyKey. Refer to MyKey with remote start systems section. 113 Cannot program the MyKey optional settings Cannot clear MyKey 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 114
in this chapter. • Vehicle has a remote start system that is recognized as an admin key. Refer to the Using MyKey with remote start systems section to reset all MyKeys as admin keys. • An admin additional key MyKey miles do not accumulate 114 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 115
inside the vehicle, you can lock your vehicle using your keyless control on another IA key. Refer to Keyless entry keypad or using the entry system in this chapter for more information on keyless entry keypad operation. 115 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 116
place the IA key in the trunk, close the trunk, and rearm your perimeter alarm system by locking the vehicle using your keyless entry keypad or another IA key. For more information on /disable this feature: • Through your authorized dealer, 116 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 117
the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off or to accessory. Note: The doors will not autounlock if the vehicle has been electronically locked after the ignition is turned off and before the driver door is opened. 117 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 118
short and one long chirp) if autounlock was activated. 7. Turn the ignition off. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. 118 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 119
the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment. Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle. 119 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 120
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 . Small children are particularly at risk. 120 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 121
SYSTEM The intelligent access keys (IA key) comply with part : • weather conditions, anti-theft system. problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take ALL intelligent access keys with you to the authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem. 121 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 122
compartment or in the trunk. Refer to Push button start system in the Driving chapter. Unlocking the doors/two stage unlock 1. Press and release to unlock the driver's door. Note: The interior lamps and turn signal lamps will illuminate. 122 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 123
will flash. The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature; this feature turns on the lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. The battery saver feature will turn off the the alarm to time out in three minutes. 123 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 124
view. The remote entry system allows you to open the trunk while the ignition is in any position. However, if the ignition is on and the gearshift is in D (Drive), the trunk will only using the associated controls. • Vertically mounted 124 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 125
press the . 3. Repeat this procedure for another transmitter if desired. Replacing the battery The integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) or intelligent access key (IA key) uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. 125 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 126
replace the battery: 1. Remove the backup key from the transmitter, then twist a thin coin in the slot hidden behind the backup key slot to remove the battery cover. Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals or on the back surface of the circuit board. 126 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 127
illuminated entry system will turn off the lights if: • the ignition is turned on, or • the control on the transmitter is pressed, or • the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad, or • the vehicle is locked using the key in the driver door cylinder, or 127 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 128
of illumination. The lights will not turn off Accessory mode battery saver for intelligent access keys with push button start (if equipped) If you shut off the engine and leave the ignition in the on or accessory mode, the ignition will shut off after 30 minutes. 128 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 129
ENTRY SYSTEM The keypad, located near the driver's window, is invisible until touched and then it lights up the owner's wallet card in the glove box and is available from your authorized dealer. You can also create up to three driver 2 settings. 129 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 130
then unlock to confirm that your personal entry code has been programmed to the module. Tips: • Do not set a code that uses five of the same set 5-digit code will work. Anti-scan feature If the wrong code has been entered seven times (35 consecutive 130 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 131
purchased from your authorized dealer if desired. 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 and a loss of security protection. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 132
contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Replacement of integrated keyhead transmitters (IKT) or intelligent access keys Note: Your vehicle comes equipped with two integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) or two intelligent access keys. 132 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 133
intelligent access with push button start systems as well as a remote keyless new coded keys will need to be programmed. Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an available, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. 133 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 134
and will operate the remote entry system (if the new key is an integrated keyhead transmitter). The theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and not available, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. 134 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 135
maximum of four intelligent access keys can be programmed to your vehicle. If you would like to replace a previously programmed access key with a new access key, or if you already have four MyKey features, refer to MyKey in this chapter. 135 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 136
ALARM SYSTEM The perimeter alarm system will sound the horn. ARMING THE SYSTEM The system is ready to arm whenever the ignition is off. To arm the system, do one of the following: control within the 20-second, pre-armed mode will disarm the system. When fully armed (after the 20 sec pre-arm mode), - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 137
to make sure the alarm disarms. Perimeter alarm issues If there seems to be a potential perimeter alarm system problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL keys/remote entry transmitters are brought to your authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting. 137 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 138
'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. Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion. 138 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 139
seatback to an upright driving/riding position. 2. Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint. 3. Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust/release the head restraint to its full up position. 139 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 140
head restraint is a safety device. Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied. To remove the Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint down until it locks. 140 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 141
installed properly. 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 sudden stop or collision. 141 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 142
a collision or sudden stop. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. WARNING: system, resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor. 142 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 143
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 front portion to tilt the seat. Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. 143 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 144
stopping position will be set. To reset the seat to its normal stopping support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press one side of the control to adjust firmness. Press the other side of the control to adjust softness. 144 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 145
3. the power seat controls Note: The engine must be running or the vehicle must be in accessory mode to activate the seats. Note: Allow a few seconds for any selection to activate. Back select the top, middle, or bottom part of the seat back. 145 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 146
to the desired setting and then selecting the back or cushion massage setting. Note: The massage system will turn off after 20 minutes. Dual setting heated seats (if equipped) The heated seats will on the seat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly. 146 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 147
heat settings and off. Warmer settings are indicated by more indicator lights. Three-position heated and cooled seats (if equipped) Heated seats the various heat settings and off. Warmer settings are indicated by more indicator lights. If the engine falls below 350 rpm while the heated seats are - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 148
filters that must be replaced periodically. Refer to the Scheduled maintenance information for more information. • There is a filter located under each front seat. • The filter can be accessed from the rear of the seat. Move the front seat to full up to ease access. 148 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 149
