2012 Ford Taurus Owner Guide 2nd Printing
2012 Ford Taurus Manual
2012 Ford Taurus manual content summary:
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51 54 56 60 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Interior lamps Bulb replacement 62 62 68 69 70 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Adaptive cruise control Moonroof 75 75 76 81 83 86 88 97 1 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 2
wheel drive 234 234 242 244 252 257 259 272 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off Fuses and relays Changing tires Temporary mobility kit Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 2 279 279 280 281 281 289 296 305 306 309 2012 Taurus - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 3
compartment Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data 319 327 329 332 336 338 344 361 366 367 372 Accessories Ford Extended Service Plan Scheduled Maintenance Normal scheduled maintenance and log 376 - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd 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 - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 5
in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage. 5 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 6
Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner's Guide. Special instructions For your Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be used for any purpose. See your SYNC supplement for more information. 6 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 7
) the 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 the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. 7 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 8
the service. Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses to provide you with this information do not store your vehicle travel information. For more information, see Traffic, Directions and Information, Terms and Conditions. See your SYNC supplement for more information. 8 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 9
laws. EXPORT UNIQUE (NON-UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this Owner's Guide. A market unique supplement may be supplied - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 10
-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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd 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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 12
. Normally, the "Service engine soon" light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the ЉService engine soonЉ light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not 12 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 13
decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury. 13 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 14
serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated. Airbag readiness: If this light as soon as possible. This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 15
OFF driver. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information. Overdrive cancel and grade assist (RTT) (if equipped): Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off and the grade assist function has been turned on, refer to the Driving chapter. 15 2012 Taurus Owners - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 16
a powertrain or an AWD fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. 16 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 17
accessory position and the driver's door is opened. Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver's door is opened. GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. 17 2012 Taurus Owners - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 18
is located. Refer to Filling 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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 19
TO E This displays an estimate of approximately how far you can 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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 20
is calculated using a running average fuel economy, which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is not the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at service stations • Variations in top-off procedure from one 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 21
drive time equipped) 6. CROSS TRAFFIC SYSTEM (if equipped) 7. BRAKE SYSTEM 8. FUEL LEVEL 9. MYKEY DISTANCE (if MyKey change is required whenever indicated by the message center and according to the recommended maintenance schedule. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. 21 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 22
20, 30, 60, 90, 120 or Driving chapter for more information. Press RESET to change the sensitivity setting. 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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd 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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 24
if a problem or condition BRAKE ENGAGED - Displayed when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays on after the parking brake is released, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 24 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 25
section to enable. PARK BRAKE ENGAGED - Displayed when the manual park brake is set, the engine TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the service is required. SERVICE POWER STEERING - The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service. 25 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 26
driving a short distance with the road tire re-installed or after the system is allowed to cool. CHECK AWD (if equipped) - Displayed in conjunction with the light when the AWD system is Throttle Control/Transmission/AWD dealer as soon as possible. 26 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 27
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) - Displayed when a radar malfunction is preventing the ACC from engaging. 27 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 28
and a Intelligent Access Key is not detected inside the vehicle. 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. 28 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 29
problem with your vehicle's starting security system; your vehicle will not be able to start. See your authorized dealer for service more information. CHECK SPEED DRIVE SAFELY - Displayed when a MyKey is in use and the optional setting is on and the 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 30
assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. SPACE FOUND PULL FORWARD (if equipped) - May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. 30 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 31
the Driving chapter for more information. ACTIVE PARK NOT AVAILABLE (if using the key on the driver's side door. In order SERVICE TIRE MOBILITY KIT (if equipped) - Displayed when the tire mobility kit requires service. See your authorized dealer for more information. 31 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 32
satellite compatible sound system WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any ). If not, your system is a single CD system. 32 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 33
memory preset numbers (0-9). SEEK to SEEK: Press access the previous/next strong radio station. SCAN: Press for a brief sampling of all strong radio stations. 33 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 34
set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. To activate the CHANGE RDS SEEK to scroll CATEGORY will appear in the display. Press through all possible categories. When the desired category appears in the 34 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 35
#. Load the desired disc, label side up. The system will prompt you to load discs for the remaining available slots. Insert the discs, one at a time, label side up, when prompted. Once loaded, the disc all discs and prompt you when to remove them. 35 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 36
repeatedly to view 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 < / > indicator only shuffle the disc currently playing. 36 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd 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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 38
that specific category of channels press only (i.e. ROCK). You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels. Press OK to close and return to the main menu. • SONG SEEK channel playing the desired song. You 38 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 39
title appears in the display that you would like to replace, press OK. SONG REPLACED will appear in the display. b. DELETE A SONG SEEK to scroll through the following Lockout menu. Press the options: a. LOCK/UNLOCK THIS CHANNEL: Press OK when LOCK/ 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 40
level from 1 (lowest setting) to 7 (highest setting) allows the radio volume to automatically change slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Recommended level is 1-3; SPEED ): Press STEREO SURROUND mode and STEREO mode. 40 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 41
is not equipped with SYNC, the display will read NO PHONE. Auxiliary input jack (Line in) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 42
the following instructions when attaching your portable music device to the audio system. If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to Auxiliary input jack section by switching back and forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls. 42 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 43
. 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. 43 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 44
memory sticks, and also to charge devices if they support this feature. For further information on this feature, refer • Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 45
re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs service Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician. 45 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 46
a variety of tasks on your work computer, home computer and your in-vehicle system. 1 .mp3 1 .mp3 2 2 3 .mp3 3 .mp3 4 .mp3 5 4 .mp3 6 .mp3 7 .doc .ppt .xls 46 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 47
: • Hardware and limited subscription term, which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle. For information on extended subscription terms, the online media player and other SIRIUS features, please contact SIRIUS at 1-888-539-7474. 47 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 48
its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes. available for this 1-888-539-7474 to channel. subscribe to the channel or tune to another channel. SAT FAULT INVALID CHNL UNSUBSCRIBED 48 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 49
up to progress. three minutes. Satellite service has Call SIRIUS at been deactivated by 1-888-539-7474 to SIRIUS Satellite re-activate or resolve Radio. subscription issues. NO TEXT NO TEXT NO SIGNAL UPDATING CALL SIRIUS 1-888-539-7474 49 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 50
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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 51
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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 52
reduce humidity 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 - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 53
the highest setting. • Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. • To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. . 53 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd 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. 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 55
. Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected or can be engaged manually in ( Driver cooled seat (if equipped): Press to control the driver 11. cooled seat. Refer to Front seating in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 55 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 56
the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle. Turn to increase/decrease the air temperature on the driver side of the vehicle. The fan speed. DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (NAVIGATION BASED - IF EQUIPPED) 56 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 57
Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected or can be engaged manually in any airflow mode except (defrost). Recirculated air may off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature. 57 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 58
the screen to increase/decrease the airflow temperature for the driver side of the vehicle. This control also adjusts the air through the instrument panel vents. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents, rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents. 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 59
reduce humidity 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 - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 60
the air being supplied to the interior of the vehicle. This system provides the following benefits: • Improves driving comfort by reducing particle concentration. • Improves the interior compartment cleanliness. • Protects the climate control components from particle deposits. 60 2012 Taurus Owners - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 61
. 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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 62
the autolamp exit delay to be changed. To program the auto lamp exit time delay: 1. Start with the ignition off and the headlamp control in the autolamp position. 2. Turn the headlamp control to off. 3. Turn the ignition on and then back to off. 62 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 63
deactivate. OFF Auto high beams (if equipped) During nighttime driving, the automatic high beam system automatically turns on your beams (low beams remain on) before they distract other drivers. If the vehicle is equipped with automatic high beams 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 64
lamps are detected. • The headlamp control is moved out of the autolamps position. • The vehicle speed falls below 27 mph (43 km/h). • The ambient light level is high enough that high beams are not needed. • Severe rain, snow or fog is detected. 64 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 65
the automatic high beam system's performance. However, in cold or inclement weather conditions, the automatic high beam system's availability may be decreased. In such conditions, the manual override may be used to turn the high beams on or off. 65 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 66
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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 67
of the control to turn off the interior courtesy lights. AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant. If your vehicle has been in an accident, to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood. 67 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 68
light located at the top of the right hand portion of the beam pattern. If the top edge of the high intensity light 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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 69
colors. 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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 70
on. Note: The ambient lights will stay on until the ignition is placed in the off position and either of the front doors are opened or the accessory delay timer expires. BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure. Condensation can - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd 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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 72
the headlamp assembly to access the bulb sockets and connectors. 3. Remove the bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out. 4. To remove the bulb, pull it straight out of the bulb socket. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. 72 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 73
lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb. • (1) Tail/side marker lamp • (2) Brake/tail lamp • (3) Turn signal lamp 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and open the trunk. 2. Remove the press pin and cargo net fastener (if - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 74
(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. 74 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 75
wipers will vary based on the amount humidity, mist or light rain, or road spray. located or rain sensor performance may be affected. Note: During winter driving must be turned off before entering a car wash. Windshield washer: Press the end of 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 76
Driver Controls Courtesy wipe feature: One extra wipe will occur a While holding the steering 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. 76 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 77
Driver Controls ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR Lift the mirror cover to turn on the windshield. OVERHEAD CONSOLE The appearance of your vehicle's overhead console will vary according to your option package. Storage compartment The storage compartment may be used to store a pair of sunglasses. Press - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 78
your geographic location by referring to the zone map. 2. Turn ignition to the on position. 3 2 4 5 1 15 14 13 12 6 7 8 9 1011 3. Press and hold the 7 and 9 radio preset buttons together for approximately five seconds until ZONE XX appears in the CID. 78 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 79
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. 79 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 80
the cup you are using. AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12V DC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or 80 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 81
Driver Controls accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. Auxiliary power points can be found in the following locations optional electrical accessories checking and replacing fuses. 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 82
(5-8 cm). One-touch up or down This feature allows the driver's window (and passenger's window, if equipped with this feature Note: The ignition must be in the off position and the accessory delay feature must be not activated in order for this feature 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 83
(optional on the driver's side exterior mirror). The electronic day/night mirror will change from light from behind the vehicle, the interior rear view mirror and the driver's side exterior mirror (if equipped) will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare. 83 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 84
then turn off. Refer to Rearview camera system in the Driving chapter. EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors WARNING: Do driver's side view mirror has an auto-dimming function. For more information, refer to Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror in this chapter. 84 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 85
. Press and hold the rocker control (located on the instrument panel) to adjust accelerator and brake pedal. • Press the top of the control to adjust the pedals away from you. • Press the bottom of the control to adjust the pedals towards you. 85 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 86
speed control To set speed control: 1. Press and release ON. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press and release SET + or SET -. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The indicator 86 light on the instrument cluster will turn on. 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 87
Driver Controls Note: • Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill. • If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you may want to apply the brakes increments. • Use the accelerator pedal to get to the 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 88
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. WARNING: Always pay close attention to changing . 88 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 89
It is the driver's responsibility to stay alert, 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 - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 90
warns of vehicles detected by the radar sensor. In some cases there may be no warning or the warning may be delayed. The driver should always apply the brakes when necessary. Failing to do so may result in a collision, serious injury or death. 90 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 91
and gap distance can be overridden by pressing the accelerator pedal. When the driver is overriding ACC, the green cruise indicator light is illuminated, and CRUISE OVERRIDE is displayed in the message 91 Message center display Following distance 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 92
Driver Controls center. When the accelerator is released, the ACC function will operate again and vehicle speed will decrease to the set speed, or a lower speed if following a slower vehicle. Changing the set speed There are three ways to change the set speed: • Accelerate or brake to the desired - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 93
a limited field of vision. In some situations it may not detect vehicles at all or detect a vehicle later than expected. Detection issues can occur: • When driving on a different line than the vehicle in front. 93 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 94
driving into and coming out of a bend or curve in the road. In these cases ACC may brake late or unexpectedly. The driver available Brake temperature is high, refer to Hilly condition usage in this section. • A failure has occurred in the ACC system or related system. 94 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 95
from the sensor have been obstructed. The sensor is located behind a fascia cover near the driver side of the lower grille. When the radar when driving in sparse rural or desert environments. A false blocked condition will either self clear or clear after a key cycle. 95 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 96
Driver Controls WARNING: Do not use ACC when towing a trailer with brake controls. Aftermarket trailer brakes will not function properly when ACC is activated because the brakes serious injury. STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) through available 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 97
Driver Controls SYNC system hands-free control System and SYNC supplements. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) The moon roof control is located on the overhead console. WARNING: Do not let children play with the moon roof or press the control a second time. 97 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 98
Driver Controls To open the moon roof: 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 Power windows earlier in this chapter. 98 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 99
Control System (if equipped) The HomeLink Wireless Control System, located on the driver's visor, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters with a single built-in safety standards (this includes any garage door opener 99 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 100
, programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink button is pressed and released. • If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with "Programming" Steps 4 through 100 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 101
your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has been accepted by the HomeLink. The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink accepts the radio frequency signal. • Proceed with Step 3 in the Programming section. 101 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 102
release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the HomeLink button, follow Step 1 in the Programming section. For questions or comments, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1-800-355-3515. 102 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 103
will reduce the pedal clearance and potentially interfere with replacement. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving. Objects that are loose can become trapped under the pedals causing a loss of vehicle control. 103 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 104
Driver Controls WARNING (Continued) • Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or attachment instructions can potentially cause interference with pedal the release button. 2. Press the release button located near the license plate. 104 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 105
