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the system determines that a small child is present in a forward-facing
child restraint that is installed according to the manufacturer’s
instructions,

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the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat,

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a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of
time,

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a child or a small person occupies the front passenger seat.

When the passenger airbag off light is illuminated, the passenger side
airbag may be disabled to avoid the risk of airbag deployment injuries.

The front passenger sensing system
uses a

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passenger airbag off

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or

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pass airbag off

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indicator which will

illuminate and stay lit to remind you
that the front passenger frontal
airbag is disabled. The indicator
lamp is located on the front edge of the map lamps.

Note

: The indicator lamp will illuminate for a short period of time when

the ignition is turned to the on position to confirm it is functional.
When the front passenger seat is not occupied (empty seat) or in the
event that the front passenger frontal airbag is enabled (may inflate), the
indicator lamp will be unlit.
The front passenger sensing system is designed to disable (will not
inflate) the front passenger’s frontal airbag when a rear facing infant
seat, a forward-facing child restraint, or a booster seat is detected.

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When the front passenger sensing system disables (will not inflate)
the front passenger frontal airbag, the indicator lamp will illuminate
and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is
disabled.

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If the child restraint has been installed 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 seat.

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When the front passenger sensing system enables the front passenger
frontal airbag (may inflate), the indicator will be unlit and stay unlit.

If a person of adult size is sitting in the front passenger’s seat, but the

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passenger airbag off

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or

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pass airbag off

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indicator lamp is lit, it is

possible that the person isn’t sitting properly in the seat. If this happens:

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Summary of Contents for Mustang 2010

Page 1: ...limate Controls 51 Manual heating and air conditioning 51 Navigation system based climate control 54 Rear window defroster 58 Lights 59 Headlamps 59 Turn signal control 64 Bulb replacement 64 Driver Controls 72 Windshield wiper washer control 72 Steering wheel adjustment 73 Power windows 76 Mirrors 79 Speed control 80 Locks and Security 91 Keys 91 Locks 91 Anti theft system 100 Table of Contents 1...

Page 2: ...196 AdvanceTrac威 198 Transmission operation 205 Rear view camera system 210 Roadside Emergencies 213 Getting roadside assistance 213 Hazard flasher control 214 Fuel pump shut off switch 215 Fuses and relays 215 Changing tires 223 Temporary mobility kit 228 Wheel lug nut torque 237 Jump starting 238 Wrecker towing 244 Customer Assistance 246 Reporting safety defects U S only 252 Reporting safety de...

Page 3: ...ice Plan 306 Index 309 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation Copyright 2009 Ford Motor Company Table of...

Page 4: ...hicle 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 switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration ...

Page 5: ...some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and 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 MATE...

Page 6: ...ations chapter for more information on oil usage SPECIAL NOTICES New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle s New Vehicle Limited Warranty refer to the Warranty Guide Customer Information Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner s Guide Special instructions For your added safety your vehicle is fitted with sophistic...

Page 7: ... Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized service facilities and that the diagnostic information may be used for any purpose See your SYNC威 supplement for more information Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle event data recorders are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event The mo...

Page 8: ...t for more information Additionally when you connect to Traffic Directions and Information if equipped U S only the service uses GPS technology and advanced vehicle sensors to collect the vehicle s current location travel direction and speed vehicle travel information only to help provide you with the directions traffic reports or business searches you request If you do not want Ford or its vendor...

Page 9: ...on your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this Owner s Guide A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this book By referring to the market unique supplement if provided you can properly identify those features recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle This Owner s Guid...

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 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd 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 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 12: ...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 Instrument Cluster 12 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing U...

Page 13: ...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 Check fuel fill inlet if equipped Illuminates when the...

Page 14: ...ing is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated Airbag readiness If this light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned to on continues to 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 ...

Page 15: ...he Tires Wheels and Loading chapter When the ignition is first turned to on the light will illuminate for three seconds to ensure the bulb 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 wh...

Page 16: ... and any of the doors or the hood trunk are open Anti theft system Flashes when the SecuriLock威 passive anti theft system has been activated Electronic throttle control Illuminates when the engine has defaulted to a limp home operation Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on If the indicators s...

Page 17: ... is opened GAUGES Base instrument cluster gauges V6 shown V8 similar Optional instrument cluster gauges V6 shown V8 similar Refer to Message center in this chapter to select one of six preset colors or three user definable colors MyColor威 for the nighttime gauge backlighting Instrument Cluster 17 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 18: ...the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine and let the engine cool WARNING Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot Odometer Registers the total miles kilometers of the vehicle Base instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster Refer to Message center in this chapter for how to switch the display from Metric to Engl...

Page 19: ...re Press and hold the RESET button to reset the trip odometer to zero Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine V6 instrument cluster V8 instrument cluster Battery voltage gauge if equipped Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the on position If the pointer moves a...

Page 20: ...e fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information MINI MESSAGE CENTER IF EQUIPPED Selectable features Press and release the RESET stem to scroll trough the message center functions Select or...

Page 21: ...on being turned off 1 To disable enable the autolock autounlock feature select this function using RESET stem 2 Press and hold the RESET stem for two seconds to turn it on or off MESSAGE CENTER IF EQUIPPED With the ignition in the on position the message center located on your instrument cluster displays important vehicle information through a constant monitor of vehicle systems You may select dis...

Page 22: ... if equipped Ambient Light if equipped Language Ambient Light Dim if equipped Ambient Color if equipped System check Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to cycle through each of the systems being monitored For each of the monitored systems the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for two seconds Pressing the RESET control cycles t...

Page 23: ...following 1 Press and release the SETUP control to display OIL LIFE XXX HOLD RESET NEW 2 Press and hold the RESET control for two seconds and release Oil life is set to 100 and OIL LIFE SET TO 100 is displayed 3 While OIL LIFE SET TO 100 is displayed if a lower oil life start value is desired press and release the RESET control to reduce the start value Each press of the RESET control reduces the ...

Page 24: ...nsity of the ambient lighting select this function from the SETUP MENU 2 Press RESET to choose low medium high or auto Gauge color Ambient color Halo color Gauge color The instrument cluster gauges are backlit with white backlighting when the headlamps are off When the headlamps are on you can select one of the preset colors for the nighttime gauge backlighting or create up to three custom colors ...

Page 25: ...evels of the three primary colors Red Green and Blue through the MyColor威 feature to achieve any of 125 different combinations You can save up to three custom colors in MyColor威 To enter the MyColor威 adjust mode do the following vehicle must be stationary 1 Press and hold RESET for three seconds at the MyColor 1 2 or 3 menu option to reach the MyColor威 adjust mode 2 Press SETUP to scroll through t...

Page 26: ... 120 or 180 seconds Autolock This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the vehicle is shifted into any gear putting the vehicle in motion 1 To disable enable the autolock feature select this function from the SETUP MENU 2 Press RESET to turn autolock on or off Autounlock if equipped This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver s door is opened within 10 minute...