filter. To install a filter: 1. First, position the filter in its housing making sure that the far forward end is all the way up in the housing. 2. Push in on the center of the outside edge of the filter and rotate up into the housing until it clips into position. 149 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 150
at any time. To program the memory feature to a remote entry transmitter, refer to Remote entry system in the Locks and Security chapter. A programmed memory position can be recalled: • in any gearshift (if easy entry feature is enabled). 150 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 151
or when the push button start system (if equipped) is put in accessory mode/started (refer to Push button start system in the Driving chapter). The easy entry feature can steel stems (2), • and two guide sleeve unlock/remove buttons (3). 151 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 152
minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly. Adjustable second row center head restraint Your vehicle is equipped with a head restraint in the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion. 152 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 153
the head restraint. 2. Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust/release button and pushing down on the head restraint. Properly adjust it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied. 153 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 154
. To reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint down until it locks. Properly adjust the head restraint so head restraint to its full up position. 154 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 155
minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly. Split-folding rear seat One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. 155 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 156
spilled on the seat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly. The rear seat heat controls are located on the rear of the center console. 156 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 157
heated seat module resets at every ignition airbag supplemental restraints. • Front outboard safety belts with pretensioners, energy management retractors (first row only), and safety belt usage sensors. • Driver's seat position sensor. • Front passenger sensing system 157 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 158
early in the crash event on the severity of the impact. This allows your Personal Safety System to distinguish between different levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of the dual-stage airbags and safety belt pretensioners. 158 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 159
detect whether or not the driver and front outboard passenger safety belts are fastened. This information allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the airbag deployment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage. 159 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 160
System serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. Safety restraints precautions WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 160 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 161
their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them. 161 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 162
fastened. The lap portion of the safety belt should fit snug and be positioned low across the hips. The shoulder portion of the safety belt should be positioned across the chest. Pregnant women should also follow this practice. See figure below. 162 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 163
, is installed in passenger front or rear seating positions. Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. 163 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 164
replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. Energy management feature - front outboard • This vehicle has a safety belt system belt webbing in a controlled manner. This helps reduce the belt force acting on the user's chest. 164 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 165
body at the start of the crash. WARNING: The driver and front passenger safety belt system (including retractors, buckles and height adjusters) must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in deployment of front airbags, seat-mounted side airbags and Safety Canopy System - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 166
the ignition is on ...Then...The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off. The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off. 166 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 167
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. 167 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 168
a few seconds to buckle up. Safety belts, when used properly, reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. "I'm not going far" "Belts are uncomfortable" "I was in a hurry" "Safety belts don't work" 168 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 169
Reasons given..."Traffic is light" Consider...Nearly 1 airbag system. Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minderா feature The driver and front passenger Belt Belt-Minder features must be disabled/enabled separately. Both cannot be disable/enabled during the same key cycle. 169 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 170
off, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt. • This will disable the Belt-Minder feature for that seating position if it is currently enabled. As confirmation, the safety belt warning light will flash four times per second for three seconds. 170 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 171
as a supplement to the safety belts. Airbags alone cannot protect as well as airbags plus safety belts in impacts for which the airbags are designed to deploy, and airbags do not offer any protection in crashes for which they do not deploy. 171 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 172
is greatest close to the trim covering the airbag module. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. WARNING: When possible, all children 12 years old and under - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 173
on or over the airbag module. Placing objects on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the airbag into your face and torso causing serious injury. WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) or its fuses - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 174
is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control. WARNING: Several airbag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. 174 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 175
and Safety Canopy. Refer to Seat-mounted side airbag system and Safety Canopy system later in this chapter. • one or more impact and safing sensors. • driver and front passenger safety belt pretensioner • a readiness light and tone. • diagnostic module. • the electrical wiring which connects the - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 176
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 a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front passenger seat. 176 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 177
seat. Occupant Pass Airbag Off Indicator Light Unlit Lit Passenger Airbag Disabled Disabled Disabled Empty seat Small child in child safety seat or booster Small child with safety Lit belt buckled or unbuckled Adult Unlit Enabled WARNING: Even with Advanced Restraints Systems, children 12 and - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 178
listed above may cause the weight of a properly seated occupant to be incorrectly interpreted by the passenger sensing system. The person in the front passenger seat may appear heavier or lighter due to the conditions described in the list above. 178 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 179
dealer. If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance chapter of this Owner's Guide. 179 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 180
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 of a collision. Seat-mounted side airbag system WARNING - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 181
service, repair, or modify the airbag SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided. How does the side airbag system - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 182
air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. WARNING: If the side airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again. The side airbag system (including the seat) must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer. If the airbag is not replaced - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 183
the doors (one on each side of vehicle). • A headliner designed to flex open above the side doors to allow Safety Canopy deployment. • The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags. 183 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 184
the restraints control module (RCM). The Safety Canopy system, in combination with safety belts, can help with children restrained using a properly installed child or booster seat because it system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. 184 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 185
an airbag (front, side, side curtain [if equipped] or Safety Canopy [if equipped]) or the safety belt pretensioners. The system can be turned off when any one of the following actions are taken by the driver or any other person: • pressing the hazard control button, 185 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 186
see Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags. based on probable child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety organizations or are the minimum requirements of law. Ford 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 187
Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or Recommended age a vehicle safety children longer properly fit in a belt having the lap belt-positioning booster seat belt snug and low (generally children who are at 187 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 188
the instructions and warnings provided by the vehicle manufacturer. A safety seat that is improperly installed or utilized, is inappropriate for your child's height, age, or weight or does not properly fit the child may increase the risk of serious injury or death. 188 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 189
injury or death. WARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They belt under a child's arm or behind the back because it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body the correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 190
that is recommended for the size and weight of the child. 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 - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 191
combination lap/shoulder belts: Note: Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat, the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child seat. 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 191 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 192
. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 192 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 193
, a slight lean towards the buckle will additionally help to remove remaining slack from the belt. 9. Attach the tether strap (if the child seat is equipped). Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter. 193 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 194
child seat. Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. See Attaching child safety seats with tether straps and Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children in this chapter for more information. 194 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 195
in the center using the lap/shoulder belt, OR you can use the LATCH lower anchors for the center child safety seat and the lap/shoulder belts for the other two child safety seats in the outboard positions. Use the tether anchors if applicable. 195 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 196
the safety belt or the LATCH lower anchors may be attached first, provided a proper installation is achieved. point called the top tether anchor. Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer of 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 197
child safety seat has been installed, using either the safety belt, the lower anchors of the LATCH system, or both, you can attach the top tether strap. If you install a child seat with rigid the correct anchor for the selected seating position. 197 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 198
safety seat owner 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, height and age AND if properly secured to the vehicle. 198 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 199
comfortably at the edge of the seat cushion? • Can the child sit without slouching? • Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? • Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest? • Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? 199 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 200
lap/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. 200 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 201
seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across the stomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the seat. Check with the booster seat manufacturer's instructions. 201 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 202
do not need to be replaced. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. For proper care of soiled safety belts, refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. 202 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 203
Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly or child restraint system under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 203 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 204
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 norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 205
Tires, Wheels and Loading WARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric tires]. 205 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 206
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-inflation or over-inflation may cause uneven treadwear patterns. 206 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 207
Tire Label. When weather temperature changes occur, 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. 207 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 208
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 repaired or replaced. For - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 209
high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process and may require tires to be replaced more frequently. You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used. 209 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 210
provided by Ford. The recommended tire and wheel size may be found wheels could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 210 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 211
be replaced as a pair. The tire pressure sensors mounted in the 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 Motor Company may affect the operation of your tire pressure monitoring system. If - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 212
or the rear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires and should be corrected by an authorized dealer. Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles and those with an independent rear suspension (if equipped) may require alignment of all four wheels. 212 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 213
tires and wheels. If you have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel it is intended for temporary use only and should not be used in a tire rotation. Note: After having your tires rotated, inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements. 213 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 214
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 tire - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 215
Tires, Wheels and Loading 7. H: Indicates the the plant code designating where it was manufactured, the next two are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built or AT: All Terrain, or AS: All Season. 215 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 216
Grades • Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. 13. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure: Indicates the 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 217
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) as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 217 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 218
for temporary service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. 2. size and other important information located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer section. 218 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 219
TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. 219 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 220
tire pressure monitoring system is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. serviced by an authorized dealer. The tire pressure should be checked periodically (at least monthly) using an accurate tire gauge, refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter. 220 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 221
on your vehicle. To restore the full functionality of the tire pressure monitoring system, have the damaged road wheel/tire repaired and remounted on your vehicle. For additional information, refer to Changing tires with a TPMS in this section. 221 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 222
When your temporary spare tire is installed in this section. If your tires are properly inflated and your spare tire is not in use and the light remains on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Spare tire in use TPMS malfunction 222 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 223
flat, repair as necessary.) Check air pressure in the road tires. If any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure. 223 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 224
same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can wheel house and/or body. Use of optional spike spider type traction devices or equivalent is also acceptable. • Do not install 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 225
Wheels and Loading SUMMER TIRES Your Taurus environmental conditions. If you must drive in those conditions, Ford recommends using Mud and Snow Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label: Base Curb Weight - is the weight aftermarket equipment. 225 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 226
built by the assembly plant. If any aftermarket or authorized-dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle, the weight of the available. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 226 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 227
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. 227 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 228
Tires, Wheels and Loading GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) - including vehicle curb weight Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR. 228 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 229
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. 229 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 230
handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing vehicles' braking system is rated for operation at GVWR, not at GCWR. limit: 1. Locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." on your vehicle's placard. 230 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 231