Cargo net (if equipped) The cargo net secures lightweight objects in the cargo area. Attach the net to the anchors provided. Do not put more than 50 lb (22 kg) in the net. WARNING: The cargo net is not designed to restrain objects during a collision or heavy braking. 105 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 106
blade is used to start the vehicle and unlock/lock the driver's door from outside the vehicle. The transmitter portion functions you lose one or both of your IKTs, replacements are available through your authorized dealer. Standard SecuriLock keys 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 107
be used to unlock the driver door. To release the , replacements are available from your authorized dealer. For more information on programming replacement IA Standard settings - these settings cannot be changed • Belt-Minder cannot be disabled. 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 108
alert and collision warning system. Optional settings - these settings can be changed • Vehicle speed is limited to intelligent access key in the backup slot; see the Driving chapter for the location of the backup slot. Turn the ignition on. Use 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 109
5. Press SETUP to enter your choice. The next optional setting will be displayed. 6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 until you are done changing the optional settings. Clear MyKey To reset all MyKeys as admin the MyKey system has been recently cleared. 109 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 110
start systems MyKey is not compatible with non-Ford approved aftermarket remote start systems. If you choose to install the vehicle will identify the user as an admin or MyKey driver depending on the settings of the actual key used to start the 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 111
start fob. 3. Follow Steps 1-4 in the Clear MyKey section. Troubleshooting Potential Causes • Key in the ignition is already a MyKey. the MyKey • Key in the ignition is a MyKey optional settings • No MyKeys are programmed to the vehicle. Refer 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 112
do not • MyKey is not being used by the accumulate intended user. • MyKey system has been recently cleared. Condition Lost the only admin key 112 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 113
IA key inside your vehicle's passenger compartment or trunk. When you lock your vehicle using the driver or passenger power door lock control (with the door open), after you close the door the more information on keyless entry keypad operation. 113 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 114
unlocking for intelligent access keys (if equipped) When unlocking the driver door with the key, turn it once toward the rear of : The turn lamps will flash twice to confirm that a change to the feature has occurred. Autolock feature (if enabled) 114 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 115
in motion at a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h); • the vehicle has then come to a stop and the ignition is turned off or to accessory; and 115 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 116
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. horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. 116 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 117
the childproof door locks are set, but the doors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located on the rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door. themselves with the operation and location of the release handle. 117 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 118
material that will glow for hours in darkness following brief exposure to ambient light. The "T" shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door (lid) or inside the luggage damage. Small children are particularly at risk. 118 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 119
key) comply with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to 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. 119 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 120
IA key can be used to open the driver's door in this situation (refer to Intelligent access key in this chapter for more information on the location and use of the mechanical key blade). Refer to Push button start system in the Driving chapter. 120 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 121
are closed. Note: If any door or the trunk is not closed, the horn will chirp twice and the turn lamps will not illuminate. 121 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 122
Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your vehicle. Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out or block the driver's rear view. The remote entry system allows you (if the easy entry feature is enabled). 122 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 123
the memory feature to the transmitter To activate this feature: 1. Move the driver seat, power mirrors, and adjustable pedals to the desired positions using the associated . 3. Repeat this procedure for another transmitter if desired. 123 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 124
batteries. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the instructions inside the IKT for the correct orientation of the battery. back onto the key. Intelligent access key (IA key) To replace the battery: 1. Remove the backup key from the transmitter, then 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 125
the instructions inside replacement. Replacing 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 125 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 126
• after 25 seconds of illumination. The lights will not turn off if: • they Accessory mode battery saver for intelligent access keys (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. 126 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 127
your personal 5-digit code. Each number must be entered within five seconds of each other. 4. For memory recall feature, enter the sixth digit 1 • 2 to store driver 1 settings or 3 • 4 to store driver 2 settings. 127 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 128
the door is unlocked with a key Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry To unlock the driver's door, enter the factory set 5-digit code or your personal code. Each number must be pressed press the 3 • 4 control within five seconds. 128 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 129
driver door, your keyless entry keypad code will still function the same way, but the driver at the same time (with the driver's door closed) for one second will instructions Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems . If a problem occurs, turn - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 130
located in (IKT equipped vehicles only). If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock system, the contact your authorized dealership for key replacement. If the indicator still flashes rapidly as soon as possible for service (IKT equipped vehicles only). 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 131
programmed key that operates the driver door lock, activates intelligent access new coded keys will need to be programmed. Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store available, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. 131 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 132
vehicle's engine and/or will not operate the remote entry features. The theft indicator light may flash on and off. Wait 20 seconds and you may repeat Steps 1 not available, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. 132 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 133
can be programmed to your vehicle. If you would like to replace a previously programmed access key with a new access key, or driver or passenger power door unlock control three times. 4. Press and release the brake pedal one time. 5. Press the driver 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 134
not closed, the horn will chirp twice to warn you that they are still open. while the • Press the driver or passenger interior door lock control door is open, then close the door. • Press and hold the 7 • engine. button to re-enable them. Press 134 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 135
alarm will trigger. • If equipped with intelligent access key, unlock the driver's door with a key. Turn the key toward the rear of the problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL keys/remote entry transmitters are brought to your authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting. 135 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 136
WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and/or operate the vehicle, until the head restraint is placed in its proper position. The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion. 136 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 137
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. 137 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 138
unlock/remove button, then pull up on the head restraint. 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. 138 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 139
position. Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) WARNING: Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 139 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 140
to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar support control is located on the outboard side shield. Rotate the knob clockwise or counter clockwise to adjust lumbar support. 140 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 141
driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. WARNING: Always drive these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. 141 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 142
Seating and Safety Restraints The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Use the control to tilt the seat. Use the position: • After encountering the new stopping position, press the power seat control again to override. 142 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 143
slightly. Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of accessory mode to activate the seats. Note: Allow a few seconds for any selection to activate. Back and cushion massage cannot function at the same time. 143 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 144
control. Press either up or down on the lumbar control to select the top, middle, or bottom part of the seat back. Push and hold the front of the lumbar control to increase the firmness of only function when the ignition is in the on position. 144 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 145
to cycle through the various heat settings and off. Warmer settings are indicated by more indicator lights. Three-position heated and cooled seats (if equipped) Heated seats WARNING: Persons who are only function when the engine is running. 145 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 146
. Cooler settings are indicated by more indicator lights. A/C If the engine falls below 350 rpm air filter replacement (if equipped) The heated and cooled seat system includes air filters that must be replaced periodically. Refer to Scheduled maintenance information. 146 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 147
full up positions to ease access. To remove an air filter: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Push up on the outside rigid edge of the filter until the tabs are released, then rotate the air filter toward the front of the vehicle. 3. Remove filter. 147 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 148
. 2. Push in on the center of the outside edge of the filter and rotate up into the housing until it clips into position. Memory driver seat, power mirrors, and adjustable pedals to two programmable positions. The memory seat control is located on 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 149
in the event of a crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and/or operate the vehicle, until the head restraint is placed in its proper position. The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion. 149 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 150
