2016 Ford Taurus Owners Manual

If you see any unacceptable condensation, have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.

LIGHTING CONTROL

Off. Parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. Headlamps.

High Beams

Push the lever away from you to switch the high beam on. Push the lever away from you again or pull the lever toward you to switch the high beam off.

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If equipped, the following also activate when the lighting control is in the autolamps position and you switch them on in the information display: • Configurable daytime running lamps. • Automatic high beam control. • Adaptive headlamp control. The headlamps remain on for a period of time after you switch the ignition off. Use the information display controls to adjust the period of time that the headlamps remain on. See Information Displays (page 86). Note: With the headlamps in the autolamps position, you cannot switch the high beam headlamps on until the autolamps system turns the low beam headlamps on. Windshield Wiper Activated Headlamps The windshield wiper activated headlamps turn on within 10 seconds when you switch the windshield wipers on and the lighting control is in the autolamps position. They turn off approximately 60 seconds after you switch the windshield wipers off. The headlamps do not turn on by wiper activation: • During a mist wipe. • When the wipers are on to clear washer

fluid during a wash condition. If the wipers are in intermittent mode.

• Note: If you switch autolamps and autowipers on, the headlamps will automatically turn on when the windshield wipers continuously operate.

Headlamp Flasher

Slightly pull the lever toward you and release it to flash the headlamps. AUTOLAMPS

WARNING

The autolamps switch position may not activate the headlamps in all low visibility conditions, such as daytime

fog. Make sure the headlamps are switched to auto or on, as appropriate, during all low visibility conditions. Failure to do so may result in a crash.

When the lighting control is in the autolamps position, the headlamps automatically turn on in low light situations or when the wipers activate.

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INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER Note: If you disconnect and connect the battery, or fully discharge and charge the battery, the lighting level will switch to the maximum setting.

Follow the steps below to change the delay time (Steps 1 through 6 must be done within 10 seconds): 1. Switch the ignition off. 2. Turn the lighting control to the

autolamp position.

3. Turn the lighting control to the off

position.

4. Switch the ignition on. 5. Switch the ignition off. 6. Turn the lighting control to the

autolamp position. The headlamps and parking lamps will turn on.

7. Turn the lighting control to the off

position when the desired delay time has been reached. The headlamps and parking lamps will turn off. You can set the headlamp exit delay to one of the following settings: • Off. • • •

10 seconds. 20 seconds. 120 seconds.

Note: You can also adjust the time delay using the display controls in the instrument cluster. See Information Displays (page 86). DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS

WARNING

The daytime running lamps system does not activate the rear lamps and may not provide adequate lighting

during low visibility driving conditions. Also, the autolamps switch position may not activate the headlamps in all low visibility conditions, such as daytime fog. Make sure the headlamps are switched to auto or on, as appropriate, during all low visibility conditions. Failure to do so may result in a crash.

Use the instrument lighting dimmer to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable lighting in your vehicle. •

Tap the top or bottom of the control to the first detent to brighten or dim all interior lighting incrementally.

• Press and hold the top or bottom of

the control to the first detent until you reach the desired lighting level.

• Press and hold the top of the control

to the second detent to switch the interior lights on.

• Press and hold the bottom of the

control to the second detent to switch the interior lights off.

HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY You can set the delay time to keep the headlamps on for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off.

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Note: Modification of the vehicle ride height such as using much larger tires, may degrade feature performance. A camera sensor, centrally mounted behind the windshield of your vehicle, continuously monitors conditions to decide when to turn the high beams off and on. Once the system is active, the high beams will turn on if: • • •

The ambient light level is low enough. There is no traffic in front of the vehicle. The vehicle speed is greater than 32 mph (52 km/h).

The high beams will turn off if: •

The system detects the headlamps of an approaching vehicle or the tail lamps of a preceding vehicle.

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•

• Vehicle speed falls below 27 mph

(44 km/h). The ambient light level is high enough that high beams are not required. The system detects severe rain, snow or fog. • The camera is blocked. Activating the System Switch on the system using the information display and autolamps. See Information Displays (page 86). Switch the lighting control to the autolamps position. See Autolamps (page 70).

The daytime running lamps turn on when: 1. The ignition is switched to the on

position.

2. The lighting control is in the off

position, parking lamps position or the autolamps position, and the sensor detects daylight.

AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM CONTROL (If Equipped) The system will automatically turn on your high beams if it is dark enough and no other traffic is present. When it detects the headlights of an approaching vehicle, the tail lamps of the preceding vehicle or street lighting, the system will turn off the high beams before they distract other drivers. The low beams remain on. Note: If it appears that automatic control of the high beams is not functioning properly, check the windshield in front of the camera for a blockage. A clear view of the road is required for proper system operation. Have any windshield damage in the area of the camera’s field-of-view repaired. Note: If the system detects a blockage such as bird droppings, bug splatter, snow or ice, and you do not observe changes, the system will go into low beam mode until you clear the blockage. A message may also appear in the instrument cluster display noting the front camera is blocked. Note: Typical road dust, dirt and water spots will not affect the performance of the automatic high beam system. However, in cold or inclement weather conditions, you will notice a decrease in the availability of the high beam system, especially at start up. If you want to change the beam state independently of the automatic control, you may switch the high beams on or off using the lever. Automatic control will resume when conditions are correct.

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Manually Overriding the System

INTERIOR LAMPS The lamps will switch on when you have met one of the following conditions: • • •

You open any door. You press a remote control button. You press the outer edge of the clear lens on the front row map lamp.

Front Row Map Lamps

When the automatic control has activated the high beams, pushing or pulling the stalk will provide a temporary override to low beam. Use the information display menu to permanently deactivate the system, or switch the lighting control from autolamps to headlamps. DIRECTION INDICATORS

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•

To operate the left direction indicator, push the lever down until it stops. To operate the right direction indicator, push the lever up until it stops.

Note: Tap the lever up or down to make the direction indicators flash three times.

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To switch on the map lamps, press the outer edge of the clear lens. The front row map lamp will automatically turn on when: • Any door is opened. •

You press and hold the top of the instrument lighting dimmer switch past the first detent. You press any of the remote entry controls and the ignition is in the off position.

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Second Row Map Lamps

Reading lamps.

The second row lamps light when: • Any door is open. •

You press and hold the top of the instrument lighting dimmer switch past the first detent. You press any of the remote entry controls and the ignition is in the off position.

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Bounce-Back The window will stop automatically while closing. It reverses some distance if there is an obstacle in the way. Overriding the Bounce-Back Feature

WARNING

When you override the bounce-back feature the window will not reverse if it detects an obstacle. Take care

when closing the windows to avoid personal injury or damage to your vehicle.

Pull up the window switch and hold within a few seconds of the window reaching the bounce-back position. The window travels up with no bounce-back protection. The window stops if you release the switch before the window closes fully. Window Lock

Press the control to lock or unlock the rear window controls. It will illuminate when you lock the rear window controls. Accessory Delay You can use the window switches for several minutes after you switch the ignition off or until you open either front door.

POWER WINDOWS WARNINGS

Do not leave children unattended in your vehicle and do not let them play with the power windows. They may

seriously injure themselves.

When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and make sure that

children and pets are not in the proximity of the window openings.

Note: You may hear a pulsing noise when just one of the windows is open. Lower the opposite window slightly to reduce this noise. Press the switch to open the window. Lift the switch to close the window. One-Touch Down Press the switch fully and release it. Press again or lift it to stop the window. One-Touch Up Lift the switch fully and release it. Press or lift it again to stop the window.

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GLOBAL OPENING (If Equipped) You can use the remote control to operate the windows with the ignition off. Note: You can enable or disable this feature in the information display, or see an authorized dealer. See General Information (page 86). Note: To operate this feature, accessory delay must not be active. Opening the Windows You can open the windows for a short time after you unlock your vehicle with the remote control. After you unlock your vehicle, press and hold the remote control unlock button to open the windows and vent the moonroof. Release the button once movement starts. Press the lock or unlock button to stop movement. Note: Only the front windows are operated during global opening. EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power Exterior Mirrors WARNING

Do not adjust the mirrors when your vehicle is moving.

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Left-hand mirror Adjustment control Right-hand mirror

To adjust a mirror: 1. Select the mirror you want to adjust.

The control will illuminate.

2. Adjust the position of the mirror. 3. Press the mirror switch again. Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors Push the mirror toward the door window glass. Make sure that you fully engage the mirror in its support when returning it to its original position. Heated Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped) See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page 114). Memory Mirrors (If Equipped) You can save and recall the mirror positions through the memory function. See Memory Function (page 122). Auto-Dimming Feature (If Equipped) The driver’s exterior mirror will automatically dim when the interior auto-dimming mirror is activated.

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Puddle Lamps (If Equipped) The lamps on the bottom part of the mirror housing light when you use your transmitter to unlock the doors or when you open a door. Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors (If Equipped)

WARNING

Objects in the blind spot mirror are closer than they appear.

Blind spot mirrors have an integrated convex mirror built into the upper outboard corner of the exterior mirrors. They are designed to increase your visibility along the side of your vehicle. Check the main mirror first before a lane change, then check the blind spot mirror. If no vehicles are present in the blind spot mirror and the traffic in the adjacent lane is at a safe distance, signal that you intend to change lanes. Glance over your shoulder to verify traffic is clear and carefully change lanes.

