Model Variant:
Sedan, including SE, SEL, Limited and SHO performance variants
Production Years Covered:
2010-2018 (sixth-generation Taurus, including the 2013 facelift)
Target Audience:
DIY owners, mechanics and workshops servicing the sixth-generation full-size Ford sedan
Intended Use:
Routine maintenance, troubleshooting, component replacement and major repair work
Advantage:
Focused manual-style reference with factory-level procedures, diagnostics and specifications in one searchable PDF instead of scattered forum posts
Best For:
Owners and shops wanting complete coverage of all trims and engine variants in a single document
Content Type:
Factory-level repair procedures, diagnostic flowcharts and torque specifications
Convenience:
Searchable, zoomable, printable PDF with bookmarked chapters, usable on PC, Mac, tablet or phone
Access:
Instant digital download; re-download anytime after purchase
Systems Covered:
Engine, transmission, drivetrain, electrical, brakes, suspension, steering, cooling, heating, fuel, body and interior
Diagnostics:
Symptom-based troubleshooting with flowcharts and electrical testing procedures
Manual Type:
Service repair workshop manual
Depth:
Workshop-grade, factory-level procedures with specifications and tolerances
File Format:
Searchable PDF, zoomable and printable with bookmarked chapters
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download after purchase; re-download anytime
Device Compatibility:
Windows PC, Mac, tablets and smartphones
Engine:
Complete overhaul - disassembly, inspection and rebuild procedures
Transmission & Drivetrain:
Automatic transmission service, driveline and axle procedures
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, schematics and system diagnostics
Brakes:
Inspection, service and component replacement including ABS
Suspension & Steering:
Front and rear suspension, power steering components and alignment data
Cooling & HVAC:
Cooling system and heating/air conditioning service
Fuel & Exhaust:
Fuel system maintenance, repair and exhaust components
Body, Chassis & Interior:
Panel service, trim removal and chassis procedures
Maintenance Schedules:
Factory service intervals and safety warnings
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting flowcharts, diagnostic trees and symptom-based testing
Electrical Testing:
Multimeter procedures and component function verification
Assembly:
Step-by-step disassembly and assembly instructions with tool usage illustrations
Torque Specifications:
Factory tightening torque specs for all fasteners included
Tolerances:
Wear limits and allowable tolerances for components
Special Tools:
Special service tool numbers with illustrations
Illustrations:
Exploded-view diagrams, component location guides and procedural diagrams
OEM Part Numbers:
Exploded-view parts diagrams include OEM part numbers
Component ID:
Component identification and location guides
Model Coverage:
All models, engine variants and trim levels, 2010-2018
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Primary Engine:
3.5L Ti-VCT V6 (naturally aspirated), standard on most trims
Performance Engine:
3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 in SHO models
Optional Engine:
2.0L EcoBoost turbocharged four-cylinder (2013+ SEL/Limited)
3.5L V6 Output:
Approximately 263-288 hp depending on model year
SHO EcoBoost Output:
365 hp / 350 lb-ft torque
2.0L EcoBoost Output:
240 hp / 270 lb-ft torque
Fuel System:
Port injection on base V6; direct injection on EcoBoost engines
Fuel Type:
Regular unleaded (87 octane) for base V6; premium recommended for EcoBoost
Detailed Specs:
Refer to manual for complete displacement, bore/stroke and tuning data by model year
Standard Transmission:
6-speed automatic (6F50) with SelectShift manual shift control
Optional Transmission:
6F55 heavy-duty 6-speed automatic on SHO and AWD models
Drivetrain:
Front-wheel drive standard; intelligent all-wheel drive available (standard on SHO)
Features:
SelectShift manual mode, overdrive lockout and adaptive shift scheduling
Fluid Type:
Meridian/Motorcraft automatic transmission fluid - refer to manual for exact specification by year
