Jump-starting the vehicle, 254 roadside emergencies – FORD 2014 Taurus v.3 User Manual

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Should your vehicle shut off after a collision, you may restart your
vehicle. For vehicles equipped with a key system:

1. Switch off the ignition.

2. Switch on the ignition.

3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to re-enable fuel pump.

For vehicles equipped with a push button start system:

1. Press the START/STOP button to switch off the ignition.

2. Press the brake pedal and press the START/STOP button to start the
vehicle.

3. Remove your foot from the brake pedal and press the START/STOP
button to switch off the ignition.

4. You can either attempt to start the engine by pressing the brake pedal
and the START/STOP button, or switch on the ignition only by pressing
the START/STOP button without pressing the brake pedal. Both ways
re-enable the fuel system.

Note: When you try to restart your vehicle after a fuel shutoff, the
vehicle makes sure that various systems are safe to restart. Once your
vehicle determines that the systems are safe, then the vehicle will allow
you to restart.
Note: In the event that your vehicle does not restart after your third
attempt, contact an authorized dealer.

JUMP-STARTING THE VEHICLE

WARNING: The gases around the battery can explode if exposed
to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in

injury or vehicle damage.

WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin,
eyes and clothing, if contacted.

Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmission vehicle.
Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability. Attempting to
push-start a vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause
transmission damage.

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Roadside Emergencies

2014 Taurus
Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, January 2014
USA
(fus)

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