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This document discusses the reliability of the Taurus SHO,
common maintenance recommendations, common problems and their resolution,
and repair techniques. It is not intended to be a replacement for your
owners manual or the service manuals. |
How reliable is the Taurus SHO?
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The SHO engine rarely suffers serious mechanical trouble;
the rest of the car is, well, a Ford. Most of the major gotchas are covered
in "What should I look for in a used SHO?". |
General
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Maintenance Schedule (under
construction)
Service and Extended Warranties
When do I need to adjust the valve
lash?
Discount parts sources
Service Manuals
Service ramps
Storing your SHO
Where can I find that @#$^*( part? |
Fluids and Filters
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Gasoline
Gasoline smell in/around a SHO.
Fuel Filter
Should I use synthetic oil?
Oil Change
Oil Analysis
Oil Filters
Air Filter
Brake Fluids |
Engine
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What can kill a SHO engine?
Removing the intake manifold
Spark plugs and wires
Timing Belt Tensioner - 3.0L vs. 3.2L
Timing Belt, Water Pump, CPS
and Crank Seal Replacement for the 3.0l MTX
Timing Belt, Water Pump, CPS
and Crank Seal Replacement for the 3.2l ATX
Intake manifold cleaning
Adjusting valve lash
How to detect a bad motor mount
Replacing motor mounts
Decarbon procedure
Misfires
Replacing the crankshaft position sensor
The Starter and Starter solenoid
Alternators Information
Fuel Pump Replacement |
Engine Control
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My SHO stalls intermittently; why?
About the rev limiter
My idle stays up until I am not moving; why?
My SHO surges at steady throttle; why?
Cleaning the IAB valve
EEC Self Test Procedure
Two-digit EEC codes
Three-digit EEC codes
Other Diagnostic Tools
Check Engine light with EGR Valve Error
Code
EEC-IV Testing Manual
(with codes) offsite link |
Exhaust
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How to detect a bad O2 sensor
How to inspect your catalytic converters |
Cooling System
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SHO cooling system maintenance
Replacing the thermostat (without pictures)
Replacing the thermostat (another
variation, with pictures)
Replacing the water pump |
5-speed Transaxle
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Transmission Fluid (MTX) (coming soon)
SHO Transaxle Drain Plug Installation
Replacing the clutch cable
My clutch is stiff
My clutch pedal vibrates
My clutch pedal "buzzes" above 4000 RPM
Clutch Replacement
What should I do with the clutch at a stop?
Reverse grinding |
Automatic Transaxle
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Transmission Fluid (Automatic) (coming soon)
Changing transmission fluid in the
93-95 ATX
I have an ATX, and my 4th gear stopped
working! |
Suspension and Steering
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Alignment problems
and their effects
Alignment
Gary Morrell on Alignment
Changing power steering fluid
Fixing loose steering
Fixing noisy power steering
Groaning front struts
Strut Replacement
Sway bar end links and their replacement
Tie Rod Ends and their replacement
Federal Mogul/TRW Catalog page on
Steering.
Federal Mogul/TRW Catalog page on
Suspension. |
Wheels/Tires/Brakes
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What tires should I buy for my
SHO?
What about snow tires?
Brake System Bleeding
Brake Job
Rear brake squeal |
Interior and Controls
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Air Bag System Trivia
Air Bag Diagnostic Codes
Fixing the steering column switch
My low fuel indicator comes on when
I have plenty of fuel
Keyless Entry
Remote keyless entry
Changing the keyless
entry factory code.
How do I stop squeaks, rattles and other
noises?
Stuck tachometer
Moonroof maladies
Sunshade replacement
Sunroof Removal
Leather, Rubber, and Vinyl Care
Steering wheel/shift knob leather replacement
My ignition lock cylinder is worn
out.
My back windows stopped working
Rear seat removal
Speedometer Calibration
Cruise Control problems and diagnostics
How to replace the ATX shifter knob
Lumbar Support Repair
Replacing the Parking Brake Release Cable |
Air Conditioning
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Running the Auto AC self-test
Air Conditioner Cooling Fan
Changing the AC between Fahrenheit and
Celsius
My climate control suddenly goes full hot;
why?
Resetting the gap on the A/C clutch.
Auto Climate control button problems |
Exterior
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Power antenna replacement
How do I stop leaks?
Rusty side moldings
Maintaining the exterior
Fixing Paint Chips and Scratches
Cleaning your Battery Tray
Headlight condensation fix
Washer nozzle aiming |