Service Procedures:
Fluid change, filter service, adaptation relearn and diagnostics covered in manual
Wheelbase:
112.9 in (2,868 mm)
Overall Length:
Approximately 202.9 in (5,154 mm)
Body Style:
Four-door sedan, five-passenger
Platform:
Ford D3 (Volvo-derived) full-size platform
Curb Weight:
Approximately 3,950-4,350 lb (1,790-1,970 kg) depending on engine and drivetrain
Precise Figures:
Refer to manual for exact curb weights by trim, engine and model year
NHTSA Rating:
Generally 5-star overall crash test ratings for this generation; verify specific year at nhtsa.gov
IIHS:
Good results in most IIHS crash tests for the era; consult manual-era records
Stability Control:
AdvanceTrac electronic stability control with anti-lock brakes and traction control
Brake Assist:
Electronic brake force distribution and emergency brake assist
Airbags:
Dual-stage front, side-impact and side-curtain airbags with driver knee airbag
Restraints:
Pretensioning seatbelts with load limiters, LATCH child-seat anchors
Structure:
High-strength steel safety cage body structure
MyKey:
Programmable speed and audio limiting for secondary drivers
Optional Systems:
BLIS blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert on upper trims
Audio System:
AM/FM/CD audio with available Sony premium audio system on Limited and SHO
Connectivity:
Ford SYNC hands-free communication and entertainment system; SYNC with MyFord Touch (2013+)
Displays:
Available dual 4.2-inch LCD displays and 8-inch touchscreen with navigation
Inputs:
USB, auxiliary input and Bluetooth audio streaming
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available radar-based adaptive cruise with collision warning and brake support
BLIS:
Blind spot information system with cross-traffic alert
Parking Aids:
Rearview camera and front/rear parking sensors on upper trims
Other:
Automatic high beams and rain-sensing wipers available
Oil & Filter:
Typically every 7,500-10,000 miles or per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor; confirm in manual
Air Filter:
Inspect at oil changes; replace approximately every 30,000 miles
Spark Plugs:
Approximately every 100,000 miles on base V6
Coolant:
Long-life coolant service per schedule; verify interval in manual
Transmission Fluid:
Inspect at 150,000 miles under normal service; more often for severe use
Brake Fluid:
Replace approximately every 3 years
Engine Oil:
5W-20 synthetic blend per factory specification (base V6)
Transmission Fluid:
Motorcraft Meridian ULV or specified ATF per year - see manual
Coolant:
Motorcraft Orange long-life coolant
Refrigerant:
Refer to manual for A/C charge specification
Known Issues & Wear Items
Water Pump:
Internal water pump failure is a known 3.5L V6 concern; coolant contamination of oil possible
Transmission:
6F50 shudder and harsh shifting reported; fluid service and software updates address many cases
Common Wear:
Control arm bushings, sway bar links and brake components on high-mileage cars
Steering:
Electric power steering faults (2010-2012) addressed by Ford campaigns - diagnostics in manual
Manufacturer:
Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, Michigan, USA
Nameplate:
Taurus introduced in 1986 as a front-wheel-drive mid-size sedan; moved to full-size segment from 2008
Generation:
Sixth generation (2010-2019), introduced as a 2010 model
2013 Facelift:
Refreshed styling, improved aerodynamics, added 2.0L EcoBoost and updated SYNC with MyFord Touch
Performance Flagship:
Taurus SHO revived in 2010 with 3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 and standard AWD
Assembly Plant:
Chicago Assembly Plant, Chicago, Illinois, USA
Safety Ratings:
The sixth-generation Taurus earned 5-star overall NHTSA crash ratings in its era
Fleet Recognition:
Strong seller to police and fleet markets, particularly the Police Interceptor Sedan derived from this platform
SHO Performance:
The revived SHO was widely noted in the motoring press as a high-performance full-size sedan value
Historical Note:
Earlier Taurus generations were Car and Driver 10Best winners (1986-1991); the nameplate carried that reputation into this generation
