Segment:
        
        
            Full-size Sedan, Performance/Sport Sedan
        
     
    
    
        
            Competitors:
        
        
            Dodge Charger SRT, Cadillac XTS V-Sport, Chrysler 300 SRT
        
     
    
    
        
            Sho Distinctiveness:
        
        
            Performance-oriented Taurus model, distinguished by its powerful EcoBoost V6 engine, sport-tuned suspension, and unique styling cues.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Powertrain:
        
        
            Engine Mechanical, Engine Control System, Fuel System, Exhaust System, Cooling System, Lubrication System, Ignition System, Turbocharger System
        
     
    
        
            Drivetrain:
        
        
            Transmission (6F55), Drivetrain Components, Axles, Driveshafts, Differentials
        
     
    
        
            Chassis:
        
        
            Suspension (Front & Rear), Steering System, Brake System (Front & Rear, ABS, ESP), Wheels & Tires
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Body Electrical System, Lighting, Instrumentation, Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Chassis Control Modules, Audio System, HVAC Control, SRS (Airbag) System, Wiring Diagrams
        
     
    
        
            Body And Trim:
        
        
            Exterior Body Panels, Doors, Hood, Trunk, Bumpers, Interior Trim, Seats, Glass
        
     
    
    
        
            Maintenance:
        
        
            Scheduled Maintenance, Oil Changes, Filter Replacements, Fluid Checks & Replacements, Spark Plug Replacement, Belt Inspection & Replacement
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostics:
        
        
            Troubleshooting Guides, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), Symptom-Based Troubleshooting, Powertrain Performance Diagnostics
        
     
    
        
            Repair:
        
        
            Engine Repair & Rebuild, Transmission Repair, Brake System Repair, Suspension & Steering Component Replacement, Electrical Component Replacement, Body Panel Repair
        
     
    
        
            Installation:
        
        
            Component Installation & Removal (e.g., alternator, starter, fuel pump, sensors), Body Component Installation
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Comprehensive: Covers basic maintenance to full engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed diagnostic procedures and wiring diagrams.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Quality:
        
        
            High-resolution, searchable PDF with selectable text for easy navigation and printing.
        
     
    
    
        
            Printability:
        
        
            Printable – designed for users to print specific sections or the entire manual.
        
     
    
    
        
            Binding:
        
        
            N/A (Digital Download - PDF)
        
     
    
    
        
            Paper:
        
        
            N/A (Digital Download - PDF)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Type:
        
        
            3.5L Twin-Turbocharged EcoBoost V6 (Duratec-based)
        
     
    
    
    
        
            Horsepower:
        
        
            365 hp @ 5500 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Torque:
        
        
            350 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
        
     
    
    
        
            Injection Type:
        
        
            Direct Injection with Port Injection Backup (DI/PI)
        
     
    
    
        
            Bore X Stroke:
        
        
            3.62 in x 3.37 in (92 mm x 86 mm)
        
     
    
        
            Compression Ratio:
        
        
            10.0:1
        
     
    
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            Ford Premium Antifreeze (Yellow)
        
     
    
    
        
            Oil Capacity:
        
        
            6.7 US quarts (6.3 liters) with filter change
        
     
    
        
            Recommended Oil:
        
        
            SAE 5W-30 Synthetic (e.g., Motorcraft Full Synthetic)
        
     
    
    
        
            Turbo Type:
        
        
            Twin Garrett GT15 turbochargers
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Transmission Type:
        
        
            6-speed SelectShift Automatic
        
     
    
    
    
        
            Optional Transmission:
        
        
            N/A (Exclusive to 6-speed automatic)
        
     
    
    
        
            Drivetrain:
        
        
            All-Wheel Drive (AWD) standard
        
     
    
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Type:
        
        
            MERCON LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
        
     
    
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Capacity:
        
        
            Approx. 11.1 US quarts (10.5 liters)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            NHTSA Overall:
        
        
            5-Star (for 2013 Ford Taurus models)
        
     
    
    
        
            Stability Control:
        
        
            AdvanceTrac with Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
        
     
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            Traction Control System (TCS)
        
     
    
        
            Brakes ABS:
        
        
            4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
        
     
    
        
            Driver Assistance:
        
        
            Available BLIS (Blind Spot Information System), Adaptive Cruise Control
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags:
        
        
            Front, front-side, and full-length side curtain airbags
        
     
    
        
            Seatbelts:
        
        
            Pretensioning front seat belts with Belt Minder
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            System Name:
        
        
            SYNC with MyFord Touch
        
     
    
        
            Features:
        
        
            8-inch touchscreen, voice-activated controls, navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, USB ports, SD card reader, premium Sony audio system (optional).
        
     
    
    
        
            Adaptive Cruise Control:
        
        
            Available, adjusts speed based on traffic ahead.
        
     
    
        
            Blind Spot Monitoring:
        
        
            BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) available.
        
     
    
    
        
            Phone Integration:
        
        
            Bluetooth phone connectivity, voice commands for making calls and playing music.
        
     
    
    
        
            Keyless Entry:
        
        
            Intelligent Access with push-button start
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Every 7,500 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first (with synthetic oil and filter).
        
     
    
        
            Tire Rotation:
        
        
            Every 7,500 miles
        
     
    
        
            Engine Air Filter:
        
        
            Inspect every 15,000 miles, replace as needed. Recommended replacement at 30,000 miles.
        
     
    
        
            Cabin Air Filter:
        
        
            Inspect annually, replace as needed. Recommended replacement every 15,000-30,000 miles or yearly.
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plugs:
        
        
            Replace every 100,000 miles (Long-life iridium plugs).
        
     
    
    
        
            Brake Fluid:
        
        
            DOT 3 Motorcraft High Performance Synthetic Brake Fluid
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Capacity:
        
        
            Approx. 13.0 US quarts (12.3 liters)
        
     
    
    
        
            Common Complaints:
        
        
            Some reports of carbon buildup in direct injection engines, potential turbocharger issues on early models, and some water pump leaks.
        
     
    
        
            Software Updates:
        
        
            PCM and transmission software updates are critical for optimal performance and longevity, addressable via the manual.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Ford Legacy:
        
        
            Ford Motor Company, a historic American automaker with over a century of automotive innovation and production.
        
     
    
    
        
            Taurus History:
        
        
            The Taurus was a groundbreaking car for Ford in the late 1980s. The SHO (Super High Output) variant, introduced in 1989, was a high-performance version aimed at enthusiasts, often featuring Yamaha-developed V6 engines in earlier generations.
        
     
    
        
            2013 Sho Era:
        
        
            The 2013 model year represents the seventh generation of the Taurus, and the third generation of the modern SHO, featuring the powerful 3.5L EcoBoost V6 and AWD, marking a return to its performance roots with modern technology.
        
     
    
    
        
            Assembly Location:
        
        
            Chicago Assembly Plant, Illinois, USA