Ford 2012 Shelby GT 500 v.2- User Manual

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

DATA RECORDING Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting andstoring diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentiallyincludes information about the performance or status of various systemsand modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, st...

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

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

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Base 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, 2nd 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...

range, stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oillevel. Add oil if needed. If the oil level is correct, have your vehiclechecked at your authorized dealer. 6. Battery voltage gauge (optional V6 and GT cluster only): Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the on pos...

TIMER Timer displays the trip elapsed drive time. To operate, do the following: 1. Press and release RESET in order to start the timer. 2. Press and release RESET to pause the timer. 3. Press and hold RESET until the timer resets. Blank Screen The message center display will be blank after cycling t...

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, youcan 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. PressingRESET for less than three seconds will cycle back through the colors. UNITS Display...

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...

AM/FM radio / VOL (Power/Volume): Press to turn the radio on/off. Turn theknob to increase/decrease volume. If the volume is set above a certainlevel and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when theignition switch is turned back on. AM/FM: Press repea...

SEEK: Press SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel. If aspecific category is selected, (Jazz,Rock, News, etc.),press SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel in the selected category. Press and hold SEEK to fast seek through the previous/next channels. SCAN: Press SCAN for a brief sampling of al...

SATELLITE RADIO MENU: Press MENU when satellite radio mode isactive to access. Press OK to enterinto the satellite radio menu. Press SEEK to cycle through the following options: • CATEGORY MENU- Press OK to enter category mode. Press SEEK to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS 威 channel Cate...

Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS. d. DISABLE ALERTS/ENABLE ALERTS?: Press OK to enable/disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when yourselected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel. (The systemdefault is disabled.) SONG ALERTS ENABLED...

Sound adjustments Press SOUND repeatedly to cyclethrough the following features: • Shaker mode (if equipped): Press SEEK to turn Shaker mode on/off. • BASS: Press SEEK to adjust the level of bass or turn the TUNE knob. • TREBLE: Press SEEK to adjust the level of treble, or turn the TUNE knob. • BALA...

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

VOICE COMMANDS IN CLIMATE MODE Please refer to the Voice commands in climate mode section of the Navigation Supplement for more information on using voice commands with the climate control system. Operating tips • To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather,select (defrost). Temper...

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold or humidweather: 1. Select (defrost) or (floor/defrost) modes. To maximize performance select (defrost). 2. Select A/C. 3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER R Press ...

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...

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the leftturn signal. • Push up to activate the right turnsignal. The flash rate of the turn signal indicator will speed up considerably ifany of the turn signal lamps are out. Note: For sequential rear turn signal lamps, an outage of the inner most of the ...

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. 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...

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

Bounce-back (front windows only) When an obstacle has been detected in the window opening as thewindow is moving upward, the window will automatically move down andstop. Bounce-back override (front windows only) To override bounce-back, within two seconds after reaching bounce-backposition, if the s...

Rear power windows manual override (convertible only) The rear quarter window switch will not operate under the followingconditions: • Convertible top is moving • Convertible top is not completely up or down In the event that the rear quarter window switch does not operate whenthe convertible top is...

Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interiorrear view mirror since this may impair proper mirrorperformance. Note: A rear center passenger and/or raised rear center headrest (if equipped) may also block the light from reaching the sensor. Do not clean the housing or glass of any mi...

SPEED CONTROL With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keepingyour foot on the accelerator pedal. WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. Using speed controls The speed controls are located on the steering wheel. T...

UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a universal garage door opener whichcan be used to replace the common hand-held transmitter. Car2U 姞 Home Automation System (if equipped) The Car2U 威 Home Automation System is a universal transmitterlocated in the driver’s ...

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT WARNING: Always use floor mats that are designed to fit the foot well of your vehicle. Only use floor mats that leave the pedal area unobstructed. Only use floor mats that are firmly secured toretention posts so that they cannot slip out of position and interferewith the...

