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1996 Ford Taurus CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Ford REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES
Computer Relearn Procedures -> Ford Motor Co. -> 1999-2002 -> 2003-04 -> Automatic Data Transfer -> Except 1999-2002 -> Manual Data Entry -> Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 FLEX
Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Except 1999-2002
Disconnect negative battery cable for a minimum of five minutes. After clearing memory, it is required to drive vehicle a minimum of 10 miles to allow PCM time to relearn operating strategy.
1999-2002
Automatic Data Transfer
- Prior to removing old PCM, connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC).
- Follow scan tool manufacturers' instructions to download data from old PCM.
- Install new PCM and connect scan tool to DLC.
- Follow scan tool manufactur...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES
Anti-lock Brakes -> Continental, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Sable, Taurus & Town Car -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1995 CROWN VICTORIA, GRAND MARQUIS & TOWN CAR -> 1995 Sable & Taurus -> 1995-96 CONTINENTAL -> 1995-96 Continental, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Town Car & 1996 Sable & Taurus -> 1996 CROWN VICTORIA, GRAND MARQUIS & TOWN CAR -> 1996 SABLE & TAURUS -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Lamp Symptom Chart -> Diagnostic Procedure -> On Board Self-Test Procedure -> On-Board Self-Test -> On-Board Self-Test Procedure (OBD II) -> Pinpoint Tests -> Quick Checks -> Wiring Diagrams
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 GAS
On 1996 Continental Models Built Prior to 11/1/95, Diagnosis Of ABS Concerns Should Be Done Using The 1995 Continental Diagnostic Information.
Diagnostic Procedure
Ensure the following diagnosis procedures are used in the sequence and step-by-step order indicated. Following the wrong sequence or bypassing steps will only lead to unnecessary replacement of system components and/or incorrect resolution of the problem. The diagnostic procedure consists of five sub-tests: Pre-test Checks, On-Board Self-Tests, Manual Quick Tests, Warning Lamp Symptom Chart and the Diagnostic Tests.
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES
Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Component Locations -> 1986-06 Taurus, Sable & 1988-02 Continental
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Taurus G 3.0 V6 GAS
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 FLEX
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove front wheels.
- Remove and discard front axle retainer nut and washer.
- Remove nut from stabilizer bar link at shock absorber end, then remove link from shock and position aside.
- Remove nut from lower ball joint, then using a suitable pitman arm type puller, loosen ball joint in lower control arm.
- Place a suitable pry bar through opening in lower control arm and under frame, then pry down on control arm to release lower ball joint.
- Remove outer CV joint from hub using suitable tools, noting the following:
- Do not use a hammer to drive joint fr...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 FLEX
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Partially raise and support vehicle on hoist.
- Remove right front wheel.
- Remove lower fender splash shield retainers and position shield aside.
- Lower vehicle.
- Remove accessory drive belt from alternator pulley.
- Remove power steering link bracket, then heater hose support bracket from alternator.
- Remove alternator upper mounting bolts.
- Remove alternator splash shield.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Disconnect electrical connectors and remove battery positive cable from alternator.
- Position adjustable stand t...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Ford Motor Co. -> 1996-99 Sable & Taurus
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Taurus G 3.0 V6 GAS
Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.
- Open the hood.
- Turn the four nylon push pins retaining the righthand cowl vent screen 90°, then remove the push pins, Fig. .
- Remove the righthand cowl vent screen retaining clips, then the vent screen.
- Remove the two cowl top inner panel shield reta...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES
Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Check Engine Lamp/Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)/Service Engine Soon Lamp -> 1995-97 Models -> EEC-IV -> EEC-V -> Keep Alive Memory (KAM) Reset & PCM Reset Less Electronic Tester -> PCM Reset Using Generic Scan Tool -> PCM Reset Using Star Tester
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 FLEX
This lamp should light when the ignition is turned On. After engine starts, the lamp should go off, unless a fault condition is detected by the EEC-IV system. A diagnostic trouble code is stored in the PCM. Following diagnosis and repair, the Check Engine/MIL lamp will automatically reset when stored diagnostic trouble codes are cleared from PCM memory. The PCM reset procedure allows the scan tool to command the PCM to clear all diagnostic trouble codes.
EEC-IV
PCM Reset Using Star Tester
- Turn ignition Off.
- Perform required vehicle preparation and visual inspection.
- Connect Star teste...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Taurus LX 3.0 V6 GAS
- Remove air cleaner assembly.
- Disconnect battery cables and remove battery.
- Remove battery tray, then raise and support vehicle.
- Drain cooling system.
- Remove lower radiator hose shield, then disconnect lower radiator hose.
- Disconnect lower transmission oil cooler tube from radiator.
- Remove two lower radiator mounts.
- Lower vehicle and remove two headlamp assembly to upper support attaching bolts.
- Loosen headlamp assembly pinch bolts, then remove headlamp assembly from vehicle.
- Remove two front bumper cover to front fender attaching screws.
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and w...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Taurus SHO 3.4 V8 GAS
- Rotate drive belt tensioner clockwise to release tension from drive belt.
- Rem...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 1996 Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 Fuel Filter Diagram for 1996 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 FLEXComponents on diagram: |
 Engine Compartment Electrical Components Diagram for 1996 Ford Taurus LX 3.0 V6 GASComponents on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1996 Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 1996 Ford Taurus SHO 3.4 V8 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 1996 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1996 Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 1996 Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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Document: RECALL - CERTAIN 1992-2003 MODEL YEAR CARS AND TRUCKS - FUSED JUMPER HARNESS REPLACEMENT FOR VEHICLES SERVICED WITH AN INCOMPATIBLE FUSED JUMPER HARNESS Vehicle: 1996 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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Document: RECALL - 1992-2004 MULTIPLE VEHICLE LINES - SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION Vehicle: 1996 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 GAS |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1996 Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1996 Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1996 Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1996 Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1996 Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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