2018_Taurus_Owners-Manual

ScheduledMaintenance

SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE If you operate your vehicle primarily in any of the following conditions, you need to

perform extra maintenance as indicated. If you operate your vehicle occasionally under any of these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the extra maintenance. For specific recommendations, see your dealership service advisor or technician.

Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier

As required

Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched- uled Maintenance chart. Inspect rear axle and U-joints (AWD only). Inspect half-shaft boots. See axle maintenance items under Exceptions . Change automatic transmission fluid.

Inspect frequently, service as required

30,000 mi (48,000 km) 60,000 mi (96,000 km)

Replace spark plugs.

Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched- uled Maintenance chart. As required Replace cabin air filter. Inspect frequently, service as required Replace engine air filter. Change automatic transmission fluid. 30,000 mi (48,000 km) Replace spark plugs. 60,000 mi (96,000 km)

Extended Hot and Cold climate operation Change engine oil and filter. *

5,000 mi (8,000 km) * Hot Climates only

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