be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle weight by at least 240 lb. (104 kg). If you remove 3-100 lb. (45 kg) cement bags, then the load calculation would be: 1,400 - (2 x 220) - (9 x 100) = 1,400 - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 232
with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications. • Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing. Refer to Preparing to tow in this chapter. • Stay within your vehicle's load limits. • Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing. Refer to Driving while you - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 233
: Do not operate Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) when towing a trailer equipped with brakes. Aftermarket trailer brakes will not function properly when ACC is activated, which may lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of serious injury. 233 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 234
(80 km), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Do not apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become less effective. 234 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 235
N (Neutral). • Place the ignition in the accessory position (refer to Starting in the Driving chapter). • Do not exceed 65 mph (105 km/h) • Start the engine and allow it to run for five minutes at the beginning of each day and at each fuel stop. 235 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 236
temperature is normally reached after 10 minutes of moderate driving or idling. WARNING: Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. 236 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 237
vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts. For more information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure vehicle accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 237 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 238
Driving • Make sure the gearshift lever is in P (Park). 3. Turn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start). If your vehicle is equipped with a push button start system, refer to Push button start system in this section for ignition modes. Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 239
This allows electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. ACCESSORY POWER ACTIVE and PRESS BRAKE TO START will be displayed in the message center. Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information. 239 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 240
Driving 3. On - press and hold the START/STOP button for at least one second without applying the brake pedal. This will power your vehicle's electrical system and the warning lights rear package tray, near your audio speakers. It is not recommended 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 241
. Whenever a door is opened and then closed while the vehicle is running, the system will search for an IA key inside the vehicle and the message center will display NO inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. 241 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 242
instructions could result in property damage or physical injury. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters extension cords over a period of time. 242 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 243
Driving • To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged (cheater) adapters installed block heater system wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by an authorized dealer. 243 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA ( - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 244
Driving Refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for information on the brake system warning light. Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS). This system helps you maintain steering control during emergency - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 245
Driving Even when the ABS is disabled, normal braking is still effective. If your BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with the parking brake released, have your brake system serviced immediately. ! P BRAKE Brake over accelerator This vehicle is equipped with a brake over accelerator feature. In the - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 246
avoid drive-wheel spin and loss of traction. • Electronic stability control (ESC), which functions to help avoid skids or lateral slides. WARNING: Vehicle modifications involving braking system, aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction and/or wheel/tire size may change - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 247
start-up as part of a normal system self-check. The stability control light may illuminate (flash) during certain driving situation which cause the AdvanceTrac system to operate. If the stability control light illuminates steadily, have the system serviced by an 247 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 248
system will regain all features. Anti-lock braking and ESC will continue to function during the cool-down period. The engine traction control and brake traction control system may be deactivated in certain situations. See the Switching off AdvanceTrac section below. 248 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 249
about to skid or slide laterally. During ESC events the stability control light in the instrument cluster will flash. Certain adverse driving maneuvers may activate the ESC system, which include but are not limited to: • Taking a turn too fast • Maneuvering quickly to avoid an accident, pedestrian - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 250
Driving AdvanceTrac Features StabilMessage ity conMode center distrol off play light Turns System Initial- on dur- Nothing disization ing bulb played check TRACTION On ADVANCETRAC OFF Disabled Disabled Off ADVANCETRAC ON Enabled Enabled 250 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 251
Driving AdvanceTrac sport mode The AdvanceTrac system provides an available sport mode on some models. This can be selected utilizing the stability control off switch as shown in the table above. Sport mode is not intended for use on public roadways as this mode provides less AdvanceTrac system - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 252
Driving WARNING: If the message SERVICE POWER STEERING is displayed in the message center, the EPS system has detected a problem with the system function. On the next key cycle the message SERVICE POWER STEERING NOW will be displayed and steering assist will be removed until the steering system is - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 253
move the gearshift lever from P (Park). Note: For some markets this feature will be disabled. 1. Apply the parking brake. soon as possible if this procedure is used. WARNING: Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brake lamps are working. 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 254
engine while decelerating. This fuel economy benefit may be perceived as a light to medium braking sensation when removing your foot from the accelerator pedal. P (Park) This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels from turning. To put your vehicle in gear: • Press the brake - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 255
, accelerator pedal, brake pedal and vehicle speed). • Allows the transmission to select gears that will provide the desired engine braking based on you return to D (Drive) on flat terrain to provide the best fuel economy and transmission function. 255 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 256
maximum engine braking • Will downshift to the lowest available gear for the current vehicle speed; allows for for use under extended or normal driving conditions and results in lower light to medium braking sensation when removing your foot from the accelerator pedal. 256 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 257
Driving P (Park) This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels from turning. To put your in this position. D (Drive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission operates in gears one through six. 257 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 258
off the steering wheel. 1. To manually downshift the transmission with the gearshift lever in M (Manual), press the paddle shifters forward. 2. To manually upshift the transmission with the gearshift lever in M (Manual), pull the paddle shifters rearward. 258 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 259
Driving Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating understand the limitations of the reverse sensing system as weather may also affect the function of the RSS; this may include reduced performance or a false activation. 259 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 260
three seconds. Once the system detects an object approaching, the tone will sound again. While receiving a warning, the radio volume will be reduced to a predetermined level. After the warning goes away, the radio will return to the previous value. 260 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 261
To use the camera system, place the transmission in R (Reverse); an image will display in the rear view mirror or on the navigation screen (if equipped). The area displayed on the screen may vary according to the vehicle orientation and/or road condition. 261 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 262
and non-abrasive cleaner. Note: If the camera system image is not clear or seems distorted, it may be covered with water droplets, snow, mud or any other substance. If this occurs, clean the camera lens before using the rear view camera system. 262 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 263
lamp lighting to produce an image. Therefore it is necessary that both reverse lamps are operating in order to get a clear image in the dark. If either of the lamps are not operating, stop using the camera system, at least in the dark, until the lamp(s) are replaced and functioning. Servicing • If - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 264
