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Driving WARNING: Remember that even advanced technology cannot defy the laws of physics. It's always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions. Aggressive driving on any road condition can cause you to lose control of your vehicle increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage. Activation of the AdvanceTrac௡ system is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road; this could reduce the operator's ability to control the vehicle potentially resulting in a loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. If your AdvanceTrac௡ system activates, SLOW DOWN. WARNING: If a failure has been detected within the AdvanceTrac௡ system, the stability control light will illuminate steadily, and you may hear a chime. If equipped with a message center, the vehicle will also indicate a failure with the brake system. Have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. Operating your vehicle with AdvanceTrac௡ disabled could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. The AdvanceTrac௡ system automatically enables each time the engine is started. All features of the AdvanceTrac௡ system (TCS and ESC) are active and monitor the vehicle from start-up. However, the system will only intervene if the driving situation requires it. The AdvanceTrac௡ system includes a stability control switch located on the instrument panel, a stability control light and a stability control off light in the instrument cluster. Both the stability control light and the stability control off light in the instrument cluster will illuminate temporarily during 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 authorized dealer immediately. If equipped with a message center, the vehicle will also indicate a failure with the brake system. Note: If the system cannot be turned off, refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. When AdvanceTrac௡ performs a normal system self-check, some drivers may notice a slight movement of the brake, and/or a rumble, grunting, or grinding noise after startup and when driving off. 252 2010 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

