Ford Taurus Owners Manual: Repairing minor paint damage

Your authorized dealer has touch-up paint to match your vehicle’s color.

Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jamb) to an authorized dealer to make sure you get the correct color.

• Remove particles, such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar spots, road salt and industrial fallout, before repairing paint chips.

• Always read the instructions before using the products.

    Waxing
    Regular waxing is necessary to protect the paint on your car from the elements. We recommend that you wash and wax the painted surface once or twice a year. When washing and waxing, park your veh ...

    Cleaning the engine
    Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The ...

    Other materials:

    Removal and Installation
    Headlamp Assembly Removal Remove the front bumper cover. Refer to Section 501-19. Remove the headlamp assembly upper bolt. To install, tighten to 3.2 Nm (28 lb-in). Remove the headlamp assembly front bolt. To install, tighten to 3.2 Nm (28 lb-in). Remove the headlamp ...

    Disassembly and Assembly
    Wheel and Tire Special Tool(s) Disassembly WARNING: The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) sensor battery may release hazardous chemicals if exposed to extreme mechanical damage. If these chemicals contact the skin or eyes, flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get ...

    Fuel Tank and Lines
    SPECIFICATIONS General Specifications Torque Specifications DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Fuel Tank and Lines 2.0L Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection (GTDI) Fuel Tank and Lines The fuel tank and lines consists of: a single container (L-shaped) fuel tank. a fuel level sensor assembly. a Fuel ...