Ford 2010 Mustang manual

Introduction 4 Instrument Cluster 12 W arning lights and chimes 12 Gauges 17 Message center 20 Entertainment Systems 32 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 41 USB port 43 Satellite radio information 47 Navigation system 50 SYNC 威 50 Climate Controls 51 Manual heating and air conditioning 51 Navigation system based climate control 54 Rear window defros[...]

Seating and Safety Restraints 107 Seating 107 Safety restraints 115 Airbags 129 Child restraints 140 Tires, Wheels and Loading 160 T ire information 160 T ire inflation 162 T ire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 175 V ehicle loading 180 T railer towing 187 Recreational towing 189 Driving 190 Starting 190 Brakes 195 AdvanceT rac 威 197 T ransmissi[...]

Maintenance and Specifications 259 Engine compartment 261 Engine oil 264 Battery 269 Engine coolant 271 Fuel information 277 Air filter(s) 292 Part numbers 294 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 295 Engine data 299 Accessories 302 Ford Extended Service Plan 304 Index 307 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or m[...]

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 [...]

W arning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. 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 lubricatio[...]

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage. SPECIAL NOTICES New V ehicle Limited W arranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’[...]

Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event. The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the occupants, potentially including information such [...]

information”) only to help provide you with the directions, traffic reports, or business searches you request. If you do not want Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do not activate the service. Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses to provide you with this information do not store your vehicle travel information. For more infor[...]

EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this Owner’ s Guide. A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this book. By referring to the mar[...]

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 (V6 shown; V8 similar) Optional instrument cluster (V6 shown; V8 similar) 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 lig[...]

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 malfuncti[...]

time, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 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 long[...]

Engine oil pressure (if equipped): Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter . 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 [...]

O/D OFF (automatic transmission): Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off; refer to the Driving chapter . If the light does not illuminate, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Low fuel (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty . Refer to Fuel gauge in [...]

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 (V6 shown; V8 similar) Optional instrument cluster gauges (V6 shown; V8 similar) Refer to Message center in this chapter to select one of six pr[...]

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. • V6 instrument cluster • V8 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 vehicle[...]

T rip odometer: Registers the distance of individual journeys. • Base instrument cluster: Press the reset button to select T rip A and T rip B. Press and hold the reset button to reset the trip odometer to zero. • Optional instrument cluster: Press and release the message center INFO button until TRIP A mode appears in the display . Press the b[...]

Engine oil pressure gauge (if equipped): Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle should stay in the normal operating range (between “L” and “H”). If the needle falls below the normal range, stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level is correct (and gauge reads no/low oil press[...]

Autolamp delay (if equipped) This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off. 1. T o disable/enable the autolamp delay feature, select this function using RESET stem. 2. Press and hold the RESET stem for two seconds to select the new Autolamp delay values of 0, 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120 or 180 seconds.[...]

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: Note: The vehicle’ s headlamps or parklamps must be on to perform/check light functions. • System Check • My Color 1, 2, 3 • Oil Life • Units (English/Metric) • Gauge[...]

The sequence of the system check report and how it appears in the message center is as follows: 1. OIL LIFE 2. CHARGING SYSTEM 3. ALL DOORS CLOSED 4. DRIVER DOOR 5. P ASSENGER DOOR 6. TRUNK 7. SECURITY SYSTEM (if equipped) 8. BRAKE SYSTEM 9. FUEL LEVEL Oil life An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center . USE ONL Y RECOMMEND[...]

Halo light T urns the halo lighting around the gauges on or off. 1. T o turn the halo lighting on or off, select this function from the SETUP MENU. 2. Press and hold RESET to turn t h ef e a t u r eo no ro f f . Ambient light T urns the ambient lighting on or off. Ambient lighting provides accent lighting in various locations such as footwell areas[...]

Note: Headlamps or parklamps must be on to set up colors. T o choose colors for the gauges, halo color or ambient lighting do the following: 1. Press SETUP to reach the GAUGE COLOR, AMBIENT COLOR, or HALO COLOR menu. 2. Press RESET to scroll through the following color options: • Ice Blue • White • Green • Purple • Blue • Orange • Red[...]

Units (English/Metric) 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current units to be displayed. 2. Press RESET to change from English to Metric. Autolamp This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off. 1. T o disable/enable the autolamp delay feature, select this function from the SETUP co[...]

Language 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current language to be displayed. 2. W aiting four seconds or pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the language choices. Selectable languages are English, Spanish, or French. 3. Press and hold the RESET control for two seconds to set the language choice. In[...]

The DTE function will display LOW FUEL LEVEL when you have approximately 50 miles (80 km), to empty . If you reset this warning message, it will return at approximately 25 miles (40 km), 10 miles (16 km) and 0 miles (0 km) miles to empty . DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy , which is based on your recent driving history of 500 [...]

Instantaneous fuel economy (IFE) Select this function from the INFO menu to display your instantaneous fuel economy . This will display your fuel economy as a bar graph ranging from poor economy to excellent economy . Y our vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy . When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows , one or[...]

• They will not reappear until an ignition off-on cycle has been completed. This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle. W arnings that can be reset: DRIVER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the driver’ s door is not completely closed. P ASSENGER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the passenger side door is not com[...]

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR F AUL T — Displayed when the T ire Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR F AUL T — Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more information on [...]

AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system 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 veh[...]

Setting the clock T o set the time, press CLOCK. The display will read SET TIME. Use the memory preset numbers (0–9) to enter in the desired time–hours and minutes. The clock will then begin from that time. AM/FM Radio / VOL (Power/V olume): Press to turn the radio on/off. T urn the knob to increase/decrease volume. If the volume is set above a[...]

Saving presets automatically: Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. T o activate the autoset feature: Press MENU repeatedly until AUTO PRESET ON/OFF appears in the display . Use SEEK to turn AUTO PRESET to ON, and either wait five seconds for the search[...]

