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1997 Ford Taurus 4dr Wgn GL

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Ford Taurus 4dr Wgn GL
Ford Taurus 4dr Wgn GL
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$20,195
Base Invoice:
$18,414
Destination:
$550
Engine/Fuel:
3.0L/182 Gas/Ethanol V6
Transmission:
4 Speed Automatic w/OD,
Door/Body Style:
4 Door Wagon GL
Drive Type:
Front Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
19/27

Specifications

Vehicle
EPA Classification : Mid-Size Station Wagon
Engine
Engine Order Code : 992
Engine Type : Gas/Ethanol V6
Displacement : 3.0L/182
Fuel System : SEFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : Gas 145 @ 5000/M85 150 @ 5000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM : Gas 170 @ 3250/M85 175 @ 3250
Transmission
Drivetrain : Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code : 44L
Trans Type : 4
Trans Description Cont. : Automatic w/OD,
Trans Description Cont. Again : Electronic
First Gear Ratio (:1) : 2.77
Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.54
Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.00
Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 0.69
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Reverse Ratio (:1) : 2.26
Clutch Size (in) :
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 3.77
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) :
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 19
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 27
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : 650
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 130
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 11.6
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 3480
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : N/A
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : 1100
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 110
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front : Indep MacPherson
Suspension Type - Rear : Independent SLA
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : 36
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : 30
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : 0.75
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) : 0.50
Brakes
Brake Type : Power
Brake ABS System : 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 10.8 x 1.0
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 10.1 x 0.5
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) :
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) :
Tires
Front Tire Order Code : 64B
Rear Tire Order Code : 64B
Spare Tire Order Code : 508
Front Tire Size : P205/65R15
Rear Tire Size : P205/65R15
Spare Tire Size : P205/65R15
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) : 15 x 6.0
Rear Wheel Size (in) : 15 x 6.0
Spare Wheel Size (in) : 15 x 6.0
Front Wheel Material : Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material : Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material : Steel
Steering
Steering Type : Power Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : 16.0
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : 2.96
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 38.0
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : - TBD -
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 18.0
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in) : 108.5
Length, Overall (in) : 199.6
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 73.0
Height, Overall (in) : 57.6
Tread Width, Front (in) : 61.6
Tread Width, Rear (in) : 61.8
Min Ground Clearance (in) : 5.5
Rear Door Opening Height (in) : 27.2
Rear Door Opening Width (in) : 40.2
Liftover Height (in) :
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in) : 80.8
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in) : 46.5
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in) :
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in) : 49.0
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) : 38.3
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in) : 32.0
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³) : 81.3
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³) : 38.4
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³) :
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 8
Passenger Volume (ft³) : 104.1
Front Head Room (in) : 39.3
Front Leg Room (in) : 42.2
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 57.4
Front Hip Room (in) : 55.8
Second Head Room (in) : 38.9
Second Leg Room (in) : 38.5
Second Shoulder Room (in) : 56.6
Second Hip Room (in) : 56.2
Third Head Room (in) : 35.4
Third Leg Room (in) : 25.2
Third Shoulder Room (in) : 51.0
Third Hip Room (in) : 38.2
Summary
Vehicle Name : Taurus
Body Style : 4 Door Wagon GL

