2019 Ford Taurus Owner's Manual
Year:
2019
Make:
Ford
Model:
Taurus
Rating:
Table of Contents
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2
Introduction
10
About This Manual
10
Symbols Glossary
10
Data Recording
12
Perchlorate
14
Ford Credit
14
Replacement Parts Recommendation
15
Special Notices
15
Mobile Communications Equipment
16
Export Unique Options
16
Environment
17
Protecting the Environment
17
At a Glance
18
Instrument Panel Overview
18
Child Safety
20
General Information
20
Installing Child Restraints
21
Booster Seats
27
Child Restraint Positioning
29
Child Safety Locks
31
Seatbelts
32
Principle of Operation
32
Fastening the Seatbelts
33
Seatbelt Height Adjustment
35
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime
35
Seatbelt Reminder
36
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance
37
Seatbelt Extension
38
Personal Safety System™
39
Personal Safety System™
39
Supplementary Restraints System
40
Principle of Operation
40
Driver and Passenger Airbags
41
Front Passenger Sensing System
42
Side Airbags
44
Safety Canopy™
45
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
47
Airbag Disposal
48
Keys and Remote Controls
49
General Information on Radio Frequencies
49
Remote Control
49
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
53
MyKey™
54
Principle of Operation
54
Creating a MyKey
55
Clearing All MyKeys
55
Checking MyKey System Status
56
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems
56
MyKey Troubleshooting
56
Doors and Locks
58
Locking and Unlocking
58
Keyless Entry
61
Interior Luggage Compartment Release
63
Security
65
Passive Anti-Theft System
65
Anti-Theft Alarm
66
Steering Wheel
67
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
67
Audio Control
67
Voice Control
67
Cruise Control
68
Information Display Control
68
Heated Steering Wheel
68
Pedals
69
Adjusting the Pedals
69
Wipers and Washers
70
Windshield Wipers
70
Autowipers
70
Windshield Washers
71
Lighting
72
General Information
72
Lighting Control
72
Autolamps
73
Instrument Lighting Dimmer
73
Headlamp Exit Delay
74
Daytime Running Lamps
74
Automatic High Beam Control
74
Direction Indicators
75
Interior Lamps
76
Ambient Lighting
76
Windows and Mirrors
77
Power Windows
77
Global Opening
78
Exterior Mirrors
78
Interior Mirror
80
Sun Visors
80
Moonroof
80
Instrument Cluster
82
Gauges
82
Warning Lamps and Indicators
84
Audible Warnings and Indicators
87
Information Displays
88
General Information
88
Information Messages
97
Climate Control
108
Manual Climate Control
108
Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Sony Audio System
109
Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: SYNC
110
Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: SYNC 3
112
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate
113
Heated Rear Window
115
Heated Exterior Mirrors
115
Cabin Air Filter
116
Remote Start
116
Seats
117
Sitting in the Correct Position
117
Head Restraints
117
Manual Seats
119
Power Seats
120
Memory Function
123
Rear Seats
124
Heated Seats
124
Climate Controlled Seats
125
Universal Garage Door Opener
127
Universal Garage Door Opener
127
Auxiliary Power Points
132
Auxiliary Power Points
132
Storage Compartments
133
Center Console
133
Overhead Console
133
Rear Seat Armrest
133
Starting and Stopping the Engine
134
General Information
134
Ignition Switch
134
Keyless Starting
135
Starting a Gasoline Engine
135
Engine Block Heater
137
Fuel and Refueling
139
Safety Precautions
139
Fuel Quality - E85
139
Fuel Quality - Gasoline
141
Fuel Filler Funnel Location
141
Running Out of Fuel
141
Refueling
143
Fuel Consumption
146
Engine Emission Control
148
Emission Law
148
Catalytic Converter
149
Transmission
152
Automatic Transmission
152
All-Wheel Drive
156
Using All-Wheel Drive
156
Brakes
163
General Information
163
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
164
Parking Brake
164
Hill Start Assist
164
Traction Control
166
Principle of Operation
166
Using Traction Control
166
Stability Control
167
Principle of Operation
167
Using Stability Control
168
Parking Aids
170
Principle of Operation
170
Rear Parking Aid
170
Active Park Assist
171
Rear View Camera
175
Cruise Control
179
Principle of Operation
179
Using Cruise Control
179
Using Adaptive Cruise Control
180
Driving Aids
186
Driver Alert
186
Lane Keeping System
187
Blind Spot Information System
192
Cross Traffic Alert
194
Steering
197
Collision Warning System
197
Load Carrying
200
Load Limit
200
Towing
205
Towing a Trailer
205
Recommended Towing Weights
206
Essential Towing Checks
207
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
209
Driving Hints
210
Breaking-In
210
Economical Driving
210
Driving Through Water
211
Floor Mats
211
Roadside Emergencies
213
Roadside Assistance
213
Hazard Flashers
214
Fuel Shutoff
214
Jump Starting the Vehicle
215
Post-Crash Alert System
217
