Ford 2001 Mustang- User Manual

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Base instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster Turn signal Illuminates when theleft or right turn signalor the hazard lights areturned on. If one orboth of the indicators stay on continuously or flashfaster, check for a burned-out turn signal bulb. Referto Bulbs in the...

Safety belt Momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition isturned to the ONposition to remind youto fasten your safety belts. For more information,refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Charging system Illuminates when theignition is turned tothe ON position andthe engine is off. The light ...

The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON positionto check the bulb. If it comes on after the engine isstarted, one of the engine’s emission control systemsmay be malfunctioning. The light may illuminatewithout a driveability concern being noted....

Under engine misfire conditions, excessiveexhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floorcoverings or other vehicle components, possiblycausing a fire. Check fuel cap (if equipped) Momentarilyilluminates when theignition is turned tothe ON position toensure...

O/D off (if equipped) Illuminates when theTransmission ControlSwitch (TCS), refer to Overdrive control in the Controls and Features chapter, has been pushed turning the transmission overdrive functionOFF. When the light is on, the transmission does notoperate in the overdrive mode, refer to the Driv...

Brake system warning Momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition isturned to the ONposition to ensure thecircuit is functional. Also illuminates if the parkingbrake is engaged. If brake warning lamp does notilluminate at these times, seek service immediately.Illumination after releasing the parking bra...

Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates thetemperature of theengine coolant. Atnormal operatingtemperature, the needle remains within the normalarea (the area between the “H” and “C”). If it entersthe red section, the engine is overheating. Stop thevehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off t...

Trip odometer Registers thekilometers (miles) ofindividual journeys.Press and release thereset button until a “T”appears in the display(this represents thetrip mode). Press andhold the button forthree seconds to reset. Battery voltage gauge This shows the batteryvoltage when theignition is in the ON...

HEADLAMP CONTROL • Pull the headlampcontrol toward youto the first positionto turn on theparking lamps, taillamps, license platelamps and markerlamps. • Pull the headlamp control toward you to the outerposition to turn on the headlamps (in addition tothe previous lamps). Daytime running lamps (DRL) ...

Foglamp control (if equipped) The foglamps can beturned on when theheadlamp control is ineither of the followingpositions: • Parking lamps • Low beams Press the foglamp control to activate the foglamps.The foglamp indicator light will illuminate. When thehighbeams are activated, the foglamps will no...

• A small LED will illuminate when the reardefroster is activated. The ignition must be in the ON position to operatethe rear window defroster. The defroster turns off automatically after 10minutes or when the ignition is turned to the OFFposition. To manually turn off the defroster before10 minutes...

The air conditioning compressor can operate in allmodes except and . However, the air conditioning will only function if the outsidetemperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher. Since the air conditioner removes considerablemoisture from the air during operation, it is normalif clear water drips on the...

cold positions, the air distributed through thefloor ducts will be slightly warmer than the airsent to the windshield defroster ducts. If thetemperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the airconditioner will automatically dehumidify the airto reduce fogging. • -Distributes outside air through the wi...

USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD Volume/power control Press the control toturn the audio systemon or off. Audio power can alsobe turned on bypressing the AM/FMselect control or thetape/CD select control.Audio power is turned off by using thevolume/power control. Turn c...

AM/FM select The AM/FM selectcontrol works in radio,tape and CD modes. AM/FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FMfrequency bands. Press the control to switchbetween AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations. AM/FM select in tape mode Press this control to stop tape play and be...

Tune adjust for CD changer (if equipped) • Press to select the previous disc inthe CD changer.(Play will begin onthe first track of thedisc unless the CDchanger is in shufflemode. Refer to Shuffle feature for more information. Hold the control to continue reversing through theremaining discs. • Pres...

Seek function for CD or CD changer(if equipped) • Press to seek to the previous track ofthe current disc. If aselection has beenplaying for threeseconds or more andyou press , the CD changer willreplay that selection from the beginning. • Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc. ...

Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memorypreset controls. These controls can be used to selectup to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations(six in FM1 and six in FM2). Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM selectcontrol. 2. S...