foam and structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • and two guide sleeve unlock/remove buttons (3). To remove the non-adjustable head restraint, 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. WARNING: - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 151
event of a crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit guide sleeve adjust/release button (3), • and a guide sleeve unlock/remove button (4). To adjust the head restraint, do the following: 1. Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint. 151 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 152
and Safety Restraints 2. Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust/release button and pushing down on the head restraint. Properly adjust button and the unlock/remove button, then pull up on the head restraint. 152 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 153
provide additional cargo space. To lower the seatback(s) from inside the vehicle, pull the strap located on the outboard side of the seatback to release it, and then fold seatback down. When raising the seatback(s), make sure you hear the seat latch into place. 153 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 154
seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the is equipped with cup holders and a storage compartment, they are located in the rear seat armrest. To access the cup holders, rotate collision. 154 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 155
the seat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly. The rear seat heat controls are located on the rear of the center console. The heated seats only operate when the off. The indicator light will illuminate when the heated seats have been activated. 155 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 156
RCM) with impact and safing sensors. • Restraint system warning light and back-up tone. • The electrical wiring for the or both stages of the dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints based on crash severity and occupant conditions. The fact that the 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 157
front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. WARNING: Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. 157 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 158
replacement of airbag(s) after a collision. Front safety belt usage sensors The front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver the occupant's body during frontal collisions driver seat position sensor, and front passenger sensing system. In addition, the 158 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 159
the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. WARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. 159 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 160
and Safety Restraints WARNING: Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. 160 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 161
from the buckle. Restraint of pregnant women WARNING: Always ride and drive with your seatback upright and the safety belt properly fastened. The lap if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph 161 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 162
still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. When to use the automatic locking mode This mode should be used any time vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. 162 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 163
(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 and safety belt pretensioners. 163 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 164
a safety belt extension assembly can be obtained from an authorized dealer. Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the the risk of injury in a collision. 164 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 165
and security chapter. 165 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. 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 166
every day. The more we drive, the more we are exposed to "rare" events, even for good drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash during our lifetime. 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. "I'm not going far" 166 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 167
Safety belts, when used properly, reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle crashes, many when no other vehicles of the vehicle's airbag system. 167 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 168
brake is set. • The gearshift is in P (Park). • The ignition is off. • The driver light turns off (approximately one minute). 3. Wait 10 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off. • Step 4 must be completed within 20 seconds after the completion of Step 3. 168 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 169
to work in conjunction with the safety belts to help protect the driver and front outboard passenger from certain upper body injuries. The term "supplemental restraint" means the airbags are intended in crashes for which they do not deploy. 169 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 170
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: (one or two degrees) from the upright position. 170 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 171
WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the seating position. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 172
the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control. WARNING: Several airbag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. 172 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 173
replaced immediately. If the airbag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. The SRS consists of: • driver passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front passenger's seat and safety 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 174
airbag off light is illuminated, is located on 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. 174 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 175
person should be advised to ride in the rear seat. Occupant Pass Airbag Off Indicator Light Unlit Lit Passenger Airbag Disabled Disabled Disabled Empty seat Small child in child safety seat or chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased. 175 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 176
the table below. Objects Pass Airbag Off Indicator Light Unlit Passenger Airbag Small (i.e. three-ring Disabled binder (if equipped) • Objects placed on the occupant's lap • Cargo interference with the seat • Other passengers pushing or pulling on the 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 177
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. 177 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 178
. The use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident. WARNING: Do not lean your head on the door. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. 178 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 179
WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags. • Two crash sensors mounted in the front doors (one on each side of the vehicle). • Crash sensors located 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 180
you as it deploys from the headliner. WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Safety Canopy system, its fuses, the A, B, or C pillar trim, or the headliner on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy. See your authorized dealer. 180 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 181
side doors to allow Safety Canopy deployment. • The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags one on each side of the vehicle). • Crash sensors located on the C pillars (one sensor on each pillar on each 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 182
system (including the A, B and C pillar trim and headliner) must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer. If the Safety Canopy is not replaced, it will not function again, which will increase the risk of injury in a future collision. 182 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 183
periodically until the problem and light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel. 183 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 184
instructions based Ford . To locate a child Canada at 1-800-333-0371 (http://www.tc.gc.ca). Failure to properly restrain children in safety seats made especially for their height, age, and weight may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child. 184 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 185
You are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and toddlers in the U.S. and Canada. • Many states and provinces require that small children use approved booster seats until they reach age than in a front seating position. 185 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 186
seating position. If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain the largest child in the front seat. 186 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 187
manufacturer's instructions and warnings provided for installation and use in conjunction with the instructions and behind the back because it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 188
Ford the vehicle. To locate a child seat fitting nhtsa.dot.gov. In Canada, check with your instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision. 188 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 189
block access to certain safety belt buckle assemblies and/or LATCH lower anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. To avoid risk of injury, occupants should only use seating positions where they are able to be properly restrained. 189 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 190
in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together. 190 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 191
portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6. 191 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 192
for proper installation. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) to make certain the child restraint is properly installed. In Canada, check with your local St. John Ambulance office for referral to a CPST. 192 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 193
located where seat. Ford Motor Company instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments. Follow the instructions on attaching child safety seats with tether straps. Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter. 193 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 194
on the child restraint design, you may block access to certain safety belt buckle assemblies and/or LATCH lower anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. To avoid risk of child safety restraints for children in this chapter. 194 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 195
called the top tether anchor. Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer strap anchors located behind the seats as described below. The tether anchors in your vehicle are located under a cover 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 196
Locate the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer's instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use, Ford also recommends its use. Child booster seats The 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 197
the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that vehicle Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? 197 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 198
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. 198 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 199
under the booster seat. Check with the booster seat manufacturer's instructions. The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a different seating location if the shoulder belt does not stay positioned on the shoulder during use. 199 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 200
, refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. 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. 200 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 201
norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction AA A B C 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 - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 202
of air in a tire. • Standard load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a maximum load at 35 psi [37 psi (2.5 bar) for Metric tires]. Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire's load carrying capability. 202 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 203