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS
City 19/hwy 27 (3.0L engine/4-speed auto trans)
EXTERIOR
Clearcoat paint
Aerodynamic luggage rack w/adjustable crossbar & tie-downs
Front/rear body-color 5 MPH impact absorbing bumpers w/rear step pad
Body-color body-side protection moldings
Color-keyed roof moldings
Flush moldings-inc: black windshield/backlight, bright side windows
Black rocker panel moldings
Full perimeter dual seals w/third seal on door frame
Front/rear splash shields-inc: fender/quarter protection
Body-color fascia
Multi-reflector halogen headlamps
Tri-colored taillamps
Flip-up glass backlight w/gas cylinders
Complete solar-tinted glass
Dual electric remote body-color mirrors
2-speed variable intermittent windshield wipers
Body-color flush-mounted door handles
Red decklid applique
Gas hood assists
INTERIOR
Cloth bucket seats-inc: dual recliners, front armrest, front seat map pockets, 2-way headrests, center seating console, (6) passenger seating
60/40 split fold-down rear seat
13.5 ounce color-keyed carpet w/integral driver foot rest
Tilt steering column
Color-keyed 4-spoke soft feel steering wheel w/center horn engagement
Gauges-inc: temp, fuel, trip odometer, million mile odometer, tachometer
120 MPH elect speedometer
Warning lights-inc: air bags, door ajar, battery, oil pressure, low brake fluid, service engine soon, seat belt reminder
Chimes-inc: safety belt reminder, headlamp-on, door open, key in ignition
Pwr side windows-inc: illum controls, lock-out switch,driver-side express down
Remote hood release
Manual air conditioning
Rear seat floor heat ducts
Side window demisters
Rear window defroster
Positive shut-off climate control registers on instrument panel
Electronic AM/FM stereo radio {Upgraded by base PEP}
Electronic digital clock w/dimming feature
Pwr antenna
Integrated control panel-inc: radio, climate/rear defroster/clock controls
Cupholders, coin holder, cassette stowage integral w/center console
Illuminated headlamp switch
Illuminated front/rear ashtray
Locking illuminated glove box w/dampened door
Day/night rearview mirror
Cloth-covered sun visors w/covered vanity mirrors
Delayed off dome lamp w/on/off/auto switch
Courtesy dome light switches located on all doors
Liftgate-activated cargo courtesy light w/on/off/auto settings
Column shifter w/soft feel handle
Under-floor storage compartment
Low liftover fully trimmed luggage compartment-inc: mini-spare tire
Load floor tie downs
MECHANICAL
3.0L SEFI 12-valve V6 engine
4-speed automatic transmission w/OD
Auxiliary transmission oil cooler
3.77 axle ratio
Front wheel drive
58 amp/hr low-maintenance battery
Battery saver turns off interior lights after 45 minutes
130-amp alternator
Electronic engine controls (EEC-V)
Independent MacPherson front suspension w/nitrogen gas-pressurized struts
Independent short/long arm type rear suspension w/nitrogen gas-pressurized shock absorbers/progressive-rate springs
Front/rear stabilizer bar
P205/65R15 all-season SBR BSW tires
Mini spare tire
"Sparkle" painted full wheel covers
Pwr rack & pinion steering w/variable assist
Pwr 4-wheel disc brakes
Foot operated parking brake
16 gallon fuel tank w/tethered quick-release gas cap
Fuel shutoff switch deactivates fuel pump upon rear impact
SAFETY
Driver & front passenger air bag supplemental restraint system
Manual front/rear outboard lap/shoulder seat belts, center lap belts
Child-safety rear door locks
Dual note horn

