2016 FORD TAURUS fuel consumption

Starting and Stopping the
Engine
General Information....................................134
Ignition Switch...............................................134
Keyless Starting
............................................134
Starting a Gasoline Engine
........................135
Engine Block Heater....................................138
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions
......................................140
Fuel Quality......................................................141
Fuel Quality......................................................141
Fuel Filler Funnel Location
........................142
Running Out of Fuel.....................................142
Refueling..........................................................143
Fuel Consumption
........................................145
Emission Control System..........................146
Transmission
Automatic Transmission
...........................149
All-Wheel Drive
Using All-Wheel Drive
.................................152
Brakes
General Information
....................................159
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes...........................................................159
Parking Brake.................................................160
Traction Control
Principle of Operation..................................161
Using Traction Control
.................................161
Stability Control
Principle of Operation.................................162
Using Stability Control...............................163 Parking Aids
Principle of Operation.................................165
Rear Parking Aid
............................................165
Active Park Assist
.........................................166
Rear View Camera........................................170
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.................................173
Using Cruise Control....................................173
Using Adaptive Cruise Control
.................174
Driving Aids
Driver Alert.......................................................181
Lane Keeping System.................................182
Blind Spot Information System..............186
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................188
Steering.............................................................191
Collision Warning System.........................192
Load Carrying
Cargo Nets......................................................195
Load Limit.......................................................195
Towing
Towing a Trailer
............................................203
Recommended Towing Weights...........204
Essential Towing Checks
..........................205
Transporting the Vehicle
...........................207
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......207
Driving Hints
Breaking-In....................................................209
Economical Driving
.....................................209
Driving Through Water................................210
Floor Mats
.......................................................210
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance
...................................212
Hazard Warning Flashers
...........................213
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4. Operate the fuel pump nozzle within
the area shown. 5.
Slightly raise the fuel pump nozzle and
then slowly remove it.
6. Fully close the fuel tank filler door.
Note: Do not attempt to start the engine
if you have filled the fuel tank with incorrect
fuel. Incorrect fuel use can cause damage
not covered by the vehicle Warranty. Have
your vehicle checked immediately.
FUEL CONSUMPTION
Empty reserve is the amount of fuel
remaining in the tank after the fuel gauge
indicates empty. The amount of usable
fuel in the empty reserve varies and should
not be relied upon to increase driving range. •
The usable capacity of the fuel tank is
the amount of fuel that can be added
into the tank after the gauge indicates
empty.
• The advertised capacity is the total fuel
tank size. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 294). It is the
combined usable capacity plus the
empty reserve.
• Due to the empty reserve, you may not
be able to refuel the full amount of the
advertised capacity of the fuel tank
even when the fuel gauge reads empty.
Filling the Tank
For consistent results when refueling:
• Turn the ignition off before fueling; an
inaccurate reading results if the engine
is left running.
• Use the same fill rate
(low-medium-high) each time the tank
is filled.
• Allow no more than one automatic
shut-off when refueling.
Results are most accurate when the filling
method is consistent.
Calculating Fuel Economy
Do not measure fuel economy during the
first
1,000 mi (1,600 km) of driving (this is
your engine ’s break-in period). A more
accurate measurement is obtained after
2,000 mi (3,200 km)
to 3,000 mi
(4,800 km). Also, fuel expense, frequency
of fill ups or fuel gauge readings are not
accurate ways to measure fuel economy.
1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record
the initial odometer reading.
2. Each time you fill the fuel tank, record the amount of fuel added.
3. After at least three fill ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer
reading.
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4. Subtract your initial odometer reading
from the current odometer reading.
To calculate L/100 km (liters per 100
kilometers) fuel consumption, multiply the
liters used by 100, then divide by kilometers
traveled. To calculate MPG (miles per
gallon) fuel consumption, divide miles
traveled by gallons used.
Keep a record for at least one month and
record the type of driving (city or highway).
This provides an accurate estimate of your
vehicle ’s fuel economy under current
driving conditions. Keeping records during
summer and winter will show how
temperature impacts fuel economy.
Conditions
• Heavily loading your vehicle reduces
fuel economy.
