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2. Turn the boot upside down and fold the left side of the boot inward.

3. Fold the right side inward and secure the boot with the strap.

Stow the boot in the trunk.

Raising the convertible top

The convertible top

will not operate

unless the vehicle is traveling

under 3 mph (5 km/h).

To raise the convertible top:

1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Key must be in the on position.
It is recommended that the vehicle’s engine is running when raising the
top to prevent draining the battery.

Driver Controls

92

2012 05+ Mustang

(197)

Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
USA

(fus)

Содержание 2012 Mustang 197

Страница 1: ...al heating and air conditioning 47 Navigation system based climate control 50 Rear window defroster 54 Lights 55 Headlamps 55 Turn signal control 61 Interior lamps 61 Bulb replacement 61 Driver Controls 69 Windshield wiper washer control 69 Steering wheel adjustment 70 Power windows 75 Mirrors 77 Speed control 79 Locks and Security 95 Keys 95 Locks 101 Anti theft system 110 Table of Contents 1 201...

Страница 2: ...02 Brakes 208 AdvanceTrac威 209 Transmission operation 217 Reverse sensing system 222 Rear view camera system 224 Roadside Emergencies 228 Getting roadside assistance 228 Hazard flasher control 229 Fuel pump shut off 229 Fuses and relays 230 Changing tires 237 Temporary mobility kit 242 Wheel lug nut torque 250 Jump starting 251 Wrecker towing 254 Customer Assistance 256 Reporting safety defects U ...

Страница 3: ...tenance 320 Normal scheduled maintenance and log 326 Index 338 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 Co...

Страница 4: ...blications This Owner s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle Furthermore due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available Remember to pass on this Owner s Guide when reselling the vehicle It is an integral part of the vehicle WARNING Fuel pump shut off In the event...

Страница 5: ...s aim Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING WARNING Engine exhaust 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 ...

Страница 6: ... may prevent piston ring seating See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications 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 that is provided to you along with your Owner s Guide Special instructions For you...

Страница 7: ...equipped with an event data recorder EDR The main purpose of an EDR is to record in certain crash or near crash like situations such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle this data will assist in understanding how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The E...

Страница 8: ...the vehicle has been in a crash involving the deployment of an airbag or in certain vehicles the activation of the fuel pump shut off Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist may also be capable of being used to electronically or verbally provide to 911 operators the vehicle location such as latitude and longitude and or other details about the vehicle or crash or personal information about the o...

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

Страница 10: ...her Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Parking Aid System Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist Introduction 10 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 11: ...nt Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning Introduction 11 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

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

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

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

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

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

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

Страница 18: ... Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates engine coolant temperature At normal operating temperature the needle will be in the normal range between H and C If it enters the red section the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine and let the engine cool 4 Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute Driving with your tachometer po...

Страница 19: ... many vehicle systems and will alert you to potential vehicle problems and various conditions with an informational message followed by a long indicator chime The message center display is located in the instrument cluster Info Press INFO repeatedly to cycle through the following features TRIP A B Registers the distance of individual journeys Press and release INFO until the A or B trip appears in...

Страница 20: ...ces 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 To determine your average highway fuel economy do the following 1 Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles 8 km with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average 2 Record the highway fue...

Страница 21: ...e center through the following features Note Not all personalization items will appear unless your vehicle is so equipped RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK When this message appears press the RESET button and the message center will begin to cycle through the following systems and provide a status of the item if needed 1 XXX OIL LIFE 2 CHARGING SYSTEM 3 DOORS STATUS 4 TRUNK STATUS 5 BRAKE SYSTEM 6 FUEL LEVEL...

Страница 22: ...w COMFORT Slightly less effort required for steering with less road force felt through the steering wheel Note When AdvanceTrac威 sport mode is on or when AdvanceTrac威 and traction control are off the steering feel will be locked in sport mode The display will show STEERING FEEL SPORT LOCKED and the steering feel will not be selectable See AdvanceTrac威 stability enhancement system and Steering in t...

Страница 23: ...amps or parking lamps must be on to set up colors To choose colors for the gauges halo color or ambient lighting do the following 1 Press SETUP to reach the GAUGE COLOR AMBIENT COLOR or HALO COLOR menu 2 Press RESET to scroll through the following color options ICE BLUE BLUE WHITE ORANGE GREEN RED PURPLE MYCOLOR 1 2 3 See HOLD RESET TO SET MY COLOR 1 2 3 following to save personalized color combin...

Страница 24: ...curity chapter Press RESET to turn autolock on or off AUTOUNLOCK This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver s door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off Press RESET to turn autounlock on or off REAR PARK AID This feature sounds a warning tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper and functions only when R Reverse gear is selected Pres...

Страница 25: ...ervicing If the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible DRIVER DOOR AJAR Displayed when the driver s door is not completely closed PASSENGER DOOR AJAR Displayed when the passenger side door is not completely closed FUEL LEVEL LOW Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel condition CHECK FUEL FILL INLET Displayed when the fuel fill inlet may no...

Страница 26: ... to a system error service is required SERVICE POWER STEERING The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service SERVICE POWER STEERING NOW The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service immediately SERVICE ADVANCETRAC Displayed when the AdvanceTrac威 system has detected a condition that requires service ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON Displayed when the engin...

Страница 27: ... more information TOP SPEED MYKEY SETTING Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is 80 mph 130 km h Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information BUCKLE UP TO UNMUTE AUDIO Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and Belt Minder威 is activated Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information ADVTRAC ON MYKEY SE...

Страница 28: ...cable state and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving Accessory delay Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay With this feature the radio and other electrical accessories may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened Setting the clock To set the time press CLOCK The display will read SET TIME Use the memory...

Страница 29: ... 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 PRESETS 0 9 When tuned to any station press and hold a preset button until sound returns and PRESET SAVED appears in the display You can save up to 30 stations 10 in AM 10 in FM1 and FM2...

Страница 30: ...arch 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 Category FOLD Folder This feature allows you to select from various music categorie...

Страница 31: ...next track CAT Category FOLD Folder In MP3 mode only Press CAT FOLD and then press SEEK to access the previous next folder SCAN Press for a brief sampling of all tracks on the current disc or MP3 folder DIRECT In CD mode Press DIRECT The display will read DIRECT TRACK MODE SELECT TRACK Enter the desired track number using the memory preset buttons 0 9 The system will then begin playing that track ...

Страница 32: ... track is finished playing The system will only shuffle the disc currently playing Satellite radio if equipped Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability SIRIUS Press repeatedly to access satellite radio mode if equipped Press repeatedly to cycle through SAT1 SAT2 and SAT3 modes TUNE Turn to go to the next previous a...

Страница 33: ...ound returns TEXT Press and release to display the artist and song title While in TEXT MODE press again to scroll through the Artist AR Song SO Channel CH and Category CA In TEXT MODE Sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed When the indicator is active press TEXT and then press SEEK to view the additional display text CAT Category FOLD Folder Press to switch between turning ...

Страница 34: ...dible prompt Press OK while SONG ALERT is in the display and the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song You can save up to 20 song titles If you attempt to save more than 20 titles the display will read REPLACE SONG Press OK to access the saved titles and press SEEK to cycle through the saved titles When the song title appears in the display that you would like to replace pre...

Страница 35: ...nitial PIN is 1234 and the system will lock unlock the channel and CHANNEL LOCKED or UNLOCKED will be displayed Note you must be tuned to the specific channel you want to lock unlock when using this feature b CHANGE PIN Press OK when CHANGE PIN is displayed The display will read ENTER OLD PIN Enter your current old PIN number and when the system accepts your entry it will display ENTER NEW PIN Ent...

Страница 36: ...nt F speakers or turn the TUNE knob SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME With this feature on radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise The default setting is off Use SEEK to adjust between SPEED OFF and levels 1 7 Recommended level is 1 3 SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting ALL SEATS Occupancy Mode if equipped Pre...

Страница 37: ... equipped with SYNC威 press to access SYNC PHONE features For further information please refer to the SYNC威 information included with your vehicle If your vehicle is not equipped with SYNC威 the display will read NO PHONE Auxiliary input jack Line in WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control accident and injury Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution wh...

Страница 38: ...ny portable music player designed to be used with headphones 2 An audio extension cable with 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 t...

Страница 39: ...own If the problems 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 t...

Страница 40: ...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 ...

Страница 41: ...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 41 2012 05...

Страница 42: ...ack MP3 track mode system default and MP3 folder mode For more information on track and folder mode refer to Sample MP3 structure in the following section MP3 track mode ignores any folder structure on the MP3 disc The player numbers each MP3 track on the disc noted by the mp3 file extension from T001 to a maximum of T255 Note The maximum number of playable MP3 files may be less depending on the s...

Страница 43: ...radio information if equipped Satellite radio channels SIRIUS威 broadcasts a variety of music news sports weather traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels For more information and a complete list of SIRIUS威 satellite radio channels visit www sirius com in the United States www siriuscanada ca in Canada or call SIRIUS威 at 1 888 539 7474 Satellite radio reception factors To receive the sate...