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The image of the approaching vehicle is small and near the inboard edge of the main mirror when it is at a distance. The image becomes larger and begins to move outboard across the main mirror as the vehicle approaches (A). The image will transition from the main mirror and begin to appear in the blind spot mirror as the vehicle approaches (B). The vehicle will transition to your peripheral field of view as it leaves the blind spot mirror (C). Blind Spot Monitor (If Equipped) See Blind Spot Information System (page 186).

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INTERIOR MIRROR WARNING

Do not adjust the mirror when your vehicle is moving.

Note: Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum or ammonia-based cleaning products. You can adjust the interior mirror to your preference. Some mirrors also have a second pivot point. This lets you move the mirror head up or down and from side to side. Pull the tab below the mirror toward you to reduce glare at night. Auto-Dimming Mirror (If Equipped) Note: Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the mirror. Mirror performance may be affected. A rear center passenger or raised rear center head restraint may also block light from reaching the sensor. The mirror will dim automatically to reduce glare when bright lights are detected from behind your vehicle. It will automatically return to normal reflection when you select reverse gear to make sure you have a clear view when backing up.

SUN VISORS

Rotate the sun visor toward the side window and extend it rearward for extra shade. Illuminated Vanity Mirror

Lift the cover to switch the lamp on. SUN SHADES (If Equipped) Note: Do not try to move the sun shade manually. The power rear sun shade covers the rear window of the vehicle.

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Opening and Closing the Moonroof

Press and release the SLIDE control to open the moonroof. The moonroof will stop short of the fully opened position. Note: This position helps to reduce wind noise or rumbling which may happen with the moonroof fully open. Press and release the control again to fully open the moonroof. Pull and release the SLIDE control to close the moonroof. Bounce-Back The moonroof will stop automatically while closing. It will reverse some distance if there is an obstacle in the way. Pull and hold the SLIDE control within two seconds of a bounce-back event to override this function. While bounce-back is active, the closing force increases for each of the next three times that you close the moonroof. Venting the Moonroof Press and release the TILT control to vent the moonroof. Pull and hold the TILT control to close the moonroof.

The control is on the center console. The sun shade has a one-touch up and down feature. Press and release the control to move the sun shade. To stop motion, press the control a second time. The sun shade automatically retracts when you shift the transmission into reverse (R). MOONROOF (If Equipped) WARNINGS

Do not let children play with the moonroof or leave them unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously

hurt themselves.

When closing the moonroof, you should verify that it is free of obstructions and make sure that

children and pets are not in the proximity of the roof opening.

You can manually open or close the sliding shade when the moonroof is closed. Pull the shade toward the front of your vehicle to close it. The moonroof controls are located on the overhead console and have a one-touch open and close feature. To stop it during one-touch operation, press the control a second time.

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GAUGES Type 1

Tachometer. Information display. See General Information (page 86). Speedometer. Fuel gauge.

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Type 2

Left information display. See General Information (page 86). Speedometer. Right information display. See your SYNC information.

Information Display Odometer Located in the bottom of the information display. Registers the accumulated distance your vehicle has traveled. Compass Displays the vehicle's heading direction. Trip Computer See General Information (page 86). Vehicle Settings and Personalization See General Information (page 86).

Fuel Gauge Note: The fuel gauge may vary slightly when your vehicle is moving or on a gradient. Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge will indicate approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank. The arrow adjacent to the fuel pump symbol indicates on which side of your vehicle the fuel filler door is located. The needle should move toward F when you refuel your vehicle. If the needle points to E after adding fuel, this indicates your vehicle needs service soon. After refueling some variability in needle position is normal:

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•

It may take a short time for the needle to reach full after leaving the gas station. This is normal and depends upon the slope of pavement at the gas station. The fuel amount dispensed into the tank is a little less or more than the gauge indicated. This is normal and depends upon the slope of pavement at the gas station. If the gas station nozzle shuts off before the tank is full, try a different gas pump nozzle. There is a small reserve left in the tank when the fuel gauge reaches empty.

Low Fuel Reminder A low fuel reminder triggers when the distance to empty reaches 75 miles (120
km), 50 miles (80 km), 25 miles (40 km), 10 miles (20 km) and 0 miles (0 km) . Variations: Note: The low fuel warning and distance-to-empty warning can appear at different fuel gauge positions depending on fuel economy conditions. This variation is normal. WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS The following warning lamps and indicators alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious. Some lamps illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure they work. If any lamps remain on after starting your vehicle, refer to the respective system warning lamp for further information. Note: Some warning indicators appear in the information display and function the same as a warning lamp, but do not display when you start your vehicle.