Section	Page
Table of Contents	1
Introduction	4
CONGRATULATIONS	4
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION	4
Warning symbols in this guide	4
Warning symbols on your vehicle	5
Protecting the environment	5
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL	5
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE	5
SPECIAL NOTICES	6
New Vehicle Limited Warranty	6
Special instructions	6
DATA RECORDING	6
Service Data Recording	6
Event Data Recording	7
CELL PHONE USE	8
EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION	9
Instrument Cluster	12
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES	12
GAUGES	17
MESSAGE CENTER	19
Info	19
System check and vehicle feature customization	21
System warnings	24
Entertainment Systems	31
AUDIO SYSTEMS	31
AM/FM CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system	31
Setting the clock	32
AM/FM Radio	32
RDS Radio	33
CD/MP3 Player	34
Satellite Radio (if equipped)	36
Sound Adjustments	39
Extra Features	40
Auxiliary input jack (Line in)	40
USB port (if equipped)	42
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION	43
Satellite radio information (if equipped)	46
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	49
SYNC (IF EQUIPPED)	49
Climate Controls	50
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	50
Operating tips	51
DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)	53
DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (NAVIGATION BASED – IF EQUIPPED)	55
TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS	57
VOICE COMMANDS IN CLIMATE MODE	58
Operating tips	58
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER	59
CABIN AIR FILTER	60
Lights	61
HEADLAMP CONTROL	61
Autolamp control (if equipped)	61
Autolamps - programmable exit delay	61
High beams	62
Auto high beams (if equipped)	62
Flash-to-pass	65
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)	65
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL	66
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS	66
Vertical aim adjustment	66
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL	68
INTERIOR LAMPS	68
Dome lamps and map lamps	68
Ambient lighting (if equipped)	69
BULB REPLACEMENT	69
Lamp assembly condensation	69
Using the right bulbs	70
Replacing interior bulbs	70
Replacing exterior bulbs	70
Replacing headlamp (low/high beam) bulbs	71
Replacing HID headlamp bulbs (if equipped)	71
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs	71
Replacing rear brake/tail/turn and side marker lamp bulbs	72
Replacing backup lamp bulbs	73
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs	74
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs	74
Replacing supplemental park lamp bulbs	74
Driver Controls	75
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER	75
Windshield wiper rainlamp feature	76
TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL	77
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR	77
OVERHEAD CONSOLE	78
Storage compartment	78
ELECTRONIC COMPASS (IF EQUIPPED)	78
Compass zone adjustment	79
Compass calibration adjustment	79
CENTER CONSOLE	80
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)	81
POWER WINDOWS	82
Global open windows (if equipped)	82
One-touch up or down	82
Bounce-Back (one-touch up or down windows only)	84
Security override	84
Window lock	84
Accessory delay	84
POWER REAR SUNSHADE (IF EQUIPPED)	85
INTERIOR MIRROR	85
Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped)	85
EXTERIOR MIRRORS	86
Power side view mirrors	86
Fold-away mirrors	87
POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)	87
SPEED CONTROL	87
Using speed control	88
Setting speed control	88
Disengaging speed control	88
Resuming a set speed	88
Increasing speed while using speed control	89
Reducing speed while using speed control	89
Turning off speed control	89
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) (IF EQUIPPED)	89
Setting adaptive cruise control	90
Setting the gap distance	92
Disengaging adaptive cruise control	93
Overriding adaptive cruise control	93
Changing the set speed	93
Resuming the set speed	94
Low speed automatic cancellation	94
Hilly condition usage	94
Turning off cruise control	95
Detection issues	95
ACC not available	96
Blocked sensor	96
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)	98
Radio control features	98
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)	99
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (IF EQUIPPED)	100
HomeLink Wireless Control System (if equipped)	101
Programming	102
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming	103
Operating the HomeLink Wireless Control System	104
Erasing HomeLink buttons	104
Reprogramming a single HomeLink button	104
Car2U Home Automation System (if equipped)	105
Types of garage door openers (rolling code and fixed code)	105
Rolling code programming	106
Fixed code programming	108
Erasing the Car2U Home Automation System buttons	109
FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada Compliance	110
INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL	111
CARGO AREA FEATURES	111
Cargo net (if equipped)	111
Locks and Security	112
KEYS	112
Intelligent Access Key (IA key) (if equipped)	113
MYKEY™	114
POWER DOOR LOCKS	120
Smart unlocks	120
Smart unlocks for intelligent access keys (IA key) (if equipped)	120
Central unlocking/Two-stage unlocking for intelligent access keys (if equipped)	121
Autolock feature	121
Deactivating/activating autolock feature	121
Power door lock switch autolock enable/disable procedure	122
Keyless entry keypad autolock enable/disable procedure	123
Autounlock feature	123
Deactivating/activating autounlock feature	123
Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedure	124
Keyless entry keypad autounlock enable/disable procedure	125
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS	125
INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE	126
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM	127
Intelligent access (if equipped)	129
Unlocking the doors/two stage unlock	130
Opening front windows and moon roof (if equipped)	130
Locking the doors	130
Car finder	131
Sounding a panic alarm	131
Opening the trunk	131
Memory feature (seat, mirrors and adjustable pedals)	131
Programming memory feature to transmitter	131
Deprogramming memory feature from the transmitter	132
Replacing the battery	133
Replacing lost integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) or intelligent access keys (IA keys)	134
How to reprogram your integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) or intelligent access keys (IA keys)	134
Illuminated entry	134
Illuminated exit	135
Battery saver	135
Accessory mode battery saver for intelligent access keys with push button start (if equipped)	135
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM	136
Programming a personal entry code and keypad association to memory seats, mirrors and adjustable pedals (if equipped)	136
Erasing personal code	137
Anti-scan feature	137
Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry	137
SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM	138
Anti-theft indicator	139
Automatic arming	139
Automatic disarming	139
Replacement integrated keyhead transmitters (IKT) or intelligent access keys	140
Programming spare keys	140
PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	143
Arming the system	143
Disarming the system	144
Triggering the anti-theft system	144
Seating and Safety Restraints	145
SEATING	145
Adjustable head restraints	145
Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)	148
Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)	148
Multi-contour seat (if equipped)	149
Adjusting the front power seat	150
Using the power lumbar support (if equipped)	152
Dual setting heated seats (if equipped)	152
Three-position heated and cooled seats (if equipped)	153
Climate controlled seats air filter replacement	154
Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped)	156
Easy entry/exit feature (if equipped)	157
REAR SEATS	157
Non-adjustable second-row outboard head restraints	157
Adjustable second row center head restraint	159
Split-folding rear seat	161
Seat-mounted cup holders and armrest storage compartment (if equipped)	162
Rear heated seats (if equipped)	163
SAFETY RESTRAINTS	164
Personal Safety System™	164
How does the Personal Safety System™ work?	164
Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints	165
Front crash severity sensor	165
Driver’s seat position sensor	165
Front passenger sensing system	165
Front safety belt usage sensors	166
Front safety belt pretensioners	166
Front safety belt energy management retractors	166
Determining if the Personal Safety System™ is operational	166
Safety belt precautions	167
Combination lap and shoulder belts	168
Energy management feature — front outboard	169
Vehicle sensitive mode	169
Automatic locking mode	169
When to use the automatic locking mode	170
How to use the automatic locking mode	170
How to disengage the automatic locking mode	171
Safety belt height adjustment	171
Safety belt pretensioner	171
Safety belt extension assembly	172
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime	172
Conditions of operation	172
Belt-Minder	173
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder feature	175