Page 27: ...l displays the following control displays Trip A or B Distance to Empty Average Fuel Economy Instantaneous Fuel Economy MPG Timer Blank Display Odometer Trip odometer Refer to Gauges in this chapter Distance to empty DTE Selecting this function from the INFO menu estimates approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions Remember to turn the ...

Page 28: ...ons 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 Variations in top off procedure from one fill up to another Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0 1 gallon liter 1 Driv...

Page 29: ...er 2 Press and release RESET to pause the timer 3 Press and hold RESET for two seconds in order to reset the timer Blank display Select this function from the INFO control to turn your message center display off System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle s operating systems In the event of a multiple warning situation the message center will cycl...

Page 30: ...for information about adding engine oil If the oil level is OK and this warning persists shut down the engine immediately and contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM Displayed when the electrical system is not maintaining proper voltage If you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is idling at a low speed turn off as many of the electrical loads as s...

Page 31: ...possible TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning or your spare tire is in use For more information on how the system operates under these conditions refer to Understanding your tire pressure monitoring system TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter If the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible SECU...

Page 32: ... devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so Accessory delay Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay With this feature the radio and other electrical accessories may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened Note Your vehicle is equipped with a unique audio system If your display shows six small circles in the d...

Page 33: ...s turned back on AM FM Press repeatedly to select AM FM1 FM2 frequency band TUNE Turn the knob to go up down the frequency band in individual increments DIRECT Press DIRECT and then select the desired radio frequency i e 93 9 using the memory preset numbers 0 9 SEEK Press SEEK to access the previous next strong radio station SCAN Press for a brief sampling of all strong radio stations MEMORY PRESE...

Page 34: ...ON and press OK RDS Radio Available only in FM mode This feature allows you to search RDS equipped stations for a certain category of music format CLASSIC COUNTRY JAZZ RB ROCK etc To activate Press MENU repeatedly until RDS ON OFF appears in the display Use SEEK to 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 Ca...

Page 35: ... AUTOLOAD Load the desired disc label side up The system will prompt you to load discs for the remaining available slots Insert the discs one at a time label side up when prompted Once loaded the disc in preset 1 will begin to play Press the number preset buttons 1 6 to choose the disc you want to play Play Pause Press to play pause a track when playing a CD EJECT For a single CD system press EJEC...

Page 36: ... SO and Artist AR in the display if available 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 COMPRESSION Press MENU repeatedly until COMPRESSION ON OFF appears in the display Use SEEK to switch between ON OFF When COMPRESSION is ON the system will bring the soft and loud CD ...

Page 37: ...entered INVALID CHANNEL will appear in the display and the system will continue playing the current station SEEK Press SEEK to seek to the previous next channel If a specific category is selected Jazz Rock News etc press SEEK to seek to the previous next channel in the selected category Press and hold SEEK to fast seek through the previous next channels SCAN Press SCAN for a brief sampling of all ...

Page 38: ...enu Press SEEK to cycle through the following options CATEGORY MENU Press OK to enter category mode Press SEEK to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories Pop Rock News etc Press OK when the desired category appears in the display After a category is selected press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only i e ROCK You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all...

Page 39: ...L DELETED Note If there are no songs presently saved the display will read NO SONGS d DISABLE ALERTS ENABLE ALERTS Press OK to enable disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when your selected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel The system default is disabled SONG ALERTS ENABLED DISABLED will appear in the display The menu listing will display the opposite state For example ...

Page 40: ... the system will exit back to the satellite radio menu Sound Adjustments Press SOUND repeatedly to cycle through the following features BASS Press SEEK to adjust the level of bass TREBLE Press SEEK to adjust the level of treble BALANCE Press SEEK to adjust the audio between the left L and right R speakers FADE Press SEEK to adjust the audio between the back B and front F speakers SPEED COMPENSATED...

Page 41: ...essing OK For further information refer to the SYNC威 information included with your vehicle PHONE If your vehicle is 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 ca...

Page 42: ...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 43: ...s persists replace or recharge the batteries in the portable music player 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 movi...

Page 44: ...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 45: ...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 45 2010 05...

Page 46: ...P3 disc playback 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 depen...

Page 47: ...ructure as if it were only one level deep all mp3 files will be played regardless of being in a specific folder In folder mode the system will only play the mp3 files in the current folder Satellite 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 l...

Page 48: ...interference Your radio display may display NO SIGNAL to indicate the interference SIRIUS威 satellite radio service SIRIUS威 satellite radio is a subscription based satellite radio service that broadcasts music sports news and entertainment programming A service fee is required in order to receive SIRIUS威 service Vehicles that are equipped with a factory installed SIRIUS威 satellite radio system incl...

Page 49: ...system failure present If this message does not clear within a short period of time or with an ignition key cycle your receiver may have a fault See your authorized dealer for service INVALID CHNL Channel no longer available This previously available channel is no longer available Tune to another channel If the channel was one of your presets you may choose another channel for that preset button U...

Page 50: ... return UPDATING Update of channel programming in progress No action required The process could take up to three minutes CALL SIRIUS威 1 888 539 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 ...

Page 51: ...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 52: ...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 53: ...t 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 in side window defogging demisting in cold weather 1 Sele...

Page 54: ...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 55: ...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 56: ...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 57: ...commended 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 For maximum cooling performance MAX A C in manual override control 1 Choose panel A C and MAX A C controls 2 ...

Page 58: ...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 59: ...etected the vehicle will be 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 il...

Page 60: ...be changed To program the auto lamp exit time delay 1 Start with the ignition in the off position and the headlamp control in the autolamp position 2 Turn the headlamp control to off 3 Turn the ignition switch to 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 t...

Page 61: ...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 62: ...This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by your authorized dealer Vertical aim adjustment 1 Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface approximately ...

Page 63: ...and portion of the beam pattern If the top edge of the high intensity light zone is not at the horizontal reference line the headlamp will need to be adjusted For vehicles with HID headlamps There is a distinct cut off change from light to dark in the left portion of the beam pattern The top edge of this cut off should be positioned two inches 50 8 mm below the horizontal reference line 4 Locate t...

Page 64: ...ignal lamps an outage of the inner most of the three compartments will result in this rapid flash rate INTERIOR LAMPS Map lamps Press the controls on either side of the lamp to turn the light on BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure Condensation can be a natural by product of this design When moist air enters the lamp assemb...

Page 65: ...ith an authorized D O T for North America and an E for Europe to ensure lamp performance light brightness and pattern and safe visibility The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time Function Trade Number Headlamp halogen H13 HID high intensity discharge headlamp if equipped D3S Front park lamp turn lamp halogen 3457...

Page 66: ...ulling it straight out WARNING Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully 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 disc...

Page 67: ...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 67 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 68: ... 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 69: ...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 70: ...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 71: ... Rotate the bulb counterclockwise and remove from the lamp assembly Install the new bulb in reverse order Replacing high mount brake lamp bulbs For bulb replacement see your authorized dealer Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position 2 Remove the two screws and the lens from the license plate lamp assembly 3 Carefully pull the bulb straight out from ...

