Ford 2010 Mustang v.1- Manuals

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answers to such questions are contained in commentshighlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should beread and observed. Warning symbol...

PERCHLORATE MATERIAL Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules, seat beltpretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material– Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal.See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. BREAKING-IN YOUR ...

Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols. WARNING: Please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions couldresult in ...

Cell phone use The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when usingsuch equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safetyand security when app...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based P...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Base instrument cluster (V6 shown; V8 similar) Optional instrument cluster (V6 shown; V8 similar) Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists wit...

Service engine soon: The service engine soon indicator lightilluminates when the ignition is firstturned to the on position to checkthe bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready forInspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the service engine soonlight will stay on until the engine is c...

time, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Illuminationafter releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level. Contactyour authorized dealer as soon as possible. WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in brakin...

O/D OFF (automatictransmission): Illuminates when the overdrive function of thetransmission has been turned off;refer to the Driving chapter. If the light does not illuminate, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Low fuel (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel level inthe fuel tank ...

Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and thedriver’s door is opened. GAUGES Base instrument cluster gauges (V6 shown; V8 similar) Optional instrument cluster gauges (V6 shown; V8 similar) Refer to Message ...

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. • V6 instrument cluster • V8 instrument cluster Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “H” and“C”). If it enters the red section, theengine...

Trip odometer: Registers the distance of individual journeys. • Base instrument cluster: Press the reset button to select TripA and Trip B. Press and hold thereset button to reset the tripodometer to zero. • Optional instrument cluster: Press and release the messagecenter INFO button until TRIP Amod...

Engine oil pressure gauge (ifequipped): Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle should stay inthe normal operating range(between “L” and “H”). If the needlefalls below the normal range, stopthe vehicle, turn off the engine andcheck the engine oil level. Add oil ifneeded. If the oil level is correc...

Selectable features Reset Press this control to select and resetfunctions shown in the INFO menuand SETUP menu. Setup menu Press this control for the followingdisplays: Note: The vehicle’s headlamps or parklamps must be on toperform/check light functions. • System Check • My Color 1, 2, 3 • Oil Life...

3. ALL DOORS CLOSED 4. DRIVER DOOR 5. PASSENGER DOOR 6. TRUNK 7. SECURITY SYSTEM (if equipped) 8. BRAKE SYSTEM 9. TRAC CONTROL (if equipped) 10. FUEL LEVEL Oil life An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center.USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. To reset the oil monitoring system...

To choose colors for the gauges, halo color or ambient lighting do thefollowing: 1. Press SETUP to reach the GAUGE COLOR, AMBIENT COLOR, orHALO COLOR menu. 2. Press RESET to scroll through the following color options: • Ice Blue • White • Green • Purple • Blue • Orange • Red • My color 1, 2, 3 (See ...

Warnings that return after the ignition key is turned from off toon: CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM — Displayed when the braking system is not operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on,contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. LOW TIRE PRESSURE — Displayed when one or more ti...

AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take theirfocus off the road. The driver’s primary respo...

Setting the clock To set the time, press CLOCK. Thedisplay will read SET TIME. Use thememory preset numbers (0–9) toenter in the desired time–hours and minutes. The clock will then beginfrom that time. AM/FM Radio / VOL (Power/Volume): Press to turn the radio on/off. Turn theknob to increase/decreas...

LOAD:For a single CD system– This control is not operational. To load aCD, simply insert the disc, label side up, into the CD slot. For a CD6 system– Press LOAD. When the display reads SELECT SLOT, choose the desired slot number using memory presets 1–6. Whenthe display reads LOAD CD #, load the des...

CAT (Category) / FOLD(Folder): Press to toggle between turning the most recently selectedsatellite radio category on or off. The category icon (CAT) will illuminatein the display when a specific category is selected (the icon will notilluminate during CATEGORY ALL). If no category has ever beenselec...

OK. The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OKagain and the display will read SONG DELETED. If you do not wantto delete the currently listed song, press SEEK to select either RETURN or CANCEL. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS. c. DELETE ...

PIN number to its initial password setting (1234). PIN RESET TODEFAULT PIN will be displayed. e. RETURN: Press OK when RETURN is displayed and the system will exit back to the satellite radio menu. Sound Adjustments Press SOUND repeatedly to cyclethrough the following features: BASS: Press SEEK to a...

