Ford Taurus X 2008-2009

The Ford Taurus X, produced in 2008 and 2009, was a mid-size crossover SUV designed to provide practicality and versatility for families. It offered a spacious and flexible interior with three rows of seating, accommodating up to seven passengers comfortably. The Taurus X aimed to bridge the gap between traditional SUVs and minivans, providing a more car-like driving experience while maintaining a higher seating position and increased cargo space.

Regarding safety and technology, the Taurus X featured standard stability control and multiple airbags to enhance occupant protection. It also offered optional features such as a navigation system and rear-seat DVD entertainment for added convenience and entertainment during longer journeys. This model was designed to cater to the demands of families, combining the convenience of a larger vehicle with the handling and efficiency of a car, making it a practical choice for those needing space and flexibility.

Ford Taurus X specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Engine 3.5L 6-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-20
• Oil certification: API
• Drain plug torque: 20 ft-lbs
• Oil capacity: 5.5 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 3.5L 6-Cylinder: 0.052”

Brake fluid

• Type: Motorcraft DOT 3 Low Viscosity High-Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid PM-20 / WSS-M6C65-A2
• Capacity: Between MAX and MIN on reservoir

Door latch, hood latch, auxiliary hood latch, door hinges, striker plates, seat tracks, and fuel filler door hinge

• Type: Multi-Purpose Grease (Lithium grease)
• XL-5 (aerosol) (U.S.)
• CRCSL3151 (Canada) / ESB-M1C93-B

Coolant

• Type: Motorcraft Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted VC-3DIL-B (U.S.); CVC-3DIL-B (Canada) / WSS-M97B44-D2 VC-7- B / WSS-M97B51-A1
• Capacity: 
  • 3.5L V6 engine : 11.1 quarts (10.5L)
  • 3.5L V6 Super High Output (SHO) engine: 11.4 quarts (10.8L)
  • 2.0L EcoBoost engine : 11.6 quarts (11.0L)

Fuel

• Capacity: 19.0 gallons (71.9 L)

Power steering fluid

• Type: Motorcraft MERCON ATF XT-2-QDX / MERCON
• Capacity: Fill to the line on dipstick

Automatic  transmission fluid

•  Type: Motorcraft 2 MERCON LV/ XT-10-QLVC (U.S.); CXT-10-LV12 (Canada) / MERCON LV
• Capacity: 
  • (6F50) : 10.9 quarts (10.3L)
  • (6F55) : 11.6 quarts (11.0L)
  • (6F35) : 9.0 quarts (8.5L)

Rear differential (All Wheel Drive) fluid

• Type: Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant / XY-80W90-QL / WSP-M2C197-A
• Capacity: 2.4 pints (1.15L)

Power Transfer Unit (PTU) fluid (All 4 Wheel Drive)

• Type: Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant XY-75W140-QL / WSL-M2C192-A
• Capacity: 18 ounces (0.53L)

Windshield washer fluid

• Type: Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate ZC-32-B2 (U.S); CXC-37-(A, B, D, and F) (Canada) / WSB-M8B16-A2
• Capacity: Fill as required

Lock cylinder

• Type: Penetrating and Lock Lubricant Motorcraft XL-1

A/C refrigerant

• Type: Motorcraft R–134a Refrigerant YN-19 (U.S.); CYN–16–R (Canada) / WSH-M17B19–A
• Capacity: 
  • 2.0LEcoBoost engine: 1.62 lb (0.74kg)
  • 3.5L V6 engine :1.43 lb (0.65kg)

A/C refrigerant compressor oil

• Type: Motorcraft PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil YN-12–D / WSH-M1C231–B
• Capacity: 2.0L GTDI &3.5LTiVCT :5.2 fl oz\(0.153 L)

Powertrain

Engine

•     3.5 L DOHC Duratec 35 (Cyclone) V6

Transmission

• 6-speed 6F automatic

Fuel Consumption

Front Lights

• Front Fog Light Bulb: H11-55W
• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 194
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3457NAK
• High Beam Headlight Bulb: 9005LL
• Low Beam Headlight Bulb: H11-55W

Rear Lights

• Back Up Light Bulb: 921
• Brake Light Bulb: L1224R-3P
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: 2825
• License Plate Light Bulb: 168
• Parking Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3457NAK
• Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb: L1224R-3P
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: L1224R-3P
• Tail Light Bulb: L1224R-3P

Interior Lights

• Dome Light Bulb: 578
• Map Light Bulb: 3886X