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Ford 2012 Mustang, Owner'S Manual

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4. Clip the tether strap to the
anchor as shown.

If the tether strap is clipped
incorrectly, the child safety seat may
not be retained properly in the
event of a collision.

5. Tighten the child safety seat
tether strap according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.

If the safety seat is not anchored
properly, the risk of a child being
injured in a collision greatly
increases.

For convertible:

1. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the top of the head
restraint.

The tether anchors are located
rearward of the seatback in the
convertible top sling.

Note:

For easier access, attach the

tether with the convertible top up.

Seating and Safety Restraints

168

2012 05+ Mustang

(197)

Owners Guide, 3rd Printing
USA

(fus)

Summary of Contents for 2012 Mustang

Page 1: ...al heating and air conditioning 48 Navigation system based climate control 51 Rear window defroster 55 Lights 56 Headlamps 56 Turn signal control 61 Interior lamps 62 Bulb replacement 62 Driver Controls 70 Windshield wiper washer control 70 Steering wheel adjustment 71 Power windows 75 Mirrors 78 Speed control 79 Locks and Security 96 Keys 96 Locks 102 Anti theft system 112 Table of Contents 1 201...

Page 2: ...06 Brakes 212 AdvanceTrac威 213 Transmission operation 221 Reverse sensing system 226 Rear view camera system 228 Roadside Emergencies 232 Getting roadside assistance 232 Hazard flasher control 233 Fuel pump shut off 234 Fuses and relays 234 Changing tires 242 Temporary mobility kit 247 Wheel lug nut torque 256 Jump starting 257 Wrecker towing 260 Customer Assistance 262 Reporting safety defects U ...

Page 3: ...333 Index 345 The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print In the interest of continuous development we reserve the right to change specifications design or equipment at any time without notice or obligation No part of this publication may be reproduced transmitted stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means witho...

Page 4: ...particular vehicle Furthermore due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available Remember to pass on this Owner s Guide when reselling the vehicle It is an integral part of the vehicle WARNING Fuel pump shut off In the event of an accident this feature will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine It can also be activated through sudden vibration e g col...

Page 5: ... birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm PERCHLORATE MATERIAL Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules safety belt pretensioners and button cell batteries may contain Perchlo...

Page 6: ... is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls WARNING Please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System SRS in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury WARNING Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag DATA RECORDING Servi...

Page 7: ... is designed to record such data as How various systems in your vehicle were operating Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled fastened How far if at all the driver was depressing the accelerator and or the brake pedal and How fast the vehicle was travelling and Where the driver was positioning the steering wheel This data can help provide a better understanding of the ci...

Page 8: ...p shut off Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist may also be capable of being used to electronically or verbally provide to 911 operators the vehicle location such as latitude and longitude and or other details about the vehicle or crash or personal information about the occupants to assist 911 operators to provide the most appropriate emergency services If you do not want to disclose this inf...

Page 9: ...t may take your focus off the road Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving and that you comply with all applicable laws EXPORT UNIQUE NON UNITED STATES CANADA VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION For your particular global region your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the fea...

Page 10: ...her Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Parking Aid System Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist Introduction 10 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 11: ...nt Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning Introduction 11 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 12: ...that may become serious enough to cause extensive repairs A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle s functions Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulbs work If any light remains on after starting the vehicle refer to the respective system warning light for additional information OFF OFF Instrument Cluster 12 2012 05 Mustang...

Page 13: ... misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter Drive in a moderate fashion avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration and contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible WARNING Under engine misfire conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter the fuel system interior floor coverings or other vehicle components possibly causing a fire Brake sy...

Page 14: ...flash or remains on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible A chime will sound if there is a malfunction in the indicator light Safety belt Reminds you to fasten your safety belt A Belt Minder威 chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate deactivate the Belt Minder威 chime feature Charging system Illuminates...

Page 15: ...ulb is working If the light does not turn on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible For more information on this system refer to Tire pressure monitoring system TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter AdvanceTrac威 traction control active Flashes when the system is active If the light remains on a malfunction has been detected contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Refe...

Page 16: ...ve function of the transmission has been turned off and the grade assist function has been turned on refer to the Driving chapter Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on If the indicators stay on or flash faster check for a burned out bulb High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on Key in ignition warning chime Sounds whe...

Page 17: ...GAUGES Base V6 engine instrument cluster standard measure shown metric similar 1 2 3 4 Instrument Cluster 17 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 18: ...rade The fuel icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located 3 Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates engine coolant temperature At normal operating temperature the needle will be in the normal range between H and C If it enters the red section the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine and let the engine cool...

Page 19: ...s the distance of individual journeys For trip odometer refer to Message center in this chapter MESSAGE CENTER Your vehicle s message center allows you to configure personalize certain vehicle options to suit your needs The message center is also capable of monitoring many vehicle systems and will alert you to potential vehicle problems and various conditions with an informational message followed...

Page 20: ... fuel economy in miles gallon or liters 100 km If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing distance traveled by gallons of fuel used liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill up Differences in the automatic shut off points on the fuel pumps at service stations Vari...

Page 21: ...until the timer resets Blank Screen The message center display will be blank after cycling through all of the Info menu items System check and vehicle feature customization Press the SETUP button repeatedly to cycle the message center through the following features Note Not all personalization items will appear unless your vehicle is so equipped RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK When this message appears pre...

Page 22: ...gher effort required for steering with more road force felt through the steering wheel See note below COMFORT Slightly less effort required for steering with less road force felt through the steering wheel Note When AdvanceTrac威 sport mode is on or when AdvanceTrac威 and traction control are off the steering feel will be locked in sport mode The display will show STEERING FEEL SPORT LOCKED and the ...

Page 23: ...ect one of the preset colors for halo lighting or create up to three custom colors using the MyColor威 feature Note Headlamps or parking lamps must be on to set up colors To choose colors for the gauges halo color or ambient lighting do the following 1 Press SETUP to reach the GAUGE COLOR AMBIENT COLOR or HALO COLOR menu 2 Press RESET to scroll through the following color options ICE BLUE BLUE WHIT...

Page 24: ...to three minutes after the ignition is switched off Press RESET to select the new Autolamp delay values of 0 10 20 30 60 90 120 or 180 seconds AUTOLOCK This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the vehicle is shifted into any gear and driven For more information refer to Autolock in the Locks and Security chapter Press RESET to turn autolock on or off AUTOUNLOCK This feature automati...

Page 25: ...ng messages This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message Warning messages that have been reset are divided into three categories They will not disappear until a condition is changed They will reappear on the display 10 minutes from the reset They will not reappear until an igniti...

Page 26: ...isplayed when one or more tires on your vehicle has low tire pressure Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT Displayed when the tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning If the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT Displayed when a tire pressure sensor...

Page 27: ...on KEY COULD NOT PROGRAM Displayed when an attempt is made to program a spare key using two existing MyKeys Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information VEHICLE SPEED 80 MPH MAX Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the Admin has enabled the MyKey speed limit and the vehicle speed is 80 mph 130 km h Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information SP...

Page 28: ...ional setting is on Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information TRACKEY ACTIVE TRACK USE ONLY Boss威 302 only Displayed when a trackey is in use Refer to the Boss威 302 supplement for more information TRACKEY IDLE ENABLED Boss威 302 only Displayed when a trackey is in use Refer to the Boss威 302 supplement for more information 1 4 SHIFT FOR FUEL ECONOMY Displayed on manual t...

Page 29: ...cable state and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving Accessory delay Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay With this feature the radio and other electrical accessories may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened Setting the clock To set the time press CLOCK The display will read SET TIME Use the memory...

Page 30: ...SEEK to access the previous next strong radio station SCAN Press for a brief sampling of all strong radio stations MEMORY PRESETS 0 9 When tuned to any station press and hold a preset button until sound returns and PRESET SAVED appears in the display You can save up to 30 stations 10 in AM 10 in FM1 and FM2 Saving presets automatically Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations w...

Page 31: ...switch RDS ON and OFF When RDS is OFF you will not be able to search for RDS equipped stations or view the station name or type CAT Category FOLD Folder This feature allows you to select from various music categories To change RDS categories Press MENU repeatedly until RDS ON OFF appears in the display Use SEEK to toggle RDS between ON OFF Press CAT PRESS UP OR DOWN TO CHANGE RDS CATEGORY will app...

Page 32: ...g of all tracks on the current disc or MP3 folder DIRECT In CD mode Press DIRECT The display will read DIRECT TRACK MODE SELECT TRACK Enter the desired track number using the memory preset buttons 0 9 The system will then begin playing that track In MP3 folder mode Press DIRECT and the memory preset buttons 0 9 of the desired folder The system will advance to that specific folder TEXT In MP3 mode ...

Page 33: ...disc currently playing Satellite radio if equipped Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability SIRIUS Press repeatedly to access satellite radio mode if equipped Press repeatedly to cycle through SAT1 SAT2 and SAT3 modes TUNE Turn to go to the next previous available SIRIUS威 satellite station DIRECT Press DIRECT then ...

Page 34: ...ound returns TEXT Press and release to display the artist and song title While in TEXT MODE press again to scroll through the Artist AR Song SO Channel CH and Category CA In TEXT MODE Sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed When the indicator is active press TEXT and then press SEEK to view the additional display text CAT Category FOLD Folder Press to switch between turning ...

Page 35: ...en the chosen song is playing on any satellite radio channel the system will alert you with an audible prompt Press OK while SONG ALERT is in the display and the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song You can save up to 20 song titles If you attempt to save more than 20 titles the display will read REPLACE SONG Press OK to access the saved titles and press SEEK to cycle throu...

Page 36: ...T 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 read ENTER PIN Enter your four digit PIN number initial PIN is 1234 and the system will lock unlock the channel and CHANNEL LOCKED or UNLOCKED will be displayed Note you must be tuned to the spec...

Page 37: ... Press SEEK to adjust the audio between the left L and right R speakers or turn the TUNE knob FADE Press SEEK to adjust the audio between the back B and front F speakers or turn the TUNE knob SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME With this feature on radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise The default setting is off Use SEEK to adjust between S...

Page 38: ... equipped with SYNC威 press to access SYNC PHONE features For further information please refer to the SYNC威 information included with your vehicle If your vehicle is not equipped with SYNC威 the display will read NO PHONE 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 wh...

Page 39: ...th stereo male 1 8 in 3 5 mm connectors at each end To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack 1 Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off 2 Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully charged and that the device is turned off 3 Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone output of your player and the other end of the a...

Page 40: ...r 4 The portable music player must be controlled in the same manner when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control play pause etc over the attached portable music player 5 For safety reasons connecting or adjusting the settings on your portable music player should not be attempted while the vehicle is moving Also the portable music player should be stored in a secure location ...

