2017 FORD TAURUS lock

Collision Warning System
ActionMessage
There is a system malfunction with the collision warningsystem. The system is disabled. Contact an authorized dealeras soon as possible.
Collision WarningMalfunction
The collision warning system radar is blocked because of poorradar visibility due to bad weather or ice/mud/water in frontof the radar. Driver can typically clean the sensor to resolve.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Collision Warning NotAvailable SensorBlocked See Manual
There is a system malfunction with the collision warningsystem. The system is disabled. Contact an authorized dealeras soon as possible.
Collision Warning NotAvailable
Doors and Locks
ActionMessage
Displays when a door is not completely closed.X Door Ajar
Displays when the trunk is not completely closed.Trunk Ajar
Driver Alert
ActionMessage
Stop and rest as soon as it is safe to do so.Driver Alert Warning RestNow
Take a rest soon.Driver Alert Warning RestSuggested
Fuel
ActionMessage
An early reminder of a low fuel condition.Fuel Level Low
The fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed.Check Fuel Fill Inlet
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Information Displays

Park Aid
ActionMessage
Displays when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the parkaid is disabled.Check Park Aid
Displays when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the rearpark aid is disabled.Check Rear Park Aid
Displays the park aid status.Rear Park Aid On Off
Passenger Sensing System Message
ActionMessage
Displays when objects are by the passenger seat. After youmove the objects away from the seat, if the warning stays onor continues to come on contact your authorized dealer assoon as possible.
Occupant SensorBLOCKED RemoveObjects Near PassengerSeat
Reminder Messages
ActionMessage
Displays as a reminder to shift into park.Shift to Park
Displayed when the engine is on, the vehicle is in park and thedriver’s door is opened.Engine ON
Power Steering
ActionMessage
The power steering system has detected a condition thatrequires service. Contact an authorized dealer.Steering malfunctionService now
The power steering system is not working. Stop your vehicleat a safe place. Contact an authorized dealer.Service Power SteeringNow
The power steering system has detected a condition withinthe power steering system, or passive entry or passive startsystem requires service. Contact an authorized dealer.
Power Steering AssistFault
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Information Displays

ActionMessage
The transmission is adjusting the shift strategy.Transmission Adapt-Mode
The transmission is locked and unable to select gears.Transmission Indicat-Mode Lockup On
The transmission is unlocked and free to select gears.Transmission Indicat-Mode Lockup Off
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Information Displays

