Ford Taurus Owners Manual: Information messages

Note: Depending on the vehicle options equipped with your vehicle, not all of the messages will display or be available. Certain messages may be abbreviated or shortened depending upon which cluster type you have.

Press the OK button to


Press the OK button to acknowledge and remove some messages from the information display. Other messages will be removed automatically after a short time. Certain messages need to be confirmed before you can access the menus.

Message indicators: Some messages will be supplemented by a system specific symbol.









Climate Control


    Trip computer
    Resetting the Trip Computer Press and hold OK on the current screen to reset the respective trip, distance, time and fuel information. Odometer Registers the total accumulated distance for the lif ...

    Other materials:

    Audible warnings and indicators
    Key In Ignition Warning Chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver’s door is opened. Keyless Warning Alert (If Equipped) Sounds the horn twice when you exit your vehicle with the intelligent access key, after the last door is closed and y ...

    Interior Trim and Ornamentation
    SPECIFICATIONS Material Torque Specifications DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING Sunshade Special Tool(s) Principles of Operation Power Sunshade The power sunshade system consists of the following: Sunshade switch Sunshade module Sunshade motor Sunshade assembly Pressing the sunshade switch (a single po ...

    Cleaning the alloy wheels
    Note: Do not use chrome cleaner, metal cleaner or polish on wheels and wheel covers. A clearcoat paint finish coats aluminum wheels and wheel covers. In order to maintain their condition: • Clean weekly with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner. Use a sponge to remove heavy deposits of dirt ...