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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 345 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CD4E)DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGVISUAL INSPECTIONNOTES
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Visual Inspection: Notes
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Notes
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.
This inspection will identify modifications or additions to the vehicle operating system that can affect diagnosis.
- Vehicle modification
- Electronic add-on items
- Air conditioning
- Generators (alternators)
- Engine turbo
- Cellular telephone
- Cruise control
- CB radio
- Linear boosters
- Backup alarm signals
- Computer
- The above items, if not correctly installed, will affect PCM or transaxle function. Pay particular attention to add-on wiring splices in the PCM harness or transaxle wiring harness, abnormal tire size or axle ratio changes.
- Leaks. Refer to LEAKAGE INSPECTION .
- Correct linkage adjustments. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE-TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS - CD4E .
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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.