Ford 2003 Mustang - Manual

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. Door ajar Illuminates when theignition is in the ON orSTART position andany door is open. Service engine ...

Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to illuminate. Examples are: 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine maymisfire or run poorly.) 2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel. 3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installedand securely tightened. These tempora...

of a tank indicated on the fuel gauge (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter for more information). The ignition must be in the ON position for this lamp toilluminate. The lamp will also illuminate for severalseconds after the ignition is turned to the ONposition regardless of the fuel level. Low cool...

Speed control (if equipped) This light comes onwhen either theSET/ACCEL orRESUME controls arepressed. It turns offwhen the speed control OFF control is pressed, thebrake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFFposition. Brake system warning Momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition isturned to...

Air bag readiness Momentarilyilluminates when theignition is turned ON.If the light fails toilluminate, continues to flash or remains on, havethe system serviced immediately. Safety belt warning chime Chimes to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For information on the safety belt warning chime,...

GAUGES Standard instrument cluster gauges Optional instrument cluster gauges Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. • Standard instrumentcluster CRUISE RPMx1000 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 E F C H FUEL DOOR> SERVICE ENGINE SOON 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 0 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 ...

overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safelypossible, switch off the engine immediately and letthe engine cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. Never remove the coolant reservoir capwhile the engine is running or hot. This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine...

Fuel gauge Displays approximatelyhow much fuel is inthe fuel tank (whenthe key is in the ONposition). The fuelgauge may vary slightlywhen the vehicle is inmotion. The ignitionshould be in the OFFposition while the vehicle is being refueled. Whenthe gauge first indicates empty, there is a smallamount...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlampcontrol to the firstposition to turn on theparking lamps. Rotateto the second positionto also turn on theheadlamps. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. Toactivate: • the ignition must be in the ON position and • ...

• To turn autolamps on, rotate the control up. Thepreselected time lapse is adjustable up toapproximately three minutes by continuing torotate the control upward. • To turn autolamps off, rotate the control downuntil it clicks. REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER Clears the rear window of thin ice and fog. Tooper...

Temperature control knob Controls thetemperature of theairflow inside thevehicle. Mode selector control Controls the directionof the airflow to theinside of the vehicle. The air conditioningcompressor will operate in all modes except VENTand . However, the air conditioning will only function if the ...

• OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will notoperate. For short periods of time only, use thismode to prevent undesirable odors from enteringthe vehicle. • (Panel and floor)-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and thefloor ducts. Heating and air conditioningcapabiliti...

Operating tips • In humid weather, select before driving. This will prevent your windshield from fogging. After afew minutes, select any desired position. • To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle,don’t drive with the climate control system in theOFF position. • Don’t put objects under the fr...

Do not place objects on top of theinstrument panel, as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. Electronic Automatic Temperature Control(EATC) system (if equipped) The EATC system will maintain a selectedtemperature and automatically control airflow. Youcan override automa...

Turning the EATC off Press OFF. TheOutside Temperaturefunction will continueto operate until theignition is turned off. Automatic operation Press AUTO and select the desired temperature.The selected temperature and the word AUTO willappear in the display window. The EATC system willeither heat or co...

To control thetemperature, select anytemperature between18°C (65°F) and 29°C(85°F) by pressing thetemperature control. For continuous maximum cooling, push thetemperature control until 16°C (60°F) is shown inthe display window. The EATC will continuemaximum cooling (disregarding the displayedtempera...

Fan speed ( ) When AUTO ispressed, fan speed isadjusted automaticallyfor existing conditions.You can override fanspeed at any time. Tocontrol fan speedmanually, press the fancontrol to cancel automatic fan speed operation.Press the control up for higher fan speed or downfor lower fan speed. The disp...

• -Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Heating and airconditioning capabilities are provided in this mode.The air will be heated or cooled based on thetemperature selection. For added customer comfort,the air distributed through the floor ducts will be...

Operating tips • In humid weather, select F before driving. This will reduce your windshield from fogging.After a few minutes, select any desired position. • To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle,don’t drive with the climate control system in theOFF position. • Don’t put objects under the f...

Do not place objects on top of theinstrument panel, as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM AM/FM Stereo Volume/power control Press the control toturn the audio systemon or off. Turn control to raise orlower volume. TUNE BASS TREB BAL FADE 1 2 3...

