Ford 2010 Mustang v.1 Manuale Utente

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 12Warning lights and chimes 12Gauges 17Message center 20Entertainment Systems 32AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 32Auxiliary

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Airbag - FrontAirbag

The remote entry system allows you to open the trunk while the ignitionis in any position. However, if the ignition is in the on position and thevehic

5. Snap the battery cover back onto the key.Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the IKT to becomedeprogrammed from your vehicle. The IKT s

The lamps will automatically turn off:• if the ignition switch is turned to the on position,• the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter lock control is press

The lights will turn off if all the doors remain closed and• 25 seconds elapse, or• the key is inserted in the ignition.Battery saverThe battery saver

Anti-theft indicatorThe anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster.• When the ignition is in the offposition, the indicator will flasho

keyless entry transmitter. A maximum of eight coded keys can beprogrammed to your vehicle; only four of these eight keys can be IKTswith remote entry

4. After three seconds but within 10 seconds of turning the ignition tothe 1 (off) position, insert the second previously coded key into theignition.5

• Change in vehicle inclinationNote: The active anti-theft system includes a motion detection systemwhich monitors the passenger cabin and a vehicle i

There is a 20 second countdown when any of the above actions occurbefore the vehicle becomes armed.Each door, the hood or the trunk is armed individua

SEATINGWARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant toslide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personalinjuries in the event o

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleasePanic Alarm Engine Oi

To adjust the head restraint, do the following:1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position.2. Raise the head restraint bypulling up o

To remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following:1. Pull up the head restraint until itreaches the highest adjustmentposition.2. Simultaneous

WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of acrash, head restraints must be installed properly.Adjusting the front manual seat (if eq

Four-way seat adjust (driver side only)Pump the handle upwards to raisethe cushion and pump downward tolower the cushion to the desiredlocation.Using

WARNING: Sitting improperly out of position or with the seatback reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushionand affect the decision of

Move the switch in the direction ofthe arrows to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion.Press the switch in the direction ofthe arrows to

To operate the heated seats:• Push control to activate.• Push again to deactivate.Rear seat entry/exitUse the seatback release to fold theback of the

To lower the seatback(s) frominside the vehicle, pull the strap torelease seatback and then foldseatback down.When raising the seatback(s), make sure

• Restraints Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors.• Restraint system warning light and back-up tone.• The electrical wiring for the air

Front passenger sensing systemFor airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and thisforce can pose a potentially deadly risk to occu

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESBase instrument cluster (V6 shown; V8 similar)Optional instrument cluster (V6 shown; V8 similar)Warning lights and gauges can

Front safety belt pretensionersThe safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions aredesigned to tighten the safety belts firmly ag

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sitin a rear seating position where they can be properly restrained.WARNING: Never let a pas

WARNING: Front and rear seat occupants, including pregnantwomen, should wear safety belts for optimum protection in anaccident.Combination lap and sho

2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle.WARNING: The center of the rear seat is NOT designed as aseating position

WARNING: Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assemblycould increase the risk of injury in collisions.The front and rear safety restraints in the

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out.• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a cl

Safety belt pretensionerYour vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver andfront outboard passenger seating positions.The safety

Conditions of operationIf... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the onposition...The safety belt war

If... Then...The driver’s and frontpassenger’s safety belts arebuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the onposition or less than1-2 minutes h

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts(All statistics based on U.S. data):Reasons given... Consider...“Crashes are ra

Service engine soon: The serviceengine soon indicator lightilluminates when the ignition is firstturned to the on position to checkthe bulb and to ind

Reasons given... Consider...“I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbags arenot designed to inflate

• The gearshift is in N (Neutral) (manual transmission)• The ignition switch is in the off position• The driver and front passenger safety belts are u

AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)Important SRS precautionsThe SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and right

WARNING: Never place your arm over the airbag module as adeploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or otherinjuries.To properly position yo

Children and airbagsChildren must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rear

The airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt

WARNING: Several air bag system components get hot afterinflation. Do not touch them after inflation.WARNING: If the air bag has deployed, the air bag

The front passenger sensing systemuses a ⬙passenger airbag off⬙ or⬙pass airbag off⬙ indicator which willilluminate and stay lit to remind youthat the

OccupantPass Airbag OffIndicator LampPassenger AirbagEmpty seat Unlit DisabledSmall child in childsafety seat or boosterLit DisabledSmall child with s