2. Press the AUTOcontrol. 3. When the first sixstrong stations arefilled, the stationstored in memorypreset control 1 will start playing. If there are less than six strong stations available onthe frequency band, the remaining memory presetcontrols will all store the last strong stationavailable. Th...

• To begin CD play (ifCD(s) are loaded),press the CDcontrol. The first track of the disc will beginplaying. If returning from radio or tape mode, CDplay will begin where it stopped last. With the dual media audio system, press the CDcontrol to toggle between single CD and CD changerplay (if equipped...

Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature.Random order play will continue until the SHUFFLEcontrol is pressed again. Setting the clock To set the hour, pressand hold the CLKcontrol and pressSEEK: • to decrease hours and • to increase hours. To set the minute,press and hold the CLKcontrol and p...

The CLK button willallow you to switchbetween media displaymode (radio station,stereo information,etc.) and clock displaymode (time). When inclock mode, the media information will display for 10seconds, when the radio is turned on, and thenrevert to clock information. Anytime that the mediais change...

Volume/power control Press the control toturn the audio systemon or off. Turn the control toraise or lower volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and theignition is turned off, the volume will come back onat a “nominal” listening level when the ignitionswitch is turned back on. AM/FM sel...

Speaker balance adjust Speaker sounddistribution can beadjusted between theright and left speakers. Press the BAL control. Use the SEL control to adjustthe sound between the speakers. Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can beadjusted between thefront and rear speakers. Press the FADEcontrol. Use the ...

When in CD mode, you can access: SELECT HOURS,SELECT MINUTES or COMP ON/OFF. SELECT HOURS, SELECT MINUTES— Allows youto adjust the hours and minutes. Refer to Setting the clock. TRAFFIC ON/OFF— Traffic announcements can beprogrammed as local or distant. Refer to Traffic announcements. RDS ON/OFF— Th...

When in this mode, traffic announcements willinterrupt radio and CD play. • Press the MENU control until TRAFFIC isdisplayed. • Press the SEL control to engage the feature. Thedisplay will read TRAFFIC ON. This feature also allows you to control the volume oftraffic announcements. With the display r...

Show This feature allows youto select the type ofRDS broadcastinformation the radiowill regularly show inthe display. With RDS activated,press the MENUcontrol until SHOW isdisplayed. Use the SEL control to select TYPE (displays theRDS program type: rock, jazz, etc), NAME (displaysthe name of the rad...

Troubleshooting the CD player (if equipped) The laser beam used in the compact discplayer is harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the case. If sound skips: • You may be traveling on a rough road, playingbadly scratched discs or the disc may be dirty.Skipping will not scratch the discs ...

Do not insert any promotional (odd shaped orsized) discs, or discs with removable labels intothe CD player as jamming may occur. Cleaning cassette player (if equipped) Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaningcartridge after 10 to 12 hours of play in order tomaintain the best sound and ope...

• Terrain. Hills, mountains and tall buildings between your vehicle’s antenna and the radiostation signal can cause FM reception problems.Static can be caused on AM stations by powerlines, electric fences, traffic lights andthunderstorms. Moving away from an interferingstructure (out of its “shadow”...

POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1. ACCESSORY, allowsthe electricalaccessories such as theradio to operate whilethe engine is notrunning. For manualtransmission, you mustdepress the ignitionrelease lever. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, automatictransmission gearshift lever and allows key removal.For ma...

SPEED CONTROL To turn speed control on • Press ON. Vehicle speed cannotbe controlled until thevehicle is traveling ator above 48 km/h(30 mph). Do not use the speed control in heavy trafficor on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved. Do not shift the gearshift lever into N(Neutral) with the sp...

If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehiclespeed may vary momentarily slower or faster thanthe set speed. This is normal. Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if itincreases above the set speed on a downhill. If yourvehicle speed is faster than the set speed whiledriving on a downhil...

• Press the bottomportion of the rockerswitch to open. Express down To make the driverwindow open fullywithout holding thewindow control, pressthe top portion of thedriver window controlcompletely down andrelease quickly.Depress again to stopwindow operation. Window lock (if equipped) The window loc...

POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS(IF EQUIPPED) To adjust your mirrors: 1. Move the mirror selector control all the way tothe left to adjust the left mirror or all the way to theright to adjust the right mirror. 2. Move the control inthe direction you wishto tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to...