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. If you wish to maintainyour preset volume level, turn the audio system offwith the power control before switching off theign...

Seek function in radio mode • Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band. • Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band. Scan function The scan functionworks in radio mode. Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling ofall li...

3. Press and hold a memory preset control until thesound returns, indicating the station is held inmemory on the control you selected. Bass/treble adjust • The bass adjustcontrol allows you toincrease or decreasethe audio system’sbass output. • The treble adjustcontrol allows you toincrease or decre...

Setting the clock To set the hour, pressand hold the hour (h)control. When thedesired hour appears,release the control. To set the minute,press and hold theminute (m) control.When the desiredminute appears, releasethe control. AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Ford MACH AudioSystem with CD DJ Compatibility M H ...

AM/FM select in CD mode Press this control to stop CD play and begin radioplay. You can switch from CD play to tape play by simplyinserting a tape into the cassette deck. Tune adjust The tune control worksin radio or CD mode. Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the b...

• The treble adjustcontrol allows you toincrease or decreasethe audio system’streble output. Speaker balance/fade adjust • Speaker sounddistribution can beadjusted betweenthe right and leftspeakers. • Speaker sound canbe adjusted betweenthe front and rearspeakers. Inserting a tape Push only slightly...

Dolby T noise reduction Dolby t noise reduction operates only in tapemode. Dolby t reduces the amount of hiss andstatic during tapeplayback. Press the button to activate (and deactivate) Dolby t noise reduction. The noise reduction system is manufactured underlicense from Dolby Laboratories Licensin...

Setting the clock To set the hour, pressand hold the hour (h)control. When thedesired hour appears,release the control. To set the minute,press and hold theminute (m) control.When the desiredminute appears, releasethe control. CD changer (if equipped) Your CD changer is either located in the trunk o...

Make sure only onedisc is inserted in eachslot. Each disc must beinserted with the labelsurface upward.Depending on yoursystem, you may insertup to six or ten CDs. The magazine does notneed to be full for thechanger to operate. Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs inthe changer. The magazin...

• The disc is dusty or defective. • The player’s internal temperature is above 60°C(140°F). Allow the player to cool down beforeoperating. • A disc with format and dimensions not withinindustry standards is inserted. Cleaning compact discs Inspect all discs for contamination before playing. Ifnecess...

• Do not leave tapes in the cassette player for along time when not being played. Radio frequency information The Federal Communications Commission (FCC)and the Canadian Radio and TelecommunicationsCommission(CRTC) establish the frequencies AMand FM stations may use for their broadcasts.Allowable fr...

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 speed control on. To turn speed control off • Press OFF or • Turn off the vehicleignition. Once speed control is switched off, the previouslyprog...

Mist Function To operate the Mistfunction of thewindshield wipers,push and release thewindshield washer control quickly. The wipers willcycle one or two times. Rear window wiper and washer (wagon only) The rear wiper controlis located under theheadlamp controlsPress the wiper controlto activate the ...

Accessory delay (if equipped) With accessory delay, the window switches may beused for up to ten minutes after the ignition switchis turned to the OFF position or until any door isopened. POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) Press U to unlock alldoors and L to lock alldoors. Central locking/Two step unloc...

Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors areheated automatically toremove ice, mist andfog when the rearwindow defrost isactivated. Do not remove icefrom the mirrors with ascraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it isfrozen in place. These actions could cause damageto the glass a...

CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety ofconsole features. These include: • utility compartment • cupholders • coin holder slots • cellular phone (if equipped) Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hardobjects can injure you in a collision. If your vehicle is equipped with the col...

TRUNK REMOTE CONTROL Press the remote trunkrelease control on theinstrument panel to theleft of the steeringwheel. LIFTGATE (WAGON ONLY) You can open theentire liftgate or justthe liftgate window. Toopen the entire liftgate,pull the release handlehidden under theexterior trim panel justabove the lic...

Cargo cover (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo areashade that covers the luggage compartment of yourvehicle. To install the shade: 1. Fasten the coverinto the mountingbrackets (make surethe cover is right sideup). 2. Pull the end of theshade toward you andhook the sides into the...