Page 72: ...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 73: ...adcast antenna Magnetic or metallic objects placed in on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy Usually when something affects the compass readings the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions If the compass still appears to be inaccurate a manual calibration may be necessary Refer to Compass calibration adjustment Most geographic ar...

Page 74: ...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 75: ...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 76: ...n 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 battery To prevent the battery from being discharged do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running do not leave battery chargers video game adapters computers...

Page 77: ...switch to any position to stop the window operation Restoring the express up functionality Front windows only Under low battery power conditions express up only functionality may be lost To reset this function after restoring full battery power pull the switch to the express up position hold the switch until the glass reaches the stall position and continue to hold for two seconds Press the window...

Page 78: ...he 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 window until it completes its travel and hold the switch down for two seconds Immediately after releasing th...

Page 79: ...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 dimming interior rear view mirror if equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with an interior rear view mirror that has an auto dimming function The electronic day night mirror will change from the normal high reflective state to the non glare...

Page 80: ...he left mirror 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place SPEED CONTROL With speed control set you can maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal WARNING Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved Setting speed control The controls for using...

Page 81: ...f 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 mph 16 km h below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control Tap the brake pedal or clutch pedal if equipped Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous ...

Page 82: ...er speed Press and hold the SET control until you get to the desired speed then release the control You can also use the SET control to operate the Tap Up function Press and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph 1 6 km h Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET control RES SET RES ...

Page 83: ... to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph 1 6 km h Press the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached and press the SET control Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control Base controls Optional controls Press the OFF control Turn off the ignition Note When you turn off the speed control or the ignition your speed control set speed me...

Page 84: ... 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 etc Press VOL to adjust the volume in any mode Press to activate phone m...

Page 85: ...Key must be in the on position It is recommended that the vehicle s engine is running when lowering the top to prevent draining the battery 2 Check the convertible top stowage compartment behind the rear seat to be sure it is empty and ready to receive the top Check the convertible top outer surface to be sure it is free of leaves and debris The latch handles must be pulled downwards fully to allo...

Page 86: ...all the boot on the vehicle by hooking the boot retaining clips on the back panel 2 Install the boot on the right side tucking in the front part of the boot in the quarter panel and hooking the retaining clip on the side 3 Install the boot on the left side tucking in the front part of the boot in the quarter panel and hooking the retaining clip on the side 2 4 1 3 5 Driver Controls 86 2010 05 Must...

Page 87: ...oot straps on the vehicle or the boot may come loose while driving To remove unhook the boot straps from the rear seat hooks and push the boot down slightly unhooking the boot retaining clips from the vehicle and lift off Storing the boot 1 Position the boot right side up and fold each side of the boot inward 2 Turn the boot upside down and fold the left side of the boot inward Driver Controls 87 ...

Page 88: ...lease the convertible top switch to open both latch handles before the top meets the windshield header Make sure the latch handles are pulled down fully for hand clearance and are swung to the fully open position Note If the top has been in the down position for an extended period or if the temperature is low the top material may shrink a small amount Pulling down on the latch handles and at the c...

Page 89: ... and at the center grip in the header will make it easier to fasten the top Push the latch handles up into the stowed position once the latch is rotated into the full forward position 6 Raise the rear windows first and then raise the front windows ROLLER BLIND SUN SHADE IF EQUIPPED If your vehicle is equipped with a glass roof the roller blind sun shade will cover the glass roof inside your vehicl...

Page 90: ... 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 disabled To enable the interior trunk control use the integrated keyhead transmitter to unlock the vehicle or ...

Page 91: ...ock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 issued with a security tag that provides important ve...

Page 92: ...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 93: ...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 94: ...wer 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 S...

Page 95: ...familiarize 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 compar...

Page 96: ...d 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 for your IKT is approximately 33 feet 10 meters A decrease in operating range could be caused by weather conditions...

Page 97: ...utes after the ignition is turned to the off position Two stage unlocking may be disabled or re enabled by simultaneously pressing the and controls on the IKT for four seconds disabling two stage unlock allows all vehicle doors to unlock simultaneously The turn lamps will flash twice to indicate that two stage unlock was enabled or disabled Locking the doors 1 Press and release to lock all the doo...

Page 98: ...n signal and interior lamps will flash for a maximum of approximately three minutes Press again or turn the ignition to the accessory or on position to deactivate or wait for the alarm to time out in approximately three minutes Note The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the off position Opening the trunk Press twice to open the trunk Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched ...

Page 99: ...any grease on the battery terminals on the back surface of the circuit board 2 Remove the old battery Note Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries 3 Insert the new battery Refer to the instructions inside the IKT for the correct orientation of the battery Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity 4 Snap the bat...

Page 100: ...ransmitter lock control is pressed or after 25 seconds of illumination The inside lights will not turn off if they have been turned on with the dimmer control or any door is open Illuminated exit When all vehicle doors are closed and the key is removed from the ignition the interior dome lamp and the turn signal lamps will illuminate The lights will turn off if all the doors remain closed and 25 s...

Page 101: ...e engine These objects will not cause damage to the coded IKT but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the IKT when starting the engine If a problem occurs turn the ignition off remove all objects on the key chain away from the coded IKT and restart the engine Note Do not leave a duplicate coded key in the vehicle Always take your keys and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle An...

Page 102: ...hat operates all the locks and starts the vehicle as well as a remote keyless entry transmitter A maximum of eight coded keys can be programmed to your vehicle only four of these eight keys can be IKTs with remote entry functionality If your IKTs or standard SecuriLock威 coded keys are lost or stolen and you don t have an extra coded key you will need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dea...

Page 103: ...tion for at least three seconds but no more than 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition to the 1 off position and remove the first coded key from the ignition 4 After three seconds but within 10 seconds of turning the ignition to the 1 off position insert the second previously coded key into the ignition 5 Turn the ignition from the 1 off position to the 3 on position Keep the ignition in the 3 on positio...

Page 104: ...try to your vehicle and is also designed to help prevent the unwanted towing of the vehicle When the vehicle is locked and armed the active anti theft system monitors the following Doors Hood Trunk Movement inside the vehicle Change in vehicle inclination Note The active anti theft system includes a motion detection system which monitors the passenger cabin and a vehicle incline sensor which detec...

Page 105: ...d interior lamps and will sound the horn The system is ready to arm whenever the key is out of the ignition Any of the following actions will arm the alarm system Press the control on the remote entry transmitter portion of your Integrated Keyhead Transmitter Lock all doors using the interior power lock switch while the driver or passenger door is open and then becomes closed Lock the driver door ...

Page 106: ...r 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 doors hood and vehicle incline Once the trunk becomes closed the motion sensing system will rearm Triggering the anti theft system The armed system will be triggered if Any door the hood or the trunk is o...

Page 107: ...become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with front row outboard head restraints that are vertically 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 ...

Page 108: ...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 109: ...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 110: ...NING 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 Lift handle to move seat forward or backward Pull lever up to adjust the angle of the seatback Seating and Safety Restraints 110 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 111: ...ck firmness Adjusting the front power seats if equipped WARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback 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 ...