The transmission will operate in all gears exceptoverdrive. To return to normal overdrive mode, pressthe Transmission Control Switch again. The O/DOFF indicator light will no longer be illuminated. When you shut off and re-start your vehicle, thetransmission will automatically return to normal(Overd...

AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed for accessoryplugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug.Improper use of the power outlet can causedamage not covered by your warranty. The power point is an additional power source forelectrical accessories. A pow...

CONVERTIBLE (IF EQUIPPED) Do not store articles behind rear seat. Articlesstored in the convertible top stowage compartmentmay break the rear glass window when the top islowered. Lowering the convertible top The convertible top can be lowered with the sidewindows either up or down. The convertible t...

6. Push the convertibletop switch on theconsole in front of thearmrest and hold untilthe top is completelystored. 7. Disengage theparking brake. Installation of the boot 8. Push boot rearwardand engage boot underthe body molding atthe rear and sides. 9. Fasten snap on bootto quarter trim panelon bot...

11. To remove unfastenthe snaps and the boottongue. 12. Pull forward andlift off. Raising the convertible top The convertible top will not operate unless theparking brake is engaged. Do not raise the top whilethe vehicle is moving because the top may beseverely damaged. To raise the convertible top:...

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rulesand with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation issubject to the following two conditions: (1) Thisdevice may not cause harmful interference, and (2)This device must accept any interference received,including interference that may c...

Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entrysystem is used to unlock the door(s) or sound thepersonal alarm. The system automatically turns off after 25 secondsor when the ignition is turned to the START/RUN orACC position. The dome lamp control (if equipped)must not be set ...

Automatic arming The vehicle is armedimmediately afterswitching the ignitionto the 3 (OFF)position. The THEFT light in the instrumentcluster will flash everytwo seconds when thevehicle is armed. Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 4 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. T...

touching the coded key ignition key while starting the engine. These objects and devices cannot damagethe coded key ignition key, but can cause a NO—START condition if they are too close to the keyduring engine start. If a problem occurs, turn ignitionOFF and restart the engine with all other object...

SEATING Adjustable head restraints (if equipped) Your vehicle’s seats may be equipped with headrestraints which are vertically adjustable. Thepurpose of these head restraints is to help limit headmotion in the event of a rear collision. To properlyadjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint...

Lift handle to moveseat forward orbackward. Pull lever up to adjustseatback. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatbackwhen the vehicle is moving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacksto avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always dr...

The control is located on the front outboard cornerof the driver’s seat. Press front to raise orlower the front portionof the seat cushion. Press rear to raise orlower the rear portionof the seat cushion. Press the control tomove the seat forward,backward, up or down. Using the power lumbar support ...

The rotating boot on the front seat belt is designedto allow rear seat entry/exit. To enter the rear seat: 1. Remove seat beltfrom seat belt holderon top of front seat. 2. Rotate the safetybelt boot rearward. 3. Enter the rear seat in front of the safety belt. 4. Rotate the safety belt boot forward ...

Always transport children 12 years old andunder in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. Energy Management Feature • This vehicle has a safety belt system with anenergy management feature at the frontpassenger seating position to help further reducethe risk of injury in...

suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehiclereceives an impact of approximately 8 km/h (5 mph)or more, the combination safety belts will lock tohelp reduce forward movement of the driver andpassengers. The safety belt system can also be made to lockmanually by quickly pulling on the shoulder b...

• Grasp the shoulderportion and pulldownward until theentire belt isextracted. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, youwill hear a clicking sound. This indicates thesafety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford recommends that all sa...

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUSTBE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any otherseat belt function is not operating properly whenchecked according to the procedures in WorkshopManual. Failure to replace the Belt and Retractorassembly could increase the risk of...

Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to makesure they work properly and are not damaged.Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are nonicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All safetybelt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, frontseat belt buckle assemb...

Modifications to the front end of the vehicle,including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks may effect theperformance of the air bag sensors increasing therisk of injury. Do not modify the front end of thevehicle. Children and air bags For additionalimportant safetyinformation, rea...

considerable force, there is the risk of death orserious injuries such as fractures, facial and eyeinjuries or internal injuries, particularly to occupantswho are not properly restrained or are otherwise outof position at the time of air bag deployment. Thus,it is extremely important that occupants ...