2. Wrap the vinylaround the roller tubetwice. Tuck the edgesof the vinyl inside theend cap with eachwrap. 3. Fold the edges ofthe vinyl towards thecenter, making sure that the edges clear the end capslots. Use tape or a rubber band to hold the vinyl tothe left side of the tube. 4. Push in the righte...

Sounding a panic alarm Press this control toactivate the alarm. To deactivate thealarm, press thecontrol again or turnthe ignition to ACC orON. This device complieswith part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device ma...

Replacing lost transmitters Take all your vehicle’stransmitters to yourdealer if service isrequired. If you purchaseadditional transmitters(up to four may beprogrammed), performthe following procedure: To reprogram the transmitters yourself, place thekey in the ignition and turn from OFF to ON eight...

To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coinbetween the two halvesof the transmitter nearthe key ring. DO NOTTAKE THE FRONTPART OF THETRANSMITTERAPART. 2. Place the positive (+) side of new battery in thesame orientation. Refer to the diagram inside thetransmitter unit. 3. Snap the two halves back t...

Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the followingactions: • Unlock the doors byusing your remoteentry transmitter. • Unlock the doors byusing your keylessentry pad. • Unlock the doors or liftgate with a key. Turn thekey full travel (toward the front of the vehicle) tomake sure t...

Your vehicle has a factory-set 5–digit code thatoperates the keyless entry system. You can alsoprogram your own 5–digit personal entry code. The factory-set code is located: • on the owner’s wallet card in the glovecompartment • taped to the computer module When pressing the controls on the keyless ...

If you wish to erase your personal code, use thefollowing instructions: Erasing personal code 1. Enter the factory-set code. 2. Press 1/2 within fiveseconds of step 1. 3. Press the 7/8 and 9/0controls at the sametime within fiveseconds of step two. The system will now only respond to the factory-set...

Locking the doors and liftgate (wagon), press the7/8 and 9/0 controls at the same time. This can bedone at any time. Autolock Autolock is a feature that will automatically lock alldoors when: • all vehicle doors, liftgate and liftgate window arefully closed • the ignition key is in the ON position •...

The SecuriLock y passive anti-theft system is not compatible with aftermarket remote start systems.Use of these systems may result in vehicle startingproblems and a loss of security protection. Largemetallic objects or devices such as the MobilSpeedpass y on the same key ring as your SecuriLock y ke...

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...

Press to raise or lowerthe rear portion of theseat cushion. Press the control tomove the seat forward,backward, up or down. Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbarcontrol is located onthe outboard side ofthe seat. Press one side of the control to adjust firmness. Press the othe...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatbackupright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. To reduce the risk of injury, make surechildren sit where they can be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his orher lap while the vehi...

Each seating position in your vehicle has aspecific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designedto be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt onthe outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulderbelt under the arm. 2) Never swing the safety beltaround your nec...

receives an impact of 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, thecombination safety belts will lock to help reduceforward movement of the driver and passengers. Automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automaticallypre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove anyslack in the shoulder belt. The...

• 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 Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt andallow it to retract completely to disengage theautomatic l...

Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safetybelt height adjustmentsfor the driver and frontpassenger. Adjust theheight of the shoulderbelt so the belt restsacross the middle ofyour shoulder. To lower the shoulder belt height, push the buttonand slide the height control down. To raise ...

To attach the shoulderbelt to the lap belt, pullthe shoulder belt outfrom the retractor inthe seatback and insertinto the lap beltconnecting pin into thewide end of the keyslot on the shoulderbelt. Pull theconnecting pin into thenarrow end of the keyslot until you hear asnap and feel it latch.Make s...

The lap belts should fit snugly and as low aspossible around the hips, not around the waist. Front and rear seat occupants, includingpregnant women, should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident. Each seating position in your vehicle has aspecific safety belt assembly which is made ...

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, wears or cuts, replacing if necessary. Allsafety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles,front seat belt buckle asse...

• Move your seat to the rear as far as you can whilestill reaching the pedals comfortably. • Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees)from the upright position. Do not put anything on or over the air bagmodule. Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to bep...

Air bags can kill or injure a child in a childseat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use aforward-facing child seat in the front seat, movethe seat all the way back. How does the air bag supplemental restraintsystem work? The air bag SRS isdesigned to a...

amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present whichmay irritate the skin and eyes, but none of theresidue is toxic. While the system is designed to help reduce seriousinjuries, contact with a deploying air bag may alsocause abrasions, swelling or temporary hearing loss.Because air bags must inflate rap...

Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrumentcluster or a tone to indicate the condition of thesystem. Refer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrumentation chapter. Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required. A difficulty with the system i...

Do not leave children, unreliable adults, orpets unattended in your vehicle. To improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts onchildren who have outgrown child safety seats, Fordrecommends use of a belt-positioning booster seatthat is labelled as conforming to all Federal motorvehicle safety standards....

Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the sizeand weight of the child. Carefully follow all of themanufacturer’s instructions with the safety seat youput in your vehicle. If you do not install and use thesafety seat properly, the child may be injured in asu...

Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’sinstructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install anduse the safety seat properly, the child may beinjured in a sudden stop or collision. Installing child safety seats in combination lapand shoulder belt seating positi...

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the ignition system.This system meets all Canadian Interference-CausingEquipment standard requirements regulating theimpulse electrical field strength of radio noise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressingthe accelerator ...

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 ...

Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly.If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicleserviced. • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate. STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Turn the key to 5(START) withoutpressing theaccelerator pedal andrelease as soon as theengin...

Using the engine block heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant,which improves starting, warms up the engine fasterand allows the heater-defroster system to respondquickly. Use of an engine block heater is stronglyrecommended if you live in a region wheretemperatures reac...

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California tocause cancer, and birth defects or otherreproductive harm. Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped inan open area for lo...

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 applicationsand compensating forthis tendency. Thewheels are preventedfrom locking evenwhen 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. Parking brake Apply the parkingbrake whenever thevehicle is parked. Toset the p...

Pull the release leverto release the brake.Driving with theparking brake on willcause the brakes towear out quickly andreduce fuel economy. STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Powersteering uses energy from the engine to help steerthe vehicle. To prevent damage to the power steeri...

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OPERATION Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlockfeature that prevents the gearshift from being movedfrom P (Park) unless the brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift out of P (Park)with the brake pedal depressed: 1. Apply the...

If the parking brake is fully released, but thebrake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See yourdealer or a qualified service technician. Driving with an automatic overdrive transaxle Your automatic transaxle electronically controls theshift feel by using an ad...

To put your vehicle in gear, start the engine, depressthe brake pedal, then move gearshift out of P(Park). Hold the brake pedal down while you movethe gearshift lever from P (Park) to another position. If you do not hold the brake pedal down,your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injuresomeone. Unde...

When parking, do not use the gearshift inplace of the parking brake. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that thegearshift is securely latched in Park (P). Turn offthe ignition whenever you leave your vehicle.Never leave your vehicle unattended while it isrunning. If you do not take the...

• GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) : Maximum combined weight of towing vehicle(including passengers and cargo) and the trailer.The GCWR indicates the maximum loaded weightthat the vehicle is designed to tow. • Maximum Trailer Weight Rating : Maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to...

weight added should not exceed the Front AxleReserve Capacity (FARC). Additional frontal weightmay be added to the front axle reserve capacityprovided you limit your payload in other ways (i.e.restrict the number of passengers or amount ofcargo carried). You may add equipment throughout your vehicle...

TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle is classified as a light duty towingvehicle. The amount of weight you can safely towdepends on the type of engine you have in yourvehicle. Your vehicle does not come from the factoryfully equipped to tow. No towing packages areavailable through Ford or Mercury/Lincoln dea...

3.0L 4-Valve Duratec Engine and SHO engine Model PassengerLoad-#/kg(lbs.) LuggageLoad-kg(lbs.) Max TrailerWt.-kg (lbs.) Sedan 5/340 (750) 0 590 (1 300) 2/135 (300) 70 (150) 725 (1 600) 2/135 (300) 0 795 (1750) Wagon 5/340 (750) 70 (150) 455 (1 000) 2/135 (300) 70 (150) 660 (1 450) 2/135 (300) 0 725 ...

Safety chains Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to thevehicle. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, crossthe chains under the trailer tongue and allow slackfor turning corners. If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions thatthe rental agency gives to you. Do not attach safety c...

When towing a trailer: • Use D (Drive) or a lower gear when towing up ordown steep hills. This will eliminate excessivedownshifting and upshifting for optimum fueleconomy and transaxle cooling. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, yo...