Adaptive Cruise Control (If Equipped)

The speed control system indicator light changes color to indicate what mode the system is in. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 174). On (white light): Illuminates when you switch on the adaptive cruise control system. Turns off when the speed control system is turned off. Engaged (green light): Illuminates when you engage the adaptive cruise control system. Turns off when you disengage the speed control system. Anti-Lock Braking System

If it illuminates when you are driving, this indicates a malfunction. You continue to

have the normal braking system (without ABS) unless the brake system warning lamp is also illuminated. Have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Automatic High Beam Control It will illuminate when this feature is on. See Automatic High Beam Control (page 72).

Battery

If it illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfunction. Switch off all unnecessary electrical

equipment and have the system checked by an authorized dealer immediately. Blind Spot Monitor (If Equipped)

It illuminates when you switch this feature off or in conjunction with a message. See Blind Spot

Information System (page 186).

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Brake System

It illuminates when you engage the parking brake with the ignition on.

If it illuminates when you are driving, check that the parking brake is not engaged. If the parking brake is not engaged, this indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction. Have the system checked immediately by an authorized dealer.

WARNING

Driving your vehicle with the warning lamp on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop your vehicle. Have your vehicle checked by your authorized dealer immediately. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury. Cruise Control (If Equipped)

It illuminates when you switch this feature on.

Direction Indicator

Illuminates when you switch on the left or right direction indicator or the hazard warning

flasher. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. See Changing a Bulb (page 253). Door Ajar

Displays when the ignition is on and any door is not completely closed.

Engine Coolant Temperature

Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. See Engine Oil Check (page 239). Engine Oil

If it illuminates with the engine running or when you are driving, this indicates a malfunction. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch the engine off. Check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil Check (page 239). Note: Do not resume your journey if it illuminates despite the level being correct. Have the system checked by an authorized dealer immediately. Fasten Seatbelt

It illuminates and a chime sounds to remind you to fasten your seatbelt. See Seatbelt

Reminder (page 31). Front Airbag

If it fails to illuminate when you start your vehicle, continues to flash or remains on, it indicates a malfunction. Have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Front Fog Lamps (If Equipped)

Lights when you switch the front fog lamps on.

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Heads Up Display (If Equipped)

Low Washer Fluid

A red beam of lights illuminates on the windshield in certain instances when using adaptive cruise control and/or the collision warning system. It also illuminates momentarily when you start your vehicle to make sure the display works. High Beam

It illuminates when you switch the high beam headlamps on. It flashes when you use the

headlamp flasher. Lane Keeping Aid (If Equipped)

Lights when the lane keeping system is activated.

Low Fuel Level

It illuminates when the fuel level is low or the fuel tank is nearly empty. Refuel as soon as

possible. Low Tire Pressure Warning

It illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the lamp remains on with the engine

running or when driving, check your tire pressure as soon as possible. It also illuminates momentarily when you switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp is functional. If it does not illuminate when you switch the ignition on, or begins to flash at any time, have the system checked by an authorized dealer.

It illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low.

Parking Lamps

It illuminates when you switch the parking lamps on.

Powertrain Fault

Illuminates when the system detects a powertrain or an AWD fault. Contact an authorized

dealer as soon as possible. Service Engine Soon

If the service engine soon indicator light stays illuminated after you start the engine, it

indicates that the On Board Diagnostics system (OBD) has detected a malfunction of the vehicle emissions control system. Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD) in the Fuel and Refueling chapter for more information about having your vehicle serviced. See Emission Control System (page 146). If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately.

WARNING

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic

converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Have an authorized dealer service your vehicle immediately.

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Keyless Warning Alert Sounds the horn twice when you exit your vehicle with the intelligent access key, after the last door is closed and your keyless vehicle is in RUN, indicating your vehicle is still on. 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. Parking Brake On Warning Chime Sounds when you leave the parking brake on and drive your vehicle. If the warning chime remains on after you release the parking brake, have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately.

The service engine soon indicator light illuminates when you first switch on the ignition before engine start to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the service engine soon light stays on until you crank the engine, then turns itself off if no malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the service engine soon light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. See Emission Control System (page 146). Stability Control

It flashes when the system is active. If it remains illuminated or does not illuminate when you

switch the ignition on, this indicates a malfunction. During a malfunction the system switches off. Have the system checked by an authorized dealer immediately. See Using Stability Control (page 163). Stability Control Off

It illuminates when you switch the system off. It goes out when you switch the system back on or when you switch the ignition off. See Using Stability Control (page 163).

AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS Key in Ignition Warning Chime Sounds when you leave the key in the ignition and the driver’s door is opened.

