Ford 2010 Taurus v.3 Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 12Warning lights and chimes 12Gauges 17Message center 19Entertainment Systems 31Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 40USB

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Airbag - FrontAirbag

To open the moon roof: Press andrelease the SLIDE control, the moonroof will open automatically. Pressthe switch again to stop the moonroof.WARNING: W

HomeLink威Car2U威 Home AutomationSystemHomeLink姞 Wireless Control System (if equipped)The HomeLink威 Wireless ControlSystem, located on the driver’s viso

Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as forfuture programming procedures (i.e. new HomeLink威 equipped vehiclepurchase). I

5. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name andcolor of the button may vary by manufacturer.)Note: There are 30 seconds in wh

Operating the HomeLink姞 Wireless Control SystemTo operate, simply press and releasethe appropriate HomeLink威 button.Activation will now occur for thet

Car2U姞 Home Automation System (if equipped)The Car2U威 Home AutomationSystem is a universal transmitterlocated in the driver’s visor thatincludes two p

• Fixed code garage door openers were produced prior to 1996. Fixedcode uses the same coded signal every time. It is manuallyprogrammed by setting DIP

2. Go to the garage to locate thegarage door opener motor and its“learn” button. You may need aladder to reach the unit and youmay need to remove the

Note: The Car2U威 system allows for three devices to be programmed. Ifyou need to change or replace any of the three devices after it has beeninitially

3. To input these positions into theCar2U威 system, simultaneouslypress all three Car2U威 systembuttons for a few seconds and thenrelease to put the dev

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleasePanic Alarm Engine Oi

To erase programming on the Car2U威 system (individual buttons cannotbe erased), use the following procedure:1. Firmly press the two outsideCar2U威 syst

INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROLThe trunk release button is locatedon the instrument panel near theradio. Press the button to open thetrunk.CARGO AREA FEATURESC

KEYSIntegrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) (If equipped)Your vehicle may be equipped withtwo integrated keyhead transmitters(IKTs). The key blade star

Intelligent Access Key (IA key) (if equipped)Your vehicle may be equipped withtwo intelligent access keys whichoperate the power locks and theremote e

MYKEY™The MyKey™ feature allows you to program a restricted driving mode topromote good driving habits. All but one of the keys programmed to thevehic

Create a MyKey™To program MyKey™ on one of the keys programmed to the vehicle,insert the key that you want to make a MyKey™ into the ignition. Forvehi

5. Press SETUP to enter your choice. The next optional setting will bedisplayed.6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 until you are done changing the optionalsettin

Vehicles equipped with traditional keys:When using a Ford-approved remote start system, the default settingswill recognize the remote start system as

TroubleshootingCondition Potential CausesCan’t create a MyKey™ • Key in the ignition is already aMyKey™.• Key in the ignition is the lastremaining adm

Condition Potential CausesLost any key • For programming spare keys, refer tothe Programming spare keys section inthis chapter.I accidentally programm

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESStandard instrument cluster shown, optional cluster similarWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition tha

POWER DOOR LOCKS• Press the control to unlock alldoors.• Press thecontrol to lock alldoors.Smart unlocksThis feature helps to prevent you from locking

automatically be released when you attempt to close it, and the horn willchirp, as a reminder that the IA key is inside. If you would like tointention

Note: The autolock feature can be activated/deactivated independentlyof the autounlock feature.Power door lock switch autolock enable/disable procedur

Keyless entry keypad autolock enable/disable procedure1. Turn the ignition off.2. Close all the doors.3. Enter factory–set 5–digit entrycode.4. Press

Note: The autounlock feature can be activated/deactivatedindependently of the autolock feature.Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable proced

Keyless entry keypad autounlock enable/disable procedure1. Turn the ignition off.2. Close all the doors.3. Enter factory–set 5–digit entrycode.4. Pres

INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASEYour vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartmentrelease handle that provides a means of esc

WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or animalsunattended in the vehicle. On hot days, the temperature in thetrunk or vehicle interior c

Intelligent access keyRefer to Intelligent Access in thissection for more features.Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partyrespons

Intelligent access (if equipped)WARNING: Radio waves from the intelligent access systemtransmitters in the vehicle may affect certain implanted medica

Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On BoardDiagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to Onboard diagnost

Push button start: Your vehicle is equipped with a push button startsystem, which allows you to start your vehicle without using a key. Tooperate the

Car finderPresstwice within three seconds. The horn will chirp and the turnlamps will flash. It is recommended that this method be used to locateyour

• 10–way power seats• 8–way power seats2. Press and hold control button 1 for five seconds. A tone will be heardafter two seconds confirming memory po

Replacing the batteryThe integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) or intelligent access key (IAkey) uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 o

2. Remove the old battery.Note: Please refer to localregulations when disposing oftransmitter batteries.3. Insert the new battery. Refer tothe instruc

• after 25 seconds of illumination.The lights will not turn off if:• they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or• any door is open.Illuminate

SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEMThe keypad, located near the driver’s window, is invisible until touchedand then it lights up so you can see and touch

