# \#taurus **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/taurus/104.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [2001 Ford Taurus P040 Code "U" Engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-taurus-p040-code-u-engine/186529)
**Author:** [@marktwark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marktwark)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2022, 2:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-taurus-p040-code-u-engine/186529 "2022-10-05T14:22:24Z")
I was getting intermittent camshaft synchronizer squeal on my 01 Taurus (140K miles) and had it replaced with a new one from AutoZone. After it was replaced, the engine logged a P040 code, and the engine stalled once at … --- ## [Brake hose clogged while bleeding. Has that ever happened?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-hose-clogged-while-bleeding-has-that-ever-happened/186214)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2022, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-hose-clogged-while-bleeding-has-that-ever-happened/186214 "2022-09-05T20:12:57Z")
1999 Ford Taurus. Bleeding the brakes after replacing the brake line for the front right and after about 4 pumps it clogged up and no fluid came out. The top bleeder on the hose let fluid out, but nothing came out the ca… --- ## [Intake manifold and spark plugs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intake-manifold-and-spark-plugs/185977)
**Author:** [@vjohnson2127\_178574](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vjohnson2127_178574)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2022, 1:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intake-manifold-and-spark-plugs/185977 "2022-08-24T01:56:34Z")
Replaced upper manifold gasket and 1,2,and 3 spark plugs car was running fine before I started can’t get it to run it turns over but dies immediately --- ## [Taurus not firing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taurus-not-firing/183421)
**Author:** [@Terry-P](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Terry-P)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2022, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taurus-not-firing/183421 "2022-04-11T17:41:07Z")
2001 Taurus cranks but won’t fire. What should I be checking? Thx for your input. --- ## [Mystery Stalling Problem with 2000 Ford Taurus Wagon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-stalling-problem-with-2000-ford-taurus-wagon/182986)
**Author:** [@mcd5brady](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mcd5brady)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2022, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-stalling-problem-with-2000-ford-taurus-wagon/182986 "2022-03-14T19:41:29Z")
My 2000 Taurus wagon has been stalling while driving at slow speeds, on and off, since last September. It would be fine for days and then the problem would occur, with repeated stalls all the way home. On one occasion I … --- ## [Vacuum hose replacement help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vacuum-hose-replacement-help/181045)
**Author:** [@jschaper74](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jschaper74)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2021, 5:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vacuum-hose-replacement-help/181045 "2021-12-04T05:29:38Z")
My 2006 taurus won’t start. I can hear the fuel pump kicking in and we already replaced the battery and fuel filter. A mechanic told me before that it had a vacuum leak but it was still running until two days ago. Wedne… --- ## [Flashers not working, relay question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flashers-not-working-relay-question/180343)
**Author:** [@gregorym38\_175755](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gregorym38_175755)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2021, 4:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flashers-not-working-relay-question/180343 "2021-10-31T16:51:38Z")
I just installed led tail lights and headlight, but the relay i have right now is hyper flashing. I went to Advance Auto and got an led compatible relay, but it does not work. It fits in just fine though. Is there anythi… --- ## [Cherry bomb extreme](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cherry-bomb-extreme/177456)
**Author:** [@gregorym38\_175755](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gregorym38_175755)\ **Replies:** 80\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2021, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cherry-bomb-extreme/177456 "2021-07-02T20:01:45Z")
ig u can say im ricing my car up, but i like it. anyways, i straightpiped my car, but thats only temporary. im looking for a better sound, especially during idle. so i boughg the cherry bomb extreme, but i just dint know… --- ## [2018 Ford Taurus moisture inside the headlight](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-taurus-moisture-inside-the-headlight/177797)
**Author:** [@williamjukes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/williamjukes)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2021, 5:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-taurus-moisture-inside-the-headlight/177797 "2021-07-02T17:00:37Z")
moisture inside headlight right side only --- ## [Need a mechanic in the Pittsburgh area for a 2002 Ford Taurus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-a-mechanic-in-the-pittsburgh-area-for-a-2002-ford-taurus/175839)
**Author:** [@Jeromepotosnak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeromepotosnak)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2021, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-a-mechanic-in-the-pittsburgh-area-for-a-2002-ford-taurus/175839 "2021-03-29T19:48:15Z")
Looking for recommended mechanics in my area --- ## [Taurus side mirror](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taurus-side-mirror/175720)
