Ford Mustang Owners Manual

							Make sure that the coolant level is
between the MIN and MAX marks on the
coolant reservoir.  If the coolant level is at
or below the minimum mark, add coolant
immediately.
The coolant concentration should be
maintained within 48% to 50%, which
equates to a freeze point between -30°F
(-34°C) and -34°F (-37°C).
Note:  Coolant expands when it is hot.  The
level may extend beyond the 
MAX mark.
Note: Do not use stop leak pellets, cooling
system sealants or additives as they can
cause damage to the engine cooling or
heating systems.
Adding Engine Coolant WARNINGS
Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap while the engine is running or hot.
Only add coolant when the engine is
cold. If the engine is hot, wait 10
minutes for the engine to cool down.
Do not allow the fluid to touch your
skin or eyes. If this happens, rinse the
affected areas immediately with
plenty of water and contact your physician. Undiluted coolant is flammable and
may ignite if spilled on a hot exhaust. Ford Motor Company does not recommend
the use of recycled engine coolant since a
Ford-approved recycling process is not yet
available.
Do not mix different colors or types of
coolant in your vehicle.
Note:
Add a 50/50 mixture of antifreeze
and water or prediluted engine coolant that
meets the correct specification.
Note: Use fluids which meet the
specifications or requirements defined. Use
of other fluids may lead to damage which
is not covered by your vehicle's Warranty.
See 
Capacities and Specifications (page
191).
To top up the coolant level do the
following:
1. Remove the coolant reservoir cap.
2. Add engine coolant to the MAX mark, do not overfill.
3. Replace the coolant reservoir cap.  Turn
it clockwise until you feel a strong
resistance.
Note: In case of emergency, you can add
water without engine coolant in order to
reach a vehicle service location.
Note: Prolonged use of an incorrect dilution
of engine coolant can cause engine damage,
such as corrosion, overheating or freezing.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK
If required, have an authorized dealer check
and change the transmission fluid at the
correct service interval.
The automatic transmission does not have
a transmission fluid dipstick.
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							Refer to your scheduled maintenance
information for scheduled intervals for fluid
checks and changes. Your transmission
does not consume fluid. However, if the
transmission slips, shifts slowly or if you
notice a sign of leaking fluid, contact an
authorized dealer.
Do not use supplemental transmission
fluid additives, treatments or cleaning
agents. The use of these materials may
affect transmission operation and result
in damage to internal transmission
components.
BRAKE FLUID CHECK
WARNINGS
Do not use any fluid other than the
recommended brake fluid as this will
reduce brake efficiency. Use of
incorrect fluid could result in the loss of
vehicle control, serious personal injury or
death. Only use brake fluid from a sealed
container. Contamination with dirt,
water, petroleum products or other
materials may result in brake system
damage or failure. Failure to adhere to this
warning could result in the loss of vehicle
control, serious personal injury or death. Do not allow the fluid to touch your
skin or eyes. If this happens, rinse the
affected areas immediately with
plenty of water and contact your physician. A fluid level between the MAX and
MIN lines is within the normal
operating range and there is no need
to add fluid. A fluid level not in the normal
operating range could compromise the
performance of the system. Have your
vehicle checked immediately. To avoid fluid contamination, the reservoir
cap must remain in place and fully tight,
unless you are adding fluid.
Only use fluid that meets Ford
specifications.  See 
Capacities and
Specifications (page 191).
CLUTCH FLUID CHECK -
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
The clutch and brake systems share the
same fluid reservoir.  See 
Brake Fluid
Check (page 158).
WASHER FLUID CHECK
When adding fluid, use a mixture of washer
fluid and water to help prevent freezing in
cold weather and improve the cleaning
capability.  For information on fluid dilution,
refer to the product instructions.
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							FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime
fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel
tank. Regular maintenance or replacement
is not needed.
CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY
WARNINGS
Batteries normally produce explosive
gases which can cause personal
injury. Therefore, do not allow
flames, sparks or lighted substances to
come near the battery. When working near
the battery, always shield your face and
protect your eyes. Always provide correct
ventilation. When lifting a plastic-cased battery,
excessive pressure on the end walls
could cause acid to flow through the
vent caps, resulting in personal injury and
damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift the
battery with a battery carrier or with your
hands on opposite corners. Keep batteries out of reach of
children. Batteries contain sulfuric
acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing. Shield your eyes when working
near the battery to protect against possible
splashing of acid solution. In case of acid
contact with skin or eyes, flush
immediately with water for a minimum of
15 minutes and get prompt medical
attention. If acid is swallowed, call a
physician immediately. Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after
handling. For vehicles with Auto-Start-Stop
the battery requirement is different.