4. For memory recall feature, enter the sixth digit 1 • 2 to store driver 1settings or 3 • 4 to store driver 2 settings.Note: Touching 5 • 6, 7 • 8, o

two-stage unlocking, refer to the Central unlocking/two stageunlocking section earlier in this chapter.To unlock all doors, enter the factory set code

engine. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects onthe key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine.Note: Do not lea

Airbag readiness: If this light failsto illuminate when the ignition isturned to on, continues to flash orremains on, have the systemserviced immediat

Replacement integrated keyhead transmitters (IKT) or intelligentaccess keysNote: Your vehicle comes equipped with two integrated keyheadtransmitters (

Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.1. Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition.2. Turn the ign

Note: A maximum of four intelligent access keys can be programmed toyour vehicle. If you would like to replace a previously programmedaccess key with

PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)The perimeter anti-theft system will help protect your vehicle fromunauthorized entry.If there is any potential pe

• Press and hold the 7 • 8 and 9 •0 controls on the keyless entrypad at the same time to lock thedoors (driver’s door must beclosed).There is a 20 sec

SEATINGWARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant toslide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personalinjuries in the event o

To adjust the head restraint, do the following:1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position.2. Raise the head restraint bypulling up o

To remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following:1. Pull up the head restraint until itreaches the highest adjustmentposition.2. Simultaneous

WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of acrash, head restraints must be installed properly.Using the manual lumbar support (if eq

WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its originalposition, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trappedbehind the seatback. After returnin

Low washer fluid (RTT):Illuminates when the washer level inthe washer fluid reservoir is low.Door ajar (RTT): Illuminates inthe message center display

Press either up or down on thelumbar control to select the top,middle, or bottom part of the seatback.Push and hold the front of thelumbar control to

WARNING: Sitting improperly out of position or with the seatback reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushionand affect the decision of

Press the control to recline theseatback forward or rearward.Note: On vehicles with memory seats, to prevent damage to the seat,the power seats are de

WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skinbecause of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cordinjury, medication, alcohol use

Note: Do not do the following:• Place heavy objects on the seat• Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on theseat. Allow the

• There is a filter located undereach front seat.• The filter can be accessed from the rear of the seat. Move the frontseat to full up to ease access.

To install a filter:1. First, position the filter in it’shousing making sure that the farforward end is all the way up in thehousing.2. Push in on the

A programmed memory position can be recalled:• in any gearshift position if the ignition is not on.• only in P (Park) or N (Neutral) if the ignition i

The non-adjustable head restraintsconsist of :• a trimmed energy absorbing foamand structure (1),• two steel stems (2),• and two guide sleeveunlock/re

WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of acrash, head restraints must be installed properly.Adjustable second row center head rest

more information on this system, refer to Tire pressure monitoringsystem (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.Adaptive cruise control (ACC)

2. Lower the head restraint bypressing and holding the guidesleeve adjust/release button andpushing down on the head restraint.Properly adjust the hea

2. Simultaneously press and holdboth the adjust/release button andthe unlock/remove button, then pullup on the head restraint.To reinstall the adjusta

To lower the seatback(s) frominside the vehicle, pull the straplocated on the outboard side of theseatback to release it, and then foldseatback down.W

Rear heated seats (if equipped)WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skinbecause of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord

The indicator light will illuminate when the heated seats have beenactivated.SAFETY RESTRAINTSPersonal Safety System™The Personal Safety System™ provi

appropriate to activate these safety devices. Front airbags are designedto activate only in frontal and near-frontal collisions (not rollovers, sideim

WARNING: Always transport children 12 years old and under inthe back seat and always properly use appropriate childrestraints.The front passenger sens

The Restraints Control Module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuitsand the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints, crash sensor(s),safety

WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person issignificantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt.WARNING: Each seating position i

2. To unfasten, press the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle.Energy management feature — front outboard• This vehicle has a safety bel

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in theignition in the off or accessory position and the driver’s door is opened.Headlamps o

When to use the automatic locking modeThis mode should be used any time a child safety seat (except abooster) is installed in a passenger front or rea

How to disengage the automatic locking modeWARNING: Ford Motor Company recommends that allpassenger safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware shou

WARNING: The driver and front passenger safety belt system(including retractors, buckles and height adjusters) must bereplaced if the vehicle is invol

Belt-Minder姞The Belt-Minder威 feature is a supplemental warning to the safety beltwarning function. This feature provides additional reminders byinterm

If... Then...The driver’s or frontpassenger’s safety belt becomesunbuckled for approximately1 minute while the vehicle istraveling at least 3 mph(5 km

Reasons given... Consider...“Traffic is light” Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur insingle-vehicle crashes, many whenno other vehicles are around.“Belts wrink

Note: If you are using MyKey™, the Belt-Minder威 cannot be disabled.Also, if the Belt-Minder威 has been previously disabled, it will bere-enabled during

• This will enable the Belt-Minder威 feature for that seating position if itis currently disabled. As confirmation, the safety belt warning light willf

