Ford 2011 Mustang - Manual

Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempting adjustmentof any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part inprotecting the environment. Correctvehicle usage and the authorizedd...

Assist may, through any paired and connected cell phone, disclose toemergency services that the vehicle has been in a crash involving thedeployment of an airbag or, in certain vehicles, the activation of thefuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist mayalso be capable of being use...

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 V6 engine instrument cluster (standard measure shown,metric similar) Optional V6 and GT instrument cluster (standard measure shown,metric similar) Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A...

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...

WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle.Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Driving extendeddistances with the parking brake engaged can cause ...

Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. Turnsoff when the speed control systemis disengaged. Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the on position and anyof the doors or the hood/trunk areopen. Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock 威 passive anti-theft system ...

GAUGES Base V6 engine instrument cluster (standard measure shown,metric similar) Optional V6 and GT instrument cluster (standard measure shown,metric similar) 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 6 5 Instrument Cluster 17 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 2nd PrintingUSA (fus)

Refer to Message center in this chapter to select preset colors or user definable colors (MyColor 威 ) for the nighttime gauge backlighting. 1. Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. 2. Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the ...

Info Press INFO repeatedly to cyclethrough the following features: TRIP A/B Registers the distance of individual journeys. Press and release INFOuntil the A or B trip appears in the display (this represents the tripmode). Press and hold RESET for two seconds to reset. Refer to UNITS later in this se...

• Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another • Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter) To determine your average highway fuel economy, do the following: 1. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed controlsystem engaged to display a stabiliz...

AMBIENT LIGHT Turns the ambient lighting on or off. Ambient lighting provides accentlighting in various locations such as footwell areas, cup holders and thecenter console bin. The parking lamps/headlamps must be on to useambient lighting. Press and hold RESET to turn the feature on or off. AMBIENT ...

HOLD RESET TO SET MYCOLOR 1, 2, 3 (Saving your own colors) Apart from the preset colors, you can create your own color by adjustingthe levels of the three primary colors (red, green, and blue) through theMyColor 威 feature to achieve any of 125 different combinations. You can save up to three custom ...

LANGUAGE = ENGLISH / SPANISH / FRENCH Allows you to choose which language the message center will display in.Selectable languages are English, Spanish, or French. Waiting four seconds or pressing the RESET button cycles the messagecenter through each of the language choices. Press and hold RESET for...

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 or feature that maytake their focus off the road. Your primary re...

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 and press OK. The clockwill then begin from that time. AM/FM Radio / VOL (Power/Volume): Press to turn the radio on/off. Turn theknob to inc...

CD/MP3 Player CD: Press to enter CD/MP3 mode. If a disc is already loaded into thesystem, CD/MP3 play will beginwhere it ended last. If no CD is loaded, NO DISC will appear in thedisplay. LOAD:For a single CD system– This control is not operational. To load aCD, simply insert the disc, label side up...

TEXT: Press and release to display the artist and song title. While inTEXT MODE, press again to scrollthrough the Artist (AR), Song (SO), Channel (CH) and Category (CA). In TEXT MODE: Sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed. When the < / > indicator is active, press TEXT...

titles, the display will read REPLACE SONG? Press OK to access thesaved titles and press SEEK to cycle through the saved titles. When the song title appears in the display that you would like toreplace, press OK. SONG REPLACED will appear in the display. b. DELETE A SONG: Press OK to delete a song f...

b. CHANGE PIN: Press OK when CHANGE PIN is displayed. The display will read ENTER OLD PIN. Enter your current (old) PINnumber and when the system accepts your entry it will displayENTER NEW PIN. Enter your new four-digit PIN and the system willsave the new PIN and PIN SAVED will display. c. UNLOCK A...

Your vehicle is equipped with anauxiliary input jack (AIJ) located inthe center console. The auxiliaryinput jack provides a way to connectyour portable music player to thein-vehicle audio system. This allowsthe audio from a portable musicplayer to be played through thevehicle speakers with high fide...