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one ormore of the following: • The readiness lightwill either flash orstay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediatelyafter ignition is turned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tonepattern will repeat periodically until the pr...

Never let a passenger hold a child on his orher lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in acollision. Always follow the instructions and warnings thatcome with any infant or child restraint you mightuse. When possible, always place children under age 12in...

Installing child safety seats in combination lapand shoulder belt seating positions If you must use aforward facing childseat in the front seat(reminder - children 12years old and undershould always beproperly restrained inthe rear seat) the shoulder belt mustbe routed throughthe belt holder atthe t...

The tether anchors in your vehicle are either locatedunder a cover marked with the child tether anchorsymbol (shown with title) or are under a flap in theconvertible top boot. The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in thefollowing positions (shown from top view): Attach thetether strap only to...

5. Clip the tether strapto the anchor asshown. For Convertible only: The tether anchors onthe convertible arelocated on the lowerbackside of theseatback. 4. Access tetheranchors located behindthe seatback and pullaway vinyl cover toexpose anchors. 5. Clip the tether strapto the anchor asshown. Seati...

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the powertraincontrol system. This system meets all CanadianInterference-Causing Equipment standardrequirements regulating the impulse electrical fieldstrength of radio noise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressingthe acc...

Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine’s idlerevolutions per minute (RPM). When the enginestarts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine.If the engine idle speed does not slow downautomatically, have the vehicle checked. Do notallow the vehicle to idle for more than ...

STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE: Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the engine starts. Excessive crankingcould damage the starter. 1. Turn the key to 5(START) withoutpressing theaccelerator pedal andrelease as soon as theengine starts. The keywill return to 4 (ON). 2. If the temper...

To prevent electrical shock, do not use yourheater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide ispresent in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoidits dangerous effects. If you ever smell exhau...

BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to thescheduled maintenance guide for scheduledmaintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does notindicate a performance concern with the vehicle’sbrake system. In normal operation, automotive brakesystems may emit occasional or inter...

The ABS operates bydetecting the onset ofwheel lockup duringbrake applications andcompensates for thistendency. The wheelsare prevented fromlocking even when the brakes are firmly applied. Theaccompanying illustration depicts the advantage ofan ABS equipped vehicle (on bottom) to a non-ABSequipped v...

stopping distance. Always leave enough roombetween your vehicle and the vehicle in front ofyou to stop. • We recommend that you familiarize yourself withthis braking technique. However, avoid taking anyunnecessary risks. Hydraulic brake booster system (Hydroboost) The Hydroboost system receives flui...

Always set the parking brake fully and makesure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (FirstGear) (manual transmission). The parking brake is not recommended to stop amoving vehicle. However, if the normal brakes fail,the parking brake can be used to sto...

Understanding gearshift positions P (Park) Always come to acomplete stop beforeshifting into P (Park).Make sure the gearshiftlever is securelylatched in P (Park).This position locks thetransmission andprevents the rearwheels from turning. Always set the parking brake fully and makesure the gearshift...

(Overdrive) The normal drivingposition for the bestfuel economy.Transmission operatesin gears one throughfour. (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressingthe transmissioncontrol switch on thegearshift lever. The transmissioncontrol indicator light(TCIL) will illuminateon the instrumentcluster. Drive ...

To return to (Overdrive) mode, press the transmission control switch. The O/D OFF indicatorwill no longer be illuminated. Each time the vehicle is started, the transmissionwill automatically return to normal overdrive mode. Every time the vehicle is shut off and restarted, youmust press the transmis...

MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION(IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission have astarter interlock that prevents cranking the engineunless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. When starting a vehicle with a manual transmission,you must: 1. Make sure theparking brake is ...

• Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutchpedal and do not use the clutch to hold yourvehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill.These actions will greatly reduce clutch life. Recommended shift speeds Do not downshift into 1 (first) when yourvehicle is moving faster then 24 km/h (15 mp...

4. Turn the ignition keyto position 3 (OFF). Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it maymove unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. Reverse You must be at a complete stop to shift into R(Reverse). You can shift into R (Reverse) only bymoving the gearshif...