CD/MP3 Player CD: Press to enter CD/MP3 mode. If a disc is already loaded into the system, CD/MP3 play will begin where it ended last. If no CD is loaded, NO DISC will appear in the display . LOAD: For a single CD system– This control is not operational. T o load a CD, simply insert the disc, label side up, into the CD slot. For a CD6 system– P[...]

SEEK: Press SEEK to access the previous/next track. CA T (Category) / FOLD (Folder): In MP3 mode only– Press CA T/FOLD and then press SEEK to access the previous/next folder . SCAN: Press for a brief sampling of all tracks on the current disc or MP3 folder . DIRECT : In CD mode– Press DIRECT . The display will read DIRECT TRACK MODE SELECT TRAC[...]

Satellite Radio (if equipped) Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS 威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability . SIRIUS: Press repeatedly to access satellite radio mode, if equipped. Press repeatedly to cycle through SA T1, SA T2 and SA T3 modes. TUNE: T urn to go to the next / previous available SIRI[...]

TEXT : Press and release to display the artist and song title. While in TEXT MODE, press again to scroll through the Artist (AR), Song (SO), Channel (CH) and Category (CA). In TEXT MODE: Sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed. When th e</>i n d i c a t o ri sa c t i v e ,p r e s s TEXT and then press SEEK to view the a[...]

titles, the display will read REPLACE SONG? Press OK to access the saved titles and press SEEK to cycle through the saved titles. When the song title appears in the display that you would like to replace, press OK. SONG REPLACED will appear in the display . b. DELETE A SONG: Press OK to delete a song from the system’ s memory . Press SEEK to cycl[...]

b. CHANGE PIN: Press OK when CHANGE PIN is displayed. The display will read ENTER OLD PIN. Enter your current (old) PIN number and when the system accepts your entry it will display ENTER NEW PIN. Enter your new four -digit PIN and the system will save the new PIN and PIN SA VED will display . c. UNLOCK ALL CHANNELS: Press OK when UNLOCK ALL CHANNE[...]

Extra Features AUX: Press repeatedly to cycle through LINE (auxiliary audio mode) and SYNC 威 (if equipped). For auxiliary jack location and further information on auxiliary audio mode, refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter . If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC 威 , please refer to the SYNC 威 information included with your vehic[...]

Y our vehicle is equipped with an auxiliary input jack (AIJ) located in the center console. The auxiliary input jack provides a way to connect your portable music player to the in-vehicle audio system. This allows the audio from a portable music player to be played through the vehicle speakers with high fidelity . T o achieve optimal performance, p[...]

7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls. T roubleshooting: 1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line level outputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are not compatible with the AIJ. [...]

Y our vehicle may be equipped with a USB port inside your center console. This feature allows you to plug in media playing devices, memory sticks, and also to charge devices if they support this feature. For further information on this feature, refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC 威 supplement or Navigation System supplement. GE[...]

CD/CD player care Do: • Handle discs by their edges only . (Never touch the playing surface). • Inspect discs before playing. • Clean only with an approved CD cleaner . • W ipe discs from the center out. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time. • Clean using a circular motion. CD units are[...]

CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information. Audio[...]

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 SIGNAL Loss of signal from the SIRIUS 威 satellite or SIRIUS 威 tower to the vehicle antenna. Y ou are in a location that is blocking the SIRIUS 威 signal (i.e., tunnel, under an overpass, dense foliage, etc). The system is working properly . When you move into an open area, the signal should return. UP[...]

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) T emperature conversion: T o switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter . 1. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. The system w[...]

5. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected or can be engaged manua[...]

• T o improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.” During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for extended periods of time in gear , it is recommended to run the A/C in the MAX A/C mode, adjust the blower fan speed to the lowest s[...]

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC T EMPERATURE CONTROL (NAVIGATION BASED – IF EQUIPPED) T emperature conversion: T o switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter . 1. CLIMA TE: Press to control the climate control system through the touch display screen. See T ouchscreen functions later in this section. 2. R [...]

5. Passenger heated seat (if equipped): Press to control the passenger heated seat. Refer to Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 6. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to cool down the interior of the vehicl[...]

T OUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS T emperature conversion: T o switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter . T emperature: Press the up and down arrows on the left side of the screen to increase/decrease the airflow temperature for the driver side of the vehicle. This control also adjusts the passenger side[...]

Operating tips • T o reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather , select (defrost). T emperature and/or fan speed can also be increased to improve clearing. • T o reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the system off or with (recirculated air) engaged. • Do not put objects under the front seats that wil[...]

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER R Press the control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog. The LED will illuminate. The rear window defroster turns off automatically after 15 minutes, or when the ignition is turned off. T o manually turn off the defroster before 15 minutes have passed, press the control again. The vehicle must be running to use this f[...]

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. Automatic instrumentation illumination When the headlamps or parking lamps are switched on, a light sensor in your vehicle monitors the outside lighting conditions and automatically sets t[...]

The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a predetermined amount of time after the ignition switch is turned to off. Y ou can change the amount of time the lamps stay on by using the programming procedure that follows: Note: If the vehicle is equipped with autolamps, it will have the headlamps on with windshield wipers feature. If the windsh[...]

High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever toward you to deactivate. 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 t[...]

P ANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parking lamp operation. Move the control to the full upright position, past detent, to turn on the interior lamps. Move the control down, past detent, to turn off the interior lights. Move the control to the full[...]

3. T urn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood. T o see a clearer light pattern for adjusting, block the light from one headlamp while adjusting the other . For vehicles with halogen headlamps: On the wall or screen you will observe a flat zone of high intensity light located at the top of the right hand porti[...]

5. Then use a 7mm Allen wrench or a Phillips screwdriver to adjust the headlamp up or down. HORIZONT AL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUST ABLE. 6. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal. The flash rate of the turn s[...]

