2003 Ford Taurus Consumer Discussions Page 5

Taurus/Sable Maintenance & Repair

A/C Unit Problem with an 02 Taurus SES

Written by: pjb929 on Sep 09, 2004 05:08 AM

I purchased my 2002 Ford Taurus used with less than 19,000 miles in March of 2003. Within a week I noticed a problem with the defrost system. As the car would sit idling and the defrost was on the rpms would jump sporadically from the lowest reading up to the red zone. As this happened the car would sound like it was about to stall. The check engine light also would come ... Read More...

Duratec/Vulcan

Written by: dilbertzzz on Aug 09, 2004 03:40 PM

We are buying a had-been-a-California-rental (apparently) 2003 SES with a bit less than 19,000 miles on it, Vulcan in front, Ford-certified and all. It's clean and Carfax checked out (no charge for that from the dealer in Grapevine, TX). Paying $11,180 ($12,019 out the door -- hard bargaining between wife and Used Car Sales Manager). Seems a reasonable, if ... Read More...

Freon leaks

Written by: felixc1976 on Apr 23, 2004 11:19 AM

Well, I managed to keep my 97 Taurus out of repair shops for almost entire 2003, until there was "no heat" in Dec. Took it to my dealer - diagnosed a closed heater core valve, which required entire heater core to be replaced(not sure if it was really necessary?). They quoted $900 and I agreed, since my extended warranty covered it (2nd time the $700 extended warranty ... Read More...

New 2004 Ford Taurus SEL Owner...

Written by: iexplore2000 on Mar 17, 2004 07:12 AM

Hello Everyone,  ** First off, I apologize in advance for posting this message accross two forums, but I promise that this will be my first and LAST double-posted message.. I just need as much input as possible! :-) ** I am new to this forum and wanted to post a message to you all for your feedback concerning the Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable. I purchased a fully ... Read More...

Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable Sedans Pre-2008

New 2004 Ford Taurus SEL Owner..

Written by: iexplore2000 on Mar 17, 2004 07:03 AM

Hello Everyone, I am new to this forum and wanted to post a message to you all for your feedback concerning the Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable. I purchased a fully loaded 2004 Ford Taurus SEL (with TCS, Mach, Home Link, etc.) back in January primarily to use as a work commuter vehicle. I chose the Merlot exterior with the two-tone parchment leather interior. My other ... Read More...

Ford issues 2 recalls

Written by: danielj6 on Mar 11, 2004 04:08 PM

More than 1.3 million Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable sedans will be recalled to correct problems with brake lights and air filters. In the first recall, the 2000-2003 Taurus/Sable will be brought back because the center high-mounted stop lamps have bad switches that could lead to inoperative or always-on lights. The second recall covers 2003 Taurus/Sable ... Read More...

Taurus/Sable Maintenance & Repair

Opinions needed on buying a used Taurus

Written by: lelandl on Feb 01, 2004 01:33 PM

Hello, all: My 97 protege was totaled from an accident several days ago. The other (probably drunk) driver ran away from the site. Fortunately I was not injured, well, now I am in the market for a used Taurus. I will need you guys' opinion on this buy: 99 Taurus SE 100K miles cruise, ABS, alloy wheels power window, power door lock, power sear ,power mirrors Radio cassette ... Read More...

Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable Sedans Pre-2008

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Written by: tomcat630 on Jan 28, 2004 00:07 PM

"Toyota Camry was the most popular brand to replace the Ford Taurus. Honda Odyssey was next with Nissan Altima a distant 3rd choice." What source is this from? Sure the 3.8L cars had problems, but not all Tauruses are lemons. And again, 2002 and 2003 Tauruses were rated "recommended" by Consumer Reports. Read More...

Taurus/Sable Maintenance & Repair

My Taurus Tale

Written by: tmatteo on Jan 10, 2004 02:13 PM

On Dec 30th 2003, I dropped my 1997 Taurus off at the Ford service dept. for a regular maintenance. They recommended a "power flush" of the trans. and power steering (transmissions problems are looming over the horizon it seems.) I said ok and picked it up the next day, The "check engine soon" light was on after I made a stop some miles away, so I returned it to the dealer. ... Read More...

96 Ford Taurus

Written by: cvcbird on Jan 08, 2004 00:47 PM

We have a previous 1 owner 96 Ford Taurus,we purchased in March 2003 for our son. Was kept in very good condition. It has 101k miles. So far, we replaced brakes & transmission. Now we have the entire steering assembly to replace for $800 The only thing left is the engine, which is the 3.0. The Mechanic thinks the engine's in good shape & thinks it might be worth ... Read More...