Safety Warning
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.
2011 Ford Taurus Limited, AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 7.00 OZS. | 0.2 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.63 LBS. | 0.73 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Trans Mfr CD 6F50 | 10.90 QTS. | 10.31 L | MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV | Approximate dry fill capacity. Actual amount may vary during fluid changes. Automatic Transmission that require MERCON LV should only use MERCON LV ATF. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | MOTORCRAFT High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid | Fill between "max" and "min" lines on reservoir. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 2.40 PTS. | 1.13 L | MOTORCRAFT SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | Normally Aspirated | 11.10 QTS. | 10.5 L | MOTORCRAFT Specialty Green Engine Coolant or Motocraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant | Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle. Check the coolant reservoir bottle labeling for the correct fluid type. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Normally Aspirated | 5.50 QTS. | 5.2 L | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 19.00 GALS. | 71.92 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | Limited,SE,SEL | N/A | N/A | MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON V | Capacities listed are average system capacities and may vary. | S | |
| Transfer Case Fluid | AWD | Power Transfer Unit | 18.00 OZS. | 0.53 L | SAE 75W-140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Gear Oil | S | |
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 4.60 QTS. | 4.35 L | MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | ||
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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.
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