Important supplemental restraint system precautionsAirbags DO NOT inflate slowly orgently and the risk of injury from adeploying airbag is greatest cl

WARNING: Do not put anything on or over the airbag module.Placing objects on or over the airbag inflation area may causethose objects to be propelled

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while theengine is running or hot.Fuel gauge: Indicatesapproximately how much fuel is leftin the fuel

How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?The airbag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainslongitudinal deceleration suffic

WARNING: If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will notfunction again and must be replaced immediately. If the airbag is not replaced, the unrepair

• the system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infantseat that is installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions,• the sys

• When the front passenger sensing system enables the front passengerfrontal airbag (may inflate), the indicator will be unlit and stay unlit.If a per

WARNING: Sitting improperly out of position or with the seatback reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushionand affect the decision of

WARNING: To reduce the risk of possible serious injury:Do not stow objects in seat back map pocket (if equipped) orhang objects off seat back if a chi

WARNING: Any alteration/modification to the front passengerseat may affect the performance of the front passenger sensingsystem.Determining if the sys

WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify theairbag SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing anairbag. Contact your authorize

The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean thatsomething is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces werenot of

WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify theSafety Canopy威 system, its fuses, the A, B, or C pillar trim, orthe headliner on a vehicle co

MESSAGE CENTERYour vehicle’s message center allows you to configure/personalize certainvehicle options to suit your needs.The message center is also c

• Two crash sensors mounted on the B pillar (one on each side of thevehicle).• Two crash sensors located at the C pillar behind the rear doors (oneon

WARNING: If the SafetyCanopy威 system hasdeployed, the Safety Canopy威 willnot function again unless replaced.The Safety Canopy威 system(including the A,

The system can be turned off when any one of the following actions aretaken by the driver or any other person:• pressing the hazard control button,• o

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for ChildrenChild size, height, weight, or ageRecommendedrestraint typeInfants ortoddlersChildren weighing 40 lb

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for childrenRestraintTypeChildWeightUse any attachment method as indicatedbelow by “X”LATCH(lowe

WARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions andwarnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint todetermine if the restraint device

Transporting childrenAlways make sure your child is secured properly in a device that isappropriate for their age, height and weight. All children are

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDRENInfant and/or toddler seatsUse a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild.When installing a child

• Place vehicle seat back in upright position.• Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to Step 5below. This vehicle does not require

3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, route thetongue through the child seataccording to the child seatmanufacturer’s instructi

Locks and Security 112Keys 112Locks 120Anti-theft system 138Seating and Safety Restraints 145Seating 145Safety restraints 164Airbags 177Child restrain

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing distance traveledby gallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled),your

8. Remove remaining slack from thebelt. Force the seat down with extraweight, e.g., by pressing down orkneeling on the child restraint whilepulling up

LATCH compatible child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mountedattachments that connect to the two lower anchors at the LATCHequipped seating po

All the LATCH lower anchors are equally spaced, 280 mm (11 inches)apart, so that a single LATCH child seat can be installed at any rearseating positio

Combining safety belt and LATCH lower anchors for attachingchild safety seatsWhen used in combination, either the safety belt or the LATCH loweranchor

2. Locate the correct anchor for theselected seating position.3. Open the tether anchor cover.4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown.If the te

Although the lap/shoulder belt will provide some protection, childrenwho have outgrown a typical child seat are still too small for lap/shoulderbelts

Types of booster seatsThere are generally two types of belt-positioning booster seats: backlessand high back. Always use booster seats in conjunction

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, a

Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat.WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulderbelt under a chi

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADINGTire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereappli

System check and vehicle feature customizationPress the SETUP button repeatedlyto cycle the message center throughthe following features:RESET FOR SYS

WARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not includeacceleration, cornering, hydro

Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increasethe tire’s load carrying capability.• kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pr

WARNING: Under-inflation is the most common cause of tirefailures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separationor “blowout”, with unexpecte

Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), checkand record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressurewhen yo

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the s

WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, youshould not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on thesidewall of the tire to set the beads w

• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parkingWARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., donot rapidly spin the

• Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles(front tires at top of diagram)• Rear-wheel drive (RWD)vehicles/Four-wheel drive(4WD)/All-wheel drive (AWD)vehicles

Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires.Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to checkfor and cor

3. Once “OIL LIFE SET TO XXX%” is displayed, release and press theRESET button to change the Oil Life Start Value. Each release and presswill reduce t

3. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire’s ratio of height towidth.4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire.5. 15: Indicates the wheel or ri

8. U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN): This begins with theletters “DOT” and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. Thenext two n

13. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure: Indicates the tiremanufacturers’ maximum permissible pressure and/or the pressure atwhich the maximum load

Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe inflation pre

The tire pressure monitoring system complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing tw

Understanding your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)The tire pressure monitoring system measures pressure in your four roadtires and sends the ti

When you believe your system is not operating properlyThe main function of the tire pressure monitoring system is to warn youwhen your tires need air.