Page 41: ...n Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC Those frequencies are AM 530 540 1700 1710 kHz FM 87 7 87 9 107 7 107 9 MHz Radio reception factors There are three factors that can affect radio reception Distance strength The further you travel from an FM station the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings power lines electric fences traffic lights and ...

Page 42: ...tended periods of time Clean using a circular motion CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4 75 in 12 cm audio compact discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached Entertainment Systems 42 2012 05...

Page 43: ...ack MP3 track mode system default and MP3 folder mode For more information on track and folder mode refer to Sample MP3 structure in the following section MP3 track mode ignores any folder structure on the MP3 disc The player numbers each MP3 track on the disc noted by the mp3 file extension from T001 to a maximum of T255 Note The maximum number of playable MP3 files may be less depending on the s...

Page 44: ...radio information if equipped Satellite radio channels SIRIUS威 broadcasts a variety of music news sports weather traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels For more information and a complete list of SIRIUS威 satellite radio channels visit www sirius com in the United States www siriuscanada ca in Canada or call SIRIUS威 at 1 888 539 7474 Satellite radio reception factors To receive the sate...

Page 45: ...S威 satellite radio system include Hardware and limited subscription term which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle For information on extended subscription terms the online media player and other SIRIUS威 features please contact SIRIUS威 at 1 888 539 7474 Note SIRIUS威 reserves the unrestricted right to change rearrange add or delete programming including canceling moving or adding par...

Page 46: ...he channel was one of your presets you may choose another channel for that preset button UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not available for this channel Contact SIRIUS威 at 1 888 539 7474 to subscribe to the channel or tune to another channel NO TEXT Artist information not available Artist information not available at this time on this channel The system is working properly NO TEXT Song title information ...

Page 47: ...539 7474 Satellite service has been deactivated by SIRIUS威 satellite radio Call SIRIUS威 at 1 888 539 7474 to re activate or resolve subscription issues NAVIGATION SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a navigation system Refer to the Navigation System supplement for further information SYNC姞 IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC威 a hands free communications and entertai...

Page 48: ...er to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information 3 Multifunction control Press repeatedly to cycle through the settings to choose Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents de mister vents and floor vents The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging Distributes air through the instrument panel vents Distributes air through the instrum...

Page 49: ...seat control if equipped Press to control the passenger heated seat Refer to Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information 8 Temperature control Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle 9 Fan speed adjustment Turn to select the desired fan speed 10 Driver heated seat control if equipped Press to control the driver seat Refer to Heated seats in the Sea...

Page 50: ... in MAX A C mode 1 Move temperature control to the coolest setting 2 Set the fan to the highest speed initially then adjust to maintain comfort For maximum cooling performance in panel or panel floor modes 1 Move temperature control to the coolest setting 2 Select A C and recirculated air to provide colder airflow 3 Set the fan to the highest speed initially then adjust to maintain comfort To aid ...

Page 51: ...roster Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and heated mirrors the same button will activate both 3 A C Press to activate deactivate air conditioning Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency A C engages automatically in Max A C defrost and floor defrost 4 Passenger temperature P...

Page 52: ...ulated air to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature 9 Driver temperature Press to increase decrease the air temperature for the driver side of the vehicle This control also adjusts the passenger side temperature when dual zone operation is disengaged 10 Driver heated seat if equipped Press to control the driver heated seat Refer to Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restrai...

Page 53: ...stributes air through the windshield defroster vents de mister vents and floor vents The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging To return to full automatic control press AUTO on the main bezel Fan Speed Press to decrease increase the fan speed Dual Press to activate deactivate separate driver and passenger temperature controls Max A C Distributes recirculated air th...

Page 54: ... are driving during extreme high ambient temperatures and idling for extended periods of time in gear it is recommended to run the A C in the MAX A C mode adjust the blower fan speed to the lowest setting and put the vehicle s transmission in P Park to continue to receive cool air from your A C system For maximum cooling performance MAX A C in AUTO 1 Press AUTO control 2 Set to desired temperature...

Page 55: ...located just in front of the windshield under the cowl grille on the passenger side of the vehicle The particulate air filtration system is designed to reduce the concentration of airborne particles such as dust spores and pollen in the air being supplied to the interior of the vehicle The particulate filtration system gives the following benefits to customers Improves the customer s driving comfo...

Page 56: ...e in daytime illumination mode If the headlamps or parking lamps are on and nighttime conditions are detected the vehicle will be in nighttime illumination mode Note The panel dimmer control works only in nighttime illumination mode It has no effect in daytime illumination mode Also selectable features such as gauge color and halo color will not be available in daytime illumination mode Autolamp c...

Page 57: ...e changed To program the auto lamp exit time delay 1 Start with the ignition off and the headlamp control in the autolamp position 2 Turn the headlamp control to off 3 Turn the ignition on and then back to off 4 Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position The headlamps will turn on 5 Wait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want up to three minutes then turn the headlamps off ...

Page 58: ...eadlamps or turns the front fog lamps on vehicles equipped with HID headlamps To activate the ignition must be in the on position the headlamp control is in the off or parking lamp position and the parking brake must be disengaged WARNING Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Lamp DRL system does not activate the tail lamps and generally ...

Page 59: ...e instrument panel switch lighting will remain lit Note If the battery is disconnected discharged or a new battery is installed the dimmer switch requires re calibration Rotate the dimmer switch from the full dim position to the full dome on position to reset This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properl...

Page 60: ...o illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood To see a clearer light pattern for adjusting block the light from one headlamp while adjusting the other For vehicles with halogen headlamps On the wall or screen you will observe a flat zone of high intensity light located at the top of the right hand portion of the beam pattern If the top edge of the high intensity light zone is not at the horizo...

Page 61: ...ose the hood and turn off the lamps TURN SIGNAL CONTROL Push down to activate the left turn signal Push up to activate the right turn signal The flash rate of the turn signal indicator will speed up considerably if any of the turn signal lamps are out Note For sequential rear turn signal lamps an outage of the inner most of the three compartments will result in this rapid flash rate Lights 61 2012...

Page 62: ...sation can occur when the temperature is cold When normal condensation occurs a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the lens The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during normal operation Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry weather conditions Examples of acceptable condensation are Presence of thin mist no streaks drip marks or droplets Fine mist cov...

Page 63: ...amp halogen 3457 or 3457K Front park turn lamp HID 3457AK amber Sidemarker front rear 194 Fog lamp 9145 GT or H11 Pony V6 or GT Cal Special if equipped Tail lamp brake lamp turn lamp LED L1230R 3N and L3230R 4CX High mount stoplamp LED Non replaceable LEDs Backup lamp 912 License plate lamp C5WL Dome Map lamp 168 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted To replace all instrument...

Page 64: ...ly and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated Install the new bulb in reverse order Replacing HID headlamp bulbs if equipped The headlamps on your vehicle use a high intensity discharge source These lamps operate at a high voltage When the bulb is b...

Page 65: ...e the hex head screws attaching the underbody forward aeroshield and remove to gain access to the front parking lamp turn signal assembly 3 Rotate the socket counterclockwise and remove from the lamp assembly 4 Carefully pull the bulb straight out of socket Install the new bulb in reverse order Lights 65 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 66: ... the bulb straight out of socket Replacing tail lamp brake rear turn signal lamps See your authorized dealer for replacement LED assembly The tail lamp the brake lamp and the turn signal lamp are located in the tail lamp assembly Follow the same steps to replace these lamps 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position then open the trunk 2 Carefully remove the fasteners around the lamp a...

Page 67: ...ed in the tail lamp assembly Follow the same steps to replace either bulb 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position then open the trunk 2 Carefully remove the fasteners around the lamp area then remove the interior trunk trim 3 Unbolt the three tail lamp attachment nuts and remove the lamp assembly 4 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp assembly 5 Pull t...

Page 68: ...reverse order Replacing fog lamp bulbs GT if equipped 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the hood 2 Remove the sight shield by loosening the fasteners with a flathead screwdriver 3 Remove the two underhood bolts attaching the bumper cover next to the grill and then pull the cover grille fog lamp assembly forward to access the fog lamp bulbs 4 Disconnect the electrical...

Page 69: ...ion and open the hood 2 Remove the hex head screws attaching the underbody forward aeroshield and remove to gain access to the fog lamp assembly 3 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling it straight off 4 Rotate the bulb counterclockwise and remove from the lamp assembly Install the new bulb in reverse order Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is...

Page 70: ...ot operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty This may cause the washer pump to overheat Check the washer fluid level frequently Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry This may scratch the glass damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield always use the windshield washer In freezing weather be sure the wiper ...

Page 71: ... lock the steering column WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR IF EQUIPPED Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamp Slide on rod feature Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage Note To stow the visor back into the headliner visor must be retracted before moving it back towa...

Page 72: ...itional accessories are available from your authorized dealer See the Accessories chapter for more information ELECTRONIC COMPASS IF EQUIPPED The compass heading is displayed in the center integrated display CID The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings bridges power lines and powerful broadcast antenna Magnetic or metallic objects placed in on or near the vehicle may...

Page 73: ...er repeatedly until ZONE XX changes to the correct zone 1 15 in the CID 5 The direction will display after the buttons are released The zone is now updated Compass calibration adjustment Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines For optimum calibration turn off all electrical accessories heater air conditioning wipers etc and make sure all vehicl...

Page 74: ...he compass is now calibrated CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle is equipped with a variety of console features These include Dual cupholders in front of console pull door open to access Lockable storage bin use ignition key to lock unlock the console bin and press the latch to open the console Auxiliary power point Coin holder slots Audio input jack USB port if equipped WARNING Use only soft cups in the ...

Page 75: ...being blown do not use the power point s over the vehicle capacity of 12VDC 180W 15A If the power point or cigar lighter socket is not working a fuse may have blown Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and replacing fuses To have full capacity usage of your power point the engine is required to be running to avoid unintentional discharge of the ...

Page 76: ...etent and release quickly The window will close fully Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation Restoring the one touch up functionality front windows only Under low battery power conditions one touch up only functionality may be lost To reset this function after restoring full battery power pull the switch to the one touch up position hold the switch until the glas...

Page 77: ...ow loses its calibration your short drop feature will lower the window but will not raise it again when the door is closed To re calibrate the window pull the switch up to raise the window until it completes its travel and hold the switch up for two seconds Another possible effect of lost calibration is that the feature may not lower the window To re calibrate the window in this case lower the win...

Page 78: ...ow switches convertible top if equipped and radio may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the off position or until either front door is opened INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rearview mirror has two pivot points on the support arm which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side WARNING Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion Automatic...

Page 79: ...er to Rearview camera system in the Driving chapter 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 to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center position ...

Page 80: ...Accelerate to the desired speed 3 Press and release SET 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal 5 The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on Note Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill you may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 ...