WARNINGS
Install the head restraint properly tohelp minimize the risk of neck injuryin the event of a crash.
Note:Adjust the seatback to an uprightdriving position before adjusting the headrestraint. Adjust the head restraint so thatthe top of it is level with the top of your headand as far forward as possible. Make surethat you remain comfortable. If you areextremely tall, adjust the head restraint toits highest position.
Front seat head restraint
Rear seat center head restraint
The head restraints consist of:
An energy absorbing headrestraint.A
Two steel stems.B
Guide sleeve adjust and unlockbutton.C
Guide sleeve unlock and removebutton.D
Adjusting the Head Restraint
Raising the Head Restraint
Pull the head restraint up.
Lowering the Head Restraint
1. Press and hold button C.
2. Push the head restraint down.
Removing the Head Restraint
1. Pull the head restraint up until itreaches its highest position.
2. Press and hold buttons C and D.
3. Pull the head restraint up.
Installing the Head Restraint
Align the steel stems into the guide sleevesand push the head restraint down until itlocks.
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Rear seat non-adjustable outboardhead restraints
An energy absorbing headrestraint.A
Two steel stems.B
Guide sleeve unlock and removebutton.C
Removing the Head Restraint
1. Pull the head restraint up until itreaches its highest position.
2. Press and hold both C buttons.
3. Pull the head restraint up.
Installing the Head Restraint
Align the steel stems into the guide sleevesand push the head restraint down until itlocks.
Tilting Head Restraints (If Equipped)
The front head restraints tilt for extracomfort. To tilt the head restraint, do thefollowing:
1. Adjust the seatback to an uprightdriving or riding position.
2.Pivot the head restraint forward towardyour head to the desired position.
After the head restraint reaches theforward-most tilt position, pivoting itforward again will then release it to therearward, untilted position.
MANUAL SEATS (If Equipped)
Moving the Seat Backward andForward
WARNINGS
Do not adjust the driver seat orseatback when your vehicle ismoving.
Rock the seat backward and forwardafter releasing the lever to make surethat it is fully engaged.
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MEMORY FUNCTION (If Equipped)
WARNINGS
Before activating the memory seat,make sure that the area immediatelysurrounding the seat is clear ofobstructions and that all occupants areclear of moving parts.
Do not use the memory functionwhen your vehicle is moving.
This function automatically recalls theposition of these features.
•Driver seat.
•Power mirrors.
•Optional power adjustable pedals.
•Optional power steering column.
The memory control is on the side seatpanel.
Type 1A
Type 2B
Saving a Preset Position
1. Switch the ignition on.
2. Adjust the features to your desiredpositions.
3. Press and hold the desired presetbutton until you hear a single tone.
You can save up to two preset memorypositions. You can save a memory presetat any time.
Recalling a Preset Position
Press and release the desired memorypreset button to recall a saved memoryposition.
Note:You can recall a programmedmemory position:
•In any gearshift position if you haveswitched the ignition off.
•Only in park (P) or neutral (N) if youhave switched the ignition on.
You can also recall a preset memoryposition by:
•Pressing the unlock button on yourintelligent access key fob if it is linkedto a preset position.
•Unlocking the intelligent driver doorhandle if a linked key fob is present.
•Entering a personal entry code on theSecuricode keypad. See Doors andLocks (page 57).
Note:When the ignition is off, a linked fobused to recall your memory position movesthe seat and steering column to the EasyEntry position if you enable the Easy Entryand Exit feature in the information display.
Note:During a memory recall, pressing anyseat, steering column, mirror or memorybutton cancels the operation.
Linking a Preset Position to YourRemote Control or Intelligent AccessKey
You can save the preset memory positionsfor up to three remote controls orintelligent access (IA) keys.
1.With the ignition on, move the memorypositions to the desired positions.
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2. Press and hold the desired presetbutton for five seconds. A tone soundsafter about two seconds. Continueholding until you hear a second tone.
3. Within three seconds, press the lockbutton on the remote control you arelinking.
To unlink a remote control, follow thesame procedure – except in Step 3, pressthe unlock button on the remote control.
Easy Entry and Exit Feature (If
Equipped)
If you enable the easy entry and exitfeature, it automatically moves the driverseat position rearward up to 2 in (5 cm)and the steering column up and forwardwhen you switch the ignition off.
When you switch the ignition on, the driverseat and steering column return to theprevious position.
You can enable or disable this feature inthe information display. See InformationDisplays (page 89).
REAR SEATS
Split-folding Rear Seat
WARNING
Before returning the seatback to itsoriginal position, make sure thatcargo or any objects are not trappedbehind the seatback. After returning theseatback to its original position, pull on theseatback to make sure that it has fullylatched. An unlatched seat may becomedangerous in the event of a sudden stopor crash.
You can fold one or both rear seatbacks.
Pull the strap located on the outboard sideof the seatback to release it, then fold theseatback down. Pull up on the seat andpush it back until you hear it latch intoplace.
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HEATED SEATS (If Equipped)
WARNING
People who are unable to feel painto their skin because of advancedage, chronic illness, diabetes, spinalcord injury, medication, alcohol use,exhaustion or other physical conditions,must use caution when using the heatedseat. The heated seat may cause burnseven at low temperatures, especially ifused for long periods of time. Do not placeanything on the seat that may block theheat, such as a blanket or cushion. This cancause the heated seat to overheat. Do notpuncture the seat with pins, needles orother pointed objects. This damages theheating element and can cause the heatedseat to overheat. An overheated seat maycause serious personal injury.
Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat.
•Operate the heated seat if water or anyother liquid spills on the seat. Allow theseat to dry thoroughly.
Note:You must switch the ignition on touse this feature.
Press the heated seat symbol to cyclethrough the various heat settings and off.More indicator lights indicate warmersettings.
Rear Heated Seats (If Equipped)
WARNING
People who are unable to feel painto their skin because of advancedage, chronic illness, diabetes, spinalcord injury, medication, alcohol use,exhaustion or other physical conditions,must use caution when using the heatedseat. The heated seat may cause burnseven at low temperatures, especially ifused for long periods of time. Do not placeanything on the seat that may block theheat, such as a blanket or cushion. This cancause the heated seat to overheat. Do notpuncture the seat with pins, needles orother pointed objects. This damages theheating element and can cause the heatedseat to overheat. An overheated seat maycause serious personal injury.
Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat.
•Operate the heated seat if water or anyother liquid spills on the seat. Allow theseat to dry thoroughly.
Note:You must switch the ignition on touse this feature.
The rear seat heat controls are on the rearof the center console.
Press the heated seat symbol to cyclethrough the various heat settings and off.More indicator lights indicate warmersettings.
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