1988 Ford Taurus Service and Repair Manual

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The 1988 Ford Taurus service and repair manual is a detailed, OEM-style reference for diagnostics, maintenance, and repair work. Use it to verify procedures, specifications, and system information before you start a job.

You'll find coverage across key vehicle systems with clear section structure, including wiring diagrams and powertrain, braking, steering, suspension, HVAC, and electrical topics. Digital format makes it easy to search while you work.

Trims covered

  • MT5 Sedan 4-Door
  • GL Sedan 4-Door
  • Base Sedan 4-Door
  • GL Wagon 4-Door
  • L Sedan 4-Door
  • L Wagon 4-Door
  • LX Sedan 4-Door
  • LX Wagon 4-Door

Engines covered

  • 2.5L 153Cu. In. l4 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
  • 3.0L 2986CC 182Cu. In. V6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
  • 3.8L 232Cu. In. V6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

1988 Ford Taurus Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #93V10600023/06/1993Component: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TAURUS AND SABLES BUILT FROM 10-14-85 THROUGH 8-19-88, AND LINCOLN CONTINENTALS BUILT FROM 11-4-87 THROUGH 9-30-88 (EXCEPT 1989 - 1991 2.5L TAURUS AND 1989 -

Consequence

IF ONE OF THE REAR CORNERS DROPS, ONLY MINOR INDICATIONS OF A MALFUNCTION SUCH AS A CLUNKI

Remedy

INSTALL A CORROSION-RESISTANT REINFORCING PLATE AND A NEW BOLT ON BOTH REAR SUBFRAME MOUNT

TSB #623944

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HEATER CORE LEAKS. *SLC

TSB #623988

INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE CHARTS. *SLC

TSB #622665

ON SOME VEHICLES, ENGINE OIL MAY CONTINUE TO LEAK FROM THE ENGINE OIL PAN GASKET AREA AFTER AN ENGINE OIL PAN GASKET REPAIR HAS BEEN PERFORMED. *TT

TSB #608431

INFORMATION ON THE NEW FLUSH AND FILL TOOL AVAILABLE THROUGH ROTUNDA. *TT

TSB #613234

INFORMATION REGARDING TSB 98-5A-12 (TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION/TRANSFER CASE-VEHICLES TOWED BEHIND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES-RECOMMENDED GUIDELINES) DOES NOT LIST TOWING INFORMATION FOR CERTAIN MODEL VEHICLES. *MJS

TSB #612203

INFORMATION REGARDING THE NEW TRANSMISSION COOLER FLUSHER- SERVICE TIP. *MJS

TSB #6090087

INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT

TSB #6090051

SERVICE TIP INFORMATION ON REVISED OIL PAN GASKET REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT

Showing the 8 most recent of 54 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

19970917Component: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BARCrash reported3 injured

WHILE DRIVING DOWN HILL AT 60 MPH THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP FOR NO REASON, CAUSING OWNER TO LOSE CONTROL OF VEHICLE, RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. *AK

19950920Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTORCrash reported1 injured

DRIVER SHOULDER BELT DID NOT LOCKUP ON REAREND COLLISION. TT

19950908Component: STEERINGCrash reported1 injured

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE SWERVED TO THE LEFT LANE INTO A ROAD DIVIDER, POSSIBLE DUE TO DEFECT IN STEERING MECHANISM. TT

19950505Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBINGCrash reported1 injured

VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED, SEAT BELT DID NOT RESTRAIN, HIT WINDSHIELD. TT

Showing the 4 most serious of 462 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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