**Author:** [@Terry-P](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Terry-P)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2021, 8:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taurus-side-mirror/175720 "2021-03-19T20:11:19Z")
2001 Taurus SE, Driver’s side mirror cracked. Can just the glass be replaced or does the whole thing have to be replaced? --- ## [2013 Ford Taurus - testing front struts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-taurus-testing-front-struts/175371)
**Author:** [@Al48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Al48)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2021, 11:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-taurus-testing-front-struts/175371 "2021-02-22T23:51:51Z")
I own a 2013 Ford Taurus with 84,000 miles. What is the best way to test if I need new front struts? The car tracks straight and rebounds good over bumps. The rear has shock absorbers. --- ## [2015 Ford Taurus chirps loudly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-taurus-chirps-loudly/174155)
**Author:** [@PHILIPGRIMES](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PHILIPGRIMES)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2021, 9:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-taurus-chirps-loudly/174155 "2021-01-15T21:05:27Z")
Loud chirping noise, seems to be coming from one of the wheels or axle. Only happens when the weather is cold and when the car is up to about 40 MPH plus. Last for a couple of minutes and goes away. The problem recurs af… --- ## [Car pulls in both directions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-pulls-in-both-directions/173130)
**Author:** [@Josh-193](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Josh-193)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2020, 3:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-pulls-in-both-directions/173130 "2020-12-08T15:39:56Z")
So my car was parked in a parking lot where I work. It was hit by some one drunk leaving the establishment. I religiously park with my wheels straight. When I came out to my car the front end was moved about a foot to th… --- ## [2004 Ford Taurus lunges when brakes are applied](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-taurus-lunges-when-brakes-are-applied/172850)
**Author:** [@cac8069](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cac8069)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2020, 4:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-taurus-lunges-when-brakes-are-applied/172850 "2020-12-01T16:35:39Z")
2004 ford taurus lunges and speeds engine up when brakes applied --- ## [2003 Ford Taurus heater won’t come on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-taurus-heater-won-t-come-on/172274)
**Author:** [@diane41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/diane41)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2020, 11:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-taurus-heater-won-t-come-on/172274 "2020-11-13T23:25:59Z")
I can’t get the heater on. --- ## [Running Rich, p0172 p0175](https://community.cartalk.com/t/running-rich-p0172-p0175/170341)
**Author:** [@Dappersworth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dappersworth)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2020, 3:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/running-rich-p0172-p0175/170341 "2020-10-12T03:46:42Z")
2002 Taurus SE vulcan v6 3.0 - not flex fuel - returnless fuel system Completely stumped on what the cause is Replaced: All 6 Fuel Injectors EVAP canister purge control valve(on the firewall passenger side) Catalyti… --- ## [How do I find bank one location of sensor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-find-bank-one-location-of-sensor/171075)
**Author:** [@Mikel-25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mikel-25)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 11:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-find-bank-one-location-of-sensor/171075 "2020-10-11T11:35:22Z")
Hello, I have a 2013 Ford Taurus V6 and I have a oxygen sensor issue, it’s the bank 1 and sensor 2 area. I just wanted to know if bank 1 is left or right and if sensor 2 is upstream or downstream. Thank you --- ## [Can l continue my 4 hour journey with broken stut mount](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-l-continue-my-4-hour-journey-with-broken-stut-mount/170779)
**Author:** [@Gracious](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gracious)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 10:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-l-continue-my-4-hour-journey-with-broken-stut-mount/170779 "2020-10-04T22:03:03Z")
I hit a pot hole, my stut is hitting the hood. Luckily the hood is stil intact, l can only hear banging noises on uneven road or speed humps. Um currently on a road trip, should l carry on, l am left with 4 hours to reac… --- ## [Car surging at low speeds?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-surging-at-low-speeds/170170)
**Author:** [@VerySleepy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VerySleepy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2020, 11:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-surging-at-low-speeds/170170 "2020-09-19T23:05:46Z")
Getting a weird surge at low speeds when accelerating in my 2004 Ford Taurus. Feels like it almost loses power for a moment and then jerks forward hard. I have a slight vaccum leak that’s going to be taken care of in the… --- ## [Replacement Wheel Speed Sensor Worked for 30 Miles Then Failed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacement-wheel-speed-sensor-worked-for-30-miles-then-failed/168803)
