Ford Taurus Service Manual: Engine - 3.5L Ti-VCT

General Procedures
Camshaft Bearing Journal Diameter NOTE: Refer to the appropriate Section 303-01 for the specification. Measure each camshaft journal diameter in 2 directions. Camshaft Journal to Bearing ...

Specifications, Description and Operation, General Procedures
SPECIFICATIONS Material General Specifications Torque Specifications a Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in) plus an additional 720 degrees. b Tighten to 16 Nm (142 lb-in) plus an additional ...

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Cleaning the interior
WARNING: Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’s safety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing. WARNING: On vehicles equipped with seat-mounted airbags, do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents. Such products could contaminate the side airbag system a ...

Diagnosis and Testing
Charging System Special Tool(s) DTC Charts Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to Diagnostic Methods in Section 100-00 for more information. NOTE: The BCM utilizes a 5-character DTC followe ...

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 ...