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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1093 (SUSPENSION SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION)SPECIFICATIONSGENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
General Specifications
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION General Specifications
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Thrust angle - maximum (centerline of front tires compared to centerline of rear tires) | 30 mm (1.25 in) |
| Ball Joint Deflection | |
| Lower | 0-1.0 mm (0-0.04 in) |
| Upper | 0-0.6 mm (0-0.024 in) |
| Vehicle Lean (Side-to-Side Height Differences) | |
| Front wheel opening - maximum | 16 mm (0.63 in) |
| Rear wheel opening - maximum | 19 mm (0.75 in) |
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Ride Height - E-150 Wagon | |
| Front | 65 mm (2.56 in) ± 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Rear | 147 mm (5.79 in) ± 25 mm (0.984 in) |
| Ride Height - E-150 Van | |
| Front | 70 mm (2.75 in) ± 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Rear | 154 mm (6.06 in) ± 25 mm (0.984 in) |
| Ride Height - E-250 Van | |
| Front (Heavy Duty Suspension) | 69 mm (2.72 in) ± 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Front (Standard Suspension) | 68 mm (2.68 in) ± 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Rear | 190 mm (7.48 in) ± 25 mm (0.984 in) |
| Ride Height - E-250 Cutaway | |
| Front | 71 mm (2.79 in) ± 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Rear | 161 mm (6.33 in) ± 25 mm (0.98 in) |
| Ride Height - E-350 Van (Regular) | |
| Front (Standard Suspension) | 68 mm (2.68 in) ± 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Front (Heavy Duty Suspension) | 70 mm (2.76 in) ± 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Rear | 175 mm (6.89 in) ± 25 mm (0.98 in) |
| Ride Height - E-350 Van (Extended) | |
| Front (Standard Suspension) | 68 mm (2.68 in) ± 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Front (Heavy Duty Suspension) | 69 mm (2.72 in) ± 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Rear | 165 mm (6.50 in) ± 25 mm (0.98 in) |
| Ride Height - E-350 Wagon (Regular) | |
| Front | 67 mm (2.63 in) ± 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Rear | 148 mm (5.82 in) ± 25 mm (0.98 in) |
| Ride Height - E-350 Wagon (Extended) | |
| Front | 64 mm (2.52 in) ± 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Rear | 144 mm (5.67 in) ± 25 mm (0.98 in) |
| Ride Height - E-350 Cutaway | |
| Front | 76 mm (2.99 in) ± 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Rear | 174 mm (6.85 in) ± 25 mm (0.98 in) |
| Ride Height - E-350 School Bus | |
| Front | 60 mm (2.36 in) ± 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Rear | 174 mm (6.85 in) ± 25 mm (0.98 in) |
| Ride Height - E-450 Cutaway | |
| Front | 82 mm (3.23 in) ± 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Rear | 181 mm (7.13 in) ± 25 mm (0.98 in) |
| Ride Height - E-450 Cutaway School Bus | |
| Front | 70 mm (2.76 in) ± 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Rear | 181 mm (7.13 in) ± 25 mm (0.98 in) |
| Measurements listed at curb load. Curb load is defined as "full service fluids, full fuel tank(s), no passengers and no cargo". | |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.