Page 112: ...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 113: ... if used for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket or cushion because this may cause the seat heater to overheat Do not puncture the seat with pins needles or other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element which may cause the seat heater to overheat An overheated seat may cause serious personal injury Note Do not do ...

Page 114: ...seat access This release handle is located on the upper back of the front seat The seatback locks automatically when returned to the normal position Use the recliner handle to return the seatback to the desired position REAR SEATS 2nd seat split folding rear seat One or both rear seatbacks coupe only can be folded down to provide additional cargo space Seating and Safety Restraints 114 2010 05 Mus...

Page 115: ...an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of airbag related injuries The system is able to analyze different occupant 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 Sys...

Page 116: ...rontal and near frontal collisions not rollovers side impacts or rear impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints The dual stage airbags offer the capability to tailor the level of airbag inflation energy A lower less forceful energy level is provided for more common moderate severity impacts A higher energ...

Page 117: ...nger sensing system can automatically turn off the passenger front airbag The system is designed to help protect small child size occupants from airbag deployments when they are improperly seated or restrained in the front passenger seat contrary to proper child seating or restraint usage recommendations Even with this technology parents are STRONGLY encouraged to always properly restrain children...

Page 118: ...s and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System is not required The Restraints Control Module RCM monitors its own 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 t...

Page 119: ...vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly WARNING In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety 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 w...

Page 120: ...d the front of the vehicle until it locks into place This allows 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 tongu...

Page 121: ...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 WARNING After any vehicle collision the safety belt system at all outboard seating positions except driver which has no automatic locking retractor feature must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify ...

Page 122: ...movement of the driver and passengers Automatic locking mode The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt When to use the 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 This mode should be used any tim...

Page 123: ...o retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode WARNING After any vehicle collision the front passenger and rear outboard safety belt systems must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning properly In addition all safety belts should be checked...

Page 124: ...hen fully extended there is an 8 inch 20 cm safety belt extension assembly that can be added part number 611C22 This assembly can be obtained from an authorized dealer Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you w...

Page 125: ...fety belt warning light in the instrument cluster when the driver s and front passenger s safety belt is unbuckled The Belt Minder威 feature uses information from the front passenger sensing system to determine if a front seat passenger is present and therefore potentially in need of a warning To avoid activating the Belt Minder威 feature for objects placed in the front passenger seat warnings will ...

Page 126: ...ng 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 unbuckled for approximately one minute while the vehicle is traveling at least 3 mph 5 km h and more than 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on The B...

Page 127: ... 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 wrinkle my clothes Possibly but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes particularly if you are unbelted The people I m with don t wear belts...

Page 128: ...and front passenger Belt Minder威 features can be deactivated activated by performing the following procedure Before following the procedure make sure that The parking brake is set The gearshift is in P Park automatic transmission The gearshift is in neutral manual transmission The ignition switch is in the off position The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled WARNING While the des...

Page 129: ...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 As confirmation the restraint system warning light will flash four times per second for three seconds This will enable the Belt Minder威 feature for that seating position if it is currently disabled As confirmation the restraint system warning li...

Page 130: ...Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches 25 cm between an occupant s chest and the driver airbag module WARNING Never place your arm over the airbag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries To properly position yourself away from the airbag Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comforta...

Page 131: ...vehicle Children and airbags Children must always be properly restrained Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision WARNING Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in fr...

Page 132: ...e burnt propellant This may consist of cornstarch talcum powder or sodium compounds which may irritate the skin and eyes but none of the residue is toxic While the SRS is designed to help reduce serious injuries contact with a deploying airbag may also cause abrasions swelling or temporary hearing loss Because airbags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force there is the risk of death or s...

Page 133: ...the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision Front passenger sensing system The front passenger sensing system is designed to meet the regulatory requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard FMVSS 208 and is designed to disable will not inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag under certain conditions The front passenger sensing system works with sensors that ar...

Page 134: ...r sensing system is designed to disable will not inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag when a rear facing infant seat a forward facing child restraint or a booster seat is detected When the front passenger sensing system disables will not inflate the front passenger frontal airbag the indicator lamp will illuminate and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is disabl...

Page 135: ...cupants have adjusted their seats and put on safety belts it s very important that they continue to sit properly A properly seated occupant sits upright leaning against the seat back and centered on the seat cushion with their feet comfortably extended on the floor Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event For example if an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sit...

Page 136: ...ap Cargo interference with the seat Other passengers pushing or pulling on the seat Rear passenger 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 ...

Page 137: ...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 138: ...sign 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 nylon bag airbag with a gas g...

Page 139: ... 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 140: ...dealer 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 or Safety Canopy威 or the safety belt pretensioners The system can be tur...

Page 141: ...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 142: ...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 143: ...kg X X X Forward facing child seat Over 48 lb 21 kg X X WARNING Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active airbag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the vehicle seat all the way back When possible all children age 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position If all children c...

Page 144: ...to boost a child They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision WARNING Always restrain an unoccupied child seat or booster seat These objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop which may increase the risk of serious injury WARNING Never place or allow a child to place the shoulder belt under a child s arm or behind the back because it reduces...

Page 145: ...y your child safety seat or booster manufacturer fits the restraint and can be restrained properly then restrain the child in the child safety seat or with the belt positioning booster Remember that child seats and belt positioning boosters vary and may be designed to fit children of different heights ages and weights Children who are too large for child safety seats or belt positioning boosters a...

Page 146: ...sition Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat with 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 lo...

Page 147: ...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 147 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 148: ...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 149: ...CH system is composed of three vehicle anchor points two 2 lower anchors 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 at the LATCH equipped seating positions in your vehicle This t...

Page 150: ...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 attachments and may break...

Page 151: ... tether straps Many forward facing child safety seats include a tether strap which extends from the back of the child safety seat and hooks to an anchoring point called the top tether anchor Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for information about ordering a tether strap or to obtain a longer tether strap if the tethe...

Page 152: ... LATCH system or both you can attach the top tether strap Perform the following steps to attach a child safety seat to the tether anchor For Coupe only 1 Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat For vehicles with adjustable head restraints route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts otherwise route the tether strap over the top of ...

Page 153: ...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 Seating and Safety Restraints 153 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 154: ...ise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback The tether anchors on the convertible are located rearward of the seatback in the convertible top sling Note For easier access attach the tether with the convertible top up Note The attachments for the convertible boot located on the back of the head restraints are not tether anchors Seating and Safety Restraints 154 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owner...

Page 155: ...the event of a collision 4 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 If your child restraint system is equipped with a tether strap and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use Ford also recommends its use Seating and Safety Restrai...

Page 156: ... lap shoulder safety belts fit better They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably at the edge of the cushion while minimizing slouching Booster seats may also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably Try to keep the belt near the middle of the shoulder and across the center of the chest Moving the child closer a few centimeters...

Page 157: ...types of belt positioning booster seats backless and high back Always use booster seats in conjunction with the vehicle lap shoulder belt Backless booster seats If your backless booster seat has a removable shield remove the shield If a vehicle seating position has a low seat back or no head restraint a backless booster seat may place your child s head as measured at the tops of the ears above the...