Page 81: ...ly 1 mph 2 km h increments Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed then press and release SET Reducing speed while using speed control To reduce the set speed Press and hold SET until you get to the desired speed then release You can also use SET to operate the tap down function Press and release SET to decrease the vehicle set speed in approximately 1 mph 2 km h increments Press the...

Page 82: ... information on using phone features 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 using voice commands with the SYNC威 system refer to the SYNC威 supplement Press to select the entertainment playing media radio CD line in et...

Page 83: ... to operate security devices and home lighting systems WARNING Make sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or security device you are programming Do not program the Car2U威 system with the vehicle in the garage Do not use the Car2U威 system with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U S Federal Safety Standards this includes any garage d...

Page 84: ...rage door opener is a rolling code device Note Programming the Car2U威 system to a community gate will require a unique set of instructions depending on the gate system model Contact the Car2U威 help line at 1 866 572 2728 to program your Car2U威 system Note Accidentally entering the program mode may override previously programmed buttons This can happen by pressing and releasing the outer two button...

Page 85: ...to the Owner s Guide of your garage door opener or call the toll free Car2U威 system help line at 1 866 57Car2U 1 866 572 2728 3 Return to your vehicle Press and hold the Car2U威 system button you would like to use to control the garage door You may need to hold the button from 5 20 seconds during which time the selected button indicator light will blink slowly Immediately within 1 second release th...

Page 86: ...ammed If you need to change or replace any of the three devices after it has been initially programmed it is necessary to erase the current settings using the Erasing the Car2U威 Home Automation System buttons procedure and then programming all of the devices being used Fixed code programming Note Do not program the Car2U威 system with the vehicle in the garage Make sure that your key is on and engi...

Page 87: ...ly press and release all three Car2U威 system buttons The indicator lights will turn on 5 Press and hold the Car2U威 system button you would like to use to control the garage door Immediately within 1 second release the button once the garage door moves During this time the selected button indicator light will blink slowly Do not release the button until you see the garage door move Most garage door...

Page 88: ...aneously for approximately 20 seconds until the indicator lights begin to blink rapidly The indicator lights are located directly above the buttons 2 Once the indicator lights begin to blink release your fingers from the buttons The codes for all buttons are erased If you sell your vehicle equipped with the Car2U威 system it is recommended that you erase the programming for security reasons FCC and...

Page 89: ...lace floor mats or any other covering in the vehicle foot well that cannot be properly secured to prevent them from moving and interfering with the pedals or the ability to control the vehicle Never place floor mats or any other covering on top of already installed floor mats Floor mats should always rest on top of vehicle carpeting surface and not another floor mat or other covering Additional fl...

Page 90: ...rtible top can be lowered with the side windows down The windows will automatically lower when lowering or raising the top The convertible top will not operate unless the vehicle is traveling under 3 mph 5 km h Note Lowering the convertible top when the top material is wet may cause mold or mildew To lower the convertible top 1 Bring vehicle to a complete stop Key must be in the on position It is ...

Page 91: ...e latch to the rear until it clears the header Note If the top has not been lowered for some time and sticks to the windshield header push the front of the top up slightly with your hand to loosen it 4 Press the convertible top switch on the overhead console and hold until the windows are completely down and the top is completely stored Driver Controls 91 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Print...

Page 92: ...er panel and hooking the retaining clip on the side 4 Tuck the boot corners behind the shoulder belts 5 Secure the boot straps on the rear seat hooks behind the rear seat Note Improper installation can result in loss and or damage of the boot while driving WARNING Always secure the retaining clips and boot straps on the vehicle or the boot may come loose while driving To remove unhook the boot str...

Page 93: ...nd 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 top will not operate unless the vehicle is traveling under 3 mph 5 km h Driver Controls 93 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 94: ...h handles and at the center grip in the header to fasten the top 4 Continue to use the convertible top switch to raise the top until it has reached the fully closed position flush to the header Note The two pins under the forward edge of the top should seat themselves in the matching holes in the header Note The latch handles must be pulled downwards fully to allow the latch to fully rotate into t...

Page 95: ...s to the trunk when the convertible top is open by disabling the interior trunk control This is useful when you want to leave the convertible top open but still prevent access to the trunk To operate this feature the vehicle must be off and accessory power delay not active Lock the vehicle using the integrated keyhead transmitter or the power door lock switch The interior trunk control will now be...

Page 96: ...able through your authorized dealer Standard SecuriLock威 keys without remote entry transmitter functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if desired Always carry a spare key with you in case of an emergency For more information regarding programming replacement IKTs refer to the SecuriLock威 passive anti theft system section later in this chapter Note Your vehicle s IKTs were i...

Page 97: ...n of Belt Minder威 operation Low fuel warnings are displayed in the message center followed by a chime when the distance to empty value reaches 75 miles 120 km The following systems if equipped cannot be turned off reverse sensing system blind spot information system BLIS威 with cross traffic alert and collision warning system Optional settings these settings can be changed Vehicle speed is limited ...

Page 98: ...tion If your vehicle is equipped with remote start see the Using MyKey威 with Remote Start Systems section Note The MyKey威 can be cleared within the same key cycle that it was created otherwise a standard key administrator key is required to clear the MyKey威 programming To clear all MyKeys威 go to Step 2 in the Clear MyKey威 section Programming MyKey威 Optional Settings Turn the ignition on using an a...

Page 99: ...e MyKey威 is not being used by the intended user The only way to reset this odometer to zero is by clearing MyKey威 If this odometer is lower than the last time you checked then the MyKey威 system has been recently cleared MYKEY S PROGRAMMED Indicates how many MyKeys威 are programmed to the vehicle Can be used to detect deletion of a MyKey威 ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED Indicates how many admin keys are progr...

Page 100: ...en the vehicle is started using remote start the system will stall the engine when you either enter the vehicle or shift the vehicle into gear Prior to the engine stall the vehicle will have administrative privileges When you restart the engine the vehicle will identify the user as an admin or MyKey威 driver depending on the settings of the actual key used to start the vehicle Note For all vehicles...

Page 101: ...MyKey威 with remote start systems section Cannot program the MyKey威 optional settings Key in the ignition is a MyKey威 No MyKeys威 are programmed to the vehicle Refer to Create a MyKey威 section Vehicle has been started using a remote start system that is programmed as a MyKey威 Refer to Using MyKey威 with remote start systems section Cannot clear MyKey威 Key in the ignition is a MyKey威 No MyKeys威 are pr...

Page 102: ...le Refer to Create a MyKey威 section MyKey威 programmed total includes one additional key Unknown key has been programmed to the vehicle as a MyKey威 Vehicle is equipped with a remote start system Refer to Using MyKey威 with remote start systems section Admin keys programmed total includes one additional key Unknown key has been programmed to the vehicle as admin key Vehicle is equipped with a remote ...

Page 103: ...re helps prevent you from locking yourself out of the vehicle if your key is still in the ignition When you open the driver s door and you lock the vehicle with the power door lock control all the doors will lock then the driver s door will automatically unlock reminding you that your key is still in the ignition The vehicle can still be locked with the key in the ignition using the manual lock bu...

Page 104: ...ive anti theft system is not armed ignition is in the off position and all vehicle doors are closed Power door unlock lock procedure You must complete Steps 1 5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated If the procedure needs to be repeated you must wait 30 seconds Note All doors must be closed and remain closed throughout the configuration process 1 The ignition must be off to b...

Page 105: ... door unlock lock sequence by using the instrument cluster message center Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter Note The autounlock feature can be activated deactivated independently of the autolock feature Power door lock switch autounlock enable disable procedure Before starting ensure the ignition is in the off position and all vehicle doors are closed You must complete Step...

Page 106: ...amiliarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle To open the luggage compartment door lid from within the luggage compartment pull the illuminated T shaped handle and push up on the trunk lid The handle is composed of a material that will glow for hours in darkness following brief exposure to ambient light The T shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compart...

Page 107: ...y Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The typical operating range fo...

Page 108: ...authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem Unlocking the doors two stage unlock 1 Press and release to unlock the driver s door Note The interior lamps will illuminate 2 Press and release again within five seconds to unlock the passenger door The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature this feature turns on the lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is...

Page 109: ...again the horn will chirp once and the turn signal lamps will flash once more If any of the doors trunk or hood if equipped with active anti theft system are not properly closed the horn will make two quick chirps and the turn signal lamps will not flash If the vehicle is not equipped with the active anti theft system the horn will make two quick chirps and the turn signal lamps will not flash if ...

Page 110: ...he integrated keyhead transmitter IKT or intelligent access key IA key 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 near the key ring to remove the battery cover 1 Note Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the back surface of the circuit board 2 Carefully peel up the ru...

Page 111: ... this chapter Note At least two IKTs are required to perform this procedure yourself Illuminated entry The interior lamps and turn signal lamps illuminate when the integrated keyhead 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 lock control is pressed...

Page 112: ...d dealer if desired The authorized dealer can program your spare IKTs to your vehicle or you can program the IKTs yourself Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key Note The SecuriLock威 passive anti theft system is not compatible with non Ford aftermarket remote start systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security ...

Page 113: ...he vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the off position Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the on position with a coded key disarms the vehicle The theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out If the theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Replacement of in...

Page 114: ... your vehicle s engine and the new unprogrammed key s readily accessible If two previously programmed coded keys are not available you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key s programmed Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin 1 Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition 2 Turn the ignition from the 1 off position to ...

Page 115: ...rammed it will not start your vehicle s engine and or will not operate the remote entry features The theft indicator light may flash on and off Wait 20 seconds and you may repeat Steps 1 through 8 If failure repeats bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new key s programmed To program additional new unprogrammed key s wait 20 seconds and then repeat this procedure from Step 1 AC...

Page 116: ...er interior motion detection Additionally the interior motion sensing system will not arm if either door or the trunk is ajar If there is any potential perimeter anti theft problem with your vehicle ensure ALL integrated keyhead transmitters are brought to the authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting Arming the system When armed the active anti theft system is designed to notify you of an unaut...

Page 117: ...tion of your IKT This will only shut off the horn and turn lamps when the alarm is sounding The alarm system will still be armed Use a key in the driver s door to unlock the vehicle Pressing the power door unlock control within the 20 second prearmed mode will return the vehicle to a disarmed state Note Unlocking the trunk inhibits the motion sensing system but the system continues to monitor the ...

Page 118: ...y become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision WARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Head restraints Non adjustable head restraints if equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with front row outboard non adjustable head restraints WARNING To min...

Page 119: ...ertically adjustable WARNING To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and or operate the vehicle until the head restraint is placed in its proper position The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion The adjustable head restraints consist of a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure 1 tw...

Page 120: ...int Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head For occupants of extremely tall stature adjust the head restraint to its full up position WARNING The adjustable head restraint is a safety device Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is o...

