2005 FORD TAURUS trunk

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
You can use the keyless entry
keypad to:
²lock or unlock the doors without
using a key.
²open the trunk or liftgate (wagon).
²activate or deactivate the autolock feature.
The keypad can be operated with the factory set 5±digit entry code; this
code is located on the owner's wallet card in the glove box, is marked on
the computer module, and is available from your authorized dealer. You
can also create your own 5±digit personal entry code.
When pressing the controls on the keypad, press the middle of the
controls to ensure a good activation.
Programming a personal entry code
To create your own personal entry code:
1. Enter the factory set code.Note:The keyless entry keypad and
interior lights will illuminate and the driver's door will unlock.
2. Within five seconds press the 1²2 on the keypad.
3. Enter your personal 5-digit code. Each number must be entered
within five seconds of each other.
4. The doors will again lock then unlock, to confirm that your personal
keycode has been programmed to the module.
Tips:
²Do not set a code that uses five of the same number.
²Do not use five numbers in sequential order.
²The factory set code will work even if you have set your own personal
code.
²If you set a second personal code it will erase your first personal code.
Note:To exit programming mode, either wait 5 seconds after pressing 1
²2 on the keypad, or press the 7²8 and 9²0 pads simultaneously to
lock all vehicle doors and end programming mode.
Erasing personal codes
1. Enter the factory set 5±digit code. The keyless entry keypad and
interior lights will illuminate and the driver's door will unlock.
123
45678
90
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2. Press and release the 1²2 within five seconds of completing Step 1.
3. Press and hold the 1²2 for two seconds to erase the customer
programmed codes.
All personal codes are now erased and only the factory set 5±digit code
will work.
Note:To exit programming mode, either wait 5 seconds after pressing 1
²2 on the keypad, or press the 7²8 and 9²0 pads simultaneously to
lock all vehicle doors and end programming mode.
Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry
To unlock the driver's door,enter the factory set 5-digit code or your
personal code. Each number must be pressed within five seconds of each
other. The interior lamps will illuminate.
To unlock all doors and the liftgate (wagon),enter the factory set
code or your personal code, then press the 3²4 control within five
seconds.
To unlock the trunk or unlock the liftgate (wagon),enter the
factory set code or your personal code, then press the 5²6 control
within five seconds.
To lock all doors,press the 7²8 and the 9²0 at the same time. You
do notneed to enter the keypad code first.
Autolock (if equipped)
This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the following
conditions are met:
²all the doors are closed,
²the engine is running,
²you shift into gear, putting the vehicle in motion, and.
²the vehicle's speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h).
Relock
The autolock feature repeats when the following conditions are met:
²any door is opened then closed while the engine is running, and
²you shift into gear, putting the vehicle in motion, and
²the vehicle's speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h).
To deactivate/reactivate the autolock feature using the power door
unlock control
You must complete Steps 1-7 within 30 seconds or the procedure will
have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must
wait 30 seconds.
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Triggering the anti-theft system
The armed system will be triggered if:
²Any door, liftgate (wagon) or the hood is opened without using the
key or the remote entry transmitter.
²The trunk key cylinder is forced.
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If your vehicle is a sedan, the fuel
pump shut-off switch is located on
the right side of the trunk behind
the trunk liner.
If your vehicle is a wagon, the fuel
pump shut-off switch is located
behind the service panel on the
right side of the cargo area.
Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch.
1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position.
2. Check the fuel system for leaks.
3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switch by
pushing in on the reset button.
4. Turn the ignition to the ON position. Pause for a few seconds and
return the key to the OFF position.
5. Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system.