6. Slowly release the clutch pedal. Removing key from ignition • Turn the ignition keyto position 3 (OFF). • Push the releaselever forward androtate the keytowards you andremove. TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slipperysurfaces, particularly when one wheel is on ...

• Trailer Weight Range: Specified weight range that the trailer must fall within that ranges fromzero to the maximum trailer weight rating. Remember to figure in the tongue load of yourloaded trailer when figuring the total weight. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWRspecified on the certification lab...

tongue load of 45 kg (100 lbs.). Do not tow a traileruntil your vehicle has been driven at least 800 km(500 miles). Towing a trailer places an additional load on yourvehicle’s engine, transaxle, brakes, tires andsuspension. Inspect these components carefully aftertowing. Do not exceed the GVWR or th...

Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brakesystem directly to your vehicle’s brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough brakingpower and your chances of having a collisiongreatly increase. The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated foroperation at the GVWR not GCWR. Trailer lamps Trailer lamp...

If a distance of 80 km (50 miles) or a speed of 56km/h (35 mph) must be exceeded, you mustdisconnect the driveshaft. Ford recommends thedriveshaft be removed/installed only by a qualifiedtechnician. See your local dealer for driveshaftremoval/installation. Improper removal/installation of the drives...

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern,Ford offers a complimentary roadside assistanceprogram. This program is separate from the NewVehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the Basic warranty period (Canada) or...

Should you need to arrange roadside assistance foryourself, Ford will reimburse a reasonable amount.To obtain information about reimbursement, call1–800–241–3673 in the United States for Ford orMercury vehicles; or if you own a Lincoln vehicle,call 1–800–521–4140. Call 1–800–665–2006 inCanada. Roads...

After a collision, if the engine cranks but does notstart, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have beenactivated. The fuel pump shut-offswitch is located onthe left side of thetrunk behind teh leftrear tail light and thetrunk liner. Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pumpshut-off switch. 1...

Check the appropriate fuses before replacing anyelectrical components. NOTE: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higheramperage rating can cause severe wire damage andcould start a fire. Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse Rating ...

The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 20A Cigar Lighter 2 20A Engine Controls 3 — Not Used 4 10A RH Low Beam Headlamp 5 15A Instrument Cluster, TractionControl Switch 6 20A Starter Motor Relay 7 15A GEM, Interior Lamps 8 20...

Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the enginecompartment. The power distribution box containshigh-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s mainelectrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery beforeservicing high current fuses. Always replace the cover t...

The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description Relay 1 — Fog Lamp Interrupt Relay 2 — Int. Wiper Relay 3 — Wiper HI/LO Relay 4 — Starter Relay 5 — Fog Lamps 1 50A** (4.6L), 30A CB (3.8L) Electric Cooling Fan Motor 2 30A** Headlamps...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 11 30A** Rear Window DefrostControl 12 40A** Power Windows, PowerLocks 13 — Not Used 14 20A* Fuel Pump 15 — Not Used 16 20A* Horn 17 20A* Anti-Lock Brake System 18 30A* Power Seats 19 — Not Used 20 20A* Generator 21 — Not Used 22...

If you use the temporary spare tirecontinuously or do not follow these precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to losecontrol of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself orothers. When driving with the temporary spare tire do not: • exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) under anycircumstances • load the vehi...

To lessen the risk of personal injury, do notput any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the enginewhen your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is onlymeant for changing the tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench. 7. Replace the flat tire with the spare ti...

To remove theanti-theft lug nut: 1. Insert the key overthe locking lug nut. Make sure you hold the keysquare to the lug nut. If you hold the key at anangle, you could damage the key and the lug nut. 2. Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key andapply pressure on the key with the wrench. 3. Tur...

shift firmly. This operation is considered normal andwill not effect function or durability of thetransmission. Over time, the adaptive learningprocess will fully update transmission operation toits optimum shift feel. 1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle. 2. Do not disconnect the batt...

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable tothe positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-)terminal of the assisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-)cable to an exposed metal part of the stalledvehicle’s engi...