ObjectsPass Airbag OffIndicator LampPassenger AirbagSmall (i.e. three-ringbinder, small purse,bottled water)Unlit DisabledMedium (i.e. heavybriefcase,

time, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Illuminationafter releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level. Contactyour a

In case there is a problem with thefront passenger sensing system, theairbag readiness lamp in theinstrument cluster will stay lit.If the airbag readi

WARNING: Do not use accessory seat covers. The use ofaccessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the sideairbags and increase the risk of inju

The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of thefront seats. In certain lateral collisions, the airbag on the side affected by

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:• The readiness light will eitherflash or stay lit.• The readiness light wil

WARNING: All children are shaped differently. TheRecommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probablechild height, age and weight thresholds fr

• You are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants andtoddlers in the U.S. and Canada.• Many states and provinces require that small c

WARNING: Air bags 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 forw

WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or petsunattended in your vehicle.Transporting childrenAlways make sure your child is secured prope

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDRENInfant and/or toddler seatsUse a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild.When installing a child

When installing a child safety seat with combination lap/shoulder belts:• Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position.• Insert the be

Engine oil pressure (ifequipped): Illuminates when the oilpressure falls below the normalrange, refer to Engine oil in theMaintenance and Specificatio

2. Pull down on the shoulder beltand then grasp the shoulder beltand lap belt together.3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, ro

5. To put the retractor in theautomatic locking mode, grasp theshoulder portion of the belt and pulldownward until all of the belt ispulled out.6. All

10. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly move the seat forwardand back to make sure the seat issecurely held in place. To checkthis, grab the

Your vehicle has LATCH lower anchors for child seat installation at theseating positions marked with the child seat symbol.The LATCH anchors are locat

If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, and haveattached the top tether strap to the proper top tether anchor, do nottighten the tet

The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view):Attach the tether strap only to theappropriate tether anc

3. Open the tether anchor cover.4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown.If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safety seat maynot

The tether anchors on theconvertible are located rearward ofthe seatback in the convertible topsling.Note: For easier access, attach thetether with th

2. Access tether anchors locatedbehind the seatback under the vinyltag marked with the child tetheranchor symbol.3. Clip the tether strap to theanchor

Child booster seatsThe belt-positioning booster (booster seat) is used to improve the fit ofthe vehicle safety belt. Children outgrow a typical child

O/D OFF (automatictransmission): Illuminates whenthe overdrive function of thetransmission has been turned off;refer to the Driving chapter. If the li

When children should use booster seatsChildren need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow thetoddler seat until they are big enough for the

Types of booster seatsThere are generally two types of belt-positioning booster seats: backlessand high back. Always use booster seats in conjunction

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, a

The importance of shoulder beltsUsing a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child’shead hitting a hard surface in a collision. For

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADINGTire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereappli

WARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not includeacceleration, cornering, hydro

Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increasethe tire’s load carrying capability.• kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pr

WARNING: Under-inflation is the most common cause of tirefailures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separationor ⬙blowout⬙, with unexpecte

Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), checkand record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressurewhen yo

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them

Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parkinglamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and thedriver’s doo

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the s

WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, youshould not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on thesidewall of the tire to set the beads w

WARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., donot rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire andcause an explosion.

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive(4WD)/All Wheel Drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram)Sometimes irregular tire wear can b

Information on “P” type tiresP215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (

Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is notrequired by federal law.Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h)M 81 mph (130 km/

12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades• Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on thewear rate of the tire when tested u

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires“LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires;

Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe inflation pre

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.• V6 instrument cluster• V8 instrument clusterEngine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coola

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including inter

To restore the full functionality of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System,have the damaged road wheel/tire repaired and remounted on yourvehicle. For a

Low TirePressureWarningLightPossiblecauseCustomer Action RequiredFlashingWarningLightSpare tirein useYour temporary spare tire is in use. Repairthe da

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINSWARNING: Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibilityof loss of vehicle control. Driving at very high speeds forextend

Summer tiresYour Ford vehicle may be equipped with summer tires to providesuperior performance on wet and dry roads. Summer tires do not havethe Mud a

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that thevehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Lab

Example only:Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowableweight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). Thesenumbers are shown on the S

WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Labelvehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehiclehandling or performance, e

WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation couldresult in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury.Steps for determining the

