2017 FORD TAURUS center console

Adjusting the Steering Wheel - VehiclesWith: Power Adjustable SteeringColumn..........................................................66
Audio Control...................................................67
Voice Control...................................................68
Cruise Control.................................................68
Information Display Control......................68
Heated Steering Wheel...............................68
Pedals
Adjusting the Pedals....................................69
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers.........................................70
Autowipers........................................................70
Windshield Washers.......................................71
Lighting
General Information......................................72
Lighting Control...............................................72
Autolamps.........................................................73
Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................74
Headlamp Exit Delay....................................74
Daytime Running Lamps.............................74
Automatic High Beam Control..................75
Direction Indicators........................................76
Interior Lamps.................................................76
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows..............................................78
Global Opening...............................................79
Exterior Mirrors................................................79
Interior Mirror....................................................81
Sun Visors..........................................................81
Sun Shades.......................................................81
Moonroof...........................................................82
Instrument Cluster
Gauges...............................................................83
Warning Lamps and Indicators................85
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............88
Information Displays
General Information.....................................89
Information Messages.................................98
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control............................109
Automatic Climate Control - VehiclesWithout: Touchscreen Display.............110
Automatic Climate Control - VehiclesWith: Premium AM/FM/CD....................111
Automatic Climate Control - VehiclesWith: Sony Audio System.......................113
Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate..........................................................115
Heated Windows and Mirrors....................117
Cabin Air Filter.................................................117
Remote Start..................................................118
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position...................119
Head Restraints.............................................119
Manual Seats..................................................121
Power Seats....................................................122
Memory Function..........................................125
Rear Seats.......................................................126
Heated Seats..................................................127
Climate Controlled Seats..........................128
Rear Seat Armrest........................................128
Universal Garage DoorOpener
Universal Garage Door Opener...............130
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points................................135
Storage Compartments
Center Console..............................................136
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Table of Contents

The control is on the center console.
The sun shade has a one-touch up anddown feature. Press and release thecontrol to move the sun shade. To stopmotion, press the control a second time.
The sun shade automatically retracts whenyou shift the transmission into reverse (R).
MOONROOF (If Equipped)
WARNINGS
Do not let children play with themoonroof or leave them unattendedin the vehicle. They may seriouslyhurt themselves.
When closing the moonroof, youshould verify that it is free ofobstructions and make sure thatchildren and pets are not in the proximityof the roof opening.
You can manually open or close the slidingshade when the moonroof is closed. Pullthe shade toward the front of your vehicleto close it.
The moonroof controls are located on theoverhead console and have a one-touchopen and close feature. To stop it duringone-touch operation, press the control asecond time.
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
Press and release the SLIDE control toopen the moonroof. The moonroof willstop short of the fully opened position.
Note:This position helps to reduce windnoise or rumbling which may happen withthe moonroof fully open. Press and releasethe control again to fully open themoonroof.
Pull and release the SLIDE control to closethe moonroof.
Bounce-Back
The moonroof will stop automaticallywhile closing. It will reverse some distanceif there is an obstacle in the way.
Pull and hold the SLIDE control within twoseconds of a bounce-back event tooverride this function. While bounce-backis active, the closing force increases foreach of the next three times that you closethe moonroof.
Venting the Moonroof
Press and release the TILT control to ventthe moonroof. Pull and hold the TILTcontrol to close the moonroof.
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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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12 Volt DC Power Point
WARNINGS
Do not plug optional electricalaccessories into the cigar lightersocket. Incorrect use of the cigarlighter can cause damage not covered bythe vehicle warranty, and can result in fireor serious injury.
Do not use a power point foroperating a cigar lighter. Incorrectuse of the power points can causedamage not covered by the vehiclewarranty, and can result in fire or seriousinjury.
Note:When you switch the ignition on, youcan use the socket to power 12 voltappliances with a maximum current ratingof 15 amps.
If the power supply does not work after youswitch the ignition off, switch the ignitionon.Note:Do not hang any accessory from theaccessory plug.
Note:Do not use the power point over thevehicle capacity of 12 volt DC 180 watts ora fuse may blow.
Note:Always keep the power point capsclosed when not in use.
Do not insert objects other than anaccessory plug into the power point. Thiswill damage the power point and blow thefuse.
Run the vehicle for full capacity use of thepower point.
To prevent the battery from running out ofcharge:
•Do not use the power point longer thannecessary when the vehicle is notrunning.
•Do not leave devices plugged inovernight or when you park your vehiclefor extended periods.
Locations
Power points may be in the followinglocations:
•On the instrument panel.
•Inside the center console.
•On the rear of the center console.
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Auxiliary Power Points