a red warning light located above the dashboard and an audible warning chime. The brake support assists the driver in reducing the collision speed, by pre-charging the brakes. WARNING: This system is designed to be a supplementary driving aid. It is not intended to replace the driver's attention - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 265
Driving Collision warning system limitations . • Severe weather conditions (see wheel and pedal movements are large (very active driving system's brake support system will not function. The following table lists possible causes and actions for this message being displayed. 265 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 266
recommends using the highest sensitivity setting where possible. Setting lower sensitivity would lead to fewer and later system warnings. Refer to the Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for instructions on reducing the sensitivity. 266 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 267
changing lanes. BLIS is not a replacement for careful driving and only an assist. The BLIS Drive) or N (Neutral) the system will enter the CTA mode (see CTA operation below). Once shifted back into D (Drive) the BLIS mode will activate once driven above 3 mph (5 km/h). 267 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 268
Driving radar sensors each located rearward of the rear wheels hidden behind the bumper fascia. Do not turn signal is activated. BLIS detection limitations: Due to the nature of radar very fast rates • Severe weather conditions • When several vehicles 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 269
shoulder before backing out of a parking space. CTA is not a replacement for careful driving and only an assist. The CTA system detects vehicles approaching up to 45 feet (14 meters) away. helps to increase the sensor coverage and effectiveness. 269 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 270
Driving CTA coverage also decreases when parking at shallow angles (refer to figure for approximate zone coverage areas [sensor obstructed for vehicle on left]). CTA detection limitations km/h) • Severe weather conditions • Driving in reverse faster 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 271
or CROSS TRAFFIC NOT AVAILABLE warning and the appropriate left and/or right exterior mirror alert indicator will illuminate. The message center warning may be cleared by the driver but the exterior mirror alert indicator will remain illuminated. 271 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 272
not a replacement for careful driving and only an assist. Once the blockage is removed, the system will require some driving time and detection of at least two vehicle objects prior to resetting or either self clear or clear after a key cycle. 272 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 273
the AWD system has overheated and defaulted to front wheel drive. This condition may occur if the vehicle was operated in extreme conditions with excessive wheel slip, such as deep sand. To resume normal AWD function as soon as possible, stop the vehicle in a safe 273 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 274
AWD OFF message will turn off when the system cools and normal AWD function returns. 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 steering wheel too 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 275
, vehicle rollover and/or personal injury. Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel. • In the event of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements. 275 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 276
your wheels. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle. If the engine, transmission, AWD system components or axles are submerged in water, their fluids should be checked and changed, if necessary. 276 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 277
responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by "treading lightly." Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 278
wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS), do not "pump" the brakes. Refer to the Brakes section of this chapter for additional information on the operation of the anti-lock brake system. WARNING: If you are driving you regain control of the vehicle. 278 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 279
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 - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 280
roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24-hours, seven days a week • for the coverage period listed - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 281
from the U.S. coverage. Please refer to your Warranty Guide or visit our website at www.ford.ca for information on Canadian services and benefits. Canadian customers who need to obtain : With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery. 281 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 282
. Ford Motor Company recommends that the fuel system be replacing any electrical components. Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire. 282 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 283
Green - - - - - Maxi fuses - - - - - - - Yellow - Green Orange Red Blue Tan Natural Cartridge Fuse link maxi cartridge fuses - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Blue Blue Natural Natural Pink Pink Green Green Red Red Yellow Yellow - Brown Black Black 283 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 284
compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 284 keypad Turn signals, Hazard flashers Low beam headlamps (left) 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 285
Circuits Low beam headlamps (right) Interior lights, Cargo lamps Switch illumination, Puddle lamps All- wheel drive (AWD) module Intelligent access (IA) module Memory seats, Mirrors, Keypad, IA receiver, Driver's door module Navigation display, Memory seat, SYNC, Center information display - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 286
) Airbag module Not used (spare) Anti-lock brake system (ABS), Electronic power steering Rear heated seats, AWD, Rear park assist, Steering angle sensor, Blind spot information system, Multi-contour seats Passive anti-theft system (PATS) Not used (spare) Subwoofer, Speaker amplifier Radio/navigation - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 287
box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. WARNING: To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting the - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 288
roof Anti-lock brake system (ABS) pump Starter relay Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relay ABS valve Adaptive cruise control module (PCM) (keep alive power), Canister vent A/C clutch Right headlamp Backup relay Fuel pump Engine cooling fan (SHO engine) Not used Not used 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 289
access (IA) Not used Front heater blower Passenger compartment fuse panel run/start PCM relay Delayed accessory Fuel diode (iVCT only) One-touch integrated start (OTIS) diode A/C clutch Fuel pump Backup window defroster relay Not used Not used 289 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 290
on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer. WARNING: Refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for important information. If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, it will no longer function. 290 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 291
above at any one wheel location can 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 291 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 292
should be given to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. 292 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 293
, remove the jack kit from the vehicle. 4. Remove the jack and the wrench from the felt bag. Fold down the wheels is off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the vehicle is in P (Park). 293 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 294
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. 294 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 295
Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 7. Remove the jack and fully tighten 1 the lug nuts in the order shown. Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter 3 4 for the proper lug nut torque specification. 5 2 295 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 296
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 floor and secure it with the plastic wing nut. 296 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 297
to drive your vehicle up to 120 miles (200 km) at a maximum speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Note: The temporary mobility kit sealant compound in the canister is to be used for one tire only. See your Ford authorized dealer for additional replacement sealant canisters. 297 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 298
Ford Motor Company authorized dealer or tire repair shop to have your tire inspected. • Drive carefully and avoid abrupt steering maneuvers. • Periodically monitor tire inflation pressure in the affected tire; if the tire is losing pressure, have the vehicle towed. 298 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 299
use, the TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer. • When inflating a tire or other objects, use the black air hose only. Do not use the transparent hose which is designed for sealant application only. 299 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 300
with the temporary mobility kit: • In the first stage, the tire will be reinflated with a sealing compound and air. After the tire has been reinflated, you will need to drive the vehicle a short . Make sure the connection is tightly fastened. 300 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 301