of air pressure. • PSI: Pounds per square inch, a standard unit of air pressure. • Cold inflation pressure on the vehicle. • Rim: The metal support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads Ford Motor Company. 203 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 204
Tires, Wheels and Loading You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial-type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick-type tire pressure gauge. Use the recommended cold inflation - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 205
cold pressures. A hot tire at or below recommended cold inflation pressure could be significantly under-inflated. Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air air leak. 7. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts or bulges. 205 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 206
an inch (2 mm). When the tire tread wears down to the same height as these "wear bars", the tire is worn out and must be replaced. 206 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 207
accelerate the aging process and may require tires to be replaced more frequently. You should replace your spare tire when you replace standards. The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured, the next two are 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 208
use replacement tires and wheels that Ford dealer or other tire service professional should do the mounting. Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with the person inflating standing at a minimum of 12 ft (3.66 m) away from the tire wheel assembly. 208 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 209
front tires or two rear tires generally 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 - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 210
recommended interval (as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance chapter) will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance and longer tire life. • Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) 210 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 211
• All-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 212
by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that may be used for service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. Note: If your guide. If not, contact a local tire dealer. Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law. 212 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 213
Tires, Wheels and Loading 7. H: Indicates the that the tire meets all federal standards. The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured, the next two are the tire size code tire defect requires a recall. 213 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 214
indoor laboratory test wheel. 13. driver's door. The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 214 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 215
Wheels , designated by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for service on light trucks. 2. Load Range/Load Inflation cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 215 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 216
and Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for temporary service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light 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. 216 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 217
for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even 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. 217 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 218
spare tire is installed When one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporary spare, the TPMS will continue to identify an issue to remind you that the damaged road wheel/tire needs to be repaired and put back on your vehicle. 218 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 219
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 use but the light remains on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 219 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 220
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. 220 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 221
wheel house or body. • Do not use tire chains, cables or optional traction devices with optional P255/45R19 or 245/45R20 tires. • Install tire cables securely, verifying that the tire cables do not touch any wiring, brake tire cables on dry roads. 221 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 222
environmental conditions. If you must drive in those conditions, Ford recommends using Mud and Snow cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight - is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. 222 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 223
the US and Canada may not have a Tire Label). Look for "THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg OR XXX lb." for maximum payload. The payload listed on the Tire Label is the maximum payload for the vehicle as built by the assembly plant. If any aftermarket or authorized - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 224
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. 224 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 225
of the fully loaded vehicle (including all options, equipment, passengers and cargo). The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR. 225 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 226
Tires, Wheels and Loading • Example only: WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. 226 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 227
can tow. It assumes a vehicle with only mandatory options, no cargo (internal or external), a tongue load of 10-15% (conventional trailer), and driver only (150 lb. [68 kg]). Consult your authorized dealer (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer) for more detailed - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 228
driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo to finish that patio you have been planning for the past 2 years. Measuring cargo capacity to carry that much weight. In metric units, the 228 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 229
terms found on the label and instructions on calculating your vehicle's load, refer to Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer in this chapter. Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight. 229 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 230
must meet local and Federal regulations. WARNING: Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle's brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase. 230 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 231
(i.e., driving in mountainous areas), additional engine braking is needed to reduce the load on the vehicle's regular brake system to prevent them from overheating. • Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached; anticipate stops and brake gradually. 231 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 232
or with the front wheels off the ground by using a tow dolly. If you are using a tow dolly follow the instructions specified by the equipment provider. If you are towing with all four wheels on the ground, refer to the towing instructions below. 232 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 233
vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, follow these instructions: • Tow only in the forward direction. • Release the parking brake. • Place the transmission shift lever in N (Neutral). • Place the ignition in the accessory position (refer to Starting in the Driving chapter). • Do not exceed - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 234
°F [-30°C]), it is recommended that the vehicle be warmed up to normal operating temperature before driving at highway speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h). Normal operating temperature is normally reached after 10 minutes of moderate driving or idling. 234 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 235
for more instructions. WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell chapter. 2. Make sure vehicle accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. 235 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 236
to 10 seconds or until the vehicle starts. Note: Cranking may be stopped at any time by turning the key to the off position. 236 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 237
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. 237 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 238
brake pedal to start your vehicle as usual. The vehicle should respond normally as long as the IA key is in the back-up slot in the center console utility compartment. Once the vehicle is started, the IA key can be removed from the back-up slot, if desired. 238 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 239
(by applying the brake pedal and pressing the will activate when the driver door is opened, your IA key is located in the vehicle, drive your vehicle if you smell exhaust fumes. Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects. 239 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 240
climate control to outside air. ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in an extension cord that can be used outdoors, in cold temperatures, and is clearly marked "Suitable for Use 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 241
performance and will unnecessarily use additional electricity. Make sure system is unplugged and properly stowed before driving the vehicle. While not in use, make sure the protective cover seals the prongs of the engine block heater cord plug. 241 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 242
pedal is pressed or ABS is engaged. The system is deactivated by either releasing the brake pedal or coming to a complete stop. When the system activates, noise from the ABS pump motor and brake pedal pulsation may be observed; this is normal. 242 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 243
. To set the parking brake, press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops. The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned on) until the parking brake is released. ! P BRAKE 243 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 244
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 - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 245
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 245 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 246
a whoosh of air from under the instrument panel during this severe condition. • The brake pedal may feel stiffer than usual. Traction control system (TCS) The traction control system is a driver aid feature that helps your vehicle maintain traction of the wheels, typically when driving on slippery - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 247
• Driving over a patch of ice or other slippery surfaces • Changing lanes be beneficial because the wheels are allowed to light. In R (Reverse), ABS and the engine traction control and brake traction control features will continue to function; however, ESC is disabled. 247 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 248
as this mode provides less AdvanceTrac system intervention than when the default ESC and traction control systems are on. Sport mode will allow more spirited driving while the AdvanceTrac system is still enabled. 248 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 249
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 serviced. Have your vehicle taken to the nearest dealer as soon as possible. 249 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 250
lever out of P (Park) with the ignition in the on position and the brake pedal pressed, it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle's brake lamps are not operating properly. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 250 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 251
possible if this procedure is used. WARNING: Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brake lamps are working. WARNING: When doing this procedure, you the parking brake prior to doing this procedure. Use wheel chocks if appropriate. 251 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 252
