2010 Ford Taurus Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 256
2010 Ford Taurus Manual
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Driving AdvanceTrac sport mode The AdvanceTrac system provides an available sport mode on some models. This can be selected utilizing the AdvanceTrac off control switch as shown in the table above. Sport mode is not intended for use on public roadways 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. STEERING 3.5L V6 engine (SHO): Your vehicle is equipped with an electric power steering (EPS) system. There is no fluid reservoir to check or fill. If your vehicle loses electrical power while you are driving (or if the ignition is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort. Extreme continuous steering may increase the effort it takes for you to steer. This occurs to prevent internal overheating and permanent damage to your steering system. If this should occur, you will neither lose the ability to steer the vehicle manually nor will it cause permanent damage. Typical steering and driving maneuvers will allow the system to cool and steering assist will return to normal. The EPS system has diagnostic checks that continuously monitor the EPS system to ensure proper operation. When a system error is detected, the following message SERVICE POWER STEERING, SERVICE POWER STEERING NOW or POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT may display in the message center, refer to the Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information. WARNING: The EPS system has diagnostics checks that continuously monitor the EPS system to ensure proper operation of the electronic system. When an electronic error is detected, the message POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT will be displayed in the message center. If this happens, stop the vehicle in a safe place, and turn off the engine. After at least 10 seconds, reset the system by restarting the engine, and watch the message center for POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT. If the message returns, or returns while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked. With the message displayed, the steering assist is turned off, making the vehicle harder to steer. 256 2010 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)