Ford 2009 Mustang manual

Introduction 4 Instrument Cluster 10 W arning lights and chimes 10 Gauges 15 Entertainment Systems 19 How to get going 19 AM/FM stereo with CD 23 AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 28 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 36 Satellite radio information 40 Navigation system 43 Climate Controls 44 Manual heating and air conditioning 44 Rear window defroster 4[...]

Seating and Safety Restraints 97 Seating 97 Safety restraints 103 Airbags 118 Child restraints 129 Tires, Wheels and Loading 148 T ire information 148 T ire inflation 150 T ire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 163 V ehicle loading 169 T railer towing 174 Recreational towing 177 Driving 178 Starting 178 Brakes 184 T raction Control™ 185 T ransmis[...]

Maintenance and Specifications 244 Engine compartment 246 Engine oil 249 Battery 254 Engine coolant 256 Fuel information 262 Air filter(s) 276 Part numbers 278 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 279 Engine data 282 Accessories 285 Index 287 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopyin[...]

CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following [...]

Protecting the environment W e must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol. CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 W arning W ARNING: Engine[...]

SPECIAL NOTICES New V ehicle Limited W arranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’ s New V ehicle Limited W arranty , refer to the Warranty Guide/Customer Information Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’ s Guide. Special instructions For your added safety , your vehicle is fitte[...]

• how fast the vehicle was traveling; and • where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. T o access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or wher[...]

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. V ehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’ s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat T ether Anchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Parking Aid System Stability Control System[...]

V ehicle Symbol Glossary Power W indows Front/Rear Power W indow Lockout Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Interior Luggage Compartment Release Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant T emperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery A void Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan W arning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Flu[...]

W ARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Base instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster W arning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition 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 vehicl[...]

Service Engine Soon: The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the on position to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally , the ⬙ Service engine soon ⬙ light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no m[...]

W ARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur . It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer . Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury[...]

Engine coolant temperature: Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter . W ARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. Low tire pressure warning: Illumin[...]

Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. T urns off when the speed control system is disengaged. Door/T runk ajar (if equipped): Illuminates when the ignition is in the on position and any door or trunk is open. Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock™ Passive Anti-theft System has been activated. Electronic throttle c[...]

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver’ s door is opened. Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’ s door is opened. GAUGES Base instrument cluster gauges [...]

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. • Base instrument cluster • Optional instrument cluster 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[...]

• Optional instrument cluster Refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English. T rip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. • Base instrument cluster Press and release the RESET button on the cluster to toggle between odometer and trip odometer display . T o [...]

Battery voltage gauge (if equipped): Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the on position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range, have the vehicle’ s electrical system checked by your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Engine oil pressure gauge (if equipped): Indicates engine oil pressure. The need[...]

AUDIO SYSTEMS Quick start — How to get going W ARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury . Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The drivers primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle. Only use cel[...]

Listening to satellite radio (if equipped) 1. If the audio system is turned off, press VOL-PUSH to turn the radio on. T urn VOL-PUSH to adjust the volume. Note: The system may take a few moments to turn on. 2. Press AUX repeatedly to cycle through auxiliary audio sources. Select SA T1, SA T2 or SA T3 to listen to satellite radio. 3. Press SEEK, SEE[...]

For a single CD system, if a disc is not already loaded, insert only one, label side up into the CD slot. LOADING CD and READING DISC will appear in the display . The first track on the disc will begin playing. For an in-dash six CD system, if a disc is not already loaded, press LOAD. Select a slot number using memory presets 1–6. When the displa[...]

Press SHUFFLE to engage shuffle mode. SHUFFLE ON will appear in the display . If you wish to engage shuffle mode right away , press SEEK to begin random play . Otherwise, random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. CD SHUF will appear in the display . T o disengage, press SHUFFLE again. SHUFFLE OFF will appear in the display [...]

AM/FM stereo / single CD/MP3 sound system (if equipped) W ARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury . Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’ s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.[...]

3. Menu: Press to cycle through the following modes: BASS: Press / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the bass setting. Press OK to close and return to the main menu. TREBLE: Press / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the treble setting. Press OK to close and return to the main menu. BALANCE: Press / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers. Pr[...]

Setting the clock: Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. Use / to manually increase/decrease. Press MENU again to disengage clock mode. Press OK to close and return to the main menu. AUTOSET : Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. Press ME[...]

6. / OK(Play/Pause): This control is operational in CD/MP3 mode. When a CD/MP3 is playing, press to pause or resume play . The CD status will display in the radio display . OK: Use in various menu options. 7. SHUFFLE: Press to play tracks in random order . 8. FOLDER : In folder mode, press FOLDER to access next folder on MP3 discs, if available. 9.[...]

14. Seek: Press to access the next ( ) strong station or CD track. 15. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band. 16. ON/OFF/V olume: Press to turn ON/OFF . T urn to increase/decrease volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition[...]

SHAKER 500 — Audiophile In-Dash Six CD/MP3 Sound System (if equipped) 2009 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide USA (fus) Entertainment Systems 28[...]

SHAKER 1000 — Audiophile In-dash Six CD/MP3 Sound System (if equipped) W ARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury . Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’ s primary responsibility is the safe operation [...]

1. / T une/Disc selector: Press and release to manually advance up/down the radio frequency or to select a desired disc. Press and hold for a fast advance through radio frequencies or all loaded discs. Also use in menu mode to select various settings. In satellite radio mode, press / to scroll through the satellite radio channels. Satellite radio i[...]

• DELETE SONG: Press OK to delete a song from the system’ s memory . Press / to cycle through the saved songs. When the song appears in the display that you would like to delete, press OK. The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OK again and the display will read SONG DELETED. If you do not want to delete the currently liste[...]

AUTOSET : Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. Press MENU to access. Use / to set or turn on/off. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store t[...]

T o search for specific RBDS music categories: When the desired category appears in the display , press / to find the desired type, then press and release or press and hold SCAN to begin the search. T o view the station name or type: When the desired category appears in the display , press TEXT/SCAN to toggle between displaying the station type (CO[...]

