FORD 2011 Taurus v.1 - Manual (Page 361)

AIR FILTER
Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate
intervals for changing the air filter element.
When changing the air filter element, use only the air filter element
listed. Refer to Motorcraft
௡ part numbers in this chapter.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or
personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.
For Ecoboost™ equipped vehicles, when servicing the air cleaner, it
is important that no foreign material enter the air induction system. The
engine and turbocharger are susceptible to damage from even small
particles.
Changing the air filter element
3.5L V6 engine
3.5L V6 SHO engine
Maintenance and Specifications
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2011 Taurus (500)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA (fus)