Ford 2012 Shelby GT 500 v.1- User 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...

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that you use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may takeyour focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle.We recommend aga...

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 arenot completely closed. Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock 威 passive a...

GAUGES Base V6 engine instrument cluster (standard measure shown,metric similar) 1 2 3 4 Instrument Cluster 17 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)

Optional V6 and GT instrument cluster (standard measure shown,metric similar) 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 appr...

5. Engine oil pressure gauge (optional V6 and GT cluster only): Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle should stay in the normaloperating range (between L and H). If the needle falls below the normalrange, stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oillevel. Add oil if needed. If ...

Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy.When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows ↓ , one or no bars illuminated. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset. TIMER Timer displays the trip elapsed drive time. To operate, do the following: 1. Press and release RE...

AMBIENT DIM Use this to adjust the brightness of the ambient lighting. Press RESET to choose the various settings. GAUGE COLOR, AMBIENT COLOR, HALO COLOR GAUGE COLOR: The instrument cluster gauges are backlit with white backlighting when the headlamps are off. When the headlamps are on,you can selec...

2. Press SETUP to scroll through the R (red), G (green), B (blue) andExit options. 3. Press RESET to blend in more of the color being adjusted. 4. To save and exit, hold RESET for three seconds when prompted.Pressing RESET for less than three seconds will cycle back through thecolors. UNITS Displays...

AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM Single 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 pri...

SCAN: Press SCAN for a brief sampling of all available SIRIUS 威 satellite channels. If a specificcategory is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.) press SCAN for a briefsampling of all available SIRIUS 威 satellite channels within the selected category. MEMORY PRESETS (0–9): There are 30 available prese...

• CHANNEL LOCKOUT MENU- Press OK to enter the Channel Lockout menu. Press the SEEK to scroll through the following options: a. LOCK/UNLOCK THIS CHANNEL: Press OK when LOCK/UNLOCK THIS CHANNEL is displayed and the display will readENTER PIN. Enter your four-digit PIN number (initial PIN is 1234)and t...

• SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME: With this feature on, radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed tocompensate for road and wind noise. The default setting is off. Use SEEK to adjust between SPEED OFF and levels 1–7. Recommended level is 1–3; SPEED OFF turns the feature off and ...

Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 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 responsibility is the safeoperat...

USB port (if equipped) 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 responsibility is the safeoperation of t...

Radio reception factors: There are three factors that can affect radio reception: • Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, theweaker the signal and the weaker the reception. • Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences,traffic lights and thundersto...

Do not use any irregular shapedCDs or discs with a scratchprotection film attached. 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 r...

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 SIGNAL Loss of signal from the SIRIUS 威 satellite or SIRIUS 威 tower to the vehicle antenna. You are in a location that is blocking the SIRIUS 威 signal (i.e., tunnel, under an overpass, dense foliage, etc). The system is working properly. When you move into ...

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. • Pull the lever toward you todeactivate. 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. D...

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 fullupright position, past detent, toturn on the interior lamps. • Move the control down, pastdetent, to turn off the...

4. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp. • Halogen headlamp (1) • HID headlamp (2) 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...

INTERIOR LAMPS Dome/Map lamps The dome lamp lights when:. • any door is opened. • any of the remote entry controlsare pressed and the ignition isoff. • the instrument panel dimmerswitch is rotated up, past thedetent, until the courtesy lampscome on. The map lamps are activated bypressing the control...

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. Hold the steering wheel with onehand. With the other hand, push thelever down to unlock the steeringcolumn. 2. Tilt the steering column to itsdesired position. 3. While holding the steering wheel,pull the lever up to its originalposition to lock t...

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 the provided removal tool(on the accessory ...

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...

accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the poweroutlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. Auxiliary power points can be found in the following locations: • On the instrument panel • Inside the center console storage bin Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lig...

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...