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...

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 威 satellite or SIRIUS 威 tower to the vehicle antenna. You are in a location th...

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...

• To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly openfor 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.” • A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of theair distribution setting that is selected. During extreme high ambient temperatures w...

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (NAVIGATIONBASED – 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). Temperature and/or fan speed can also be increased to improve clearing. • To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle: do not drive with thesystem off or with (recirculated air) engaged. • Do not put ...

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER R Press the control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog. The LEDwill 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 have passed, press the control ag...

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. Automatic instrumentation illumination A light sensor in your vehicle monitors the outside lighting conditionsand automatically sets the instr...

High beams Push the lever toward theinstrument panel to activate. Pullthe lever toward you to deactivate. Flash-to-pass Pull toward you, to the first detent,to activate and release to deactivate. Note: Vehicles equipped with HID headlamps will hear an audible clickwhen activating this feature. Dayti...

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel and all applicableswitches in the vehicle duringheadlamp and parking lampoperation. Move the control to the full uprightposition, past detent, to turn on theinterior lamps. Move the controldown, past detent, to turn off theinte...

3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen andopen the hood. To see a clearer light pattern for adjusting, block thelight from one headlamp while adjusting the other. For vehicles with halogen headlamps: On the wall or screen you willobserve a flat zone of high intensitylight...

5. 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.6. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the leftturn signal. • Push up to activate the right ...

Replacing interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the hood. 2. Disconnect the electricalconne...

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. ...

3. Unbolt the three tail lampattachment nuts and remove thelamp assembly. 4. Rotate the LED assemblycounterclockwise and remove itfrom the lamp assembly. 5. Disconnect the LED assemblyfrom the electrical connector andreplace the LED assembly. 6. Install new LED assembly inreverse order. Replacing ba...

Replacing fog lamp bulbs (GT-CS) (if equipped) 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open thehood. 2. Remove the underbody airdeflector panel screws and panel. 3. Disconnect the electricalconnector from the bulb by pullingit straight off. 4. Rotate the bulb counterclockwiseand...

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. Windshield washer: Press the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick pr...

TILT STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Push the lever down to unlockthe steering column. While the leveris in the down position, tilt thesteering column to its desiredorientation. 2. While holding the steeringcolumn, pull the lever up to itsoriginal position to lock the steeringcolumn....

Flexible visor storage system (if equipped) Visors equipped with the flexible visor storage system can accommodatevarious storage accessories. A sunglass clip and multi-function clip areprovided. To attach one of the accessories, dothe following: 1. Insert a coin or similar object intothe slot on th...

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...

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12V DC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insertany other object in the power outlet as this will damage theoutlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory oraccessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the poweroutlet can cause damage...

Press and pull the switches to openand close windows. • Press down (to the first detent)and hold the switch to open. • Pull up (to the first detent) andhold the switch to close. One-touch up or down (front windows only) This feature allows the driver or passenger’s window to open or closefully witho...

Short drop glass (front windows only) In order to improve door efforts and sealing, your vehicle is equippedwith short drop glass. This feature lowers the glass when either door isopened. The glass returns to its closed position when the door is closed. Proper operation of the short drop glass requi...

3. Turn the ignition key to the off position, then turn back to the onposition. 4. Pull and hold the rear window switch up and hold for three seconds,the rear windows will begin to start moving up. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, convertible top (if equipped)and radio may ...

EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control clockwise toadjust the right mirror and rotatethe control counterclockwise toadjust the left mirror. 2. Move the control in the directionyou wish t...

Optional controls ON/OFF: Press to turn the system on or off. SET (+): Press to set a speed or to increase a set speed. SET (–): Press to decrease a set speed. RES / RESUME: Press to resume a set speed. Setting speed control The set speed control: 1. Press and release ON. 2. Accelerate to the desire...

