2003 FORD TAURUS reset

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING:Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and
certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and
certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford Motor Company product.
Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading
this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle
the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.
For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the
following website:
•In the United States: www.ford.com
•In Canada: www.ford.ca
•In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx
•In Australia: www.ford.com.au
Additional owner information is given in separate publications.
This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available
and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your
particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe
options before they are generally available.
Remember to pass on the Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is
an integral part of the vehicle.
Fuel pump shut-off switchIn the event of an accident the
safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the
engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g.
collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to theFuel pump
shut-off switchin theRoadside emergencieschapter.
Introduction
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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Safety Alert
See Owner’s Guide
Fasten Safety BeltAir Bag-Front
Air Bag-SideChild Seat
Child Seat Installation
WarningChild Seat Lower
Anchor
Child Seat Tether
AnchorBrake System
Anti-Lock Brake SystemBrake Fluid -
Non-Petroleum Based
Traction ControlAdvanceTrac
Master Lighting SwitchHazard Warning Flasher
Fog Lamps-FrontFuse Compartment
Fuel Pump ResetWindshield Wash/Wipe
Windshield
Defrost/DemistRear Window
Defrost/Demist
Introduction
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Odometer:Registers the total
kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.
Trip odometer:Registers the
kilometers (miles) of individual
journeys. To reset, depress the
control.
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.
Fuel gauge:Indicates
approximately how much fuel is left
in the fuel tank (when the ignition
is in the ON position).
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80
100
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140 100
180
P R N D D 1
MPH km/h
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Instrument Cluster
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7.Memory preset buttons:To set
a station: Select frequency band
AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station,
press and hold a preset button until sound returns.
8.Tune:Press
/to change
frequency down/up.
9.Seek:Press and release
/
for previous/next strong station.
10.Power/volume:Press to turn
ON/OFF; turn to increase or
decrease volume levels.
11.AM/FM:Press to choose a
frequency band AM/FM1/FM2.
AM/FM STEREO CASSETTE/MACHAUDIO SYSTEM WITH AM/FM
STEREO CASSETTE
1.Tape:Insert the cassette with the
opening to the right. If a tape is
already inserted into the system,
press TAPE to begin tape play.
VOL
PUSH ON
AM
FM
Entertainment Systems
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11.Dolbynoise reduction:
Reduces tape noise and hiss while
playing a tape, press to activate/deactivate.
12.Side 1–2:Press to change tape
direction.
13.FF (fast forward):Press to
advance the tape or CD.
14.REW (rewind):Press to rewind
the tape or reverse the CD.
15.Memory preset buttons:To
set a station: Select frequency band
AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station,
press and hold a preset button until sound returns.
16.Tune:Works in radio mode or
CD mode. Press
/to change
frequency down/up or previous/next disc.
17.Cassette door:Insert a
cassette into the cassette door.
18.Seek:Press and
release
/for previous/next
strong radio station, tape selection
or CD track.
19.Power/volume:Press to turn
ON/OFF; turn to increase or
decrease volume levels.
20.AM/FM:Press to choose a
frequency band in radio mode
(AM/FM1/FM2).
21.EJ (Eject):Press to eject a
tape.
VOL
PUSH ON
AM
FM
Entertainment Systems
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6.Scan:Press to hear a brief
sampling of all listenable radio
stations or CD tracks. Press again to
stop.
7.CD:Press to play a CD. Press
again to toggle between single CD
mode and CD Changer mode (if
equipped).
8.Shuffle:Press to play CD tracks
in random order.
9.COMP (compression):Press to
bring soft and loud passages
together for a more consistent
listening level.
10.FF (fast forward):Press and
hold until desired selection is
reached.
11.REW (rewind):Press and hold
until desired selection is reached.
12.Memory preset buttons:To
set a station: Select frequency band
AM/FM; tune to a station, press and
hold a preset button until sound returns.
13.Tune:Press
/to change
radio frequency down/up. With CD
changer (if equipped), press to
select the previous/next CD.
14.Seek:Press and
release
/for previous/next
strong radio station or previous/next
CD track.
15.Power/volume:Press to turn
ON/OFF; turn to increase or
decrease volume levels.
VOL
PUSH ON
Entertainment Systems
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Place your wireless phone in the
Pocket Adapter. Dock the Pocket
Adapter in the Universal Docking
Station. For detailed instructions,
please refer to yourCellport
Owners Manual.
The system is integrated with your
vehicle’s audio system. You will hear
and control the volume of the
person you are talking to through your car’s audio system.
Your voice is picked up through the
microphone mounted above the rear
view mirror allowing you to talk on
the phone. For detailed instructions
on microphone use, please refer to
yourCellportOwners Manual.
The volume setting in your phone
will affect the volume through the
audio system. You may have to reset
the volume of your phone when
using the Premium Hands-Free
System.
Pocket Adapters may be obtained through your authorized dealership.
Check and obey the laws and regulations on the use of wireless
telephones in the areas where you drive.
Before driving, familiarize yourself with the operation and
location of the Premium Hands-Free System within your vehicle.
To avoid potential distraction and increased risk of injury or
accident, Ford recommends you do not use the phone while
driving.
Please pull off the road and park before making or answering a call.
To prevent damage to the antenna or your car, remove the cellular phone
antenna mast before using an automatic car wash.
Driver Controls
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Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call
1–800–665–2006.
If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor
Company will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursement
information, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call
1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140.
Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement information, call
1–800–665–2006.
ROADSIDE COVERAGE BEYOND BASIC WARRANTY
In the United States, you may purchase additional roadside assistance
coverage beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club by contacting
your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer.
Similarly in Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you
may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty’s Roadside
Assistance expiring. For more information and enrollment, contact
1–877–294–2582 or visit our website at www.ford.ca.
HAZARD FLASHER
The hazard flasher is located on the
steering column, just behind the
steering wheel. The hazard flashers
will operate when the ignition is in
any position.
Push in the flasher control and all
front and rear direction signals will
flash. Press the flasher control again
to turn them off. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and is creating a
safety hazard for other motorists.
Note:With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery.
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
FUEL
RESET
The fuel pump shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the electric
fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt.
After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not start, the fuel pump
shut-off switch may have been activated.
Roadside Emergencies
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