• Fixed code garage door openers were produced prior to 1996. Fixedcode uses the same coded signal every time. It is manuallyprogrammed by setting DIP switches for a unique personal code. If you do not know if your garagedoor opener is a rolling code orfixed code device, open your garagedoor opener’...

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...

vehicles equipped with push button start, put the intelligent access keyin the backup slot; see the Driving chapter for the location of the backup slot. Turn the ignition on. Use the message center buttons to dothe following: 1. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CREATE MYKEY is displayed. 2. Press an...

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 TO CLEAR MYKEY is displayed. 3. Press and release the RESET button. HOLD RESET TO CONFIRMCLEAR is displayed. 4. Press and hold the RESET button for two seco...

Troubleshooting Condition Potential Causes Can’t create a MyKey™ • Key in the ignition is already a MyKey™. • Key in the ignition is the last remaining admin key (there alwayshas to be at least one admin key). • Intelligent access key (if equipped) not in the backup slot — for vehicleswith push butt...

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...

towed to an authorized dealer. The key codes need to be erased fromyour vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed. Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an extra programmed keyaway from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent anyinconveniences. Please visit an authorized dea...

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 SEATS 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: Before...

Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward. Pull lever up to adjust the angle ofthe seatback. Four-way seat adjust (driver side only) Pump the handle upwards to raisethe cushion and pump downward tolower the cushion to the desiredlocation. Adjusting the power seats (if equipped) WARNING: Never adju...

WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety...

Move the switch in the direction ofthe arrows to raise or lower thefront portion of the seat cushion. Move the switch in the direction ofthe arrows to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion. Press the switch in the direction ofthe arrows to move the seatforward, backward, up or down. Usi...

Use the recliner handle to returnthe seatback to the desired position. REAR SEATS (IF EQUIPPED) Non-adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with second row outboard non-adjustable headrestraints. The head restraints can be rotated forward to improve rearvision when there are no rear occu...

Rear seat delete (if equipped) This is not a seating position.Persons or child seats cannot beplaced in the rear of vehicles withthe rear seat delete option. WARNING: In a collision, passengers who are unbelted are significantly more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to r...

How does the Personal Safety System™ work? The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of yourvehicle’s safety devices according to crash severity and conditions. Acollection of crash sensors provides information to the Restraints ControlModule (RCM). During a crash, the RCM may act...

effectiveness of the safety belts. In frontal collisions, the safety beltpretensioners can be activated alone or, if the collision is of sufficientseverity, together with the front airbags. Front safety belt energy management retractors The front outboard safety belt energy management retractors all...

Combination lap and shoulder belts The presenter arm (available on the coupe only) is intended to improveaccess to the safety belt and to allow access to the rear seat. Rotate the presenter arm toward thefront of the vehicle until it locksinto place. This allows easier accessto the front safety belt...

2. To unfasten, press the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle. 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 tethe...

Safety belt locking modes All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulderbelts. The driver safety belt has the first locking mode and the frontoutboard passenger and rear seat safety belts have both types of lockingmodes described as follows: Vehicle sensitive mode This is the ...

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 airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt propellant. This mayconsist of cornstarch, talcumpowder (to lubricate the bag) orsodium compounds (e.g., bakingsoda) that result from thecombustion pr...

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...

The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of thefront seats. In certain lateral collisions, the airbag on the side affected bythe collision will be inflated. The airbag was designed to inflate betweenthe door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection providedto occ...

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, orage Recommendedrestraint type Infants ortoddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) orless (generally age four oryounger) Use a child safetyseat (sometimescalled an infantcarrier, convertibleseat, or toddler seat). Smallch...

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children RestraintType Child Weight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LATCH(loweranchorsandtoptetheranchor) LATCH(loweranchorsonly) Safetybeltandtoptetheranchor Safetybelt andLATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor) Safetybelt...

WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, which may result in serious injury or death. WARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They can slide around and increase...

If the child is the proper height, age, and weight (as specified by yourchild safety seat or booster manufacturer), fits the restraint and can berestrained properly, then restrain the child in the child safety seat orwith the belt-positioning booster. Remember that child seats andbelt-positioning bo...