HAZARD FLASHER Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehiclebreakdown, approaching danger, etc. The hazardflashers can be operated when the ignition is off. • The hazard lightscontrol is located ontop of the steeringcolumn. • Depress hazardlights control toactivate all hazardflasherssimultaneo...

If your vehicle is awagon, the fuel pumpshut-off switch islocated behind theservice panel on theright side of the cargoarea. Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pumpshut-off switch. 1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no fuel leak is apparent...

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse Rat- ing Mini Fuses Stan- dard Fuses Maxi Fuses Car- tridge Maxi Fuses Fuse Link Car- tridge 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...

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 1 — Not Used 2 5A Instrument Illumination 3 10A Left Low BeamHeadlamp 4 10A Right Low BeamHeadlamp 5 5A Instrument Cluster,Shift Lock Actuator,Rear Defrost 6 15A TR Sensor, ReverseLamps, DRL, A/CControls 7 10A TR Sensor,...

Relays Relays are located in the power distribution box andshould be replaced by qualified technicians. CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply thebrake heavily. Instead, gradually decrease yourspeed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowlymove to a safe place on the ...

3. Remove the center ornament or wheel cover fromthe wheel with the tapered end of the wheel nutwrench that came with your vehicle. Insert and twistthe handle, then pry against the wheel. 4. Loosen each wheellug nut one-half turncounterclockwise butdo not remove themuntil the wheel israised off the ...

not touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and othermoving parts. 4. Check all battery terminals and remove anyexcessive corrosion before you attach the batterycables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicle...

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-)terminal of the assisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-)cable. For the 3.0L Vulcan and 3.4L SHO, make theconnection to an exposed metal part of the stalledvehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarburetor/fuel in...

5. Be sure that the cables are clear of fan blades,belts and other moving parts of both engines. Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and runthe engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, runbo...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact aprofessional towing service or, if you are a member,your roadside assistance center. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with awheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with aslingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved asl...

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 nec...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINECOMPARTMENT 3.0L V6 Vulcan engine 1. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Air filter assembly 4. Battery 5. Engine oil filler cap 6. Engine oil dipstick 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Windshield washer...

3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine 1. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Air filter assembly 4. Battery 5. Engine oil filler cap 6. Engine oil dipstick 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9. Power steering fluid reservoir 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Mainten...

3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift issecurely latched in P. 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefullyremove the engine oilindicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully,then remove it again. • If the oil level is betwee...

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 normalrange, add only certified engine oil of therecommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil fillercap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil ...

Change your engine oil and filter according to theappropriate schedule listed in the ScheduledMaintenance Guide. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oilfilters are designed for added engine protection andlong life. If a replacement oil filter is used that doesnot meet Ford material and desi...

Checking and adding washer fluid for theliftgate (if equipped) The opening for thereservoir is located onthe passenger sideunder the tail lamp.Refill this reservoirwith the same fluid youuse for yourwindshield. ENGINE COOLANT Check the level of theengine coolant in thereservoir. Refer to theSchedule...

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. Have your dealer check the engine cooling systemfor leaks if you have to add more than 1.0 liter(1.0 quart) of engine coolant per month. ...

Low fluid level Do not drive thevehicle if the fluid levelis at the bottom of thedipstick and the outside temperatures are above10°C (50°F). Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normaloperating temperatures 66°C-77°C (150°F-170°F) ona level surface. The normal operating te...

If an overfill occurs,excess fluid should beremoved by a qualifiedtechnician. An overfill condition of transmission fluid maycause shift and/or engagement concerns and/orpossible damage. BATTERY Your vehicle isequipped with aMotorcraftmaintenance-freebattery which normallydoes not requireadditional ...

2. Put the gearshift in P (Park), turn off allaccessories and start the engine. 3. Let the engine idle for at least one minute. 4. The relearning process will automaticallycomplete as you drive the vehicle. • The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10miles) or more to relearn the idle and fuel trim...

blades, do not use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner orother solvents. Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper armaway from thewindshield and lockinto the serviceposition. 2. Turn the blade at anangle from the wiperarm. Push the lock pinmanually to release theblade and p...

temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. Thegrade C corresponds to a level of performance whichall passenger car tires must meet under the FederalMotor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades Band A represent higher levels of performance on thelaboratory test wheel than the minimum required byla...

