Target Audience:
Full-size sedan buyers, families, fleet operators
Segment:
Full-size / large front-wheel-drive sedan
Key Competitors:
Chevrolet Impala, Toyota Avalon, Chrysler 300, Hyundai Azera
Advantage:
Available twin-turbo EcoBoost power, optional All-Wheel Drive, spacious interior
Engine Range:
3.5L Duratec V6 or 3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6
Transmission:
6-speed SelectShift automatic
Drivetrain:
FWD standard, AWD available
Cargo Volume:
16.2 cubic feet
Safety Rating:
5-Star NHTSA overall rating
Manual Type:
Factory Service Repair Workshop Manual
Page Count:
Over 1500 pages
Coverage:
All major vehicle systems
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download
Compatibility:
Computers, tablets, and smartphones with a PDF reader
Printable:
Yes, pages can be printed as needed
Engine Mechanical:
Complete engine disassembly, inspection, and rebuild procedures
Fuel System:
Fuel delivery, injectors, and tank servicing
Exhaust System:
Exhaust manifolds, catalytic converters, and piping
Drivetrain:
Transmission, transaxle, and AWD components
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension service and alignment
Steering:
Power steering system diagnostics and repair
Brakes:
Hydraulic system, discs, pads, and ABS
HVAC:
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning service
Electrical System:
Complete wiring diagrams and component testing
Routine Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid services
Diagnostics:
Trouble code diagnosis and troubleshooting charts
Repairs:
Step-by-step repair instructions for engine, transmission, and electrical components
Assembly:
Exploded diagrams and torque specifications
Illustrations:
Detailed photos and diagrams throughout
Level:
Factory-level accuracy for professionals and DIY owners
Instructions:
Step-by-step procedures with specifications
Diagrams:
Exploded views and wiring schematics
Torque Specifications:
Factory torque values provided for fasteners
Part Identification:
Component locations and exploded part views
Fluid Specifications:
Approved fluid types and capacities
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
Configuration:
60-degree V6, DOHC
Engine:
3.5L EcoBoost V6 twin-turbo
Induction:
Twin turbocharged, direct injection
Standard Engine Fuel Delivery:
Multi-port fuel injection
EcoBoost Fuel Delivery:
Gasoline direct injection
Recommended Fuel:
Regular unleaded (premium recommended for EcoBoost)
Type:
6-speed SelectShift automatic
Optional Configuration:
Same 6-speed automatic paired with All-Wheel Drive
Availability:
Standard FWD; AWD optional
SelectShift:
Driver-selectable manual shift control
Serviceability:
Full fluid change and diagnostic procedures in manual
NHTSA Overall Rating:
5-Star overall rating
Braking Aids:
ABS with electronic brake force distribution
Stability Control:
Electronic stability control with traction control
Driver Assistance:
Optional driver assistance technologies (blind spot monitoring, cross-traffic alert)
Airbags:
Front, side-impact, and side-curtain airbags
Restraints:
Three-point seat belts with pretensioners
Structure:
Reinforced passenger safety cage
Audio System:
AM/FM/CD audio with available premium sound system
Available Interface:
Available Ford SYNC voice-activated system
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available blind spot information system
Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available rear cross-traffic alert
Other:
Optional rearview camera and adaptive cruise control
Oil and Filter Change:
Approx. every 7,500 miles under normal driving conditions
Tire Rotation:
With each oil change, approx. every 7,500 miles
Air Filter:
Inspect at 30,000 mile intervals
Spark Plugs:
Approx. every 100,000 miles
Engine Oil:
5W-20 synthetic blend (approx. 6.0 quarts with filter)
Transmission Fluid:
Mercon LV automatic transmission fluid
Coolant:
Motorcraft Orange long-life coolant
Known Issues / Common Wear Items
Common Wear:
Brake pads and rotors, suspension bushings, wiper blades
Watch Items:
Water pump and thermostat housing on 3.5L V6; check for coolant leaks
Maintenance Support:
Full service intervals and procedures detailed in the manual
Manufacturer:
Ford Motor Company
Model Introduction:
Taurus introduced for the 1986 model year
Significance:
Long-running flagship full-size sedan for Ford
Generation:
Fifth generation (2010-2012), chassis code D3
2011 Updates:
Introduction of the EcoBoost twin-turbo engine option
Naming:
Revived Taurus name replacing Five Hundred platform lineage
Assembly Plant:
Chicago Assembly Plant, Chicago, Illinois, USA