Options

NO OPTION KIND
204A PREFERRED EQUIPMENT SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* STANDARAD
204A SPECIAL BONUS DISCOUNT (REQ: BOST, NEWY, PHIL, WASH, SWST, LOSA, SANF, SEAT Region) *DISCOUNT* STANDARAD
REGIONAL PROGRAM CODE STANDARAD
205A PREFERRED EQUIPMENT SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* STANDARAD
205A SPECIAL BONUS DISCOUNT (REQ: BOST, NEWY, PHIL, WASH, SWST, LOSA, SANF, SEAT Region) *DISCOUNT* STANDARAD
REGIONAL PROGRAM CODE STANDARAD
GROUP 1 -inc: speed control, front/rear floor mats, air filtration system $290
GROUP 2 -inc: elect AM/FM stereo w/cassette, pwr door locks $460
GROUP 3 -inc: pwr driver seat, light group w/ dual courtesy lights under instrument panel, dual beam map lights, aluminum wheels (REQ: 205A Preferred Equipment Pkg) $700
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM $600
INTEGRATED CHILD SEAT *Delayed Availability* $135
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM -inc: (2) remotes $190
PWR MOONROOF -inc: unique map lamps, overhead console *Delayed Availability* $740
REAR FACING VINYL THIRD SEAT $200
GL TOURING PKG -inc: leather bucket seats w/ center console, remote compact disc changer, pwr moonroof (REQ: 205A Preferred Equipment Pkg) *GROSS* $2,375
REMOTE COMPACT DISC CHANGER -inc: (6)-disc changer mounted on RH quarter trim panel $595
COMPACT DISC CHANGER SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* STANDARAD
CELLULAR PHONE -inc: voice activation $650
WAGON GROUP -inc: rear window washer/wiper, cargo area cover, cargo net $295
ALUMINUM WHEELS $315
ALUMINUM WHEEL SAVINGS (REQ: ATLA, MEMP, ORLA Region) *DISCOUNT* STANDARAD
REGIONAL PROGRAM CODE STANDARAD
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS -inc: 72-amp low maintenance battery (LPO) $40
ENGINE BLOCK IMMERSION HEATER (LPO) $35
LIGHT GROUP -inc: dual courtesy lights under instrument panel, dual beam map lights (LPO) $45
6-WAY PWR DRIVER SEAT (LPO) $340
HEAVY DUTY LOAD CARRYING SUSPENSION -inc: higher rated rear springs, retuned shock absorbers & rear stabilizer bar (LPO) $25
PRICED DORA STANDARAD
Emission System
STANDARD EMISSIONS STANDARAD
HIGH ALTITUDE EMISSIONS STANDARAD
CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK EMISSIONS $170
CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK EMISSIONS SYSTEM NOT REQUIRED *for units shipped/sold to California/Massachusetts/New York dealers for registration out of state* (REQ:Standard or 428 Emissions) STANDARAD
CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK PUBLIC SERVICE/EMERGENCY VEHICLE EXEMPTION *only available on units sold to authorized governmental units & privately-owned ambulance companies* (REQ: 423 Emissions) STANDARAD
NON-HIGH ALTITUDE EMISSIONS *for units shipped/sold to dealers in high altitude areas for registration in standard emissions areas* (REQ: Standard Emissions) STANDARAD
NON-CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK DEALER ORDER FOR CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK REGISTRATION *req on all units ordered by dealers for California/Massachusetts/New York registration when vehicle is being delivered to non-California/Massachusetts/New York location* (REQ: 422 Emissions) STANDARAD
Engine
3.0L SEFI 12-VALVE V6 ENGINE (STD) STANDARAD
Transmission
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD) STANDARAD
Tires
P205/65R15 ALL-SEASON SBR BSW TIRES (STD) STANDARAD
P.E.P.
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: speed control, front/rear floor mats, air filtration system, pwr door locks, elect AM/FM stereo w/cassette *GROSS* $750
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: speed control, front/rear floor mats, air filtration system, pwr door locks, elect AM/FM stereo w/ cassette, pwr driver seat, light group, aluminum wheels *GROSS* $1,450
Seat Type
CLOTH BUCKETS W/CENTER CONSOLE (STD) STANDARAD
LEATHER BUCKET SEATS W/CENTER CONSOLE (REQ: 21A Pwr Seat) $1,040
Paint Type
SOLID CLEARCOAT PAINT (STD) STANDARAD
Region
NATIONAL REGION STANDARAD
BOSTON, NEW YORK, PHILADELPHIA, WASHINGTON, SOUTHWEST, LOS ANGELES, SAN FRANCISCO, SEATTLE REGIONS STANDARAD
ATLANTA, MEMPHIS, ORLANDO REGIONS STANDARAD

Warranty and Incentives

Warranty
Basic:
New vehicle Bumper-to-Bumper -
3 Years/36,000 Miles
all components except tires, wear items, maintenance.
Safety Restraint Coverage - 5 years/50,000 miles

Corrosion:
5 Years/Unlimited Miles
perforation of sheet metal panels - 3 years/36,000 miles for corrosion that does not cause holes in sheetmetal.

Emissions:
Emissions Performance - Federal Emissions Emissions Defect - 3 years/36,000 miles or 8 years/80,000 miles on selected parts Performance - 2 years/24,000 miles

Audio Systems - 3 years/36,000 miles audio systems related defects on specific parts.

Roadside Assistance:
Roadside Assistance Program 1-800-241-FORD (3673) - includes - towing, changing a flat tire, jump starting a dead battery, lockout service, fuel delivery.
Recall
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
96V166000

Potential Number Of Units Affected:
40,000

Summary:
The park pawl abutment bracket has a sharp edge which can cause the parking pawl to hang up and not engage the park gear. This can allow the vehicle to move even though the gear shift indicator shows that the vehicle is in park.

Consequence:
Unintended and unexpected vehicle movement can result in personal injury and property damage.

Remedy:
Dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the park pawl abutment bracket.

Notes:
Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-800-999-1009.

Dates of Manufacture:
August 1996

Manufacturer Recall Number:
96S50