• Four tire rotation 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 theCertification Label. Make sure that all tires are thesame size...

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 Snow tires mus...

• The suspension insulation and bumpers will helpprevent vehicle damage. Do not remove thesecomponents from your vehicle when using snowtires and chains. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUTAUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure inan overfilled tank may cause...

on the skin, promptly wash skin thoroughly withsoap 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 unde...

5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/8 of a turn until itstops. If the “Service Engine Soon/Check Engine” indicatorcomes on and stays on when you start the engine,the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed.Turn off the engine, remove the fuel filler cap, alignthe cap properly and reinstall it. ...

Octane recommendations 3.0L V6 Vulcan and 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratecengines Your vehicle isdesigned to use“Regular” unleadedgasoline with an(R+M)/2 octane rating of 87. We do not recommendthe use of gasolines labeled as “Regular” that aresold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in highaltitude areas. Do no...

Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle orhesitation driveability problems during a cold start, trya different brand of gasoline. “Premium” unleadedgasoline should not be used (particularly in the UnitedStates) if “Regular” unleaded gasoline is recommendedbecause it may cause these...

ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fueleconomy is you, the driver. You must gatherinformation as accurately and consistently aspossible. Fuel expense, frequency of fillups or fuelgauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure offuel econom...

• Use a known quality gasoline, preferably anational brand. • Use the same side of the same pump and havethe vehicle facing the same direction each timeyou fill up. • Have the vehicle loading and distribution thesame every time. Your results will be most accurate if your fillingmethod is consistent....

Driving style — good driving and fuel economyhabits Give consideration to the lists that follow and youmay be able to change a number of variables andimprove your fuel economy. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10%savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually givet...

• Combine errands and minimize stop-and-godriving. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use onlyrecommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out ofalignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Lubricant Specifications. • Perform all regularly schedul...

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 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. If the bulb is accidentally touched, it s...

To install the new bulb: 1. Install the electricalconnector into the rearof the plastic base untilit snaps, locking it intoposition. 2. With the flat side of the bulb’s plastic base facingupward, insert the glass end of the bulb into thelamp assembly. You may need to turn the bulb left orright to al...

5. To complete installation, follow the removalprocedure in reverse order. License plate lamp bulbs To change the license plate bulbs: Sedan 1. Remove two screwsand the license platelamp assembly fromthe rear bumper. 2. Remove bulb socketby turningcounterclockwise. 3. Carefully pull thebulb out from...

Replacing tail lamp/backup bulbs For bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualifiedtechnician. Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of the following interior bulbsfrequently: • interior overhead lamp • map lamp Using the right bulbs Function Trade Number Front side marker lamp 194 Front par...

Washing your vehicle Wash your vehicleregularly with cold orlukewarm water. Neveruse strong detergents orsoap. If your vehicle isparticularly dirty, use aquality car washdetergent. Always use aclean sponge, washing glove or similar device andplenty of water for best results. To avoid spots, avoidwas...

windshield with a non-abrasive cleanser such as thenon-abrasive Bon-Ami t powder. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. Do not use abrasive cleansers on glass as they may cause scratches. The windshield isclean if beads do not form when you rinse it withwater. The windshield and wiper blades should bec...

Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts Clean the safety belts with a mild soap solutionrecommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Donot bleach or dye the belts, because these actionsmay weaken the belt webbing. Check the safety belt system periodically to makesure there are no nicks, wear or...

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Com-ponent 3.0L V6Vulcanengine 3.0LDOHC V6Duratecengine 3.4L-32VV8 SHOengine Air filterelement FA-1630 FA-1630 FA-1630 Fuel filter FG-800-A FG-800-A FG-800-A Battery(standard) BXT-58R BXT-36R BXT-36R Battery(optional) BXT-36R N/A N/A Oil filter FL-400-S FL-820-S FL-400-S PCVv...