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Information Display Controls (Type 1)

GENERAL INFORMATION

WARNING

Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible. Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.

You can control various systems on your vehicle using the information display controls on the steering wheel. Corresponding information appears in the information display.

• Press the up and down arrow buttons

to scroll through and highlight the options within a menu.

• Press the right arrow button to enter a

submenu.

• Press the left arrow button to exit a

submenu.

• Press the OK button to choose and

confirm settings or messages.

This icon gives you the ability to switch a feature on or off. A check in the box indicates the

feature is enabled, and unchecked indicates the feature is disabled.

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Trip 1 & 2
You can access the menu using the information display control.

Note: Some options may appear slightly different or not at all if the items are optional.

Trip 1 & 2

Hold OK to Reset

Digital Speedometer Trip Odometer Trip Timer Average Fuel

• Digital Speedometer - Shows a digital

•

display of your vehicle speed. Trip Odometer — Registers the distance of individual journeys.

•

Trip Timer — The timer stops when you turn your vehicle off and restarts when you restart your vehicle.

• Average Fuel — Shows the average fuel

economy for a given trip.

Note: Press and hold OK on the current screen to reset the respective trip, distance, time and fuel information.

Fuel Economy

Dist to empty Inst Fuel Econ Average Fuel

Fuel Economy

Note: You can reset your average fuel economy by pressing and holding the OK button on the left hand steering wheel controls.

• Distance to Empty - Shows the

approximate distance your vehicle can travel before running out of fuel. Instantaneous Fuel Economy - Shows a visual graph of your instantaneous fuel economy along with your Avg MPG since the function was last reset.

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• Average MPG — Shows the average

fuel economy since last reset.

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Information

Information

MyKey® Dist. (if key is programmed) — Distance traveled when a programmed key is in use. MyKey® Info — Number of MyKeys and admin keys programmed Coolant Temp. — The engine coolant indicator will change colors indicating: blue for cool, gray for normal and red for hot. If the engine coolant temperature exceeds the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

Settings In this mode, you can configure different driver setting choices.

Note: Some items are optional and may not appear.

Driver Assist

Display

Traction Ctrl Blindspot Collision Warn

Cross Traffic Cruise Control Rear Park Aid Language Units

Settings

Sensitivity Chimes Warning

Adaptive or Normal

High, Normal or Low

Select your applicable language Distance Temperature

Miles & Gal, km/L or L/100km Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C)

Auto Engine Off Auto Highbeam Autolamp Delay

Off or number of seconds

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Settings

Display Normal or Towing

Compass DTE calcula- tion Easy Entry/Exit Locks

Autolock Autounlock Remote Unlock Remaining Life XXX% - Hold OK to Reset

All Doors or Driver First

Auto or Last Settings Automatic or Off

5, 10 or 15 minutes

Climate Control Seats and Wheel or Front Seats Duration System Remote Open Remote Close Courtesy Wipe Rain Sensing 1 Year, 2 Years, 3 Years or 4 Years

Hold OK to Create MyKey

Always On or User Selectable

80 mph (130 km/h) or Off

Oil Life Reset Remote Start

Windows

Wipers

Tire Mobility Kit Create MyKey 911 Assist Traction Ctrl Max Speed

Convenience

MyKey

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Settings

Volume Limiter Do Not Disturb Clear MyKeys

Always On or User Selectable

Hold OK to Clear All MyKeys

Note: Some MyKey items only appear if a MyKey is set. Information Display Controls (Type 2)

• Press the up and down arrow buttons

to scroll through and highlight the options within a menu.

• Press the right arrow button to enter a

sub-menu.

• Press the left arrow button to exit a

menu.

• Press and hold the left arrow button at

any time to return to the main menu display (escape button).

• Press the OK button to choose and

confirm settings or messages.

Trip 1 & 2. Fuel Economy.

Main Menu From the main menu bar on the left side of the information display, you can choose from the following categories: • Display Mode. • • • Driver Assist. • Scroll up or down to highlight one of the categories and then press the right arrow key or OK to enter into that category. Press the left arrow key as needed to exit back to the main menu. Display Mode Use the up or down arrow buttons to choose between the following display options.

Settings.

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Display Mode

Option 1
Option 2
Option 3

Option 4

XXX mi (km) to empty, Fuel gauge and Total odometer Round tachometer, Fuel gauge and Total odometer Round tachometer, Engine coolant temp gauge, Fuel gauge and Total odometer Digital speedometer, Fuel gauge and Total odometer

Regardless of display mode chosen, when you use the SelectShift Automatic™ trans- mission (SST), the cluster will change to the round tachometer if not already selected.