Your vehicle is equipped with anAuxiliary Input Jack (AIJ) located inthe center console. The AuxiliaryInput Jack provides a way toconnect your portable music playerto the in-vehicle audio system. Thisallows the audio from a portablemusic player to be played throughthe vehicle speakers with highfidel...

Your vehicle may be equipped with aUSB port inside your center console.This feature allows you to plug inmedia playing devices, memorysticks, and also to charge devices ifthey support this feature. Forfurther information on this feature,refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC 威 supple...

CDs with homemade paper(adhesive) labels should not beinserted into the CD player asthe label may peel and cause theCD to become jammed. It isrecommended that homemadeCDs be identified withpermanent felt tip marker ratherthan adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Pleasecontact your authori...

Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3discs, it is important to understandhow the system will read thestructures you create. While variousfiles may be present, (files withextensions other than mp3), onlyfiles with the .mp3 extension will beplayed. Other files will be ignoredby the syst...

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms caninterfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeatingtower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result ...

Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Category information not available. Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from the SIRIUS satellite or SIRIUS tower to the vehicle antenna. You are in a location that i...

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 1. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear th...

5. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed tocool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesiredodors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engagesautomatically w...

During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary forextended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C inthe MAX A/C mode, adjust the blower fan speed to the lowest settingand put the vehicle’s transmission into the P (Park) position (automatictransmission only) to con...

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL(NAVIGATION BASED – IF EQUIPPED) Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 1. CLIMATE: Press to control the climate control system through the touch display screen. See Touchscre...

TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Temperature: Press the up and down arrows on the left side of the screen to increase/decrease the airflow temperature for the driver side ofthe vehicle. ...

Operating tips • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather,select (defrost). • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with thesystem off or with (recirculated air) engaged. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with theairflow to the...

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER R Ensure that the ignition is on. Press the control to clear the rear windowof thin ice and fog. The LED will illuminate. The rear window defroster turns off automatically after 15 minutes, orwhen the ignition is turned off. To manually turn off the defroster before15 minutes h...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the low beam headlamps on. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled b...

4. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position. The headlampswill turn on. 5. Wait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want (up tothree minutes), then turn the headlamp control to off. The headlampswill turn off. Fog lamp control (if equipped) The fog lamps can be turned onwhen ...

Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmerswitch from the full dim position to the full dome/on position to reset.This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lightingconditions. AIMING TH...

6. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp: • Halogen headlamp (1) • HID headlamp (2) 7. Then use a 7 mm Allen wrench or a Phillips screwdriver to adjust theheadlamp up or down. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THISVEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE. 8. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. TURN...

INTERIOR LAMPS Map lamps Press the controls on either side ofthe lamp to turn the light on. BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure.Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist airenters the lamp assembly ...

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open thehood. Halogen headlamp HID headlamp 2. Remove the hex head screws attaching the underbody forwardaeroshield and remove to gain access to the front parking lamp/ turnsignal assembly. 3....

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Speed dependent wipers: When the wiper control is set on the intermittent settings, the speed of the wipers will automatically ...

2. To calibrate, press and hold the 7and 9 radio preset buttons togetherfor approximately 10 seconds untilCAL appears. Release the buttons. 3. Slowly drive the vehicle in acircle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h])until the CAL display changes to thedirection value (N, S, E, W, etc.). Itmay take up to five c...

POWER WINDOWS WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows. They may seriously injure themselves. WARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in t...

Restoring the Express up functionality (Front windows only) Under low battery power conditions, Express Up only functionality maybe lost. To reset this function after restoring full battery power, pull theswitch to the Express Up position, hold the switch until the glassreaches the stall position an...

Rear power windows (convertible only) The rear quarter windows are operated by a single window switchlocated at the driver door window controls. Press and pull the windowswitch to open and close the windows. • Push down and hold the switch to open. • Pull up and hold the switch to close. Rear power ...

Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with an interior rear view mirror that hasan auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will changefrom the normal (high reflective) state to the non-glare (darkened) statewhen bright lights (glare) re...

WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steeringwheel. Base controls Optional controls 1. Press the ON control and release it. 2. Accelerate to the des...

• If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, youmay want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed. • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph (16 km/h) belowyour set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed c...

operate the Tap-Up function. Press and release this control to increasethe vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When thevehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET (+) control. Reducing speed while using speed contr...