**Author:** [@kcac\_1\_157641](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kcac_1_157641)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2020, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacement-wheel-speed-sensor-worked-for-30-miles-then-failed/168803 "2020-08-20T23:29:01Z")
After I did a front wheel bearing change on my 2000 Ford Taurus SE wagon, the ABS light on my dash lit. It showed a C1 233 code: “Left front wheel speed sensor input signal missing”. I replaced the sensor and the ABS lig… --- ## [Drive vs Drive2](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-vs-drive2/168389)
**Author:** [@Terry-P](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Terry-P)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2020, 10:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-vs-drive2/168389 "2020-08-11T22:06:51Z")
2001 Taurus 6cyl. Is there a significant difference in performance or gas mileage between Drive and Drive2? --- ## [Why won't my 2002 Ford Taurus start?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-wont-my-2002-ford-taurus-start/167909)
**Author:** [@Taurushelp1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Taurushelp1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2020, 12:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-wont-my-2002-ford-taurus-start/167909 "2020-07-28T12:13:24Z")
I have a 2002 Ford Taurus and while waiting at the animal hospital (since you can’t go in) I shut my car off. When I tried to turn it on, it wouldn’t start. When I turn the key, it doesn’t click or make any sound. The da… --- ## [Why does an unpluged egr valve run better then](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-an-unpluged-egr-valve-run-better-then/47058)
**Author:** [@indy4192](https://community.cartalk.com/u/indy4192)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2020, 12:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-an-unpluged-egr-valve-run-better-then/47058 "2020-06-12T12:42:45Z")
I have a EGR issue with my car according to my SEL and will be taking it to the meachinc in a couple of weeks to repair. A friend told me to unplug the vacum hose that plugs into the top of the EGR valve until I get it … --- ## [2013 Ford Taurus - AC doesn’t work after DIY repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-taurus-ac-doesn-t-work-after-diy-repair/165273)
**Author:** [@JustAUser](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JustAUser)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2020, 11:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-taurus-ac-doesn-t-work-after-diy-repair/165273 "2020-06-04T11:25:52Z")
At 120,000 the Water pump went out, Dealer wanted 3500$ cause it requires ripping the engine out, I did it for 800$ (DO NOT ATTEMPT VERY HARD AND RISKY) and now my A/c doesn’t work tbd the issue. --- ## [Ac compressor stuck when engaged](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-stuck-when-engaged/164827)
**Author:** [@bigjoncoop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bigjoncoop)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2020, 12:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-stuck-when-engaged/164827 "2020-05-26T00:04:36Z")
I just I purchased a 2002 Ford Taurus with dohc 3.0 L. AC was not working, try to charge the system and immediately things started to work as they should. Then I noticed that the pulley on the compressor is intermittentl… --- ## [ROCK HARD BRAKE PEDAL … OFF AND WHILE RUNNING….](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rock-hard-brake-pedal-off-and-while-running/163830)
**Author:** [@bigjoncoop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bigjoncoop)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2020, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rock-hard-brake-pedal-off-and-while-running/163830 "2020-05-06T20:46:56Z")
just got a 2002 Ford Taurus Sel and the brakes have been fine. then I noticed my pedal was extremely hard for a moment and normal… about 5 mins later the pedal was again extremely hard and still is. weather the car is ru… --- ## [Random trunk opening and more](https://community.cartalk.com/t/random-trunk-opening-and-more/54538)
**Author:** [@peggylou48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/peggylou48)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2020, 9:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/random-trunk-opening-and-more/54538 "2020-04-26T21:02:22Z")
I have a 2006 Taurus and bought it one year old. The first winter I had it, the alert would come on that the left rear door was open. I assumed it was frozen as it was winter. It kept up and seems to happen more frequ… --- ## [LTFT and Fuel Wash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ltft-and-fuel-wash/162142)
**Author:** [@jseidema\_165966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jseidema_165966)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2020, 7:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ltft-and-fuel-wash/162142 "2020-03-30T19:23:00Z")
New here with a question: can negative fuel trim cause fuel wash? If negative fuel trim means LESS fuel going into the cylinder, how would that cause fuel wash? My friend argues that if there is a vacuum leak, the comput… --- ## [04 Taurus issues after 3 mechanics](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-taurus-issues-after-3-mechanics/104454)
**Author:** [@Jack.402084](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jack.402084)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 4:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-taurus-issues-after-3-mechanics/104454 "2020-03-29T16:11:46Z")
Hello everybody I have a learning disability so please forgive me if I do not make sense. It is difficult to really understand what is going on. I have been to 3 mechanics and none of them have been able to help me. I… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/taurus/104.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=taurus)