Страница 44: ...S威 satellite radio system include Hardware and limited subscription term which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle For information on extended subscription terms the online media player and other SIRIUS威 features please contact SIRIUS威 at 1 888 539 7474 Note SIRIUS威 reserves the unrestricted right to change rearrange add or delete programming including canceling moving or adding par...

Страница 45: ...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 UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not available for this channel Contact SIRIUS威 at 1 888 539 7474 to subscribe to the channel or tune to another channel NO TEXT Artist information not available Artist information not available at this time on this c...

Страница 46: ...quired 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 System supplement for further information SYNC姞 IF EQUIPPED Your vehicl...

Страница 47: ...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...

Страница 48: ...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...

Страница 49: ... in MAX A C mode 1 Move temperature control to the coolest setting 2 Set the fan to the highest speed initially then adjust to maintain comfort For maximum cooling performance in panel or panel floor modes 1 Move temperature control to the coolest setting 2 Select A C and recirculated air to provide colder airflow 3 Set the fan to the highest speed initially then adjust to maintain comfort To aid ...

Страница 50: ...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...

Страница 51: ...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...

Страница 52: ... instrument panel vents floor vents and de mister vents Distributes air through the floor vents Distributes 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 dea...

Страница 53: ...ive with the windows slightly open for 2 3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been aired out A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the air distribution setting that is selected If you are driving during extreme high ambient temperatures and idling for extended periods of time in gear it is recommended to run the A C in the MAX A C mode adjust the blower f...

Страница 54: ... grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty CABIN AIR FILTER Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter which is 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 ...

Страница 55: ...e in daytime illumination mode If the headlamps or parking lamps are on and nighttime conditions are detected the vehicle will be in nighttime illumination mode Note The panel dimmer control works only in nighttime illumination mode It has no effect in daytime illumination mode Also selectable features such as gauge color and halo color will not be available in daytime illumination mode Autolamp c...

Страница 56: ...e changed To program the auto lamp exit time delay 1 Start with the ignition off and the headlamp control in the autolamp position 2 Turn the headlamp control to off 3 Turn the ignition on and then back to off 4 Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position The headlamps will turn on 5 Wait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want up to three minutes then turn the headlamps off ...

Страница 57: ...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 ...

Страница 58: ...y is disconnected discharged or a new battery is installed the dimmer switch requires re calibration Rotate the dimmer switch from the full dim position to the full dome on position to reset This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant If your vehicle has been in an accident...

Страница 59: ...ght pattern for adjusting block the light from one headlamp while adjusting the other For vehicles with halogen headlamps On the wall or screen you will observe a flat zone of high intensity light located at the top of the right hand portion of the beam pattern If the top edge of the high intensity light zone is not at the horizontal reference line the headlamp will need to be adjusted For vehicle...

Страница 60: ...eadlamp 2 5 Then use a 7 mm Allen wrench or a Phillips screwdriver to adjust the headlamp up or down HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON ADJUSTABLE 6 Close the hood and turn off the lamps Lights 60 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 61: ... past the detent until the courtesy lamps come on The map lamps are activated by pressing the controls on either side of the lamp 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 assembly through the vents there is a possibility that condensation can...

Страница 62: ...tness 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 or 3457K Front park turn lamp HID 3457AK amber Sidemarker front rear 194 Fog lamp 9145 GT or H11 Po...

Страница 63: ...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...

Страница 64: ...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 64 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 65: ... 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...

Страница 66: ...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...

Страница 67: ...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...

Страница 68: ...ion and open the hood 2 Remove the hex head screws attaching the underbody forward aeroshield and remove to gain access to the fog lamp assembly 3 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling it straight off 4 Rotate the bulb counterclockwise and remove from the lamp assembly Install the new bulb in reverse order Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is...

Страница 69: ...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 ...

Страница 70: ... lock the steering column WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR IF EQUIPPED Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamp Slide on rod feature Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage Note To stow the visor back into the headliner visor must be retracted before moving it back towa...

Страница 71: ...itional accessories are available from your authorized dealer See the Accessories chapter for more information ELECTRONIC COMPASS IF EQUIPPED The compass heading is displayed in the center integrated display CID The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings bridges power lines and powerful broadcast antenna Magnetic or metallic objects placed in on or near the vehicle may...

Страница 72: ...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...

Страница 73: ...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 ...

Страница 74: ...our warranty and can result in fire or serious injury To prevent the fuse from being blown do not use the power point s over the vehicle capacity of 12VDC 180W 15A If the power point or cigar lighter socket is not working a fuse may have blown Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and replacing fuses To have full capacity usage of your power poin...

Страница 75: ...dow will open fully Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation To operate one touch up pull the switch completely up to the second detent and release quickly The window will close fully Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation Restoring the one touch up functionality front windows only Under low battery power conditions one touch up o...

Страница 76: ...cle is delivered to you it is possible for the windows to lose calibration If a window loses its calibration your short drop feature will lower the window but will not raise it again when the door is closed To re calibrate the window pull the switch up to raise the window until it completes its travel and hold the switch up for two seconds Another possible effect of lost calibration is that the fe...

Страница 77: ...ow switches convertible top if equipped and radio may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the off position or until either front door is opened INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rearview mirror has two pivot points on the support arm which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side WARNING Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion Automatic...

Страница 78: ... As you shift into any other gear from R Reverse the image will remain for a few seconds and then turn off Refer to Rearview camera system in the Driving chapter EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors WARNING Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion To adjust your mirrors 1 Rotate the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust th...

Страница 79: ...F Press to turn the system on or off SET Press to set a speed or to increase a set speed SET Press to decrease a set speed RES RESUME Press to resume a set speed Setting speed control The set speed control 1 Press and release ON 2 Accelerate to the desired speed 3 Press and release SET 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal 5 The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on Note Vehi...

Страница 80: ...You can also use SET to operate the tap up function Press and release SET to increase the vehicle set speed in approximately 1 mph 2 km h increments Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed then press and release SET Reducing speed while using speed control To reduce the set speed Press and hold SET until you get to the desired speed then release You can also use SET to operate the ta...

Страница 81: ...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 mode Refer to the SYNC...

Страница 82: ...Do not program the Car2U威 system with the vehicle in the garage Do not use the Car2U威 system with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U S Federal Safety Standards this includes any garage door opener manufactured before April 1 1982 Be sure to keep the original remote control transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future Car2U威 system pro...

Страница 83: ...on the gate system model Contact the Car2U威 help line at 1 866 572 2728 to program your Car2U威 system Note Accidentally entering the program mode may override previously programmed buttons This can happen by pressing and releasing the outer two buttons or all three buttons simultaneously If this happens do not press any button until the module times out after approximately 2 5 seconds and resets t...

Страница 84: ...o use to control the garage door You may need to hold the button from 5 20 seconds during which time the selected button indicator light will blink slowly Immediately within 1 second release the button once the garage door moves When the button is released the indicator light will begin to blink rapidly until programming is complete 4 Press and release the button again The garage door should move ...

Страница 85: ...then programming all of the devices being used Fixed code programming Note Do not program the Car2U威 system with the vehicle in the garage Make sure that your key is on and engine off while programming the transmitter 1 To program units with fixed code DIP switches you will need the garage door hand held transmitter paper and a pen or pencil 2 Open the battery cover and record the switch settings ...

Страница 86: ...n once the garage door moves During this time the selected button indicator light will blink slowly Do not release the button until you see the garage door move Most garage doors open quickly You may need to hold the button from 5 55 seconds before observing movement of the garage door 6 The indicator light will begin to blink rapidly until programming is complete If your garage door opener does n...

Страница 87: ...ve the buttons 2 Once the indicator lights begin to blink release your fingers from the buttons The codes for all buttons are erased If you sell your vehicle equipped with the Car2U威 system it is recommended that you erase the programming for security reasons FCC and RSS 210 Industry Canada Compliance The Car2U威 system complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Oper...

Страница 88: ...lace floor mats or any other covering in the vehicle foot well that cannot be properly secured to prevent them from moving and interfering with the pedals or the ability to control the vehicle Never place floor mats or any other covering on top of already installed floor mats Floor mats should always rest on top of vehicle carpeting surface and not another floor mat or other covering Additional fl...

Страница 89: ...onvertible top will not operate unless the vehicle is traveling under 3 mph 5 km h Note Lowering the convertible top when the top material is wet may cause mold or mildew To lower the convertible top 1 Bring vehicle to a complete stop Key must be in the on position It is recommended that the vehicle s engine is running when lowering the top to prevent draining the battery 2 Check the convertible t...

Страница 90: ...top switch on the overhead console and hold until the windows are completely down and the top is completely stored Installation of the boot if equipped Be sure the boot is secure on the vehicle before driving 1 Install the boot on the vehicle by hooking the boot retaining clips on the back panel 2 4 1 3 5 Driver Controls 90 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 91: ...the rear seat hooks behind the rear seat Note Improper installation can result in loss and or damage of the boot while driving WARNING Always secure the retaining clips and boot straps on the vehicle or the boot may come loose while driving To remove unhook the boot straps from the rear seat hooks and push the boot down slightly unhooking the boot retaining clips from the vehicle and lift off Stor...

