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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks from 1990+

Electric Cooling Fans -> Component Replacement -> Aviator -> Cooling Fan Motor -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Marauder & Town Car -> Escape -> Escort & ZX2 -> Focus -> Freestar & Monterey -> LS & Thunderbird -> Mustang -> Ranger -> Sable & Taurus -> Windstar
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Taurus 3.0 V6 FLEX

Cooling Fan Motor

Aviator
  • Recover refrigerant as outlined in .
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove front air deflector.
  • Remove lower fan shroud.
  • Remove fan and clutch using fan wrench tool Nos. T84T-6312-C and T84T-6312-D or equivalents.
  • Disconnect hoses from coolant recovery bottle.
  • Remove coolant recovery bottle, then the fan shroud bolts.
  • Remove upper radiator hose, then the fan shroud, Fig. .
  • Disconnect A/C high pressure switch, then the condenser inlet tube.
  • Disconnect coo...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc Brakes & Parking Brakes -> Troubleshooting -> BRAKE ROUGHNESS
Vehicle: 1993 Ford Taurus GL 3.8 V6 GAS

BRAKE ROUGHNESS

The most common cause of brake chatter on disc brakes is a variation in thickness of the disc. If roughness or vibration is encountered during highway operation or if pedal pumping is experienced at low speeds, the disc may have excessive thickness variation. To check for this condition, measure the disc at 12 points with a micrometer at a radius approximately one inch from the edge of the disc. If thickness measurements vary by more t...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except 2002-05 Thunderbird, 2000-06 LS, 1984-87 Escort, Tracer, Tempo & Topaz 2.0L Diesel Engine & 1984-85 Continental & Mark VI 2.4L Diesel Engine
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Taurus SHO 3.4 V8 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

When installing the fuel filter, ensure the flow arrow is facing in the pro...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 GAS

If removing both right and left side halfshafts, plugs T81P-1177-B or equivalent must be installed. Failure to do so may result in dislocation of differential side gears, necessitating transaxle disassembly to realign gears. Also, halfshaft removal and installation procedures are the same for automatic and manual transaxles except for the following: due to automatic transaxle case configuration, right side halfshaft and linkshaft must be removed first. Tool T81P-4026-A or equivalent is then inserted into transaxle to remove left side inner Constant Velocity (CV) joint ass...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Relearn Procedures -> TPMS Sensor Activation -> TPMS Sensor Training
Vehicle: 2009 Ford Taurus SEL 3.5 V6 GAS

TPMS Sensor Activation

To conserve battery power, the TPMS sensors will go into a sleep mode after approximately 30 minutes of inactivity. The sensors will not transmit tire pressure information while in sleep mode. The sensors must be activated to transmit the latest tire pressure information.

  • Place the ignition switch in the On position.
  • Position Ford TPMS activation tool, or equivalent, against the LF tire side wall 180° from the valve stem.
  • The TPMS activation tool will flash a green light and sound a beep for each successful response from a TPMS sensor.
  • Press the TPMS activat...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Ford Taurus SEL 3.0 V6 GAS

The heavy gauge input lead connected to starter solenoid is hot at all times. Ensure protective cap is installed over terminal and is replaced after service.

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove lower air deflector.
  • Remove starter solenoid safety cap.
  • Remove starter so...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Ford Motor Co. -> 2000-07 Sable & Taurus
Vehicle: 2005 Ford Taurus 3.0 V6 FLEX

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.
  • Remove the righthand cowl vent screen, Fig. .
  • Remove the water shield retaining screws, then the shield, Fig. .
  • Rem...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Anti-Lock Brake Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1995 Ford Taurus SE 3.0 V6 FLEX

This lamp should light when the ignition is turned On. It may light for as long as 30 seconds as a bulb and system inspect. If the lamp remains lit or lights while operating the vehicle, a fault condition in the anti-lock brake system is indicated. When the lamp is lit, turn ignition Off, then start...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 Ford Taurus 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Remove air cleaner, battery and battery tray.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Drain cooling system into suitable container.
  • Remove four bolts retaining lower radiator hose shield and remove shield.
  • Disconnect lower radiator hose.
  • Disconnect lower transaxle oil cooler tube from radiator using suitable fuel line disconnect tool.
  • Remove two lower radiator mounts.
  • Remove front bumper cover.
  • Lower vehicle.
  • Remove four bolts retaining hood latch support and position hood latch support aside.
  • Disconnect upper radiator hose and radiator overflow hose from radiator.
  • Remove power distribution box, harn...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 Ford Taurus 3.0 V6 GAS

  • On models equipped with VIN U, 1 and 2 engines,rotate drive belt tensioner in a clockwise direction.
  • On models equipped with VIN S engine...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Luggage Compartment Diagram for 2008 Ford Taurus SEL 3.5 V6 GASLuggage Compartment Diagram for 2008 Ford Taurus SEL 3.5 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Power Liftgate Rod
  • Engine Compartment Components Diagram for 1998 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 FLEXEngine Compartment Components Diagram for 1998 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 FLEX

    Components on diagram:
  • Starter Motor/Solenoid
  • Radio Noise Capacitor
  • Ignition Coil
  • Power Steering Pressure Switch
  • Octane Adjust Plug
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1994 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 FLEX Wiring Diagram1994 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 FLEX Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor
  • Electric Cooling Fan
  • Constant Control Relay Module
  • Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECT)
  • Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
  • 1999 Ford Taurus  3.0 V6 FLEX Wiring Diagram1999 Ford Taurus 3.0 V6 FLEX Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Left Rear Turn Lamp
  • Right Rear Turn Lamp
  • Cargo Lamp
  • Fuel Pump/Fuel Gauge Sender
  • Right Rear Park/Stop Lamp
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: NO START - EEC POWER RELAY CORRODED - CORRECTION
    Vehicle: 1987 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Starting, Charging, Battery
  • Document: PAINT CODES FOR REGULAR PRODUCTION - 1994 MODELS
    Vehicle: 1994 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Finishes, Body Structure, Frame, Bumpers
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 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 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 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 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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