Page 121: ...ustable head restraint do the following 1 Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars 2 Push the head restraint down until it locks Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head For occupants of extremely tall stature adjust the head restraint to its full up position Sea...

Page 122: ...t forward toward your head to the desired position After the head restraint reaches the forward most tilt position pivoting it forward again will then release it to the rearward un tilted position Adjusting the manual seats if equipped WARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low...

Page 123: ...ck when the vehicle is moving 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 belt resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Sea...

Page 124: ...enger seat Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between the seat and the center console if equipped Check the passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp for proper airbag status Refer to Front passenger sensing system section for additional details Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system The power seat contr...

Page 125: ...forward backward up or down Using the power lumbar support if equipped The power lumbar control is located on the top of the driver s seat side shield Press one side of the control to increase lower back firmness Press the other side of the control to decrease lower back firmness Seating and Safety Restraints 125 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 126: ...ause the seat heater to overheat An overheated seat may cause serious personal injury The heated seats will only function when the ignition is in the on position Note Do not do the following Place heavy objects on the seat Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the seat Allow the seat to dry thoroughly The heated seat control is located in the lower center of the instru...

Page 127: ...e driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and or operate the vehicle until the head restraint is placed in its proper position The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion The non adjustable head restraints consist of a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure 1 and a rotation button 2 Properly adjust the head restraint to an upright driving riding p...

Page 128: ...e the seatback and then fold the seatback down When raising the seatback s make sure you hear the seat latch into place Pull down on the seatback to ensure that it has latched WARNING Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that...

Page 129: ...cupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations Your vehicle s Personal Safety System consists of Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints Front safety belts with pretensioners energy management retractors and safety belt usage sensors Driver s seat posit...

Page 130: ...rceful energy level is provided for more common moderate severity impacts A higher energy level is used for the most severe impacts Refer to Airbag supplemental restraints SRS section in this chapter Front crash severity sensor The front crash severity sensor enhances the ability to detect the severity of an impact Positioned up front it provides valuable information early in the crash event on th...

Page 131: ...ge recommendations Even with this technology parents are STRONGLY encouraged to always properly restrain children in the rear seat The sensor also turns off the passenger front airbag and side airbag when the passenger seat is empty to prevent unnecessary replacement of airbag s after a collision When the front passenger seat is occupied and the sensing system has turned off the passenger s fronta...

Page 132: ...wn internal circuits and the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints crash sensor s safety belt pretensioners front safety belt buckle sensors front passenger sensing system and the driver seat position sensor In addition the RCM also monitors the restraints warning light in the instrument cluster A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following The warning light w...

Page 133: ...ikely to die than a person wearing a seat belt WARNING Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder 3 Never use a sing...

Page 134: ...s easier access to the front safety belt for the front seat occupant To access the second row seats rotate the arm back to its original position against the trim panel 1 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle Seating and Safety Restrai...

Page 135: ... drive with your seatback upright and the safety belt properly fastened The lap portion of the safety belt should fit snug and be positioned low across the hips The shoulder portion of the safety belt should be positioned across the chest Pregnant women should also follow this practice See figure below Pregnant women should always wear their safety belt The lap belt portion of a combination lap an...

Page 136: ...t again in a slow and controlled manner Automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt When to use the automatic locking mode This mode should be used any time a child safety seat except a booster is installed in passenger fro...

Page 137: ...tem with an energy management feature at the front seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head on collision This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant s chest Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safe...

Page 138: ...the warning chime is sounding The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off The driver s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position The safety belt warning light and indicator chime will remain off Belt Minder姞 The Belt Minder威 feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function This feature provides additional reminders by intermitt...

Page 139: ...n the vehicle has reached at least 3 mph 5 km h and 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on The Belt Minder威 feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for six seconds every 30 seconds repeating for approximately five minutes or until the safety belts are buckled The driver s or front passenger s safety belt becomes ...

Page 140: ...ht as possible this can improve comfort I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident Belt Minder威 reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Safety belts don t work Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45 in cars and by 60 in light trucks Traffic is light Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts w...

Page 141: ...l terminate the process Read Steps 1 4 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation activation programming procedure Note The driver and front passenger Belt Minder威 features must be disabled enabled separately Both cannot be disable enabled during the same key cycle Note If you are using MyKey威 the Belt Minder威 cannot be disabled Also if the Belt Minder威 has been previously disabled it will...

Page 142: ...e unbuckled state Step 3 must be completed within 30 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off After Step 3 the restraint system warning light airbag light will be turned on for three seconds 4 Within approximately seven seconds of the light turning off buckle then unbuckle the safety belt This will disable the Belt Minder威 feature for that seating position if it is currently enabled A...

Page 143: ...e including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided WARNING When possible all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position WARNING The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches 25 cm between an occupant s che...

Page 144: ...the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the airbag into your face and torso causing serious injury WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible WARNING Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle including frame bumper front end body structu...

Page 145: ...supplemental restraint system work The safety belt pretensioner and airbag SRS are designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates pretensioner activation and airbag inflation The fact that the pretensioners and airbags did not activate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with th...

Page 146: ...e injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of airbag deployment Thus it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control WARNING Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after infl...

Page 147: ...e part of the front passenger s seat and safety belt The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front passenger s frontal airbag should be enabled may inflate or disabled will not inflate The front passenger sensing system will disable will not inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag if the front passenger seat is unoccupied or has small...

Page 148: ...lled and the indicator lamp is not lit then turn the vehicle off remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the restraint following the child restraint manufacturer s instructions The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable may inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front passenger se...

Page 149: ...rly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event For example if an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased WARNING Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the front...

Page 150: ...ssenger feet and knees resting or pushing on the seat The conditions listed above may cause the weight of a properly seated occupant to be incorrectly interpreted by the front passenger sensing system The person in the front passenger seat may appear heavier or lighter due to the conditions described in the list above WARNING To reduce the risk of possible serious injury Do not stow objects in sea...

Page 151: ...irbag readiness lamp remains illuminated this may or may not be a problem due to the front passenger sensing system DO NOT attempt to repair or service the system take your vehicle immediately to an authorized dealer If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the C...

Page 152: ... design and development of the side airbag system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working Group These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags The side airbag system consists of the following An inflatable bag airbag with a gas gene...

Page 153: ... fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation Side airbags are designed to inflate in side impact collisions not roll over rear impact frontal or near frontal collisions unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration WARNING Several air bag syste...

Page 154: ...r as soon as possible Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision SOS Post Crash Alert System The system automatically flashes the turn signal lamps and sounds the horn three times at four second intervals in the event of a serious impact that deploys an airbag front side side curtain if equipped or Safety Canopy威 if equipped or the safety belt pretensioners Th...

Page 155: ...ety organizations or are the minimum requirements of law Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST and consult your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle To locate a child seat fitting station and CPST contact the NHTSA toll free at 1 888 327 4236 or on the in...

Page 156: ...feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall or greater than 80 lb 36 kg or 100 lb 45 kg if recommended by child restraint manufacturer Use a vehicle safety belt having the lap belt snug and low across the hips shoulder belt centered across the shoulder and chest and seatback upright You are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and toddlers in the U S and Canada Many states and provinces req...

Page 157: ...all children age 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position properly restrain the largest child in the front seat WARNING Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your ...

Page 158: ...operly in a device that is appropriate for their age height and weight All children are shaped differently The child height age and weight thresholds provided are recommendations or the minimum requirements of law The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA provides education and training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system ...

Page 159: ... for the size and weight of the child When installing a child safety seat Review and follow the information presented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system SRS section in this chapter Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or ...

Page 160: ... the tongue between the child seat and the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling Place vehicle seat back in upright position Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Step 5 below This vehicle does not require the use of a locking clip WARNING Depending on where you secure a child restraint and depending on the child restraint design you may block access to certain safet...

Page 161: ...rasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together 3 While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted Seating and Safety Restraints 161 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 162: ...pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode you should not be able to pull more belt out If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 5 and 6 8 Remove remaining slack from the belt Force the seat down with extra weight e g by pressing down or kneeling on the child restraint while pulling up on the shoulder belt in order to force slack from the belt...

Page 163: ...posed of three vehicle anchor points two 2 lower anchors if equipped located where the vehicle seat back and seat cushion meet called the seat bight and one 1 top tether anchor located behind that seating position LATCH compatible child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to the two lower anchors if equipped at the LATCH equipped seating positions in your vehicl...

Page 164: ...chors were not designed to be used with a child seat in the center position and there is no tether anchor available at the center Attempted use of the center as a seating position will increase the risk of injury or death in the event of a collision WARNING Never attach two child safety seats to the same anchor In a crash one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachment...

Page 165: ...at for information about ordering a tether strap or to obtain a longer tether strap if the tether strap on your safety seat does not reach the appropriate top tether anchor in the vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with built in tether strap anchor s located behind the rear seats and below the rear window behind the speakers coupe with rear seats in the rear of the vehicle below the rear window coup...

Page 166: ...at off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child seat Keeping the child safety seat just touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash Perform the following steps to attach a child safety seat to the tether anchor 1 Route the tether strap as follows For coupe with rear seats Route the tethe...

Page 167: ...2 Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position 3 Open the tether anchor cover Seating and Safety Restraints 167 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 168: ...ctions If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases For convertible 1 Route the child safety seat tether strap over the top of the head restraint The tether anchors are located rearward of the seatback in the convertible top sling Note For easier access attach the tether with the convertible top up Seating and Safety Restraints 168 ...

Page 169: ... the back of the head restraints are not tether anchors 2 Access tether anchors located behind the seatback under the vinyl tag marked with the child tether anchor symbol Seating and Safety Restraints 169 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 170: ... or toddler seat when they weigh about 40 lb 18 kg and are around four 4 years of age Consult your child safety seat owner guide for the weight height and age limits specific to your child safety seat Keep your child in the child safety seat if it properly fits the child remains appropriate for their weight height and age AND if properly secured to the vehicle Although the lap shoulder belt will p...

Page 171: ...ulder belt to fit properly Generally this is when they reach a height of at least 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall around age eight to age twelve and between 40 lb 18 kg and 80 lb 36 kg or upward to 100 lb 45 kg if recommended by your child restraint manufacturer Many state and provincial laws require that children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight a height of 4 feet 9 inches 1...

Page 172: ...ckless booster seat may place your child s head as measured at the tops of the ears above the top of the seat In this case move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back or head restraint and lap shoulder belts or consider using a high back booster seat High back booster seats If with a backless booster seat you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports...

Page 173: ...bly close to the neck and a shoulder belt that could slip off the shoulder The drawings below also show how the lap belt should be low and snug across the child s hips If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster seat Check with t...