You must replace the battery with
one of exactly the same specification. The battery is located in the engine
compartment.  See Under Hood
Overview (page 154).
Your vehicle has a maintenance-free
battery. It does not require additional water
during service.
If your vehicle battery has a cover, make
sure you correctly install it after cleaning
or replacing the battery.
For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the
top of the battery clean and dry and the
battery cables tightly fastened to the
battery terminals. If any corrosion is
present on the battery or terminals, remove
the cables from the terminals and clean
with a wire brush. You can neutralize the
acid with a solution of baking soda and
water.
We recommend that you disconnect the
negative battery cable terminal from the
battery if you plan to store your vehicle for
an extended period.
To maintain correct operation of the
battery management system, if you add
any electrical devices to your vehicle, do
not connect the ground connection directly
to the negative battery terminal. A
connection at the negative battery terminal
can cause inaccurate measurements of
the battery condition and potential
incorrect system operation.
Note: Electrical accessories or components
added to your vehicle by you or an
authorized dealer, may adversely affect
battery performance, durability and the
performance of other electrical systems on
your vehicle.
If a replacement battery is required, we
recommend you use a Ford replacement
battery that matches the electrical
requirements of your vehicle.
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							If you disconnect or replace the battery
and your vehicle has an automatic
transmission, transmission must relearn
its adaptive strategy. Because of this, the
transmission may shift firmly when first
driven. This is normal operation while the
transmission fully updates its operation to
optimum shift feel.
Remove and Reinstall the Battery
To disconnect or remove the battery, do
the following:
1.
Apply the parking brake and switch the
ignition off.
2. Switch all electrical equipment off, for
example lights and radio.
3. Wait a minimum of two minutes before
disconnecting the battery. *
4. Disconnect the negative battery cable terminal first.
5. Disconnect the positive battery cable terminal last.
6. Remove the battery securing clamp.
7. Remove the battery.
8. Install in the reverse order. **
* The engine management system has a
power hold function and remains powered
for a period after you switch the ignition
off. This is to allow diagnostic and adaptive
tables to be stored. Disconnecting the
battery without waiting can cause damage
not covered by the vehicle Warranty.
** Before reconnecting the battery, make
sure the ignition remains switched off.
Note: If you only disconnect the negative
battery cable terminal, make sure it is
isolated or placed away from the battery
terminal to avoid un-intended connection
or arcing.
Note: Make sure the battery cable terminals
are fully tightened. Note:
If you disconnect or replace the
battery, you must reset the clock and the
pre-set radio stations once the battery is
reconnected.
Battery Disposal Make sure that you dispose of
old batteries in an
environmentally friendly way.
Seek advice from your local authority
about recycling old batteries.
CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of
the blade to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid
or water applied with a soft sponge or
cloth.
CHANGING THE WIPER
BLADES - LHD
1. Pull the wiper blade and arm away
from the glass and press the locking
buttons together.
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							2. Rotate and remove the wiper blade.
3. Attach the new blade to the arm and
snap it into place.
Replace wiper blades at least once per
year for optimum performance.
Poor wiper quality can be improved by
cleaning the wiper blades and the
windshield.
CHANGING THE WIPER
BLADES - RHD
Replace the wiper blades at least annually
for optimum performance.
You can improve poor wiper quality by
cleaning the wiper blades and the
windshield.
Service Position
Note: Do not hold the wiper blade when
moving the wiper arm to the service position. Set the windshield wipers in the service
position to change the wiper blades.  You
can manually move the wiper arms to the
service position when you switch the
ignition off.  The windshield wipers return
to the starting position when you switch
the ignition on.
1. Switch the ignition off.
2. Manually move the wiper arms to the
service position.
Note: You cannot move the wiper arms to
the service position manually when you
switch the ignition on.
Note: You can use the service position to
provide easier access to the wiper blades
for freeing them from snow and ice.
Note: Make sure the windshield is free from
snow and ice before you switch the ignition
on.
Changing the Windshield Wiper
Blades
Note: Do not hold the wiper blade when
lifting the wiper arm.
Note: Make sure that the wiper arm does
not spring back against the glass when the
wiper blade is not attached. 1. Lift the wiper arm and then press the
wiper blade locking buttons together.
2. Slightly rotate the wiper blade.
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							3. Remove the wiper blade.
4. Install in the reverse order.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
- LHD
Vertical Aim
Headlamp Aim Target
8 ft (2.4 m).
A
Center height of lamp to ground.
B
25 ft (7.6 m).