• Press to change radio stations/CD tracks. Refer to the Navigation System supplement for more information on using this feature. With SYNC 威 system (if equipped) • Press to use the voice command features. For further information on usingvoice commands with the SYNC 威 system, refer to the SYNC 威 sup...

To erase programming on the Car2U 威 system (individual buttons cannot be erased), use the following procedure: 1. Firmly press the two outsideCar2U 威 system buttons simultaneously for approximately20 seconds until the indicator lightsbegin to blink rapidly. The indicatorlights are located directly a...

Position the floor mat so that theeyelet is over the pointed end of theretention post and rotate forward tolock in. Make sure that the mat doesnot interfere with the operation ofthe accelerator or the brake pedal.To remove the floor mat, reverse theinstallation procedure. CONVERTIBLE (IF EQUIPPED) D...

Storing the boot 1. Position the boot right-side up and fold each side of the boot inward. 2. Turn the boot upside down and fold the left side of the boot inward. 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...

ROLLER BLIND SUN SHADE (IF EQUIPPED) If your vehicle is equipped with a glass roof, the roller blind sun shadewill cover the glass roof inside your vehicle. Use the center-mounted cup handleto slide the shade open or closed. INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL The remote trunk release button islocated on the ins...

KEYS Your vehicle may be equipped withtwo Integrated KeyheadTransmitters (IKTs). The key bladefunctions as a programmed keywhich starts the vehicle andunlocks/locks all the doors. Thetransmitter portion functions as theremote entry transmitter. Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-p...

MYKEY™ The MyKey™ feature allows you to program a restricted driving mode topromote good driving habits. All but one of the keys programmed to thevehicle can be activated as a MyKey™. The key will remain restricteduntil MyKey™ is cleared. Any remaining keys are referred to as an“administrator key” o...

Create a MyKey™ To program MyKey™ on one of the keys programmed to the vehicle,insert the key that you want to make a MyKey™ into the ignition. Forvehicles equipped with push button start, put the intelligent access keyin the backup slot; see the Driving chapter for the location of the backup slot. ...

5. Press SETUP to enter your choice. The next optional setting will bedisplayed. 6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 until you are done changing the optional settings. Clear MyKey™ To reset all MyKeys™ as admin keys, do the following: 1. Turn the vehicle on using the admin key. 2. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET ...

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 IKT allows you to: • remotely unlock the vehicledoors. • remotely lock all the vehicledoors. • remotely open the trunk. • activate the personal alarm. • arm and disarm the activeanti-theft system. • operate the illuminated entryfeature. The remote entry lock/unlock feature operates in any igniti...

• Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving yourvehicle. Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fallout or block the driver’s rear view. The remote entry system allows you to open the trunk while the ignitionis in any position. However, if the ignition is in the on...

Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the IKT or IA key to become de-programmed from your vehicle. They should operate normallyafter battery replacement. Replacing lost integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) If you would like to have your integrated keyhead transmittersreprogrammed because...

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 the dome lamp control is left on and the ignition hasbeen turned to the off position. The battery saver will also shut off th...

The turn signal lamps will flash once when all doors, the hood and thetrunk are closed indicating the vehicle is locked and entering the20 second countdown. If any closure is not properly closed the turnsignal lamps will not flash and that closure will not be armed. Disarming the system You can disa...

FRONT SEATING WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. WARNING: Befo...

Press the switch in the direction ofthe arrows to move the seatforward, backward, up or down. Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is locatedon the top of the driver’s seat sideshield. Press one side of the control toincrease lower back firmness. Press the other side...

WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its originalposition, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. Anunlatched seat may become dangerous in the event...

WARNING: Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, movethe seat all the way back. WARNING: When possible, all children 12 years old and under should be proper...

reduce the risk of force-related injuries to the occupant’s chest bylimiting the load on the occupant. Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational The Personal Safety System uses a warning light in the instrumentcluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Referto ...

WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. WARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding ...

WARNING: The center of the rear seat is NOT designed as a seating position and is not equipped with safety belts. The LATCH anchors were not designed to be used with a child seat in thecenter position and there is no tether anchor available at the center.Attempted use of the center as a seating posi...