• Press OK to confirm selections various audio and SYNC selections. For further information on the SYNC system, refer to the SYNC supplement. • Press to change radio stations/CD tracks. CONVERTIBLE (IF EQUIPPED) Do not store articles behind rear seat. Articles stored in the convertibletop stowage co...

4. Push the convertible top switchon the overhead console and holduntil the windows are completelydown and the top is completelystored. Installation of the boot (if equipped) Be sure the boot is secure on the vehicle before driving. 1. Install the boot on the vehicle by hooking the boot retaining cl...

4. Tuck the boot corners behind the shoulder belts. 5. Secure the boot straps on the rear seat hooks behind the rear seat. Note: Improper installation can result in loss and/or damage ofthe boot while driving. WARNING: Always secure the retaining clips and boot straps on the vehicle or the boot may ...

3. Fold the right side inward and secure the boot with the strap.Stow the boot in the trunk. Raising the convertible top The convertible top will not operate unless the vehicle is traveling under 3 mph (5 km/h).To raise the convertible top:1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Key must be in the ...

The latch handles must be pulled downwards fully to allow thelatch to fully rotate into the closed position. 5. Secure the driver’s side latch firstthen secure the Passenger side. Pulldown firmly on the latch handlesbefore rotating them into thewindshield header until they reachthe full forward posi...

KEYS Your vehicle is equipped with twoIntegrated Keyhead Transmitters(IKTs). The IKT functions as both aprogrammed ignition key thatoperates all the locks and starts thevehicle, and a remote keyless entrytransmitter. Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed keywill not permit...

Recommended handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter(IKT) To avoid inadvertently activating the remote entry functions of yourvehicle, it is recommended that the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter(IKT) be handled properly when starting and turning off your vehicle. When inserting the IKT into thei...

8. Turn the ignition to the off position. The horn will chirp once toconfirm the procedure is complete. Autounlock (if equipped) The autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when: • the ignition is in the on position, all the doors are closed, and thevehicle has been in motion at a speed greater...

6. To enable/disable the autounlock feature, press the lock control, thenpress the unlock control. The horn will chirp once if autounlock wasdeactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if autounlock wasactivated.7. Turn the ignition to the off position. The horn will chirp once toconfirm the...

WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or animals unattended in the vehicle. On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly. Exposure of people oranimals to these high temperatures for even a short time can causedeath or serious heat-related injuries,...

The remote entry system allows you to open the trunk while the ignitionis in any position. However, if the ignition is in the on position and thevehicle is in motion, the trunk will not open if the vehicle is moving3 mph (5 km/h) or faster. In the event of battery failure, youcan open the trunk on t...

5. Snap the battery cover back onto the key. Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the IKT to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The IKT should operate normally afterbattery replacement. Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs) If you would like to have your Integrated Key...

The lights will turn off if all the doors remain closed and • 25 seconds elapse, or • the key is inserted in the ignition. Battery saver The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 10 minutes after theignition has been turned to the off position and a door is left open, andin 30 minutes if th...

Anti-theft indicator The anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster. • When the ignition is in the offposition, the indicator will flashonce every two seconds toindicate the SecuriLock™ systemis functioning as a theftdeterrent. • When the ignition is in the on position, the indicator ...

keyless entry transmitter. A maximum of eight coded keys can beprogrammed to your vehicle; only four of these eight keys can be IKTswith remote entry functionality. If your IKTs or standard SecuriLock™ coded keys are lost or stolen andyou don’t have an extra coded key, you will need to have your veh...

There is a 20 second countdown when any of the above actions occurbefore the vehicle becomes armed. Each door, the hood or the trunk is armed individually, and if any areopen, they must be closed for the system to enter the 20 secondcountdown. The turn signal lamps will flash once when all doors, th...

WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly. Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright an...

To operate the heated seats: • Push control to activate. • Push again to deactivate. Rear seat entry/exit Use the seatback release to fold theback of the front seat forward forrear seat access. This release handleis located on the upper back of thefront seat. The seatback locksautomatically when ret...

Front passenger sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and thisforce can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very closeto the airbag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, like infantsin rear-facing child seats, this occurs because the...

Front safety belt pretensioners The safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions aredesigned to tighten the safety belts firmly against the occupant’s bodyduring frontal collisions, and in side collisions. This helps increase theeffectiveness of the safety belts. In frontal coll...