Страница 92: ...ertible top The convertible top will not operate unless the vehicle is traveling under 3 mph 5 km h To raise the convertible top 1 Bring the vehicle to a complete stop Key must be in the on position It is recommended that the vehicle s engine is running when raising the top to prevent draining the battery Driver Controls 92 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 93: ...witch to raise the top until it has reached the fully closed position flush to the header Note The two pins under the forward edge of the top should seat themselves in the matching holes in the header Note The latch handles must be pulled downwards fully to allow the latch to fully rotate into the closed position 5 Secure the driver s side latch first then secure the passenger side Pull down firml...

Страница 94: ...s to the trunk when the convertible top is open by disabling the interior trunk control This is useful when you want to leave the convertible top open but still prevent access to the trunk To operate this feature the vehicle must be off and accessory power delay not active Lock the vehicle using the integrated keyhead transmitter or the power door lock switch The interior trunk control will now be...

Страница 95: ...able through your authorized dealer Standard SecuriLock威 keys without remote entry transmitter functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if desired Always carry a spare key with you in case of an emergency For more information regarding programming replacement IKTs refer to the SecuriLock威 passive anti theft system section later in this chapter Note Your vehicle s IKTs were i...

Страница 96: ...n of Belt Minder威 operation Low fuel warnings are displayed in the message center followed by a chime when the distance to empty value reaches 75 miles 120 km The following systems if equipped cannot be turned off reverse sensing system blind spot information system BLIS威 with cross traffic alert and collision warning system Optional settings these settings can be changed Vehicle speed is limited ...

Страница 97: ... Remote Start Systems section Note The MyKey威 can be cleared within the same key cycle that it was created otherwise a standard key administrator key is required to clear the MyKey威 programming To clear all MyKeys威 go to Step 2 in the Clear MyKey威 section Programming MyKey威 Optional Settings Turn the ignition on using an admin key To program the optional settings use the message center buttons to ...

Страница 98: ...cates how many admin keys are programmed to the vehicle Can be used to detect if an additional spare key has been programmed to the vehicle Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for MyKey威 system warnings displays Using MyKey威 with remote start systems MyKey威 is not compatible with non Ford approved aftermarket remote start systems If you choose to install a remote start system...

Страница 99: ...possible to program all real keys as MyKeys威 in which case you will need to use your remote start system to reset all MyKeys威 as admin keys by doing the following 1 Enter the vehicle close all doors 2 Remote start the vehicle using your remote start fob 3 Follow Steps 1 4 in the Clear MyKey威 section Troubleshooting Condition Potential Causes Can t create a MyKey威 Key in the ignition is already a M...

Страница 100: ...all MyKeys威 as admin keys No MyKey威 function with intelligent access key push button start if equipped An admin key is present at vehicle start No MyKeys威 are programmed to the vehicle Refer to Create a MyKey威 section MyKey威 programmed total includes one additional key Unknown key has been programmed to the vehicle as a MyKey威 Vehicle is equipped with a remote start system Refer to Using MyKey威 wi...

Страница 101: ...eft system locking the driver door with the key does not lock the passenger door Use the power door lock control or manually lock the passenger door to ensure the vehicle is properly secured Smart locks This feature 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 contro...

Страница 102: ...ed greater than 12 mph 20 km h Deactivating activating autolock Your vehicle comes with the autolock feature enabled There are three methods to enable disable this feature Through your authorized dealer or performing the power door lock control procedure or performing the message center procedure Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter Note The autolock feature can be activated d...

Страница 103: ...The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice one short and one long chirp if autolock was activated 8 Turn the ignition to the off position The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete Autounlock if equipped The autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when the ignition is in the on position all the doors are closed and the vehicle has been in motion at a spee...

Страница 104: ...cedure needs to be repeated wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again 1 Place the key in the ignition and turn the ignition to the on position 2 Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times 3 Turn the ignition from the on position to the off position 4 Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times 5 Turn the ignition back to the on position The ho...

Страница 105: ...T shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door lid or inside the luggage compartment near the tail lamps WARNING Keep vehicle doors and luggage compartment locked and keep keys and remote transmitters out of a child s reach Unsupervised children could lock themselves in the trunk and risk injury Children should be taught not to play in vehicles WARNING Do not leave children...

Страница 106: ...erating range for your IKT is approximately 33 feet 10 meters A decrease in operating range could be caused by weather conditions nearby radio towers structures around the vehicle or other vehicles parked next to your vehicle The IKT allows you to remotely unlock the vehicle doors remotely lock all the vehicle doors remotely open the trunk activate the personal alarm arm and disarm the active anti...

Страница 107: ...r 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 doors The turn signal lamps will illuminate Note The interior lamps will turn off unless the d...

Страница 108: ... 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 before driving your vehicle Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out o...

Страница 109: ...wn to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity 5 Snap the battery cover back onto the key Note Replacement of the battery will not cause the IKT or IA key to become de programmed from your vehicle They should operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost integrated keyhead transmitters IKTs If you would like to have your integrated keyhead transmitters repr...

Страница 110: ...is left open and in 30 minutes if the dome lamp control is left on and the ignition has been turned to the off position The battery saver will also shut off the trunk lamps in 30 minutes if the trunk is left open SECURILOCK姞 PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock威 passive anti theft system is an engine immobilization system This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless...

Страница 111: ...anti theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster When the ignition is in the off position the indicator will flash once every two seconds to indicate the SecuriLock威 system is functioning as a theft deterrent When the ignition is in the on position the indicator will glow for three seconds then turn off to indicate normal system functionality If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock威 syste...

Страница 112: ...m your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed Replacing coded keys can be very costly Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys Programming spare keys You can program your own integrated keyhead transmitters or standard SecuriLock威 coded key...

Страница 113: ...nd removing the previously programmed coded key insert the new unprogrammed key new key valet key into the ignition 8 Turn the ignition from the 1 off position to the 3 on position Keep the ignition in the 3 on position for at least six seconds 9 Remove the newly programmed coded key from the ignition If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle s engine and will operate t...

Страница 114: ...t be in the fully closed and latched position for the interior motion sensing system to arm If you lock the vehicle using the key in the driver door key cylinder the system will monitor the doors trunk and hood but the interior motion sensing and vehicle incline sensing will not arm Do not arm the interior motion detection system if movement within the vehicle is likely to occur Additionally do no...

Страница 115: ...amps will flash once when all doors the hood and the trunk are closed indicating the vehicle is locked and entering the 20 second countdown If any closure is not properly closed the turn signal lamps will not flash and that closure will not be armed Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions Unlock the doors by using the remote entry transmitter portion of your ...

Страница 116: ...emote entry transmitter portion of your IKT or key in driver door cylinder The ignition is turned to the on position with an invalid unprogrammed SecuriLock威 key or IKT The vehicle is towed inclined Motion is detected in the interior passenger compartment Locks and Security 116 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 117: ...y become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision WARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Head restraints Non adjustable head restraints if equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with front row outboard non adjustable head restraints WARNING To min...

Страница 118: ...ertically adjustable WARNING To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and or operate the vehicle until the head restraint is placed in its proper position The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion The adjustable head restraints consist of a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure 1 tw...

Страница 119: ...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...

Страница 120: ...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...

Страница 121: ...t forward toward your head to the desired position After the head restraint reaches the forward most tilt position pivoting it forward again will then release it to the rearward un tilted position Adjusting the manual seats if equipped WARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low...

Страница 122: ...ck when the vehicle is moving WARNING Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips WARNING Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat s safety belt resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Sea...

Страница 123: ...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...

Страница 124: ...forward backward up or down Using the power lumbar support if equipped The power lumbar control is located on the top of the driver s seat side shield Press one side of the control to increase lower back firmness Press the other side of the control to decrease lower back firmness Seating and Safety Restraints 124 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 125: ...h may cause the seat heater to overheat An overheated seat may cause serious personal injury Note Do not do the following Place heavy objects on the seat Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the seat Allow the seat to dry thoroughly The heated seat control is located in the lower center of the instrument panel To operate the heated seats Press control to activate Pres...

Страница 126: ...e driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and or operate the vehicle until the head restraint is placed in its proper position The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion The non adjustable head restraints consist of a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure 1 and a rotation button 2 Properly adjust the head restraint to an upright driving riding p...

Страница 127: ...e the seatback and then fold the seatback down When raising the seatback s make sure you hear the seat latch into place Pull down on the seatback to ensure that it has latched WARNING Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that...

Страница 128: ...cupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations Your vehicle s Personal Safety System consists of Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints Front safety belts with pretensioners energy management retractors and safety belt usage sensors Driver s seat posit...

Страница 129: ...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 energy level is used for the most severe impacts Refer to Airbag supplemental restraints SRS section in this chapter Front crash severity sensor The front ...

Страница 130: ...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...