In addition, the retractor is designed to lock if the webbing is pulled outtoo quickly. If this occurs, let the belt retract slightly and pull webbingout again in a slow and controlled manner. Automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt willstill retr...

How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retractcompletely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate thevehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. WARNING: After any vehicle collision, the safety belt system at all passenger...

Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safetybelt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing onthe label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is tooshort for you when fully extended. WARNING: Do not use extensions to change the fit...

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts(All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we areexposed to “rare” events, even forgood drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be ser...

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

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...

The front passenger sensing systemuses a ⬙ passenger airbag off ⬙ or ⬙ pass airbag off ⬙ indicator which will illuminate and stay lit to remind youthat the front passenger frontalairbag is disabled. The indicatorlamp is located on the front edge of the map lamps. Note : The indicator lamp will illum...

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...

Side airbags, in combination with safety belts, can help reduce the risk ofsevere injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision. 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 co...

Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone toindicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required. A difficulty with t...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for children. Also see Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags. Important child restraint precautions WARNING: Always make ...

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommendedrestraint type Infants ortoddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less(generally age four or younger) Use a child safetyseat (sometimescalled an infantcarrier,convertible seat,or toddler seat). Smallc...

• When possible, always properly restrain children twelve (12) years ofage and under in a rear seating position of your vehicle. Accidentstatistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained inthe rear seating positions than in a front seating position. Recommendations for attaching ch...

WARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child’s size,height, weight, or age. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’sinstructions and warnings provided for install...

training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained inthe correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSACertified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and yourpediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child andproperly installed in the veh...

Combining safety belt and LATCH lower anchors for attachingchild safety seats When used in combination, either the safety belt or the LATCH loweranchors may be attached first, provided a proper installation is achieved.Attach the tether strap afterward, if included with the child seat. Referto Recom...

cushion when the child is seated in it. Keep the tether strap just snugwithout lifting the front of the child seat. Keeping the child seat justtouching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash. Perform the following steps to attach a child safety seat to the tetheranchor: For Cou...

Note: The attachments for the convertible boot located on the backof the head restraints are not tetheranchors. 2. Access tether anchors locatedbehind the seatback under the vinyltag marked with the child tetheranchor symbol. Seating and Safety Restraints 162 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 2nd...

3. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown. If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safety seat maynot be retained properly in theevent of a collision. 4. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to themanufacturer’s instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored prope...

• High back booster seats If, with a backless booster seat,you cannot find a seating positionthat adequately supports yourchild’s head, a high back boosterseat would be a better choice. Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the...

If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized meshsold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve thiscondition. Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the boosterseat. Check with the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions. The importance of shoul...

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 increasedrisk of injury. Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rollingresistance, resulting in heat buildup a...

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 ...

• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking 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 th...

• 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 ...

The tire pressure monitoring system complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that...

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 tirepressurewarning light Possiblecause Customer action required Flashing warninglight Spare tire inuse Your temporary spare tire is in use.Repair the damaged road wheel andre-mount it on the vehicle to restoresystem functionality. For adescription of how the systemfunctions under these conditio...

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....

• Example only: 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. Tires, Wheels and Lo...

GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer. GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo andpassengers – that the vehicle can handle without r...

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 placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that willbe riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combin...

calculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 99 kg) - (12 x 45 kg) = 635 - 198 -540 = -103 kg. You will need to reduce the load weight by at least240 lb. (104 kg). If you remove 3-100 lb. (45 kg) cement bags, thenthe load calculation would be: 1,400 - (2 x 220) - (9 x 100) = 1,400 - 440 - 900 = 60 lb. Now yo...

Safety chains Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainersof the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cross thechains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agen...

• Use the grade assist feature (automatic transmissions) when towing.This feature provides engine braking and helps eliminate excessiveshifting for optimum fuel economy and transmission cooling. • Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached; anticipatestops and brake gradually. Servicin...