WARNING: Front and rear seat occupants, including pregnant women, should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident. Combination lap and shoulder belts The presenter arm (available on the coupe only) is intended to improveaccess to the safety belt and to allow access to the rear seat. R...

WARNING: Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. The front and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lapand shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seat safety belts havetwo types of locking modes described below: Vehic...

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clickingsound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic lockingmode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode WARNING: Ford Motor Comp...

Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver andfront outboard passenger seating positions. The safety belt pretensioner tightens the safety belts firmly against theoccupant’s body at the start of the crash. WARNING: The driver and front passenger sa...

Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the onposition... The safety belt warning lightilluminates 1-2 minutes and thewarning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The driver’s safety belt isbuckled while the indicatorlight is illuminat...

Reasons given... Consider... “I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbags arenot designed to inflate in rear and sidecrashes or rollovers. “I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE. Safety b...

Children and airbags Children must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rearseating positions than in the frontseating position. Failure to followthese instructions may increase therisk of injury in a collision. WARNING: Airb...

In case there is a problem with thefront passenger sensing system, theairbag readiness lamp in theinstrument cluster will stay lit. If the airbag readiness lamp is lit, do the following: The driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects thatmay be lodged underneath the front passenger ...

WARNING: Do not use accessory seat covers. The use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident. WARNING: Do not lean your head on the door. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. WARNING...

The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of thefront seats. In certain lateral collisions, the airbag on the side affected bythe collision will be inflated. The front passenger sensing system willturn off the passenger seat side airbag if the seat is empty. The airbagwas des...

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: • The readiness light will eitherflash or stay lit. • The readiness light will notilluminate immediately afterignition is turned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatperiodically until the p...

WARNING: All children are shaped differently. The Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safetyorganizations or are the minimum requirements of law. Fordrecommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety...

WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle. Transporting children Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that isappropriate for their age, height and weight. All children are shapeddifferently. The child height, age and weight threshold...

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Infant and/or toddler seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. When installing a child safety seat: • Review and follow the informationpresented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system(SRS) section in this chapter. • Carefully fol...

Your vehicle has LATCH lower anchors for child seat installation at theseating positions marked with the child seat symbol. The LATCH anchors are located atthe rear section of the rear seatbetween the cushion and seat back,below the locator symbols on theseat back. Follow the child seatmanufacturer’...

If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, and haveattached the top tether strap to the proper top tether anchor, do nottighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seatcushion when the child is seated in it. Keep the tether strap just snugwithout lifting the...

The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view): Attach the tether strap only to theappropriate tether anchor as shown.The tether strap may not workproperly if attached somewhereother than the correct tetheranchor. Once the child safety seat has beeninsta...

Child booster seats The belt-positioning booster (booster seat) is used to improve the fit ofthe vehicle safety belt. Children outgrow a typical child seat (e.g.,convertible or toddler seat) when they weigh about 40 lb (18 kg) and arearound four (4) years of age. Consult your child safety seat owner...

The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child’shead hitting a hard surface in a collision. For this reason, you shouldnever use a booster seat with a lap belt only. It is generally best to use abooster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back ...

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Tire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween tread shoulder andmaximum section width. Forexample: • Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality G...

WARNING: Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or ⬙ blowout ⬙ , with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury. Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rollingresistance, resulting in heat build...

Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressurewhen you get to the pump. It is normal for tires to heat up and the airpressure inside to go up as you drive. 2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire, ...

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them if one or more of the following conditions exist: Tire wear When the tread is worn down to1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires mustbe replaced to help pre...

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. Thisinformation identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics ofthe tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identific...

WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautionslisted below. If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressureindicated, re-lubricate and try again.When inflating the ...

WARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to fiveseconds. WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a p...

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive(4WD)/All Wheel Drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tir...

Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (Note thatthe tire size, load index and speedrating for your vehicle may bedifferent from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tir...

12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades • Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on aspecified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well ...

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires “LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below. Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire a...

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different fromthis example. Tire Quality Grades donot apply ...

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING: The Tire Pressure Monitoring System is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The ...

To restore the full functionality of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System,have the damaged road wheel/tire repaired and remounted on yourvehicle. For additional information, refer to Changing tires with TPMS in this section. When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of ...

Low TirePressureWarningLight Possiblecause Customer Action Required FlashingWarningLight Spare tirein use Your temporary spare tire is in use. Repairthe damaged road wheel and re-mount it onthe vehicle to restore system functionality.For a description of how the system func-tions under these conditi...