Trip odometer: Registers the distance of individual journeys.• Base instrument cluster:Press the reset button to select TripA and Trip B. Press and ho

to transport the cement to your home? If you and your friend eachweigh 220 lb. (99 kg), the calculation would be: 1,400 - (2 x 220) -(12 x 100) = 1,40

HitchesDo not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. Use a loadcarrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that10–15% of

Driving while you towWhen towing a trailer:• Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, stee

RECREATIONAL TOWINGFollow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational (RV) towing.An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehi

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. Off — locks the automatictransmission gearshift lever andallows key removal.Note: The ignition key cannot beremove

WARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or inother enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always openthe garage door before you sta

• Make sure the parking brake isset.If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission:• Make sure the parking brake isset.• Push the clutch pedal to th

Starting the engine1. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start). If thereis difficulty in turning the key,rotate the steering wheel u

WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructionscould result in property damage or physical injury.WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrica

• Finally, have the engine block heater system checked during your falltune-up to be sure it’s in good working order.How to use the engine block heate

Seating and Safety Restraints 109Seating 109Safety restraints 117Airbags 132Child restraints 143Tires, Wheels and Loading 164Tire information 164Tire

Engine oil pressure gauge (ifequipped): Indicates engine oilpressure. The needle should stay inthe normal operating range(between “L” and “H”). If the

ABS warning lampThe ABS lamp in the instrumentcluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned on. Ifthe light does not illuminate duringsta

WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make surethat the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatictransmission) or in 1 (First) (m

WARNING: If a failure has been detected within theAdvanceTrac威 system, the ⬙sliding car⬙ icon and the “slidingcar off” iconwill illuminate steadily. I

When an event occurs that activates AdvanceTrac威 you may experiencethe following:• A slight deceleration of the vehicle• The “sliding car”indicator li

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)Electronic Stability Control (ESC) may enhance your vehicle’s directionalstability during adverse maneuvers, for exa

When features of the AdvanceTrac威system are off, the “sliding car off”iconwill illuminate steadily.Pressing the AdvanceTrac威⬙Off⬙control switch again

AdvanceTrac威 FeaturesControlswitchfunctionsMode“Slidingcar off”iconMessageCenter Dis-play (ifequipped)ESCTrac-tionCon-trolControlswitchpressed andheld

• Some noise is normal during operation. If the noise is excessive, checkfor a low power steering fluid level before seeking service by yourauthorized

If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition inthe on position and the brake pedal depressed:1. Apply the parking brake.2. Usi

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)Understanding the gearshift positions of the 5–speed automatictransmissionThis vehicle is equipped with

Autolamp dealy (if equipped)This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after theignition is switched off.1. To disable/enable the a

WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make surethe gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to theLOCK position and remove the ke

3 (Third)This position allows for third gear only.• Provides engine braking.• To return to D (Drive) without Overdrive, move the transmission shiftlev

MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)Using the clutchManual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that preventscranking the engine unle

Recommended shift speedsDo not downshift into 1 (First) when your vehicle is movingfaster than 15 mph (24 km/h). This will damage the clutch.Upshift a

REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)The rearview camera system,located on the trunk, provides avideo image which appears in therearview mirror or on t

The camera lens for the camera system is located on the trunk. Keep thelens clean so that the video image remains clear and undistorted. Cleanthe lens

DRIVING THROUGH WATERIf driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth isnot known. Never drive th

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEGetting roadside assistanceTo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside

• towing of your disabled vehicle• emergency travel expense reimbursement• travel planning benefitsIn Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance co

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCHFUELRESETThis device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial jolt

Selectable featuresResetPress this control to select and resetfunctions shown in the INFO menuand SETUP menu.Setup menuPress this control for the foll

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey — — —3A Violet V

The fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits1 30A Driver rear window (convertible only)2 15A Brake On/Off (BOO) p

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits11 10A Security module12 7.5A Power mirrors13 5A Not used (Spare)14 10A Center information display,

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits38 20A Not used (Spare)39 20A Radio/Navigation40 20A Not used (Spare)41 15A Accessory delay (windows

The high-current fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits1 80A* Passenger compartment fuse panel2 — Not used3 — N

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits18 20A* Auxiliary Body Module (ABM)19 30A* Starter relay20 30A* Rear amplifier (Shaker 1000 radio)21