Page 174: ...blies including retractors buckles front safety belt buckle assemblies buckle support assemblies slide bar if equipped shoulder belt height adjusters if equipped shoulder belt guide on seatback if equipped child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Refer to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions for additional inspection and mai...

Page 175: ...government has written it Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 11 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use ho...

Page 176: ... Tires are designed to give many thousands of miles of service but they must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them Glossary of Tire Terminology Tire label A label showing the OE Original Equipment tire sizes recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry Tire Identification Number TIN A number on the sidewall of each tire providing information abo...

Page 177: ...n which the tire beads are seated INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat Every day before you drive check your tires If one looks lower than the others use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust if required At least once a month and before ...

Page 178: ...t which the maximum load can be carried by the tire This pressure is normally higher than the manufacturer s recommended cold inflation pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the Safety Compliance Ce...

Page 179: ...l information section for description Store and maintain at the higher of the front and rear inflation pressure as shown on the Tire Label 6 Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak 7 Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges cuts or bulges TIRE CARE Inspecting your tires and wheel valve...

Page 180: ... bulges in the tread or sidewalls cracks in the tread groove and separation in the tread or sidewall If damage is observed or suspected have the tire inspected by a tire professional Tires can be damaged during off road use so inspection after off road use is also recommended WARNING Age Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather storage conditions and conditions of use load...

Page 181: ...Replacement Requirements Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability WARNING Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size load index speed rating and type such as P metric versus LT metric or all season versus all terrain as those originally provided by Ford The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on either the Safety Complia...

Page 182: ... than the maximum pressure a Ford dealer or other tire service professional should do the mounting Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with the person inflating standing at a minimum of 12 ft 3 66 m away from the tire wheel assembly Important Remember to replace the wheel valve stems when the road tires are replaced on your vehicle It is recommended that the two front tires o...

Page 183: ...g or you suspect your tire or vehicle has been damaged immediately reduce your speed Drive with caution until you can safely pull off the road Stop and inspect the tires for damage If a tire is under inflated or damaged deflate it remove wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel If you cannot detect a cause have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the ...

Page 184: ...h a dissimilar spare tire wheel A dissimilar spare tire wheel is defined as a spare tire and or wheel that is different in brand size or appearance from the road tires and wheels If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel it is intended for temporary use only and should not be used in a tire rotation Note After having your tires rotated inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle...

Page 185: ...on 2 215 Indicates the nominal width of the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire 3 65 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width 4 R Indicates a radial type tire 5 15 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new w...

Page 186: ... km h W 168 mph 270 km h Y 186 mph 299 km h Note For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph 240 km h tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR For those with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph 299 km h tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR 8 U S DOT Tire Identification Number TIN This begins with the letters DOT and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards ...

Page 187: ...owest are AA A B and C The grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when...

Page 188: ... 2 Load Range Load Inflation Limits Indicates the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 3 Maximum Load Dual lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual defined as four tires on the rear axle a total of six or more tires on the vehicle 4 Maximum Load Single lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure ...

Page 189: ...n general the larger the number the wider the tire 3 80 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall 4 D Indicates a diagonal type tire R Indicates a radial type tire 5 16 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter Locat...

Page 190: ... s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfun...

Page 191: ... you always have your tires serviced by an authorized dealer The tire pressure should be checked periodically at least monthly using an accurate tire gauge refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter Understanding your tire pressure monitoring system TPMS The tire pressure monitoring system measures pressure in your four road tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle The low tir...

Page 192: ...warning light Tire s under inflated 1 Make sure tires are at the proper pressure See Inflating your tires in this chapter 2 After inflating your tires to the manufacturer s recommended pressure as shown on the Tire Label located on the edge of driver s door or the B Pillar the vehicle must be driven for at least two minutes over 20 mph 32 km h before the light turns off Spare tire in use Repair th...

Page 193: ... tire pressure monitoring system TPMS monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic tire While driving in a normal manner a typical passenger tire inflation pressure may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi 14 to 28 kPa from a cold start situation If the vehicle is stationary overnight with the outside temperature significantly lower than the daytime temperature the tire pressure may decrease approximatel...

Page 194: ...n the tires only in an emergency or if the law requires them Note The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains If possible avoid fully loading your vehicle Chains may damage aluminum wheels Use only SAE Class S chains with P225 60R17 t...

Page 195: ...ING WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and or trailer to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability with or without a trailer Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance Before loading your vehicle familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle ...

Page 196: ...rket or authorized dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle the weight of the equipment must be subtracted from the payload listed on the Tire Label in order to determine the new payload WARNING The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle can be limited either by volume capacity how much space is available or by payload capacity how much weight the vehicle should carry Onc...

Page 197: ...es all weight added to the Base Curb Weight including cargo and optional equipment When towing trailer tongue load weight is also part of cargo weight Tires Wheels and Loading 197 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 198: ...s GAWR Note For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer GVW Gross Vehicle Weight is the Vehicle Curb Weight cargo passengers GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle including all options equipment passengers and cargo The GVWR is shown on the S...

Page 199: ...icle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance engine transmission and or structural damage serious damage to the vehicle loss of control and personal injury Tires Wheels and Loading 199 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 200: ...ed trailer the vehicle can tow It assumes a vehicle with only mandatory options no cargo internal or external a tongue load of 10 15 conventional trailer and driver only 150 lb 68 kg Consult your authorized dealer or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer for more detailed information WARNING Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certific...

Page 201: ...late the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity Another example for your vehicle with 1 400 lb 635 kg of cargo and luggage capacity You decide to go golfing Is there enough load capacity to carry you 4 of your friends and all the golf bags You and four friends average 220 lb 99 kg each and the golf bags weigh approximately 30 lb 13 5 kg each The calculation would be 1 400 5 x 220 5 x ...

Page 202: ...to 1 000 lb 454 kg gross trailer weight with a maximum tongue load of 100 lb 45 kg Do not tow with the GT Deluxe or Shelby GT500 they are not rated to tow a trailer Follow these guidelines to ensure safe towing Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 500 miles 800 km Consult your local motor vehicle laws for towing a trailer Refer to the instructions included with towing a...

Page 203: ...ue Safety chains Always connect the trailer s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch To connect the trailer s safety chains cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners If you use a rental trailer follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you Do not attach safety chains to the bumper Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual...

Page 204: ... feature provides engine braking and helps eliminate excessive shifting for optimum fuel economy and transmission cooling Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached anticipate stops and brake gradually Trailer towing tips Practice turning stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination When turning make wider turns so the trailer w...

Page 205: ...o not tow your vehicle with any wheels on the ground as vehicle or transmission damage may occur It is recommended to tow your vehicle with all four 4 wheels off the ground such as when using a car hauling trailer Otherwise no recreational towing is permitted In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter Tires Wheels and Loading 205 ...

Page 206: ... engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts Note Do not store the key in the ignition after the vehicle is turned off and you have left the vehicle This could cause a drain on the battery Preparing to start your vehicle Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system This system meets all Canadian interference causing equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse e...

Page 207: ...Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine s idle revolutions per minute RPM When the engine starts the idle RPM runs higher than normal in order to warm the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked Do not allow the vehicle to idle for more than 10 minutes at the higher engine RPM Befor...

Page 208: ...ake sure the gearshift is in P Park Make sure the parking brake is set If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission Make sure the parking brake is set Push the clutch pedal to the floor Driving 208 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 209: ...ur vehicle has a computer assisted cranking system that assists in starting the engine After releasing the key from the 4 start position the engine may continue cranking for up to 10 seconds or until the vehicle starts Note Cranking may be stopped at any time by turning the key to the off position Note If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try turn the key to off wait 10 se...

Page 210: ...hich aids in starting and allows the heater defroster system to respond quickly If your vehicle is equipped with this system your equipment includes a heater element which is installed in your engine block and a wire harness which allows the user to connect the system to a grounded 120 volt A C electrical source The block heater system is most effective when outdoor temperatures reach below 0 F 18...

Page 211: ...xtension cord are solidly connected A poor connection can cause the cord to become very hot and may result in an electrical shock or fire Be sure to check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the system has been operating for approximately a half hour Finally have the engine block heater system checked during your fall tune up to be sure it s in good working order How to use the engine ...

Page 212: ...king any pulsation or mechanical noise you may feel or hear is normal Using ABS When hard braking is required apply continuous force on the brake pedal Do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce the effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle s stopping distance The ABS will be activated immediately allowing you to retain steering control during hard braking and on slippery sur...

Page 213: ...ssion WARNING If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your authorized dealer as soon as possible ADVANCETRAC姞 STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with the AdvanceTrac威 system The AdvanceTrac威 system provides the following stability enhancement features for certain driving situations Traction ...

Page 214: ...increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage Activation of the AdvanceTrac威 system is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road this could reduce the operator s ability to control the vehicle potentially resulting in a loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death If your AdvanceTrac威 system activates SLOW DOWN WARN...

Page 215: ...ay experience the following A slight deceleration of the vehicle The stability control light will flash A vibration in the pedal when your foot is on the brake pedal If the driving condition is severe and your foot is not on the brake the brake pedal may move as the systems applies higher brake forces You may also hear a whoosh of air from under the instrument panel during this severe condition Th...

Page 216: ...erely or avoiding objects in the roadway ESC operates by applying brakes to one or more of the wheels individually and if necessary reducing engine power if the system detects that the vehicle is about to skid or slide laterally During ESC events the stability control light in the instrument cluster will flash Certain adverse driving maneuvers may activate the ESC system which include but are not ...

Page 217: ...engine traction control and brake traction control features will continue to function however ESC is disabled AdvanceTrac威 Features Button functions Mode icon status ESC TCS Default at start up On during bulb check Enabled Enabled Button pressed momentarily Traction control off On Enabled Disabled Button pressed twice brakes applied Sport mode if equipped On Enabled Enabled Button pressed and held...

Page 218: ...rease This occurs to prevent overheating and permanent damage to your steering system If this should occur you will neither lose the ability to steer the vehicle manually nor will it cause permanent damage Typical steering and driving maneuvers will allow the system to cool and steering assist will return to normal If the steering wanders or pulls check for an improperly inflated tire uneven tire ...

Page 219: ...es not affect normal driving and should not be noticeable to the driver Axle with Torsen differential if equipped This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces particularly when one wheel is on a poor traction surface Under normal conditions the axle equipped with a Torsen differential functions like a standard rear axle Extended use of other than the manufacturer s specified size tires o...

Page 220: ...is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle s brake lamps are not operating properly Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter WARNING Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working WARNING When doing this procedure you will be taking the vehicle out of park which means the vehicle can roll freely To avoid unwanted vehicle movement always fully ...

Page 221: ...red automatically in the powertrain control module PCM If the battery is disconnected for any reason the stored information from the last time the key was turned to off will be read This way no information will be lost with any battery removal or battery disconnect P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning To put your vehicle in gear 1 Start the engine 2...