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 begins cranking. Your vehiclehas a computer assisted...

Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS). Thissystem helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops bykeeping the brakes from locking. Noise from the ABS pump motor andbrake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking;...

When AdvanceTrac 威 performs a normal system self-check, some drivers may notice a slight movement of the brake, and/or a rumble, grunting, orgrinding noise after startup and when driving off. When an event occurs that activates AdvanceTrac 威 you may experience the following: • A slight deceleration ...

STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with an electric power-assisted steering (EPAS)system. There is no fluid reservoir to check or fill. If your vehicle loses electrical power while you are driving (or if theignition is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takesmore effort. Under ex...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Driving with a 6–speed automatic transmission Your vehicle has been designed to improve fuel economy by reducingfuel usage while coasting or decelerating. When you take your foot offthe accelerator pedal and the vehicle begins to slow down the torquecon...

2. Press the clutch pedal to thefloor, then put the gearshift lever inthe neutral position. 3. Start the engine. 4. Press the brake pedal and movethe gearshift lever to the desiredgear; 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 5. Release the parking brake, then slowly release the clutch pedal whileslowly pressing ...

For the 3.7L V6 with 3.31 axle ratio, shift according to the followingchart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: 1 - 2 13 mph (21 km/h) 2 - 3 26 mph (42 km/h) 3 - 4 37 mph (59 km/h) 4 - 5 43 mph (69 km/h) 5 - 6 59 mph (95 km/h) For the 5.0L V8, shift according ...

4. Shift into R (Reverse) by pushingthe gearshift knob down, thenmoving the lever fully to the left,then forward. Note: The gearshift lever can only be moved to R (Reverse) by pushing the knob down before shifting to reverse. This is a lockout feature whichprotects the transmission from accidentally...

To use the camera system, place the transmission in R (Reverse); animage will display in the rearview mirror or on the navigation screen (ifequipped). The area displayed on the screen may vary according to thevehicle orientation and/or road condition. • (1) Rear bumper • (2) Red zone • (3) Yellow zo...

BLIND SPOT MIRRORS Blind spot mirrors have a convex spotter mirror built into the upperoutboard corner of the outside mirrors. They are designed to assist thedriver by increasing visibility along the side of the vehicle. Driving with blind spot mirrors Before a lane change, check themain mirror firs...

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...

Canadian customers refer to your Warranty Guide or visit ourwebsite at www.ford.ca for information on: Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in yourwallet for quick reference. In the United States, this card is found in theOwner Guide portfolio i...

Should your vehicle shut off after a collision due to this feature, you mayrestart your vehicle by doing the following: 1. Turn the ignition switch to the off position. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the on position. In some instances the vehicle may not restart the first time you try torestart and ...

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 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 coils 44 10A Not used (spare) 45 5A Wiper relay and...

CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmlyand slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Note: The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light will illuminate when...

• Read the information in the Tips for use of the temporary mobility kit section to ensure safe operation of the temporary mobility kit and your vehicle. Tips for use of the temporary mobility kit Read the following list of tips to ensure safe operation of the temporarymobility kit: • Before operati...

• Operating the temporary mobility kit could cause an electricaldisturbance in radio and DVD player operation. What to do when a tire is punctured A tire puncture within the tire’s tread area can be repaired in two stageswith the temporary mobility kit: • In the first stage, the tire will be reinfla...

4. Plug the power cable into the 12Vpower point in the vehicle. 5. Remove the warning sticker found on the canister and place it on thetop of the instrument panel or the center of the dash. 6. Start the engine (only if the vehicle is outdoors or in a well-ventilated area) . 7. Turn dial (1) counterc...

tire pressure has to be checked with the compressor in the OFFposition to get the correct tire pressure reading. WARNING: Do not stand directly over the temporary mobility kit while inflating the tire. If you notice any unusual bulges or deformations in the tire’s sidewall during inflation, stop and...

