Ford Taurus Service Manual: Electrical Distribution

Interior Lighting
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Interior Lighting Overview The interior lighting system consists of: Courtesy lamps Demand lamps Ambient lighting (if equipped) The courtesy lamps subsystem consists of: ...

Module Communications Network
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Communications Network Overview Multiplexing is a method of sending 2 or more signals simultaneously on the same network circuits. Multiplexing is used to allow 2 or more el ...

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General Procedures
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter Programming NOTE: The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) is programmed automatically during the Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) programming. For information on programming the IKT keys, refer to ...

Starting and Stopping the Engine
GENERAL INFORMATION WARNING: Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle on dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats ...

Adding Engine Oil
Note: Do not remove the filler cap when the engine is running. Note: Do not add engine oil further than the MAX mark. Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Only use oils certified for gasoline engines by the American Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark sym ...