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.
2012 Ford Taurus AWD V6-3.5LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Programming and Relearning
Memory Position Programming
Recalling a Stored Memory Position
NOTE: A memory recall can be initiated only if the vehicle is in PARK or NEUTRAL gear and the ignition switch is not in START. A memory recall in progress will not be affected by moving the ignition switch to START or by moving the gearshift lever out of PARK or NEUTRAL.
NOTE: Input from the driver seat control switch, memory SET switch, adjustable pedal control switch (if equipped), exterior mirror control switch (if equipped) and steering column control switch (if equipped) during a memory recall will abort the operation.
1. The driver can recall the desired memory driver seat, memory exterior mirror (if equipped), memory adjustable pedal (if equipped) and memory tilt steering column (if equipped) positions by depressing either memory SET switch button 1 or 2. Depressing memory SET switch button 1 will initiate a recall of the positions stored for Memory 1. Depressing memory SET switch button 2 will initiate a recall of the positions stored for Memory 2.
Programming Memory Positions
NOTE: Memory positions can be stored at any time.
NOTE: Verify good battery condition before diagnosing the memory seat system. Poor battery condition may interfere with memory seat operation, even if vehicle starting is possible.
1. Place the vehicle ignition to ON.
2. NOTE: To program the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, refer to Doors, Hood and Trunk &/or Locks.
To set memory position(s) move the memory driver seat, memory exterior mirrors and memory adjustable pedals (if equipped) to the preferred position using the appropriate switch(es).
3. NOTE: Input from the driver seat control switch, adjustable pedal control switch (if equipped), exterior mirror control switch (if equipped) and steering column control switch (if equipped) during memory programming will abort the operation.
NOTE: If other tones or chimes are being produced, the memory save tone will not be heard because it is one of the lowest priorities.
Press and hold a memory button (1 or 2) until a tone is heard (1.5 seconds). When the tone is heard, the memory programming is complete.
4. Repeat the previous steps to program another memory position.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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