Страница 131: ...to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Warning lights 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 passenge...

Страница 132: ...ly injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your 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 seat belt WARNING Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assem...

Страница 133: ...ccident Combination lap and shoulder belts The presenter arm available on the coupe only is intended to improve access to the safety belt and to allow access to the rear seat Rotate the presenter arm toward 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 origi...

Страница 134: ...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 Restraint of pregnant women WARNING Always ride and drive with your seatback upright and the safety belt properly fastened The lap portion of the safety belt should fit snug and be positioned ...

Страница 135: ...icle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph 8 km h or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers In addition the retractor is designed to lock if the webbing is pulled out too quickly If this occurs let the belt retract slightly and pull webbing out again in a slow and controlled manner Automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulde...

Страница 136: ...ature for child seats is still functioning properly In addition all safety belts should be checked for proper function WARNING BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly when checked by an authorized dealer Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase t...

Страница 137: ... label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended WARNING Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts Conditions of operati...

Страница 138: ...tivate the Belt Minder威 feature If Then The driver s and front passenger s safety belts are buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position or less than 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on The Belt Minder威 feature will not activate The driver s or front passenger s safety belt is not buckled when the vehicle has reached at least 3 mph 5 km h and...

Страница 139: ...ht as possible this can improve comfort I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident Belt Minder威 reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Safety belts don t work Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45 in cars and by 60 in light trucks Traffic is light Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts w...

Страница 140: ...l terminate the process Read Steps 1 4 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation activation programming procedure Note The driver and front passenger Belt Minder威 features must be disabled enabled separately Both cannot be disable enabled during the same key cycle Note If you are using MyKey威 the Belt Minder威 cannot be disabled Also if the Belt Minder威 has been previously disabled it will...

Страница 141: ...e unbuckled state Step 3 must be completed within 30 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off After Step 3 the restraint system warning light airbag light will be turned on for three seconds 4 Within approximately seven seconds of the light turning off buckle then unbuckle the safety belt This will disable the Belt Minder威 feature for that seating position if it is currently enabled A...

Страница 142: ...e including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided WARNING When possible all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position WARNING The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches 25 cm between an occupant s che...

Страница 143: ...the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the airbag into your face and torso causing serious injury WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible WARNING Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle including frame bumper front end body structu...

Страница 144: ...supplemental restraint system work The safety belt pretensioner and airbag SRS are designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates pretensioner activation and airbag inflation The fact that the pretensioners and airbags did not activate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with th...

Страница 145: ...e injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of airbag deployment Thus it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control WARNING Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after infl...

Страница 146: ...e part of the front passenger s seat and safety belt The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front passenger s frontal airbag should be enabled may inflate or disabled will not inflate The front passenger sensing system will disable will not inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag if the front passenger seat is unoccupied or has small...

Страница 147: ... 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 When the front passenger sensing system enables t...

Страница 148: ...the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased WARNING Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the front passenger sensing system resulting in serious injury or death in a crash Always sit upright against your seatback with your feet on the floor The front passenger sensing system may d...

Страница 149: ...ow objects in seat back map pocket if equipped or hang objects off seat back if a child is in the front passenger 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 Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger sea...

Страница 150: ... to the front passenger seat may affect the performance of the front passenger sensing system Seat mounted side airbag system WARNING Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the airbag cover on the side of the seatbacks of the front seats or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying airbag Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injur...

Страница 151: ...de airbags in combination with safety belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of the front seats In certain lateral collisions the airbag on the side affected by the collision will be inflated The airbag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to furth...

Страница 152: ...e system is indicated by one or more of the following The readiness light will either flash or stay lit The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and or light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently contact your authorized dealer as soon as p...

Страница 153: ...injury or death to your child WARNING All children are shaped differently The Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety 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 s...

Страница 154: ...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...

Страница 155: ...all children age 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position properly restrain the largest child in the front seat WARNING Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your ...

Страница 156: ...operly in a device that is appropriate for their age height and weight All children are shaped differently The child height age and weight thresholds provided are recommendations or the minimum requirements of law The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA provides education and training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system ...

Страница 157: ... for the size and weight of the child When installing a child safety seat Review and follow the information presented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system SRS section in this chapter Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or ...

Страница 158: ... release button to prevent accidental unbuckling Place vehicle seat back in upright position Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Step 5 below This vehicle does not require the use of a locking clip WARNING Depending on where you secure a child restraint and depending on the child restraint design you may block access to certain safety belt buckle assemblies and or LATCH lowe...

Страница 159: ...hild seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it Seating and Safety Restraints 159 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing ...

Страница 160: ... 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 This is necessary to remove the remaining slack that will exist once the additional weight of the child is added to the child restraint It also helps to achieve the proper snugness of the child seat to the vehicle Sometimes a sli...

Страница 161: ... seat cushion meet called the seat bight and one 1 top tether anchor located behind that seating position LATCH compatible child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to the two lower anchors if equipped at the LATCH equipped seating positions in your vehicle This type of attachment method eliminates the need to use safety belts to attach the child seat however th...

Страница 162: ...chors were not designed to be used with a child seat in the center position and there is no tether anchor available at the center Attempted use of the center as a seating position will increase the risk of injury or death in the event of a collision WARNING Never attach two child safety seats to the same anchor In a crash one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachment...

Страница 163: ...at for information about ordering a tether strap or to obtain a longer tether strap if the tether strap on your safety seat does not reach the appropriate top tether anchor in the vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with built in tether strap anchor s located behind the rear seats and below the rear window behind the speakers coupe with rear seats in the rear of the vehicle below the rear window coup...

Страница 164: ...at off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child seat Keeping the child safety seat just touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash Perform the following steps to attach a child safety seat to the tether anchor 1 Route the tether strap as follows For coupe with rear seats Route the tethe...

Страница 165: ...orrectly the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision 5 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases Seating and Safety Restraints 165 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 166: ...ote 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 2 Access tether anchors located behind the seatback under the vinyl tag marked with the child tether anchor symbol Seating and Safety Restraints 166 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 167: ...riate for their weight height and age AND if properly secured to the vehicle Although the lap shoulder belt will provide some protection children who have outgrown a typical child seat are still too small for lap shoulder belts to fit properly and wearing an improperly fitted vehicle safety belt could increase the risk of serious injury in a crash To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder be...

Страница 168: ...cial laws require that children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight a height of 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall or 80 lb 36 kg Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions when seated without a booster seat Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat cushion Can the child ...

Страница 169: ...ckless booster seat may place your child s head as measured at the tops of the ears above the top of the seat In this case move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back or head restraint and lap shoulder belts or consider using a high back booster seat High back booster seats If with a backless booster seat you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports...

Страница 170: ...eat placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster seat Check with the booster seat manufacturer s instructions The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child s head hitting a hard surface in a collision For this reason you...

Страница 171: ... safety seat LATCH and tether anchors and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Refer to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and an...

Страница 172: ...government has written it Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 11 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use ho...

Страница 173: ... give many thousands of miles of service but they must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them Glossary of tire terminology Tire label A label showing the OE Original Equipment tire sizes recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry Tire Identification Number TIN A number on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire brand and ...

Страница 174: ...are seated INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat Every day before you drive check your tires If one looks lower than the others use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust if required At least once a month and before long trips inspect each...

Страница 175: ...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...

Страница 176: ...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...

Страница 177: ... 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...

Страница 178: ...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...

Страница 179: ... than the maximum pressure a Ford dealer or other tire service professional should do the mounting Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with the person inflating standing at a minimum of 12 ft 3 66 m away from the tire wheel assembly Important Remember to replace the wheel valve stems when the road tires are replaced on your vehicle It is recommended that the two front tires o...

Страница 180: ...diately reduce your speed Drive with caution until you can safely pull off the road Stop and inspect the tires for damage If a tire is under inflated or damaged deflate it remove wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel If you cannot detect a cause have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from ...

Страница 181: ...ny wheel misalignment tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation Note Your vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar spare tire wheel A dissimilar spare tire wheel is defined as a spare tire and or wheel that is different in brand size or appearance from the road tires and wheels If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel it is intended for temporary use only and should not ...

Страница 182: ...ote If your tire size does not begin with a letter this may mean it is designated by either ETRTO European Tire and Rim Technical Organization or JATMA Japan Tire Manufacturing Association 2 215 Indicates the nominal width of the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire 3 65 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio o...

Страница 183: ... mph 299 km h Note For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph 240 km h tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR For those with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph 299 km h tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR 8 U S DOT Tire Identification Number TIN This begins with the letters DOT and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards The next two numbers or letter...

Страница 184: ...des represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled condi...

Страница 185: ... 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 ...

Страница 186: ...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...

Страница 187: ...S is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver 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 combine...

Страница 188: ...anging the tire to avoid damaging the sensor It is recommended that you always have your tires serviced by an authorized dealer The tire pressure should be checked periodically at least monthly using an accurate tire gauge refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter Understanding your tire pressure monitoring system TPMS The tire pressure monitoring system measures pressure in your four road tir...

