Ford Taurus Quiz
Wipers and Washers

Windshield washers

In this manual: Wipers and Washers
Introduction — 12Child Safety — 5Safety Belts — 6Personal Safety System — 1Supplementary Restraints System — 7Keys and Remote Control — 4MyKey — 1Locks — 5Security — 3Steering Wheel — 3Pedals — 1Wipers and Washers — 4Lighting — 9Windows and Mirrors — 7Instrument Cluster — 4Information Displays — 3Climate Control — 7Seats — 9Universal Garage Door Opener (If Equipped) — 1Auxiliary Power Points — 1Storage Compartments — 3Starting and Stopping the Engine — 4Fuel and Refueling — 7Transmission — 1All-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) — 1Brakes — 3Traction Control — 1Stability Control — 1Parking Aids — 4Cruise Control — 3Driving Aids — 6Load Carrying — 3Towing — 6Driving Hints — 4Roadside Emergencies — 4Customer Assistance — 7Fuses — 3Maintenance — 16Vehicle Care — 12Wheels and Tires — 8Capacities and Specifications — 5Accessories — 1Ford Extended Service Plan — 1Audio System — 5SYNC® — 7MyFord Touch® (If Equipped) — 8Appendices — 1Scheduled Maintenance — 5
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Note:

Do not operate the wipers on a dry windshield. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper motor to burn out.

Always use the windshield washer before wiping a dry windshield.

Note:

Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty.

This may cause the washer pump to overheat.

Press the end of the stalk to

Press the end of the stalk to activate the washer.

• A brief press causes a single wipe without washer fluid.

• A quick press and hold causes the wipers to swipe three times with washer fluid.

• A long press and hold will activate the wipers and washer fluid for up to 10 seconds.

A wipe will occur a few seconds after washing to clear any remaining washer fluid. This feature can be turned on and off in the information display.

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