Low tire pressurewarning lightPossible cause Customer action requiredFlashing warninglightSpare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is inuse. Repair

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINSWARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speedrating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire orwheel

Press RESET to turn the warning chime on or off. The system will revertto chime on each time the vehicle is started. The heads up display and/orchime

SUMMER TIRESYour Taurus SHO may be equipped with summer tires to providesuperior performance on wet and dry roads. Summer tires do not havethe Mud and

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that thevehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Lab

Example only:Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load

GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle(front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload.GAWR (Gross Axle Wei

• Example only:WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Labelvehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehiclehandling or

GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle(GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer.GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)

2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that willbe riding in your vehicle.3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas

1,400 - (2 x 220) - (9 x 100) = 1,400 - 440 - 900 = 60 lb. Now youhave the load capacity to transport the cement and your friend home.In metric units,

If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agencygives to you.Do not attach safety chains to the bumper.Trailer brakesElectr

• Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached; anticipatestops and brake gradually.Servicing after towingIf you tow a trailer for long di

LANGUAGE = ENGLISH / SPANISH / FRENCHAllows you to choose which language the message center will display in.Selectable languages are English, Spanish,

Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles:Tow your FWD vehicle with all four wheels on the ground or with thefront wheels off the ground by using a tow dolly.

STARTINGPositions of the ignition (if equipped)If your vehicle is equipped with a push button start system, refer toPush button start system in this s

WARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or inother enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always openthe garage door before you sta

• Make sure the gearshift lever is inP (Park).3. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start).If your vehicle is equipped with apush but

3. After idling for a few seconds, release the parking brake, apply thebrake, shift into gear and drive.Note: If the engine does not start on the firs

3. On — press and hold the START/STOP button for at least one secondwithout applying the brake pedal. This will power your vehicle’s electricalsystem

Fast Restart Feature: The Fast Restart feature allows you to re-startyour vehicle within 20 seconds of switching the vehicle off, if a valid IAkey is

Important ventilating informationIf the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period oftime, open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5

• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater withungrounded electrical systems or two pronged (cheater) adapters.Also ensure that

Refer to Warning lights andchimes in the Instrument Clusterchapter for information on the brakesystem warning light.Four-wheel anti-lock brake system

XXX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL LOW — Displayed as an earlyreminder of a low fuel condition.CHECK FUEL FILL INLET — Displayed when the fuel fill inlet mayno

Even when the ABS is disabled,normal braking is still effective. Ifyour BRAKE warning lampilluminates with the parking brakereleased, have your brake

Press the parking brake pedaldownward again to release theparking brake. Driving with theparking brake on will cause thebrakes to wear out quickly and

WARNING: Remember that even advanced technology cannotdefy the laws of physics. It’s always possible to lose control of avehicle due to inappropriate

When an event occurs that activates AdvanceTrac威, you may experiencethe following:• A slight deceleration of the vehicle• The stability control light

During ESC events the stability control light in the instrument clusterwill flash.Certain adverse driving maneuvers may activate the ESC system, which

AdvanceTrac威 FeaturesControlswitchfunctionsModeStabil-ity con-trol offlightMessagecenter dis-play (ifequipped)ESC TCSDefault atstart-upSystem Ini-tial

AdvanceTrac威 sport modeThe AdvanceTrac威 system provides an available sport mode on somemodels. This can be selected utilizing the AdvanceTrac off cont

WARNING: If the message SERVICE POWER STEERING isdisplayed in the message center, the EPS system has detected aproblem with the system function. On th

If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with the ignitionin the on position and the brake pedal pressed, it is possible that a fusehas

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATIONAutomatic transmission adaptive learningYour transmission is equipped with an adaptive learning strategy found inthe v

SERVICE POWER STEERING — The power steering system hasdetected a condition that requires service.SERVICE POWER STEERING NOW — The power steering syste

R (Reverse)With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R(Re

To return to O/D (overdrive mode), press the transmission control switchagain.• The Grade Assist lamp in the instrument cluster will not beilluminated

R (Reverse)With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R(Re

Recommended shift speedsUpshift according to the following chart:Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fueleconomy)Shift from:1 - 2 15 mph

WARNING: To help avoid personal injury, always use cautionwhen in R (Reverse) and when using the RSS.WARNING: This system is not designed to prevent c

allows the driver to turn the RSS on and off. To turn the RSS off, referto Message center in the Instrument cluster chapter for moreinformation.Keep t

Image delay if displayed through the rear view mirror:When shifting out of R (Reverse) and into any other gear, the image inthe rear view mirror will

Night time and dark area useAt night time or in dark areas, the camera system relies on the reverselamp lighting to produce an image. Therefore it is

OperationThe radar sensor detects vehiclesahead that are moving in the samedirection as your vehicle.If the radar detects that yourvehicle is rapidly

WARNING: The collision warning system’s brake support canonly help reduce the speed at which a collision occurs if thedriver applies the vehicle’s bra

SENSOR BLOCKED SEE MANUAL (if equipped) — Displayed whenthe blind spot information system/cross traffic alert system sensors areblocked. See Blind Spo