Vehicles without rear seats Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown.The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere otherthan the correct tether anchor. Once the child safety seat has been installed, using either the safety belt,the lower anchors of the LA...

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 165 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 1st...

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...

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest andrest snugly near the center of the shoulder. The drawings below comparethe ideal fit (cente...

Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind the back because it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the riskof injury or death in a collis...

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(front tires at top of diagram) 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, tire imbalance or mechanicalproblem involved before ti...

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...

Understanding your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) The tire pressure monitoring system measures pressure in your four roadtires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle. The low tirepressure warning light will turn on if the tire pressure is significantly low.Once the light is ill...

When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the tire pressure monitoring system is to warn youwhen your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system isno longer capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to thefollowing chart for information conc...

Low tirepressurewarning light Possiblecause Customer action required Flashing warninglight Spare tire inuse Your temporary spare tire is inuse. Repair the damaged roadwheel and re-mount it on thevehicle to restore systemfunctionality. For a description ofhow the system functions underthese condition...

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...

WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, lossof vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing ...

Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all runninglights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. Do not splice into the vehicle lamp wiring for trailer lamps. Yourvehicle uses an advanced electronic module to control andmonitor your vehicle lamp...

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

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off — locks the automatictransmission gearshift lever andallows key removal. Note: In order to switch off the engine while thevehicle is in motion, shift to neutraland use the brakes to bring thevehicle to a safe stop. After thevehicle has stopped, turn the engi...

WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period oftime, open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5 ...

• Make certain that the extension cord is in excellent condition (notpatched or spliced). Store your extension cord indoors attemperatures above 32°F (0°C). Outdoor conditions can deteriorateextension cords over a period of time. • To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater withu...

BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grindingor continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-outand should be inspected by an authorized dealer. If the vehicle hascontinuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, thevehicle ...

If the TCS is activated excessively in a short period of time, the brakingportion of the system may become temporarily disabled to allow thebrakes to cool down. In this situation, the TCS will use only enginepower reduction or transfer to help control the wheels fromover-spinning. When the brakes ha...

Note: If the battery is disconnected or removed, the steering setting will default to standard. Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. AXLE INFORMATION Traction-Lok™ axle (if equipped) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly whenone wheel is on a poor...

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 ...

3. 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...

WARNING: Objects in the blind spot mirror are closer than they appear. 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 thebo...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Vehicles sold in the U.S. : 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,...

Vehicles sold in the U.S. : 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 in the glove compartment. In Canada, the card isfound in the Warranty Guide ...

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF In the event of a moderate to severe collision, this vehicle is equippedwith a fuel pump shut-off feature that stops the flow of fuel to theengine. Not every impact will cause a shut-off. Should your vehicle shut off after a collision due to this feature, you mayrestart your vehic...

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 ...

If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 80A* Passenger compartment fusepanel 2 — Not used 3 — Not used 4 30A...

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...

Note: When the sealing compound is first added into the tire, theair pressure gauge reading on the compressor unit may indicate ahigher value; this is normal and should be no reason for concern.The pressure will drop after about 30 seconds of operation. Thetire pressure has to be checked with the co...

3. Turn the dial clockwise to the air position. Turn on the kit by pressingthe on/off button. 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 ...

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 authorizeddealer. While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line willprovide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingauthorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Plea...

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...

You can get more information by calling BBB AUTO LINE at1-800-955-5100, or writing to: BBB AUTO LINE4200 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 800Arlington, Virginia 22203–1833 BBB AUTO LINE applications can also be requested by calling the FordMotor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673. Note: F...

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 ...

For cloth tops wash with a high quality convertible topcleaner/protectant. • Do not use stiff bristle brushes or abrasive materials or cleaners. • Hot waxes applied by commercial car washes can affect thecleanability of vinyl material. • Using high water pressure or wand-type car washes against thec...