XXX mi (km) to empty Shows approximate fuel level before the fuel tank reaches empty. The value is dynamic and can change (raise or lower) depending on driving style. Fuel gauge Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge indicates approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank. The arrow next to the fuel pump symbol shows the fuel filler door side of your vehicle. When the fuel level becomes low, the level indicator changes to amber. When the fuel level becomes critically low, the level indicator changes to red. Note: The fuel gauge level may vary slightly when your vehicle is moving or when driving on a slope. Note: When a MyKey is in use, low fuel warnings display earlier.

Round 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. During SelectShift Automatic™ transmission (SST) use, the currently selected gear appears in the display. Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the level indicator is in the normal range. If the engine coolant temperature exceeds the normal range, stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. Trip 1 & 2
You can access the menu using the information display control. Note: Some options may appear slightly different or not at all if the items are optional.

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Trip 1 & 2

Trip 1 & 2

Trip distance Elapsed trip time Average fuel economy Hold OK to Reset

• •

Trip distance — shows the accumulated trip distance. Elapsed trip time— timer stops when the vehicle is turned off and restarts when the vehicle is restarted.

• Average fuel economy — shows the average fuel economy for a given trip. Note: You can reset your trip information by pressing and holding the OK button on the left hand steering wheel controls.

Fuel Economy Use the left or right arrow buttons to choose the desired fuel economy display.

Fuel Economy

Fuel Economy

Inst Fuel Economy

30 Min Fuel History

Instantaneous fuel usage Fuel usage over a 30 minute

time span

Average MPG

XXX mi (km) to E

Always Present Always Present

•

Inst Fuel Economy - This display shows a visual graph of your instantaneous fuel economy. 30 Min Fuel History - This display shows a bar chart of your fuel history.

• Note: You can reset your average fuel economy by pressing and holding the OK button on the left hand steering wheel controls.

Driver Assist In this mode, you can configure different driver setting choices.

Note: Some items are optional and may not appear.

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Driver Assist

Sensitivity

High, Normal or Low

Adaptive or Normal Driver Alert Driver Alert Disp.

Mode Intensity

Alert, Aid or Both

High, Normal or Low

Traction Control Blindspot Collision Warn Cross Traffic Alert Cruise Control Driver Alert

Front Park Aid Lane Keeping

Rear Park Aid

Settings In this mode, you can configure different driver setting choices.

Note: Some items are optional and may not appear.

Settings

Normal or Towing

Auto Engine Off DTE Calcula- tion Easy Entry/Exit Lighting

Vehicle

Locks

Oil Life Reset

Off or number of seconds

Auto Highbeam Autolamp Delay Autolock Autounlock Remote unlock Remaining Life XXX% - Hold OK to Reset

All Doors or Driver's Door

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Remote Start

Tire Mobility Kit Windows Wipers

MyKey Status Create MyKey 911 Assist Traction Control Max Speed Speed Minder Volume Limiter Do Not Disturb Clear MyKeys Distance

MyKey

Display

Settings Climate Control Seats and Wheel or Front Seats Duration System 1 Year, 2 Years, 3 Years or 4 Years

Auto or Last Settings Automatic or Off

5, 10 or 15 minutes

Remote Open or Close Courtesy Wipe Rain Sensing MyKeys / Admin Keys

Hold OK to Create MyKey

Always On or User Selectable

80 mph (130 km/h) or Off Choose desired speed or off

On or Off

Always On or User Selectable

Hold OK to Clear All MyKeys

Miles & Gal., km/L or L/100km

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Settings

Fuel Gauge or Fuel + Tach

Select your applicable language — Hold OK to Set Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C)

Gauge Display Language Temper- ature

Note: Some MyKey items only appear if a MyKey is set. INFORMATION MESSAGES Note: Depending on the vehicle options equipped with your vehicle, not all of the messages will display or be available. Certain messages may display abbreviated or shortened depending upon which cluster type you have.

Adaptive Cruise Control

Press the OK button to acknowledge and remove some messages from the information display. Other messages delete automatically after a short time. You need to confirm certain messages before you can access the menus.

Message

Adaptive Cruise

Malfunction

Adaptive Cruise Not

Available

Adaptive Cruise Not

Available Sensor

Blocked See Manual

Action

A radar malfunction is preventing the adaptive cruise from engaging. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 174). Conditions exist such that the adaptive cruise cannot function properly. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 174). The radar is blocked because of poor radar visibility due to bad weather or ice/mud/water in front of radar. Driver can typically clean the sensor to resolve. See Using Adaptive

Cruise Control (page 174).

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AdvanceTrac™ Message

Action

Service AdvanceTrac AdvanceTrac Off On

The system detects a malfunction due to a blocked sensor.

The driver has disabled or enabled the traction control.