Do not connect the end of the second cableto the negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of thegases that surround the battery. 5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades,belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fueldelivery system parts. Jump star...

will not effect function or durability of thetransmission. Over time, the adaptive learningprocess will fully update transmission operation toits optimum shift feel. WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact aprofessional towing service or, if you are a member,your roadside assi...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the enginecompartment for easy location. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide whichmakes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, yourdealership can provide the...

2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle frommoving unexpectedly. • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1(First). 3. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 4. Block the wheels to prevent the veh...

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle,pull the hood releasehandle located underthe bottom left cornerof the instrumentpanel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release theauxiliary latch that is located under the front centerof the hood. 3. Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod. HOOD Mai...

3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift issecurely latched in P (Park) (automatictransmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil levelindicator (dipstick). • 3.8L V6 engine • 4.6L SOHC V8...

• 3.8L V6 engine • 4.6L SOHC V8 engine • Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause enginedamage. Some oil must be removed from theengine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fullyseated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking th...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Washer fluid Check the washer fluidwhenever you stop forfuel. The reservoir ishighlighted with asymbol. If the level is low, addenough fluid to fill thereservoir. In very coldweather, do not fill thereservoir all the way. Only use a washer fluid that meets Fordspecification ....

The level of coolant should be maintained at the“cold full” of “cold fill range” level in the coolantreservoir. If the level falls below, add coolant per theinstructions in the Adding Engine Coolant section. Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 enginecoolant and water concentration. If theco...

When the engine is cold, check the level of theengine coolant in the reservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “cold filllevel” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir. • Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide forservice interval schedules. • Be sure to read and understand Precautions whe...

Engine coolant refill procedure-3.8L V6 engine Use the following procedure when refillingthe cooling system of a vehicle equipped with a 3.8L V6 engine. Failure to follow thiswarning may result in damage to the engine andengine cooling system. The following procedure should be used whenrefilling the...

13. Reinstall the radiator cap. 14. Check the coolant level in the reservoir beforeyou drive your vehicle the next few times (with theengine cool). 15. If necessary, add a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water to the engine coolantreservoir until the coolant level is at the “cold filll...

10. If necessary, add a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water to the engine coolantreservoir until the coolant level is at the “cold filllevel” as listed on the reservoir. After any coolant has been added, check the coolantconcentration see Checking Engine Coolant section).If the conce...

Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s coolingsystem can hold, refer to Refill capacities in the Capacities and specifications chapter. Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold c...

• refer to the chart on the coolant containerto ensure the coolant concentration in yourvehicle will provide adequate protection atthe temperatures in which you drive. Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climatesshould use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant anddistilled water for optimum coolin...

5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts,continuously checking the level until it reaches thecorrect operating range. Be sure to put the cap backon the reservoir. If your vehicle isequipped with a 4.6LV8 engine, check the power steering fluidlevel with the engine atambient temperature.Allo...

Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed.To obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicleuntil it is at normal operating temperature(approximately 30 km [20 miles]). If your vehicle hasbeen operated for an extended period at highspeeds, in city traffic during hot weather or pulling atrai...

a level surface. The normal operating temperaturecan be reached after approximately 30 km (20miles) of driving. You can check the fluid without driving if theambient temperature is above 10°C (50°F). However,if fluid is added at this time, an overfill conditioncould result when the vehicle reaches n...

BATTERY Your vehicle isequipped with aMotorcraftmaintenance-freebattery which normallydoes not requireadditional water duringits life of service. However, for severe usage or in high temperatureclimates, check the battery electrolyte level. Refer tothe scheduled maintenance guide for the serviceinte...

Batteries normally produce explosive gaseswhich can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substancesto come near the battery. When working near thebattery, always shield your face and protect youreyes. Always provide proper ventilation. When lifting a plastic-cased...

2. Put the gearshift in P (Park), turn off allaccessories and start the engine. 3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operatingtemperature. 4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle forat least one minute. 6. Drive the vehicle to complet...

WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check the wiper blades at least twice a year or whenthey seem less effective. Substances such as tree sapand some hot wax treatments used by commercialcar washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades. Checking the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipe properly, clea...

SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, afterthe vehicle has been parked for at least one houror has been driven less than 5 km (3 miles). • Adjust tire pressure to recommendedspecifications found on the ti...