Activating/deactivating collision warning systemTo turn the warning system and/or chime on or off and set the warningsensitivity <– –>, refer to

The BLIS威 and CTA has a yellowindicator (also referred to as thealert) located in the left and rightexterior mirrors. When the vehicle isstarted, the

BLIS威 detection limitations: Due to the nature of radar technology,there may be certain instances where vehicles entering and exiting theblind spot zo

The CTA system detects vehicles approaching up to 45 feet (14 meters)away. Coverage decreases when vehicles and objects in close proximityblock the CT

CTA detection limitations: Due to the nature of radar technology,there may be certain instances where vehicles entering and exiting theblind spot zone

BLIS威 and/or CTA fault operationIf the BLIS威 and/or CTA senses a fault on either the left or right sensor,the BLIS威 alert indicator will go on and rem

The following table lists possible causes and actions for this messagebeing displayed:The surface of the radar is dirty orobstructed in some wayClean

ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped with a full-time All Wheel Drive (AWD)system. The AWD system is an active syste

Driving on slippery surfaces with AWD vehiclesAWD vehicles are specially equipped for driving on sand, snow, mud andrough roads and have operating cha

Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damageto the transmission and tires may occur or the engine mayoverheat.WARNING: Always set the

COLLISION WARN NOT AVAILABLE SENSOR BLOCKED SEEMANUAL (if equipped) — Displayed when the collision warningsystem radar is blocked because of poor rada

SandWhen driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solidarea of the trail. Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to a lowergear

“Tread Lightly” is an educationalprogram designed to increase publicawareness of land-use regulationsand responsibilities in our nationswilderness are

Driving on snow and iceNote: Excessive tire slippage can cause transmission damage.AWD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice butc

Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can makeit more likely the vehicle will rollover as a result of a loss of control.Ford

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEGetting roadside assistanceTo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside

• towing of your disabled vehicle• emergency travel expense reimbursement• travel planning benefitsIn Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance co

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFFIn the event of a moderate to severe collision, this vehicle is equippedwith a fuel pump shut-off feature that stops the flow of fue

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey — — —3A Violet V

Passenger compartment fuse panelThe fuse panel is located under the instrument panel to the left of thesteering wheel.The fuses are coded as follows.F

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits8 10A Low beam headlamps (right)9 15A Interior lights, Cargo lamps10 15A Switch illumination, Puddle

MAX # OF KEYS LEARNED (if equipped) — Displayed during sparekey programming, after a fourth Intelligent Access Key is programmed orupon entering spare

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits27 20A Ignition switch, PEPS, Frontwipers, One-touch integrated start(OTIS)28 5A Start relay/Audio m

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits47 30A CircuitBreakerFront passenger power window,Rear power windows48 — Delayed accessory relayPowe

The high-current fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Circuits1 80A** Passenger compartment fusepanel power2 80A** Passeng

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Circuits26 10A* Backup relay27 25A* Fuel pump28 80A** Engine cooling fan29 — Not used30 — Not used31 — Not used3

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Circuits53 Half ISO relay PCM power relay54 — Not used55 Half ISO relay Front wiper relay56 Half ISO relay Rear

WARNING: Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for importantinformation. If the tire pressure monito

Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheellocation can lead to impairment of the following:• Handling, stability and braki

Stopping and securing the vehicle1. Park on a level surface, set theparking brake and activate hazardflashers.2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park)and

WARNING: To help prevent the vehicle from moving when youchange a tire, be sure to place the transmission in P (Park), setthe parking brake and block

3. Put the jack in the jack notchnext to the tire you are changing.Turn the jack handle clockwise untilthe wheel is completely off theground.Note: DO

Customer Assistance 318Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 324Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 324Cleaning 325Maintenance and Specifications 33

SERVICE ADVANCETRAC — Displayed when the AdvanceTrac威system has detected a condition that requires service.TO STOP ALARM START VEHICLE — Displayed whe

Stowing the tire and jack1. Fully collapse the jack, fold thelug wrench socket into the handleand place the jack and wrench intothe felt bag as shown.

If you are stowing the flat tire:1. Remove the extension bolt fromthe exterior pocket of the felt bag.2. Install the jack as shown inStep 4 under Stow

1. Air compressor (inside)2. Diverter knob3. On/Off button4. Air pressure gauge5. Deflation button6. Sealant bottle/canister7. Sealant filling clear t

• Read the information in the Tips for use of the temporary mobilitykit section to ensure safe operation of the temporary mobility kit andyour vehicle

• When inflating a tire or other objects, use the black air hose only. Donot use the transparent hose which is designed for sealant applicationonly.•

4. Plug the power cable into the 12Vpower point in the vehicle.5. Remove the warning sticker found on the canister and place it on thetop of the instr

Note: When the sealing compound is first added into the tire, theair pressure gauge reading on the compressor unit may indicate ahigher value; this is

3. Turn the dial clockwise to the air position. Turn on the kit by pressingthe on/off button.4. Adjust the tire to therecommended inflation pressurefr

Removal of the Sealant Canister from the Temporary Mobility Kit1. Unwrap the clear tube from thecompressor housing.2. Press the button located on thet

2. Once aligned, seat the sealantcanister by lightly pushing downuntil you hear an audible click.3. Wrap the clear tube around thecompressor housing.N

AUDIO SYSTEMSNote: If your volume is muted and MYKEY VOLUME LIMITED isdisplayed, refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for moreinformation

Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque*ft-lb N•m1/2-20 UNF 100 135* Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt andrust. Use only Ford rec

WARNING: Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containersor aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel™ system. This coulddamage the fuel system and i

Connecting the jumper cables1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery.Note: In the illustrations,

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery.4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an ex

Jump starting1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed.2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.3.

