This sounds like there is low or no oil pressure.Best to have oil pressure tested with a mechanical gauge.Running a engine with low or no oil pressure will cause major damage to it.
Somthing to do with the AC.
dome light stays on ford taurus
why is my '99 ford taurus making a knock noise and smoking from under the radator
it might be your starter.
The Ford Taurus does not have a timing belt, it has a timing chain. The timing chain is designed to last the life of the engine, and does not need routine replacement.
When the oil light comes on when a 2002 Ford Taurus is idling it means there may be a problem with the oil pressure that needs to be checked.
To replace front parking light on a 1999 Ford Taurus, lift the hood and remove the bolt holding the parking light housing cover. Twist the parking light off and replace with a new one.
check your fuses
ask a repairman
Because you need oil change
It 's your dang old cam shaft syncronizer.
According to the 2001 Ford Taurus owners manual that's the ( check fuel cap warning light ) You can view the 2001 Ford Taurus owners manual online at : www . motorcraft service . com ( no spaces ) Click on Owner Guides