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2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
General Specifications
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION General Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Front Disc Brake | |
| Brake pad minimum thickness | 3.0 mm (0.118 in) |
| Brake pad maximum thickness variation (pad-to-pad) | 2.0 mm (0.079 in) |
| Brake pad maximum taper wear (in any direction) | 3.0 mm (0.118 in) |
| Brake disc minimum thickness (base brake system) | 22 mm (0.86 in) |
| Brake disc minimum thickness to machine (base brake system) | 22.6 mm (0.88 in) |
| Brake disc minimum thickness (4 wheel disc brake system) | 24 mm (0.95 in) |
| Brake disc minimum thickness to machine (4 wheel disc brake system) | 24.6 mm (0.97 in) |
| Rear Disc Brake | |
| Brake pad minimum thickness | 3.0 mm (0.118 in) |
| Brake pad maximum thickness variation (pad-to-pad) | 2.0 mm (0.079 in) |
| Brake pad maximum taper wear (in any direction) | 3.0 mm (0.118 in) |
| Brake disc minimum thickness | 11.0 mm (0.43 in) |
| Brake disc minimum thickness to machine | 11.6 mm (0.45 in) |
| Rear Drum Brake | |
| Brake shoe minimum thickness | 1.0 mm (0.03 inch) |
| Brake drum maximum diameter | 230.1 mm (9.05 inch) |
| Lubricant | |
| High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid PM-1 (Canada CPM-1) | ESA-M6C25-A or WSS-M6C62-A |
| High Temperature Nickel Anti-Seize Lubricant XL-2 (Canada CXG-2-B) | ESE-M12A4-A |
| Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound XG-3-A | ESE-M1C171-A |
| Metal Brake Parts Cleaner PM-4 (Canada CPM-4) | - |
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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.