Страница 189: ...warning light Tire s under inflated 1 Make sure tires are at the proper pressure See Inflating your tires in this chapter 2 After inflating your tires to the manufacturer s recommended pressure as shown on the Tire Label located on the edge of driver s door or the B Pillar the vehicle must be driven for at least two minutes over 20 mph 32 km h before the light turns off Spare tire in use Repair th...

Страница 190: ... tire pressure monitoring system TPMS monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic tire While driving in a normal manner a typical passenger tire inflation pressure may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi 14 to 28 kPa from a cold start situation If the vehicle is stationary overnight with the outside temperature significantly lower than the daytime temperature the tire pressure may decrease approximatel...

Страница 191: ...n the tires only in an emergency or if the law requires them Note The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains If possible avoid fully loading your vehicle Chains may damage aluminum wheels Use only SAE Class S chains with P225 60R17 t...

Страница 192: ...ING WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and or trailer to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability with or without a trailer Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance Before loading your vehicle familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle ...

Страница 193: ...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...

Страница 194: ...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 194 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 195: ...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 ...

Страница 196: ...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 196 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 197: ...ventional 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 Certification Label WARNING Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the ...

Страница 198: ... 13 5 kg each The calculation would be 1 400 5 x 220 5 x 30 1 400 1 100 150 150 lb Yes you have enough load capacity in your vehicle to transport four friends and your golf bags In metric units the calculation would be 635 kg 5 x 99 kg 5 x 13 5 kg 635 495 67 5 72 5 kg A final example for your vehicle with 1 400 lb 635 kg of cargo and luggage capacity You and one of your friends decide to pick up c...

Страница 199: ...tructions included with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing Refer to Preparing to tow in this chapter Stay within your vehicle s load limits Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing Refer to Driving while you tow in this chapter Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer Refer to Special o...

Страница 200: ... are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer s specifications The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal regulations WARNING Do not connect a trailer s hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle s brake system Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operati...

Страница 201: ...transmission or neutral manual transmissions After you have traveled 50 miles 80 km thoroughly check your hitch electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts If you are driving down a long or steep hill shift to a lower gear Do not apply the brakes continuously as they may overheat and become less effective Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade If you must park on a grade plac...

Страница 202: ...tional Warning lights illuminated Key position when driving 4 Start cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts Note Do not store the key in the ignition after the vehicle is turned off and you have left the vehicle This could cause a drain on the battery Preparing to start your vehicle Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system This system meets all Canadian...

Страница 203: ...s WARNING If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine s idle revolutions per minute RPM When the engine starts the idle RPM runs higher than normal in order to warm the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have t...

Страница 204: ...h an automatic transmission Make sure the gearshift is in P Park Make sure the parking brake is set If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission Make sure the parking brake is set Push the clutch pedal to the floor Driving 204 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 205: ...ur vehicle has a computer assisted cranking system that assists in starting the engine After releasing the key from the 4 start position the engine may continue cranking for up to 10 seconds or until the vehicle starts Note Cranking may be stopped at any time by turning the key to the off position Note If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try turn the key to off wait 10 se...

Страница 206: ...ds in starting and allows the heater defroster system to respond quickly If your vehicle is equipped with this system your equipment includes a heater element which is installed in your engine block and a wire harness which allows the user to connect the system to a grounded 120 volt A C electrical source The block heater system is most effective when outdoor temperatures reach below 0 F 18 C Prio...

Страница 207: ...xtension cord are solidly connected A poor connection can cause the cord to become very hot and may result in an electrical shock or fire Be sure to check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the system has been operating for approximately a half hour Finally have the engine block heater system checked during your fall tune up to be sure it s in good working order How to use the engine ...

Страница 208: ...king any pulsation or mechanical noise you may feel or hear is normal Using ABS When hard braking is required apply continuous force on the brake pedal Do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce the effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle s stopping distance The ABS will be activated immediately allowing you to retain steering control during hard braking and on slippery sur...

Страница 209: ...ssion WARNING If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your authorized dealer as soon as possible ADVANCETRAC姞 STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with the AdvanceTrac威 system The AdvanceTrac威 system provides the following stability enhancement features for certain driving situations Traction ...

Страница 210: ...increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage Activation of the AdvanceTrac威 system is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road this could reduce the operator s ability to control the vehicle potentially resulting in a loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death If your AdvanceTrac威 system activates SLOW DOWN WARN...

Страница 211: ...t occurs that activates AdvanceTrac威 you may experience the following A slight deceleration of the vehicle The stability control light will flash A vibration in the pedal when your foot is on the brake pedal If the driving condition is severe and your foot is not on the brake the brake pedal may move as the systems applies higher brake forces You may also hear a whoosh of air from under the instru...

Страница 212: ...ful rocking maneuver Electronic stability control ESC Electronic stability control ESC may enhance your vehicle s directional stability during adverse maneuvers for example when cornering severely or avoiding objects in the roadway ESC operates by applying brakes to one or more of the wheels individually and if necessary reducing engine power if the system detects that the vehicle is about to skid...

Страница 213: ...off light will illuminate steadily Pressing the stability control button again will turn off the stability control off light In R Reverse ABS and the engine traction control and brake traction control features will continue to function however ESC is disabled AdvanceTrac威 Features Button functions Mode icon status ESC TCS Default at start up On during bulb check Enabled Enabled Button pressed mome...

Страница 214: ...while you are driving or if the ignition is turned off you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort Under extreme usage conditions the steering effort may increase This occurs to prevent overheating and permanent damage to your steering system If this should occur you will neither lose the ability to steer the vehicle manually nor will it cause permanent damage Typical steering and ...

Страница 215: ... poor traction surface Under normal conditions the Traction Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle Extended use of other than the manufacturer s specified size tires on a Traction Lok rear axle could result in a permanent reduction in effectiveness This loss of effectiveness does not affect normal driving and should not be noticeable to the driver Axle with Torsen differential if equipped Th...

Страница 216: ...tall 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 chapter WARNING Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working WARNING When doing this procedure you will be taking th...

Страница 217: ...e stored automatically in the powertrain control module PCM If the battery is disconnected for any reason the stored information from the last time the key was turned to off will be read This way no information will be lost with any battery removal or battery disconnect P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning To put your vehicle in gear 1 Start the eng...

Страница 218: ...ing Grade assist lamp is illuminated Use with driving conditions such as hilly terrain heavy loads trailer towing and when engine braking is required To return to standard mode press the transmission control switch The grade assist lamp will not be illuminated Standard mode is automatically returned each time the key is turned off 3 Third Transmission operates in third gear only Used for improved ...

Страница 219: ... gear If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow Note Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Note Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting between forward and revers...

Страница 220: ...ission components or damage the transmission Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill These actions will severely reduce the life of the clutch and could nullify a clutch warranty claim Recommended shift speeds Do not downshift into 1 First when your vehicle is moving faster than 15 mph 24 km h This...

Страница 221: ...6 50 mph 80 km h Shift from When skip shift mode active 1 4 17 mph 27 km h 4 5 25 mph 40 km h 5 6 40 mph 64 km h Skip Shift if equipped V8 engines only This feature locks out 2 Second and 3 Third gears for improved fuel economy If the message center displays 1 4 SHIFT shift the transmission directly from 1 First to 4 Fourth otherwise you can shift normally Refer to Message center in the Instrument...

Страница 222: ... WARNING Do not park your vehicle in Neutral it may move unexpectedly and injure someone Use 1 First gear and set the parking brake fully REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The reverse sensing system RSS sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper when the R Reverse is selected and the vehicle is moving at speeds less than 3 mph 5 km h The system is not effective at speeds a...

Страница 223: ...detects obstacles up to six feet two meters from the rear bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper refer to the figures for approximate zone coverage areas As you move closer to the obstacle the rate of the tone increases When the obstacle is less than 10 inches 25 0 cm away the tone will sound continuously If the RSS detects a stationary or receding object further ...

Страница 224: ... the trunk provides a video image which appears in the rearview mirror or on the navigation screen if equipped of the area behind the vehicle It adds assistance to the driver while reversing or reverse parking the vehicle To use the camera system place the transmission in R Reverse an image will display in the rearview mirror or on the navigation screen if equipped The area displayed on the screen...

Страница 225: ...the video image remains clear and undistorted Clean the lens with a soft lint free cloth and non abrasive cleaner Note If the camera system image is not clear or seems distorted it may be covered with water droplets snow mud or any other substance If this occurs clean the camera lens before using the camera system WARNING The camera system is a reverse aid supplement device that still requires the...

Страница 226: ...e upper outboard corner of the outside mirrors They are designed to assist the driver by increasing visibility along the side of the vehicle Driving with blind spot mirrors Before a lane change check the main mirror first then check the blind spot mirror If no vehicles are present in the blind spot mirror and the traffic in the adjacent lane is at a safe distance signal that you are going to chang...

Страница 227: ...ke capability may 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...

