Ford Taurus Owners Manual: Driving Hints

BREAKING-IN

You need to break in new tires for approximately 300 miles (480 kilometers). During this time, your vehicle may exhibit some unique driving characteristics. Avoid driving too fast during the first 1000 miles (1600 kilometers). Vary your speed frequently and change up through the gears early. Do not labor the engine. Do not tow during the first 1000 miles (1600 kilometers).

Towing the vehicle on four wheels
Emergency Towing If your vehicle becomes inoperable (without access to wheel dollies, car-hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle), it can be flat-towed (all wheels on the ground, regardless ...

Economical driving
Fuel economy is affected by several things, such as how you drive, the conditions you drive under and how you maintain your vehicle. There are some things to keep in mind that may improve your fue ...

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General Procedures
Sectioning Guidelines General Equipment Material NOTE: The following illustration provides recommended sectioning points. Cut lines shown in illustration are approximate.  WARNING: Collision damage repair must conform to the instructions contained in this workshop manual. Replacement ...

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 program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. • 24 hours a day, seven days a week ...

Disassembly and Assembly of Subassemblies
Transaxle Case Special Tool(s) Exploded View Disassembly Special Tool(s): Remover/Installer, Front Wheel Hub 204-069 (T81P-1104-C), Transfer Gear Bearing Race Remover 307-577 Punch a hole in the fluid dam. Center punch. General Equipment: Dent Puller Special Tool(s): Dif ...