4. Adjust the tire to therecommended inflation pressurefrom the tire label located on thedriver’s door or door jamb area. Note: The tire pressure has to be checked with the compressor in theOFF position to get the correct tirepressure reading. 5. Turn the compressor off bypressing the on/off button....

Removal of the sealant canister from the temporary mobility kit 1. Unwrap the clear tube from thecompressor housing. 2. Locate the yellow cap at the endof the clear tube. 3. Using the yellow cap tool, pressthe tab located on the temporarymobility kit compressor housingwhile pulling up on the sealant...

Be sure to check the sealantcompound’s “use by” date regularly.The “use by” date is on the lowerright hand corner of the labellocated on the sealant canister(bottle). The sealant canister should be replaced after four years. WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts to the specified...

RUNNING OUT OF FUEL If you have run out of fuel and need to refill the vehicle with a portablefuel container, see Running out of fuel in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for proper fuel filling method using a portable fuel container and the included fuel filler funnel. Do not insert the no...

3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehiclemaking sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other movingparts. 4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion beforeyou attach th...

Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of bothengines, or any fuel delivery system parts. 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 h...

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...

BBB AUTO LINE applications can also be requested by calling the FordMotor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673. Note: Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modify procedures, or to discontinue this process at any timewithout notice and without obl...

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

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 ...

5.0L 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 威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft 威 Bug and Tar Remover (Z...

D, or F)] in Canada, available from your authorized dealer. Thiswasher fluid contains special solution in addition to alcohol whichhelps to remove the hot wax deposited on the wiper blade andwindshield from automated car wash facilities. Be sure to replacewiper blades when they appear worn or do not...

Cleaning For dirt, use a vacuum cleaner then use a clean, damp cloth or softbrush. For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For morethorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap and water solution. • Clean spills as quickly as possible. • Test any cleaner or stain remov...

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 to find out wh...

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located on thedriver’s side kick panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that islocated under the front center ofthe hood. 3. Lift the hood and secure it withthe prop rod. Maintenance and Specificati...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.7L V6 engine 1. Battery 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8. Power distribution box 8 7 6 5 1 4 3 2 Maintenance and Specif...

Engine shield Some vehicles may be equippedwith an aero-shield under theengine. Remove the front fastenersof the shield to gain access forservice. This includes oil and filterchanges. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the res...

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. • 3.7L V6 engine • 5.0L V8 engine - Locate the engine oil dipstick by reachingbetween the strut tower brace (ifequipped) and the hood hinge area. Maintenance and Specifications 275 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 2nd PrintingUSA (fus...

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. • If the oil level is below the lower hole, add enough oil to raise thelevel within the lower and upper holes. • Oil leve...

Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil Only use oils certified for gasoline engines by the American PetroleumInstitute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to thecurrent engine and emission system protection standards and fueleconomy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization andAppr...

For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean anddry. Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened tothe battery terminals. If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals, remove the cablesfrom the terminals and clean with a wire brush. You can neut...

Because your vehicle’s engine is electronically controlled by a computer,some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. Whenthe battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine mustrelearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability andperformance. To...

ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at theintervals listed in scheduled maintenance information. The coolant concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and distilled water,which equates to a freeze point of -34°F (-36°C). Co...

Adding engine coolant When adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50 mixture of engine coolantand distilled water. Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir, when the engine is cool, until the appropriate fill level is obtained. If coolant is filled to the COLD FILL RANGE or FULL COLD level when the en...

Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled enginecoolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recyclingand disposi...

Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling systemand engine protection. What you should know about fail-safe cooling If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle tobe driven tempo...

3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool. 4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. WARNING: Fail-safe mode is for use during emergencies only. Operate the vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long as necessary to bring the vehicle to rest in a safe location and see...

WARNING: The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container. Refueling WARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read a...

WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear a hissing sound near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system), do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel mayspray out, which could cause serious personal injury. Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNL...

