2013 FORD TAURUS Owners Manual

WARNING:Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light
on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance
may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle
checked by your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Driving
extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake
failure and the risk of personal injury.
Charging system (RTT)
Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. If it stays
on while the engine is running, there may be a malfunction with
the charging system. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible. This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related
component.
Door ajar (RTT)
Displays when the ignition is on and any door is not completely
closed.
Engine oil pressure (RTT)
Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range.
Engine coolant temperature (RTT)
Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop
the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let
cool.
Grade assist (if equipped) (RTT)
Illuminates when grade assist is turned on.
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Heads up display (if equipped)
A red beam of lights will illuminate on the windshield in certain
instances when using adaptive cruise control and/or the collision
warning system. It will also illuminate momentarily when you
start your vehicle to make sure the display works.
High beams
Illuminates when the high-beam headlamps are on.
Low fuel (RTT)
Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near
empty.
Low tire pressure warning
Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the light remains
on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be
checked. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light will
illuminate for 3 seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does
not turn on or begins to flash, contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Low washer fluid (RTT)
Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low.
Park lamps
Illuminates when the park lamps are on.
Powertrain malfunction/reduced power (RTT)
Illuminates when a powertrain or an AWD fault has been
detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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Safety belt
Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minderchime
will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt.
Service engine soon
Theservice engine soonindicator light illuminates when the
ignition is first turned to the on position to check the bulb and
to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the “service engine soon”
light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no
malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the “service
engine soon” light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not
ready for I/M testing. See theReadiness for inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testingin theFuel and Refuelingchapter.
Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the on-board
diagnostics system (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to
On-board diagnostics (OBD-II)in theFuel and Refuelingchapter. If
the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your
catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration
and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your
authorized dealer.
WARNING:Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust
temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel
system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly
causing a fire.
Speed control (if equipped) (RTT)
The speed control system indicator light changes color to
indicate what mode the system is in:
•On (gray light-type 1, white light-type 2): Illuminates when the speed
control system is turned on. Turns off when the speed control system
is turned off.
•Engaged (white light-type 1, green light-type 2): Illuminates when the
speed control system is engaged. Turns off when the speed control
system is disengaged.
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Turn signal
Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard
warning flasher is turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash
faster, check for a burned out bulb.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
Key In Ignition Warning Chime
Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory
position and the driver’s door is opened.
Sounds when the keyless vehicle is in RUN and the driver’s door is
opened (if equipped).
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off
(the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parking brake on and drive your vehicle.
If the warning chime remains on after you have released the parking
brake, have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers
use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their
focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the
vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while
driving and that you comply with all applicable laws.
Various systems on your vehicle can be controlled using the information
display controls on the steering wheel. Corresponding information is
displayed in the information display.
Information Display Controls (Type 1)
•Press the up and down arrow
buttons to scroll through and
highlight the options within a
menu.
•Press the right arrow button to
enter a sub-menu.
•Press the left arrow button to
exit a menu.
•Press the OK button to choose
and confirm a setting/messages.
Menu
You can access the menus using the information display control.
Note:Some options may appear slightly different or not at all if the
items are optional.
†Trip1/2
Trip Odometer
Tr i p Ti m e
Fuel Used
Compass (located in lower line of display).Note:this will also display
in other menus.
Total Odometer (located in lower line of display).Note:this will also
display in other menus.
†SeeTrip and fuel economy computerlater in this section for more
information.
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Fuel Economy
Distance to E
Inst Fuel Econ
Average Fuel
Compass (located in lower line of display).Note:this will also display
in other menus.
Total Odometer (located in lower line of display).Note:this will also
display in other menus.
†SeeTrip and fuel economy computerlater in this section for more
information.
Information
Intelligent AWD — Displays power distribution between the front and
rear wheels. More power to either front or rear wheels will be displayed
by more area filled in.
MyKeyDistance (if key is programmed) — Distance traveled when a
programmed key is in use.
MyKeyInformation — Number of MyKeys and admin keys
programmed)
Coolant Temp. — The engine coolant indicator will change colors
indicating: blue for cool, gray for normal and red for hot. If the engine
coolant temperature exceeds the normal range, stop the vehicle as
soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.
Settings
Driver Assist Traction Control
Blind Spot
Collision
WarningSensitivity High, Normal or Low
Chimes (not selectable if using a MyKey)
Warning (not selectable if using a MyKey)
Cross Traffic
Cruise
ControlAdaptive or Normal
Rear Park Aid
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Settings
Display Language Select your applicable language
Units Distance Miles and Gallons or km/L
or L/100km
Temperature Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius
(°C)
Convenience Auto Highbeam
Autolamp
DelayOff or number of seconds
Compass Display
Calibrate (if
equipped)Hold OK to Calibrate
Zone (1–15)
DTE
CalculationNormal or Towing
Easy Entry/Exit
Locks Autolock
Autounlock
Remote
UnlockingAll Doors or Driver First
Oil life Reset Set XXX%
Remote Start Climate
ControlHeater – A/C / Auto or Last
Setting
Heated Wheel / Auto or Off
Front Defrost / Auto or Off
Rear Defrost / Auto or Off
Driver Seat / Auto or Off
Passenger Seat / Auto or Off
Duration (5, 10 or 15 minutes)
Quiet Start
System
Windows Remote Open
Wipers Courtesy Wipe
Rain Sensing
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Settings
MyKey Create MyKey Hold OK to Create MyKey
911 Assist Always On or User Selectable
Traction
ControlAlways On or User Selectable
Max Speed 80 MPH (130 km/h) or Off
Speed Minder 45 mph (75 km/h), 55 mph (90 km/h),
65 mph (105 km/h) or Off
Volume Limiter
Clear MyKeys Hold OK to Clear MyKeys
System Reset Hold OK to Reset to Factory Default
System Check
All active warnings will display first if applicable. The system check
menu may appear different based upon equipment options and current
vehicle status. Use the up/down arrow buttons to scroll through the list.
TRIP AND FUEL ECONOMY COMPUTER
Resetting the Trip Computer
Press and hold OK on the current screen to reset the respective trip,
distance, time and fuel information.
Odometer
Registers the total accumulated distance for the lifetime of the vehicle.
This value cannot be reset.
Trip Odometer
Registers the distance of individual journeys.
Total Time
Registers the total time of a trip.
Fuel Used
Shows the amount of fuel used for a given trip.
Distance to E
Indicates the approximate distance the vehicle will travel on the fuel
remaining in the tank. Changes in driving pattern may cause the value to
vary.
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