the front wheels from turning. To put your vehicle in gear: • Press the brake pedal • Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear To put your vehicle in P (Park): • Come to a complete stop • Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park) 252 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 253
inputs (vehicle acceleration, accelerator pedal, brake pedal and vehicle speed). • Allows the transmission to select gears that will provide the desired engine braking based on the vehicle inputs mentioned above. This will increase engine RPM during engine braking. 253 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 254
available gear for the current vehicle speed; allows for first gear when vehicle reaches lower speeds • Is not intended for use under extended or normal driving as a light to medium braking sensation when removing your foot from the accelerator pedal. 254 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 255
gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. D (Drive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission operates in gears one through six. 255 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 256
Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: 1-2 15 mph (24 km/h) 2-3 25 mph (40 km/h) 3-4 40 mph (64 km/h) 4-5 45 mph (72 km/h) 5-6 50 mph (80 km/h) 256 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 257
Driving The instrument cluster will show the current selected gear you are to assist the driver in detecting large stationary objects to avoid damaging the vehicle. The system may not detect smaller objects, particularly those close to the ground. 257 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 258
Driving is on. An RSS control on the instrument panel allows the driver to turn the RSS on and off. To turn the RSS the Instrument cluster chapter for more information. Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) free from snow, ice and 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 259
yellow or red zones. Use the side mirrors and rear view mirror to get better coverage on both sides and rear of the vehicle. 259 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 260
Driving for more information. The camera lens for the camera is located on the trunk. Keep the lens clean so that the video system is a reverse aid supplement device that still requires the driver to use it in conjunction with the rear view mirror 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 261
on this system to replace driver judgment and the need to maintain distance and speed. Note: The collision warning with brake support will not detect, warn, or respond to potential collisions with vehicles to the rear or sides of the vehicle. 261 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 262
below 6 mph (10 km/h). • Pedestrians or objects in the roadway. • Oncoming vehicles in the same lane. • Severe weather conditions (see also blocked sensor section). • Debris build-up on the grille near the headlamps (see block sensor section). 262 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 263
support can only help reduce the speed at which a collision occurs if the driver applies the vehicle's brakes. The brake pedal must be pressed just like any typical braking situation. Blocked sensor If a message regarding a blocked sensor is displayed, the radar signals from the sensor, located - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 264
Driving Cause The surface of the radar in the grille is dirty or obstructed in some way The lead to fewer and later system warnings. Refer to the Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for instructions on reducing the sensitivity. 264 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 265
, refer to Exterior mirrors in the Driver Controls chapter. Driving with blind spot mirrors Before a lane change, check the main mirror first, then the driver's peripheral field of view (3). WARNING: Objects in the blind spot mirror are closer than they appear. 265 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 266
is placed in N (Neutral). If the transmission is shifted out of D (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). 266 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 267
Driving alert. The BLIS consists of two radar sensors each located rearward of the rear wheels hidden behind the bumper fascia. Do not place any building, or coming to a stop with a vehicle directly behind but very close. False alerts are temporary and self correct. 267 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 268
Driving Cross traffic alert (CTA) system operation The CTA system warns the driver of approaching vehicles when R (Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is backing out in these situations helps to increase the sensor coverage and effectiveness. 268 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 269
a list of circumstances that may cause non-detection: • Debris build-up on the rear quarter panel fascias • The rear quarter greater than 15 mph (24 km/h) • Severe weather conditions • Driving in reverse faster than 3 mph (5 km/h) • Backing out of 269 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 270
Driving sensor An extreme build-up of 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. 270 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 271
changing lanes. BLIS is 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 the driver a key cycle. 271 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 272
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 272 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 273
Driving location and allow it to idle. The 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 surfaces are relatively - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 274
for. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and/or personal injury. Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel. 274 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 275
slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you are driving in mud. Even AWD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud. As when you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your wheels. If the - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 276
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 - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 277
control. Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on snow and ice. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop. Avoid sudden braking as well. Although an AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 278
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 - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 279
Owner Guide portfolio. Roadside assistance will cover: • a flat tire change with a good spare (except vehicles that have been supplied with a tire inflation kit) • battery jump start • lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer's responsibility) • fuel delivery - Independent Service - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 280
Canada, the card is found in the Warranty Guide in the glove box. Canadian Roadside coverage and benefits may differ from the U.S. coverage. Please refer to your Warranty Guide or visit our website at www.ford.ca for information on Canadian services 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 281
fire and serious injury. Ford Motor Company recommends that 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. 281 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 282
Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Natural 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 282 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 283
Circuits Left front power window, Smart window motor Brake on/off switch Driver power seat Right front power window, Smart window motor Transmission shifter solenoid, Keyless keypad Turn signals, Hazard flashers Low beam headlamps (left) 283 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 284
(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 25A 15A 15A 15A 15A 20A 10A 10A 20A 5A 284 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 285
-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 Not used (spare) Delayed accessory - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 286
Maintenance and Specifications chapter. The high-current fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location 1 2 3 286 Fuse Amp Rating 80A** 80A** - Power Circuits Passenger compartment fuse panel power Passenger compartment fuse panel power Not used 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 287
Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Passenger seat Cigar lighter Engine cooling fan (non-SHO engine) Moon roof Anti-lock brake system (ABS) pump Starter relay Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relay ABS valve Not used Not used 287 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 288
Location Driver seat Intelligent access (IA) Not used Front heater blower Passenger compartment fuse panel run/start PCM relay Delayed accessory brake lamp w/ ACCM relay Starter relay PCM power relay Not used Front wiper relay Rear window defroster relay Not used Not used 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 289
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. 289 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 290
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 290 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 291
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. 291 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 292
the lug nuts and to operate the jack. Tire change procedure WARNING: When one of the front 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). 292 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 293
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. 293 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 294
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 2 294 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 295
holes in the jack base can be placed on the locating tabs of the jack mounting bracket in the spare tire tub. 2. Securely close the wrench compartment and the jack bag using the VELCRO strips. 3. Place the jack kit on the angled bracket in the spare tire tub, using the locating tabs to position - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 296
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. 296 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 297
of air pressure may adversely affect tire performance. For this reason: • Do not drive the vehicle above 50 mph (80 km/h). • Do not drive further than 120 miles (200 km). Drive only to the closest Ford Motor Company authorized dealer or tire repair shop to have your tire inspected. 297 2012 Taurus - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 298
the temporary mobility kit away from children. • Only use the temporary mobility kit when the ambient temperature is between kit in its original location. • After sealant use, the TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer. 298 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 299
, away from moving traffic. Turn the hazard lights on. Apply the parking brake and turn the engine off. Inspect the flat tire for visible damage. Sealant compound contains latex. To avoid any allergic reactions, use the non-latex gloves located in the accessory box on the underside of the temporary - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 300
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. Note: When the sealing compound is first added into the tire, the air pressure gauge reading on the - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 301
the kit to the stowage area. 10. Immediately and cautiously, drive the 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. 301 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 302
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. 302 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 303
button located 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. 303 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 304
. Be sure to check the sealant compound's "use by" date regularly. 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. 304 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 305
of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel "no cap" fuel system as it can be damaged. You must use the included funnel in such circumstances. 305 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 306