Octane recommendations (5.0L V8 engine) Your vehicle will run normally on 87 octane regular fuel withoutdamaging the engine, but premium fuel with an octane rating of 91(R+M)/2 or higher is recommended for best overall performance. For Shelby GT500 octane requirements, see the Shelby GT500 Supplemen...

ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, thedriver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently aspossible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings areNOT accurate as a measure of fuel eco...

Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading(in miles or kilometers). 2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (ingallons or liters). 3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and recordthe current od...

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and acatalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply withapplicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalyticconverter and other emission control components continue to workproper...

BRAKE/CLUTCH FLUID Brake and clutch (if equipped) systems are supplied from the samereservoir. The fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels between the MIN andMAX lines are within the normaloperating range; there is no need toad...

Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 1. Clean the filler plug. It is locatedon the passenger side of thetransmission. 2. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level. 3. Note: For vehicles equipped with a V6 engine, the correct manualtransmission fill level is at the lowe...

Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the air f...

4. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filterelement edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could causefilter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properlyseated. 5. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps. Be surethat ...

• Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to lubricateworking parts and prevent corrosion. Removing vehicle from storage When your vehicle is ready to come out of storage, do the following: • Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt or grease film build-up onwindow surfaces. • Check windshiel...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY) 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 cove...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY) You can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a FordExtended Service Plan (ESP). Ford ESP is the only service contractbacked by Ford Motor Company. Depending on the plan you purchase,Ford ESP provides benefits such as: • Rental reimbursement...

Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built with multiple complexperformance systems. Every manufacturer develops these systems usingdifferent specifications and performance features. That’s why it’simportant to rely upon your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership toproperly diagnose and repair your v...

Get the most from your service and maintenance visits There are a lot of reasons why visiting your Ford or Lincoln Mercurydealership for all your service needs is a great way to help keep yourvehicle running great. Convenience Many dealerships have extended evening and Saturday hours to makeyour ser...

Multi-point inspection In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have thesystems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identifypotential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Companyrecommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at everyschedule...

NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG For your convenience, your vehicle is equipped with a message centerwhich determines the proper oil change service interval. You shouldperform the engine oil change as indicated by the instrument clustermessage center. The message center will display ENGINE OIL C...

Oil Change S ervice Interval* 1 2 3 456789 1 0 Change engine oil and filter • ••••••••• Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth • ••••••••• Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear , looseness or drag • ••••••••• Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) • ••...

Maintenance schedule log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ...

SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding Special Operating Conditions listed below, you will need to have some items maintained more frequently. If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not...

Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery As required – Change engine oil and replace oil filter as indicated bymessage center and perform services as listed in theNormal Scheduled Maintenance chart. Inspect f...

Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Inspect frequently, service as required – Replace cabin air filter (if equipped). – Replace engine air filter. Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) – Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure treaddepth.– Inspect wheels and related componen...

Special operating condition log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D A...

EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. Theyare listed below: Normal vehicle axle maintenance ❑ Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-designaxles are lubricated for life. These lubricants...

COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Engine coolant – 3.7L and 5.0L engines ❑ 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) - change coolant (whichever comes first) ❑ After initial change - change coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km) Engine coolant – 5.4L supercharged engine ❑ Refer to your Shelby GT 500 supp...

Engine coolant change log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M...

A Accessory delay ..........................75 AdvanceTrac ..............................205 AdvanceTrac Sport Mode .........210 Air cleaner filter ...............300, 303 Air conditioning ....................46, 49 manual heating and airconditioning system .................46 Airbag supplemental re...

Engine ........................................308 cleaning ...................................262coolant .....................................280fail-safe cooling .......................284idle speed control ...................277lubrication specifications .......304refill capacities .................

Water, Driving through .............221 Windows power .........................................72 Windshield washer fluid andwipers ..........................................67 checking and adding fluid .....273replacing wiper blades ...........274 Wrecker towing .........................250 Index 3...