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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks from 1990+

Cooling Fans -> DIAGNOSIS & TESTING -> 1994 -> 1994 2.0L/4-121 Engine -> 1995 -> 1995 2.0L/4-121 Engine -> 2.5L/V6-153 Engine -> ASPIRE -> CAPRI -> ESCORT & TRACER -> Less A/C -> PROBE -> TEMPO & TOPAZ -> VILLAGER -> WINDSTAR -> With A/C
Vehicle: 1994 Ford Taurus LX 3.8 V6 GAS

Refer to MOTOR's "Auto Engine Performance & Driveability Manual" for additional EEC-IV and EEC-V diagnostic procedures and testing.

Perform visual inspection before performing diagnosis and testing procedures.

  • Check coolant level and condition.
  • Check condition of radiator, thermostat and hoses.
  • Check for fan blade interference.
  • Check for proper mounting of fan motor.
  • Check for proper fan blade attachment to motor.
  • Check for blown fuses.
  • Check wiring harnesses for damaged wires and poor or corroded connectors.
  • Ensure battery is ful...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Description -> Dual Piston Calipers -> Single Piston Calipers
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Taurus Limited 3.5 V6 GAS

Dual Piston Calipers

The caliper consists of a sliding bridge type caliper housing with dual pistons, caliper mounting frame and inner and outer friction pad assemblies, Figs. through . The caliper is located into and slides on the anchor frame by its thrust face and a locating pin and clip. The friction pads are retained into the anchor frame by the caliper sliding bridge assembly and use an anti-rattle spring clip to reduce brake noise. The friction pads are retained into the sliding bridge assembly by clips located on the back of the friction pad.

Lefthand and righthand caliper an...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Component Locations -> 1986-06 Taurus, Sable & 1988-02 Continental
Vehicle: 1992 Ford Taurus LX 3.8 V6 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Ford Taurus 3.0 V6 FLEX

  • Remove wheel cover or hub cover from wheel and tire assembly.
  • Loosen lug nuts.
  • Raise vehicle on a frame contact hoist and remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove front axle wheel hub retainer and washer. Discard front axle wheel hub retainer. It is a torque prevailing design and cannot be reused.
  • Remove air suspension height sensor from height sensor ball studs. Position air suspension height sensor out of way.
  • Remove front brake anti-lock sensor wire harness from wire harness retaining clip.
  • Remove front brake anti-lock sensor and position aside.
  • Remove and discard front suspens...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Locations
Vehicle: 2009 Ford Taurus Limited 3.5 V6 GAS

Refer to F...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1993 Ford Taurus LX 3.8 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable, then starter motor electrical cable.
  • Remove cable support and ground cable connection from upper starter motor stud bolt.
  • Remove starter bracket from cylinder block and starter.
  • Remove starter motor mounting bolts.
  • On models with automatic transmission, remove st...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Ford Motor Co. -> 1996-99 Sable & Taurus
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the hood.
  • Turn the four nylon push pins retaining the righthand cowl vent screen 90°, then remove the push pins, Fig. .
  • Remove the righthand cowl vent screen retaining clips, then the vent screen.
  • Remove the two cowl top inner panel shield reta...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Low Oil Level Warning Indicator ->
Vehicle: 1991 Ford Taurus L 3.8 V6 GAS

This system is used to indicate when the engine oil level is 11/2 quarts or more below the specified level. The lamp should light during engine starting. If the oil level is sufficient, the lamp will go off when the engine is operating. If the ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Taurus SEL 3.0 V6 FLEX

  • Remove battery and battery tray.
  • Drain cooling system into suitable container.
  • Disconnect upper radiator hose.
  • Disconnect degas return hose.
  • Disconnect upper transaxle cooler line using suitable disconnect tool.
  • Remove air conditioning condenser mounting bolts.
  • Raise and ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Ford Taurus L 2.5 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable from battery.
  • Install suitable 1/2 inch flex handle to square hole in tensioner.
  • Rotate tensi...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Behind Rear Seats, LH Side Diagram for 2002 Ford Taurus  3.0 V6 FLEXBehind Rear Seats, LH Side Diagram for 2002 Ford Taurus 3.0 V6 FLEX

Components on diagram:
  • Power Antenna Module
  • CD Changer
  • Rear Control Unit
  • Evaporative Emission Canister Vent Valve
  • Liftgate Unlock Relay
  • Engine Compartment Component Locations Diagram for 1994 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 GASEngine Compartment Component Locations Diagram for 1994 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Left Headlamp
  • Right Front Side marker Lamp
  • A/C Clutch Field Coil
  • Left Front Side Marker Lamp
  • Right Headlamp
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1995 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1995 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Control Switch
  • Warning Chime Module
  • Wiper Control Module
  • LCD Dimming Relay
  • Radio
  • 2004 Ford Taurus  3.0 V6 FLEX Wiring Diagram2004 Ford Taurus 3.0 V6 FLEX Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Injector 5
  • Fuel Injector 4
  • Fuel Injector 1
  • Fuel Injector 2
  • Fuel Injector 3
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: SPEEDOMETER WAIVERS AND STICKS - REV
    Vehicle: 1993 Ford Taurus GL 3.8 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Instruments, Dash Cluster, Warning Lights, Mirrors
  • Document: DISCHARGED BATTERY - CHARGING SERVICE TIPS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2001 Ford Taurus 3.0 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Starting Problems
  • Auto Systems:
  • Starting, Charging, Battery
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Ford Taurus AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Ford Taurus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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