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicledamage may occur.Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized towtruck

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDWarranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized

In Canada:Mailing address (Ford vehicles)Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4Teleph

Setting the clockTo set the time, press CLOCK. Thedisplay will read SET TIME. Use thememory preset numbers (0–9) toenter in the desired time–hours and

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBBAUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss WarrantyAct, or to the ext

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM(U.S. ONLY)Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer.If a warranty con

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY)For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to fee

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living inCentral America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearestauthorized

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect which could cause a crashor could cause injury or death, youshould im

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which i

WAXING• Wash the vehicle first.• Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft威 PremiumLiquid Wax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your au

ENGINEEngines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:• Take care when

3.5L V6 ENGINE3.5L V6 SHO ENGINECleaning3282010 Taurus (500)Owners Guide, 3rd PrintingUSA (fus)

PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTSUse only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dealer.• For r

Saving presets automatically: Autoset allows you to set the strongestlocal radio stations without losing your original manually set presetstations for

INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENSClean the instrument panel, interior trim areas and cluster lens with aclean, damp, white cotton cloth,

• If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area firstwith Motorcraft威 Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14). In Canada, useMotorcraft威 Mul

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenanceinformation which makes tracking routine service easy.If your

OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom of the instrument panel nearthe steering column.2. Go to th

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT3.5L V6 engine1. Power steering fluid reservoir2. Engine coolant reservoir3. Brake fluid reservoir4. B

3.5L V6 SHO engine1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Brake fluid reservoir3. Battery4. Power distribution box5. Air filter assembly6. Automatic transmissio

Engine shieldSome vehicles may be equippedwith an aero-shield under theengine. This shield needs to beremoved for service, including oiland filter cha

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES1. Pull the wiper blade and armaway from the glass.2. Squeeze the locking tabs torelease the blade from the arm andpull the b

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level dipstick.6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again.• If the oil l

CD/MP3 PlayerCD: Press to enter CD/MP3 mode. Ifa disc is already loaded into thesystem, CD/MP3 play will beginwhere it ended last. If no CD is loaded,

• Do not overfill the enginewith oil. Oil levels above thismark may cause enginedamage. If the engine isoverfilled, some oil must beremoved from the e

Use SAE 5W-20 engine oilOnly use oils certified for gasoline engines by the American PetroleumInstitute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol confo

For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean anddry. Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened tothe

Because your vehicle’s engine is electronically controlled by a computer,some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. Whenthe bat

ENGINE COOLANTChecking engine coolantThe concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at theintervals listed in scheduled maintenance i

Note: Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use enginecoolant/antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specifiedfunction and v

• Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. Thesecan be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the enginecoolant.For vehicl

If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant permonth, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system.Your coolin

• Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequateprotection at the temperatures i

2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to a service facility.3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.4. Check the coola

SEEK: Press SEEK toaccess the previous/next track.CAT (Category) / FOLD(Folder):In MP3 mode only– PressCAT/FOLD and thenpressSEEK to access the previo

WARNING: Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or deathif misused or mishandled.WARNING: Gasoline may contain benzene, which is acancer-causing ag

WARNING: When refueling always shut the engine off andnever allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Neversmoke while refueling. Fuel vapor i

Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel systemYour fuel tank is equipped with an Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel fillersystem. This allows you to simply open the fuel fille

WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If you heara hissing sound near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel™ “no cap”fuel system), do not refuel u

Some stations offer fuels posted as⬙Regular⬙ with an octane ratingbelow 87, particularly in highaltitude areas. Fuels with octanelevels below 87 are n

• Normally, adding 1 gallon (3.8L) of fuel is enough to restart theengine. If the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade, more than1 gallon (3.8L

2. Slowly insert the funnel into theEasy Fuel™ system.3. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portable fuel container.4. When done, clean the funnel or

The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and shouldnot be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling yourvehicle after the fue

Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habitsGive consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to changea number of variables and

• Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried).• Adding cer

Satellite Radio (if equipped)Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radiosubscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availabil

If other than Ford, Motorcraft威 or Ford-authorized parts are used formaintenance replacements or for service of components affectingemission control,

2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel—the engine may misfire or runpoorly.3. The fuel fill inlet may not have been properly closed. See Easy Fuel™

The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control systemduring normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If thevehicle is not

BRAKE FLUIDThe fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels between the MIN andMAX

