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1997 Ford Taurus 4dr Wgn LX

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Ford Taurus 4dr Wgn LX
Ford Taurus 4dr Wgn LX
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$22,715
Base Invoice:
$20,656
Destination:
$550
Engine/Fuel:
3.0L/181 Gas/Ethanol V6
Transmission:
4 Speed Automatic w/OD,
Door/Body Style:
4 Door Wagon LX
Drive Type:
Front Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
18/26

Specifications

Vehicle
EPA Classification : Mid-Size Station Wagon
Engine
Engine Order Code : 99S
Engine Type : Gas/Ethanol V6
Displacement : 3.0L/181
Fuel System : SEFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 200 @ 5750
SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 200 @ 4500
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) : 18
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 26
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : 650
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 130
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 10.6
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 3507
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) : 1600
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 160
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 : 649
Rear Tire Order Code : 649
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 : Chrome
Rear Wheel Material : Chrome
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 : 7
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 LX

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS
City 18/hwy 26 (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
Body-color 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 w/auto on/off delay
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/rear armrests, front seat map pockets, 2-way headrests, floor console, (5) passenger seating
Pwr 6-way driver seat
Driver-side pwr lumbar adjustment
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 {Upgraded by base PEP}
Coded key anti-theft system
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
Low fuel warning light
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
Pwr door locks w/illuminated controls, central locking
Remote hood release
Manual air conditioning
Rear seat air conditioning outlets
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 w/cassette-inc: (6) speakers
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
Dual illuminated visor mirrors
Front/rear retractable grab handles w/integral rear coat hooks
Light group-inc: dual beam map lights, instrument panel courtesy lights
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
Soft feel floor shifter
Under-floor storage compartment
Low liftover fully trimmed luggage compartment-inc: mini-spare tire
Load floor tie downs
MECHANICAL
3.0L DOHC SEFI 24-valve V6 engine
4-speed automatic transmission w/OD
Auxiliary transmission oil cooler
3.77 axle ratio
Front wheel drive
72 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
15" x 6.0" aluminum wheels
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
209A PREFERRED EQUIPMENT SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* STANDARAD
210A PREFERRED EQUIPMENT SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* STANDARAD
GROUP 1 -inc: speed control, front/rear floor mats, air filtration system, leather-wrapped steering wheel $380
ELECTRONIC TEMP CONTROL AIR CONDITIONER -inc: outside temp indicator, pwr heated mirrors (REQ: 916 MACH Audio System) $210
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM $600
CENTER SEATING CONSOLE -inc: (6) passenger seating STANDARAD
INTEGRATED CHILD SEAT *Delayed Availability* $135
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM -inc: (2) remotes, door pad, perimeter anti-theft $440
PWR MOONROOF -inc: unique map lamps, overhead console $740
REAR FACING VINYL THIRD SEAT $200
REMOTE COMPACT DISC CHANGER -inc: (6)-disc changer mounted on RH quarter trim panel (REQ: 916 MACH Audio System) $595
COMPACT DISC CHANGER SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* STANDARAD
MACH AUDIO SYSTEM (REQ: 573 Elect Air Cond) $320
CELLULAR PHONE -inc: voice activation $650
WAGON GROUP -inc: rear window washer/wiper, cargo area cover, cargo net $295
CHROME ALUMINUM WHEELS $580
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (LPO) $40
ENGINE BLOCK IMMERSION HEATER (LPO) $35
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 DOHC SEFI 24-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, leather-wrapped steering wheel, anti-lock braking system, remote keyless entry system *GROSS* $1,420
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: speed control, front/rear floor mats, air filtration system, leather-wrapped steering wheel, anti-lock braking system, remote keyless entry system, elect temp control air cond w/heated mirrors, Ford MACH audio system, chrome wheels *GROSS* $2,530
Seat Type
CLOTH BUCKET SEATS W/FLOOR CONSOLE (STD) STANDARAD
LEATHER BUCKET SEATS W/FLOOR CONSOLE $990
Paint Type
SOLID CLEARCOAT PAINT (STD) STANDARAD
Deletion
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM DELETE (REQ: 209A Preferred Equipment Pkg) *CREDIT* 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