Alarm

Message

Vehicle Alarm To Stop Alarm, Start Vehicle.

Action

Unauthorized entry triggered the alarm. See Anti-Theft

Alarm (page 62).

Automatic Engine Shutdown

Message

Action

Engine Shuts Off In

{seconds to shut off:#0}

Seconds

The engine is preparing to shutdown.

Engine Shut Off For Fuel

Economy

The engine has shutdown to help increase fuel economy.

Engine Shuts Off in

{seconds to shut off:#0}

Seconds Press Ok to

Override

The engine is preparing to shutdown. You can press OK on the left steering wheel button to override the shutdown.

Automatic High Beam Control

Message

Front Camera Low Visib-

ility Clean Screen

Front Camera Malfunc- tion Service Required Front Camera Tempor-

arily Not Available

Action

The front camera sensor has reduced visibility. Clean the

windshield.

The system requires service due to a malfunction. Contact an

authorized dealer.

The front camera sensor has malfunctioned. Wait a short

period of time for the sensor to cool down.

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Check AWD

Change AWD Power Transfer Unit Lube

Information Displays

Action

Displays when the AWD system automatically disables to protect itself. This occurs when you operate the vehicle with the compact spare tire installed or if the system overheats. The AWD system resumes normal function and clears this message after driving a short distance with the road tire re-

installed or after you allow the system to cool.

Displays in conjunction with the Throttle Control/Transmis- sion/AWD light when the AWD system is not operating prop- erly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact

your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Displays when the AWD system needs its power transfer unit

lubrication changed. This message may be set if a vehicle experiences extended periods of extreme/severe duty cycle driving. See your authorized dealer for service. (Taurus SHO

Performance Package Only)

Battery and Charging System

Message

Check Charging System

Low Battery Features Temporarily Turned Off

Turn Power Off To Save

Battery

Action

The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an authorized dealer as soon

as possible.

The battery management system detects an extended low voltage condition. Your vehicle will disable various features to help preserve the battery. Turn off as many of the electrical

loads as soon as possible to improve the system voltage.

Once the system voltage recovers, the disabled features will

operate as normal.

The battery management system determines that the battery is at a low state of charge. Switch the ignition off as soon as possible to protect the battery. This message clears once you start the vehicle and the battery state of charge has recovered. Turning off unnecessary electrical loads allows faster battery

state-of-charge recovery.

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Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System

Message

Action

Blindspot System Fault

A fault with the system has occurred. Contact an authorized

dealer as soon as possible.

Blindspot Not Available

Sensor Blocked See

Manual

The system sensors are blocked. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible. See Blind Spot Information System

(page 186).

Vehicle Coming From X

The system detects a vehicle. See Blind Spot Information

System (page 186).

Cross Traffic Not Avail- able Sensor Blocked See

Manual

Cross Traffic System

Fault

The blind spot information system and cross traffic alert system sensors are blocked. See Blind Spot Information

System (page 186).

A fault with the system has occurred. Contact an authorized

dealer as soon as possible.

Brake System Message

Brake Fluid Level Low

Check Brake System

Park Brake Engaged

Action

The brake fluid level is low. Check the brake system immedi-

ately. See Brake Fluid Check (page 248).

The brake system needs servicing. Stop the vehicle in a safe

place. Contact an authorized dealer.

The parking brake is set, the engine is running and you drive your vehicle more than 3 mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays on after you release the parking brake, contact an authorized

dealer as soon as possible.

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Collision Warning System

Message

Collision Warning

Malfunction

Collision Warning Not

Available Sensor

Blocked See Manual

Collision Warning Not

Available

Doors and Locks

Message X Door Ajar Trunk Ajar

Driver Alert

Message

Driver Alert Warning Rest

Now

Driver Alert Warning Rest

Suggested

Fuel

Message

Fuel Level Low

Check Fuel Fill Inlet

Action

There is a system malfunction with the collision warning

system. The system is disabled. Contact an authorized dealer

as soon as possible.

The collision warning system radar is blocked because of poor radar visibility due to bad weather or ice/mud/water in front of the radar. Driver can typically clean the sensor to resolve.

Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

There is a system malfunction with the collision warning

system. The system is disabled. Contact an authorized dealer

as soon as possible.

Action

Displays when a door is not completely closed. Displays when the trunk is not completely closed.

Action

Stop and rest as soon as it is safe to do so.

Take a rest soon.

Action

An early reminder of a low fuel condition.

The fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed.

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Keys and Intelligent Access

Message

Action

To START Press Brake

A reminder to press the brake while starting your vehicle.

No Key Detected

Displays if the system does not detect the intelligent access

key in the following three scenarios:

When you press the start/stop button in an attempt to either

start the engine or cycle through the ignition states.