area). 7. Turn dial (1) counterclockwise to the sealant position. Turn on the kit by pressing the on/off button (2). (2) (1) 8. Inflate the tire to the pressure listed on the tire label located on the driver's door or the door jamb area. 301 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 302
Reinflating the tire with sealing compound and air section and have injected sealant in the tire and the pressure is below 20 psi (1.4 bar), stop and call roadside assistance. If tire pressure is above 20 psi (1.4 bar), continue to the next step. 302 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 303
TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer. You can check the tire pressure any time within the 120 miles (200 km) by performing the procedure from Second stage: Checking tire pressure listed previously. 303 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 304
on the temporary mobility kit compressor housing below the canister while pulling up on the sealant canister. Installation of the sealant canister to the temporary mobility kit 1. Align the sealant canister with the temporary mobility kit housing. 304 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 305
. The "use by" date is on the lower right hand corner of the label located on the sealant canister (bottle). The sealant canister should be replaced after four years. 305 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 306
. Apply grease only to the wheel pilot hole surface by smearing a "dime" (1 square cm) sized glob of grease around the wheel pilot surface (1) with end of finger. DO NOT apply grease to lugnut/stud holes or wheel-to-brake surfaces. Bolt size 306 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 307
. Over time, the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation. 1. Use only a 12-volt supply to start your vehicle. 2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle's electrical system. 307 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 308
covers, the intake manifold or electrical components as grounding points. WARNING: Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery. 308 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 309
, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. Jump battery. 2 B - - + 3 C After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 309 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 310
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 the wheels off the ground to prevent damage to the automatic transmission, AWD system or vehicle. 310 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 311
in N (Neutral). Refer to Brake-shift interlock in the Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the gear shift lever into N (Neutral). • Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h). • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). 311 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 312
dealers are authorized to perform all warranty repairs. This means that, depending on the warranty repair needed, you may have Owner Guides • Maintenance Schedules • Recalls • Ford Extended Service Plans • Ford Genuine Accessories • Service specials and promotions. 312 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 313
dealer and city where located • The vehicle's current odometer reading In some states, you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state's warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states. 313 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 314
Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act or state replacement or repurchase the vehicle) OR 3. The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of more than Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 314 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA ( - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 315
will be mailed that will need to be completed, signed and returned to the BBB along with proof of ownership. Upon receipt, the BBB will review the claim for eligibility under the Program Summary Guidelines. 315 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 316
. These impartial arbitrators review the positions of the parties, make decisions and, when appropriate, render awards to resolve disputes. CAMVAP decisions are fast, fair, and final as the arbitrator's award is binding on both you and Ford of Canada. CAMVAP services are available in all Canadian - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 317
you, contact: Ford International Business Development Inc. Customer Relationship Center P.O. Box 11957 Caparra Heights Station San Juan, Puerto Rico 00922-1957 Telephone: (800) 841-FORD (3673) FAX: (313) 390-0804 Email: [email protected] www.ford.com.pr 317 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 318
by credit card, check or money order.) Obtaining a French Owner's Guide French Owner's Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer or by contacting Helm, Incorporated using the contact information listed previously in this section. 318 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 319
order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll- Saf-Sec-Sur/7/PCDB-BDPP/Index.aspx. 319 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 320
a wax to clean bumpers and other chrome parts; allow the cleaner to dry for a few minutes, then wipe off the haze with a clean, dry rag. • Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface. 320 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 321
with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover , available parts and cause damage. 321 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 322
block or other engine components. • Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In Canada use Motorcraft Engine Shampoo (CXC-66-A). when cleaning the engine. 3.5L V6 ENGINE 322 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 323
V6 SHO ENGINE PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your authorized dealer. • For routine Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23), available from your authorized dealer. 323 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 324
F)] in Canada, available from your authorized car wash facilities. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn air fresheners and hand sanitizers to spill on interior surfaces. If a spill occurs, wipe off immediately. Damage may not be covered by your warranty. 324 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 325
wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system available belts and seats equipped with side airbags: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light belts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing. 325 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 326
the side-airbag system and affect performance of the side airbag in cleaned using a commercially available leather cleaning product designed on an inconspicuous part of the leather. plastics, or oil/petroleum-based leather conditioners. These products 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 327
area following the same instructions as in the Conditioning section. Conditioning Bottles of King Ranch Leather Conditioner are available at the King Ranch of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. 327 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 328
AND LINCOLN CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its (ZC-23) Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 328 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 329
cigarettes) away from the battery and all fuel related parts. Working with the wheels. WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 329 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 330
to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood. 330 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 331
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 washer fluid reservoir 331 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 332
coolant reservoir 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Battery 4. Power distribution box 5. Air filter assembly 6. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick (out of view) 7. Engine oil dipstick 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 332 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 333
needs to be removed for service, including oil and filter changes. It is secured weather protection without damaging the vehicle's paint finish, wiper blades or washer system weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident. 333 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 334
arm to remove it. 3. Attach the new blade to the arm and snap it into place. Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance. Poor wiper quality can be improved by (Park). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 334 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 335
the engine by an authorized dealer. 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 335 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 336
oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle's engine. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities later in this section for more information. 336 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 337
, cleaners or other engine treatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty. Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. 337 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 338
gases which can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery, always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide proper ventilation. 338 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 339
and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. Because your vehicle's engine is electronically controlled by a computer, some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 340
parts could become damaged or not work properly. A 50/50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Improved freeze protection. • Improved boiling protection. • Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Proper function of calibrated gauges. 340 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 341