Page 158: ...snug across the hips never up across the stomach and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder The drawings below compare the ideal fit center to a shoulder belt uncomfortably 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 S...

Page 159: ...nance Inspect the vehicle safety belts and child safety seat systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged Inspect the vehicle and child seat safety belts to make sure there are no nicks tears or cuts Replace if necessary All vehicle safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front safety belt buckle assemblies buckle support assemblies slide bar if equipped sho...

Page 160: ...RNING Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly or child restraint system under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Seating and Safety Restraints 160 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 161: ...ires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the 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 ...

Page 162: ...loaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure TIRES 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...

Page 163: ...pport wheel for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon 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 an...

Page 164: ...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 165: ...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 166: ... 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 167: ...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 168: ...ng 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 or two rear tires generally be replaced as a pair The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels...

Page 169: ...e tire and wheel If you cannot detect a cause have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you re driving the wheels may be out of alignment ...

Page 170: ...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 requirements INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL Both U S and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place stan...

Page 171: ...cates 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 wheel diameter 6 95 Indicates the tire s load index It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry You may find this information in your Owner s Guide If not contact a local tire dealer Note You may not find this information...

Page 172: ...o numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured the next two are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built For example the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability Th...

Page 173: ...alt 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 tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel 13 Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure Indicates the tire manufacturers maximum permissib...

Page 174: ... 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 175: ...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 176: ... 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 177: ...lways 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 Tire Pres...

Page 178: ...heck your tire pressure to ensure tires are properly inflated refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter 2 After inflating your tires to the manufacturer s recommended inflation 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 will turn OFF Spare tire in use Your temp...

Page 179: ...erature affects your tire pressure The 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 over night with the outside temperature significantly lower than the daytime temperature the ...

Page 180: ... chains on the tires only in an emergency or if the law requires them Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains Chains may damage aluminum wheels Use only SAE Class S chains with P215 60R17 tires on the rear of the vehicle only Do not use tire chains with size P235 50R18 or 245 45R19 tires Use of SAE Class S chains or other chain types may damage your vehicle Install chains securely...

Page 181: ... 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 s weight ratings with or without a trailer from the vehicle s Tire Label or Safety ...

Page 182: ...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 183: ...nd optional equipment When towing trailer tongue load weight is also part of cargo weight GAW Gross Axle Weight is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weight and all payload Tires Wheels and Loading 183 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 184: ...owing 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 Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B Pillar ...

Page 185: ...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 185 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 186: ...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 187: ...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 188: ...ailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 500 miles 800 km Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle s engine transmission brakes tires and suspension Inspect these components carefully after towing WARNING Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label WARNING Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of...

Page 189: ... for operation at the GVWR not GCWR Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles Make sure all running lights brake lights turn signals and hazard lights are working Do not splice into the vehicle lamp wiring for trailer lamps Your vehicle uses an advanced electronic module to control and monitor your vehicle lamps Splicing into the wiring or attaching wiring to the vehicle bulb...

Page 190: ...itch electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts To aid in engine transmission cooling and A C efficiency during hot weather while stopped in traffic place the gearshift lever in P Park automatic transmission or N Neutral manual transmissions Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade If you must park on a grade place wheel chocks under the trailer s wheels RECREATIONAL TOWING Fo...

Page 191: ...is system meets all Canadian interference causing equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise When starting a fuel injected engine don t press the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine For more information on starting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine in this chapter WAR...

Page 192: ...e 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 Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their...

Page 193: ...et Push the clutch pedal to the floor 3 Turn the key to 3 on without turning the key to 4 start Some warning lights will briefly illuminate See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights Driving 193 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 194: ...ou smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time open the windows at least 1 inch 2 5 cm or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED An engine block he...

Page 195: ...ithout stretching Make certain that the extension cord is in excellent condition not patched or spliced Store your extension cord indoors at temperatures above 32 F 0 C Outdoor conditions can deteriorate extension cords over a period of time To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Also ensure that the block he...

Page 196: ... the protective cover seals the prongs of the engine block heater cord plug BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal If a metal to metal continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present the brake linings may be worn out and should be inspected by an authorized dealer If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking the vehicle should be inspected by an...

Page 197: ...e 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 surfaces However the ABS does not decrease stopping distance Parking brake To set the parking brake 1 pull the parking brake handle up as far as po...

Page 198: ...le from the front center console the tunnel and the front seats in order to minimize the risk of interfering with the AdvanceTrac威 sensors Reducing the effectiveness of the AdvanceTrac威 system could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death WARNING Remember that even advanced technology cannot defy the laws of physics It s always possible to lo...

Page 199: ...Trac威 system TCS and ESC are active and monitor the vehicle from start up However the system will only intervene if the driving situation requires it The AdvanceTrac威 system includes an AdvanceTrac威 control switch on the center console a sliding car icon and a sliding car off icon in the instrument cluster Both the sliding car icon and the sliding car off icon in the instrument cluster will illumi...

Page 200: ...ng the brakes to the wheel that is slipping Traction control is most active at low speeds During TCS events the sliding car icon in the instrument cluster will flash If the TCS is activated excessively in a short period of time the braking portion of the system may become temporarily disabled to allow the brakes to cool down In this situation the TCS will use only engine power reduction or transfe...

Page 201: ...ler towing in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter Switching Off AdvanceTrac威 If the vehicle is stuck in snow mud or sand and seems to lose engine power switching off certain features of the AdvanceTrac威 system may be beneficial because the wheels are allowed to spin This will restore full engine power and will enhance momentum through the obstacle The AdvanceTrac威 control switch can be used to en...

Page 202: ... equipped On ADVANCE TRAC SPORT MODE En abled En abled Control switch pressed and held for more than five sec onds vehicle speed 0 mph 0 km h brakes ap plied Advance Trac威 Dis abled On ADVANCE TRAC OFF Dis abled Dis abled Control switch pressed again after deacti vation Advance Trac威 fully enabled Off ADVANCE TRAC ON En abled En abled AdvanceTrac威 Sport Mode The AdvanceTrac威 system provides an ava...

Page 203: ...ice by your authorized dealer Do not fill the power steering fluid reservoir above the MAX mark on the reservoir If the power steering system breaks down or if the engine is turned off you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort If the steering wanders or pulls check for an improperly inflated tire uneven tire wear loose or worn suspension components loose or worn steering componen...

Page 204: ...the hole and press and hold the lever forward while pulling the gearshift lever out of the P Park position and into the N Neutral position 5 Reinstall the cap 6 Start the vehicle If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever it 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 ...

Page 205: ...hen your vehicle battery has been disconnected The Adaptive Transmission Control Strategy allows the transmission to relearn these operating parameters This learning process could take several transmission upshifts and downshifts during this learning process slightly firmer shifts may occur After this learning process normal shift feel and shift scheduling will resume P Park This position locks th...

