Consumer Review Video - 2008 Ford Taurus X Limited 3.5L V6
Common problems and easy repairs on a 2008 Taurus X
The 2008 Ford Taurus X Limited is a relatively easy vehicle to maintain but is more recommended to those capable of vehicle maintenance. Changing the fog light with reliability is no problem, as you only have to reach under the vehicle for access to the assembly. The headlight is also easy to replace, as you only have to reach behind the housing for access to the bulb. Changing the front wiper blade is no problem. Other models will require the use of tools for changing your blades.
Some things are problematic on the 2008 Ford Taurus X Limited. You will have to use a few tools in order to access the center brake light bulbs. This is more difficult access than you will usually find. Changing the tail light bulbs can be tough, as you will have to remove the entire housing first. The tools necessary may not be readily available for a repair. While the tire is easy to remove, you will have to remove a bolt in order to access the jack kit.
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Hans Angermeier has produced over 100,000 videos showing drivers how to fix things on their cars. He has broad expertise on basic repair procedures covering the majority of cars on the road.
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