Страница 228: ...ces within a 12 month period winch out available within 100 feet 30 5 meters of a paved or county maintained road no recoveries towing Ford and Lincoln eligible vehicles towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles 56 km of the disablement location or to the nearest authorized dealer If a member requests to be towed to an authorized dealer more than 35 miles 56 km from the disablement location th...

Страница 229: ...o obtain roadside information call 1 800 665 2006 or visit our website at www ford ca HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL The hazard flasher control is located on the center console next to the gearshift lever The hazard flashers will operate when the ignition is in any position or if the key is not in the ignition Press the flasher control and all front and rear direction signals will flash Press the flasher ...

Страница 230: ...the fuse Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components Note Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey 3...

Страница 231: ...ack 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 relays Roadside Emergencies 231 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 232: ...curity module 12 7 5A Power mirrors 13 5A Not used spare 14 10A Center information display Electronic finish panel GPS 15 10A Climate control 16 15A Not used spare 17 20A Power door locks Trunk release 18 20A Not used spare 19 25A Navigation amp 20 15A Diagnostic connector 21 15A Fog lamps 22 15A Park lamps License lamps 23 15A High beam headlamps 24 20A Horn 25 10A Demand lighting battery saver G...

Страница 233: ...0A Not used spare 45 5A Wiper relay and module Blower relay 46 7 5A Passenger airbag deactivation indicator PADI Occupant classification sensor OCS 47 30A Circuit Breaker Not used spare 48 Relay Accessory delay relay windows automatic dimming rear view mirror including microphone and compass and door switch III Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment ...

Страница 234: ...and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter The high current fuses are coded as follows Fuse Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 80A Passenger compartment fuse panel 2 Not used 3 Not used 4 30A Blower motor relay 5 20A Powerpoint body 6 40A Rear defroster 7 40A Cooling fan relay 8 40A Anti lock brake system ABS pump 9 30A Wipers Roadsi...

Страница 235: ...nel 23 10A Powertrain control module PCM keep alive power 24 10A Brake on off BOO power 25 10A A C compressor relay 26 20A Left high intensity discharge headlamp relay 27 20A Right high intensity discharge headlamp relay 28 Not used 29 30A Passenger front window 30 Not used 31 30A Passenger power seat 32 30A Driver power seat 33 30A Front amplifier Shaker 500 radio 34 30A Driver front window motor...

Страница 236: ...l ISO relay Cooling fan relay high 51 Full ISO relay Blower motor relay 52 Full ISO relay Starter relay 53 Full ISO relay Rear defroster relay 54 Full ISO relay Front wiper relay 55 Full ISO relay Cooling fan relay low 56 High current relay Fuel pump sensor Shelby only 57 Full ISO relay PCM relay 58 High current relay Not used Spare Cartridge Fuses Mini Fuses Auxiliary relay with heated seats if e...

Страница 237: ...se of tire sealants may damage your tire pressure monitoring system TPMS and should not be used However if you must use a sealant the TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer WARNING Refer to Tire pressure monitoring system TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter for important information If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged it will ...

Страница 238: ...vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time Use commercial car washing equipment Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following Handling stability and braking performance Comfort and noise Ground clearance and parking at curbs Winter weather ...

Страница 239: ...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...

Страница 240: ...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 240 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide...

Страница 241: ...ile 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 been lowered If you are using the ...

Страница 242: ...ter 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 Note The temporary mobility kit sealant compound in the canister is to be used for one tire only See your Ford authorized dealer for additional replacement sealant canisters 1 Air compr...

Страница 243: ...r tire inflation pressure in the affected tire if the tire is losing pressure have the vehicle towed Read the information in the Tips for use of the temporary mobility kit section to ensure safe operation of the temporary mobility kit and your vehicle Tips for use of the temporary mobility kit Read the following list of tips to ensure safe operation of the temporary mobility kit Before operating t...

Страница 244: ...h is designed for sealant application only Operating the temporary mobility kit could cause an electrical disturbance in radio CD and DVD player operation if equipped What to do when a tire is punctured A tire puncture within the tire s tread area can be repaired in two stages with the temporary mobility kit In the first stage the tire will be reinflated with a sealing compound and air After the t...

Страница 245: ... turning clockwise Make sure the connection is tightly fastened 4 Plug the power cable into the 12V power point in the vehicle 5 Remove the warning sticker found on the canister and place it on the top of the instrument panel or the center of the dash 6 Start the engine only if the vehicle is outdoors or in a well ventilated area 7 Turn dial 1 counterclockwise to the sealant position Turn on the k...

Страница 246: ...late to the recommended tire pressure within 15 minutes stop and call roadside assistance 9 When the recommended tire pressure is reached turn off the kit by pressing the on off button disconnect the kit from the tire valve and the power point Re install the valve cap on the tire valve place the tube cap on the metal connector and return the kit to the stowage area 10 Immediately and cautiously dr...

Страница 247: ...tire pressure has to be checked with the compressor in the OFF position to get the correct tire pressure reading 5 Turn the compressor off by pressing the on off button 6 Unplug the hoses re install the valve cap on the tire and return the kit to the stowage area WARNING The power plug may get hot after use and should be handled carefully while unplugging What to do after the tire has been sealed ...

Страница 248: ...ire pressure any time within the 120 miles 200 km by performing the procedure from Second stage Checking tire pressure listed previously Removal of the sealant canister from the temporary mobility kit 1 Unwrap the clear tube from 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 hou...

Страница 249: ...alant canister by lightly pushing down until you hear an audible click 3 Wrap the clear tube around the compressor housing Note If you experience any difficulties with the removal or installation of the sealant canister consult your Ford Motor Company authorized dealer for assistance Roadside Emergencies 249 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 250: ...ent 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 attach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do not interfere with the mounting surfaces of the wheel Installing wheels without correct m...

Страница 251: ...exposed to flames sparks or lit cigarettes An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage WARNING Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin eyes and clothing if contacted Do not attempt to push start your automatic transmission vehicle Automatic transmissions do not have push start capability Attempting to push start a vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause transmission ...

Страница 252: ...harged battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 3 Connect the negative cable to the negative terminal of the assisting battery 4 Make the final connection of the negative cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle s engine away from the battery and the carburetor fuel injection system Note Do not attach the negative cable to...

Страница 253: ...m is used to designate the assisting boosting battery 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 3 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has be...

Страница 254: ...t 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 prevent damage to the front fascia If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur Ford Motor Company produces...

Страница 255: ...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 shift lever into N Neutral Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph 56 km h Maximum distance is 50 miles 80 km Roadside Emergencies 255 201...

Страница 256: ...will be made using Ford or Motorcraft威 parts or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford Away from home If you are away from home when your vehicle needs service contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center or use the online resources listed below to find the nearest authorized dealer In the United States Mailing address Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P O Box 624...

Страница 257: ...available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center Vehicle Identification Number VIN Your telephone number home and business The name of the authorized dealer and city where located The vehicle s current odometer reading In some states you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state s warranty laws Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states ...

Страница 258: ...eath or serious bodily injury OR 2 Four or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity a defect or condition that substantially impairs the use value or safety of the vehicle OR 3 The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of more than 30 calendar days not necessarily all at one time In the case of 1 or 2 above the consumer must also notify the manufacturer...

Страница 259: ...urt where all findings of the BBB Auto Line dispute and decision are admissible in the court action Should you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision Ford is then bound by the decision and must comply with the decision within 30 days of receipt of your acceptance letter BBB AUTO LINE Application Using the information provided below please call or write to request a program application You wil...

Страница 260: ...isions are fast fair and final as the arbitrator s award is binding on both you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all Canadian territories and provinces For more information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 or visit www camvap ca GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U S AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreig...

Страница 261: ...you are traveling or living in Puerto Rico contact the nearest authorized dealer If the authorized dealer cannot help you contact Ford International Business Development Inc Customer Relationship Center P O Box 11957 Caparra Heights Station San Juan Puerto Rico 00922 1957 Telephone 800 841 FORD 3673 FAX 313 390 0804 Email prcac ford com www ford com pr If your vehicle must be serviced while you ar...

Страница 262: ...orporated can also be reached by their website www helminc com Items in this catalog may be purchased by credit card check or money order Obtaining a French Owner s Guide French Owner s Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer or by contacting Helm Incorporated using the contact information listed previously in this section REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS U S ONLY If you believe that your vehic...

Страница 263: ...ormation about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS CANADA ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform Transport Canada using their toll free number 1 800 333 0510 or online at https wwwapps tc gc ca Saf Sec Sur 7 PCDB BDPP Index aspx Customer Assistance 263 2012 05 Mus...

Страница 264: ...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...

Страница 265: ...D WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clear coat paint finish In order to maintain their shine Clean weekly with Motorcraft威 Wheel and Tire Cleaner which is available from your authorized dealer Heavy dirt and brake dust accumulation may require agitation with a sponge Rinse thoroughly with a strong stream of water Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel ...

Страница 266: ...components Spray Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo and Degreaser ZC 20 on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean In Canada use Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo CXC 66 A Never wash or rinse the engine while it is hot or running water in the running engine may cause internal damage Never wash or rinse any ignition coil spark plug wire or spark plug well or the area in and around these locations...