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)	177
Important supplemental restraint system precautions	178
Children and airbags	179
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?	180
Front passenger sensing system	181
Determining if the system is operational	186
Seat-mounted side airbag system	186
How does the side airbag system work?	187
Safety Canopy System	188
How does the Safety Canopy system work?	189
Determining if the system is operational	191
SOS Post-Crash Alert System™	191
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles	192
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN	192
Important child restraint precautions	192
Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children	194
Transporting children	196
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN	197
Infant and/or toddler seats	197
Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts	197
Attaching child safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) attachments	200
Combining safety belt and LATCH lower anchors for attaching child safety seats	203
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps	203
Child booster seats	204
When children should use booster seats	205
Types of booster seats	206
The importance of shoulder belts	207
Child restraint and safety belt maintenance	208
Tires, Wheels and Loading	209
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING	209
Treadwear	209
Traction AA A B C	209
Temperature A B C	210
TIRES	210
Glossary of tire terminology	210
INFLATING YOUR TIRES	211
TIRE CARE	213
Inspecting your tires and wheel valve stems	213
Tire wear	214
Damage	214
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)	215
Tire replacement requirements	215
Safety practices	216
Highway hazards	217
Tire and wheel alignment	217
Tire rotation	217
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL	219
Information on “P” type tires	219
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires	222
Information on “T” type tires	223
Location of the tire label	223
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)	224
Understanding your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)	226
When your temporary spare tire is installed	226
When you believe your system is not operating properly	227
When inflating your tires	228
How temperature affects your tire pressure	228
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS	229
SUMMER TIRES	230
VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER	230
TRAILER TOWING	237
Preparing to tow	237
Hitches	237
Safety chains	237
Trailer brakes	238
Trailer lamps	238
Driving while you tow	238
Servicing after towing	239
Trailer towing tips	239
RECREATIONAL TOWING	239
Driving	241
STARTING	241
Positions of the ignition (if equipped)	241
Starting your vehicle	241
Important safety precautions	242
Starting the engine	243
Push button start system (if equipped)	244
Guarding against exhaust fumes	246
Important ventilating information	247
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)	247
BRAKES	248
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)	249
Using ABS	249
Brake assist	249
ABS warning lamp	249
Parking brake	250
ADVANCETRAC STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM	251
STEERING	256
BRAKE-SHIFT INTERLOCK	257
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION	259
Automatic transmission adaptive learning	259
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatic transmission with transmission control switch (if equipped)	259
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed with SelectShift Automatic™ transmission (SST) (if equipped)	261
Paddle shifters	262
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	263
REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	265
COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	267
BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (BLIS) WITH CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (CTA) (IF EQUIPPED)	270
ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	277
Driving on slippery surfaces with AWD vehicles	278
Basic operating principles	278
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement	278
If your vehicle gets stuck	278
Emergency maneuvers	279
AWD Systems (if equipped)	279
Sand	280
Mud and water	280
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain	281
Driving on snow and ice	282
Maintenance and Modifications	282
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	283
Roadside Emergencies	284
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE	284
Getting roadside assistance	284
Using roadside assistance	285
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL	285
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF	286
FUSES AND RELAYS	286
Fuses	286
Standard fuse amperage rating and color	287
Passenger compartment fuse panel	288
Power distribution box	291
CHANGING THE TIRES	294
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information	295
Stopping and securing the vehicle	297
Removing the spare tire and jack	297
Tire change procedure	297
Stowing the tire and jack	300
TEMPORARY MOBILITY KIT (IF EQUIPPED)	301
General information	302
Tips for use of the temporary mobility kit	303
What to do when a tire is punctured	304
First stage: Reinflating the tire with sealing compound and air	304
Second stage: Checking tire pressure	306
What to do after the tire has been sealed	307
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS	309
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL	310
JUMP STARTING	311
Preparing your vehicle	311
Connecting the jumper cables	312
Jump starting	314
Removing the jumper cables	314
WRECKER TOWING	316
Emergency towing	317
Customer Assistance	318
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED	318
Away from home	318
Additional assistance	319
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)	320
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)	321
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)	322
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA	322
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE	323
Obtaining a French Owner’s Guide	323
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)	324
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)	324
Cleaning	325
WASHING THE EXTERIOR	325
WAXING	326
PAINT CHIPS	326
ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS	326
ENGINE	327
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS	329
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES	329
INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS	330
INTERIOR	330
LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)	331
UNDERBODY	331
FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS	332
Maintenance and Specifications	333
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS	333
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE	333
Working with the engine off	333
Working with the engine on	333
OPENING THE HOOD	334
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT	335
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID	337
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES	338
ENGINE OIL	338
Checking the engine oil	338
Adding engine oil	340
Engine oil and filter recommendations	340
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil	341
BATTERY	341
ENGINE COOLANT	344
Checking engine coolant	344
Adding engine coolant	345
Recycled engine coolant	347
Coolant refill capacity	347
Severe climates	347
What you should know about fail-safe cooling	348
How fail-safe cooling works	348
When fail-safe mode is activated	348
FUEL FILTER	349
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS	349
Important safety precautions	349
Refueling	351
Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system	352
Choosing the right fuel	353
Octane recommendations	353
Fuel quality	354
Cleaner air	354
Running out of fuel	354
Refilling with a portable fuel container	355
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY	356
Measuring techniques	356
Filling the tank	356
Calculating fuel economy	357
Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits	358
Habits	358
Maintenance	358
Conditions	358
EPA fuel economy estimates	359
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM	359
On-board diagnostics (OBD-II)	360
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing	361
POWER STEERING FLUID (EXCEPT SHO ENGINE)	362
BRAKE FLUID	363
TRANSMISSION FLUID	363
Checking automatic transmission fluid	363
Low fluid level	366
Correct fluid level	366
High fluid level	366
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels	367
AIR FILTER	368
Changing the air filter element	368
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS	369
MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES	370
ENGINE DATA	373
Engine drivebelt routing	373
IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE	374
Safety Compliance Certification Label	374
Vehicle identification number (VIN)	375
TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS	376
Accessories	377
GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE	377
Exterior style	377
Interior style	377
Lifestyle	377
Peace of mind	378
Ford Extended Service Plan	379
FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS	379