Page 222: ...ing Grade assist lamp is illuminated Use with driving conditions such as hilly terrain heavy loads trailer towing and when engine braking is required To return to standard mode press the transmission control switch The grade assist lamp will not be illuminated Standard mode is automatically returned each time the key is turned off 3 Third Transmission operates in third gear only Used for improved ...

Page 223: ...mission to select an appropriate gear If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow Note Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Note Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shi...

Page 224: ... efforts prematurely wear transmission components or damage the transmission Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill These actions will severely reduce the life of the clutch and could nullify a clutch warranty claim Recommended shift speeds Do not downshift into 1 First when your vehicle is moving...

Page 225: ...km h 5 6 40 mph 64 km h Skip Shift if equipped V8 engines only This feature locks out 2 Second and 3 Third gears for improved fuel economy If the message center displays 1 4 SHIFT shift the transmission directly from 1 First to 4 Fourth otherwise you can shift normally Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter Reverse Note The gearshift lever can only be moved to R Reverse by pushi...

Page 226: ...Use 1 First gear and set the parking brake fully REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The reverse sensing system RSS sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper when the R Reverse is selected and the vehicle is moving at speeds less than 3 mph 5 km h The system is not effective at speeds above 3 mph 5 km h and may not detect certain angular or moving objects WARNING To help av...

Page 227: ...per refer to the figures for approximate zone coverage areas As you move closer to the obstacle the rate of the tone increases When the obstacle is less than 10 inches 25 0 cm away the tone will sound continuously If the RSS detects a stationary or receding object further than 10 inches 25 0 cm from the side of the vehicle the tone will sound for only three seconds Once the system detects an objec...

Page 228: ...tem place the transmission in R Reverse an image will display in the rearview mirror or on the navigation screen if equipped The area displayed on the screen may vary according to the vehicle orientation and or road condition 1 Rear bumper 2 Red zone 3 Yellow zone 4 Green zone Always use caution while backing Objects in the red zone are closest to your vehicle and objects in the green zone are fur...

Page 229: ...era system WARNING The camera system is a reverse aid supplement device that still requires the driver to use it in conjunction with the rearview mirror and the side mirrors for maximum coverage WARNING Objects that are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper might not be seen on the screen due to the limited coverage of the camera system WARNING Backup as slow as possible since h...

Page 230: ...hen check the blind spot mirror If no vehicles are present in the blind spot mirror and the traffic in the adjacent lane is at a safe distance signal that you are going to change lanes Glance over your shoulder to verify traffic is clear and carefully change lanes When the approaching vehicle is at a distance its image is small and near the inboard edge of the main mirror As the vehicle approaches...

Page 231: ...water may enter your engine s air intake and severely damage your engine or your vehicle may stall Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage Once through the water always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal Wet brakes do not stop the ...

Page 232: ...r up to 2 0 gallons 7 5L of gasoline or 5 0 gallons 18 9L of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle Fuel delivery service is limited to two no charge occurrences within a 12 month period winch out available within 100 feet 30 5 meters of a paved or county maintained road no recoveries towing Ford and Lincoln eligible vehicles towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles 56 km of the disablement locati...

Page 233: ...ce identification card and place it in your wallet for quick reference In Canada the card is found in the Warranty Guide in the glove box Canadian Roadside coverage and benefits may differ from the U S coverage Please refer to your Warranty Guide or visit our website at www ford ca for information on Canadian services and benefits Canadian customers who need to obtain roadside information call 1 8...

Page 234: ...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 inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the...

Page 235: ...et Violet 4A Pink Pink 5A Tan Tan 7 5A Brown Brown 10A Red Red 15A Blue Blue 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black Black Roadside Emergencies 235 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 236: ...e use the fuse puller tool provided to the left of the fuses and relays The fuses are coded as follows Fuse Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 30A Driver rear window convertible only 2 15A Not used spare 3 15A SYNC威 4 30A Passenger rear window convertible only 5 10A Brake transmission shift interlock BTSI Roadside Emergencies 236 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA f...

Page 237: ...er door locks Trunk release 18 20A Not used spare 19 25A Navigation amp 20 15A Diagnostic connector 21 15A Fog lamps 22 15A Park lamps License lamps 23 15A High beam headlamps 24 20A Horn 25 10A Demand lighting battery saver Gauge pack Visor vanity lamps 26 10A Cluster battery 27 20A Ignition switch feed 28 5A Audio mute start 29 5A Camera run start 30 5A Temperature sensor motor 31 10A Restraints...

Page 238: ...r airbag deactivation indicator PADI Occupant classification sensor OCS 47 30A Circuit Breaker Not used spare 48 Relay Accessory delay relay windows automatic dimming rear view mirror including microphone and compass and door switch III Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment The power distribution box contains high current fuses that protect your veh...

Page 239: ...nected 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 fuse panel 2 Not used 3 Not used 4 30A Blower motor relay 5 20A Powerpoint body 6 40A Rear defroster 7 40A Cooling fan relay 8 40A Anti lock brake system ABS pump Roadside Eme...

Page 240: ...io 21 30A Powertrain relay 22 20A Powerpoint instrument panel 23 10A Powertrain control module PCM keep alive power 24 10A Brake on off BOO power 25 10A A C compressor relay 26 20A Left high intensity discharge headlamp relay 27 20A Right high intensity discharge headlamp relay 28 Not used 29 30A Passenger front window 30 Not used 31 30A Passenger power seat 32 30A Driver power seat 33 30A Front a...

Page 241: ...wertrain components 47 15A PCM vehicle power 1 48 15A Mass air flow sensor 49 15A PCM vehicle power 2 emissions related powertrain components 50 Full ISO relay Cooling fan relay high 51 Full ISO relay Blower motor relay 52 Full ISO relay Starter relay 53 Full ISO relay Rear defroster relay 54 Full ISO relay Front wiper relay 55 Full ISO relay Cooling fan relay low 56 High current relay Fuel pump s...

Page 242: ...cing of the flat tire have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor for damage WARNING The use of tire sealants may damage your tire pressure monitoring system TPMS and should not be used However if you must use a sealant the TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer WARNING Refer to Tire pressure monitoring system TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loadi...

Page 243: ...vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time Use commercial car washing equipment Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following Handling stability and braking performance Comfort and noise Ground clearance and parking at curbs Winter weather ...

Page 244: ...ervice as soon as possible Stopping and securing the vehicle 1 Park on a level surface set the parking brake and activate the hazard flashers 2 Place the gearshift lever in P Park automatic transmission or R Reverse manual transmission and turn the engine off Tire change procedure WARNING When one of the front wheels is off the ground the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving...

Page 245: ...e danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel Note Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked 1 Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire For example if the left front tire is flat block the right rear wheel 2 Remove the lug wrench spare tire and jack Roadside Emergencies 245 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide...

Page 246: ...ck handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground Never use the rear differential as a jacking point WARNING To lessen the risk of personal injury do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire 5 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench Roadside Emergencies ...

Page 247: ...ipped jack and lug wrench away Make sure the jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive 10 Unblock the wheel TEMPORARY MOBILITY KIT IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a temporary mobility kit located in the spare tire well in the trunk The temporary mobility kit consists of an air compressor to reinflate the tire and a sealing compound in a canister that will effectively seal...

Page 248: ...damage to the tire s sidewall The tire may not completely seal Note Do not use the temporary mobility kit if a tire has become severely damaged by driving the vehicle with a tire that has insufficient air pressure Only punctured areas located within the tire tread can be sealed with the temporary mobility kit Loss of air pressure may adversely affect tire performance For this reason Do not drive t...

Page 249: ...he vehicle s battery Do not allow the compressor to operate continuously for more than 15 minutes this will help prevent the compressor from overheating Never leave the temporary mobility kit unattended when it is operating Sealant compound contains latex Make sure that you use the non latex gloves provided to avoid an allergic reaction Keep the temporary mobility kit away from children Only use t...

Page 250: ... the vehicle s tire inflation pressure First stage Reinflating the tire with sealing compound and air Preparation Park the vehicle in a safe level and secure area away from moving traffic Turn the hazard lights on Apply the parking brake and turn the engine off Inspect the flat tire for visible damage Sealant compound contains latex To avoid any allergic reactions use the non latex gloves located ...

Page 251: ...e dash 6 Start the engine only if the vehicle is outdoors or in a well ventilated area 7 Turn dial 1 counterclockwise to the sealant position Turn on the kit by pressing the on off button 2 8 Inflate the tire to the pressure listed on the tire label located on the driver s door or the door jamb area 2 1 Roadside Emergencies 251 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 252: ...onnector and return the kit to the stowage area 10 Immediately and cautiously drive the vehicle 4 miles 6 km to distribute the sealant evenly inside the tire Do not exceed 50 mph 80 km h Note If you experience any unusual vibration ride disturbance or noise while driving reduce your speed until you can safely pull off to the side of the road to call for roadside assistance Do not proceed to the se...

Page 253: ...anister and clear tube hose Sealing compound and spare parts can be obtained and replaced at an authorized Ford Motor Company dealership or tire dealer Empty sealant bottles may be disposed of at home however liquid residue from the sealing compound should be disposed by your local Ford Motor Company dealership or tire dealer or in accordance with local waste disposal regulations Note After the se...

Page 254: ...on located on the temporary mobility kit compressor housing below the canister while pulling up on the sealant canister Installation of the sealant canister to the temporary mobility kit 1 Align the sealant canister with the temporary mobility kit housing Roadside Emergencies 254 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 255: ...l or installation of the sealant canister consult your Ford Motor Company authorized dealer for assistance Be sure to check the sealant compound s use by date regularly The use by date is on the lower right hand corner of the label located on the sealant canister bottle The sealant canister should be replaced after four years Roadside Emergencies 255 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing U...

Page 256: ... of the wheel Installing wheels without correct metal to metal contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in motion resulting in loss of control Note Inspect the wheel pilot hole 1 and mounting surface prior to installation Remove any visible corrosion or loose particles RUNNING OUT OF FUEL If you have run out of fuel an...

Page 257: ...ery is installed the automatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy As a result the transmission may have firm and or soft shifts This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation 1 Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle 2 Do not disconnect the battery ...

Page 258: ...cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle s engine away from the battery and the carburetor fuel injection system Note Do not attach the negative cable to fuel lines engine rocker covers the intake manifold or electrical components as grounding points WARNING Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion o...

Page 259: ...m is used to designate the assisting boosting battery 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 3 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has be...

Page 260: ...lingbelt Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure If your vehicle is to be towed from the front using wheel lift equipment it is recommended that the rear wheels drive wheels be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the transmission If your vehicle is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift equipment it is recommended that the front wheels be placed on a dolly to preven...

