Target Audience:
Enthusiast buyers seeking full-size sedan performance; DIY owners and professional technicians servicing the SHO
Segment:
Full-size performance sedan
Key Advantage:
Sleeper performance with standard 3.5L EcoBoost V6 and standard all-wheel drive, more discreet than rivals
Main Competitors:
Dodge Charger R/T, Chrysler 300S, Nissan Maxima
Engine:
3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbocharged V6
Drivetrain:
Standard all-wheel drive
Performance Tuning:
SHO-specific suspension, unique fascias, available Performance Package
Coverage:
Complete service and repair procedures for the 2012 Ford Taurus SHO
Manual Type:
Factory-style service repair workshop manual
Delivery:
Instant digital download, no shipping required
Page Count:
N/A - not specified for this download
Usage:
Unlimited use after download
Engine:
3.5L EcoBoost V6: mechanical, turbochargers, intercoolers, cooling and lubrication
Fuel and Emissions:
Fuel delivery, injection, emission control systems
Transmission:
6-speed automatic (6F55) removal, overhaul and adjustments
Driveline:
All-wheel drive system, differentials, driveshafts, PTU
Suspension and Steering:
Front and rear suspension, power steering, wheel alignment
Brakes:
Hydraulic system, discs, parking brake, ABS
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, charging, starting, lighting, gauges
HVAC:
Heating, ventilation and automatic climate control
Body and Accessories:
Panels, doors, glass, mirrors, seats, restraints, keyless entry
Restraints and SRS:
Airbags, seat belts, occupant sensing
Security:
Anti-theft, immobilizer, alarm systems
Diagnostics:
Fault code retrieval, symptom charts, pinpoint tests
Removal and Installation:
Step-by-step component removal, installation and break-in
Disassembly and Assembly:
Subassembly teardown and rebuild procedures
Adjustments:
Clearances, specifications and tightening torques
Wiring Diagrams:
Complete schematics for troubleshooting
Depth Level:
Complete factory-level detail, every service and repair procedure
Specifications:
Full torque values, tolerances and fluid capacities
Special Tools:
Special tool references where required
Parts Data:
Part numbers and exploded views where included in factory-style content
Fluids:
Approved fluid specifications for all systems
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File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android โ 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 โ digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A โ digital download, no physical paper
โ๏ธ Engine Specifications
Engine:
3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbocharged V6
Configuration:
60-degree V6, DOHC, 24 valves, gasoline direct injection
Turbochargers:
Twin water-cooled turbochargers with twin air-to-water intercoolers
Compression Ratio:
Approximately 10.0:1
Horsepower:
365 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Torque:
350 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm
Fuel Delivery:
Gasoline direct injection (GDI), high-pressure fuel pump
Recommended Fuel:
Premium 91+ octane recommended for rated output
NHTSA Overall:
NHTSA overall rating of 4 stars for the 2012 Taurus (varies by test)
IIHS:
N/A - not specified for this model
ABS:
4-wheel anti-lock braking system
Stability Control:
AdvanceTrac electronic stability control with traction control
Airbags:
Dual front, front side and side-curtain airbags with driver knee airbag
Restraints:
Front pretensioners, LATCH child-seat anchors
Structure:
High-strength steel safety cage
Audio:
Sony premium audio system available on SHO
Interface:
SYNC voice-activated connectivity with USB and Bluetooth
Display:
Available multifunction display with rearview camera option
Available Systems:
Rearview camera, BLIS blind spot monitoring, cross-traffic alert
Cruise Control:
Available adaptive cruise control
Oil Change:
Per Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, typically up to 7,500 miles with synthetic blend
Tire Rotation:
Every 7,500 miles with oil change
Air Filter:
Inspect/replace approximately every 30,000 miles
Engine Oil:
5W-30 synthetic blend (Motorcraft equivalent)
Transmission Fluid:
Mercon LV
Coolant:
Motorcraft Orange long-life coolant
Common Wear:
Water pump (internally mounted, requires timing cover work), PTU fluid service often neglected on AWD models
Turbo System:
Monitor intercooler condensation and boost leaks
Brakes:
Accelerated front pad wear typical of heavy performance sedan
Manufacturer:
Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, Michigan, USA
Nameplate:
Taurus introduced 1986; SHO performance variant introduced 1989
Current Generation:
Sixth generation launched 2010; SHO returned with EcoBoost V6 and standard AWD
SHO Legacy:
Fourth SHO generation, first with turbocharged engine and AWD
Production Location:
Chicago Assembly Plant, Chicago, Illinois, USA