ABS FORD MUSTANG 2011 5.G User Guide

Multi-point inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the
systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify
potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company
recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every
scheduled maintenance interval to help ensure your vehicle keeps
running great.
Maximum oil change interval – 3.7L and 5.0L engines
❑As indicated by the instrument cluster message center (can be up to one year or 10,000 miles [16,000 km])
Maximum oil change interval – 5.4L supercharged engine
❑Refer to yourShelby GT 500supplement.
Engine coolant change interval – 3.7L and 5.0L engines
❑6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) - change engine coolant (whichever comes first)❑After initial change - change engine coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km).
Engine coolant change interval – 5.4L supercharged engine
❑Refer to yourShelby GT 500supplement.
Check every month
❑Check function of all interior and exterior lights❑Check tires for wear and correct air pressure, including spare tire
❑Check windshield washer fluid level
❑Check engine oil level
Check every six months
❑Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function❑Check parking brake for proper operation
❑Check safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation
❑Check cooling system fluid level and coolant strength
❑Check battery connections and clean if necessary
❑Check washer spray, wiper operation and clean all wiper blades (replace as necessary)
❑Check and lubricate all hinges, latches and outside locks. Inspect for correct operation
❑Check and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. Inspect for excessive wear
❑Check and clean body and door drain holes. Inspect for clogs and obstructions
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A
Accessory delay ..........................77
AdvanceTrac ..............................209
AdvanceTrac Sport Mode .........214
Air cleaner filter ...............304, 307
Air conditioning ....................48, 51
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................48
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................................139, 147
and child safety seats ............141
description ......................139, 147
disposal ....................................150
driver airbag ....................141, 148
indicator light .........................150
operation .........................141, 148
passenger airbag .............141, 148
side airbag ...............................147
AM/FM .........................................28
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................284
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................208
Anti-theft system ..............109, 113
arming the system ..................114
disarming a triggered
system .....................................114
Audio system (see Radio) .........28
Automatic transmission ............216
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................216
fluid, adding ............................302
fluid, checking ........................302
fluid, refill capacities ..............308
fluid, specification ..................308
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....37
Auxiliary power point .................74Axle
lubricant specifications ..........308
refill capacities ........................308
traction lok ..............................214
B
Battery .......................................281
acid, treating emergencies .....281
battery saver .............................56
jumping a disabled battery ....251
maintenance-free ....................281
replacement, specifications ...307
servicing ..................................281
Belt-Minder
.............................134
Blind Spot Spotter Mirror ........223
Booster seats .............................166
Brakes ........................................207
anti-lock ...................................208
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................208
fluid, checking and adding ....302
fluid, refill capacities ..............308
fluid, specifications .................308
lubricant specifications ..........308
parking ....................................208
shift interlock ..........................214
Bulbs ............................................61
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....308
Car2U
Home Automation
System .........................................81
Cargo cover .................................93
CD ................................................28
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................235
Child safety seats ......................155
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Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................301
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................268
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................59
J
Jack ............................................235
positioning ...............................235
storage .....................................235
Jump-starting your vehicle ......251
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...........................101–102
Keys .....................................94, 111
positions of the ignition .........202
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................56
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................62
daytime running light ...............58
fog lamps ...................................57
headlamps .................................56
headlamps, flash to pass ..........58
instrument panel, dimming .....59
interior lamps .....................61, 63
replacing bulbs .........................63
LATCH anchors .........................159
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........208Limited slip axle
(see Traction Loc) ....................214
Load limits .................................192
Locks ..........................................100
autolock ...........................101–102
doors ........................................100
Lubricant specifications ...........308
Lug nuts ....................................250
Lumbar support, seats .............122
M
Manual transmission .................218
fluid capacities ........................308
lubricant specifications ..........308
reverse .....................................220
Message center ...........................19
display color ..............................24
english/metric button ...............24
MyColor display ........................24
system check button ................24
warning messages .....................24
Mirrors ...................................77–78
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................77
heated ........................................51
side view mirrors (power) .......78
Motorcraft
parts ..............272, 307
MyKey ..........................................95
N
Navigation system .......................47
O
Octane rating ....................293–294
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................278
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