Examples of acceptable condensation are: • Presence of thin mist (no streaks, drip marks or droplets) • Fine mist covers less than 50% of the lens Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp water leak) are: • W ater puddle inside the lamp • Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of the lens T ak[...]

Replacing interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently . Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently . Replacing headlamp bulbs T o remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the hood. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by depressing the retainer [...]

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the hood. Halogen headlamp HID headlamp 2. Remove the hex head screws attaching the underbody forward aeroshield and remove to gain access to the front parking lamp/ turn signal assembly . 3. Rotate the socket counterclockwise and remove[...]

Replacing front sidemarker bulb 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position. 2. Remove the hex head screws attaching the underbody forward aeroshield and remove to gain access to the front sidemarker assembly . 3. Rotate the socket counterclockwise and remove from the lamp assembly . 4. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of socket. R[...]

3. Unbolt the three tail lamp attachment nuts and remove the lamp assembly . 4. Rotate the LED assembly counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp assembly . 5. Disconnect the LED assembly from the electrical connector and replace the LED assembly . 6. Install new LED assembly in reverse order . Replacing backup bulbs The backup lamps are located[...]

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. Insert a flathead screwdriver between the rear of the sidemarker lens and the bumper fascia. 3. Push the screwdriver to the front of the vehicle and then slide it towards you to pop out the lamp assemb[...]

Replacing fog lamp bulbs (V6) (if equipped) 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the hood. 2. Remove the hex head screws attaching the underbody forward aeroshield and remove to gain access to the fog lamp assembly . 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling it straight off. 4. Rotate the bulb coun[...]

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER W indshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers. W indshield washer: Press the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid. • a quick press and hold: the wipers will swipe thre[...]

TILT STEERING WHEEL 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 steering wheel[...]

Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map. 2. T urn ignition to the on position. 3. Press and hold the 7 and 9 radio preset buttons together for approximately five seconds until ZONE XX appears in the CID. 4. Press and release the 7 and 9 radio preset buttons togeth[...]

2. T o calibrate, press and hold the 7 and 9 radio preset buttons together for approximately 10 seconds until CAL appears. Release the buttons. 3. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until the CAL display changes to the direction value (N, S, E, W , etc.). It may take up to five circles to complete calibration. 4. The co[...]

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only . Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty . Auxiliary powe[...]

Press and pull the switches to open and close windows. • Press down (to the first detent) and hold the switch to open. • Pull up (to the first detent) and hold the switch to close. Express-down (front windows only) Allows the driver and passenger’ s window to open fully without holding the control down. Press the switch completely down to the[...]

Bounce-back override (front windows only) T o override bounce-back, within two seconds after reaching bounce-back position, if the switch is moved from the neutral to the express-up position the window will travel up with no bounce-back protection. If the switch is released before the window reaches fully closed position, the window will stop. For [...]

In the event that the rear quarter window switch does not operate when the convertible top is completely up or down, the rear quarter windows can be manually raised up. The following procedure must be performed within two minutes: 1. T urn the ignition key to the off position, then turn back to the on position. 2. Press the rear window switch down [...]

Note: If equipped with a rearview camera system, a video image will be displayed in the mirror or the navigation system display (if equipped) when the vehicle is put in R (Reverse). As you shift into any other gear from R (Reverse), the image will remain for a few seconds and then turn off. Refer to Rearview camera system in the Driving chapter . E[...]

Optional controls 1. Press the ON control and release it. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. Base controls Optional controls 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. Note: • V ehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down[...]

Resuming a set speed Base controls Optional controls Press the RES / RESUME control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. Increasing speed while using speed control Base controls Optional controls There are two ways to set a higher speed: • Press and hold the SET (+) control until you get to the d[...]

Reducing speed while using speed control Base controls Optional controls There are two ways to reduce a set speed: • Press and hold the SET (-) control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. Y ou can also use the SET (-) control to operate the T ap-Down function. Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set sp[...]

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) W ith navigation system (if equipped) • Press to use the voice command features. For further information on using voice commands with the navigation system, refer to the Navigation System supplement. • Press to select the entertainment playing media (radio, CD, line in, etc.). • Press – VOL + to adjust [...]

• Press to change radio stations/CD tracks. CONVERTIBLE (IF EQUIPPED) Do not store articles behind rear seat. Articles stored in the convertible top stowage compartment may break the rear glass window when the top is lowered. Lowering the convertible top The convertible top can be lowered with the side windows down. The windows will automatically[...]

4. Press the convertible top switch on the overhead console and hold until the windows are completely down and the top is completely stored. Installation of the boot (if equipped) Be sure the boot is secure on the vehicle before driving. 1. Install the boot on the vehicle by hooking the boot retaining clips on the back panel. 2. Install the boot on[...]

4. T uck the boot corners behind the shoulder belts. 5. Secure the boot straps on the rear seat hooks behind the rear seat. Note: Improper installation can result in loss and/or damage of the boot while driving. W ARNING: Always secure the retaining clips and boot straps on the vehicle or the boot may come loose while driving. T o remove, unhook th[...]

3. Fold the right side inward and secure the boot with the strap. Stow the boot in the trunk. Raising the convertible top The convertible top will not operate unless the vehicle is traveling under 3 mph (5 km/h). 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 vehicl[...]

Note: The latch handles must be pulled downwards fully to allow the latch to fully rotate into the closed position. 5. Secure the driver’ s side latch first, then secure the passenger side. Pull down firmly on the latch handles before rotating them into the windshield header until they reach the full forward position. Pull down on the latch handl[...]

Interior trunk control lockout (convertible vehicles only) This feature helps prevent unauthorized access to the trunk when the convertible top is open, by disabling the interior trunk control. This is useful when you want to leave the convertible top open, but still prevent access to the trunk. T o operate this feature (the vehicle must be off and[...]

KEYS Y our vehicle may be equipped with two Integrated Keyhead T ransmitters (IKT s). The key blade functions as a programmed key which starts the vehicle and unlocks/locks all the doors. The transmitter portion functions as the remote entry transmitter . Y our IKT s are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed key will not permit your ve[...]