Transporting the Vehicle
217
Customer Assistance
219
Getting the Services You Need
219
In California (U.S. Only)
220
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
221
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
222
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
222
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
224
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
224
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
224
Fuses
226
Fuse Specification Chart
226
Changing a Fuse
235
Maintenance
237
General Information
237
Opening and Closing the Hood
237
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Duratec
238
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost™
240
Engine Oil Dipstick - 3.5L Duratec/3.5L Ecoboost™
241
Engine Oil Check
241
Oil Change Indicator Reset
242
Engine Coolant Check
243
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 3.5L Duratec/3.5L Ecoboost™
247
Brake Fluid Check
250
Power Steering Fluid Check
251
Washer Fluid Check
251
Fuel Filter
251
Changing the 12V Battery
251
Checking the Wiper Blades
253
Changing the Wiper Blades
254
Adjusting the Headlamps
254
Changing a Bulb
255
Changing the Engine Air Filter
256
Vehicle Care
258
General Information
258
Cleaning Products
258
Cleaning the Exterior
258
Waxing
260
Cleaning the Engine
260
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
260
Cleaning the Interior
261
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
261
Cleaning Leather Seats
262
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
263
Cleaning the Wheels
263
Vehicle Storage
263
Wheels and Tires
266
General Information
266
Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit
266
Tire Care
272
Using Summer Tires
285
Using Snow Chains
285
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
286
Changing a Road Wheel
290
Technical Specifications
294
Capacities and Specifications
296
Engine Specifications - 3.5L Duratec
296
Engine Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost™
296
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Duratec
297
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost™
298
Vehicle Identification Number
299
Vehicle Certification Label
300
Transmission Code Designation
300
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Duratec
301
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost™
305
Bulb Specification Chart
310
Audio System
311
General Information
311
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: SYNC
312
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: SYNC 3
317
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony Audio System
318
Satellite Radio
319
Audio Input Jack
321
USB Port
322
Media Hub
322
SYNC™
324
General Information
324
Using Voice Recognition
326
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone
329
SYNC™ Applications and Services
342
SYNC™ AppLink™
344
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player
345
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
355
SYNC™ 3
364
General Information
364
Home Screen
376
Using Voice Recognition
377
Entertainment
384
Climate
394
Phone
396
Navigation
402
Apps
410
Settings
413
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting
427
Accessories
441
Accessories
441
Ford Protect
443
Ford Protect
443
Scheduled Maintenance
445
General Maintenance Information
445
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
448
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance
451
Scheduled Maintenance Record
453
Appendices
463
Electromagnetic Compatibility
463
End User License Agreement
465
Declaration of Conformity
491
Type Approvals
491
FAQ about the 2019 Ford Taurus Manual
What contains the 2019 Taurus manual?
The Ford Taurus owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by Ford to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the Ford Taurus. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a Ford Taurus 2019 owner's manual:
- Maintenance for your Ford Taurus, such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and fluid checks
- Environmental Information about environmentally-friendly driving practices
- Handling the Unexpected, including tire changes, jump-starting, and common car issues
- Instrument Panel and Controls, including dashboard indicators, warning lights, and controls
- Best practice for driving your Ford Taurus
Where to download the 2019 Ford Taurus Owners Manual?
The Ford Taurus owner manual for the 2019 model year is to be found on this page.
Is the manual for the Ford Taurus year 2019 free?
Yes, the owner manual for the model year 2019 is free, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
The Ford Taurus (2019) owner's manual is available in English?
Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2019 is available in English.
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