7. SHUFFLE: Press to play the tracks in random order . 8. FOLDER: Press to access next folder on MP3 discs, if folders are available. 9. FOLDER: Press to access the previous folder on MP3 discs, if folders are available. 10. Fast forward: Press to manually advance in a CD/MP3 track. 11. Rewind: Press to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track. 12. Memor[...]

additional display text. When the “>” indicator is active, press SEEK to view the previous display text. In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and hold to hear a brief sampling of the next channels. Press again to stop. 14. Seek: Press to access the next ( ) strong station or CD track. In Satellite Radio mode (if equipped), press to s[...]

19. CD eject: Press to begin the CD eject sequence. When the radio prompts to select a CD, use the presets to select the desired CD to eject. Press and hold to auto eject all CDs present in the system. If there is no CD present, the display will read NO CD. 20. CD slot: Insert one CD/MP3 at a time, label side up, when the system prompts to load a C[...]

2. Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully charged and that the device is turned off. 3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone output of your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJ in your vehicle. 4. T urn the radio on, using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded int[...]

GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies: AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and T elecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM - 530, 540–1600, 1710 kHz FM- 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Radio reception factors: There are three factors that can affect r[...]

Audio system warranty and service: Refer to the W arranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary , see your dealer or qualified technician. MP3 track and folder structure Y our MP3 system recognizes MP3 individual tracks and folder structure as follows: • There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback: MP3 track[...]

Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3 discs, it is important to understand how the system will read the structures you create. While various files may be present, (files with extensions other than mp3), only files with the .mp3 extension will be played. Other files will be ignored by the system. This enables you to use the same MP3 d[...]

• T errain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating tower , a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in an audio mute. Unlike AM/FM audible st[...]

Radio Display Condition Action Required ACQUIRING Radio requires more than two seconds to produce audio for the selected channel. No action required. This message should disappear shortly . SA T F AUL T Internal module or system failure present. If this message does not clear within a short period of time, or with an ignition key cycle, your receiv[...]

Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Song title information not available. Song title information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly . NO TEXT Category information not available. Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly . NO SIGNAL Loss of sign[...]

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM 1. T emperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 2. Mode selections: Controls the location of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief description of each selection. MAX A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel vents to cool the vehic[...]

4. Passenger heated seat: Press to activate or deactivate the passenger side heated seat. The passenger heated seat will turn off automatically after 10 minutes of use. 5. R Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster . Refer to Rear window defroster later in this section for more information. 6. Driver heated seat: Press[...]

For maximum cooling performance 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 col[...]

CABIN AIR FILTER Y our 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 interio[...]

HEADLAMP CONTROL T urns the lamps off. T urns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. T urns the low beam headlamps on. Fog lamp control (if equipped) The fog lamps can be turned on when the ignition is in the on position, the headlamp control is in the or position and the high beams are not on. Pull the he[...]

Flash to pass Pull toward you, to the first detent, to activate and release to deactivate. Note: V ehicles equipped with HID headlamps will hear an audible click when activating this feature. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) T urns the headlamps on with a reduced output. When activated, the DRL telltale is illuminated. T o activate: • th[...]

Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmer switch from the full dim position to the full dome/on position to reset. This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions. AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are p[...]

6. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp, then us ea7m m Allen wrench or a Phillips screwdriver to adjust the headlamp up or down. 7. HORIZONT AL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUST ABLE. 8. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate t[...]

Ambient/Mood lighting (if equipped) Illuminates four footwells and two cupholders with a choice of seven colors. The ambient lighting control switch is located on the center console. T o activate, press and release the control switch to cycle through the seven color choices plus the off state. The lights come on whenever the ignition is in the on o[...]

Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below . Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T .” for North America and an “E” for Europe to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility . The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty an[...]

2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by depressing the retainer clip and pulling rearward. 3. Remove the bulb by rotating it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out. W ARNING: 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[...]

2. Locate the lamp assembly from underneath the vehicle and rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly . 3. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket. Install the new bulb in reverse order . Replacing front parking lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the hood. 2. Locate the lamp a[...]

1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the trunk. 2. Carefully remove fasteners around the lamp area and then remove the interior trunk trim. 3. Remove three nut and washer assemblies and the lamp assembly from the vehicle. 4. Disconnect the electrical grommet by pulling it straight off of the lamp assembly . 5. Remove the b[...]

6. Pull the bulb straight from the socket. Install the new bulb in reverse order . Replacing rear sidemarker lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and locate the sidemarker on the rear bumper fascia. 2. Install a flathead screwdriver between the rear of the sidemarker lens and the bumper fascia. 3. Push the screwdriver [...]

4. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of socket. Install the new bulb in reverse order . Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then remove the two screws and the license plate lamp assembly . 2. Remove bulb socket by turning counterclockwise. 3. Carefully pull the bulb out from the socket. Ins[...]

MUL TI-FUNCTION LEVER W indshield wiper: For intermittent operation, move control up one position. Adjust the rotary control to the desired speed setting. For normal or low speed wiper operation, move control up two positions from off. For high speed wiper operation, move control up three positions from off. W indshield washer: Pull the end of the [...]

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED) T o adjust the steering wheel: 1. Push the lever down to unlock the steering column. While the lever is in the down position, tilt the steering column to its desired orientation. 2. While holding the steering column, pull the lever up to its original position to lock the steering column. W ARNING: Never adjust the [...]

The power point is an additional power source for electrical accessories. The power points are located on the instrument panel and inside the center console storage bin. Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if equipped). T o prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s) over the vehicle capacity[...]

POWER WINDOWS W ARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows. They may seriously injure themselves. W ARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. Press and p[...]

Restoring the Express up functionality (Front windows only) Under low battery power conditions, Express Up only functionality may be lost. T o reset this function after restoring full battery power , pull the switch to the Express Up position, hold the switch until the glass reaches the stall position and continue to hold for two seconds. Push the [...]