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits46 5A** PCM Vehicle Power 3 – generalpowertrain components47 15A** PCM Vehicle Power 148 15A** PCM V

tire with a road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing ofthe flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor fordamage

• Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar sparetire• Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time• Use commercial car washi

Stopping and securing the vehicle1. Park on a level surface, set theparking brake and activate thehazard flashers.2. Place the gearshift lever in P(Pa

3. ALL DOORS CLOSED4. DRIVER DOOR5. PASSENGER DOOR6. TRUNK7. SECURITY SYSTEM (if equipped)8. BRAKE SYSTEM9. TRAC CONTROL (if equipped)10. FUEL LEVELOi

1. Block both the front and rear ofthe wheel diagonally opposite theflat tire. For example, if the leftfront tire is flat, block the right rearwheel.2

4. Put the jack in the jack notchnext to the tire you are changing.Turn the jack handle clockwise untilthe wheel is completely off theground.Never use

8. Remove the jack and fully tightenthe lug nuts in the order shown.Refer to Wheel lug nut torquespecifications later in this chapterfor the proper lu

1. Air compressor (inside)2. Diverter knob3. On/Off switch4. Air pressure gauge5. Sealant bottle/canister6. Sealant filling clear tube7. Sealant tube

General informationWARNING: Failure to follow these guidelines could result in anincreased risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death.Do not att

• Never leave the temporary mobility kit unattended when it isoperating.• Sealant compound contains latex. Make sure that you use thenon-latex gloves

Do not remove any foreign object that has pierced the tire. If a punctureis located in the tire sidewall, stop and call roadside assistance.1. Remove

8. Inflate the tire to the pressurelisted on the tire label located onthe driver’s door or the door jamarea.Note: When the sealing compound is first a

Second stage: Checking tire pressureCheck the air pressure of your tires as follows:1. Remove the valve cap from the tire valve.2. Unhook the black ho

Note: After the sealing compound has been used, the maximum vehiclespeed is 50 mph (80 km/h) and the maximum driving distance is120 miles (200 km). Th

Halo lightTurns the halo lighting around the gauges on or off.1. To turn the halo lighting on oroff, select this function from theSETUP MENU.2. Press

3. Using the yellow cap tool, pressthe tab located on the temporarymobility kit compressor housingwhile pulling up on the sealantcanister.Installation

2. Once aligned, seat the sealantcanister by lightly pushing downuntil you hear an audible click.3. Wrap the clear tube around thecompressor housing.N

Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque*lb.ft. N•m1⁄2x 20 100 135* Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt andrust. Use only Ford recom

WARNING: Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containersor aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel™ system. This coulddamage the fuel system and i

Connecting the jumper cables1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery.Note: In the illustrations,

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery.4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an ex

Jump starting1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed.2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.3.

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

Emergency towingIn case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without accessto wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport veh

To choose colors for the gauges, halo color or ambient lighting do thefollowing:1. Press SETUP to reach the GAUGE COLOR, AMBIENT COLOR, orHALO COLOR m

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDWarranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized

In Canada:Mailing Address (Ford vehicles)Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4Teleph

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBBAUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss WarrantyAct, or to the ext

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM(U.S. ONLY)Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer.If a warranty con

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY)For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to fee

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living inCentral America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearestauthorized

Obtaining a French owner’s guideFrench Owner’s Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer orby writing to:Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limite

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is

• After polishing chrome bumpers, apply a coating of MotorcraftPremium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), available from your authorized dealer,or an equivalent qu

ENGINEEngines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:• Take care when

Units (English/Metric)1. Select this function from theSETUP menu for the current unitsto be displayed.2. Press RESET to change fromEnglish to Metric.A

4.6L 3V SOHC V8 ENGINEPLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTSUse only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your aut

• The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol orMotorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32-A),available from your au

• Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage thefinish of the instrument panel, interior trim and cluster lens.WARNING: Do not use che

WARNING: Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on thevehicle’s safety belts, as these actions may weaken the beltwebbing.WARNING: On vehicles eq

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenanceinformation which makes tracking routine service easy.If your

Working with the engine on• Automatic transmission:1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).2. Block the wheels.• Manual transmission:1. Set the

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT4.0L SOHC V6 engine1. Battery2. Engine oil filler cap3. Engine oil dipstick4. Brake fluid reservoir5.

