Ford 2008 Ford Taurus Automobile User Manual


 
Items Capacity
Ford Part Name or
equivalent
Ford Part Number /
Ford Specification
Fuel tank
20.5 gallons
(77.6L) AWD,
PZEV AWD and
PZEV FWD
——
20.0 gallons
(75.7L) (FWD)
1
Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes.
2
Automatic transmissions that require MERCON V should only use MERCON V fluid or fluid that
is specified dual usage MERCON/MERCON V. Refer to scheduled maintenance information to
determine the correct service interval. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may
cause transmission damage.
3
Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the
requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.
4
Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
5
See your authorized dealer for fluid level checking or filling.
2008 Taurus (500)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA (fus)
Maintenance and Specifications
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