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WARNING:

Remember that even advanced technology cannot

defy the laws of physics. It’s always possible to lose control of a

vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions. Aggressive

driving on any road condition can cause you to lose control of your

vehicle increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage.

Activation of the AdvanceTrac

system is an indication that at least

some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road; this

could reduce the operator’s ability to control the vehicle potentially

resulting in a loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury

and death. If your AdvanceTrac

system activates, SLOW DOWN.

WARNING:

If a failure has been detected within the

AdvanceTrac

system, the stability control light will illuminate

steadily, and you may hear a chime. If equipped with a message center,

the vehicle will also indicate a failure with the brake system. Have the

system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. Operating your

vehicle with AdvanceTrac

disabled could lead to an increased risk of

loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.

The AdvanceTrac

system automatically enables each time the engine is

started. All features of the AdvanceTrac

system (TCS and ESC) are

active and monitor the vehicle from start-up. However, the system will

only intervene if the driving situation requires it.

The AdvanceTrac

system includes

a stability control switch located on

the instrument panel, a stability

control light and a stability control

off light in the instrument cluster.

Both the stability control light and

the stability control off light in the instrument cluster will illuminate

temporarily during 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

authorized dealer immediately. If equipped with a message center, the

vehicle will also indicate a failure with the brake system.

Note:

If the system cannot be turned off, refer to

MyKey™

in the

Locks

and Security

chapter for more information.

When AdvanceTrac

performs a normal system self-check, some drivers

may notice a slight movement of the brake, and/or a rumble, grunting, or

grinding noise after startup and when driving off.

Driving

252

2010 Taurus

(500)

Owners Guide, 3rd Printing

USA

(fus)