parts. 4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical surges. Turn all other accessories off. 306 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 307
negative (-) cable to fuel lines, engine rocker covers, the intake manifold or electrical components as grounding points. WARNING: Do of fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. Jump starting 1. Start the 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 308
has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 308 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 309
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. 309 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 310
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). 310 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 311
some of the items that can be found online: • U.S. dealer locator by Dealer Name, City/State, or Zip Code • Owner Guides • Maintenance Schedules • Recalls • Ford Extended Service Plans • Ford Genuine Accessories • Service specials and promotions. 311 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 312
of Canada, Limited P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www.ford.ca Additional assistance If you have questions or concerns, or are unsatisfied with the service you are receiving, follow these steps: 1. Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 313
price paid or payable by the consumer (less a reasonable allowance for consumer use). The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or replacement ) OR 3. The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 314
by calling the Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673. Note: Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modify procedures, or to discontinue this process at any time without notice and without obligation. 314 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 315
award is binding on both you and Ford of Canada. CAMVAP services are available Ford Motor Company/Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel. Using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U.S. 315 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 316
contact: FORD MOTOR COMPANY FORD EXPORT OPERATIONS & GLOBAL INITIATIVES 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business (800) 841-FORD (3673). FAX: (313) 390-0804 Email: [email protected] If your vehicle must be serviced while you are ford.com www.me.ford.com 316 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 317
locations, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) and new address with Ford Motor Company Export Operations & Global Growth Initiatives by emailing expcac@ford in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. 317 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 318
has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Transport Canada, using their toll-free number: 1-800-333-0510, or online at: https://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/PCDB-BDPP/Index.aspx. 318 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 319
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. 319 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 320
over time. • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-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 from your authorized dealer. 320 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 321
may cause internal damage. • Never wash or rinse any ignition coil, spark plug wire or spark plug well, or the area in and around these locations. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. 3.5L V6 ENGINE 321 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 322
blades may be the cause. These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellent coatings, tree sap, or other organic contamination; these Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23), available from your authorized dealer. 322 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 323
in Canada, available from car wash facilities. Be sure to replace helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield 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. 323 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 324
wheel using a commercially available cleaning product designed by using a rubbing motion for 60 seconds. 5. Following this, wipe cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Stain Remover (ZC-14). In Canada, use Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner ( 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 325
body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. FORD AND LINCOLN CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln authorized dealer has many quality products available Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42) Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (ZC-15) Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A) 325 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 326
Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54) Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (U.S. only) (ZC-14) Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23) Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 326 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 327
: 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. 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. 327 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 328
, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel near the steering column. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood. 328 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 329
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 329 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 330
Engine 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 330 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 331
needs to be removed for service, including oil and filter changes. It is secured with antifreeze protection. Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident. 331 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 332
vehicle is on level ground. 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 332 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 333
Maintenance and Specifications 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then engine by an authorized dealer. 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. 333 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 334
oil. For instructions, refer to oil filler cap removed. Engine oil and filter recommendations 3.5L V6 Engine Look for this certification Ford specification WSS-M2C945-A. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your 334 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 335
by Ford warranty. Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty. 335 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 336
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. 336 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 337
: 1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake. 2. Put the gearshift in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 3. Run the engine until it reaches normal settings must be reset once the battery is reconnected. 337 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 338
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. 338 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 339
COLD level when the engine is not cool, the system will remain underfilled. WARNING: Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. 339 2012 Taurus - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 340
• DO NOT MIX different colors or types of coolant in emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, the with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). Alcohol and and distilled water to the FULL COLD level. For all other vehicles 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 341
. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. Used engine coolant should outlined previously in the Adding engine coolant section. 341 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 342
" distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load and terrain. How fail-safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat: • The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red (hot) area. indicator will illuminate. • The service engine soon 342 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 343
burns. 5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer. Note: 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. 343 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 344
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. 344 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 345
fire can cause severe injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; • Turn off your engine when you are refueling; • Do not smoke if while refueling. It can ignite fuel vapors. 345 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 346
build-up when filling an ungrounded fuel container: • Place approved fuel container on the ground. • DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including the cargo location) provided with the vehicle several times to dislodge any debris and/or allow the 346 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 347
highway driving. Continuing to drive with the check fuel fill inlet lamp or CHECK FUEL FILL INLET message on may cause the service fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds, including manganese-based additives. Note: Use of any fuel other than 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 348
or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start, try a different brand of unleaded gasoline. If the problems persist, see your authorized dealer. Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products engine. Crank time will be longer than usual. 348 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 349
come on. For more • The service engine soon information on the service engine soon indicator, refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster cargo cover, locate the white plastic funnel. It is attached to the rear, lower edge of the spare tire compartment. 349 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 350
to dispose of the funnel. Do not use aftermarket funnels; they will not work with the Easy actual fuel economy is you, the driver. You must gather information as driving range. When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not be 350 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 351
economy. In general, lower temperatures give lower fuel economy. Driving style - good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy. 351 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 352
stop. • Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down gradually. • Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 55 on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy. • Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 353
accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 8-10 miles (12-16 km) of driving. • Driving - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 354
used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability. Illumination of the service engine soon indicator, charging system warning light or the temperature - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 355
time the engine is started. A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving. No additional vehicle service is required. If the service engine soon indicator remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. Although some malfunctions - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 356
the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 3. Turn BRAKE FLUID The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear, and will rise when the brake components are replaced service from your authorized dealer immediately. 356 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 357
changes. Your transmission does not consume Drive location of the dipstick. (For vehicles with the EcoBoost™ engine, move the air filter assembly aside to access the transmission dipstick). WARNING: Use gloves when moving the air filter assembly; components will be hot. 357 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 358