Rear Power Windows (Convertible Only) The rear quarter windows are operated by a single window switch located at the Driver door window controls. Press and pull the window switch to open and close the windows. • Push down and hold the switch to open. • Pull up and hold the switch to close. Accessory delay W ith accessory delay , the window swit[...]

Electronic compass (if equipped) The compass reading will remain accurate during most driving conditions. The compass is continuously re-calibrating due to changing magnetic fields and subtle, slow changes in vehicle magnetics which can occur over the life of the vehicle. If heading appears inaccurate re-calibrate mirror , refer to Compass calibrat[...]

5. Repeatedly press until your zone number is shown in the mirror display , then release. 6. The display will show all segments, then return to normal compass mode within ten seconds. Compass calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines. 1. Start the vehicle. 2. Press and hold the [...]

Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release it. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET + control and release it. 4. T ake your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on. No[...]

• Press and release the SET + control to operate the T ap-Up function. Each tap will increase the set speed by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET + control. Reducing speed while using speed control There are three ways to reduce a set speed: ?[...]

T o 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 top stowage compartment behind the rear seat to be sure it is empty and ready to receive the top. Check the con[...]

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. Install the boot on the right side tucking in the front part of the boot in the quarter panel and hooking the retaining clip on the side. 3. Install the boot on[...]

Storing the boot 1. Position the boot right-side up and fold each side of the boot inward. 2. T urn 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. 2009 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide USA (fus) Driver Controls 71[...]

Raising the convertible top The convertible top will not operate unless the vehicle is traveling under 3 mph (5 km/h). T o 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 . 2. Push the co[...]

5. Secure the Driver’ s side latch first then secure the Passenger side. Pull down firmly on the latch handles before rotating them into the windshield header until they reach the full forward position. Pulling down on the latch handles and at the center grip in the header will make it easier to fasten the top. Push the latch handles up into the [...]

Selectable features Reset Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menu and SETUP menu. Setup menu Press this control for the following displays: • System Check • Display Color • Units (English/Metric) • Display Mode • Language System check Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to [...]

8. TRAC CONTROL (if equipped) 9. FUEL CAP 10. FUEL LEVEL 11. MILES TO EMPTY Display color The instrument cluster gauges are backlit with white backlighting when the headlamps are off. When the headlamps are on, the user can select one of six preset colors or one user definable color (MyColor™) for the nighttime gauge backlighting. Headlamps must [...]

Units (English/Metric) 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current units to be displayed. 2. Press the RESET control to change from English to Metric. Display Mode 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu to select the Display Mode. 2. Single Mode will display only the selected function. Dual Mode will display the selected functi[...]

• Fuel Used • T rip Elapsed Drive T ime • A verage Speed • Blank Display Odometer/Trip odometer Refer to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter . Distance to empty (DTE) Selecting this function from the INFO menu estimates approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions. Remember to[...]

Average fuel economy (AFE) Select this function from the INFO menu to display your average fuel economy in miles/gallon or liters/100 km. If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing miles traveled by gallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled), your figure may be different than displayed for the following reason[...]

Trip elapsed drive time Select this function from the INFO menu to display a timer . T rip elapsed drive time will only accumulate time when the ignition is in the on position. T o operate the T rip Elapsed Drive T ime perform the following: 1. Press and release RESET in order to start the timer . 2. Press and release RESET to pause the timer . 3. [...]

This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle. W arning display Status Driver door ajar W arning cannot be reset Passenger door ajar Oil pressure low W arning returns after 10 minutes Check charging system Check T raction Control™ Check fuel cap Fuel level low Check brake system W arning returns after the ig[...]

CHECK FUEL CAP — Displayed when the fuel filler cap is not properly installed. Check the fuel filler cap for proper installation. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter . FUEL LEVEL LOW — Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel condition. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM — Displayed when the braking system is not operat[...]

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MA T (IF EQUIPPED) W ARNING: Do not install additional floor mats on top of the factory installed floor mats as they may interfere with the accelerator or the brake pedals. Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not i[...]

KEYS One key operates all the locks and starts the vehicle. Always carry a spare key with you in case of an emergency . Y our keys are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed key will not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your authorized dealer supplied keys, replacement keys are available through your authorized dealer . Refer t[...]

When you open the driver’ s door and you lock the vehicle with the power door lock control, all the doors will lock, then the driver’ s door will automatically unlock reminding you that your key is still in the ignition. The vehicle can still be locked, with the key in the ignition, using the manual lock button on the door , locking the driver?[...]

Autolock (if equipped) On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, this feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when: • all doors are closed, • the ignition is in the on position, • the brake is pressed before reaching 5 mph (8 km/h), and • the vehicle increases to more than 5 mph (8 km/h). Relock The autolock feature repeats[...]

Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle. T o open the luggage compartment door (lid) from within the luggage compartment, pull the illuminated “T” shaped handle and push up on the trunk lid. The handle is composed of a material that will glow for hours in darkness following brief exposu[...]

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modific[...]

Locking the doors 1. Press and release to lock all the doors. Note: The interior lamps will turn off (unless the dome lamp control is in the full-up position), and the turn signal lamps will flash if all doors, trunk and hood (if equipped with active anti-theft system) are closed and locked. If the vehicle is not equipped with the active anti-theft[...]

Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. T o replace the battery: 1. T wist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT T AKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 2. Do n[...]

How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters Y ou must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of six) available before beginning this procedure. Note: Ensure the brake pedal is not depressed during this sequence. T o reprogram the remote entry transmitters: 1. Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked. 2. Put the key in the ignition. 3.[...]

• any door is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the off position and a door 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 trun[...]

Activating or deactivating the perimeter lighting once in program mode is accomplished by: • pressing the trim panel power door unlock control twice within five seconds. At this point, perimeter lighting will be activated if it was previously deactivated, and deactivated if it was previously activated. Confirmation of perimeter lighting being act[...]

Anti-theft indicator The 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™ system is functioning as a theft deterrent. • When the ignition is in the on position, the indicator will glow for three seconds, then turn[...]