4.6L 3V SOHC V8 engine1. Battery2. Engine oil filler cap3. Engine oil dipstick4. Brake fluid reservoir5. Air filter assembly6. Power steering fluid re

Engine shieldSome vehicles may be equippedwith an aero-shield under theengine. This shield needs to beremoved for service, including oiland filter cha

Language1. Select this function from theSETUP menu for the currentlanguage to be displayed.2. Waiting four seconds or pressingthe RESET control cycles

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES1. Pull the wiper blade and armaway from the glass.2. Squeeze the locking tabs torelease the blade from the arm andpull the b

5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick.• 4.0L V6 engine• 4.6L 3V V8 engine6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully,

• If the oil level is below the lower hole, add enough oil to raise thelevel within the lower and upper holes.• 4.0L V6 engine• 4.6L 3V SOHC V8 engine

Adding engine oil1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engineoil in this chapter.2. If the engine oil level is not within t

Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other enginetreatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage thatis not cove

Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed inthe scheduled maintenance information.Ford production and Motorcraft replacement

WARNING: When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessivepressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through thevent caps, resulting in personal

transmission may shift firmly. This operation is considered normal andwill not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time theadaptiv

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the“CO

WARNING: Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washerfluid container. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolantcould make it difficult to see

Distance to empty (DTE)Selecting this function from theINFO menu estimates approximatelyhow far you can drive with the fuelremaining in your tank unde

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure theengine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap.The cooling system is un

Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriatemanner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recyclingand disposing of aut

What you should know about fail-safe cooling(4.6L V8 engine only)If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle tobe driven

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while theengine is running or hot.5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer.

Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel:• Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforerefueling your vehicle.• Al

RefuelingWARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can causesevere injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others:• Read and follow all

Note: A fuel spillage concern may occur if overfilling the fuel tank. Donot overfill the tank to the point that the fuel is able to bypass the fuelfil

Note: Use of any fuel other than those recommended may causepowertrain damage, a loss of vehicle performance, and repairs may notbe covered under warr

Cleaner airFord endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines toimprove air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the rightf

1. Locate the white plastic funnel. Itis included with the tire changingtools. (For vehicles equipped withthe temporary mobility kit, thefunnel is loc

Instantaneous fuel economy (IFE)Select this function from the INFOmenu to display your instantaneousfuel economy. This will display yourfuel economy a

vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not beable to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of thefuel tank due to the emp

Habits• Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel.• Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fueleconomy.• Idlin

• Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bugdeflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski racks) may reducefuel economy.• Usin

WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grassor other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up theengine compartment and exhaus

4. Driving through deep water—the electrical system may be wet.These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tankwith good quality

The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control systemduring normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If thevehicle is not

BRAKE/CLUTCH FLUIDBrake and clutch systems are supplied from the same reservoir.The fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise when

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: The

• Fill level for V6• Fill level for V84. Add enough fluid through the filler opening to bring the fluid up tothe recommended levels.5. Install and tig

Changing the air filter elementV6V81. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover.2. Remove the air filter element from the air filter

Maintenance and Specifications 265Engine compartment 267Engine oil 270Battery 275Engine coolant 277Fuel information 283Air filter(s) 298Part numbers 3

Warning messages that have been reset are divided into three categories:• They will not disappear until a condition is changed.• They will reappear on

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 4.0L V6 engine 4.6L V8 engineAir filter element FA-1773 FA-1897Fuel filter FG-1083 FG-1083Battery BXT-96R BXT-96ROil

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIESItem CapacityFord part name orequivalentFord part number /Ford SpecificationBrake fluid and (clutchfl

Item CapacityFord part name orequivalentFord part number /Ford SpecificationEngine oil(4.0L engine)5.0 quarts (4.7L)•Motorcraft SAE 5W-30Premium Synth

Item CapacityFord part name orequivalentFord part number /Ford SpecificationLock cylinders —Motorcraft Penetratingand Lock LubricantXL-1 /NonePower st

Item CapacityFord part name orequivalentFord part number /Ford SpecificationWindshield washer fluid 3.6 quarts (3.4L)Motorcraft PremiumWindshield Wash

ENGINE DATAEngine 4.0L V6 engine 4.6L V8 engineCubic inches 245 281Required fuel 87 octane 87 octaneFiring order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8Ignition s

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLESafety Compliance Certification LabelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Safety Compli

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation:1. World manufacturer identifier2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of

LifestyleAsh cup / smoker’s packageCargo organization and managementPeace of mindFull vehicle coversRemote startVehicle security systemsWheel locksFor