Press the control to unlock all doors. Press the control to lock all doors. Locking and unlocking with keys Y our vehicle’ s keys are designed to lock and unlock the driver’ s door , as well as open the trunk. • The driver’ s door is unlocked when the key is inserted in the driver door key cylinder and turned to the unlock position. The dri[...]

The autolock feature repeats when: • any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the on position and the vehicle speed is 9 mph (15 km/h) or lower , and • the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h). Deactivating/activating autolock Y our vehicle comes with the autolock feature enabled. There are three methods to enabl[...]

8. T urn the ignition to the off position. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. Autounlock (if equipped) The autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when: • the ignition is in the on position, all the doors are closed, and the vehicle has been in motion at a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h); • the vehicle has t[...]

6. T o enable/disable the autounlock feature, press the lock control, then press the unlock control. The horn will chirp once if autounlock was deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if autounlock was activated. 7. T urn the ignition to the off position. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. INTERIOR LUGGAGE CO[...]

W ARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or animals unattended in the vehicle. On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly . Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are pa[...]

The IKT allows you to: • remotely unlock the vehicle doors. • remotely lock all the vehicle doors. • remotely open the trunk. • activate the personal alarm. • arm and disarm the active anti-theft system. • operate the illuminated entry feature. The remote entry lock/unlock feature operates in any ignition position except while the key i[...]

two stage unlock allows all vehicle doors to unlock simultaneously). The turn lamps will flash twice to indicate that two-stage unlock was enabled or disabled. Locking the doors 1. Press and release to lock all the doors. The turn signal lamps will illuminate. Note: The interior lamps will turn off (unless the dome lamp control is in the full-up po[...]

The remote entry system allows you to open the trunk while the ignition is in any position. However , if the ignition is in the on position and the vehicle is in motion, the trunk will not open if the vehicle is moving 3 mph (5 km/h) or faster . In the event of battery failure, you can open the trunk on the convertible by using your master key in t[...]

Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the IKT to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The IKT should operate normally after battery replacement. Replacing lost integrated keyhead transmitters (IKT s) If you would like to have your integrated keyhead transmitters reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to buy additional IKT s, y[...]

Battery saver 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 trunk is lef[...]

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 威 system is functioning as a theft deterrent. • When the ignition is in the on position, the indicator will glow for three seconds, then tur[...]

programmed to your vehicle; only four of these eight keys can be IKT s with remote entry functionality . If your IKT s or standard SecuriLock 威 coded keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key , you will need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer . The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded k[...]

4. After three seconds but within 10 seconds of turning the ignition to the 1 (off) position, insert the second previously coded key into the ignition. 5. T urn the ignition from the 1 (off) position to the 3 (on) position. Keep the ignition in the 3 (on) position for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 6. T urn the ignition to the[...]

• Change in vehicle inclination Note: The active anti-theft system includes a motion detection system which monitors the passenger cabin and a vehicle incline sensor which detects changes in vehicle attitude. The interior motion detection and vehicle incline sensing systems will operate only when the vehicle is locked using the remote keyless ent[...]

There is a 20 second countdown when any of the above actions occur before the vehicle becomes armed. Each door , the hood or the trunk is armed individually , and if any are open, they must be closed for the system to enter the 20 second countdown. The turn signal lamps will flash once when all doors, the hood and the trunk are closed indicating th[...]

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[...]

T o adjust the head restraint, do the following: 1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position. 2. Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint. 3. Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust/release button and pushing down on the head restraint. Properly adjust the head restraint so that [...]

T o remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position. 2. Simultaneously press and hold both the adjust/release button and the unlock/remove button, then pull up on the head restraint. T o reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two[...]

W ARNING: T o minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly . Adjusting the manual seats (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 upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Li[...]

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 control to increase lower back firmness. Press the[...]

W ARNING: Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor . W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of possible seri[...]

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 who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord in[...]

T o operate the heated seats: • Press control to activate. • Press again to deactivate. The heated seats will only function when the engine is running. Rear seat entry/exit Use the seatback release to fold the back of the front seat forward for rear seat access. This release handle is located on the upper back of the front seat. The seatback lo[...]

T o lower the seatback(s) from inside the vehicle, be sure the head restraint is in the upright position, pull the strap to release the seatback and then fold the seatback down. When raising the seatback(s), make sure you hear the seat latch into place. Pull down on the seatback to ensure that it has latched. W ARNING: Before returning the seatback[...]

• 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[...]

W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of injury , make sure children sit in a rear seating position 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. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. W ARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver[...]

W ARNING: Front and rear seat occupants, including pregnant women, should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident. Combination lap and shoulder belts The presenter arm (available on the coupe only) is intended to improve access to the safety belt and to allow access to the rear seat. Rotate the presenter arm toward the front of the [...]

2. T o unfasten, press the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. W ARNING: The center of the rear seat is NOT designed as a seating position and is not equipped with safety belts. The LA TCH anchors were not designed to be used with a child seat in the center position and there is no tether anchor available at the center . Attempted[...]

W ARNING: Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. The front and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seat safety belts have two types of locking modes described below: V ehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor[...]

• 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 automatic locking mode W ARNING: Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assem[...]

Safety belt pretensioner Y our vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions. The safety belt pretensioner tightens the safety belts firmly against the occupant’ s body at the start of the crash. W ARNING: The driver and front passenger safety belt system (including retractors, buc[...]

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. 1i n4o fu s will be seriously injured in a crash during our l[...]

W ARNING: Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt or insert a latchplate into the buckle to avoid the Belt-Minder 威 chime. T o do so may adversely affect the performance of the vehicle’ s airbag system. Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder 姞 feature The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder 威 are deactivated/activated independently .[...]

