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Ford Taurus X
Maintenance Schedule by Year

Select your model year to view the complete recommended maintenance schedule for your Taurus X — the renamed Freestyle with an upgraded 3.5L V6 and 6-speed automatic. Produced for 2008-2009 only.

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1st Generation — 2008-2009
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How Taurus X Maintenance Has Changed

2008
Taurus X Replaces Freestyle Generation

The Freestyle was renamed Taurus X with a significant powertrain upgrade: 3.5L Duratec V6 (263 hp) replaced the 3.0L, and a conventional 6-speed automatic replaced the CVT. FWD or AWD available. Three-row seating continued.

Taurus X Resources

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How often should I change the oil on a Ford Taurus X?
    The Taurus X 3.5L Duratec V6 uses conventional or synthetic blend SAE 5W-20 oil at 5,000 to 7,500-mile intervals. Synthetic oil provides better protection and can safely extend the interval toward the longer end.
  • Is Taurus X maintenance different from the Freestyle?
    The biggest difference is the transmission. The Taurus X uses a conventional 6-speed automatic instead of the Freestyle CVT, which simplifies transmission maintenance. Oil change intervals and general service items are similar, but the 3.5L V6 has a slightly larger oil capacity than the Freestyle 3.0L.
  • When should the transmission fluid be changed?
    The 6-speed automatic in the Taurus X should have fluid changed every 60,000 miles for optimal longevity. Use Ford-specified Mercon V ATF. This is more straightforward than the Freestyle CVT fluid service and uses more widely available fluid.
  • What replaced the Taurus X?
    The Taurus X was discontinued after 2009 and effectively replaced by the Ford Flex (2009-2019), which offered a similar three-row crossover layout but with more distinctive styling and available EcoBoost power.

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