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#1817 of 2996 Re: Taurus Plug Change [mbmarauder] by tcinmi

Jul 27, 2005 (10:53 pm)

Replying to: mbmarauder (Jul 24, 2005 7:44 am)
I have a 2003 Taurus and have no problems getting to the rear plugs. I've infact had all six of my spark plugs out. Pretty much this is a problem that you're going to run into with any Front-Wheel Drive cars that are V-6's. I had the same problem in my Ford Contour but my parents also have a V-6 Grand Prix (2005) with the plugs in the rear. Try going from the left side of the vehicle and leaning in that way. The only other thing I could think to suggest is get a new intake manifold gasket set and take the intake manifold off, that should give you plenty of room with the way it folds over like that, although I do feel your pain about trying to change those plugs.

#1818 of 2996 1996 Taurus power seat switch by rdn2

Jul 28, 2005 (1:18 pm)

Hello: I'm new here so I hope this isn't a repeat. The driver's power seat switch failed and needs to be replaced. I have a new switch. Replacement is simple, unplug, remove two screws. The PROBLEM is ACCESS. It seems to be impossible to get at the screws and to find space to remove the switch. Is there a "trick" to this or is it really the nightmare it seems to be? Frustrated! Any advice would be extremely appreciated. Thanks.

#1819 of 2996 Transmission's on Taurus by bellaseri

Jul 28, 2005 (9:06 pm)

Hi,
I was looking to buy a 93-99 Ford Taurus..I have heard they can have major transmission problem's is this true for all taurus's and if so what about what mileage do they usaully go out at.Please help me before I need help.Also how does the taurus in these yrs fair as dependability.Any help will be appreciated.
Since I'm looking for a use car which is the best americian car as far as dependability.
Thanks for your help.
Tyler

#1821 of 2996 Re: 94 Taurus engine shuts down in warm weather [ram2442] by e_net_rider

Jul 29, 2005 (7:33 am)

Replying to: ram2442 (Jul 26, 2005 6:32 pm)
Are there any other indicators that might lead to problem? Is it only when air is on, does the temp vary much once warmed, etc? I had an unusual to me as the car would intermittantly run rough at lights and sometimes die according to my daughter. I went over it several times and ran the self diagnostics without any indication of the trouble. I started getting a little physical with poking around while the engine was running and it died. Turned out that a vacuum hose had a crack and at idle it would sometimes suck air. At high rpms, not a problem.

#1822 of 2996 Re: 1999 mercury sable [sksheridan] by spadez

Jul 29, 2005 (5:42 pm)

Replying to: sksheridan (Jul 22, 2005 6:02 am)
Took the Sable to my mechanic earlier this week. They flushed the power steering system and replaced the PS fluid with one that contained a sealant. It seems to have resolved the problem; no more leak, and the steering has stopped making that embarrasing groaning noise in parking lots. Good luck with your Taurus!

#1823 of 2996 2000 Ford Taurus SE FFV by mikedink

Jul 30, 2005 (11:02 am)

#1824 of 2996 2000 Ford Taurus SE FFV by mikedink

Jul 30, 2005 (11:03 am)

Water on front passenger floor under rug - ALOT of water. Air conditioning drainage hose has been checked - WHAT ELSE COULD IT BE?

#1825 of 2996 Re: 2000 Ford Taurus SE FFV [mikedink] by Mr_Shiftright HOST

Jul 30, 2005 (11:04 am)

Replying to: mikedink (Jul 30, 2005 11:03 am)
Sunroof drain is possible if you have one or even more likely a clogged drain at the bottom of your fresh air vents, under your windshield wipers.

#1826 of 2996 Re: Taurus Plug Change [mbmarauder] by bellaseri

Jul 30, 2005 (2:27 pm)

Replying to: mbmarauder (Jul 24, 2005 7:44 am)
Where were the 60 articles on why you shouldn't buy a Taurus?
Thanks,
Tyler

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