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS WARNING: Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control. Driving at very high speeds for extended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle components. WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those origina...

Summer tires Your Ford vehicle may be equipped with summer tires to providesuperior performance on wet and dry roads. Summer tires do not havethe Mud and Snow (M+S or M/S) tire traction rating on the tire sidewall. Since summer tires do not have the same traction performance asAll-season or Snow tir...

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door(vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a TireLabel). Look for “THE COMBINED WEI...

Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loadweight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb wei...

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Labellocated on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The totalload on each axle must never exceed its GAWR....

WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structuraldamage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personalinjury. GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the...

WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury. Steps for determining the correct load limit: 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargoshould never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s pla...

to transport the cement to your home? If you and your friend eachweigh 220 lb. (99 kg), the calculation would be: 1,400 - (2 x 220) -(12 x 100) = 1,400 - 440 - 1,200 = - 240 lb. No, you do not haveenough cargo capacity to carry that much weight. In metric units, thecalculation would be: 635 kg - (2 ...

Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. Use a loadcarrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that10–15% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue. Safety chains Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainersof the vehic...

Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • Shift out of D (Overdrive) into D (Overdrive cancelled) or a ...

RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational (RV) towing.An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behinda motorhome. These guidelines are designed to ensure that yourtransmission is not damaged. All vehicles: Do not tow your vehicle with any w...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off — locks the automatictransmission gearshift lever andallows key removal. Note: The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition unlessthe gearshift lever is securelylatched in P (Park). 2. Accessory — allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio to...

Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start). If thereis difficulty in turning the key,rotate the steering wheel until thekey turns freely. 2. Turn the key to 4 (start), thenrelease the key as soon as theengine starts. Note: If the engine does not start within fi...

ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrumentcluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned on. Ifthe light does not illuminate duringstart up, remains on or flashes, theABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced. Even when the ABS is disabled,normal braking is still effective. If...

When an event occurs that activates AdvanceTrac 威 you may experience the following: • A slight deceleration of the vehicle • The “sliding car” indicator light will flash. • A vibration in the pedal when your foot is on the brake pedal • If the driving condition is severe and your foot is not on the ...

AdvanceTrac 威 Features Controlswitchfunctions Mode “Sliding car off” icon Message Center Dis- play (if equipped) ESC Trac- tion Con- trol Controlswitchpressed andheld formore thanfive seconds,vehiclespeed =0 mph,brakes ap-plied Advance- Trac 威 Dis- abled On ADVANCE TRAC OFF Dis- abled Dis- abled Con...

• Some noise is normal during operation. If the noise is excessive, checkfor a low power steering fluid level before seeking service by yourauthorized dealer. • Heavy or uneven steering efforts may be caused by a low powersteering fluid level. Check for a low power steering fluid level beforeseeking...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Understanding the gearshift positions of the 5–speed automatictransmission This vehicle is equipped with an Adaptive Transmission Control Strategy.This Adaptive Transmission Control Strategy offers the optimaltransmission operation and shift quality. Wh...

3 (Third) This position allows for third gear only. • Provides engine braking. • To return to D (Drive) without Overdrive, move the transmission shiftlever into the D (Drive) position. • Selecting 3 (Third) at higher speeds will cause the transmission todownshift to third gear at the appropriate veh...

MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that preventscranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. To start the vehicle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set. 2. Press the clutch pedal to thefloor, th...

Recommended shift speeds Do not downshift into 1 (First) when your vehicle is movingfaster than 15 mph (24 km/h). This will damage the clutch. Upshift according to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: 1 - 2 11 mph (18 km/h) 2 - 3 19 mph (31 ...

REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The rearview camera system,located on the trunk, provides avideo image which appears in therearview mirror or on the navigationscreen (if equipped), of the areabehind the vehicle. It addsassistance to the driver whilereversing or reverse parking thevehicle.To use...

DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth isnot known. Never drive throughwater that is higher than the bottomof the wheel rims (for cars) or thebottom of the hubs (for trucks). When driving through water, traction or ...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. Thisprogram is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The serviceis available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the...

• towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits In Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you maypurchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty’s RoadsideAssistance expiring. For more information and enrollment, contact1...

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH FUEL RESET This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial jolt. After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switchmay have been activated. The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated in the dr...