T ips: • A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle. • Only use SecuriLock™ keys. • Y ou must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’ s engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. • If no previously programmed coded keys are available, you must take your vehicle to you[...]

T o program additional new unprogrammed key(s), repeat this procedure from Step 1 for each additional key . ACTIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The active anti-theft system is designed to warn you in the event of an unauthorized entry to your vehicle and is also designed to help prevent the unwanted towing of the vehicle. When the vehicle is loc[...]

Arming the system When armed, the active anti-theft system is designed to notify you of an unauthorized entry . When unauthorized entry or towing occurs, the system will flash the turn signal lamps and interior lamps and sounds the security horn. The system is ready to arm whenever the key is out of the ignition. Any of the following actions will a[...]

SEATING W ARNING: 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. W ARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. W ARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position[...]

Lift the head restraint to raise the height. T o lower the head restraint, press the button located on the driver’ s side post, and push down on the head restraint. Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) W ARNING: Never adjust the driver’ s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. W ARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback up[...]

Pull lever up to adjust the angle of the seatback. Four-way seat adjust (driver side only) Pump the handle upwards to raise the cushion and pump downward to lower the cushion to the desired location. 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[...]

W ARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. W ARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. W ARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’ s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries[...]

Move the switch in the direction of the arrows to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. Move the switch in the direction of the arrows to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion. Press the switch in the direction of the arrows to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. Heated seats (if equipped) W ARNING: Persons wh[...]

• 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. T o operate the heated seats: • Push control to activate. • Push again to deactivate. Rear seat entry/exit Use the seatback release to fold the back o[...]

T o lower the seatback(s) from inside the vehicle, pull strap to release seat back and then fold seatback down. When raising the seatback(s), make sure you hear the seat latch into place. Pull on the seatback to ensure that it has latched. W ARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not [...]

• Restraints Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors. • Restraint system warning light and back-up tone. • The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor , front passenger sensing system, and indicator lights. How does the Personal Saf[...]

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

Front safety belt pretensioners The safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions are designed to tighten the safety belts firmly against the occupant’ s body during frontal collisions, and in side collisions. This helps increase the effectiveness of the safety belts. In frontal collisions, the safety belt pretensioners can be[...]

Safety restraints precautions W ARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of injury , make sure children sit in the back seat where they can be properly restrained. W ARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. T[...]

W ARNING: Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them. W ARNING: Front and rear seat occupants, including pregnant women, should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident. Combinatio[...]

1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. 2. T o unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. W ARNING: The center of the rear seat is NOT designed as a [...]

W ARNING: After any vehicle collision, the safety belt system at all outboard seating positions (except driver , which has no “automatic locking retractor” feature) must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the “automatic locking retractor” feature for child seats is still functioning properly . In addition, all safety belts sh[...]

How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the a[...]

W ARNING: After any vehicle collision, the front passenger and rear outboard safety belt systems must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the “automatic locking retractor” feature for child seats is still functioning properly . In addition, all safety belts should be checked for proper function. W ARNING: BEL T AND RETRACTOR ASSEM[...]

Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’ s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position... The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The driver’ s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding.[...]

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 ve[...]

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts (All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given... Consider ... “Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every day . The more we drive, the more we are exposed to “rare” events, even for good drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash during our [...]

Reasons given... Consider ... “I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection when used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers. “I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN?[...]

The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder 威 features can be deactivated/activated by performing the following procedure: Before following the procedure, make sure that: • The parking brake is set • The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) • The gearshift is in N (Neutral) (Manual transmission) • The ignition switch is in the[...]

AIRBAG SUPPLEMENT AL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly; there is a risk of injury from a deploying airbag. W ARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver ,[...]

W ARNING: Never place your arm over the airbag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. T o properly position yourself away from the airbag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably . • Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright posit[...]

Children and airbags Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision. W ARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child [...]

The airbags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After airbag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder or sodium compounds which may irritate the skin and eyes, but none of the residue is toxic. While the SRS is designed to help reduce serio[...]

W ARNING: Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. W ARNING: If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately . If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. Front passenger sensing system The [...]

The front passenger sensing system uses a ⬙ passenger airbag off ⬙ or ⬙ pass airbag off ⬙ indicator which will illuminate and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is disabled. The indicator lamp is located on the top right corner of the center stack of the instrument panel above the radio. Note : The indicator lamp[...]

• If the indicator lamp remains lit even after this, the person should be advised to ride in the rear seat. Occupant Pass Airbag Off Indicator Lamp Passenger Airbag Empty seat Unlit Disabled Small child in child safety seat or booster Lit Disabled Small child with safety belt buckled or unbuckled Lit Disabled Adult Unlit Enabled W ARNING: Even wi[...]

Objects Pass Airbag Off Indicator Lamp Passenger Airbag Small (i.e. three-ring binder , small purse, bottled water) Unlit Disabled Medium (i.e. heavy briefcase, fully packed luggage) Lit Disabled Empty seat, or small to medium object with safety belt buckled Lit Disabled If you think that the status of the passenger airbag off indicator lamp is inc[...]

In case there is a problem with the front passenger sensing system, the airbag readiness lamp in the instrument cluster will stay lit. If the airbag readiness lamp is lit, do the following: The driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects that may be lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat. If ob[...]

W ARNING: Do not use accessory seat covers. The use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident. W ARNING: Do not lean your head on the door . The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. W ARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair , or modif[...]

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 front passenger sensing system will turn off the passenger seat side airbag if the seat is empty . The airbag was designed to inflate between the door panel and o[...]

A difficulty with the 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[...]

W ARNING: 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 T echnician (CPST) and your pediatrician to [...]

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommended restraint type Larger children Children who have outgrown or no longer properly fit in a belt-positioning booster seat (generally children who are at least 4 feet 9 inches (1.45 meters) tall or greater than 80 lb (36 kg) or 100 lb (45 kg) if recommende[...]

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children Restraint T ype Child W eight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LA TCH (lower anchors and top tether anchor) LA TCH (lower anchors only) Safety belt and top tether anchor Safety belt and LA TCH (lower anchors and top tether anchor) Safety belt only Rear facing [...]

W ARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, which may result in serious injury or death. W ARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collisio[...]

If the child is the proper height, age, and weight (as specified by your child safety seat or booster manufacturer), fits the restraint and can be restrained properly , then restrain the child in the child safety seat or with the belt-positioning booster . Remember that child seats and belt-positioning boosters vary and may be designed to fit child[...]

Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible. If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain the larg[...]

2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together . 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together , route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’ s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the b[...]

5. T o put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is pulled out. 6. Allow the belt to retract to remove slack. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode. 7. T ry to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retract[...]

10. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. T o check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back. There should be no more than one inch (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation. 11. Ford recommends checking w[...]

The LA TCH anchors are located at the rear section of the rear seat between the cushion and seat back, below the locator symbols on the seat back. Follow the child seat manufacturer’ s instructions to properly install a child seat with LA TCH attachments. Follow the instructions on attaching child safety seats with tether straps. Refer to Attachi[...]

Combining safety belt and LA TCH lower anchors for attaching child safety seats When used in combination, either the safety belt or the LA TCH lower anchors may be attached first, provided a proper installation is achieved. Attach the tether strap afterward, if included with the child seat. Refer to Recommendations for attaching safety restraints f[...]

Perform the following steps to attach a child safety seat to the tether anchor: For Coupe only: 1. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts, otherwise route the tether strap over the top of th[...]

4. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly , the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision. 5. T ighten 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 [...]

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. 2009 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints 143[...]

3. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly , the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision. 4. T ighten 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 [...]

When children should use booster seats Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow the toddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat and lap/shoulder belt to fit properly . Generally this is when they reach a height of at least 4 feet 9 inches (1.45 meters) tall (around age eight to age twelve and between 40 lb (18 k[...]

• High back booster seats If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child’ s head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across the stomach, and [...]

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 should never use a booster seat with a lap belt only . It is generally best to use a booster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat. Move a child to a different seating l[...]

INFORMA TION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING T ire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic passenger car tires. The Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: • T readwear 200 T raction AA T emperature A These T ire Quality Grades are determined by standards th[...]

W ARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. T emperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire’ s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to [...]

Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire’ s load carrying capability . • kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pressure. • PSI: Pounds per square inch, a standard unit of air pressure. • Cold inflation pressure: The tire pressure when the vehicle has been stationary and out of direct sunlight for an [...]

W ARNING: Under -inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or ⬙ blowout ⬙ , with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury . Under -inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance, resulting in heat buildup and internal damage to the tire. It al[...]

Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressure when you get to the pump. It is normal for tires to heat up and the air pressure inside to go up as you drive. 2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire, then firmly press the tire gauge onto the valve [...]

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally . Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently , and replace them if one or more of the following conditions exist: Tire wear When the tread is worn down to 1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires must be replaced to help prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydropla[...]

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT T ire Identification Number for safety standard certification[...]

W ARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below . If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated, re-lubricate and try again. When inflating the tire for mounting pressures up to 20 psi (1.3[...]

• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking W ARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow , mud, sand, etc., do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds. W ARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires[...]

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)/All Wheel Drive (A WD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved [...]

Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire size, load index and speed rating. The definitions of these items are listed below . (Note that the tire size, load index and speed rating for your vehicle may be different from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the T ire and Rim Association (T&RA), that[...]

Note: Y ou may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law . Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h) M 81 mph (130 km/h) N 87 mph (140 km/h) Q 99 mph (159 km/h) R 106 mph (171 km/h) S 112 mph (180 km/h) T 118 mph (190 km/h) U 124 mph (200 km/h) H 130 mph (210 km/h) V 149 mph (240 km/h) W 168 mph (270 km/h) Y 186[...]

12. T readwear , T raction and T emperature Grades • T readwear: 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 (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire grad[...]

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “L T” type tires “L T” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below . Note: T ire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the T ire and Rim Association (T&RA)[...]

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tire size. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different from this example. T ire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. T: Ind[...]

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard[...]

The T ire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. W ARNING: The[...]

Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) The T ire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your four road tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle. The Low T ire Pressure W arning Lamp will turn ON if the tire pressure is significantly low . Once the light is illuminated, your tires are under inflated and [...]

When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the T ire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn you when your tires need air . It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to the following chart for information concerning your T ire Pressure Monitoring System:[...]

Low T ire Pressure W arning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Flashing W arning Light Spare tire in use Y our temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the damaged road wheel and re-mount it on the vehicle to restore system functionality . For a description of how the system functions under these conditions, refer to When your temporary sp[...]

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS W ARNING: Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control. Driving at very high speeds for extended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle components. W ARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel n[...]

V EHICLE LOADING – 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, [...]

Example only: Cargo W eight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb W eight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load weight is also part of cargo weight. GA W (Gross Axle W eight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 2009 05+ Mustang ([...]

GA WR (Gross Axle W eight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’ s door . The total load on each axle must never exceed its GA WR. Note: For trailer towing information r[...]

W ARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle 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 . GCW (Gross Combined W eight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus th[...]

W ARNING: Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury . Steps for determining the correct load limit: 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’ s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight o[...]

to transport the cement to your home? If you and your friend each weigh 220 lb. (99 kg), the calculation would be: 1,400 - (2 x 220) - (12 x 100) = 1,400 - 440 - 1,200 = - 240 lb. No, you do not have enough cargo capacity to carry that much weight. In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 99 kg) - (12 x 45 kg) = 635 - 198 - 540 = -1[...]

Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper . Use a load carrying hitch. Y ou must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10–15% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue. Safety chains Always connect the trailer’ s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. T o connect the trailer’ s s[...]

Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • T urn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer . • Shift out of D (Overdrive) into D (Overdrive cancelled) or a lower gear (3, 2, or 1) when towing up or[...]

RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational (RV) towing. An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged. All vehicles: Do not tow your vehicle with any wheels on the ground, as vehicle or transmission[...]