4. Remove the soaked cloth, and if it is not soiled badly, use this cloth toclean the area by using a rubbing motion for 60 seconds. 5. Following this, wipe area dry with a clean, white, cotton cloth. INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equipped with sideairbags: • Remo...

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 equipped with an aero-shield under the engine.Remove the front fasteners of the shield to gain access for service. Thisincludes oil and filter changes. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the ...

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

5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. • 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. 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. Maintenance and...

• 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 levels above the upper hole may cause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from...

economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization andApproval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japaneseautomobile manufacturers. To protect your engine and engine’s warranty, use Motorcraft 威 SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specificationWSS-M2C945-A. S...

It is recommended that the negative battery cable terminal bedisconnected from the battery if you plan to store your vehicle for anextended period of time. This will minimize the discharge of your batteryduring storage. Note: Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by...

3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. 4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 6. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process. • The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles (16 km)...

Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine coolant and waterconcentration. If the concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. A 50/50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Improved freeze protection. • Im...

WARNING: Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. WARNING: Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container. If sprayed on the...

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

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

What you should know about fail-safe cooling If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle tobe driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred.The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle loadand terrain. How fail-safe cooling work...

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 seek immediate repairs.When in fail-safe mode, the vehicle will have limited power, will not beable to maintain high-speed o...

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...

2. Open the fuel filler door by pressing the center of the door about oneinch from the door’s rear edge. 3. Slowly insert the fuel filler nozzle fully into the fuel system, and leavethe nozzle fully inserted until you are done pumping. Pump fuel asnormal. 4. After you are done pumping fuel, slowly r...

Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metalliccompounds, including manganese-based additives. Note: Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause powertrain damage, a loss of vehicle performance, and repairs may notbe covered under warranty. Octane recommendations...

Gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter should be used whenavailable. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet theWorld-Wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines toimprove air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the ...

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

The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and shouldnot be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling yourvehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not beable to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of thefuel tank due to the empty reserve still pres...

• Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bugdeflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski racks) may reducefuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first8–10 miles (12–16 km) of driv...

Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting theengine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. Theengine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. Ifthe vehicle is s...

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 manual transmission fill level is at the low...

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 and Lincoln owners have discovered thepowerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service planbacked by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. Up t...

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 of Canada, Limited. Depending on theplan you purchase, Ford ESP provides benefits such as: • R...

GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Why maintain your vehicle? This guide describes the scheduled maintenance required for yourvehicle. Carefully following this schedule helps protect against majorrepair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance andmay also help to increase the value of ...

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 dealership to properly diagnose and repairyour vehicle. Ford Motor Compa...

Convenience Many dealerships have extended evening and Saturday hours to makeyour service visit more convenient. How’s that for quality service? Factory-trained technicians Service technicians participate in extensive factory-sponsoredcertification training to help them become experts on the operati...

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 message center. Themessage center will display ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON or OILCH...

Oil Change S ervice Interval* 1 23456789 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 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-...

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 vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding conditions listed below, you will need to have some items maintainedmore frequently. If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additionalmain...

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 filter as indicated by messagecenter and perform services listed in the NormalScheduled Maintenance chart Inspect frequently, servi...

Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filterchange; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter (except Shelby 威 GT500 威 which does not have this feature). Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only) Every oil change interval – If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tan...

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 fluid and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axlesare lubricated for life. These fluids are not...

ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD 3.7L and 5.0L engines Initial change 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km)(whichever comes first) After initial change Every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km) Note: For Shelby GT500 vehicle, refer to your Shelby GT500 supplement Engine coolant change log D EALER V ALID...

A Accessory delay ..........................76 AdvanceTrac ..............................210 AdvanceTrac Sport Mode .........215 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ................................139, 147 and child safety seats ............141description ......................139, 147disposal ........

Emission control system ..........300 Engine ........................................311 cleaning ...................................269coolant .....................................285fail-safe cooling .......................290idle speed control ...................283lubrication specifications .......