Page 206: ...d by pressing the transmission control switch on the right side of the shift handle This position allows for all forward gears except Overdrive O D OFF lamp is illuminated Provides engine braking Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O D to other gears Examples heavy city traffic where continuous shifting in and out of overdrive occurs hilly terrain heavy loads trailer towing a...

Page 207: ...ar only Provides maximum engine braking Will not downshift into first gear at high speeds will cause the transmission to downshift to a lower gear then allows for first gear when the vehicle reaches slower speeds Forced downshifts Allowed in Overdrive or Drive Press the accelerator to the floor Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehi...

Page 208: ...ease the clutch pedal while slowly pressing on the accelerator During each shift the clutch pedal must be fully pressed to the floor Make sure the floor mat is properly positioned so it doesn t interfere with the full extension of the clutch pedal Failure to fully press the clutch pedal to the floor may cause increased shift efforts prematurely wear transmission components or damage the transmissi...

Page 209: ...the neutral position and wait at least three seconds before shifting into R Reverse Note The gearshift lever can only be moved into R Reverse by moving it from left of 3 Third and 4 Fourth before shifting into R Reverse This is a lockout feature that protects the transmission from accidentally being shifted into R Reverse from 5 Overdrive Parking your vehicle 1 Apply the brake and shift into the n...

Page 210: ...from the green zone to the yellow or red zones Use the side mirrors and rearview mirror to get better coverage on both sides and rear of the vehicle Image delay if displayed through the rearview mirror When shifting out of R Reverse and into any other gear the image in the rearview mirror will remain on for a few seconds before it shuts off to assist in parking or trailer hookup Image delay if dis...

Page 211: ...eaction time to stop the vehicle WARNING Do not use the camera system with the trunk open If the back end of the vehicle is hit or damaged then check with your authorized dealer to have your rear video system checked for proper coverage and operation Night time and dark area use At night time or in dark areas the camera system relies on the reverse lamp lighting to produce an image Therefore it is...

Page 212: ...ay be limited Also 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 brak...

Page 213: ...l 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 Mercury Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles 56 km of the disablement location or to the nearest authorized dealer If a member requests to be to...

Page 214: ...l 1 800 665 2006 If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest dealership within 35 miles 56 km To obtain reimbursement information U S Ford Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers call 1 800 241 3673 Customers will be asked to submit their original receipts Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement i...

Page 215: ...nt reset the switch by pressing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition on 5 Wait a few seconds and return the key to off 6 Make another check for leaks 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 fuse Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components Note Always ...

Page 216: ...ral 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 Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located in the lower passenger side area behind the kick panel Open the trim panel door and remove the fuse cover to access the fuses To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided to the left of the fuses and...

Page 217: ... On Off BOO power 3 15A SYNC威 4 30A Passenger rear window convertible only 5 10A Brake transmission shift interlock BTSI 6 20A Turn signals Hazard flashers 7 10A Left low beam headlamp 8 10A Right low beam headlamp 9 15A Courtesy lamps 10 15A Switch illumination Roadside Emergencies 217 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 218: ...s 23 15A High beam headlamps 24 20A Horn 25 10A Demand lighting battery saver 26 10A Cluster battery 27 20A Ignition switch feed 28 5A Audio mute Start 29 5A Camera Run Start 30 5A Not used Spare 31 10A Restraints control module RCM 32 10A Passenger airbag deactivation indicator PADI Occupant classification sensor OCS 33 10A Not used Spare 34 5A Electronic stability control Steering angle 35 10A A...

Page 219: ... 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 vehicle s main electrical systems from overloads Do not probe the contacts for the fuses and relays in the power distribution box as damage will occur causing improper or loss of electrical functionality WAR...

Page 220: ...ation 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 9 30A Wipers 10 30A ABS valve 11 Not used 12 Not used 13 15A Fuel pump relay Roadside Emergencies 220 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 221: ... control module PCM keep alive power 24 Not used 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 amplifier Shaker 500 radio 34 30A Driver front window motor 35 40A Convertible top motor 36 Diode ...

Page 222: ...wertrain 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 Not used Spare 57 Full ISO relay PCM relay 58 High current relay Not used Spare Cartridge Fuses Mini Fuses Auxiliary relay with heate...

Page 223: ...r damage WARNING The use of tire sealants may damage your Tire Pressure Monitoring System and should only be used if it is supplied with your vehicle as part of the original temporary mobility kit WARNING Refer to Tire pressure monitoring system TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter for important information If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged it will no longer function Diss...

Page 224: ...ins on the end of the 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...

Page 225: ...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 226: ...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 226 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide...

Page 227: ... 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 6 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has bee...

Page 228: ...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 most punctures caused by nails or similar objects This kit will provide a temporary seal allowing you to drive your vehicle up to 120 miles 200 km at a maximum speed of 50 mph 80 km h...

Page 229: ...porary 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 the vehicle above 50 mph 80 km h Do not drive further than 120 miles 200 km Drive only ...

Page 230: ...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 the temporary mobility kit when the ambient temperature is between 22 F 30 C and 158 F 70 C Only use the sealing compound before the use by date The use by date...

Page 231: ...ing 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 in the accessory box on the underside of the temporary mobility kit housing Do no...

Page 232: ...ealant 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 jam area Note When the sealing compound is first added into the tire the air pressure gauge reading on the compressor unit may indicate a higher value this is normal and should be no reason for concern The pressure will drop after abou...

Page 233: ... 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 second stage of this operation 11 After 4 miles 6 km stop and check the tire pressure See Second stage Checking tire pressure Second stage Checking tire pressure Check the air ...

Page 234: ...d 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 sealing compound has been used the maximum vehicl...

Page 235: ...the compressor housing 2 Locate the yellow cap at the end of the clear tube 3 Using the yellow cap tool press the tab located on the temporary mobility kit compressor housing while pulling up on the sealant canister Roadside Emergencies 235 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 236: ...alant canister with the temporary mobility kit housing 2 Once aligned seat the sealant canister by lightly pushing down until you hear an audible click 3 Wrap the clear tube around the compressor housing Roadside Emergencies 236 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 237: ...torque lb ft N m 1 2 x 20 100 135 Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners WARNING When a wheel is installed always remove any corrosion dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel Ensure that any fasteners that...

Page 238: ...funnels into the Easy Fuel no cap fuel system as it can be damaged You must use the included funnel in such circumstances WARNING Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel system This could damage the fuel system and its seal and may cause fuel to run onto the ground instead of filling the tank all of which could result in serious personal injur...

Page 239: ...k the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts 4 Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables Ensure that vent caps are tight and level 5 Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to pr...

Page 240: ... the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 3 Connect the negative cable to the negative terminal of the assisting battery Roadside Emergencies 240 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 241: ...inal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts Jump starting 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed 2 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle 3 Once the disabled vehicle has...

Page 242: ... the jumper cable from the ground metal surface Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery Roadside Emergencies 242 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 243: ...ble from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions Roadside Emergencies 243 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 244: ...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 245: ...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 246: ... to the authorized dealer Repairs 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 Custom...