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off — locks the automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal. Note: The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition unless the gearshift lever is securely latched in P (Park). 2. Accessory — allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running.[...]

W ARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. W ARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately [...]

• 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 2009 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide USA (fus) Driving 180[...]

3. T urn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See W arning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. Starting the engine 1. T urn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start). If there is difficulty in turning the k[...]

Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time, open the windows at least one inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air . ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting and allows the heater[...]

• T o reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged (cheater) adapters. Also ensure that the block heater , especially the cord, is in good condition before use. • Make sure that when in operation, the extension cord plug /engine block heater cord plug connection is free and clear [...]

BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-out and should be inspected by an authorized dealer . If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by an authorized dealer .[...]

Parking brake T o set the parking brake (1), pull the parking brake handle up as far as possible. The BRAKE warning lamp will illuminate and will remain illuminated until the parking brake is released. T o release, press and hold the button (2), pull the handle up slightly , then push the handle down. W ARNING: Always set the parking brake fully an[...]

The T raction Control™ system will allow your vehicle to make better use of available traction on slippery surfaces while you are trying to accelerate or while your foot is on the accelerator pedal. The system is a driver aid which makes your vehicle easier to handle primarily on snow and ice covered roads. During T raction Control™ operation, [...]

STEERING T o help prevent damage to the power steering system: • Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until it stops) for more than a few seconds when the engine is running. • Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering fluid level (below the MIN mark on the reservoir). • Some noise is normal during operation[...]

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition is in the on position unless the brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in the o[...]

Understanding the gearshift positions of the 5–speed automatic transmission This vehicle is equipped with an Adaptive T ransmission Control Strategy . This Adaptive T ransmission Control Strategy offers the optimal transmission operation and shift quality . When the vehicle’ s battery has been disconnected for any type of service or repair , th[...]

T o put your vehicle in P (Park): • Come to a complete stop • Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park) W ARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). T urn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. R (Reverse) W ith the gearshift leve[...]

and out of overdrive occurs, hilly terrain, heavy loads, trailer towing and when engine braking is required. • T o return to Overdrive mode, press the transmission control switch. The O/D OFF lamp will not be illuminated. • Overdrive mode is automatically returned each time the key is turned off. 3 (Third) This position allows for third gear on[...]

Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur . Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur , or the engine may overheat. MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch Manual transmission vehicles have a starter[...]

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[...]

Parking your vehicle 1. Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position. 2. Fully apply the parking brake, then shift into 1 (First). 3. T urn the ignition off. W ARNING: Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully . DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through[...]

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance T o fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New V ehicle Limited W arranty . The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the coverage period listed on the Roadsi[...]

Canadian customers refer to your Customer Information Guide for information on: • coverage period • exact fuel amounts • towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits In Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic W arr[...]

Note: W ith extended use, the flasher may run down your battery . FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH FUEL RESET This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the engine when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt. After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switch may have been activated. The fuel pump shut-off switch i[...]

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet Violet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A T an T an — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Y ellow Y ellow Y ellow Blu[...]

The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 Mini relay Accessory delay #1 2 — Not used 3 10A W iper power/Blower motor relay 4 5A Power mirrors 5 — Not used 6 5A Accessory delay feeds 7 10A Electrochromic mirror/ Ambient lighting 8 10A Cluster , Data Link Connector (DLC) 9 — Not used 10 5A Intrusio[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 17 10A Restraint Control Module (RCM), Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS), Passenger Air bag Deactivation Indicator (P ADI) 18 10A Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) 19 5A Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relay , Passive Anti-Theft System (P A TS), Instrument cluster airbag warning lamp 20 10A[...]

The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 — Not used 2 30A* Climate control blower 3 40A* Cooling fan 4 30A* Starter 5 30A* Driver front window motor 6 30A* Rear amplifier (Shaker 1000 radio) 7 30A* Passenger front window motor 8 40A* Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) #1 9 30A* Rear amplifier[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 14 30A* Driver seat 15 30A* Passenger seat 16 30A* Front amplifier (Shaker 500/1000 radios) 20 Mini relay PCM 21 Micro relay Fuel pump 22 Micro relay Starter 23 — Not used 24 Micro relay A/C clutch 25 Mini relay Cooling fan (High-speed) 26 Micro relay Horn 27 Micro relay High beams 28 Mini re[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 51 10A** Convertible top 52 30A** Rear defroster 53 Diode PCM 54 20A** Left HID headlamp 55 20A** Right HID headlamp 56 20A** Radio, SDARS 57 20A** Decklid release 58 15A** Fog lamps 59 30A** SJB #5 (Passenger compartment fuse box) 60 — Not used 61 20A** Power point #1 (Instrument panel) 62 2[...]

Auxiliary relay with HID headlamps (if equipped) 1. Left HID headlamp 2. Right HID headlamp 3. Not used 4. Not used On vehicles equipped with HID headlamps, an auxiliary relay box is located under the hood on the right hand side front of the engine compartment. This auxiliary relay box contains the left front and right front HID headlamp relays. CH[...]

(TPMS) in the T ires, Wheels, and Loading chapter . Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing of the flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor for damage. W ARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your T ire Pressure Monitoring System and should only be used if it is supplied [...]

• Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire • Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • T ry 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[...]

Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service 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[...]

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. 3. Remove the center ornament (if equipped) from the wheel. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the[...]

4. Put the jack in the jack notch next to the tire you are changing. T urn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. Never use the rear differential as a jacking point. W ARNING: T o lessen the risk of personal injury , do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine wh[...]

8. Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown. Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification. 9. Put flat tire, wheel ornament (if equipped), jack and lug wrench away . Make sure the jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive. 10. Unblock the wheel. T[...]

1. Air compressor (inside) 2. Diverter knob 3. On/Off switch 4. Air pressure gauge 5. Sealant bottle/canister 6. Sealant filling clear tube 7. Sealant tube — tire valve connector 8. Y ellow cap tool 9. Air compressor hose 10. Air hose — tire valve connector 11. Accessory power plug 12. Casing/housing 2009 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide USA (fus[...]