2. Install the boot on the right side tucking in the front part of the bootin the quarter panel and hooking the retaining clip on the side. 3. Install the boot on the left side tucking in the front part of the boot inthe quarter panel and hooking the retaining clip on the side. 4. Tuck the boot corn...

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 keyhead transmitters(IKTs). The key blade functions as aprogrammed key which starts thevehicle and unlocks/locks all thedoors. The transmitter portionfunctions as the remote entrytransmitter. Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-p...

MYKEY 姞 The MyKey 威 feature allows you to program a restricted driving mode to promote good driving habits. All but one of the keys programmed to thevehicle can be activated as a MyKey 威 . The key will remain restricted until MyKey 威 is cleared. Any remaining keys are referred to as an “administrato...

Clear MyKey 威 To reset all MyKeys 威 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...

POWER DOOR LOCKS The power door lock controls are located on the driver and frontpassenger door panels. Press the control to unlock all doors. Press the control to lock all doors. Locking and unlocking with keys Your vehicle’s keys are designed to lock and unlock the driver’s door, aswell as open th...

Power door unlock/lock procedure You must complete Steps 1-5 within 30 seconds or the procedure willhave to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you mustwait 30 seconds. Note: All doors must be closed and remain closed throughout the configuration process. 1. The ignition must be off ...

INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartmentrelease handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults inthe event they become locked inside the luggage compartment. Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the oper...

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM The integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) complies with part 15 of theFCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,in...

Replacing the battery The integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) or intelligent access key (IAkey) uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. Integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin in the slot nearthe key ring to remove the batterycov...

Illuminated entry The interior lamps and turn signal lamps illuminate when the integratedkeyhead transmitter is used to unlock the door(s). The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: • the ignition switch is turned to the on position, or • the integrated keyhead transmitter l...

Note: The SecuriLock 威 passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems mayresult in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or sim...

ACTIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The active anti-theft system is designed to warn you in the event of anunauthorized entry to your vehicle and is also designed to help preventthe unwanted towing of the vehicle. When the vehicle is locked and armed, the active anti-theft systemmonitors the foll...

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...

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. Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is locatedon the top of the driver’...

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...

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

SAFETY BELT SYSTEM WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the veh...

WARNING: Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a childanywhere near them. WARNING: Front and rear seat occupants, including pregnant women, should wear safety belts fo...

1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until you hear a snap and feelit latch. Make sure the tongue issecurely fastened in the buckle. 2. To unfasten, press the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle. WARNING: The cen...

Pregnant women should alwayswear their safety belt. The lap beltportion of a combination lap andshoulder belt should be positionedlow across the hips below the bellyand worn as tight as comfort willallow. The shoulder belt should bepositioned to cross the middle ofthe shoulder and the center of thec...

How to use the automatic locking mode 1. Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt. 2. Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entire beltis pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clickingsound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the auto...

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

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 for gooddrivers. 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 likely toDIE. 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...

If you think that the status of the passenger airbag off indicator lamp isincorrect, check for the following: • Objects lodged underneath the seat • Objects between the seat cushion and the center console (if equipped) • Objects hanging off the seat back • Objects stowed in the seatback map pocket (...

WARNING: Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. WARNING: If the side airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again.The side airbag system(including the seat) must beinspected and serviced by anauthorized dealer . If the airbag is not r...

The system can be turned off when any one of the following actions aretaken by the driver or any other person: • pressing the hazard control button, • or pressing the panic button on the remote entry transmitter. The feature will continue to operate until the vehicle runs out of power. Disposal of a...

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommendedrestraint type Infants ortoddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) orless (generally age four or younger) Use a child safety seat(sometimes called aninfant carrier, convertibleseat, or toddler seat). Smal...

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 ordeath. WARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They can slide around and increase ...

Follow all the safety restraint and airbag precautions that apply to adultpassengers in your vehicle. 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 c...

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...

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...

Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, stops and turns • Avoid potholes and objects on the road • Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking WARNING: If your vehicle is stuck...

Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance chapter) will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance and longer tire life. • Rear-wheel drive (RWD) vehicles(front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire w...

7. H: Indicates the tire’s speed rating. The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods oftime under a standard condition of load and inflation pressure. The tireson your vehicle may operate at different conditions for load and inflationpressure. The...

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 a TPMS in this section. When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function o...

Low tirepressurewarning light Possible cause Customer action required Flashingwarning light Spare tire in use Repair the damaged road wheel/tire and reinstall it on the vehicle torestore system functionality. For adescription on how the systemfunctions, refer to When your temporary spare tire is ins...

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...

Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it isproperly attached to your vehicle. Contact your authorized dealer or areliable trailer dealer as soon as possible if you require assistance. Hitches Do not use a hitch that clamps onto the vehicle’s bumper; use aload-c...

Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Do not drive faster than 70 mph (113 km/h) during the first 500 miles(800 km) of trailer towing and don’t make full-throttle starts. • Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • U...

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...

3. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (st...

• Do not use multiple extension cords. Instead, use one extension cordwhich is long enough to reach from the engine block heater cord tothe outlet without stretching. • Make certain that the extension cord is in excellent condition (notpatched or spliced). Store your extension cord indoors attempera...

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 ...

Selectable steering You can select the desired steering feel through the message center. Thesettings are: • Standard: Default factory setting. • Sport: Slightly higher effort required for steering with more road forcefelt through the steering wheel. • Comfort: Slightly less effort required for steer...

BRAKE-SHIFT INTERLOCK This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that preventsthe gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition isin the on position unless the brake pedal is pressed.If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition inthe on p...

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. Never drive through waterthat is higher than the bottom ofthe wheel rims (for cars) or thebottom of the hubs (for trucks). When dr...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Vehicles sold in the U.S. : Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Companyoffers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program isseparate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24-hours...

If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearestdealership within 35 miles (56 km). To obtain reimbursementinformation, U.S. Ford vehicle customers call 1-800-241-3673. Customerswill be asked to submit their origi...

In some instances the vehicle may not restart the first time you try torestart and may take one additional attempt. WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary repair fuel leaks after a collision may increase the risk of fire and serious injury. Ford Motor Company recommends that the fuel system be...

COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 60A — — Blue Yellow Yellow 70A — — Tan — Brown 80A — — Natural Black Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located in the lower passenger side area behind thekick panel. Open the trim p...

WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. WARNING: To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer t...

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...

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

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

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

8. Inflate the tire to the pressurelisted on the tire label located onthe driver’s door or the door jambarea. 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 conc...

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

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

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...

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

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 Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www.ford.ca Additional assistance If you have questions or concerns, or are unsatisfied with the service youare receiving, follow ...

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

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 cause damage. • 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...

• The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol orMotorcraft 威 Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32-A) in the U.S., or Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid [CXC-37-(A, B,D, or F)] in Canada, available from your authorized dealer. Thiswasher fluid contains special soluti...

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

FORD AND LINCOLN CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln authorized dealer has many quality productsavailable to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These qualityproducts have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotiveneeds; they are custom designed to complement the style andap...

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. Maintenance and Specifications 278 2012 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...

Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certificationtrademark. 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 fue...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft 威 maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life ofservice. Note: If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it isreinstalled after the battery hasbeen cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free opera...

If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery isreconnected. • Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized...

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be atthe FULL COLD level, or withinthe COLD FILL or MIN / MAXrange as listed on the enginecoolant reservoir (dependingupon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service...

Note: Do not use stop leak pellets or cooling system sealants/additives as they can cause damage to the engine cooling and/or heating systems.This damage would not be covered under your vehicle’s warranty. • A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added, in caseof emergency, to reach a...

If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill the radiatoruntil the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full. 6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. Cap must be tightlyinstalled to prevent coolant loss. After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration ...