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Brakefluid High Per-formanceDOT 3MotorVehicleBrakeFluid All Fill to lineon reservoir Enginecoolant 1 PremiumEngineCoolant 3.0L V6Vulcanengine 11.0L(11.6quarts) 3.0L DOHCV6 Duratecand3.4L-32V V8SHO engine 10.0L(10.6quarts) Engine oil(includes...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Items Ford PartName orequivalent Ford PartNumber FordSpecifi-cation Brake fluid High Per-formanceDOT 3MotorVehicleBrake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AB ESA-M6C25-Aand DOT 3 Door latch,hood latch,auxiliaryhood latch,seat tracks,trunk andliftgatelatches Multi-PurposeGrease DOAZ-19584-AAor...

Items Ford PartName orequivalent Ford PartNumber FordSpecifi-cation Enginecoolant FordPremiumEngineCoolant E2FZ-19549-AA(in Oregon,F5FZ-19549-CC,in Canada,MotorcraftCXC-10) ESE-M97B44-A Powersteeringfluid MotorcraftMERCON t ATF XT-2-QDX MERCON t Windshieldwasherfluid Ultra-ClearWindshieldWasherConce...

Engine 3.0L V6Vulcanengine 3.0LDOHC V6Duratecengine 3.4L-32VV8 SHOengine Spark pluggap 1.07-1.17mm (0.042-0.046 inch) 1.3-1.4 mm(0.052-00.056inch) 1.07-1.17mm (0.042-0.046 inch) Ignitionsystem EDIS EDIS EDIS Compres-sion ratio 9.3:1 10.0:1 10.0:1 VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicledimensions Sedan mm (in) Wa...

Vehicle identification number The vehicleidentification numberis attached to a metaltag and is located onthe driver sideinstrument panel. Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of thevehicle identification number) is stamped on theengine block, transmission, frame and transfer case(...

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicleconcern, Ford offers a complimentary roadsideassistance program. This program is separate fromthe New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service isavailable: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the Basic warranty period (Canada) or ...

To receive roadside assistance in the United Statesfor Ford or Mercury vehicles, call 1-800-241-3673 orif you own a Lincoln vehicle, call 1–800–521–4140.In Canada call 1–800–665–2006. Should you need to arrange assistance for yourself,Ford will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtaininformation abo...

general manager of the dealership. In most cases,your concern will be resolved at this level. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canadadealerships also carry genuine Ford parts andaccessories, providing you with original equipmentreliability. Away from home If you are away from home when your vehicle ne...

Settlement Board (U.S.) or the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada). In the United States, a warranty dispute must besubmitted to the Dispute Settlement Board beforetaking action under the Magnuson-Moss WarrantyAct, or to the extent allowed by state law, beforepursuing replacement or repurchase rem...

• sales disputes between customer and dealerexcept those associated with warranty repairs orconcerns with the vehicle’s performance asdesigned • a request for reimbursement of consequentialexpenses unless a service or product concernbeing reviewed • items not covered by the New Vehicle LimitedWarran...

What the Board needs To have your case reviewed you must complete theapplication in the DSB brochure and mail it to theaddress provided on the application form. Your application is reviewed and, if it is determinedto be eligible, you will receive an acknowledgmentindicating: • the file number assign...

If you are in another foreign country, contact thenearest Ford dealership. If the dealership employeescannot help you, they can direct you to the nearestFord affiliate office. If you buy your vehicle in North America and thenrelocate outside of the U.S. or Canada, register yourvehicle identification...

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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 NationalHighway Traffic SafetyAdministration(NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford MotorCompany. If NHTSA receives similar complaint...

Accessory delay ........ 54Air bag supplementalrestraint system ... 88,89 and childsafety seats ............. 90description .............. 89disposal .................... 93driver air bag .......... 91indicator light .... 11,93operation ................. 91passenger air bag ... 91 Air cleaner filter...

lubricantspecifications ........ 194 Transmission fluid, checkingand adding(automatic) ........... 155 Trip odometer ........... 14Trunk ......................... 61 remote release ........ 57 Turn signal ............. 6,49Vehicle dimensions . 195Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) ......... 199Vehic...

Item Information Required fuel-3.0L V6engines Unleaded fuel only -87 octane Required fuel-3.4L SHOV8 engine Unleaded fuel only -91 octane Fuel tank capacity 60.6L (16 gallons) Engine oil capacity(including filterchange)-3.0L V6 Vulcanengine 4.25L (4.5 quarts). UseMotorcraft 5W30 SuperPremium Motor O...