Ford Taurus Owners Manual: Security

Interior luggage compartment release
WARNING: Keep vehicle doors and luggage compartment locked and keep keys and remote transmitters out of a child’s reach. Unsupervised children could lock themselves in the trunk and risk injury ...

SecuriLock® passive anti-theft system
Note: The system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Note: Metallic o ...

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Identification Codes
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Locator The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a 17-digit combination of letters and numbers. The VIN is stamped on a metal tab riveted to the instrument panel top, upper left of the dash. The VIN is a ...

Supplementary Restraints System
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION WARNING: Airbags do not inflate slowly or gently, and the risk of injury from a deploying airbag is the greatest close to the trim covering the airbag module. WARNING: All occupants of your vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, ev ...

General Procedures
Audio Control Module (ACM) Self-Diagnostic Mode NOTE: If the ACM is completely inoperative (does not power up), the part number decal on the ACM chassis can be used to attain the ACM part number. Turn the ACM on. Operate the audio system in radio tu ...