General information W ARNING: Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death. Do not attempt to repair punctures larger than 1 ⁄ 4 inch (6.4 mm) or damage to the tire’ s sidewall. The tire may not completely seal. Note: Do not use the temporary mobility kit if a tire has become s[...]

• Never leave the temporary mobility kit unattended when it is operating. • Sealant compound contains latex. Make sure that you use the non-latex gloves provided to avoid an allergic reaction. • Keep the temporary mobility kit away from children. • Only use the temporary mobility kit when the ambient temperature is between -22° F (–30° [...]

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

8. Inflate the tire to the pressure listed on the tire label located on the driver’ s door or the door jam area. Note: When the sealing compound is first added into the tire, the air pressure gauge reading on the compressor unit may indicate a higher value; this is normal and should be no reason for concern. The pressure will drop after about 30 [...]

Second stage: Checking tire pressure Check the air pressure of your tires as follows: 1. Remove the valve cap from the tire valve. 2. Unhook the black hose from the side of the compressor and fasten firmly on the valve stem by turning clockwise. W ARNING: If you are proceeding from the First stage: Reinflating the tire with sealing compound and air[...]

Note: After the sealing compound has been used, the maximum vehicle speed is 50 mph (80 km/h) and the maximum driving distance is 120 miles (200 km). The sealed tire should be inspected immediately . Note: After sealant use, the TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer . Y ou can check the tire pressure [...]

3. Using the yellow cap tool, press the tab located on the temporary mobility kit compressor housing while pulling up on the sealant canister . Installation of the Sealant Canister to the T emporary Mobility Kit 1. Align the sealant canister with the temporary mobility kit housing. 2009 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies [...]

2. Once aligned, seat the sealant canister by lightly pushing down until you hear an audible click. 3. W rap 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. Be sure to check the sealant [...]

WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km) after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque* lb.ft. N • m 1 ⁄ 2 x 20 100 135 * T orque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only For[...]

W ARNING: 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 damage. Preparing your vehicle When the[...]

1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery . Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) 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 neg[...]

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. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. W ARNING: Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal [...]

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery . 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’ s batter[...]

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 been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle c[...]

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or , if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your roadside assistance service provider . It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not a[...]

Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access to wheel dollies, car hauling trailer , or flatbed transport vehicle) your vehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flat towed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: • V ehicle is facing forward so that it is be[...]

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED W arranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorized Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer . While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Please note that certai[...]

In Canada: Mailing Address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P .O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 T elephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www .ford.ca Mailing Address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P .O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 T elephone 1-800-[...]

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss W arranty Act, or to the extent allowed by state law , before pursuing replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. This dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing state created rights[...]

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY) Y our satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer . If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step procedure outlined on the first page of the Customer Assistance section, you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program. The BBB A[...]

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory , Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third part[...]

If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since this information is subject to change, please ask your authorized dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit the Ford ESP website at www .ford-esp.com. GETTING ASSIST A[...]

ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERA TURE T o order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at: HELM, INCORPORA TED P .O. Box 07150 Detroit, Michigan 48207 Or call: For a free publication catalog, order toll free: 1-800-782-4356 Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST Helm, Incorporated can also be reached by their website: w[...]

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. 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 the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company . If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and i[...]

W ASHING THE EXTERIOR W ash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail W ash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your authorized dealer . • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces. • Usin[...]

• After polishing chrome bumpers, apply a coating of Motorcraft Premium Liquid W ax (ZC-53-A), available from your authorized dealer , or an equivalent quality product to help protect from environmental effects. W AXING • W ash the vehicle first. • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft Premium Liquid W ax (ZC-53-A), which is[...]

ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • T ake care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine bl[...]

4.6L 3V SOHC V8 ENGINE PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your authorized dealer . • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail W ash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and T ar Remover (ZC-42). • For plastic headlamp lenses[...]

• The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or Motorcraft Premium W indshield W asher Concentrate (ZC-32-A), available from your authorized dealer . This washer fluid contains special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car wash facilit[...]

W ARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system. If a staining liquid like coffee/juice has been spilled on the instrument panel or on interior trim surfaces, clean as follows: 1. W ipe up spilled liquid using a clean, white, cotton cloth. 2[...]

W ARNING: Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’ s safety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing. W ARNING: On vehicles equipped with seat-mounted airbags, do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents. Such products could contaminate the side-airbag system and affect performance of the side airbag in a colli[...]

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Y our Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle. Eac[...]

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS T o help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy . If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer can provide the necessary parts and service. Check your W arranty Guide/Customer Information Guide to find out which parts and servi[...]

2. Block the wheels. W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located on the driver’ s side kick panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle[...]

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1. Battery 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. W indshield washer fluid reservoir 9. Power distribution box 2009 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide USA (fus) Ma[...]

4.6L 3V SOHC V8 engine Some vehicles may be equipped with an engine cover . 1. Battery 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. W indshield washer fluid reservoir 9. Power distribution box 2009 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide USA ([...]

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low . In very cold weather , do not fill the reservoir completely . Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16-A2. Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash. They may cause squeaking, chatter noise, streak[...]

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the vehicle. T urn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm. 2. Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard. Replace wiper b[...]

• 4.0L V6 engine • 4.6L 3V V8 engine 6. W ipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully , then remove it again. • If the oil level is between the lower and upper holes, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below the lower hole, add enough oil to raise the level within the lower and upper holes. 2009 05+ Mus[...]

• 4.0L V6 engine • 4.6L 3V SOHC V8 engine • Oil levels above the upper hole may cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer . 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter . 2009 [...]

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. Insta[...]

Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter or another with equivalent [...]

It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter or another with equivalent performance for your engine application. BATTERY Y our vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalled [...]

W ARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. A void contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medi[...]

• Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner . Follow your local authorized standards for disposal. Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the intervals listed in[...]

When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir . • The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the “COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read[...]

W ARNING: Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container . If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B51-A1. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this c[...]