• 17 inch four tirerotation Replacing the tires Replace the tires whenthe wear band isvisible through the tiretreads. When replacing full size tires, never mixradial bias-belted, or bias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the tirepressure decal. Make sure that all tires are thesa...

Failure to follow these precautions mayadversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose controland roll over. Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’soriginal tires may also affect the accuracy of yourspeedometer. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Driving too fa...

• If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle. • Remove the tire chains when they are no longerneeded. Do not use tire chains on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will helpprevent vehicle damage. Do not remove thesecomponents from your vehicle when using snowtires and chains. WHAT...

soap and water. Consult a physician immediatelyif you experience an adverse reaction. When refueling always shut the engine offand never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuelvapor is extremely hazardous under certainconditions. Care should be taken to av...

Many of the world’sautomakers issued theWorld-wide FuelCharter thatrecommends gasolinespecifications toprovide improvedperformance andemission controlsystem protection for your vehicle. Gasolines thatmeet the World-wide Fuel Charter should be usedwhen available. Ask your fuel supplier aboutgasolines...

For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off positionprior to refueling, an error in the reading willresult if the engine is left running. • Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium— high) each time the tank is filled. • Allow no more than 2 ...

Keep a record for at least one month and record thetype of driving (city or highway). This will providean accurate estimate of the vehicle’s fuel economyunder current driving conditions. Additionally,keeping records during summer and winter will showhow temperature impacts fuel economy. In general,l...

• Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is notrequired and may reduce fuel economy. • Resting your foot on the brake pedal while drivingmay reduce fuel economy. • Combine errands and minimize stop-and-godriving. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use onlyrecommended size. • Operating a v...

EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should have the EPA windowsticker. Contact your dealer if the window sticker isnot supplied with your vehicle. The EPA windowsticker should be your guide for the fuel economycomparisons with other vehicles. It is important to note the box in the lower leftcorner ...

Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position,then open the hood. 2. At the back of theheadlamp, pull tworetainer pins up torelease the headlampassembly. 3. Pull headlampassembly forwarddisengaging the lampfrom the rear hidden snap retainers to...

To install the new bulb: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefullyand keep out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch theglass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulbto break the next time the headlamps areoperated. 1. With the flat side of the new bulb’s p...

3. At the back of theheadlamp, pull tworetainer pins up torelease the headlampassembly. 4. Pull headlampassembly forwarddisengaging the lampfrom the rear snap retainers to expose the back ofthe bulb. 5. Rotate the bulbsocketcounterclockwise andremove from lampassembly. 6. Carefully pull thebulb stra...

Interior bulbs Check the operation of the following interior bulbsfrequently: • interior overhead lamp • map lamp For bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualifiedtechnician. Map lamps For bulb replacement, see a qualified servicetechnician or your dealer. Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are s...

4. On the wall or screenyou will observe a lightpattern with flat edgesat the top of the beampattern. If the flat edgesare not at the horizontalreference line, the beam will need to be adjusted. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp,then use a 6 mm allen wrench or screwdriver toadjust the...

Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas,before entering a car wash. If you have wax appliedto the vehicle at a commercial car wash, it isrecommended that you clean the wiper blades andwindshield as described in Cleaning the wiper blades and windshield. After washing, apply the brakes sever...

Cleaning the windshield, wiper blades and rearwindow If the wiper blades do not wipe properly, clean thewiper blade rubber element with undilutedwindshield washer solution or a mild detergent. Toavoid damaging the blades, do not use fuel,kerosene, paint thinner or other solvents. If the wiper still ...

Cleaning the instrument panel Clean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth. Avoid cleaner or polish that increases the gloss ofthe upper portion of the instrument panel. The dullfinish in this area helps protect the driver fromundesirable windshield reflection. Do not use chemical solvents or ...

Check the safety belt system periodically to makesure there are no nicks, tears or cuts. If your vehiclehas been involved in an accident, refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Cleaning leather seats (if equipped) To clean, simply use a soft cloth ...

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 3.8L OHV V6 engine 4.6L SOHC V8 engine Air filter element FA-1611 FA-1634 Fuel filter FG-986 FG-986B Battery BXT-59 BXT-59 Oil filter FL-400S FL-820S PCV valve EV-152 EV-98 Spark plugs* AWSF-42EE** AWSF-32P * Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI)deca...