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet Violet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A Tan Tan — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow ...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 38 20A Not used (Spare) 39 20A Radio/Navigation 40 20A Not used (Spare) 41 15A Accessory delay (windows, automaticdimming rear view mirror [includingmicrophone and compass] and doorswitch III) 42 10A Not used (Spare) 43 10A Heated seat relay coi...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 46 5A** PCM Vehicle Power 3 – generalpowertrain components 47 15A** PCM Vehicle Power 1 48 15A** PCM Vehicle Power 5 – transmission 49 15A** PCM Vehicle Power 2 – emissionsrelated powertrain components 50 Full ISO relay Cooling fan relay (high) ...

tire with a road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing ofthe flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor fordamage. WARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your Tire Pressure Monitoring System and should only be used if it is supplied with your vehicle as par...

• Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar sparetire • Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheellocation can lead to im...

Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. Park on a level surface, set theparking brake and activate thehazard flashers. 2. Place the gearshift lever in P(Park) (automatic transmission) orR (Reverse) (manual transmission)and turn the engine off. Tire change procedure WARNING: When one of the front wheels...

General information WARNING: Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death. Do not attempt to repair punctures larger than 1 ⁄ 4 inch (6.4 mm) or damage to the tire’s sidewall. The tire may not completely seal. Note: Do not use the t...

• Never leave the temporary mobility kit unattended when it isoperating. • Sealant compound contains latex. Make sure that you use thenon-latex gloves provided to avoid an allergic reaction. • Keep the temporary mobility kit away from children. • Only use the temporary mobility kit when the ambient ...

Do not remove any foreign object that has pierced the tire. If a punctureis located in the tire sidewall, stop and call roadside assistance. 1. Remove the valve cap from the tire valve. 2. Unwrap the clear tube from the compressor housing. 3. Remove the tube cap and fasten the metal connector of the...

8. Inflate the tire to the pressurelisted on the tire label located onthe driver’s door or the door jamarea. Note: When the sealing compound is first added into the tire, theair pressure gauge reading on the compressor unit may indicate ahigher value; this is normal and should be no reason for conce...

Second stage: Checking tire pressure Check the air pressure of your tires as follows: 1. Remove the valve cap from the tire valve. 2. Unhook the black hose from the side of the compressor and fastenfirmly on the valve stem by turning clockwise. WARNING: If you are proceeding from the First stage: Re...

Note: After the sealing compound has been used, the maximum vehicle speed is 50 mph (80 km/h) and the maximum driving distance is120 miles (200 km). The sealed tire should be inspected immediately. Note: After sealant use, the TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized...

2. Once aligned, seat the sealantcanister by lightly pushing downuntil you hear an audible click. 3. Wrap the clear tube around thecompressor housing. Note: If you experience any difficulties with the removal or installation of the sealant canister, consult your Ford Motor Company authorizeddealer f...

Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque* lb.ft. N • m 1 ⁄ 2 x 20 100 135 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt andrust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounti...

Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)termi...

Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the j...

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of thedisabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cablesremoved, allow it to idle for several minutes so the...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift anddollies or flatbed equipment. Do not tow w...

Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without accessto wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) yourvehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flattowed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: •...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized dealer handlingyour vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend youreturn to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure yourcon...

In Canada: Mailing Address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www.ford.ca Mailing Address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oak...

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and theauthorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concernhave been unsatisfactory, Ford of C...

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living inCentral America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearestauthorized dealer. If the authorized dealer cannot help you, contact: FORD MOTOR COMPANYFORD EXPORT OPERATIONS1555 Fairlane DriveFairlane Business Park #3Allen ...

Obtaining a French owner’s guide French Owner’s Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer orby writing to:Ford Motor Company of Canada, LimitedService Publications CHQ202The Canadian RoadP.O. Box 2000Oakville, ON, CanadaL6J 5E4 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your v...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is availablefrom your authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can dis...

• After polishing chrome bumpers, apply a coating of MotorcraftPremium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), available from your authorized dealer,or an equivalent quality product to help protect from environmentaleffects. WAXING • Wash the vehicle first. • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft Pr...

ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. Thehigh-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and causedamage. • Do not spray a hot engine with ...

4.6L 3V SOHC V8 ENGINE PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and TarRemover...