Page 247: ... If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved contact the Sales Manager Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager 3 If you require assistance or clarification on Ford Motor Company policies please contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center In order to help you serve you better please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center Vehicle Identificat...

Page 248: ...reasonable allowance for consumer use The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or replacement vehicle California Civil Code Section 1793 22 b presumes that the manufacturer has had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if within the first 18 months of ownership of a new vehicle or the first 18 000 miles 29 000 km whichev...

Page 249: ...on as well Disputes submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE program are usually decided within forty days after you file your claim with the BBB BBB AUTO LINE Application Using the information provided below please call or write to request a program application You will be asked for your name and address general information about your new vehicle information about your warranty concerns and any steps you h...

Page 250: ...putes CAMVAP decisions are fast fair and final as the arbitrator s award is binding both to you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces For more information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U S AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country contac...

Page 251: ...vehicle identification number VIN and new address with Ford Motor Company Export Operations Customers in the U S should call 1 800 392 3673 ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio contact Helm Incorporated at HELM INCORPORATED P O Box 07150 Detroit Michigan 48207 Or to order a free publication catalog call toll free 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 a m 6...

Page 252: ...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 vehicle safety from http www safercar gov REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS CA...

Page 253: ...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 254: ...sect deposits tar spots road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips Always read the instructions before using the products ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clearcoat paint finish In order to maintain their shine Clean weekly with Motorcraft威 Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A which is available from your authorized dealer Heavy dirt ...

Page 255: ...ne 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 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 Cov...

Page 256: ...t wipe properly substances on the vehicle s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause These may 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 windo...

Page 257: ...VERTIBLE TOP AND PADDED MOLDING For vinyl tops wash with Motorcraft Triple Clean ZC 13 which is available from your 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 t...

Page 258: ...re soap and water solution or cleaning product to a clean white 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 se...

Page 259: ...h a mild soap and water solution 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 cleaning product designed for automotive leather Do not use household cleaning products alcohol solutions solvents or cleaners intended for rubber vin...

Page 260: ...ZC 15 Motorcraft威 Custom Clear Coat Polish ZC 8 A 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 Liquid Wax ZC 53 A Motorcraft威 Premium Windshield Washe...

Page 261: ...G YOUR VEHICLE Do not work on a hot engine Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all open flames and other burning material such as cigarettes away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off Automatic transmission 1 Set the parking bra...

Page 262: ...icle 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 OPENING THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located on the 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 wi...

Page 263: ...filler cap 3 Engine oil dipstick 4 Brake fluid reservoir 5 Air filter assembly 6 Power steering fluid reservoir 7 Engine coolant reservoir 8 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9 Power distribution box Maintenance and Specifications 263 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 264: ... 4 Brake fluid reservoir 5 Air filter assembly 6 Power steering fluid reservoir 7 Engine coolant reservoir 8 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9 Power distribution box 1 2 3 4 9 8 7 6 5 Maintenance and Specifications 264 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 265: ... 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 you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40 F 5 C use w...

Page 266: ...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 267: ...e 4 6L V8 engine 6 Wipe the dipstick clean Insert the dipstick fully then remove it again If the oil level is between the lower and upper holes the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL Maintenance and Specifications 267 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 268: ... holes 4 0L V6 engine 4 6L V8 engine Oil levels above the upper hole may cause engine damage Some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer 7 Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated Maintenance and Specifications 268 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 269: ...perate the vehicle with the engine oil level dipstick and or the engine oil filler cap removed Engine Oil Recommendations 4 0L V6 Engine Look for this certification trademark Use SAE 5W 30 engine oil Only use oils Certified For Gasoline Engines by the American Petroleum Institute API An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel ...

Page 270: ... Certified For Gasoline Engines by the American Petroleum Institute API An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee ILSAC comprised of U S and Japanese automobile manufacturers To protect your engine and engine s warranty use Motorcraft威 ...

Page 271: ...and dry Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water It is recommended that the negative battery cable terminal be disconnected from the battery if you plan to store yo...

Page 272: ... the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance To begin this process 1 With the vehicle at a complete stop set the parking brake 2 Put the gearshift in P Park automatic transmission or the neutral position manual transmission turn off all accessories and start the engine 3 ...

Page 273: ...ion The coolant concentration should be maintained at 50 50 coolant and distilled water which equates to a freeze point of 34 F 36 C Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester 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 A...

Page 274: ...gine coolant to the reservoir Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter Note Automotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside 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...

Page 275: ...reeze coolant Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from 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 co...

Page 276: ...tration Whenever coolant has been added the coolant level in the coolant reservoir should be checked the next few times 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 ...

Page 277: ...ease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in w...

Page 278: ...oon as possible to minimize engine damage When fail safe mode is activated You have limited engine power when in the fail safe mode so drive the vehicle with caution The vehicle will not be able to maintain high speed operation and the engine will run rough Remember that the engine is capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine damage therefore 1 Pull off the road as soon a...

Page 279: ...leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire WARNING The fuel system may be under pressure If you hear a hissing sound near the fuel filler door Easy Fuel no cap fuel system do not refuel until the sound stops Otherwise fuel may spray out which could cause serious personal injury WARNING Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled WARNING Gasoline may contain benzene whi...

Page 280: ...ly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation Be particularly careful if you are taking Antabuse or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism Breathing gasoline vapors or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction In sensitive individuals serious personal injury or s...

Page 281: ...t is in the vehicle including the cargo area Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position Easy Fuel no cap fuel system Your fuel tank is equipped with an Easy Fuel no cap fuel filler system This allows you to simply open the fuel filler door and insert the fuel filler nozzle into the fuel sy...

Page 282: ...rects the problem the check fuel fill inlet light or CHECK FUEL FILL INLET message may not reset immediately It may take several driving cycles for the check fuel fill inlet light or CHECK FUEL FILL INLET message to turn off A driving cycle consists of an engine start up after four or more hours with the engine off followed by city highway driving Continuing to drive with the check fuel fill inlet...

Page 283: ...aging the engine but premium fuel with an octane rating of 91 R M 2 or higher is recommended for best overall performance For Shelby GT500 octane requirements see the Shelby GT500 Supplement Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting rough idle or hesitation driveability problems try a different brand of unleaded gasoline If the problems persist see your authorized dealer Do not add aftermarket...

Page 284: ...ade more than 1 gallon 3 8L may be required The service engine soon indicator may come on For more information on the service engine soon indicator refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter Refilling with a portable fuel container With the Easy Fuel no cap fuel system use the following directions when filling from a portable fuel container WARNING Do not insert the nozzl...

Page 285: ...f fill ups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy We do not recommend taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km of driving engine break in period You will get a more accurate measurement after 2 000 miles 3 000 miles 3 000 km 5 000 km Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to the rated refil...

Page 286: ...ial odometer reading in miles or kilometers 2 Each time you fill the tank record the amount of fuel added in gallons or liters 3 After at least three to five tank fill ups fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading 4 Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer reading 5 Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy Calculation 1 Divid...

Page 287: ...ced fuel economy Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy Combine errands and minimize stop and go driving Maintenance Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy Use recommended engine oil R...

