The hazard flasher control is
located on the instrument panel
by the radio. Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is
creating a safety hazard for other motorists.
• Press the flasher control and all front and rear direction signals will flash.
• Press the flasher control again to turn them off.
Note: With extended use, the flashers may run down your 12–volt battery.
Roadside Emergencies
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting Roadside Assistance
To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor
Company offers a complimentary Roadside Assistance program.
This ...
Fuel cut-off switch
WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary repair fuel leaks
after a collision may increase the risk of fire and serious injury.
Ford Motor Company recommends that the fuel system be inspected b ...
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Locking and unlocking
You can use the power door lock control or the remote control to lock
and unlock your vehicle.
Power Door Locks
The power door lock control is located on the driver and front passenger
door panels.
A. Unlock
B. Lock
Remote Control
You can use the remote control anytime your vehicle is not ...
Using snow chains
Your Taurus SHO may be equipped with summer tires to provide
superior performance on wet and dry roads. Summer tires do not have
the Mud and Snow (M+S or M/S) tire traction rating on the tire side
wall. Since summer tires do not have the same traction performance as
All-season or Snow tires, For ...
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 ...