Warnings that return after the ignition key is turned from off toon:CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM — Displayed when the braking system is notoperating properly. I

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANSMore than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discoveredthe powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the on

Plus, exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance, including:• Towing, flat-tire change and battery jump starts.• Out-of-fuel and lock-out assistance.• Travel

2010 05+ Mustang (197)Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)Ford Extended Service Plan312

AAccessory delay ...79AdvanceTrac ...201AdvanceTrac Sport Mode ...201Air cleaner filter ...

recommendations ...145Child safety seats - boosterseats ...160Cleaning your vehicleengine comp

fail-safe cooling ...282idle speed control ...275lubrication specifications ...301refill capacities ...

lighting up panel andinterior ...61JJack ...226positioning ...

Power point ...76Power steering ...206fluid, checking and adding ...295fluid, refill capacity ..

TTemporary mobility kit ...232Tilt steering wheel ...73Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem (TPMS)Tires, Wheels and Loading ...

AUDIO SYSTEMSAM/FM CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound systemWARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury

Setting the clockTo set the time, press CLOCK. Thedisplay will read SET TIME. Use thememory preset numbers (0–9) toenter in the desired time–hours and

Saving presets automatically: Autoset allows you to set the strongestlocal radio stations without losing your original manually set presetstations for

LOAD:For a single CD system– Thiscontrol is not operational. To load aCD, simply insert the disc, label side up, into the CD slot.For a CD6 system– Pr

SCAN: Press for a brief sampling ofall tracks on the current disc orMP3 folder.DIRECT:In CD mode– Press DIRECT. Thedisplay will read DIRECT TRACKMODE

TUNE: Turn to go to the next /previous available SIRIUS satellitestation.DIRECT: Press DIRECT then enterthe desired channel (i.e. 002) usingthe memory

CAT (Category) / FOLD(Folder): Press to toggle betweenturning the most recently selectedsatellite radio category on or off. The category icon (CAT) wi

OK. The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OKagain and the display will read SONG DELETED. If you do not wantto delete the curren

CONGRATULATIONSCongratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to getwell acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The

PIN number to its initial password setting (1234). PIN RESET TODEFAULT PIN will be displayed.e. RETURN: Press OK when RETURN is displayed and the syst

Extra FeaturesAUX: Press repeatedly to cyclethrough LINE (auxiliary audiomode) and SYNC (if equipped).For auxiliary jack location and further informat

Your vehicle is equipped with anAuxiliary Input Jack (AIJ) located inthe center console. The AuxiliaryInput Jack provides a way toconnect your portabl

7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches thelevel of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between theAUX and FM

Your vehicle may be equipped with aUSB port inside your center console.This feature allows you to plug inmedia playing devices, memorysticks, and also

CD/CD player careDo:• Handle discs by their edges only.(Never touch the playingsurface).• Inspect discs before playing.• Clean only with an approved C

CDs with homemade paper(adhesive) labels should not beinserted into the CD player asthe label may peel and cause theCD to become jammed. It isrecommen

Sample MP3 structureIf you are burning your own MP3discs, it is important to understandhow the system will read thestructures you create. While variou

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms caninterfere w

Radio Display Condition Action RequiredACQUIRING Radio requires morethan two seconds toproduce audio forthe selectedchannel.No action required. Thisme

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answ

Radio Display Condition Action RequiredNO TEXT Categoryinformation notavailable.Category information notavailable at this time onthis channel. The sys

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,refer to Message center in the

5. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation inthe vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed tocool down t

During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary forextended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C inthe MAX A/C mo

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL(NAVIGATION BASED – IF EQUIPPED)Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,refer to Messa

5. Passenger heated seat (if equipped): Press to control thepassenger heated seat. Refer to Heated seats in the Seating and SafetyRestraints chapter f

TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONSTemperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.Temper

Operating tips• To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather,select(defrost).• To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTERREnsure that the ignition is on. Press the control to clear the rear windowof thin ice and fog. The LED will illuminate.The rear

HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parking lamps,instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the low beam headlampso

PERCHLORATE MATERIALCertain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules, seat beltpretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlora

4. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position. The headlampswill turn on.5. Wait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want (up to

Flash to passPull toward you, to the first detent,to activate and release to deactivate.Note: Vehicles equipped with HIDheadlamps will hear an audible

Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery isinstalled, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmerswitch fro

6. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp:• Halogen headlamp (1)• HID headlamp (2)7. Then usea7mmAllenwrench or a Phillips screwdriver to adjus

INTERIOR LAMPSMap lampsPress the controls on either side ofthe lamp to turn the light on.BULB REPLACEMENTLamp assembly condensationExterior lamps are

Using the right bulbsReplacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbsmust be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America an

Replacing headlamp bulbsTo remove the headlamp bulb:1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the hood.2. Disconnect the electric

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open thehood.Halogen headlampHID headlamp2.