5 Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with thevehicle on a level surface. LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford part name Ford partnumber Fordspecification Brake fluid High PerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid C6AZ-19542-AB ESA-M6C25-Aa...

Item Ford part name Ford partnumber Fordspecification Automatictransmission fluid MotorcraftMERCON t V ATF 2 XT-5-QM MERCON t V 3.8L Manualtransmission fluid MotorcraftMERCON t ATF XT-2-QDX MERCON t 4.6L Manualtransmission fluid Mobil 1Synthetic t ATF N/A N/A Disc brake caliperrails Silicone BrakeCa...

VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions Coupe mm (in) Convertible mm (in) (1) Overall length 4 653.3 (183.2) 4 653.3 (183.2) (2) Overall width 1 856.7 (73.1) 1 856.7 (73.1) (3) Overall height 1 348.7 (53.1) 1 351.3 (53.2) (4) Wheelbase 2 573.0 (101.3) 2 573.0 (101.3) (5) Track - Front 1 534.2 (60.4) 1...

Ford Extended Service Plan You can get more protection for your new car orlight truck by purchasing Ford Extended ServicePlan (Ford ESP) coverage. Ford ESP is an optionalservice contract which is backed by Ford MotorCompany or Ford Motor Service Company (in theU.S.) and Ford of Canada (in Canada). I...

Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are awayfrom home when your vehicle needs service, or ifyou need more help than the dealership couldprovide, after following the steps described above,contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center tofind an authorized dealership to help you. In...

THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD(U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party arbitration programfor warranty disputes • available free to owners and lessees of qualifyingFord Motor Company vehicles The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available inall states. Ford Motor C...

• vehicles with non-U.S. warranties Concerns are ineligible for review if the New VehicleLimited Warranty has expired at receipt of yourapplication and, in certain states eligibility isdependent upon the customer’s possession of thevehicle. Eligibility may differ according to state law. Forexample, ...

To properly review your case, the Board needs thefollowing information: • legible copies of all documents and maintenanceor repair orders relevant to the case • the year, make, model, and Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) listed on your vehicle ownershiplicense • the date of repair(s) and mileage a...

Every effort is made to decide the case within 40days of the date that all requested information isreceived by the Board. Since the Board generallymeets once a month, it may take longer for theBoard to consider some cases. After a case is reviewed, the Board mails you adecision letter and a form on ...

Ford Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (notavailable in Canada) Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover*(not available in Canada) Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (notavailable in Canada) Ford Metal Surface Cleaner Ford Multi-Purpose Cleaner* Motorcra...

• Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverseeffects or damage that may result from the use ofsuch equipment. ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’SLITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio, contactHelm, Incorporated at: HELM, INCORPORATEDP.O. Box 07150Detroit, Michigan 48207 Or call: For a ...

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that yourvehicle has a defectthat could cause acrash, or could causeinjury or death, youshould immediatelyinform the National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration (NHTSA) in addition to notifyingFord Motor Company. If NHTSA receives similar complai...

A Air bag supplementalrestraint system ........ 88 and child safetyseats ......................... 90description .............. 88disposal .................... 93driver air bag .......... 91indicator light ..... 9, 92operation ................. 91passenger air bag ... 91 Air cleaner filter ..... 206...

M Manualtransmission ............ 119 fluid capacities ...... 206lubricantspecifications ........ 209reverse ................... 121 Mirrors cleaning ................. 201side view mirrors(power) ................... 58 Motorcraftparts ................. 185, 206 O Octane rating .......... 184 Odomete...

Vehicle loading ........ 122 Ventilating yourvehicle ...................... 107 W Warning chimes ......... 13 Warning lights (seeLights) ......................... 8 Washer fluid ............ 157 Water, Drivingthrough .................... 128 Windows power ....................... 56 Windshield washer...

Item Information Required fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87octane Fuel tank capacity 59.4L (15.7 gallons) Engine oil capacity (includesfilter change) 4.7L (5.0 quarts). UseMotorcraft SAE 5W-20 SuperPremium Motor Oil, Fordspecification WSS-M2C153-H Tire size and pressure See label on inside of glovebox do...