Страница 267: ...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 windows...

Страница 268: ... you rinse the windshield with water CONVERTIBLE TOP AND PADDED MOLDING For vinyl tops wash with Motorcraft威 Detail Wash ZC 3 A 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 mat...

Страница 269: ...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...

Страница 270: ...tion In Canada use Motorcraft威 Vinyl Cleaner CXC 93 Dry the area with a soft cloth If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using a mild soap and water solution the leather may be cleaned using a commercially available leather cleaning product designed for automotive interiors To check for compatibility first test any cleaner or stain remover on an inconspicuous part of the leather Do not use h...

Страница 271: ...tal Cleaner ZC 15 Motorcraft威 Detail Wash ZC 3 A Motorcraft威 Dusting Cloth ZC 24 Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo and Degreaser U S only ZC 20 Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo Canada only CXC 66 A Motorcraft威 Multi Purpose Cleaner Canada only CXC 101 Motorcraft威 Premium Glass Cleaner Canada only CXC 100 Motorcraft威 Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid Canada only CXC 37 A B D or F Motorcraft威 Premium Winds...

Страница 272: ...rial such as cigarettes away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off 1 For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission set the parking brake and shift to P Park For vehicles equipped with a manual transmission set the parking brake press and hold the clutch pedal place the gearshift in 1 First and release the clutch pedal 2 Turn off the engine and remove the ke...

Страница 273: ...he driver s side kick panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood 3 Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod Maintenance and Specifications 273 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 274: ...gine oil dipstick 3 Engine oil filler cap 4 Brake fluid reservoir 5 Air filter assembly 6 Engine coolant reservoir 7 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8 Power distribution box 8 7 6 5 1 4 3 2 Maintenance and Specifications 274 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 275: ...ine oil dipstick 4 Brake fluid reservoir 5 Air filter assembly 6 Engine coolant reservoir 7 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8 Power distribution box 1 4 2 3 8 7 6 5 Maintenance and Specifications 275 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 276: ...tenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol a common windshield washer antifreeze additive Washer fluids containing non methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system WARNING If ...

Страница 277: ...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 ...

Страница 278: ...l level dipstick 3 7L V6 engine 5 0L V8 engine Locate the engine oil dipstick by reaching between the strut tower brace if equipped and the hood hinge area Maintenance and Specifications 278 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 279: ...er 2 If the engine oil level is not within the normal range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oil level Make sure the oil level is not above the normal operating range on the engine oil level dipstick 4 Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated 5 Fully in...

Страница 280: ...r your vehicle s engine Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities later in this chapter for more information Do not use supplemental engine oil additives cleaners or other engine treatments They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled mainten...

Страница 281: ...lan to store your vehicle for an extended period of time This will minimize the discharge of your battery during storage Note Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability WARNING Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks...

Страница 282: ...e 2 Put the gearshift in P Park automatic transmission or the neutral position manual transmission turn off all accessories and start the engine 3 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature 4 Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 5 Turn the A C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 6 Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process The vehicle may...

Страница 283: ... as Rotunda tool 300 ROB75240E available from your dealer Ford does not recommend the use of hydrometers or coolant test strips for measuring coolant concentration The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section Your vehicle was fact...

Страница 284: ...ure to the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool until the appropriate fill level is obtained If coolant is filled to the COLD FILL RANGE or FULL COLD level when the engine is not cool the system will remain underfilled WARNING Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly Also you can be burned if you spill co...

Страница 285: ...ngine is cool Add the proper mixture of coolant and distilled water to the FULL COLD level For all other vehicles which have a coolant degas system with a pressurized cap or if it is necessary to remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with an overflow system follow these steps to add engine coolant WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury make sure the engine is c...

Страница 286: ...low level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant since a Ford approved recycling process is not yet available Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner Follow your community s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fl...

Страница 287: ...olant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection What you should know about fail safe cooling If the engine coolant supply is depleted this feature allows the vehicle to be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred The fail safe distance depends on ambient temperatures vehicle load and terrain How fail safe cooling works If the engine begins to ov...

Страница 288: ... for use during emergencies only Operate the vehicle in fail safe mode only as long as necessary to bring the vehicle to rest in a safe location and seek immediate repairs When in fail safe mode the vehicle will have limited power will not be able to maintain high speed operation and may completely shut down without warning potentially losing engine power power steering assist and power brake assi...

Страница 289: ...hly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury If fuel is swallowed call a physician immediately even if no symptoms are immediately apparent The toxic effects of fuel may not be visible for hours Avoid inhaling fuel vapors Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation In severe cases excessive or prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can cau...

Страница 290: ...ly and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries To help avoid injuries to you and others Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island Turn off your engine when you are refueling Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Stay outside your vehicle and do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle th...

Страница 291: ...ge comes on the fuel fill inlet may not have properly closed The inlet may have stuck open or debris may be preventing the inlet from fully closing At the next opportunity safely pull off the road turn off the engine open the fuel filler door and remove any visible debris from the fuel fill opening Insert either the fuel fill nozzle or the fuel fill funnel see Refilling with a portable fuel contai...

Страница 292: ...d dealer to prevent any engine damage Octane recommendations 5 0L V8 engine Regular unleaded gasoline with a pump R M 2 octane rating of 87 is recommended Some stations offer fuels posted as Regular with an octane rating below 87 particularly in high altitude areas Fuels with octane levels below 87 are not recommended Premium fuel will provide improved performance and is recommended for severe dut...

Страница 293: ... a few seconds longer than normal Normally adding 1 gallon 3 8L of fuel is enough to restart the engine If the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade 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 c...

Страница 294: ...conomy is you the driver You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible Fuel expense frequency of 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 00...

Страница 295: ...ling method is consistent Calculating fuel economy 1 Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial 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 ...

Страница 296: ...to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between the top gears occurs Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced 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 ...

Страница 297: ...m which can start a fire WARNING Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to...

Страница 298: ... 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 for complete emission warranty information On board diagnostics OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine s emission control system This system is commonly known as the on board diagnostics system OBD ...

Страница 299: ...is on or not working properly bulb is burned out or if the OBD II system has determined that some of the emission control systems have not been properly checked In this case the vehicle is considered not ready for I M testing If the service engine soon indicator is on or the bulb does not work the vehicle may need to be serviced Refer to On board diagnostics OBD II in this chapter If the vehicle s...

Страница 300: ...g range the performance of the system could be compromised seek service from your authorized dealer immediately TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid The automatic transmission does not have an underhood transmission fluid dipstick Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes Your transmission does not consume fluid However...

Страница 301: ... For vehicles equipped with a V8 engine the correct manual transmission fill level is 1 2 inch 1 3 cm below the edge of the filler hole Fill level for V6 Fill level for V8 4 Add enough fluid through the filler opening to bring the fluid up to the recommended levels 5 Install and tighten the fill plug securely Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications Refer to Maintenance product specifications...

Страница 302: ... engine is running Changing the air filter element V6 engine V8 engine 1 Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover 2 Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing 3 Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing 4 Install a new air filter element Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filte...

Страница 303: ...ed place Protect from sunlight if possible If vehicles are stored outside they require regular maintenance to protect against rust and damage Body Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt grease oil tar or mud from exterior surfaces rear wheel housing and underside of front fenders See the Cleaning chapter for more information Periodically wash vehicles stored in exposed locations Touch up raw or pr...

Страница 304: ...eezing temperatures When removing vehicle from storage check coolant fluid level Confirm there are no cooling system leaks and fluid is at the recommended level Battery Check and recharge as necessary Keep connections clean If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days without recharging the battery it may be advisable to disconnect the battery cables to ensure battery charge is maintained for qui...

Страница 305: ...er 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 2 For battery replacement of the Mustang Boss ...

Страница 306: ...M6C65 A1 Door weatherstrips Silicone Lubricant XL 6 ESR M13P4 A Door latch hood latch auxiliary hood latch striker plates seat tracks and fuel filler door hinge Multi Purpose Grease Lithium grease XG 4 or XL 5 or equivalent ESB M1C93 B Engine coolant 3 7L engine 12 4 quarts 11 7L Motorcraft威 Specialty Orange Engine Coolant 3 VC 3 B US CVC 3 B Canada WSS M97B44 D Engine coolant 5 0L engine 13 0 qua...

Страница 307: ...945 A with API Certification Mark Engine oil 5 0L engine 8 0 quarts 7 6L Lock cylinders Motorcraft威 Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL 1 None Rear axle fluid 5 0 pints 2 4L 1 Motorcraft威 SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant 1 XY 75W140 QL WSP M2C192 A Automatic transmission fluid 1 1 9 quarts 11 2L 4 Motorcraft威 MERCON威 LV ATF 2 XT 10 QLV MERCON威 LV Manual transmission fluid 3 7L engine 2 7 qu...

Страница 308: ...Automatic transmissions that require MERCON威 LV should only use MERCON威 LV fluid Refer to scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct service interval Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage 3 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle 4 Approximate dry capacity including cooler and tubes Fluid level should be checked by an autho...