system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. WARNING: Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. 341 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 342
system components and may void the warranty. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. • A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added, in case of emergency, to reach a vehicle service the cap. 342 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 343
as outlined previously in the Adding engine coolant section. Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates: • It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50%. • NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. 343 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 344
available drive system service engine soon indicator will illuminate. If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine. 344 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 345
: • The engine power will be limited. • The air conditioning system will be disabled. Continued operation will Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible. 345 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 346
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel tank. Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS fuel vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury. 346 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 347
flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container. 347 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 348
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 the fuel system, and leave the nozzle fully inserted until you are done pumping. Pump fuel as normal. 348 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA ( - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 349
use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds, including manganese-based additives. Note: Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause powertrain damage, a loss of vehicle performance, and repairs may not be covered under warranty. 349 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 350
to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle. Gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter should be used when available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter. 350 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 351
push open the Easy Fuel system with foreign objects. This could damage the fuel system and its seal and cause injury to you or others. When filling the vehicle's fuel tank from a portable fuel container, use the funnel included with the vehicle. 351 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 352
the funnel. Do not use aftermarket funnels; they will not work with the Easy Fuel system and can damage it. The economy measurements during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accurate measurement 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 353
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 used by 100, then divide by total kilometers traveled. 353 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 354
driving. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. 354 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 355
carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal. • Close windows for high speed driving. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM system. 355 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 356
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 in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 357
to On-board diagnostics (OBD-II) in this chapter. If the vehicle's engine or transmission has just been 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 - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 358
system during normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consisting of mixed city and highway driving may be performed: 15 minutes of steady driving wheel left 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 359
when the brake components are replaced. Fluid levels between the MIN system could be compromised; seek service To obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is warmed up , in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer, the 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 360
moving the air filter assembly; components will be hot. For vehicles equipped with the EcoBoost™ engine, do the following: A. Shut the engine off. B. Clean the area around the clamp that connects the air filter assembly to the rubber hose (1). 1 4 3 2 360 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 361
seated grommets located underneath the air filter assembly. H. Rotate the air filter assembly 90 degrees counterclockwise and reinstall into the rubber hose. I. Tighten the clamp (1). J. The transmission fluid level indicator can now be accessed. 361 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 362
air filter disconnected. Start the engine and continue with Step 6. 6. Install weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be turned off until normal operating temperatures are reached. Depending on vehicle use, cooling times could take up to 30 minutes or longer. 362 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 363
the air filter assembly. E. Tighten the clamp. F. Install and tighten two bolts that attach air filter assembly to the front of the vehicle. G. Install the bolt cover (if equipped). H. Reinstall the harness retaining clip into the front of the air filter assembly. 363 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 364
. Changing the air filter element 3.5L V6 engine 3.5L V6 SHO engine 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. 364 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 365
and damage. Body • Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing and underside of front fenders. See the Cleaning chapter for more information. • Periodically wash vehicles stored in exposed locations. 365 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 366
than 30 days without recharging the battery, it may be advisable to disconnect the battery cables to ensure battery charge is maintained for quick starting. Note: If battery cables are disconnected, it will be necessary to reset memory features. 366 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 367
• Maintain recommended air pressure. Miscellaneous • every 15 days to lubricate working parts and prevent corrosion. Removing vehicle from battery was removed, clean the battery cable ends and inspect. If you have any concerns or issues, contact your authorized dealer. 367 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 368
the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used. 368 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 369
Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Ford Part Number / Ford Specification PM-1-C / WSS-M6C62-A or WSS-M6C65-A1 2011 Taurus Owners Guide fluid (6F55) Rear differential (AWD) fluid Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid (AWD)5 XT-10-QLV / MERCON - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 370
/ WSS-M97B55-A •VC-3-B (US) •CVC-3-B (Canada) / WSS-M97B44-D Capacity Ford Part Number / Ford Specification 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Engine oil Engine coolant Ford Part Name or equivalent •Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 371
-A2/- - Capacity Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number / Ford Specification Windshield washer fluid Fuel tank 1 2 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA Refer to scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct service interval. Use of any fluid other than the recommended - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 372
Maintenance and Specifications ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Fuel Firing order Ignition system Spark plug gap Compression ratio Engine drivebelt routing 3.5L V6 engine 3.5L ). 2. Long drivebelt is on second pulley groove farthest from engine. 372 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 373
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. 373 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 374
manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint Devices and their location 3. Make, vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number 374 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 375
Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Description 6-speed automatic transmission (6F50) 6-speed automatic transmission (6F55) Code J C 375 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 376
of the accessories that are available for your vehicle, please contact your dealer or visit our online store at: www.fordaccessories.com (U.S. only). Exterior style •Bug shield •Moon roof deflector •Rear spoiler Interior style •All-weather floor mats •Carpeted floor mats •Ambient lighting Lifestyle - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 377
or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner, may adversely affect battery performance and durability, and may also adversely affect the performance of other electrical systems in the vehicle. 377 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 378
PLANS (U.S. ONLY) More than 30 million Ford and Lincoln owners have discovered the powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service plan backed by Ford Motor Company, and provides "peace of mind" protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. Up to 500+ Covered Vehicle - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 379
a Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving lifestyle and budget. Interest free finance options available Take advantage of our installment payment plan, just a 10% down payment will provide you with an affordable no interest, no-fee payment opportunity. 379 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 380
