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 being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. Note:Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. 1. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 2. Remove wheel cover (if equipped) with the lug wrench tip and loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. WARNING:To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire. Roadside Emergencies 291 2010 Taurus(500) Owners Guide(own2002), 1st Printing USA(fus)
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 has been lowered. 6. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 7. Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown. Refer toWheel lug nut torque specificationslater in this chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification. 8. Install the wheel cover (if equipped). The wheel cover will only install if the Ford/Mercury logo is aligned over the valve stem on the wheel. 1 4 3 2 5 Roadside Emergencies 292 2010 Taurus(500) Owners Guide(own2002), 1st Printing USA(fus)
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 the angled bracket in the spare tire tub, using the locating tabs to position the jack correctly. 4. Insert the straight end of the jack retention bracket through the eyelet of the angled bracket and swing the retention bracket over the jack. With the jack in place, place the end of the retention bracket over the threaded stud in the trunk floor and secure it with the plastic wing nut. Roadside Emergencies 293 2010 Taurus(500) Owners Guide(own2002), 1st Printing USA(fus)
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 the tire over the jack and secure it with the large wing nut. TEMPORARY MOBILITY KIT (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a temporary mobility kit (located in the spare tire well in the trunk). The temporary mobility kit consists of an air compressor to reinflate the tire and a sealing compound in a canister that will effectively seal most punctures caused by nails or similar objects. This kit will provide a temporary seal allowing you to drive your vehicle up to 120 miles (200 km) at a maximum speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Note:The temporary mobility kit sealant compound in the canister is to be used for one tire only. See your Ford authorized dealer for additional replacement sealant canisters. Roadside Emergencies 294 2010 Taurus(500) Owners Guide(own2002), 1st Printing USA(fus)
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 than 14inch (6.4 mm) or damage to the tire’s sidewall. The tire may not completely seal. Note:Do not use the temporary mobility kit if a tire has become severely damaged by driving the vehicle with a tire that has insufficient air pressure. Only punctured areas located within the tire tread can be sealed with the temporary mobility kit. Loss of air pressure may adversely affect tire performance. For this reason: •Do notdrive the vehicle above 50 mph (80 km/h). •Do notdrive further than 120 miles (200 km). Drive only to the closest Ford Motor Company authorized dealer or tire repair shop to have your tire inspected. •Drive carefully and avoid abrupt steering maneuvers. •Periodically monitor tire inflation pressure in the affected tire; if the tire is losing pressure, have the vehicle towed. 1245 6 7 12 11108 3 9 13 Roadside Emergencies 295 2010 Taurus(500) Owners Guide(own2002), 1st Printing USA(fus)
•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 unexpectedly. •Do not remove any foreign objects, such as nails or screws, from the tire. •When using the temporary mobility kit, leave the engine running (only if the vehicle is outdoors or in a well-ventilated area)so the compressor doesn’t drain the vehicle’s battery. •Do not allow the compressor to operate continuously for more than 15 minutes; this will help prevent the compressor from overheating. •Never leave the temporary mobility kit unattended when it is operating. •Sealant compound contains latex. Make sure that you use the non-latex gloves provided to avoid an allergic reaction. •Keep the temporary mobility kit away from children. •Only use the temporary mobility kit when the ambient temperature is between -40°F (-40°C) and 158°F (70°C). •Only use the sealing compound before the use by date. The use by date is on the lower right hand corner of the label located on the sealant canister (bottle).Check the use by date regularly and replace the canister after four years. •Do not store the temporary mobility kit unsecured inside the passenger compartment of the vehicle as it may cause injury during a sudden stop or collision. Always store the kit in its original location. •After sealant use, the TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer. •When inflating a tire or other objects, use the black air hose only. Do not use the transparent hose which is designed for sealant application only. Roadside Emergencies 296 2010 Taurus(500) Owners Guide(own2002), 1st Printing USA(fus)
•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 stage, you will need to check the tire pressure and adjust, if necessary, to the vehicle’s tire inflation pressure. First stage: Reinflating the tire with sealing compound and air Preparation Park the vehicle in a safe, level and secure area, away from moving traffic. Turn the hazard lights on. Apply the parking brake and turn the engine off. Inspect the flat tire for visible damage. Sealant compound contains latex. To avoid any allergic reactions, use the non-latex gloves located in the accessory box on the underside of the temporary mobility kit housing. Do not remove any foreign object that has pierced the tire. If a puncture is located in the tire sidewall, stop and call roadside assistance. 1. Remove the valve cap from the tire valve. 2. Unwrap the clear tube from the compressor housing. 3. Remove the tube cap and fasten the metal connector of the tube to the tire valve, turning clockwise. Make sure the connection is tightly fastened. Roadside Emergencies 297 2010 Taurus(500) Owners Guide(own2002), 1st Printing USA(fus)
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 the sealing compound is first added into the tire, the air pressure gauge reading on the compressor unit may indicate a higher value; this is normal and should be no reason for concern. The pressure will drop after about 30 seconds of operation. The (2) (1) Roadside Emergencies 298 2010 Taurus(500) Owners Guide(own2002), 1st Printing USA(fus)
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 the kit by pressing the on/off button; disconnect the kit from the tire valve and the power point. Re-install the valve cap on the tire valve, place the tube cap on the metal connector, and return the kit to the stowage area. 10.Immediately and cautiously, drive the vehicle 4 miles (6 km) to distribute the sealant evenly inside the tire. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). Note:If you experience any unusual vibration, ride disturbance or noise while driving, reduce your speed until you can safely pull off to the side of the road to call for roadside assistance.Do not proceed to the second stage of this operation. 11. After 4 miles (6 km), stop and check the tire pressure. SeeSecond stage: Checking tire pressure. Second stage: Checking tire pressure Check the air pressure of your tires as follows: 1. Remove the valve cap from the tire valve. 2. Unhook the black hose from the side of the compressor and fasten firmly on the valve stem by turning clockwise. WARNING:If you are proceeding from theFirst stage: Reinflating the tire with sealing compound and airsection and have injected sealant in the tire and the pressure is below 20 psi (1.4 bar),stop and call roadside assistance.If tire pressure is above 20 psi (1.4 bar), continue to the next step. 3. Turn the dial clockwise to the air position. Turn on the kit by pressing the on/off button. Roadside Emergencies 299 2010 Taurus(500) Owners Guide(own2002), 1st Printing USA(fus)
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 may get hot after use and should be handled carefully while unplugging. What to do after the tire has been sealed After using the temporary mobility kit to seal your tire, you will need to replace the sealant canister and clear tube (hose). Sealing compound and spare parts can be obtained and replaced at an authorized Ford Motor Company dealership or tire dealer. Empty sealant bottles may be disposed of at home; however, liquid residue from the sealing compound should be disposed by your local Ford Motor Company dealership or tire dealer, or in accordance with local waste disposal regulations. Note:After the sealing compound has been used, the maximum vehicle speed is 50 mph (80 km/h) and the maximum driving distance is 120 miles (200 km). The sealed tire should be inspected immediately. Note:After sealant use, the TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer. You can check the tire pressure any time within the 120 miles (200 km) by performing the procedure fromSecond stage: Checking tire pressurelisted previously. Roadside Emergencies 300 2010 Taurus(500) Owners Guide(own2002), 1st Printing USA(fus)