5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. Ifnecessary, refer to Identifying components in the engine compartmentin this

C. Remove the bolt cover (ifequipped).D. Remove two bolts that attach the air filter assembly to the front ofthe vehicle (2).E. Loosen the clamp holdi

WARNING: Do not run engine with the air filter disconnected.Start the engine and continue with Step 6.6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully

Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levelsBefore adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type offluid used is normally indicated

AIR FILTERRefer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriateintervals for changing the air filter element.When changing the air filter ele

4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt ordebris and to ensure good sealing.5. Install a new air filter element. Be careful

MEMORY PRESETS (0–9): Thereare 30 available presets, 10 each forSAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To savesatellite channels in your memory presets, tune to the des

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIESItems CapacityFord Part Name orequivalentFord Part Number /Ford SpecificationBrake fluidBetween MAX a

Items CapacityFord Part Name orequivalentFord Part Number /Ford SpecificationEngine oil 5.5 quarts (5.2L)•Motorcraft威 SAE 5W-20Premium SyntheticBlend

Items CapacityFord Part Name orequivalentFord Part Number /Ford SpecificationWindshield washer fluidTop-off fluid asneededMotorcraft威 PremiumWindshiel

ENGINE DATAEngine 3.5L V6 engine 3.5L V6 SHO engineCubic inches 214 214FuelSee Octanerecommendationsearlier in this chapter.See Octanerecommendations

3.5L V6 SHO engineIDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLESafety Compliance Certification LabelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requireth

Vehicle identification number (VIN)The vehicle identification number islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel.Please note that in the graphic,XXXX

TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONSYou can find a transmission code onthe Safety Compliance CertificationLabel. The following table tells youwhich transmis

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of

Peace of mindRemote startVehicle security systemsWheel locksFor maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accesso

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANSMore than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discoveredthe powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the on

• SONG SEEK MENU- Press OK to enter song seek menu.Press SEEK to scroll through the following options:a. SAVE THIS SONG: Press OK to save the currentl

Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for ItselfOne service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed theprice of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With

Ford Extended Service Plan3812010 Taurus (500)Owners Guide, 3rd PrintingUSA (fus)

AAccessory delay ...84Adaptive Cruise Control ...89AdvanceTrac ...251AdvanceTrac Sport Mod

Cargo cover ...85Cargo net ...111CD ...31Ce

through water ...280, 283EElectronic message center ...19Emergencies, roadsidejump-starting ...311running o

Heatingheating and air conditioningsystem ...50, 53, 55Homelink wireless controlsystem ...

Motorcraft威 parts ...332, 369Multi-contour seats ...149MyKey ...114NNavigation system

Occupant ClassificationSensor ...165warning light and chime ...172Safety restraints - LATCHanchors ...

fluid, checking and adding(automatic) ...363Trunk ...126remote release ...

• CHANNEL LOCKOUT MENU- Press OK to enter the ChannelLockout menu. Press theSEEK to scroll through the followingoptions:a. LOCK/UNLOCK THIS CHANNEL: P

CONGRATULATIONSCongratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to getwell acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The

The default setting is off.UseSEEK to adjust between SPEED OFF and levels 1–7:Increasing the level from 1 (lowest setting) to 7 (highest setting) allo

Your vehicle is equipped with anauxiliary input jack (AIJ). Theauxiliary input jack provides a wayto connect your portable musicplayer to the in-vehic

Troubleshooting:1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line leveloutputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are

Your vehicle may be equipped with aUSB port inside your center console.This feature allows you to plug inmedia playing devices, memorysticks, and also

CD/CD player careDo:• Handle discs by their edges only.(Never touch the playingsurface).• Inspect discs before playing.• Clean only with an approved C

CDs with homemade paper(adhesive) labels should not beinserted into the CD player asthe label may peel and cause theCD to become jammed. It isrecommen

Sample MP3 structureIf you are burning your own MP3discs, it is important to understandhow the system will read thestructures you create. While variou

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms caninterfere w

Radio Display Condition Action RequiredACQUIRING Radio requires morethan two seconds toproduce audio forthe selectedchannel.No action required. Thisme

Radio Display Condition Action RequiredNO TEXT Categoryinformation notavailable.Category information notavailable at this time onthis channel. The sys

Warning symbols on your vehicleWhen you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempti

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,refer to Message center in the

4. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use withrecirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/Cengages automaticall

During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary forextended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C inthe MAX A/C mo

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL(IF EQUIPPED)Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,refer to Message center in the In

4. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use withrecirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/Cengages automaticall

12. Power/Driver temperature: Press to activate/deactivate theclimate control system. When the system is off, outside air is preventedfrom entering th

Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.1. CLIMATE: Press to contro

10. Driver temperature: Press to increase/decrease the air temperaturefor the driver side of the vehicle. This control also adjusts the passengerside

• : Distributes air through the floor vents, rear seat floor vents.• : Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mistervents, floor v

For maximum cooling performance:• Automatic operation:1. Press AUTO for full automatic operation.2. Do not override A/C or(recirculated air).3. Set th