When the engine is running and a door is opened then closed. When the vehicle’s speed exceeds 10 mph (16 km/h) for the

first time after starting.

Restart Now or Key is

Needed

Accessory Power is

Active

Starting System Fault

When you press the Start Stop button to shut off the engine, the system does not detect an Intelligent Access key inside

your vehicle.

Displays when the vehicle is in the accessory ignition state.

There is a problem with your vehicle’s starting system. Contact

an authorized dealer for service.

Key Programmed x Keys

Total

Displays during spare key programming, when you program

an intelligent access key to the system.

Max Number of Keys

Learned

You have programmed the maximum number of keys to the

system.

Lane Keeping System

Message

Lane Keeping Sys. Malfunction Service

Required

Action

The system has malfunctioned. Contact an authorized dealer

as soon as possible.

Front Camera Tempor-

arily Not Available

The system has detected a condition that has caused the

system to be temporarily unavailable.

Front Camera Low Visib-

ility Clean Screen

Front Camera Malfunc- tion Service Required Keep Hands on Steering

Wheel

The system has detected a condition that requires a clean

windshield to operate properly.

The system has malfunctioned. Contact an authorized dealer

as soon as possible.

The system requests the driver to keep their hands on the

steering wheel.

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Action

Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible. Switch off the engine. Check the oil level. If the warning stays on or continues to come on with your engine running, contact an authorized

dealer as soon as possible.

The engine oil life remaining is 10% or less. See Engine Oil

Check (page 239).

The oil life left reaches 0%. See Engine Oil Check (page 239).

The engine coolant temperature is excessively high.

The washer fluid is low and needs refilling.

Indicates that your vehicle is still in Transport mode. This may

not allow some features to operate properly. Contact an

authorized dealer.

Indicates that your vehicle is still in Factory mode. This may

not allow some features to operate properly. Contact an

authorized dealer.

Action

You cannot program a MyKey during key programming.

MyKey is active.

When starting your vehicle, a MyKey is in use and the MyKey

speed limit is on.

Maintenance Message

Low Engine Oil Pressure

Change Engine Oil Soon

Oil Change Required Engine Coolant Over

Temperature

Washer Fluid Level Low Transport Mode Contact

Dealer

Factory Mode Contact

Dealer

MyKey

Message

MyKey not Created MyKey Active Drive

Safely

Speed Limited to XX

MPH/km/h

Near Vehicle Top Speed

When a MyKey is in use, the MyKey speed limit is on and your

vehicle speed is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h).

Check Speed Drive

Safely

Buckle Up to Unmute

Audio

Could Not Program

Integrated Key

MyKey is active.

A MyKey is in use and Belt-Minder is active.

You attempted to program a spare key using two existing

MyKeys.

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Park Aid

Message

Check Park Aid

Action

Displays when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the park

aid is disabled.

Check Rear Park Aid

Displays when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the rear

park aid is disabled.

Rear Park Aid On Off

Displays the park aid status.

Passenger Sensing System Message

Message

Action

Occupant Sensor BLOCKED Remove

Objects Near Passenger

Seat

Reminder Messages

Message

Shift to Park Engine ON

Power Steering Message

Displays when objects are by the passenger seat. After you move the objects away from the seat, if the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer as

soon as possible.

Action

Displays as a reminder to shift into park.

Displayed when the engine is on, the vehicle is in park and the

driver’s door is opened.

Action

Steering malfunction

Service now

The power steering system has detected a condition that

requires service. Contact an authorized dealer.

Service Power Steering

Now

The power steering system is not working. Stop your vehicle

at a safe place. Contact an authorized dealer.

Power Steering Assist

Fault

The power steering system has detected a condition within the power steering system, or passive entry or passive start

system requires service. Contact an authorized dealer.

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Remote Start Message

Action

To Drive: Press Brake and Gear Shift Button

A reminder to apply the brake and push the gearshift button

to drive your vehicle after a remote start.

Seats

Message

Memory Recall Not

Permitted While Driving

A reminder that memory seats are not available while driving.

Action

Memory {0} Saved

Shows where you have saved your memory setting.

Starting System

Message

To START Press Brake Cranking Time Exceeded

Engine Start Pending

Please Wait

Action

A reminder to apply the brake when starting your vehicle. The starter has exceeded its cranking time in attempting to

start your vehicle.

The starter is attempting to start your vehicle.

Pending Start Cancelled

The system has cancelled the pending start.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Message

Tire Pressure Low

Tire Pressure Monitor

Fault

Tire Pressure Sensor

Fault

Action

One or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. See

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 284).

The tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If the authorized dealer. See Tire Pressure Monitoring System

warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an

(page 284).

A tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible. See Tire Pressure