• The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol orMotorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32-A),available from your authorized dealer. This washer fluid containsspecial solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hotwax deposited on the wiper blade and w...

• Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage thefinish of the instrument panel, interior trim and cluster lens. WARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system. If a staining l...

WARNING: Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’s safety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing. WARNING: On vehicles equipped with seat-mounted airbags, do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents. Such products could contaminate the side-airbag system and aff...

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. Thesequality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to complement...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer canprovide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide/Customer Infor...

Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch pedal, place the gearshift inN (Neutral), and release the clutch pedal. 2. Block the wheels. WARNING: To reduc...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1. Battery 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9. Power distribution box...

Engine shield Some vehicles may be equippedwith an aero-shield under theengine. This shield needs to beremoved for service, including oiland filter changes. It is secured withfour screws. WINDSHIELD WASHERFLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the ...

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper blade and armaway from the glass. 2. Squeeze the locking tabs torelease the blade from the arm andpull the blade away from the arm toremove it. 3. Attach the new blade to the arm and snap it into place. Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optim...

5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. • 4.0L V6 engine • 4.6L 3V V8 engine 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is between the lower and upper holes, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. 2010 05+ Mustang (197)...

• If the oil level is below the lower hole, add enough oil to raise thelevel within the lower and upper holes. • 4.0L V6 engine • 4.6L 3V SOHC V8 engine • Oil levels above the upper hole may cause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer. 7. Put the dipstick bac...

Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certifiedengine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler capand use a funnel to pour the engine oil...

Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other enginetreatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage thatis not covered by Ford warranty. Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed inthe scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and...

Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed inthe scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are designed foradded engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is usedthat does not meet Ford material and design sp...

WARNING: When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle orbattery. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands onopposite corners. WARNING: Keep batteri...

transmission may shift firmly. This operation is considered normal andwill not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time theadaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation to itsoptimum shift feel. If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been i...

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the“COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir(depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interv...

WARNING: Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant or equivalentmeeting Ford specification WSS-M97B51-A1. Refer to Maintenance pr...

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can comeout forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly. Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cool...

Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recyclingand disposing of automotive fluids. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, referto Maintenance product specifications...

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problemincreases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to anauthorized dealer as soon as ...

Refueling WARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; • Turn off your engine when you are refueling; • Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle; ...

Note: A fuel spillage concern may occur if overfilling the fuel tank. Do not overfill the tank to the point that the fuel is able to bypass the fuelfiller nozzle. The overfilled fuel may run down the drain located belowand in front of the fuel filler door. If the Check Fuel Fill Inlet message comes ...

Note: Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause powertrain damage, a loss of vehicle performance, and repairs may notbe covered under warranty. Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use“Regular” unleaded gasoline with apump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.In high altitude areas...

Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines toimprove air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverseeffect on powertrain components. If you have ru...

1. Locate the white plastic funnel. Itis included with the tire changingtools. (For vehicles equipped withthe temporary mobility kit, thefunnel is located in the spare tirewell in the trunk). 2. Slowly insert the funnel into the Easy Fuel™ system. 3. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portable fuel...

vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not beable to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of thefuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank. For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior t...

The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control systemduring normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If thevehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consistingof mixed city and highway driving may be performed: 15 minutes of steady driving on an ex...

BRAKE/CLUTCH FLUID Brake and clutch systems are supplied from the same reservoir. The fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels between the “MIN” and“MAX” lines are within the normaloperating range; there is no need toadd fluid. ...

Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. 3. Note: There are two different manual transmissions used in thisvehicle and they have different fluid levels. For vehicles equipped with aV6 engine the corre...

• Fill level for V6 • Fill level for V8 4. Add enough fluid through the filler opening to bring the fluid up tothe recommended levels. 5. Install and tighten the fill plug securely. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section ...

Changing the air filter element V6 V8 1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover. 2. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 3. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt ordebris and to ensure good sealing. 4. Install a new air filter eleme...

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR) / RestraintDevices and their location 3. Make, vehicle line, series, bodytype 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant ...

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These qualityaccessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotiveneeds; they are custom designed to complement th...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discoveredthe powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service planbacked by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. Up to ...

A Accessory delay ..........................79 AdvanceTrac ..............................201 AdvanceTrac Sport Mode .........201 Air cleaner filter ...............298–300 Air conditioning ....................51, 54 manual heating and airconditioning system .................51 Airbag supplemental res...