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils sincethese additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in theMaintenance

CABIN AIR FILTERThe cabin air filter element is designed to reduce the concentration ofairborne particles such as dust, spores and pollen in the air b

HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parking lamps,instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the low beam headlampso

4. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position. The headlampswill turn on.5. Wait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want (up to

Scenario 3:Conditions - The automatic high beam system is set to ON in themessage center. The headlamp switch is in(off), (park lamps),or(on).Operatio

• The camera is blocked.Note: Activating the multi-function lever will put the headlamps inmanual high beam mode (constant or flash-to-pass) until the

For significant blockages (e.g. bird dropping, bug splatter, snow, or ice),the automatic high beam system uses a blocked sensor computerprogram. If a

PANEL DIMMER CONTROLUse to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel and all applicablelit components in the vehicle duringheadlamp and parking lam

3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen andopen the hood.To see a clearer light pattern for adjusting, you may want to bloc

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL• Push down to activate the leftturn signal.• Push up to activate the right turnsignal.INTERIOR LAMPSDome lamps and map lampsThe ma

Ambient lighting (if equipped)Illuminates footwells and cupholderswith a choice of several colors. Theambient lighting control is located inthe center

Event Data RecordingThis vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). Themain prupose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or nearcrash-

Using the right bulbsReplacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbsmust be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America an

Replacing headlamp (low/high beam) bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open thehood.2. Reach in behind the headlamp ass

3. Remove the bulb socket byturning it counterclockwise andpulling it straight out.4. To remove the bulb, pull itstraight out of the bulb socket.Insta

4. Remove the bulb socket byrotating it counterclockwise, thenpulling it out of the lamp assembly.5. Pull the bulb straight from thesocket.Install new

Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbsYour vehicle is equipped with an LED high-mount brake lamp. It isdesigned to last the life of the vehicle. If rep

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the

Windshield washer: Push the endof the stalk:• briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid.• a quick push and hold: the wiperswill

TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING WHEELTo adjust the steering wheel:1. Pull the lever down to unlock thesteering column.2. While the lever is in the downpositio

OVERHEAD CONSOLEThe appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according toyour option package.Storage compartmentThe storage compartment

Compass zone adjustment1. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in for your geographiclocation by referring to the zonemap.2. Turn ignition to the on p

NOTE: Including to the extent that any law pertaining to EventData Recorders applies to SYNC威 or its features, please note thefollowing: Once 911 Assi

2. To calibrate, press and hold the 7and 9 radio preset buttons togetherfor approximately 10 seconds untilCAL appears. Release the buttons.3. Slowly d

Some consoles will have panel doorscovering the cupholders andswitches. Press the doors to openthem.Some cupholders will be equippedwith a divider. Pu

• do not leave battery chargers, video game adapters, computers andother devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked forextended period

Driver’s window one-touch up ordownDriver’s and passenger’s windowone-touch up or down (ifequipped)To operate one touch-down:• Press the switch comple

Bounce-Back (one-touch up or down windows only)When an obstacle has been detected in the window opening as thewindow is moving upward, the window will

POWER REAR SUNSHADE (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped with apower rear sunshade that covers therear window of your vehicle. Thecontrol is loca

Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harshabrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.Note: If equipped with a rear vie

Fold-away mirrorsPull the side mirrors in carefullywhen driving through a narrowspace, like an automatic car wash.POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQU

Using speed controlThe speed controls are located on the steering wheel. The followingbuttons work with speed control:RESUME: Press to resume a setspe

Increasing speed while using speed controlTo set a higher speed:• Press and hold SET + until you get to the desired speed, then release.You can also u

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that youuse extreme caution when

WARNING: Always pay close attention to changing roadconditions, especially when using Adaptive Cruise Control.Adaptive Cruise Control cannot replace a

3. Press and release the SET +control. The vehicle speed will bestored in the memory and themessage center will display SETXXX MPH (your desired speed

The vehicle brakes will be automatically applied to slow the vehicle tomaintain a safe distance between the vehicle in front. The maximumbraking which

Each time the vehicle is restarted, the last chosen gap will beautomatically selected.Note: It is the driver’s responsibility to select a gap appropri

Resuming the set speedPress and release the RESUMEcontrol. This will automaticallyreturn the vehicle to the previouslyset speed. The set speed will di

Turning off cruise controlPress the OFF button to turn off thecruise control.Note: When you turn off the cruisecontrol or the ignition, your cruisecon

• There may be issues with the detection of vehicles in front whendriving into and coming out of a bend or curve in the road.In these cases ACC may br

Cause ActionThe surface of the radar in thegrille is dirty or obstructed insome wayClean the grille surface in front ofthe radar or remove the objectc

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)Radio control featuresVOL + (Volume): Press to increasethe volume.VOL – (Volume): Press to decreasethe volume.(Se

SYNC威 system hands-freecontrol feature (if equipped)Pressbriefly to use the voicecommand feature. You will hear atone and LISTENING will appear inthe