Market Segment:
Full-size Sedan, Family Car, Executive Car
Key Competitors:
Chevrolet Impala, Toyota Avalon, Buick LaCrosse, Chrysler 300
Design Philosophy:
Modern Styling, Spacious Interior, Focus on Comfort and Technology
Target Audience:
Families, Professionals, Consumers seeking a comfortable and capable sedan
Value Proposition:
Cost-effective DIY repairs, access to official factory data, convenient digital format
Coverage Scope:
Comprehensive Service and Repair
Estimated Page Count:
Extensive (digital format, equivalent to multiple thousands of printed pages)
Type:
Official Service and Repair Manual Software
Format:
PDF Download (Licensed Software)
Powertrain:
Engine, Transmission, Drivetrain
Chassis:
Suspension, Steering, Brakes
Electrical:
Wiring Diagrams, Electrical Components, Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Body Control Module (BCM), Lighting, Audio
HVAC:
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Systems
Body And Interior:
Body Panels, Doors, Seats, Interior Trim
Maintenance:
Scheduled Maintenance, Oil Changes, Filter Replacements, Fluid Checks and Replacements
Diagnostics And Troubleshooting:
Component Testing, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), Symptom-Based Troubleshooting
Repair And Replacement:
Engine Overhaul, Transmission Repair, Brake System Overhaul, Suspension Component Replacement, Electrical Component Replacement, Body Panel Repair
Special Procedures:
Torque Specifications, Alignment Procedures, Diagnostic Tool Usage, Module Programming
Depth:
Factory-Level Technical Information, Detailed Step-by-Step Instructions, Diagnostic Flowcharts, Exploded Views
Engine Option 1:
3.5L V6 Duratec FFV (Moteur: LX)
Engine Option 2:
3.5L V6 EcoBoost Twin-Turbocharged (SEL, Sport trims)
Engine Option 3:
3.7L V6 Ti-VCT (SEL, Sport trims, AWD)
Horsepower 3.5L Duratec:
263 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque 3.5L Duratec:
249 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Horsepower 3.5L Ecoboost:
365 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque 3.5L Ecoboost:
350 lb-ft @ 1500-5250 rpm
Horsepower 3.7L Ti-Vct:
305 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque 3.7L Ti-Vct:
280 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Fuel Delivery:
Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection (SEFI)
Fuel Type Duratec:
Flex Fuel (Ethanol E85 or Gasoline)
Fuel Type Ecoboost Ti Vct:
Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91 Octane Recommended for EcoBoost)
Transmission Type Duratec:
6-Speed Automatic (6F50)
Transmission Type Sel Sport AWD:
6-Speed SelectShift Automatic with Paddle Shifters (6F55)
Drive Modes:
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD), All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Optional
Transmission Fluid Spec:
Mercon LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
NHTSA Overall Rating:
5-Star (Overall Safety Rating)
IIHS Top Safety Pick:
Yes (for 2010 model)
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Control:
Standard Traction Control (TCS)
Electronic Stability:
Standard Electronic Stability Control (AdvanceTrac)
Airbags:
Front Airbags, Side Curtain Airbags, Front Seat Side Airbags
Seatbelts:
Pretensioning Seatbelts, LATCH Child Seat Anchors
Infotainment System:
Available SYNC Voice-Activated Communications and Entertainment System, MyFord Touch (later models, not typical for 2010)
Audio Options:
AM/FM/CD/MP3 Player, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, Premium Sony Audio System (Optional)
Parking Assist:
Available Rearview Camera, Available Reverse Sensing System
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Bluetooth:
Available Bluetooth Connectivity (via SYNC)
Usb Ports:
Available USB Port for Media and Device Charging
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles or 6 months (synthetic blend or full synthetic)
Engine Air Filter Replacement:
Every 30,000 miles
Cabin Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000 miles or 12 months
Spark Plug Replacement Duratec:
Every 100,000 miles (iridium)
Transmission Fluid Change:
Every 60,000 miles (severe duty) or 100,000 miles (normal duty)
Engine Oil Type Duratec:
SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic
Engine Oil Capacity Duratec:
6.0 quarts (with filter)
Engine Oil Type Ecoboost Ti Vct:
SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic (Recommended)
Engine Oil Capacity Ecoboost Ti Vct:
6.5 quarts (with filter)
Common Complaints:
Occasional transmission shudder, potential issues with door lock actuators, infotainment system glitches, some reports of coolant leaks from water pumps on certain engine variants.
Ford Heritage:
Over a century of automotive manufacturing, known for innovation and durability.
Taurus Lineage:
The 2010 Taurus marked the complete redesign and reintroduction of the model as a large, premium sedan, replacing the Ford Five Hundred/Taurus sedan.
Manufacturing Location:
Chicago Assembly Plant, Illinois, USA
Safety Award:
IIHS Top Safety Pick
Fuel Economy Est 3.5L FWD:
17 MPG City / 26 MPG Highway
Fuel Economy Est 3.5L AWD:
16 MPG City / 24 MPG Highway
Fuel Economy Est 3.7L AWD:
17 MPG City / 25 MPG Highway
Fuel Economy Est 3.5L Ecoboost AWD:
15 MPG City / 22 MPG Highway
