Ford Taurus 2010 Owners Manual
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WARNING:To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be sure to place the transmission in P (Park), set the parking brake and block (in both directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. WARNING:If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. WARNING:Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of...
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3. Put the jack in the jack notch next to the tire you are changing. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. Note: DO NOT LIFT ON THE PLASTIC MOLDING, as this could damage the molding. ONLY LIFT ON THE SHEET METAL NOTCH. 4. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench. 5. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is facing outward. Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel...
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Stowing the tire and jack 1. Fully collapse the jack, fold the lug wrench socket into the handle and place the jack and wrench into the felt bag as shown. Place the extension bolt into the external pocket of the felt bag. Take care to position the jack as shown to ensure that the locating holes in the jack base can be placed on the locating tabs of the jack mounting bracket in the spare tire tub. 2. Securely close the wrench compartment and the jack bag using the VELCROstrips. 3. Place the jack kit on...
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If you are stowing the flat tire: 1. Remove the extension bolt from the exterior pocket of the felt bag. 2. Install the jack as shown in Step 4 underStowing the tire and jack. 3. Screw the extension bolt onto the threaded stud of the jack retention bracket. 4. With the temporary spare tire on the vehicle, place the flat tire in the spare tire well with the wheel facing up. 5. Safely secure the wheel by screwing the large wing nut onto the extension bolt. If you are stowing the temporary spare tire,place...
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1. Air compressor (inside) 2. Diverter knob 3. On/Off button 4. Air pressure gauge 5. Deflation button 6. Sealant bottle/canister 7. Sealant filling clear tube 8. Sealant tube — tire valve connector 9. Yellow cap tool 10. Air compressor hose 11. Air hose — tire valve connector 12. Accessory power plug 13. Casing/housing General information WARNING:Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death. Do not attempt to repair punctures larger...
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•Read the information in theTips for use of the temporary mobility kitsection to ensure safe operation of the temporary mobility kit and your vehicle. Tips for use of the temporary mobility kit Read the following list of tips to ensure safe operation of the temporary mobility kit: •Before operating the temporary mobility kit, make sure your vehicle is safely off the road and away from moving traffic. Turn on the hazard lights. •Always set the parking brake to ensure the vehicle doesn’t move...
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•Operating the temporary mobility kit could cause an electrical disturbance in radio and DVD player operation. What to do when a tire is punctured A tire puncture within the tire’s tread area can be repaired in two stages with the temporary mobility kit: •In the first stage, the tire will be reinflated with a sealing compound and air. After the tire has been reinflated, you will need to drive the vehicle a short distance (approximately 4 miles [6 km]) to distribute the sealant in the tire. •In the second...
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4. Plug the power cable into the 12V power point in the vehicle. 5. Remove the warning sticker found on the canister and place it on the top of the instrument panel or the center of the dash. 6. Start the engine(only if the vehicle is outdoors or in a well-ventilated area). 7. Turn dial (1) counterclockwise to the sealant position. Turn on the kit by pressing the on/off button (2). 8. Inflate the tire to the pressure listed on the tire label located on the driver’s door or the door jam area. Note: When...
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tire pressure has to be checked with the compressor in the OFF position to get the correct tire pressure reading. WARNING:Do not stand directly over the temporary mobility kit while inflating the tire. If you notice any unusual bulges or deformations in the tire’s sidewall during inflation, stop and call roadside assistance. WARNING:If the tire doesn’t inflate to the recommended tire pressure within 15 minutes, stop and call roadside assistance. 9. When the recommended tire pressure is reached, turn off...
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4. Adjust the tire to the recommended inflation pressure from the tire label located on the driver’s door or door jam area. Pressing the deflation button near the sealant canister removes air from the tire. Note:The tire pressure has to be checked with the compressor in the OFF position to get the correct tire pressure reading. 5. Turn the compressor off by pressing the on/off button. 6. Unplug the hoses, re-install the valve cap on the tire and return the kit to the stowage area. WARNING:The power plug...