Power outlets, optional steering wheel audio controls.
Lighting
Lighting:
Halogen headlamps, optional fog lamps, cornering lamps.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals Oil Change
Service Intervals Oil Change:
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first, using synthetic blend or full synthetic oil.
Service Intervals Air Filter
Service Intervals Air Filter:
Inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km), replace as needed or every 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
Service Intervals Spark Plugs
Service Intervals Spark Plugs:
Duratec V6: 100,000 miles (160,000 km) (Irridium plugs); Vulcan V6: 100,000 miles (160,000 km) (Long-life plugs).
Service Intervals Transmission Fluid
Service Intervals Transmission Fluid:
Inspect every 30,000 miles (48,000 km), replace every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or under severe service conditions.
Fluid Specifications Coolant
Fluid Specifications Coolant:
Ford Premium Engine Coolant (Orange), ESE-M97B44-A or equivalent (50/50 mix with distilled water)
Fluid Specifications Brake
Fluid Specifications Brake:
DOT 3
Known Issues
Known Issues Common:
Intake manifold gasket leaks (especially on Vulcan engines), PCV valve clogging, AC evaporator core leaks, rear main crankshaft seal leaks, automatic transmission solenoid issues, occasional electrical gremlins (window motors, central locking).
Known Issues Specific
Known Issues Specific:
CV axle boot failures, power steering fluid leaks from pump or lines, alternator failure.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Brand Heritage:
Ford Motor Company, established in 1903, a pioneer in mass-produced automobiles.
Model Evolution
Model Evolution:
The 2004 Taurus represents the third generation of the platform, introduced for the 1996 model year. Significant redesigns occurred in 1999 (Gen 2) and 2000 (Gen 2.1) before this iteration. The 2004 model year saw minor updates, including some styling tweaks and feature enhancements.
Production Years
Production Years:
1985-2007 (North America); 1995-2019 (China as Ford Taurus (China))
Manufacturing Locations
Manufacturing Locations:
Chicago, Illinois; Atlanta, Georgia; and Kansas City, Missouri, USA
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Recognitions:
The Ford Taurus was a perennial best-seller for many years and was often cited for its comfort and spaciousness.
Ratings
Ratings:
Consistently received good consumer reviews for its value and practicality in its segment.
Certifications
Certifications:
N/A (No specific industry certifications typically awarded to individual model years beyond safety compliance).
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