Страница 309: ...0 049 0 053 inch 1 25 1 35 mm 0 049 0 053 inch 1 25 1 35 mm Compression ratio 10 5 1 11 0 1 For Shelby GT500 octane requirements see the Shelby GT500 Supplement Engine drivebelt routing 1 Short drivebelt is on first pulley groove closest to engine 2 Long drivebelt is on second pulley groove farthest from engine 3 7L V6 engine 1 2 Maintenance and Specifications 309 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide ...

Страница 310: ...ance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure B Pillar by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s door 1 2 Maintenance and Specifications 310 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 311: ...ehicle Identification Number VIN contains the following information 1 World manufacturer identifier 2 Brake system Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Restraint Devices and their location 3 Make vehicle line series body type 4 Engine type 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Maintenance and Specifications 311 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd P...

Страница 312: ...mpliance Certification Label The following table tells you which transmission each code represents Description Code Six speed manual transmission MT82 X Six speed automatic transmission 6R80 3 Maintenance and Specifications 312 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 313: ...vides you the greatest benefit 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty The following is a list of several Ford Custom Accessories Not all accessories are available for all models For a complete listing of the accessories that are available for your vehicle please cont...

Страница 314: ...nce keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle When adding accessories equipment passengers and luggage to your vehicle do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification label Consult your authorized dealer for specific weight information The Federal C...

Страница 315: ...ennas in the area of the driver s side hood Any non Ford custom electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability and may also adversely affect the performance of other electrical systems in the vehicle Accessories 315 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 316: ...e plan authorized and backed by Ford Motor Company That means you get Reliable quality service anywhere you go Factory trained technicians Ford Authorized Parts used with every covered repair Rental car reimbursement If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered repairs you are eligible for rental car coverage including Bumper to Bumper warranty repairs or manufacturer s recalls Transferable cover...

Страница 317: ...ance It covers regular checkups routine inspections preventive care and replacement of items that require periodic attention for normal wear Wiper blades Brake pads and linings Spark plugs except California Shock absorbers Clutch disc Belts and hoses Contact your selling Ford or Lincoln dealership today so they can customize a Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving lifestyle and budget ...

Страница 318: ...Ford Extended Service Plan 318 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 319: ...are several Ford ESP plans available in various time distance and deductible combinations Each plan is tailored to fit your own driving needs including reimbursement for towing and rental When you purchase Ford ESP you receive added peace of mind protection throughout Canada and the United States provided by a network of participating Ford Motor Company dealers For more information visit your loca...

Страница 320: ...at will pay dividends in the form of improved reliability durability and resale value To ensure the proper performance of your vehicle and its emission control systems it is imperative that scheduled maintenance be completed at the designated intervals Your vehicle is equipped with the Intelligent Oil Life Monitor IOLM system which displays a message in the message center at the proper oil change ...

Страница 321: ...ner s responsibility to determine the equivalency of such parts Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete warranty information Chemicals or additives not approved by Ford are not required for factory recommended maintenance In fact Ford Motor Company recommends against the use of such additive products unless specifically recommended by Ford for a particular application Oils fluids and flush...

Страница 322: ... at your dealership carry a nationwide 12 month 12 000 mile 20 000 km parts and labor limited warranty Your dealer can give you details Value shopping for your vehicle s maintenance needs Your dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance and light repair automotive services With factory trained technicians and one stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire ro...

Страница 323: ... wear and proper pressure including spare Windshield washer fluid level Check every six months Battery connections clean if necessary Body and door drain holes for obstructions clean if necessary Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength Door weatherstrips for wear lubricate if necessary Hinges latches outside locks for proper operation lubricate if necessary Parking brake for proper operati...

Страница 324: ...ard warning system operation Tires for wear and proper pressure including spare Fluid levels fill if necessary Windshield for cracks chips or pits For oil and fluid leaks Washer spray and wiper operation Brake coolant recovery reservoir manual and automatic transmission with an underhood dipstick power steering if equipped and window washer Be sure to ask your dealership service advisor or technic...

Страница 325: ...Scheduled Maintenance 325 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 326: ...d its impact on engine oil change intervals it is provided as a guideline only Actual engine oil change intervals will depend on several factors and will generally decrease with severity of use Note The Shelby威 GT500威 message center is NOT equipped with this feature refer to your Shelby GT500 supplement for oil change service intervals When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message Miles km Vehicl...

Страница 327: ...strength and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect rear axle and U joints lubricate if equipped with grease fittings AWD vehicles Inspect half shaft boots if equipped Inspect steering linkage ball joints suspension tie rod ends driveshaft and U joints lubricate if equipped with grease fittings Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise wear looseness or drag Reset you...

Страница 328: ...e belt s Change automatic transmission fluid and filter Change manual transmission fluid Replace accessory drive belt s if not replaced within the last 100 000 miles 160 000 km 1 Additional maintenance items can be performed within 3 000 miles 4 800 km of the last oil change Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval 2 Initial replacement at 6 years or 100 000 miles 160 000 km then eve...

Страница 329: ...DE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 329 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 330: ...ATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 330 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 331: ...ATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 331 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 332: ... Inspect frequently service as required Inspect and lubricate U joints See axle maintenance items under Exceptions Every 60 000 miles 96 000 km Change manual transmission fluid Perform the services in the preceding table when specified or within 3 000 miles 4 800 km of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center Example 1 The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at 28 751 miles...

Страница 333: ... not come on but the odometer reads 30 000 miles 48 000 km perform the engine air filter replacement i e Intelligent Oil Life Monitor was reset at 25 000 miles 40 000 km Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Inspect frequently service as required Replace cabin air filter if equipped Replace engine air filter Every 5 000 miles 8 000 km Inspect the wheels and related component...

Страница 334: ... CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 334 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fu...

Страница 335: ...ATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 335 2012 05 Mustang 197 Owners Guide 2nd Printing USA fus ...

Страница 336: ...C192 A part number FITZ 19580 B or equivalent Add four ounces 118 mL of additive friction modifier XL 3 EST M2C118 A or equivalent for complete refill of Traction Lok rear axles The axle fluid should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water California fuel filter replacement If the vehicle is registered in California the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure...

Страница 337: ...air filter ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD 3 7L and 5 0L engines Initial change 6 years or 100 000 miles 160 000 km whichever comes first After initial change Every 3 years or 50 000 miles 80 000 km Shelby GT500 owners Refer to the Shelby GT500 supplement Engine coolant change log DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A C...

Страница 338: ...0 fluid checking 300 fluid refill capacities 306 fluid specification 306 Auxiliary input jack Line in 37 Auxiliary powerpoint 74 Axle lubricant specifications 306 refill capacities 306 traction lok 215 B Battery 281 acid treating emergencies 281 battery saver 55 jumping a disabled battery 251 maintenance free 281 replacement specifications 305 servicing 281 Belt Minder威 138 Blind spot mirror 226 B...

Страница 339: ...e convertible top 89 raising the convertible top 92 Coolant checking and adding 283 refill capacities 286 306 specifications 306 Cruise control see Speed control 79 Customer Assistance 228 Ford Extended Service Plan 316 319 Getting assistance outside the U S and Canada 260 Getting roadside assistance 228 Getting the service you need 256 Ordering additional owner s literature 262 Utilizing the Medi...

Страница 340: ...293 filler funnel 293 filling your vehicle with fuel 289 291 294 filter specifications 288 305 fuel pump shut off 229 improving fuel economy 294 octane rating 292 309 quality 292 running out of fuel 251 293 safety information relating to automotive fuels 289 Fuses 230 231 G Garage door opener 82 Gas cap see Fuel cap 291 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 294 Gauges 17 H Hazard flashers 229 Headlamps 55 ...

Страница 341: ...s warning and indicator 12 anti lock brakes ABS 208 Limited slip axle see Traction Loc 215 Load limits 192 Locks 101 autolock 102 103 doors 101 Lubricant specifications 306 Lug nuts 250 Lumbar support seats 124 M Manual transmission 219 fluid capacities 306 lubricant specifications 306 reverse 221 Message center 19 display color 25 english metric button 25 MyColor display 25 system check button 25...

Страница 342: ...s reporting 262 263 Safety restraints 132 137 Belt Minder威 138 extension assembly 137 for adults 133 135 136 for children 153 Occupant Classification Sensor 130 warning light and chime 137 Safety restraints LATCH anchors 161 Safety seats for children 157 Safety Compliance Certification Label 310 Satellite Radio Information 43 Scheduled Maintenance Guide Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log 326 Sea...

Страница 343: ...ol Sport Mode 214 Traction lok rear axle 215 Transmission automatic operation 217 brake shift interlock BSI 216 fluid checking and adding automatic 300 fluid checking and adding manual 301 fluid refill capacities 306 lubricant specifications 306 manual operation 219 Trunk 105 remote release 94 108 Turn signal 61 U Universal garage door opener 82 USB port 39 V Vehicle Identification Number VIN 311 ...

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