• Carrying unnecessary weight in your
vehicle may reduce fuel economy.
• Adding certain accessories to your
vehicle such as bug deflectors, rollbars
or light bars, running boards and ski
racks may reduce fuel economy.
• Using fuel blended with alcohol may
lower fuel economy.
• Fuel economy may decrease with lower
temperatures.
• Fuel economy may decrease when
driving short distances.
• You will get better fuel economy when
driving on flat terrain than when driving
on hilly terrain.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARNINGS
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle
in dry grass or other dry ground cover.
The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system,
which can start a fire. WARNINGS
Exhaust leaks may result in entry of
harmful and potentially lethal fumes
into the passenger compartment. If
you smell exhaust fumes inside your
vehicle, have your dealer inspect your
vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you
smell exhaust fumes. Your vehicle is equipped with various
emission control components and a
catalytic converter that will enable your
vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust
emission standards.
To make sure that the catalytic converter
and other emission control components
continue to work properly:
•
Use only the specified fuel listed.
• Avoid running out of fuel.
• Do not turn off the ignition while your
vehicle is moving, especially at high
speeds.
• Have the items listed in scheduled
maintenance information performed
according to the specified schedule.
The scheduled maintenance items listed
in scheduled maintenance information are
essential to the life and performance of
your vehicle and to its emissions system.
If you use anything other than Ford,
Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts for
maintenance replacements or for service
of components affecting emission control,
such non-Ford parts should be equivalent
to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in
performance and durability.
Illumination of the service engine soon
indicator, charging system warning light or
the temperature warning light, fluid leaks,
strange odors, smoke or loss of engine
power could indicate that the emission
control system is not working properly.
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Extended Service Plan (ESP)..................373
EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN (CANADA
ONLY)................................................................ 374
EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN (U.S. Only).................................................................. 373
Exterior Mirrors................................................76
Auto-Dimming Feature...................................... 76
Blind Spot Monitor............................................... 77
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors............................... 76
Heated Exterior Mirrors....................................... 76
Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors........................... 77
Memory Mirrors..................................................... 76
Power Exterior Mirrors......................................... 76
Puddle Lamps........................................................ 77
F
Fastening the Seatbelts..............................28 Safety Belt Extension Assembly.................... 30
Safety Belt Locking Modes............................... 29
Using Safety Belts During Pregnancy...........28
Flat Tire Inflation See: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit................264
Floor Mats
.......................................................210
Foot Pedals See: Adjusting the Pedals................................. 66
Ford Credit
..........................................................11
(U.S. Only)................................................................. 11
Front Passenger Sensing System.............37
Fuel and Refueling.......................................140
Fuel Consumption
........................................145
Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 145
Filling the Tank..................................................... 145
Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................142
Fuel Filter
........................................................249
Fuel Quality......................................................141 Choosing the Right Fuel.................................... 141
Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel Vehicles.............................................................. 141
Fuel Shutoff
....................................................213
Fuses................................................................224
Fuse Specification Chart
...........................224
Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel.................................................................. 229
Power Distribution Box.................................... 224G
Garage Door Opener
See: Universal Garage Door Opener............127
Gauges...............................................................80 Fuel Gauge............................................................... 81
Information Display.............................................. 81
Type 1........................................................................\
80
Type 2........................................................................\
81
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................43
Intelligent Access................................................. 43
General Maintenance Information........375 Multi-Point Inspection...................................... 377
Owner Checks and Services.......................... 376
Protecting Your Investment........................... 375
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.......................... 375
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 375
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................220
Getting the Services You Need................217 Away From Home............................................... 217
Global Opening
...............................................76
Opening the Windows........................................ 76
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake............................................. 160
Hazard Warning Flashers
...........................213
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps..................... 252
Headlamp Exit Delay
......................................71
Head Restraints.............................................116
Adjusting the Head Restraint........................... 117
Tilting Head Restraints ..................................... 118
Heated Seats
..................................................124
Rear Heated Seats............................................. 124
Heated Steering Wheel
...............................65
Heated Windows and Mirrors...................114 Heated Exterior Mirror........................................ 114
Heated Rear Window......................................... 114
Heating See: Climate Control......................................... 106
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