Ford Taurus (2018 year). Manual — part 64

Trade number

Function

W5W

License plate lamp

LED

* High-mount brake lamp

W5W

Interior lamps

* To replace these lamps, see an authorized dealer.

To replace instrument panel lights, see an authorized dealer.

CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR
FILTER

WARNING

Do not start the engine with the air
cleaner removed. This can cause
damage not covered by the vehicle

Warranty and can result in serious injury.

When changing the air filter element, use
only the air filter element listed. See
Capacities and Specifications

(page

298).

For vehicles with EcoBoost engines, when
servicing the air cleaner, it is important that
no foreign material enters the air induction
system. The engine and turbocharger are
susceptible to damage from even small
particles.

Change the air filter element at the correct
interval. See Scheduled Maintenance
(page 455).

Note:

Failure to use the correct air filter

element may result in severe engine
damage. Resulting component damage
may not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.

To replace the air filter element do the
following:

1.

Switch the ignition off.

E173520

2. Remove the clips that secure the air

filter housing cover.

3. Carefully lift the air filter housing cover.

4. Remove the air filter element from the

air filter housing.

5. Wipe any dirt or debris from the air filter

housing and cover to make sure no dirt
gets in the engine and that you have a
good seal.

6. Install a new air filter element.

7.

Install the air filter housing cover. Be
careful not to crimp the filter element
edges between the air filter housing
and cover. This could cause filter
damage and allow unfiltered air to
enter the engine if it is not properly
seated.

8. Engage the clips to secure the air filter

housing cover to the air filter housing.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Your dealer has many quality products
available to clean your vehicle and protect
its finishes.

CLEANING PRODUCTS

Materials

For best results, use the following products
or products of equivalent quality:

Specification

Name

Motorcraft® Bug and Tar Remover ZC-42 (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M5B194-B

Motorcraft® Custom Bright Metal Cleaner ZC-15 (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M14P4-A

Motorcraft® Detail Wash ZC-3-A (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M14P3-A

Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo and Degreaser ZC-20 (U.S.)

Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo CXC-66-A (Canada)

WSS-M99P43-B

Motorcraft® Leather and Vinyl Cleaner ZC-56 (U.S. & Canada)

Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Cleaner CXC-101 (Canada)

WSS-M14P19-A

Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant
ZC-32-B2 (U.S.)

WSS-M14P19-A

Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid CXC-37-
A/B/D/F (Canada)

Motorcraft® Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner
ZC-54 (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M14P5-A

Motorcraft® Premium Glass Cleaner CXC-100 (Canada)

Motorcraft® Spot and Stain Remover ZC-14 (U.S.)

ESR-M14P5-A

Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC-23 (U.S.)

Motorcraft® Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC-37-A (U.S. & Canada)

CLEANING THE EXTERIOR

Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or
lukewarm water and a neutral pH
shampoo, we recommend Motorcraft
Detail Wash.

•

Never use strong household detergents
or soap, for example dish washing or
laundry liquid. These products can
discolor and spot painted surfaces.

•

Never wash your vehicle when it is hot
to the touch, or during strong or direct
sunlight.

•

Dry your vehicle with a chamois or soft
terry cloth towel to eliminate water
spotting.

•

Immediately remove fuel spillages, bird
droppings, insect deposits and road tar.
These may cause damage to your
vehicle’s paintwork or trim over time.
We recommend Motorcraft Bug and
Tar Remover.

•

Remove any exterior accessories, for
example antennas, before entering a
car wash.

Note:

Suntan lotions and insect repellents

can damage painted surfaces. If these
substances come in contact with your
vehicle, wash the affected area as soon as
possible.

Cleaning the Headlamps

Note:

Do not scrape the headlamp lenses

or use abrasives, alcoholic solvents or
chemical solvents to clean them.

Note:

Do not wipe the headlamps when

they are dry.

Exterior Chrome Parts

•

Apply a high quality-cleaning product
to bumpers and other chrome parts.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
We recommend Motorcraft Custom
Bright Metal Cleaner.

•

Do not apply the cleaning product to
hot surfaces. Do not leave the cleaning
product on chrome surfaces longer
than the time recommended.

•

Using non-recommended cleaners can
result in severe and permanent
cosmetic damage.

Note:

Never use abrasive materials, for

example steel wool or plastic pads as they
can scratch the chrome surface.

Note:

Do not use chrome cleaner, metal

cleaner or polish on wheels or wheel covers.

Exterior Plastic Parts

For routine cleaning we recommend
Motorcraft Detail Wash. If tar or grease
spots are present, we recommend
Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.

Stripes or Graphics

(If Equipped)

Hand washing your vehicle is preferred
however, pressure washing may be used
under the following conditions:

•

Do not use water pressure higher than
2,000 psi (14,000 kPa).

•

Do not use water hotter than 179°F
(82°C).

•

Use a spray with a 40° wide spray
angle pattern.

•

Keep the nozzle at a 12 in (305 mm)
distance and 90° angle to your
vehicle's surface.

Note:

Holding the pressure washer nozzle

at an angle to the vehicle's surface may
damage graphics and cause the edges to
peel away from the vehicle's surface.

Underbody

Regularly clean the underside of your
vehicle using water. Keep body and door
drain holes free of debris or foreign
material.

Under Hood

For removing black rubber marks from
under the hood we recommend Motorcraft
Wheel and Tire Cleaner or Motorcraft Bug
and Tar Remover.

WAXING

Regular waxing is necessary to protect your
car's paint from the elements. We
recommend that you wash and wax the
painted surface once or twice a year.