1. T urn the ignition switch to the on position. DO NOT ST ART THE ENGINE. 2. W ait until the safety belt warning light turns off (approximately one minute). • Step 3 must be completed within 30 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off. 3. For the seating position being disabled, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times at a [...]

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; t h e r ei sar i s ko fi n j u r yf r o ma deploying airbag. W ARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver , should always properly wear their[...]

W ARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair , or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. W ARNING: Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper , front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system[...]

How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work? The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains a longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the airbag sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation. The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong wit[...]

• one or more impact and safing sensors • a readiness light and tone • a diagnostic module • and the electrical wiring which connects the components • front safety belt pretensioner • front passenger sensing system. Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter . • “passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” in[...]

• the system determines that a small child is present in a forward-facing child restraint that is installed according to the manufacturer’ s instructions, • the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat, • a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time, • a child or a small person occup[...]

• T urn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the full upright position. • Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the person’ s legs comfortably extended. • Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect th[...]

passenger seat, the passenger airbag will be disabled. Even though the passenger airbag is disabled, the ⬙ pass airbag off ⬙ lamp may or may not be illuminated according to the table below . Objects Pass Airbag Off Indicator Lamp Passenger Airbag Small (i.e. three-ring binder , small purse, bottled water) Unlit Disabled Medium (i.e. heavy brief[...]

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 airbag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided to occupants in side impact collisions. The airbag S[...]

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[...]

Important child restraint precautions W ARNING: Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that is appropriate for their height, age and weight. Child safety restraints must be purchased separately from the vehicle. Failure to follow these instructions and guidelines may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to you[...]

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommended restraint type Infants or toddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less (generally age four or younger) Use a child safety seat (sometimes called an infant carrier , convertible seat, or toddler seat). Small children Children who have outgrown or no[...]

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: Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child’ s size, height, weight, or age. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’ s instructions and warnings provided for installation and use in conjunction with the ins[...]

training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety T echnician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child and properly installed in the vehicle. T o locate a child seat fitting station[...]

Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear -facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the vehicle seat all the way back. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible. If all children cannot be sea[...]

1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 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 th[...]

4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 5. T o put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull[...]

towards the buckle will additionally help to remove remaining slack from the belt. 9. Attach the tether strap (if the child seat is equipped). Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter . 10. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in pl[...]

Y our vehicle has LA TCH lower anchors for child seat installation at the seating positions marked with the child seat symbol. 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 c[...]

Each time you use the safety seat, check that the seat is properly attached to the lower anchors and tether anchor , if applicable. T ug the child seat from side to side and forward and back where it is secured to the vehicle. The seat should move less than one inch when you do this for a proper installation. If the safety seat is not anchored prop[...]

The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions (shown from top view): Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor . Once the child safety seat has been installed, using either the safety belt, the lo[...]

3. Open the tether anchor cover . 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 tether anchors on the convertible are located rearward of the seatback in the convertible top sling. Note: For easier access, attach the tether with the convertible top up. Note: The attachments for the convertible boot located on the back of the head restraints are not tether anchors. Seating and Safety Restraints 154 2010 05+ Mustang (197) Ow[...]

2. Access tether anchors located behind the seatback under the vinyl tag marked with the child tether anchor symbol. 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[...]

Child booster seats The belt-positioning booster (booster seat) is used to improve the fit of the vehicle safety belt. Children outgrow a typical child seat (e.g., convertible or toddler seat) when they weigh about 40 lb (18 kg) and are around four (4) years of age. Consult your child safety seat owner guide for the weight, height, and age limits s[...]

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions when seated without a booster seat: • Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat cushion? • Can the child sit without slouching? • Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? • Is the shou[...]

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 lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder . The drawings below compare the ideal fit (center) to a shoulder belt uncomfortably close to [...]

The 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 [...]

• Extra load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a heavier maximum load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric tires]. 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 [...]

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 involve[...]

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[...]

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 T ire Pressure Monitoring System is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The tire pressure should be checked periodically ([...]

T o restore the full functionality of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System, have the damaged road wheel/tire repaired and remounted on your vehicle. For additional information, refer to Changing tires with TPMS in this section. When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the T ire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn[...]

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[...]

SUMMER TIRES Y our Ford vehicle may be equipped with summer tires to provide superior performance on wet and dry roads. Summer tires do not have the Mud and Snow (M+S or M/S) tire traction rating on the tire side wall. Since summer tires do not have the same traction performance as All-season or Snow tires, Ford does not recommend using summer tire[...]

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the T ire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’ s door (vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a T ire Label). Look for “THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUP ANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEV[...]

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. Tires, Wheels and [...]

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[...]

• Example only: 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 . Tires, Wheels and Loading 184 2010 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guid[...]

GCW (Gross Combined W eight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer . GCWR (Gross Combined W eight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo and passengers – that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing [...]

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 of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers fr[...]

calculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 99 kg) - (12 x 45 kg) = 635 - 198 - 540 = -103 kg. Y ou will need to reduce the load weight by at least 240 lb. (104 kg). If you remove 3-100 lb. (45 kg) cement bags, then the load calculation would be: 1,400 - (2 x 220) - (9 x 100) = 1,400 - 440 - 900 = 60 lb. Now you have the load capacity to transport the ceme[...]

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 safety chains, cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. If you use a rental trailer , follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you. Do not attach safety ch[...]

eliminate excessive downshifting and upshifting for optimum fuel economy and transmission cooling. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually . Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals. Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for more information. T railer towing[...]

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 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 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 mo[...]

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 key , rotate the steering wheel until the key turns freely . 2. T urn the key to 4 (start), then release the key as soon as the engine starts. Note: If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try , turn the k[...]

W ARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury . W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. Prior to using the engine block heater , follow these recommendations for proper and safe op[...]

• Finally , have the engine block heater system checked during your fall tune-up to be sure it’ s in good working order . How to use the engine block heater Ensure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use. T o clean them, use a dry cloth. Depending on the type of factory installed equipment, your engine block heater will use .4 t[...]

ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on. If the light does not illuminate during start up, remains on or flashes, the ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced. Even when the ABS is disabled, normal braking is still effective. If your BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with th[...]

W ARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual transmission). W ARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly . See your authorized dealer as soon as[...]

W ARNING: If a failure has been detected within the AdvanceT rac 威 system, the stability control light and the stability control off light will illuminate steadily . If the stability control light and the stability control off light illuminate steadily , contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the system serviced immediately . [...]

• The brake pedal may feel stiffer than usual. T raction control system (TCS) T raction control is a driver aid feature that helps your vehicle maintain traction of the wheels, typically when driving on slippery and/or hilly road surfaces, by detecting and controlling wheel spin. Excessive wheel spin is controlled in two ways, which may work sepa[...]

• Maneuvering quickly to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle • Driving over a patch of ice or other slippery surfaces • Changing lanes on a snow-rutted road • Entering a snow-free road from a snow-covered side street, or vice versa • Entering a paved road from a gravel road, or vice versa • Cornering while towing a heavily loaded [...]

AdvanceT rac 威 Features Control switch func- tions Mode “Sliding car off” icon Message Center Display (if equipped) ESC TCS Default at start-up T urns on during bulb check En- abled En- abled Control switch pressed once momentarily T raction con- trol OFF On TRACTION CONTROL OFF En- abled Dis- abled Control switch pressed twice rapidly , brak[...]

Sport mode is not intended for use on public roadways as this mode provides less AdvanceT rac 威 system intervention than when the default ESC and traction control systems are on. Sport mode will allow more spirited driving while the AdvanceT rac 威 system is still enabled. STEERING T o help prevent damage to the power steering system: • Never [...]

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 pressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in the on position and the brake pedal pressed: 1. Apply [...]

W ARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly . Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the system serviced immediately . AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Understanding the gearshift positions of the 5–speed automatic transm[...]

R (Reverse) W ith the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse). N (Neutral) W ith the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. D (Drive) with Overdrive The normal [...]

3 (Third) This position allows for third gear only . • Provides engine braking. • T o return to D (Drive) without Overdrive, move the transmission shift lever into the D (Drive) position. • Selecting 3 (Third) at higher speeds will cause the transmission to downshift to third gear at the appropriate vehicle speed. 2 (Second) This position all[...]

MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully pressed. T o start the vehicle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set. 2. Press and hold the clutch pedal to the floor , then put the gearshift lever in the neutr[...]

Recommended shift speeds Do not downshift into 1 (First) when your vehicle is moving faster than 15 mph (24 km/h). This will damage the clutch. Upshift according to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: 1 - 2 11 mph (18 km/h) 2 - 3 19 mph (31 km/h) 3 - 4 30 mph (48 km/h) 4 - 5 40 mph (64 km/[...]

REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The rearview camera system, located on the trunk, provides a video image which appears in the rearview mirror or on the navigation screen (if equipped), of the area behind the vehicle. It adds assistance to the driver while reversing or reverse parking the vehicle. T o use the camera system, place the transmissi[...]

The camera lens for the camera is located on the trunk. Keep the lens clean so that the video image remains clear and undistorted. Clean the lens with a soft, lint-free cloth and non-abrasive cleaner . Note: If the camera system image is not clear or seems distorted, it may be covered with water droplets, snow , mud or any other substance. If this [...]

DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very slowly especially when the depth is not known. Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars) or the bottom of the hubs (for trucks). When driving through water , traction or brake capability may be limited. Also, wate[...]

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 Roadside[...]

• 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 arranty’ s Roadside Assistance expiring. For more information and enrollment, contact 1-877-294-2582 or visit our website at[...]

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 is located in the driver’ s footwell, by the hood release. T o re[...]

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 30A Driver rear window (convertible only) 2 15A Brake On/Off (BOO) power 3 15A SYNC 威 4 30A Passenger rear window (convertible only) 5 10A Brake transmission shift interlock (BTSI) 6 20A T urn signals, Hazard flashers 7 10A Left low beam headlamp 8 10A Right [...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 11 10A Security module 12 7.5A Power mirrors 13 5A Not used (Spare) 14 10A Center information display , Electronic finish panel, GPS 15 10A Climate control 16 15A Not used (Spare) 17 20A Power door locks 18 20A Not used (Spare) 19 25A Navigation amp 20 15A Diagnostic connector 21 15A Fog lamps [...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 39 20A Radio/Navigation 40 20A Not used (Spare) 41 15A Accessory delay (windows, automatic dimming rear view mirror [including microphone and compass] and door switch III) 42 10A Not used (Spare) 43 10A Heated seat relay coils 44 10A Not used (Spare) 45 5A W iper relay and module, Blower relay [...]

If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter . The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 80A* Passenger compartment fuse panel 2 — Not used 3 — Not used 4 30A* Blower motor relay 5 20A* Powerpoint (body[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 14 15A** Fuel pump relay #2 (Shelby only) 15 10A** Intercooler pump relay (Shelby only) 16 20A** Heated seats 17 10A** Alternator sense 18 20A* Auxiliary body module (ABM) 19 30A* Starter relay 20 30A* Rear amplifier (Shaker 1000 radio) 21 30A* Powertrain relay 22 20A* Powerpoint (instrument pa[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 40 15A** PCM V ehicle Powe r4–i g n ition coil 41 G8V A relay Fuel pump relay 42 G8V A relay Intercooler pump relay (Shelby only) 43 G8V A relay A/C compressor relay 44 G8V A relay Fuel pump relay #2 (Shelby only) 45 5A** PCM Run/Start 46 5A** PCM V ehicle Power 3 – general powertrain compo[...]

CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily . Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Note: The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light will illuminate when the spare tire is in use. T o restore the full[...]

