2006 FORD Five Hundred Duratec-35 V6 3.0L AX4N/Duratec-35 V6 3.0L (D258)
D258 / Sedan / North America (primary), limited other markets
Duratec-35 V6 3.0L AX4NDuratec-35 V6 3.0LDuratec-35 V6 3.0L FFV (Flexible Fuel Vehicle)Exact year/trim recordGold
Engine identity
Oils and fluids
Service and parts data
Common and chronic problems
- Intake manifold vacuum leaks
- Transmission solenoid failures
- Rear suspension bushings wear
First checks
- Inspect intake manifold for coolant leaks
- Check transmission fluid condition and level
- Verify suspension bushing condition
Before replacing parts
- Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
- Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
- Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.
Important notes
- Model primarily sold in North America; limited export markets did not receive this model widely.
- No official global version with different engine offered in 2006.