Page 261: ...ing trailer or flatbed transport vehicle your vehicle regardless of transmission powertrain configuration can be flat towed all wheels on the ground under the following conditions Vehicle is facing forward so that it is being towed in a forward direction Place the transmission in N Neutral Refer to Brake shift interlock in the Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the gear s...

Page 262: ...will be made using Ford or Motorcraft威 parts or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford Away from home If you are away from home when your vehicle needs service contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center or use the online resources listed below to find the nearest authorized dealer In the United States Mailing address Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P O Box 624...

Page 263: ...available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center Vehicle Identification Number VIN Your telephone number home and business The name of the authorized dealer and city where located The vehicle s current odometer reading In some states you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state s warranty laws Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states ...

Page 264: ...eath or serious bodily injury OR 2 Four or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity a defect or condition that substantially impairs the use value or safety of the vehicle OR 3 The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of more than 30 calendar days not necessarily all at one time In the case of 1 or 2 above the consumer must also notify the manufacturer...

Page 265: ...urt where all findings of the BBB Auto Line dispute and decision are admissible in the court action Should you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision Ford is then bound by the decision and must comply with the decision within 30 days of receipt of your acceptance letter BBB AUTO LINE Application Using the information provided below please call or write to request a program application You wil...

Page 266: ...isions are fast fair and final as the arbitrator s award is binding on both you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all Canadian territories and provinces For more information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 or visit www camvap ca GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U S AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreig...

Page 267: ...th of the Northern Mariana Islands CNMI America Samoa and the U S Virgin Islands please feel free to call our Toll Free Number 800 841 FORD 3673 FAX 313 390 0804 Email expcac ford com If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Puerto Rico contact the nearest authorized dealer If the authorized dealer cannot help you contact Ford International Business Development Inc Cus...

Page 268: ...tor Company Export Operations Global Growth Initiatives by emailing expcac ford com If you are in another foreign country contact the nearest authorized dealer If the authorized dealer employees cannot help you they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office Customers in the U S should call 1 800 392 3673 ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio c...

Page 269: ...recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator 1200 New Jersey Avenue Southeast Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehic...

Page 270: ...fficult to remove and cause damage to the vehicle Immediately remove items such as gasoline diesel fuel bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Use Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 which is available from your authorized dealer Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash Suntan lotions and insect repell...

Page 271: ...D WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clear coat paint finish In order to maintain their shine Clean weekly with Motorcraft威 Wheel and Tire Cleaner which is available from your authorized dealer Heavy dirt and brake dust accumulation may require agitation with a sponge Rinse thoroughly with a strong stream of water Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel ...

Page 272: ...components Spray Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo and Degreaser ZC 20 on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean In Canada use Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo CXC 66 A Never wash or rinse the engine while it is hot or running water in the running engine may cause internal damage Never wash or rinse any ignition coil spark plug wire or spark plug well or the area in and around these locations...

Page 273: ... include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes water repellent coatings tree sap or other organic contamination these contaminants may cause squeaking or chatter noise from the blades and streaking and smearing of the windshield To clean these items follow these tips The windshield rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with a non abrasive cleaner such as Motorcraft威 Ultra Clear S...

Page 274: ...authorized dealer For cloth tops wash with a high quality convertible top cleaner protectant Do not use stiff bristle brushes or abrasive materials or cleaners Hot waxes applied by commercial car washes can affect the cleanability of vinyl material Using high water pressure or wand type car washes against the convertible top and windows may cause water leaks and possible seal damage INSTRUMENT PAN...

Page 275: ... cotton cloth and press the cloth onto the soiled area allow this to set at room temperature for 30 minutes 4 Remove the soaked cloth and if it is not soiled badly use this cloth to clean 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 side airbags Remove du...

Page 276: ...tion In Canada use Motorcraft威 Vinyl Cleaner CXC 93 Dry the area with a soft cloth If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using a mild soap and water solution the leather may be cleaned using a commercially available leather cleaning product designed for automotive interiors To check for compatibility first test any cleaner or stain remover on an inconspicuous part of the leather Do not use h...

Page 277: ...tal Cleaner ZC 15 Motorcraft威 Detail Wash ZC 3 A Motorcraft威 Dusting Cloth ZC 24 Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo and Degreaser U S only ZC 20 Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo Canada only CXC 66 A Motorcraft威 Multi Purpose Cleaner Canada only CXC 101 Motorcraft威 Premium Glass Cleaner Canada only CXC 100 Motorcraft威 Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid Canada only CXC 37 A B D or F Motorcraft威 Premium Winds...

Page 278: ...rial such as cigarettes away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off 1 For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission set the parking brake and shift to P Park For vehicles equipped with a manual transmission set the parking brake press and hold the clutch pedal place the gearshift in 1 First and release the clutch pedal 2 Turn off the engine and remove the ke...

Page 279: ...he driver s side kick panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood 3 Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod Maintenance and Specifications 279 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 280: ...gine 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 Specifications 280 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 281: ...ine oil dipstick 4 Brake fluid reservoir 5 Air filter assembly 6 Engine coolant reservoir 7 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8 Power distribution box 1 4 2 3 8 7 6 5 Maintenance and Specifications 281 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 282: ...tenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol a common windshield washer antifreeze additive Washer fluids containing non methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system WARNING If ...

Page 283: ...commended to scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes ...

Page 284: ...l level dipstick 3 7L V6 engine 5 0L V8 engine Locate the engine oil dipstick by reaching between the strut tower brace if equipped and the hood hinge area Maintenance and Specifications 284 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 285: ...thin the normal range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oil level Make sure the oil level is not above the normal operating range on the engine oil level dipstick 4 Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated 5 Fully install the engine oil filler cap by tur...

Page 286: ...enance product specifications and capacities later in this chapter for more information Do not use supplemental engine oil additives cleaners or other engine treatments They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information Ford production and M...

Page 287: ...lan to store your vehicle for an extended period of time This will minimize the discharge of your battery during storage Note Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability WARNING Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks...

Page 288: ...e 2 Put the gearshift in P Park automatic transmission or the neutral position manual transmission turn off all accessories and start the engine 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...

Page 289: ... as Rotunda tool 300 ROB75240E available from your dealer Ford does not recommend the use of hydrometers or coolant test strips for measuring coolant concentration The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section Your vehicle was fact...

Page 290: ... of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant When adding coolant make sure it is a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool until the appropriate fill level is obtained If coolant is filled to the COLD FILL RANGE or FULL COLD level when the engine is not cool the system will remain underfilled WARN...

Page 291: ...m overheating or freezing Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine coolant For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool Add the proper mixture of coolant and distilled water to the FUL...

Page 292: ...you drive the vehicle If necessary add enough 50 50 concentration of engine coolant and distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level If you have to add more than 1 0 quart 1 0 liter of engine coolant per month have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system Your cooling system may have a leak Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can result in engine overheat...

Page 293: ...orrosion freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage If available refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive Vehicles driven year round in non extreme climates should use a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimu...

Page 294: ...1 Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine 2 Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer 3 If this is not possible wait a short period for the engine to cool 4 Check the coolant level and replenish if low WARNING Fail safe mode is for use during emergencies only Operate the vehicle in fail safe mode only as long as necessary to bring the vehicle to rest ...

Page 295: ...used or mishandled WARNING Gasoline may contain benzene which is a cancer causing agent Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before refueling your vehicle Always turn off the vehicle before refueling Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause de...

Page 296: ...NING When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck Never smoke while refueling Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes 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 contain...

Page 297: ...r about one inch from the door s rear edge 3 Slowly insert the fuel filler nozzle fully into the fuel system and leave the nozzle fully inserted until you are done pumping Pump fuel as normal 4 After you are done pumping fuel slowly remove the fuel filler nozzle allow about five seconds after pumping fuel before removing the fuel filler nozzle This allows residual fuel to drain back into the fuel ...

Page 298: ...system may be under pressure If you hear a hissing sound near the fuel filler door Easy Fuel威 no cap fuel system do not refuel until the sound stops Otherwise fuel may spray out which could cause serious personal injury Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximum of 10 ethanol Do not use fuel ethanol E85 diesel methanol leaded fuel or any other fuel The u...

Page 299: ...ts to your fuel tank It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating These products have not been approved for your engine and could cause damage to the fuel system Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your warranty Many of the world s ...

Page 300: ... a portable fuel container WARNING Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel威 system This could damage the fuel system and its seal and may cause fuel to run onto the ground instead of filling the tank which could result in serious personal injury WARNING Do not try to pry open or push open the Easy Fuel威 system with foreign objects This could d...

Page 301: ...ill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section of this chapter The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the empty reserve combined Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel...

Page 302: ...l kilometers traveled Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving city or highway This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle s fuel economy under current driving conditions Additionally keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy In general lower temperatures give lower fuel economy Driving style good driving and fuel e...

Page 303: ... specifications and capacities in this chapter Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information Conditions Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy approximately 1 mpg 0 4 km L is lost for ...

Page 304: ... vehicle is moving especially at high speeds Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance information performed according to the specified schedule The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenance information are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system If other than Ford Motorcraft威 or Ford authorized parts are used for maintenance replace...

Page 305: ...icator to illuminate Examples are 1 The vehicle has run out of fuel the engine may misfire or run poorly 2 Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel the engine may misfire or run poorly 3 The fuel fill inlet may not have been properly closed See Easy Fuel威 no cap fuel system in this chapter 4 Driving through deep water the electrical system may be wet These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by ...

Page 306: ... M testing turn the ignition key to the on position for 15 seconds without cranking the engine If the service engine soon indicator blinks eight times it means that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing if the service engine soon indicator stays on solid it means that the vehicle is ready for I M testing The OBD II system is designed to check the emission control system during normal driving A ...

Page 307: ...ission does not have an underhood transmission fluid dipstick Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes Your transmission does not consume fluid However the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not working properly i e if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage Transmission fluid ...

Page 308: ...ansmission fill level is at the lower edge of the filler hole For vehicles equipped with a V8 engine the correct manual transmission fill level is 1 2 inch 1 3 cm below the edge of the filler hole Fill level for V6 Fill level for V8 4 Add enough fluid through the filler opening to bring the fluid up to the recommended levels 5 Install and tighten the fill plug securely Maintenance and Specificatio...

Page 309: ...this chapter WARNING To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and or personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running Changing the air filter element V6 engine V8 engine 1 Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover 2 Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing 3 Wipe the air filter housing and c...

Page 310: ... under various conditions may lead to component degradation or failure unless specific precautions are taken to preserve the components General Store all vehicles in a dry ventilated place Protect from sunlight if possible If vehicles are stored outside they require regular maintenance to protect against rust and damage Body Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt grease oil tar or mud from exterio...