the air filter assembly to the rubber hose (1). 1 4 C. Remove the bolt cover (if equipped). 3 2 D. Remove two bolts that attach the air filter assembly to the front of the vehicle (2). E. Loosen the clamp holding the air filter assembly to the rubber hose (1). 358 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 359
the sensor (4). G. Without disconnecting the sensor (4), pull the air filter assembly up to disconnect the air filter assembly from the seated grommets located underneath the air filter assembly. H. Rotate the air filter assembly 90 degrees counterclockwise and reinstall into the rubber hose - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 360
surface. The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 20 miles (30 km) of driving. The transmission fluid level should be targeted within the cross-hatch area if at normal removed by an authorized dealer. MIN MAX 360 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 361
. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the air filter element listed. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. 361 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 362
good sealing. 5. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly seated. 362 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 363
in exposed locations. • Touch-up raw or primed metal to prevent rust. • Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent discoloration. Re-wax as necessary when the vehicle is washed. See the Cleaning chapter for more information. 363 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 364
light grade oil. See the Cleaning chapter for more information. • Cover interior trim to prevent fading. • Keep all rubber parts free from oil and solvents. Engine • The engine oil and filter should be changed . Follow the instructions on the additive 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 365
and set tire inflation per the Tire Label. • Check brake pedal operation. Drive the vehicle 15 ft (4.5 meters) back and forth to remove rust build-up. • Check fluid levels (including coolant, oil and dealer if you have any concerns or issues. 365 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 366
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. 366 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 367
Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Multi-Purpose Grease (Lithium grease) Motorcraft Penetrating and Lock Lubricant Motorcraft MERCON LV ATF2 XG-4 or XL-5 or equivalent / ESA-M1C93-B XL-1 / None XT-10-QLV / MERCON LV 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 368
368 Items Capacity Ford Part Number / Ford Specification 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) •XO-5W20-QSP (US) •XO-5W-20-QFS (US) •CXO-5W20- LSP12 (Canada) •CXO-5W20-LFS12 (Canada) / WSS-M2C945-A and API Certification Mark Maintenance and Specifications Engine oil Ford Part Name or - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 369
Specialty Orange Engine Coolant Motorcraft Specialty Green Engine Coolant (dark green-colored) Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) 11.1 quarts (10.5L) Ford Part Name or equivalent Motorcraft Specialty Green Engine Coolant (dark green - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 370
Capacity 19.0 gallons (71.9 L) - - Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number / Ford Specification 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes. Automatic transmissions that require - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 371
automobile manufacturers (U.S. and Japanese). Your engine has been designed to be used with Ford engine oil, which gives a fuel economy benefit whilst maintaining the durability of your authorized dealer for fluid level checking or filling. 371 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 372
on first pulley groove closest to engine (except vehicles with electric power assisted steering). 2. Long drivebelt is on second pulley groove farthest from engine. 372 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 373
a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure (B-Pillar) by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge of the driver's door. 373 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 374
number is located on the driver side instrument 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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd 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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 376
floor mats •Sport pedals Lifestyle •Ash cup / smoker's package •Roof racks and carriers* •Navigation* •Cargo net •Cargo organization and management 376 •Ambient lighting •Rear seat entertainment* •Side window deflector •Splash guards •Chrome wheels 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 377
systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennas onto their vehicle should not locate the amateur radio antennas in the area of the driver's side hood. • Any non-Ford custom electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 378
in the U.S. and Canada It's the only extended service plan authorized and backed by Ford Motor Company. That means you get: • Reliable, quality service anywhere you go. • Factory-trained technicians. • Ford Authorized Parts used with every covered repair. Rental car reimbursement If your vehicle - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd 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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 380
Ford Extended Service Plan 380 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 381
. For more information, visit 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. 381 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 382
and confirmation of the work performed is always recorded in this guide. Your dealer has factory-trained technicians who can perform the required maintenance using genuine Ford parts. They are committed to meeting your service needs and to assuring your continuing satisfaction. Protecting Your - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 383
for maintenance replacement or for the service of components affecting emission control must be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability. It is the owner's responsibility to determine the equivalency of such parts. Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 384
of maintenance and light repair automotive services. With factory-trained technicians, and one-stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire rotations to repairs like brake service, check out the value your dealers can offer. 384 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd 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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd 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 operation *Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, manual and automatic 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 387
Scheduled Maintenance 387 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 388
the engine oil should be changed based on how your vehicles is CHANGE REQUIRED message Miles (km) Vehicle use and examples Normal - Normal commuting with highway driving cold operation Extreme 3000-4999 - Maximum load/towing (4000-7999) - Extreme hot or cold operation 388 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 389
for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter change; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter Do not exceed one year or 10,000 miles (16,000 km) between service intervals 389 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 390
390 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Scheduled Maintenance Additional maintenance items1 Miles (x 1,000) 20 30 40 60 80 90 100 120 140 150 Kilometers (x 1,000) 32 48 64 96 128 144 160 192 225 240 Replace cabin air filter (if equipped Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd 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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd 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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd 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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 394
chart Inspect frequently, Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) service as required Replace engine air filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission fluid (except (48,000 km) Focus) Every 60,000 miles Replace spark plugs (96,000 km) 394 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 395
cabin air filter (if equipped) service as required Replace engine air filter Every 5,000 miles Inspect the wheels and related components for (8,000 km) abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Every 5,000 miles Change engine oil and filter - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 396
: 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: 396 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd 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 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 398
axles and power take-off (PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluid unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the assembly has been submerged in water. During long periods of trailer towing - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 399
ambient temperatures must replace the AWD PTU (All-wheel drive Power Transfer Unit) lube every 20,000 miles (32,000 km). Engine air filter & cabin air filter replacement: Engine air filter and cabin air filter #: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: 399 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 400
...178 Air cleaner filter ...361-362, 366 Air conditioning ...51, 54 automatic temperature control system ...56 manual heating and air conditioning system ...51 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...272 Ambient mood/lighting ...69 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...338 Anti-lock brake system - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 401
(see Speed control) ...86 Cupholder(s) ...154 Customer Assistance ...279 Ford Extended Service Plan ...378, 381 Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada ...315 Getting roadside assistance ...279 Getting the service you need ...311 Ordering additional owner's literature ...317 Utilizing the - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 402
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 ...99 Hood ...328 I Ignition ...234, 372 Illuminated visor mirror ...77 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 403
interior lamps ...69, 71 replacing bulbs ...71 LATCH anchors ...193 Lights, warning and indicator ...12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...243 Load roof ...97 Motorcraft parts ...325, 366 Multi-contour seats ...143 MyKey ...107 N Navigation system ...50 403 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA ( - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 404
...107 Parking brake ...243 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...366 assembly ...164 for adults ...160-161, 163 for children ...184 Occupant Classification Sensor ...157 warning light and chime ...165 Safety restraints - LATCH anchors ...193 Safety seats for children ...188 2012 Taurus Owners Guide - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 405
...309 Transaxle fluid, refill capacities ...367 lubricant specifications ...367 Transmission ...252 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...250 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...357 Trunk ...104, 117 remote release ...122 Turn signal ...68 405 2012 Taurus Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) - 2012 Ford Taurus | Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 406
lights (see Lights) ...12 Washer fluid ...331 Water, Driving through ...278 Windows opening using remote entry system ...121 power ...81 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ...75 checking and adding fluid ...331 replacing wiper blades ...332 Wrecker towing ...309 406 2012 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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Interior lamps
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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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Moonroof
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Table of Contents
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2012 Taurus
Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
USA
(fus)