CENTER CONSOLE
Stow items in the cup holder carefully asitems may become loose during hardbraking, acceleration or crashes, includinghot drinks which may spill.
Available console features include:
Cup holder.A
Center storage compartmentwith auxiliary power point andtwo USB ports.
B
Auxiliary power point and rearheated seats control.C
Note:Some consoles have panel doorscovering the cup holders and switches. Pressthe doors to open them.
Note:Some cup holders have a divider. Pullup on the divider and move it in the slots tobest fit the cup you are using.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
Press near the rear edge of the door toopen it.
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
WARNINGS
Vehicle modifications involvingbraking system, aftermarket roofracks, suspension, steering system,tire construction and wheel and tire sizemay change the handling characteristicsof your vehicle and may adversely affectthe performance of the electronic stabilitycontrol system. In addition, installing anystereo loudspeakers may interfere withand adversely affect the electronic stabilitycontrol system. Install any aftermarketstereo loudspeaker as far as possible fromthe front center console, the tunnel, andthe front seats in order to minimize the riskof interfering with the electronic stabilitycontrol sensors. Reducing theeffectiveness of the electronic stabilitycontrol system could lead to an increasedrisk of loss of vehicle control, vehiclerollover, personal injury and death.
Remember that even advancedtechnology cannot defy the laws ofphysics. It’s always possible to losecontrol of a vehicle due to inappropriatedriver input for the conditions. Aggressivedriving on any road condition can causeyou to lose control of your vehicleincreasing the risk of personal injury orproperty damage. Activation of theelectronic stability control system is anindication that at least some of the tireshave exceeded their ability to grip the road;this could reduce the operator’s ability tocontrol the vehicle potentially resulting ina loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover,personal injury and death. If your electronicstability control system activates, SLOWDOWN.
The system automatically turns on eachtime you switch the ignition on.
If a fault occurs in either the stabilitycontrol or the traction control system, youmay experience the following conditions:
•The stability and traction control lightilluminates steadily.
•The stability control and tractioncontrol systems do not enhance yourvehicle's ability to maintain traction ofthe wheels.
If a driving condition activates either thestability control or the traction controlsystem you may experience the followingconditions:
•The stability and traction control lightflashes.
•Your vehicle slows down.
•Reduced engine power.
•A vibration in the brake pedal.
•The brake pedal is stiffer than usual.
•If the driving condition is severe andyour foot is not on the brake, the brakepedal may move as the system applieshigher brake force.
The stability control system has severalfeatures built into it to help you maintaincontrol of your vehicle:
Electronic Stability Control
The system enhances your vehicle’s abilityto prevent skids or lateral slides byapplying brakes to one or more of thewheels individually and, if necessary,reducing engine power.
Traction Control
The system enhances your vehicle’s abilityto maintain traction of the wheels bydetecting and controlling wheel spin. SeeUsing Traction Control (page 166).
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Stability Control

Note:Large contrasts in lighting can limitsensor performance.
Note:The system works above 40 mph(64 km/h).
Note:The system works as long as thecamera can detect one lane marking.
Note:When Aid mode is on and the systemdetects no steering activity for a shortperiod, the system will alert you to put yourhands on the steering wheel. The systemmay detect a light grip or touch on thesteering wheel as hands off driving.
The system notifies you to stay in your lanethrough the steering system and theinstrument cluster display when the frontcamera detects an unintentional drift outof your lane is likely to occur. The systemautomatically detects and tracks the roadlane markings using a camera mountedbehind the interior rear view mirror.
Switching the System On and Off
Note:The system on or off setting is storeduntil it is manually changed, unless a MyKeyis detected. If the system detects a MyKeyit defaults to on and the mode is set to Alert.
Note:If a MyKey is detected, pressing thebutton will not affect the on or off status ofthe system.
Press the button located on thecenter console to switch thesystem on or off.
System Settings
The system has optional setting menusavailable. To view or adjust the settings,See General Information (page 89). Thesystem stores the last-known selection foreach of these settings. You do not need toreadjust your settings each time you turnon the system.
Mode (if equipped): This setting allowsyou to select which of the system featuresyou can enable.
Alert only – Provides a steering wheelvibration when the system detects anunintended lane departure.
Note:Some vehicles are equipped with thealert function only.
Aid only (if equipped) – Provides anassistance steering torque input towardthe lane center when the system detectsan unintended lane departure.
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AUDIO INPUT JACK
WARNINGS
Driving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, crash andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.
For safety reasons, do not connector adjust the settings on yourportable music player while yourvehicle is moving.
Store the portable music player in asecure location, such as the centerconsole or the glove box, when yourvehicle is moving. Hard objects maybecome projectiles in a collision or suddenstop, which may increase the risk of seriousinjury. The audio extension cable must belong enough to allow the portable musicplayer to be safely stored while yourvehicle is moving.
The auxiliary input jack allows you toconnect and play music from your portablemusic player through your vehicle speakers.You can use any portable music playerdesigned for use with headphones. Youraudio extension cable must have male1/8th-inch (3.5 millimeter) connectors ateach end.
1. Switch off the engine, radio andportable music player. Set the parkingbrake and put the transmission inposition P.
2. Plug the extension cable from theportable music player into the auxiliaryinput jack.
3. Switch the radio on. Select either atuned FM station or a CD.
4. Adjust the volume as desired.
5. Switch your portable music player onand adjust its volume to half itsmaximum level.
6.Press the media button until the audioinput option appears in the display. Youshould hear music from your deviceeven if it is low.
7. Adjust the volume on your portablemusic player until it reaches the volumelevel of the FM station or CD. Do thisby switching back and forth betweenthe AUX and FM or CD controls.
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