1996 FORD TAURUS fuse

312 [SV36250(ALL)04/95]
fourteen pica chart:0001468-A
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[SV36300(ALL)08/95]
RWARNING
Always replace a fuse with one that has
the specified amperage rating. Using a
fuse with a higher amperage rating can
cause severe wire damage and could start
a fire.
[SV36400(ALL)11/94]
5. Put the cover back on.
*
[SV36600(ALL)01/95]
Even after you replace a fuse, it will continue to
blow if you do not find what caused the
overload. If the fuse continues to blow, have
your electrical system checked.
*
[SV37500(ALL)03/95]
The Lights
*
[SV37600(ALL)01/95]
It is a good idea to check the operation of the
following lights frequently:
*
[SV37700(ALL)01/95]
q
headlamps
*
[SV37800(ALL)01/95]
q
tail lamps
*
[SV37900(ALL)01/95]
q
brakelamps
*
[SV37950(ALL)02/95]
q
high-mount brakelamp
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Index 363
E
Electrical system
fuses................ 303
operating when the engine is off..... 59
relays................ 303
Electronic sound system
radio reception............ 177
tuning the radio........... 173
warranty and service information . . . 190
Electronic stereo cassette radio
(see Electronic sound system)..... 172
Electronic stereo radio (see Electronic sound
system)............... 172
Emergencies, roadside
assistance.............. 237
battery acid spills........... 217
fuel................. 268
jump-starting............. 217
towing................ 233
Emergency brake (parking brake)..... 205
Emission control system
catalytic converter.......... 323
emissions warranty......... 4,323
Engine
does not start........... 63,65
fuel pump shut-off switch........ 65
preparing to start............ 61
refill capacities............ 328
service points............ 260
starting................ 62
starting after a collision......... 65
storing your vehicle.......... 332
Engine block heater............ 64
Engine coolant
checking and adding......... 276
checking hoses............ 277
disposal............... 280
drain and flush............ 280
preparing for storage......... 333
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Ford Customer Assistance Center..... 239
Ford Dispute Settlement Board...... 240
Ford Extended Service Plan........ 4
Ford Motor Company of Canada..... 245
Ford of Canada Customer
Assistance Centre........... 245
Foreign registration........... 247
French owner guides, how to obtain.... 3
Fuel.................. 264
calculating fuel economy....... 270
capacity............... 328
choosing the right fuel........ 266
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates......... 271
filling your vehicle with fuel...... 264
filter, specifications.......... 329
fuel gauge............... 82
improving fuel economy....... 271
octane rating............. 266
quality................ 267
running out of fuel.......... 269
safety information relating to
automotive fuels.......... 268
storing your vehicle.......... 332
treating emergencies......... 268
Fuel cap................ 264
removing.............. 264
replacing............... 265
Fuel filter, specifications......... 329
Fuel gauge................ 82
Fuel pump shut-off switch
engine does not start.......... 65
starting after a collision......... 65
Fuse panels
instrument panel........... 304
power distribution box........ 308
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366 Index
Fuses
checking and replacing........ 311
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap).......... 264
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy)..... 270
Gasoline (see Fuel)............ 264
Gauges, Mechanical
engine coolant temperature gauge.... 82
fuel gauge............... 82
odometer................ 84
speedometer.............. 84
tachometer............... 84
trip odometer.............. 84
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating.............. 209
definition............... 208
driving with a heavy load....... 208
location............... 208
Gearshift
automatic operation........192, 195
column-mounted........... 197
console-mounted........... 198
locking the gearshift........... 59
positions.............192, 195
shifting the gears.........192, 195
shift-lock.............192, 196
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating.............. 209
definition............... 208
driving with a heavy load....... 208
location............... 208
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O
Octane rating.............. 266
Odometer
description............... 84
trip odometer............. 84
Oil filter................ 329
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 272
Oil viscosity.............. 273
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 325
Overdrive.............194, 199
Overseas offices............. 247
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system............. 135
Parking brake
operation.............. 205
warning light.............. 73
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)....... 329
PCV valve, specifications........ 329
Phone, cellular............. 158
Power distribution box (see Fuses).... 308
Power door locks............ 126
Power features
door locks.............. 126
lumbar support............ 149
mirrors............... 153
moon roof.............. 144
seats................. 148
windows............... 142
Power steering
dipstick............... 301
driving with power steering...... 201
fluid, checking and adding...... 300
fluid, refill capacity.......... 328
fluid, specifications.......... 330
servicing............... 201
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