Page 288: ...epending upon the method of operation and conditions EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly Use only the specified fuel listed Avoid ...

Page 289: ...sion control device or prevent it from working Information about your vehicle s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine This decal also lists engine displacement Please consult your Warranty Guide Customer Information Guide for complete emission warranty information On board diagnostics OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that ...

Page 290: ... governments may have Inspection Maintenance I M programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Your vehicle may not pass the I M test if the service engine soon indicator is on or not working properly bulb is burned out or if the OBD II system has determined that some of the emission control ...

Page 291: ...to be repeated POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules 1 Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C 2 While the engine idles turn the steering wheel to its furthest point ...

Page 292: ... 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 should be checked and if required fluid should be added by an authorized dealer Before adding any fluid make sure the correct type is used Use only MERCON威 V automatic transmission fluid The type of fluid used is in...

Page 293: ... this vehicle and they have different fluid levels For vehicles equipped with a V6 engine the correct manual transmission 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 Maintenance and Specifications 293 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 294: ...TER Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element When changing the air filter element use only the air filter element listed Refer to Motorcraft威 part numbers in 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 e...

Page 295: ... filter housing and cover This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly seated 5 Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps Be sure that the air cleaner cover tabs are engaged into the slots of the air cleaner housing Note Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage The customer warranty may be void ...

Page 296: ...ealer Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as Motorcraft威 or equivalent replacement parts The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used Maintenance and Specifications 296 2010 05 ...

Page 297: ...cant XL 6 ESR M13P4 A Door latch hood latch auxiliary hood latch striker plates seat tracks and fuel filler door hinge Multi Purpose Grease XG 4 or XL 5 ESB M1C93 B Engine coolant 4 0L engine 12 5 quarts 11 8L Motorcraft威 Premium Gold Engine Coolant with bittering agent yellow colored 3 VC 7 B WSS M97B51 A1 Engine coolant 4 6L engine 13 6 quarts 12 9L Cooling system stop leak pellets Motorcraft威 C...

Page 298: ...W 30 QFS US CXO 5W30 LSP12 Canada CXO 5W30 LFS12 Canada WSS M2C929 A and API Certification Mark Engine oil 4 6L engine 6 0 quarts 5 7L Motorcraft威 SAE 5W 20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil US Motorcraft威 SAE 5W 20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil US Motorcraft威 SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada Motorcraft威 SAE 5W 20 Synthetic Motor Oil Canada 6 XO 5W20 QSP US XO 5W20 QFS US CXO 5W20 LSP12 Canada ...

Page 299: ...ne 3 25 pints 1 5L Motorcraft威 SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant 1 XY 75W140 QL WSP M2C192 A Rear axle fluid 8 8 inch axle 4 6L engine 4 25 pints 2 0L Automatic transmission fluid 11 9 quarts 11 2L 4 Motorcraft威 MERCON威 V ATF 2 XT 5 QM MERCON威 V Manual transmission fluid 4 0L engine 2 75 quarts 2 6L 5 Motorcraft威 MERCON威 V ATF XT 5 QM MERCON威 V Manual transmission fluid 4 6L engine 3 2 qua...

Page 300: ...d only use MERCON威 V 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 authorized dealer 5 Service refill capacity is covered unde...

Page 301: ...gnition system EDIS Coil on plug Spark plug gap 0 052 0 056 inch 1 32 1 42 mm 0 039 0 043 inch 1 0 1 1 mm Compression ratio 9 7 1 9 8 1 For Shelby GT500 octane requirements see the Shelby GT500 Supplement Engine drivebelt routing 4 0L V6 Engine 4 6L V8 Engine Maintenance and Specifications 301 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 302: ...ocated 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 Vehicle identification number VIN The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Maintenance a...

Page 303: ...pe 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label The following table tells you which transmission each code represents Description Code Five speed manual T5 F Five speed manual TR3650 K Five speed automatic 5R55S L Maintenance and Specifications 303 2010 05 Mustan...

Page 304: ...nt 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 Genuine Ford Accessories Not all accessories are available for all mode...

Page 305: ...ile communications systems such as two way radios telephones and theft alarms that are equipped with radio transmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed for automotiv...

Page 306: ...ended service plan authorized and backed by Ford Motor Company That means you get Reliable quality service anywhere you go Factory trained technicians Genuine Ford and Motorcraft威 Parts 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 coverage If...

Page 307: ... 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 Lincoln or Mercury dealership today so they can customize a Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving lifestyle and bud...

Page 308: ...Ford Extended Service Plan 308 2010 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Page 309: ... 292 fluid refill capacities 297 fluid specification 297 Auxiliary input jack Line in 41 Auxiliary power point 76 Axle lubricant specifications 297 refill capacities 297 traction lok 203 B Battery 271 acid treating emergencies 271 battery saver 59 jumping a disabled battery 238 maintenance free 271 replacement specifications 296 servicing 271 Belt Minder威 125 Booster seats 156 Brakes 196 anti lock...

Page 310: ... top 88 Coolant checking and adding 273 refill capacities 276 297 specifications 297 Cruise control see Speed control 80 Customer Assistance 213 Ford Extended Service Plan 306 Getting assistance outside the U S and Canada 250 Getting roadside assistance 213 Getting the service you need 246 Ordering additional owner s literature 251 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Program 250 D Daytime running ...

Page 311: ...84 filling your vehicle with fuel 279 281 285 filter specifications 279 296 fuel pump shut off switch 215 improving fuel economy 285 octane rating 283 301 quality 283 running out of fuel 238 284 safety information relating to automotive fuels 279 Fuel pump shut off switch 215 Fuses 215 216 G Gas cap see Fuel cap 281 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 285 Gauges 17 H Hazard flashers 214 Headlamps 59 aimi...

Page 312: ...axle see Traction Loc 203 Load limits 181 Locks 91 autolock 92 94 doors 91 Lubricant specifications 297 Lug nuts 237 Lumbar support seats 111 M Manual transmission 208 fluid capacities 297 lubricant specifications 297 reverse 209 Message center 20 22 display color 24 english metric button 26 MyColor display 24 system check button 22 warning messages 29 Mirrors 79 80 automatic dimming rearview mirr...

Page 313: ...ng 252 Safety restraints 115 118 120 124 Belt Minder威 125 extension assembly 124 for adults 120 123 for children 141 Occupant Classification Sensor 117 warning light and chime 124 125 Safety restraints LATCH anchors 149 Safety seats for children 145 Safety Compliance Certification Label 302 Satellite Radio if equipped 32 Satellite Radio Information 47 Seats 107 child safety seats 145 climate contr...

Page 314: ...44 Traction Control Sport Mode 203 Traction lok rear axle 203 Transmission automatic operation 205 brake shift interlock BSI 204 fluid checking and adding automatic 292 fluid checking and adding manual 293 fluid refill capacities 297 lubricant specifications 297 manual operation 208 Trunk 95 remote release 90 98 Turn signal 64 U USB port 43 V Vehicle Identification Number VIN 302 Vehicle loading 1...

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