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Fuse/relay
locationFuse amp
ratingPassenger compartment fuse
panel description
16 10A Not used (spare)
17 15A Stop lamp, Speed control
deactivation switch
18 15A Parklamps, PWM (backlighting),
Autolamps
19 10A Heated mirrors, Rear defrost
switch indicator
20 10A Restraints (air bag module/OCS
module)
21 15A Transmission range sensor
(transmission position switch)
22 15A Front washer pump,
Electrochromatic mirror,
Compass, Cluster (RUN/ACC),
Integrated Control Panel (ICP)
logic, Rear wiper (wagon only),
Rear washer (wagon only)
23 30A Front wiper motor
24 Ð Not used
25 20A Power point
26 20A Power locks, Liftgate
(wagon)/Trunk (sedan) release
27 10A Anti-lock Brake System (ABS),
Speed control, Traction control,
Brake-shift interlock, A/C function
switch (manual A/C only),
Temperature blend door (manual
A/C only), Defrost coil
28 15A Turn signals, Back-up lamps
29 20A Cigar lighter
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²In the sedan, these are located in
the trunk cargo area storage
compartment.
²In the wagon, they are stored in
the left side rear trim panel for
the temporary spare and in the
floor cargo area storage
compartment for the full size
spare.
3. If equipped with a wheel cover
that's bolted on, loosen the five
plastic nuts with the lug nut
wrench.
4. Remove the center ornament or wheel cover from the wheel with the
tapered end of the wheel lug nut wrench that came with your vehicle.
Insert and twist the handle, then pry against the wheel.
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LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
ItemsFord Part
Name or
equivalentFord Part
NumberFord
Specification
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1 ESA-M6C25-A
and DOT 3
Door latch, hood
latch, auxiliary
hood latch, seat
tracks, trunk
and liftgate
latchesMulti-Purpose
GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 ESR-M1C159-A
or
ESA-M1C93-B
Lock cylinders Penetrating and
Lock LubricantMotorcraft XL-1 none
Automatic
transaxle
( 4F50N
1)Motorcraft
MERCONtV
AT FXT-5-QM
MERCONtV
Engine oil Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)XO-5W20-QSP
(US)
CXO-5W20±
LSP12 (Canada)WSS-M2C153±H
and API
Certification
Mark
Constant
velocity jointsCV Joint Grease
(High Temp.)XG-5 WSS-M2C258±A1
Engine coolant Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)VC-7-A (U.S.,
except CA and
OR), VC-7-B
(CA and OR
only)WSS
-M97B51±A1
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
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Remote entry system
illuminated entry ......................79
locking/unlocking doors ...........73
opening the trunk .....................77
Roadside assistance ..................150
Roof rack .....................................72
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........107
Safety belts (see
Safety restraints) ....92, 95±98, 100
Safety defects, reporting ..........180
Safety restraints ............92, 95±101
belt minder .............................103
extension assembly ................107
for adults .............................96±98
for children .....................117±118
lap belt ....................................100
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................93
safety belt maintenance .........107
warning light and
chime ...............................102±103
Safety seats for children ..........120
Seat belts (see
Safety restraints) ........................92
Seats ............................................88
child safety seats ....................120
front seats .................................89
Servicing your vehicle ..............187
Setting the clock
AM/FM stereo ...........................15
AM/FM/CD .................................19
AM/FM/Tape ..............................16
Spare tire (see
Changing the Tire) ...................159Spark plugs,
specifications .............231, 235±236
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................234±235
Speed control ..............................51
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......133
Starting your
vehicle ........................130±131, 133
jump starting ..........................165
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................47
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................47
Tires ...........................159, 218±219
alignment ................................226
care ..........................................224
changing ..........................159, 161
checking the pressure ............224
label .........................................224
replacing ..................................229
rotating ....................................226
safety practices .......................229
sidewall information ...............220
snow tires and chains ............230
spare tire .................................160
terminology .............................219
tire grades ...............................219
treadwear ........................218, 228
Towing .......................................146
recreational towing .................148
trailer towing ..........................146
wrecker ....................................170
Traction control ........................136
Transaxle
fluid, refill capacities ..............232
lubricant specifications ..........235
Transmission .............................138
Index
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