Instrument cluster – FORD 2008 Taurus v.1 User Manual

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Airbag readiness: If this light fails
to illuminate when ignition is turned
to ON, continues to flash or remains
on, have the system serviced
immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will also sound when a
malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected.

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten
your safety belt. A Belt-Minder

chime will also sound to remind you
to fasten your safety belt. Refer to
the Seating and safety restraints
chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder

௡ chime feature.

Charging system: Illuminates when
the battery is not charging properly.

Engine oil pressure: Illuminates
when the oil pressure falls below the
normal range, refer to Engine oil in
the Maintenance and
Specifications
chapter.

Traction Control™
(if equipped):
Illuminates when
the Traction Control™ is active or
has been disabled (by the driver or
as a result of a system failure). If
the light remains on, it indicates a
Traction Control or an AWD Fault. Have the system serviced
immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

Low tire pressure warning:
Illuminates when your tire pressure
is low. If the light remains ON at
start up or while driving, the tire
pressure should be checked. Refer
to Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.
When the ignition is first turned to ON, the light will illuminate for 3
seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn ON or
begins to flash, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. For
more information on this system, refer to Understanding Your Tire
Pressure Monitoring System
in the Tires, Wheels and Loading
chapter.

2008 Taurus (tau)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)

Instrument Cluster

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