Ford Extended Service Plan 380 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 381
your local Ford of Canada dealer or www.ford.ca to find the Ford Extended Service Plan that is right for you. Note: Repairs performed outside of Canada and the United States are not eligible for Ford ESP coverage. This information is subject to change. 381 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 382
engine oil and filter change; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter. If your message center is prematurely reset or becomes inoperative, you should perform the oil change interval at six months or 5,000 miles (8,000 km) from your last oil change. 382 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 383
Genuine Ford parts and service When planning your maintenance services, consider your dealership for all your vehicle's needs. There are a lot of reasons why visiting your dealership for all your service needs is a great way to help keep your vehicle running great. 383 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 384
ா replacement parts Dealerships stock Ford and Motorcraft branded replacement parts. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company's specifications, and we stand behind them. Parts installed at your dealership carry a nationwide, 12 month/12,000 mile (20,000 km) parts and labor limited warranty - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 385
lubricate if necessary Parking brake for proper operation Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation Washer spray/wiper operation; clean or replace blades as necessary 385 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 386
Accessory drive belt(s) Half-shaft dust boots (if equipped) Battery performance Horn operation Clutch operation (if equipped) Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses Engine air filter Suspension component for leaks or damage Exhaust system great! 386 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 387
Scheduled Maintenance 387 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 388
oil change service interval. You filter change; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter. If your message center is prematurely reset or becomes inoperative, you should perform the oil change interval at six months or 5,000 miles (8,000 km) from your last oil change. 388 2011 Taurus Owners Guide - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 389
2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Oil Change Service Interval* 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Change engine oil and filter Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag Perform multi- - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 390
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter (240,000 km) (filter not required on 6F35, 6F50, DPS6 and AWF-21 transmissions); consult dealer for requirements Change manual transmission fluid Change rear axle fluid (RWD vehicles) Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced within the last 100 - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 391
: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: 391 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 392
: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: 392 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 393
: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: 393 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 394
transmission fluid replacement. Example #2: The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message has not come on but the odometer reads 30,000 miles (48,000 km); perform the engine air filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 25,000 miles [40,000 km].) 394 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 395
transmission fluid replacement. Example #2: The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message has not come on but the odometer reads 30,000 miles (48,000 km); perform the engine air filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 25,000 miles [40,000 km].) 395 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 396
Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Inspect frequently, service as - Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) required - Replace engine air filter Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) - Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag - Rotate - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 397
: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: 397 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 398
: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: 398 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 399
category of API SK or earlier (for example SJ, etc.). Edge/MKX AWD only - vehicles operating off-road in sand during high ambient temperatures must replace the AWD PTU (All-wheel drive Power Transfer Unit) lube every 20,000 miles (32,000 km). ❑ 399 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 400
air filter replacement ❑ Engine air filter and cabin air filter life is dependent on exposure to dusty and dirty conditions. Vehicles operated in these conditions will require frequent inspection and replacement of the engine air filter and cabin air filter. 400 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 401
: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: 401 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 402
airbag ...180 Air cleaner filter ...364, 368 Air conditioning ...51, 54 automatic temperature control system ...56 manual heating and air conditioning system ...51 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...273 Ambient mood/lighting ...69 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...340 Anti-lock brake system - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 403
unlocking ...116 Driving under special conditions ...275, 277 sand ...276 snow and ice ...278 through water ...276, 279 E Electronic message center ...19 Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ...307 running out of fuel ...307, 351 Emission control system ...355 403 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 404
running lights ...66 flash to pass ...66 high beam ...63 replacing bulbs ...71 turning on and off ...62 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...51, 54, 56 Homelink wireless control system ...101 Hood ...330 I Ignition ...236, 372 Illuminated visor mirror ...78 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 405
69, 71 replacing bulbs ...71 LATCH anchors ...194 Lights, warning and indicator ...12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...244 Load limits ...225 Locks 99 Motorcraft parts ...328, 368 Multi-contour seats ...145 MyKey ...109 N Navigation system ...50 O Octane rating ...350 405 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 406
...122-123 opening the trunk ...124 opening the windows ...123 panic alarm ...123 replacement/additional transmitters ...127 replacing the batteries ...125 Reverse sensing system ...259 Roadside assistance ...280 S Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ...157, 162-164, 166 Safety Canopy ...182 Safety - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 407
keyless entry system ...129 SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ...131 Servicing your vehicle replacing ...210 rotating ...213 safety practices ...212 sidewall information ...214 snow tires and chains ...224 spare tire ...291 Temporary mobility kit 2011 Taurus Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 408
lights (see Lights) ...12 Washer fluid ...333 Water, Driving through ...279 Windows opening using remote entry system ...123 power ...83 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ...76 checking and adding fluid ...333 replacing wiper blades ...334 Wrecker towing ...310 408 2011 Taurus Owners Guide
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Introduction
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Instrument Cluster
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Warning lights and chimes
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Gauges
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Message center
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Entertainment Systems
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Auxiliary input jack (Line in)
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USB port
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Satellite radio information
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Navigation system
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SYNC
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Climate Controls
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Manual heating and air conditioning
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Dual electronic automatic temperature control
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Navigation system based climate control
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Rear window defroster
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Lights
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Headlamps
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Turn signal control
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Bulb replacement
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Driver Controls
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Windshield wiper/washer control
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Steering wheel adjustment
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Power windows
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Mirrors
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Speed control
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Adaptive cruise control
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Moon roof
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Table of Contents
1
2011 Taurus
Owners Guide, 3rd Printing
USA
(fus)