W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of personal injury , make sure the engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly . Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system by following these steps: 1. Befor[...]

Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner . Follow your community’ s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids. Coolant refill capacity T o find out how much fluid your vehicle’ s cooling system can hold, refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter . Fill y[...]

What you should know about fail-safe cooling (4.6L V8 engine only) 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 begin[...]

4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low . W ARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer . Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. T ake your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soo[...]

W ARNING: Gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer -causing agent. Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before refueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle before refueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as ga[...]

W ARNING: The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity , which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container . Refueling W ARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries. T o help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump [...]

At the next opportunity , safely pull off of the road, remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap properly and reinstall it. The check fuel cap light or “check fuel cap” message may not reset immediately; it may take several driving cycles for the check fuel cap light or “check fuel cap” message to turn off. A driving cycle consists of an en[...]

Y our vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds, including manganese-based additives. Note: Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause powertrain damage, a loss of vehicle performance, and repairs may not be covered under warranty . Octane recommendations Y our vehicle is designed to use “Regular?[...]

performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle. Gasolines that meet the W orld-W ide Fuel Charter should be used when available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the W orld-W ide Fuel Charter . Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner -burning” gasolines to improve air quality , per the rec[...]

The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the empty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty . Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty . The amount of usable fu[...]

Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (city or highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’ s fuel economy under current driving conditions. Additionally , keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy . In general, lower temperatures give lower fuel econo[...]

• Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately 1 mpg [0[...]

• Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance information performed according to the specified schedule. The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenance information are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system. If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintena[...]

government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists your authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle. When the Service engine soon indicator illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction. T emporary malfunctions may cause the Service engine soon indicator to illuminate. Examples are: 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel[...]

indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. T o determine if the vehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn the ignition key to the on position for 15 seconds without cranking the engine. If the Service engine soon indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing; if the Service engine soon indicator stay[...]

5. If the fluid is low , add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir . Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter for the proper fluid type. BRAKE/CLUTCH FLUID Brake and clutch systems are supplied f[...]

Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. 3. Note: There are two different manual transmissions used in this vehicle and they have different fluid levels. For vehicles equipped with a V6 engine the correct manual transmission fill level is at the lowe[...]

• 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 the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter . AIR FILTER Refer to schedu[...]

Changing the air filter element (except Bullitt™* Mustang) 1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover . 2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. 3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. W ipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good se[...]

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 4.0L V6 engine 4.6L V8 engine Air filter element F A-1773 F A-1773 (Bullitt™* Mustang uses F A-1891) Fuel filter FG-1083 FG-1083 Battery BXT -96R BXT -96R Oil filter FL-820-S FL-820-S PCV valve 1 (non-serviceable) Spark Plugs 2 *™& 娀 W arner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s07) 1 The PCV valve is a critical emi[...]

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES Item Capacity Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number / Ford Specification Brake fluid and (clutch fluid-if equipped) Between MIN and MAX lines on reservoir Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor V ehicle Brake Fluid PM-1-C / WSS-M6C62-A or WSS-M6C65-A1 Door weatherstrips — Silicone Lubrica[...]

Item Capacity Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number / Ford Specification Engine oil (4.6L engine) 6.0 quarts (5.7 L) Motorcraft SAE 5W -20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE 5W -20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) 6 XO-5W20-QSP (US) CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada) / WSS-M2C930-A with API Certification Mark Lock cylinders — Moto[...]

Item Capacity Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number / Ford Specification W indshield washer fluid 4.0 quarts (3.8L) Motorcraft Premium W indshield W asher Concentrate ZC-32-A / WSB-M8B16-A2 Fuel tank 16.0 gallons (60.6L) —— 1 Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST -M2C118-A for[...]

ENGINE DATA Engine 4.0L V6 engine 4.6L V8 engine Cubic inches 245 281 Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane* Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 Ignition system EDIS Coil on plug Spark plug gap 0.052–0.056 inch (1.32–1.42 mm) 0.039–0.043 inch (1.0–1.1 mm) Compression ratio 9.7:1 9.8:1 *Bullitt™* Mustang recommends premium fuel for top en[...]

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway T raffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance 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 structur[...]

The V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following information: 1. W orld manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint System 3. V ehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number T RANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS Y ou [...]

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer . These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your veh[...]

Lifestyle Ash cup / smoker’ s package Cargo organization and management Peace of mind Full vehicle covers Mobile-Ease™ hands-free communication system Remote start T ripT unes™ Advanced portable audio solution V ehicle security systems Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in mind when adding accessories [...]

A Accessory delay .......................... 64 Air cleaner filter ............... 276–278 Airbag supplemental restraint system ................................118, 126 and child safety seats ............ 120 description ...................... 118, 126 disposal .................................... 129 driver airbag ....................120, 127 op[...]

wheels ...................................... 237 wiper blades ............................ 239 Clock ............................................ 28 Clock adjust 6-CD in dash ............................. 31 AM/FM/CD ................................. 25 Clutch fluid .......................................... 274 operation while driving ..........1[...]

F Fail safe cooling ........................ 261 Floor mats ...................................82 Fluid capacities .........................279 Foglamps ..................................... 48 Fuel ............................................ 262 calculating fuel economy ............................ 78, 267 cap ....................................[...]

L Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart .................. 53 daytime running light ...............49 fog lamps ................................... 48 headlamps ................................. 48 headlamps, flash to pass .......... 49 instrument panel, dimming ..... 49 interior lamps ..................... 51, 53 replacing bulbs ............[...]

Remote entry system ................. 87 illuminated entry ...................... 90 locking/unlocking doors ..... 87–88 opening the trunk .....................88 panic alarm ............................... 88 replacement/additional transmitters ............................... 89 replacing the batteries ............. 89 Roadside assistance ......[...]

recreational towing ................. 177 trailer towing .......................... 174 wrecker .................................... 226 T raction control ........................185 T raction-lok rear axle ...............187 T ransmission automatic operation ...............188 brake-shift interlock (BSI) .... 188 fluid, checking and adding (automa[...]