A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as a spare tire and/or wheel that is different in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels and can be one of three types: 1. T -type mini-spare: This spare tire begins with the letter “T” for tire size and may have “T emporary Use Only” molded in the sidewall 2. Full-size dissimilar s[...]

The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • W inter weather driving capability • W et weather driving capability • All-Wheel driving capability (if applicable) • Load leveling ad[...]

W ARNING: If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. W ARNING: Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. Note: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when[...]

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 wheel is raised off the ground. 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 di[...]

7. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 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 fastene[...]

1. Air compressor (inside) 2. Diverter knob 3. On/Off button 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 General information W ARNING: Failure to fol[...]

• Read the information in the T ips for use of the temporary mobility kit section to ensure safe operation of the temporary mobility kit and your vehicle. Tips for use of the temporary mobility kit Read the following list of tips to ensure safe operation of the temporary mobility kit: • Before operating the temporary mobility kit, make sure you[...]

• Operating the temporary mobility kit could cause an electrical disturbance in radio and DVD player operation. What to do when a tire is punctured A tire puncture within the tire’ s tread area can be repaired in two stages with the temporary mobility kit: • In the first stage, the tire will be reinflated with a sealing compound and air . Aft[...]

4. Plug the power cable into the 12V power point in the vehicle. 5. Remove the warning sticker found on the canister and place it on the top of the instrument panel or the center of the dash. 6. Start the engine (only if the vehicle is outdoors or in a well-ventilated area) . 7. T urn dial (1) counterclockwise to the sealant position. T urn on the [...]

tire pressure has to be checked with the compressor in the OFF position to get the correct tire pressure reading. W ARNING: Do not stand directly over the temporary mobility kit while inflating the tire. If you notice any unusual bulges or deformations in the tire’ s sidewall during inflation, stop and call roadside assistance. W ARNING: If the t[...]

4. Adjust the tire to the recommended inflation pressure from the tire label located on the driver’ s door or door jam area. Note: The tire pressure has to be checked with the compressor in the OFF position to get the correct tire pressure reading. 5. T urn the compressor off by pressing the on/off button. 6. Unplug the hoses, re-install the valv[...]

Removal of the sealant canister from the temporary mobility kit 1. Unwrap the clear tube from the compressor housing. 2. Locate the yellow cap at the end of the clear tube. 3. Using the yellow cap tool, press the tab located on the temporary mobility kit compressor housing while pulling up on the sealant canister . Roadside Emergencies 234 2010 05+[...]

Installation of the sealant canister to the temporary mobility kit 1. Align the sealant canister with the temporary mobility kit housing. 2. Once aligned, seat the sealant canister by lightly pushing down until you hear an audible click. 3. W rap the clear tube around the compressor housing. Note: If you experience any difficulties with the removal[...]

Be sure to check the sealant compound’ s “use by” date regularly . The “use by” date is on the lower right hand corner of the label located on the sealant canister (bottle). The sealant canister should be replaced after four years. WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km) aft[...]

RUNNING OUT OF FUEL If you have run out of fuel and need to refill the vehicle with a portable fuel container , see Running out of fuel in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for proper fuel filling method using a portable fuel container and the included fuel filler funnel. Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers or any type of [...]

3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts. 4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tig[...]

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery . 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’ s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Note: Do not attach the negative (-) cable to fuel lines, engine rocker covers, [...]

2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. 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[...]

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[...]

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 AUTO LINE program consists of two parts – mediation and arbitration. During mediation, a representative of the BBB will contact both you and Ford Motor Company to explore options for settlement of the c[...]

The CAMV AP program is a straight forward and relatively speedy alternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce a settlement have failed. This procedure is without cost to you and is designed to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legal proceedings. In the CAMV AP program, impartial third-party arbitrators conduct h[...]

If you are in another foreign country , contact the nearest authorized dealer . If the authorized dealer employees cannot help you, they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office. If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U.S. or Canada, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) and new address with[...]

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 威 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. • [...]

W AXING • W ash the vehicle first. • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft 威 Premium Liquid W ax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your authorized dealer , or an equivalent quality product. • Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof [...]

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 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 威 Detail W ash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft 威 Bug and T ar Remover (ZC-42). WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The[...]

Cleaner (ZC-23) in the U.S., or Premium Quality W indshield W asher Fluid [CXC-37-(A, B, D, or F)] in Canada, available from your authorized dealer . • The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or Motorcraft 威 Premium W indshield W asher Concentrate (ZC-32-A), available from your authorized dealer . This washer fluid cont[...]

• Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted surfaces. • Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the finish of the instrument panel, interior trim and cluster lens. W ARNING: [...]

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[...]

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located on the driver’ s side kick panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod. Maintenance and Specifications 260 2010 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guid[...]

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.0L 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 Maintenance and Specifications 261 2010 05+ Mustang ([...]

4.6L 3V V8 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 1 2 3 4 9 8 7 6 5 Maintenance and Specifications 262 2010 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Print[...]

Engine shield Some vehicles may be equipped with an aero-shield under the engine. This shield needs to be removed for service, including oil and filter changes. It is secured with four screws. 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[...]

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper blade and arm away from the glass. 2. Squeeze the locking tabs to release the blade from the arm and pull the blade away from the arm to remove it. 3. Attach the new blade to the arm and snap it into place. Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance. Poor wiper quality can be impr[...]

5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. • 4.0L V6 engine • 4.6L 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. Maintenance and Specifications 265 2010 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Gu[...]

• If the oil level is below the lower hole, add enough oil to raise the level within the lower and upper holes. • 4.0L V6 engine • 4.6L V8 engine • Oil levels above the upper hole may cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer . 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. Maintenance[...]

Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter . 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 l[...]

Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine treatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty . Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and Motorcraft 威 replacement oil filters are de[...]

Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and Motorcraft 威 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 kno[...]

W ARNING: When lifting a plastic-cased battery , excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery . Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. W ARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries conta[...]

transmission may shift firmly . This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation to its optimum shift feel. If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and the preset radio stati[...]