C
Horizontal reference line.
D
Vertical Aim Adjustment
1. Park your vehicle on a level surface approximately 7.6 m (25 ft) away from
a vertical wall or screen.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Measure the height from the center of the headlamp to the ground.
Note: There may be an identifying mark on
the lens to help you locate the center of the
headlamp bulb.
4. Mark a horizontal reference line on the
vertical wall or screen that is a
minimum of 
2.4 m (8 ft) long. 5. Switch the low beam headlamps on
and open the hood. 6.
There is a distinct change from light to
dark in the left-hand portion of the
headlamp beam pattern. Position the
top edge of this cut-off 
7.5 cm (3 in)
below the horizontal reference line. 7. To adjust the vertical aim, use a
suitable tool to rotate the adjuster
clockwise or counterclockwise.
Note: To see a clearer light pattern while
adjusting one headlamp, block the light
from the other headlamp.
8. Close the hood and switch the low beam headlamps off.
Horizontal Aim Adjustment
Horizontal aim should not be required
although it is adjustable.
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							1. Locate the adjuster within the
extension tube attached to the rear of
the headlamp assembly.
2. To adjust the horizontal aim, use a suitable tool to rotate the adjuster
clockwise or counterclockwise.
Note: X: Toward the front of the vehicle. ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
- RHD
Vertical Aim
Headlamp Aim Target
8 ft (2.4 m).
A
Center height of headlamp to
the ground.
B
25 ft (7.6 m).
C
Horizontal reference line.
D
Vertical Aim Adjustment
1. Park your vehicle on a level surface approximately 7.6 m (25 ft) away from
a vertical wall or screen.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Measure the height from the center of the headlamp to the ground.
Note: There may be an identifying mark on
the lens to help you locate the center of the
headlamp bulb.
4. Mark a horizontal reference line on the
vertical wall or screen that is a
minimum of 
2.4 m (8 ft) long.
5. Switch the low beam headlamps on and open the hood.
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							6.
There is a distinct change from light to
dark in the right-hand portion of the
headlamp beam pattern. Position the
top edge of this cut-off 7.5 cm (3 in)
below the horizontal reference line. 7. To adjust the vertical aim, use a
suitable tool to rotate the adjuster
clockwise or counterclockwise.
Note: To see a clearer light pattern while
adjusting one headlamp, block the light
from the other headlamp.
8. Close the hood and switch the low beam headlamps off.
Horizontal Aim Adjustment
Horizontal aim should not be required
although it is adjustable. 1. Locate the adjuster within the
extension tube attached to the rear of
the headlamp assembly.
2. To adjust the horizontal aim, use a suitable tool to rotate the adjuster
clockwise or counterclockwise.
Note: X: Toward the front of the vehicle.
CHANGING A BULB WARNINGS
Switch the lamps and the ignition off.
Failure to do so could result in
serious personal injury.
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							WARNINGS
Bulbs become hot when in use. Let
them cool down before you remove
them.
Use the correct specification bulb.  See
Bulb Specification Chart (page 168).
The following instructions describe how to
remove the bulbs. Install in the reverse
order unless otherwise stated.
Headlamp Headlamp high and low beam.
A
Front Side Lamp 1. Remove the three wheel arch liner
fasteners. 2. Remove the outermost engine
undershield fastener.
3. Pull the wheel liner back toward the tire to gain access to the bulb.
4. Remove the bulb holder by pulling it straight out.
5. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
Headlamp Low and High Beam
Your vehicle has high intensity discharge
lamps. These lamps operate at a high
voltage. Contact an authorized dealer if
they fail.
Front Direction Indicator 1. Reposition the wheel arch liner, see
Front Side Lamp
.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
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							3.
Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise
and remove it.
4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
Daytime Running Lamp
Note: Do not touch the bulb glass.
1. Reposition the wheel arch liner, see Front Side Lamp. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
3.
Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise
and remove it.
Note: You cannot separate the bulb from
the bulb holder. Front Fog Lamp
Note:
Do not touch the bulb glass.
1. Reposition the wheel arch liner, see Front Side Lamp
. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
3.
Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise
and remove it.
Note: You cannot separate the bulb from
the bulb holder.
LED Lamps
LED lamps are not serviceable items.
Contact an authorized dealer if they fail.
The following are LED lamps:
• Rear lamp.
• Brake lamp.
• Central high mounted brake lamp.
• Rear direction indicator lamp.
• License plate lamp.
Reversing Lamp
1. Locate the reverse lamp bulb under the
rear bumper of your vehicle. To access
the bulb, reach behind the bumper.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
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