Target Audience:
Full-size sedan buyers including families and fleet operators; the SHO targets performance-oriented buyers
Segment:
Full-size front-wheel-drive sedan
Main Competitors:
Chevrolet Impala, Toyota Avalon, Chrysler 300, Hyundai Azera, Nissan Maxima
Key Advantages:
Available EcoBoost turbocharged engine, SHO performance variant, large interior, strong safety package
Standout Features:
Optional 3.5L EcoBoost V6 with AWD, available SHO package, MyFord Touch infotainment, available blind spot monitoring
Coverage Areas:
Complete factory service coverage: engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, electrical, body, HVAC, diagnostics
Manual Type:
Factory service repair workshop manual
Page Count:
Thousands of pages covering all systems - complete factory content
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download to computer, tablet, or smartphone
Usage Rights:
No extra fees, no expiry dates, use as many times as needed
Engine:
Complete mechanical repair, removal, disassembly, and rebuild procedures for 3.5L V6 and 3.5L EcoBoost
Transmission:
Automatic transmission service, repair, and overhaul procedures
Brakes:
Front and rear disc brake service, ABS diagnostics, brake fluid replacement
Suspension and Steering:
Front strut and rear multi-link suspension, electric power steering service
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, connector pinouts, component testing, battery and charging systems
HVAC:
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning diagnostics and component replacement
Body and Paint:
Panel removal, alignment, trim, and body repair procedures
Restraints:
Airbag and seatbelt system diagnostics and safety procedures
Driveline:
Front axle, CV joints, and all-wheel-drive system service
Diagnostics:
Fault code retrieval, symptom charts, electrical testing, and scan tool procedures
Step-by-Step Repair:
Removal, disassembly, inspection, and installation instructions with torque specifications
Maintenance:
Scheduled service, fluid capacities, and adjustment procedures
Special Tools:
Factory special tool listings and fabricable tool alternatives where applicable
Wiring Diagrams:
Complete schematics for all electrical systems
Torque Specifications:
Factory torque values for fasteners throughout the vehicle
Illustrations:
Diagrams, exploded views, and photos supporting each procedure
Part Numbers:
Factory part numbers referenced within procedures where applicable
Fluid Capacities:
Engine oil, coolant, transmission, and brake fluid capacities and specifications
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
Standard Engine:
3.5L Duratec V6, naturally aspirated
Optional Engine:
3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbocharged V6 (SHO and SEL/Limited AWD)
Standard Engine Output:
Approximately 263-288 hp (varies by specification)
EcoBoost Output:
Approximately 365 hp
Fuel Type:
Regular unleaded recommended; premium recommended for EcoBoost
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic sequential multi-port fuel injection
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approximately 19 gallons (72 L)
Standard Transmission:
6-speed automatic (6F50)
Optional Transmission:
6-speed automatic with SelectShift manual control and paddle shifters
Shifter Type:
Floor-mounted console shifter
Gear Ratios:
Six forward gears for balanced acceleration and fuel economy
Service:
Fluid and filter service procedures covered in the manual
Wheelbase:
Approximately 112.9 in (2,868 mm)
Overall Length:
Approximately 202.9 in (5,154 mm)
Curb Weight:
Approximately 3,990-4,360 lb depending on trim and drivetrain
NHTSA Rating:
Strong federal crash test performance typical for this generation - verify specific 2012 model-year scores with NHTSA
ABS:
Four-wheel anti-lock braking system
Stability Control:
Electronic stability control with traction control
Available Driver Assistance:
Blind spot monitoring with cross-traffic alert on equipped trims
Airbags:
Front, side-impact, and side-curtain airbags
Restraints:
Three-point seatbelts with pretensioners, LATCH child seat anchors
Audio System:
AM/FM/CD audio; available Sony premium audio system on Limited and SHO
Connectivity:
Available SYNC with USB, Bluetooth, and voice control
Navigation:
Available voice-activated navigation with MyFord Touch
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available BLIS with cross-traffic alert
Rear Sensing:
Available rear parking sensors and rearview camera
Oil Change:
Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor; typically up to 10,000 km / 7,500 miles under normal conditions
Tire Rotation:
Every oil change interval
Cabin / Air Filter:
Per schedule outlined in the manual
Engine Oil:
5W-20 synthetic blend meeting Ford specification (verify EcoBoost requirement in manual)
Coolant:
Motorcraft Orange extended-life coolant
Transmission Fluid:
Mercon LV automatic transmission fluid
Brake Fluid:
DOT 4 LV motor vehicle brake fluid
Known Issues / Common Wear
Common Wear Items:
Brake pads and rotors, wiper blades, and suspension bushings are typical wear items
Water Pump:
3.5L V6 internal water pump - follow inspection and replacement guidance in the manual
Manufacturer:
Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, Michigan, USA
Model Debut:
Taurus introduced in 1986; sixth generation launched 2010
2012 Model Year:
Second year of the sixth-generation Taurus; SHO and EcoBoost availability continued
Taurus SHO:
Performance flagship revived in 2010 with EcoBoost V6 and standard AWD
Assembly Plant:
Chicago Assembly Plant, Chicago, Illinois, USA