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. If the engine coolant has not b[...]

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. • DO NOT MIX different colors or types of coolant in your vehicle. Make sure the correct coolant is used. DO NOT MIX recycled coolant and new (unused) coolant together i[...]

Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system by following these steps: 1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool. 2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle). Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure be[...]

Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this section. Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –34°F [–36°C]): • It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50%. • NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. Increased engine coolant concentrations abo[...]

• The engine coolant temperature indicator will illuminate. • The service engine soon indicator light will illuminate. If the engine reaches a preset over -temperature condition, the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine. When this occurs the vehicle w[...]

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 soon as possible. FUEL FILTER For fuel filter replacement, see your authorized dealer . Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the[...]

swallowed can cause death or permanent injury . If fuel is swallowed, call a physician immediately , even if no symptoms are immediately apparent. The toxic effects of fuel may not be visible for hours. • A void inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation. In severe cases, excess[...]

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 island; • T urn off your engine when you are refueling; • Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle; • Keep sparks, flames and smoking mater[...]

Note: A fuel spillage concern may occur if overfilling the fuel tank. Do not overfill the tank to the point that the fuel is able to bypass the fuel filler nozzle. The overfilled fuel may run down the drain located within the fuel filler housing and to the ground. If the check fuel fill inlet light or CHECK FUEL FILL INLET message comes on, the fue[...]

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[...]

1. Locate the white plastic funnel. It is included with the tire changing tools. (For vehicles equipped with the temporary mobility kit, the funnel is located in the spare tire well in the trunk). 2. Slowly insert the funnel into the Easy Fuel™ system. 3. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portable fuel container . 4. When done, clean the funnel[...]

The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty , you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank. For consistent results when [...]

Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy . Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy . • Idling for [...]

• Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski racks) may reduce fuel economy . • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy[...]

emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability . W ARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover . The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. Illumination of the service engine [...]

3. The fuel fill inlet may not have been properly closed. See Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system in this chapter . 4. Driving through deep water—the electrical system may be wet. These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel, properly closing the fuel fill inlet or letting the electrical system d[...]

vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consisting of mixed city and highway driving may be performed: 15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway/highway followed by 20 minutes of stop-and-go driving with at least four 30-second idle periods. Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine.[...]

The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear , and will rise when the brake components are replaced. Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX lines are within the normal operating range; there is no need to add fluid. If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range, the performance of the system could be compromised; seek service 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 low[...]

• Fill level for V6 • Fill level for V8 4. Add enough fluid through the filler opening to bring the fluid up to the recommended levels. 5. Install and tighten the fill plug securely . Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter . AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintena[...]

Changing the air filter element V6 engine V8 engine 1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover . 2. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 3. W ipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing. 4. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the f[...]

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 4.0L V6 engine 4.6L V8 engine Air filter element F A-1773 F A-1897 Fuel filter FG-1083 FG-1083 Battery BXT -96R BXT -96R Oil filter FL-820-S FL-820-S Spark Plugs 1 1 For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer . Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the spa[...]

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 威 High Performance DOT 3 Motor V ehicle Brake Fluid PM-1-C / WSS-M6C62-A or WSS-M6C65-A1 Door weatherstrips — Silicone Lub[...]

Item Capacity Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number / Ford Specification Engine oil (4.0L engine) 5.0 quarts (4.7L) • Motorcraft 威 SAE 5W -30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) • Motorcraft 威 SAE 5W -30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil (US) • Motorcraft 威 SAE 5W -30 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) • Motorcraft 威 SAE 5W -30 Synt[...]

Item Capacity Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number / Ford Specification Lock cylinders — Motorcraft 威 Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL-1 / None Power steering fluid Fill to between MIN and MAX lines on reservoir Motorcraft 威 MERCON 威 VA T F XT -5-QM / MERCON 威 V Rear axle fluid 7.5 inch axle (4.0L engine) 3.25 pints (1.5L) Motor[...]

Item Capacity Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number / Ford Specification W indshield washer fluid 3.6 quarts (3.4L) Motorcraft 威 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[...]

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 For Shelby GT500 octane requirements, see the Shelby GT5[...]

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 Devices and their location 3. Make, vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number T RANSMISSIO[...]

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Lifestyle Ash cup / smoker’ s package Cargo organization and management Peace of mind Full vehicle covers Remote start V ehicle security systems Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to[...]

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Ford Extended Service Plan 306 2010 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)[...]

A Accessory delay .......................... 79 AdvanceT rac .............................. 197 AdvanceT rac Sport Mode .........202 Air cleaner filter ............... 292–294 Air conditioning ....................51, 54 manual heating and air conditioning system ................. 51 Airbag supplemental restraint system ........................ 12[...]

in rear seat .............................. 146 LA TCH ..................................... 149 recommendations ................... 143 Child safety seats - booster seats ........................................... 156 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ..............253 instrument panel .................... 255 interior ....................[...]

cleaning ................................... 253 coolant ..................................... 271 fail-safe cooling ....................... 275 idle speed control ................... 269 lubrication specifications ....... 295 refill capacities ........................ 295 service points .................. 261–262 Engine block heater ............[...]

lighting up panel and interior ............................... 62 J Jack ............................................ 222 positioning ............................... 222 storage ..................................... 222 Jump-starting your vehicle ......237 K Keyless entry system autolock ............................... 92, 94 Keys .................[...]

Power mirrors ............................. 80 Power point ................................. 76 Power steering .......................... 202 fluid, checking and adding .... 289 fluid, refill capacity ................ 295 fluid, specifications ................. 295 Power W indows ...........................76 R Radio ...............................[...]

T T emporary mobility kit ............. 227 T ilt steering wheel ...................... 73 T ire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) T ires, Wheels and Loading .... 175 T ires ........................... 160–161, 222 alignment ................................ 168 care .......................................... 164 changing .........................[...]