Replacing front sidemarker bulb1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position.2. Remove the hex head screwsattaching the underbody forwardae

3. Unbolt the three tail lampattachment nuts and remove thelamp assembly.4. Rotate the LED assemblycounterclockwise and remove itfrom the lamp assembl

Special instructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols.WARNING: Please read the section Airbag Supple

Replacing rear sidemarker lamp bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the off position and locate thesidemarker on the rear bumperfascia.2. Instal

Replacing fog lamp bulbs (V6) (if equipped)1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open thehood.2. Remove the hex head screwsatta

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)To adjust the steering wheel:1. Push the lever down to unlockthe steering column. While the leveris in the down posit

Compass zone adjustment1. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in for your geographiclocation by referring to the zonemap.2. Turn ignition to the on p

2. To calibrate, press and hold the 7and 9 radio preset buttons togetherfor approximately 10 seconds untilCAL appears. Release the buttons.3. Slowly d

WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objectscan injure you in a collision.AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)Power outlets are designed for ac

POWER WINDOWSWARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle anddo not let children play with the power windows. They mayseriously injure the

Restoring the Express up functionality (Front windows only)Under low battery power conditions, Express Up only functionality maybe lost. To reset this

Rear power windows (convertible only)The rear quarter windows are operated by a single window switchlocated at the driver door window controls. Press

Event Data RecordingOther modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable ofcollecting and storing data during a crash or near crash even

Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped)Your vehicle may be equipped with an interior rear view mirror that hasan auto-dimming functi

WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or onroads that are winding, slippery or unpaved.Setting speed controlThe controls for using yo

• If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, youmay want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed.• If the vehicle speed decreas

operate the Tap-Up function. Press and release this control to increasethe vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h).• Use the accelerato

Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speedcontrol set speed memory is erased.STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)With navi

• Press OK to confirm selections various audio and SYNC selections.For further information on the SYNC system, refer to the SYNCsupplement.• Pressto c

4. Push the convertible top switchon the overhead console and holduntil the windows are completelydown and the top is completelystored.Installation of

4. Tuck the boot corners behind the shoulder belts.5. Secure the boot straps on the rear seat hooks behind the rear seat.Note: Improper installation c

3. Fold the right side inward and secure the boot with the strap.Stow the boot in the trunk.Raising the convertible topThe convertible top will not op

The latch handles must be pulled downwards fully to allow thelatch to fully rotate into the closed position.5. Secure the driver’s side latch firstthe

Cell phone useThe use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,dri

Interior trunk control lockout (convertible vehicles only)This feature helps prevent unauthorized access to the trunk when theconvertible top is open,

KEYSYour vehicle is equipped with twoIntegrated Keyhead Transmitters(IKTs). The IKT functions as both aprogrammed ignition key thatoperates all the lo

Recommended handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter(IKT)To avoid inadvertently activating the remote entry functions of yourvehicle, it is reco

Press the control to unlock alldoors.Press thecontrol to lock alldoors.Locking and unlocking with keysYour vehicle’s keys are designed to lock and unl

The autolock feature repeats when:• any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the on positionand the vehicle speed is 9 mph (15 km/h) or

8. Turn the ignition to the off position. The horn will chirp once toconfirm the procedure is complete.Autounlock (if equipped)The autounlock feature

6. To enable/disable the autounlock feature, press the lock control, thenpress the unlock control. The horn will chirp once if autounlock wasdeactivat

WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or animalsunattended in the vehicle. On hot days, the temperature in thetrunk or vehicle interior c

The IKT allows you to:• remotely unlock the vehicledoors.• remotely lock all the vehicledoors.• remotely open the trunk.• activate the personal alarm.

two stage unlock allows all vehicle doors to unlock simultaneously). Theturn lamps will flash twice to indicate that two-stage unlock was enabledor di