Page 311: ...then be operated at idle speed to circulate the additive throughout the fuel system Cooling system Protect against freezing temperatures When removing vehicle from storage check coolant fluid level Confirm there are no cooling system leaks and fluid is at the recommended level Battery Check and recharge as necessary Keep connections clean If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days without recha...

Page 312: ...s If the battery was removed clean the battery cable ends and inspect Contact your authorized dealer if you have any concerns or issues MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 3 7L V6 engine 5 0L V8 engine Air filter element FA 1897 FA 1897 Battery2 BXT 96R 590 BXT 96R 590 Oil filter FL 500 S FL 500 S Spark plugs 1 Cabin air filter FP53 FP53 Windshield wiper blade WW 2201 PF driver side WW 2001 PF passe...

Page 313: ...M6C65 A1 Door weatherstrips Silicone Lubricant XL 6 ESR M13P4 A Door latch hood latch auxiliary hood latch striker plates seat tracks and fuel filler door hinge Multi Purpose Grease Lithium grease XG 4 or XL 5 or equivalent ESB M1C93 B Engine coolant 3 7L engine 12 4 quarts 11 7L Motorcraft威 Specialty Orange Engine Coolant 3 VC 3 B US CVC 3 B Canada WSS M97B44 D Engine coolant 5 0L engine 13 0 qua...

Page 314: ...945 A with API Certification Mark Engine oil 5 0L engine 8 0 quarts 7 6L Lock cylinders Motorcraft威 Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL 1 None Rear axle fluid 5 0 pints 2 4L 1 Motorcraft威 SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant 1 XY 75W140 QL WSP M2C192 A Automatic transmission fluid 1 1 9 quarts 11 2L 4 Motorcraft威 MERCON威 LV ATF 2 XT 10 QLV MERCON威 LV Manual transmission fluid 3 7L engine 2 7 qu...

Page 315: ...Automatic transmissions that require MERCON威 LV should only use MERCON威 LV fluid Refer to scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct service interval Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage 3 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle 4 Approximate dry capacity including cooler and tubes Fluid level should be checked by an autho...

Page 316: ...0 049 0 053 inch 1 25 1 35 mm 0 049 0 053 inch 1 25 1 35 mm Compression ratio 10 5 1 11 0 1 For Shelby GT500 octane requirements see the Shelby GT500 Supplement Engine drivebelt routing 1 Short drivebelt is on first pulley groove closest to engine 2 Long drivebelt is on second pulley groove farthest from engine 3 7L V6 engine 1 2 Maintenance and Specifications 316 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide ...

Page 317: ...ance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure B Pillar by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s door 1 2 Maintenance and Specifications 317 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 318: ...ehicle Identification Number VIN contains the following information 1 World manufacturer identifier 2 Brake system Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Restraint Devices and their location 3 Make vehicle line series body type 4 Engine type 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Maintenance and Specifications 318 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd P...

Page 319: ...mpliance Certification Label The following table tells you which transmission each code represents Description Code Six speed manual transmission MT82 X Six speed automatic transmission 6R80 3 Maintenance and Specifications 319 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 320: ...well as any component damaged by the defective accessories The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty The following is a list of several Ford Custom Accessories Not all accessories are avai...

Page 321: ... Ford Licensed Accessories are fully designed and developed by the accessory manufacturer and have not been designed or tested to Ford Motor Company engineering requirements Contact your Ford dealer for details regarding the manufacturer s limited warranty and or a copy of the FLA product limited warranty offered by the accessory manufacturer For maximum vehicle performance keep the following info...

Page 322: ...e particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use To avoid interference with other vehicle functions such as anti lock braking systems amateur radio users who install radios and antennas onto their vehicle should not locate the amateur radio antennas in the area of the driver s side hood Any non Ford custom electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the ...

Page 323: ...e plan authorized and backed by Ford Motor Company That means you get Reliable quality service anywhere you go Factory trained technicians Ford Authorized Parts used with every covered repair Rental car reimbursement If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered repairs you are eligible for rental car coverage including Bumper to Bumper warranty repairs or manufacturer s recalls Transferable cover...

Page 324: ...ance It covers regular checkups routine inspections preventive care and replacement of items that require periodic attention for normal wear Wiper blades Brake pads and linings Spark plugs except California Shock absorbers Clutch disc Belts and hoses Contact your selling Ford or Lincoln dealership today so they can customize a Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving lifestyle and budget ...

Page 325: ...Ford Extended Service Plan 325 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 326: ...are several Ford ESP plans available in various time distance and deductible combinations Each plan is tailored to fit your own driving needs including reimbursement for towing and rental When you purchase Ford ESP you receive added peace of mind protection throughout Canada and the United States provided by a network of participating Ford Motor Company dealers For more information visit your loca...

Page 327: ...at will pay dividends in the form of improved reliability durability and resale value To ensure the proper performance of your vehicle and its emission control systems it is imperative that scheduled maintenance be completed at the designated intervals Your vehicle is equipped with the Intelligent Oil Life Monitor IOLM system which displays a message in the message center at the proper oil change ...

Page 328: ...ner s responsibility to determine the equivalency of such parts Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete warranty information Chemicals or additives not approved by Ford are not required for factory recommended maintenance In fact Ford Motor Company recommends against the use of such additive products unless specifically recommended by Ford for a particular application Oils fluids and flush...

Page 329: ... Motorcraft威 branded replacement parts These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company s specifications and we stand behind them Parts installed at your dealership carry a nationwide 12 month 12 000 mile 20 000 km parts and labor limited warranty Your dealer can give you details Value shopping for your vehicle s maintenance needs Your dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance an...

Page 330: ...by GT500 owners Refer to the Shelby GT500 supplement Check every month Engine oil level Function of all interior and exterior lights Tires for wear and proper pressure including spare Windshield washer fluid level Check every six months Battery connections clean if necessary Body and door drain holes for obstructions clean if necessary Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength Door weatherst...

Page 331: ...ard warning system operation Tires for wear and proper pressure including spare Fluid levels fill if necessary Windshield for cracks chips or pits For oil and fluid leaks Washer spray and wiper operation Brake coolant recovery reservoir manual and automatic transmission with an underhood dipstick power steering if equipped and window washer Be sure to ask your dealership service advisor or technic...

Page 332: ...Scheduled Maintenance 332 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 333: ...d its impact on engine oil change intervals it is provided as a guideline only Actual engine oil change intervals will depend on several factors and will generally decrease with severity of use Note The Shelby威 GT500威 message center is NOT equipped with this feature refer to your Shelby GT500 supplement for oil change service intervals When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message Miles km Vehicl...

Page 334: ...strength and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect rear axle and U joints lubricate if equipped with grease fittings AWD vehicles Inspect half shaft boots if equipped Inspect steering linkage ball joints suspension tie rod ends driveshaft and U joints lubricate if equipped with grease fittings Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise wear looseness or drag Reset you...

Page 335: ...e belt s Change automatic transmission fluid and filter Change manual transmission fluid Replace accessory drive belt s if not replaced within the last 100 000 miles 160 000 km 1 Additional maintenance items can be performed within 3 000 miles 4 800 km of the last oil change Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval 2 Initial replacement at 6 years or 100 000 miles 160 000 km then eve...

Page 336: ...DE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 336 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 337: ...ATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 337 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 338: ...ATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 338 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 339: ...EQUIRED message appearing in the message center Example 1 The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at 28 751 miles 46 270 km perform the 30 000 mile 48 000 km automatic transmission fluid replacement Example 2 The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message has not come on but the odometer reads 30 000 miles 48 000 km perform the engine air filter replacement i e Intelligent Oil Life Monitor was reset at 25 000 m...

Page 340: ... filter if equipped Replace engine air filter Every 5 000 miles 8 000 km Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise wear looseness or drag Rotate tires inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Every 5 000 miles 8 000 km or 6 months Change engine oil and filter Every 50 000 miles 80 000 km Change manual transmission fluid Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor after each en...

Page 341: ... CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 341 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fu...

Page 342: ...ATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 342 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 3rd Printing USA fus ...

Page 343: ...f the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL M2C192 A part number FITZ 19580 B or equivalent Add four ounces 118 mL of additive friction modifier XL 3 EST M2C118 A or equivalent for complete refill of Traction Lok rear axles The axle fluid should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water California fuel filter replacement If the vehicle is reg...

Page 344: ...air filter 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 Shelby GT500 owners Refer to the Shelby GT500 supplement Engine coolant change log DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A C...

Page 345: ...cking 307 fluid refill capacities 313 fluid specification 313 Auxiliary input jack Line in 38 Auxiliary powerpoint 75 Axle lubricant specifications 313 refill capacities 313 traction lok 219 B Battery 287 acid treating emergencies 287 battery saver 56 jumping a disabled battery 257 maintenance free 287 replacement specifications 312 servicing 287 Belt Minder威 138 Blind spot mirror 230 Booster seat...

Page 346: ... 90 raising the convertible top 93 Coolant checking and adding 289 refill capacities 292 313 specifications 313 Cruise control see Speed control 79 Customer Assistance 232 Ford Extended Service Plan 323 326 Getting assistance outside the U S and Canada 266 Getting roadside assistance 232 Getting the service you need 262 Ordering additional owner s literature 268 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration...

Page 347: ...r funnel 299 filling your vehicle with fuel 295 297 301 filter specifications 295 312 fuel pump shut off 234 improving fuel economy 301 octane rating 298 299 316 quality 299 running out of fuel 256 299 safety information relating to automotive fuels 295 Fuses 234 236 G Garage door opener 83 Gas cap see Fuel cap 297 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 301 Gauges 17 H Hazard flashers 233 Headlamps 56 aimin...

Page 348: ...warning and indicator 12 anti lock brakes ABS 212 Limited slip axle see Traction Loc 219 Load limits 195 Locks 102 autolock 103 105 doors 102 Lubricant specifications 313 Lug nuts 256 Lumbar support seats 125 M Manual transmission 223 fluid capacities 313 lubricant specifications 313 reverse 225 Message center 19 display color 25 english metric button 25 MyColor display 25 system check button 25 w...

Page 349: ...136 137 Safety defects reporting 269 Safety restraints 132 134 137 Belt Minder威 138 extension assembly 137 for adults 134 136 137 for children 155 Occupant Classification Sensor 130 warning light and chime 138 Safety restraints LATCH anchors 163 Safety seats for children 159 Safety Compliance Certification Label 317 Satellite Radio Information 44 Scheduled Maintenance Guide Normal Scheduled Mainte...

Page 350: ... 260 Traction Control Sport Mode 218 Traction lok rear axle 219 Transmission automatic operation 221 brake shift interlock BSI 219 fluid checking and adding automatic 307 fluid checking and adding manual 308 fluid refill capacities 313 lubricant specifications 313 manual operation 223 Trunk 106 remote release 95 110 Turn signal 61 U Universal garage door opener 83 USB port 40 V Vehicle Identificat...

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