• If available, refer to the chart on the coolant container toensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provideadequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which youdrive in the winter months. If you drive in extremely hot climates: • It is still necessary to maintain the coolant co...

Continued operation will increase the engine temperature: • The engine will completely shut down. • Steering and braking effort will increase. Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Takeyour vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible to minimizeengine damage. When ...

• Be particularly careful if you are taking “Antabuse” or other forms ofdisulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism. Breathing gasoline vapors, orskin contact could cause an adverse reaction. In sensitive individuals,serious personal injury or sickness may result. If fuel is splashed on theskin, prom...

Easy Fuel 姞 “no cap” fuel system Your fuel tank is equipped with an Easy Fuel 威 “no cap” fuel filler system. This allows you to simply open the fuel filler door and insert the fuelfiller nozzle into the fuel system. The Easy Fuel 威 system is self-sealing and protected against dust, dirt, water and s...

Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximumof 10% ethanol. Do not use fuel ethanol (E85), diesel, methanol, leadedfuel or any other fuel. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law andcould damage your vehicle. Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or ...

Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-Wide Fuel Charterthat recommends gasoline specifications to provide improvedperformance and emission control system protection for your vehicle.Gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter should be used whenavailable. Ask your fuel supplier about...

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...

Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to changea number of variables and improve your fuel economy. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually gi...

• Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bugdeflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski racks) may reducefuel economy. • Using fuel ble...

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...

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 filter elementlisted. Refer to Motorcraft 威 part numbers in this chapter. WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/...

5. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps. Be surethat the air cleaner cover tabs are engaged into the slots of the aircleaner housing. Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty may be void for any damage tothe e...

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 3.7L V6 engine 5.0L V8 engine Air filter element FA-1897 FA-1897 Battery 2 BXT-96R-590 BXT-96R-590 Oil filter FL-500-S FL-500-S Spark plugs 1 Cabin air filter FP53 FP53 Windshield wiperblade WW-2201-PF (driver side) WW-2001-PF (passenger side) 1 For spark plug repla...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY) More than 32 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? Carefully following this schedule helps protect against major repairexpenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance and may alsohelp to increase the value of your vehicle when you sell or trade it. It is your responsibility to see ...

Genuine Ford parts and service When planning your maintenance services, consider your dealership forall your vehicle’s needs. There are a lot of reasons why visiting your dealership for all yourservice needs is a great way to help keep your vehicle running great. Convenience Many dealerships have ex...

NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ – 3.7L and 5.0L engines Your vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ thatdetermines when the engine oil should be changed based on how yourvehicles is used. By using several important factors in its calculations,the...

Normal Scheduled Maintenance At every oil changeinterval as indicatedby the messagecenter Change engine oil and filter Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure treaddepth Perform multi-point inspection (recommended) Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (ifequipped with dipstick); consult de...

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 – 3.7L AND 5.0L ENGINES If you operate your vehicle primarily in any of the following conditions, you need to perform additional maintenance as indicated. If you occasionally operate your vehicle under any of these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additiona...

Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy commercial use (i.e. delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery) As required Change engine oil and filter as indicated bymessage center and perform services listed inNormal Scheduled Maintenance chart Inspect frequently,service as re...

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 There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listed below: Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped withFord-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluidunless a le...

Edge/MKX AWD only – vehicles operating off-road in sand during highambient temperatures must replace the AWD PTU (All-wheel drivePower Transfer Unit) lube every 20,000 miles (32,000 km). Engine air filter & cabin air filter replacement: Engine air filter and cabin air filter life is dependent on...

A Accessory delay ..........................77 AdvanceTrac ..............................209 AdvanceTrac Sport Mode .........214 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ................................142, 150 and child safety seats ............144description ......................142, 150disposal ........

Engine ........................................309 cleaning ...................................266coolant .....................................283fail-safe cooling .......................287idle speed control ...................281lubrication specifications .......306refill capacities .................