118 FORD MUSTANG 1996 4.G Owners Manual

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[ST11210( ALL)07/95]
If the engine idle speed does not slow down
automatically, do not allow your vehicle to idle
for more than 10 minutes. Have the vehicle
checked.
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[ST11225( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Extended idling at high engine speeds can
produce very high temperatures in the
engine and exhaust system, creating the
risk of fire or other damage.
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[ST11250( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
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.
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[ST11300( ALL)03/95]
If you consistently start your vehicle in subzero
temperatures, use an engine block heater (if
your vehicle has this option).
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[ST11400( ALL)06/95]
Engine Block Heater (If equipped)
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[ST11500( ALL)03/95]
Engine block heaters are strongly recommended
if you live in a region where temperatures reach
-10ÊF (-23ÊC) orbelow. An engine block heater
warms the engine coolant, which improves
starting, warms up the engine faster, and allows
the heater-defrost system to respond quickly.
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[ST11700( ALL)02/95]
To turn the heater on, simply plug it into a
grounded 110-volt outlet. Ford recommends that
you use a 110-volt circuit that is protected by a
ground fault circuit interrupter.
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[ST11800( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
To prevent electrical shock, do not use
your heater with ungrounded electrical
systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters.
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[LG04325(M )03/95]
q
If the safety belt is buckled before the key is
turned to the ON position, the light will
come on for 4 to 8 seconds with no chime.
[LG04600( ALL)05/92]
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[LG04610( ALL)01/95]
Air Bag Readiness Light
[LG04620( ALL)05/94]
The air bag system uses a readiness light to
indicate the condition of the system. If the
system is functioning properly, the light will
stay on for 6 seconds when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position.
[LG04630( ALL)05/94]
If there is a problem with the system, two things
may happen: the readiness light will either flash
or stay lit up, or you will hear a beeping sound.
If either of these things happen, have the air bag
system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury
dealer immediately.
[LG04640(M GV)05/95]
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[SC11800( ALL)08/95]
q
Depress the accelerator pedal. When the
vehicle attains the desired speed, press the
SET ACCEL switch and release it
immediately.
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q
TAP-UPÐ Press and then quickly release the
SET ACCEL switch. Each time you ªtapº the
switch, the set speed will increase by one (1)
mph (1.6 km/h). Multiple taps will cause the
set speed to increase in increments of one (1)
mph (1.6 km/h). For example, if the current
set speed is 55 mph (88 km/h) five (5) taps
of the SET ACCEL switch will increase the
vehicle speed and SET it at 60 mph
(96 km/h).
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[SC12800( ALL)08/95]
Resuming a Set Speed
[SC12900(M )03/95]
If you press the brake or clutch pedal, speed
control is suspended. You can return to the set
speed you set by pressing the RESUME switch,
as long as you did not press the OFF switch.
You must be driving at least 30 mph (48 km/h).
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[SC13400( ALL)05/95]
Your vehicle will gradually return to the
previously set speed and then maintain it.
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[SC13501( ALL)01/95]
To Turn Speed Control Off
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[SC13601( ALL)08/95]
Press the OFF switch.
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[SC13701( ALL)01/95]
Speed control is also turned OFF each time the
vehicle ignition is shut off.
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one third page art:0010253-BThe front seat adjustment lever
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[FV17100(MBC )08/95]
To recline the front manual seats:
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[FV17200( ALL)06/95]
1. On the side of the seat, find the handle for
the recliner.
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[FV17300( ALL)08/95]
2. Lift the handle up and hold it in place.
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[FV17400( ALL)01/95]
3. Lean against the back of the seat and adjust
it to the position you want. You can tilt the
seat back or bring it forward.
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[FV17500( ALL)08/95]
4. Release the handle to lock the seat in its new
position.
[FV17510(M )06/93]
NOTE: Seat back recline angle is restricted to
prevent interference with interior trim
panels on convertible models.
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[FV17600( ALL)08/95]
RWARNING
Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback
when the vehicle is moving.
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[FV17700( ALL)08/95]
RWARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury in a
collision, always drive and ride with your
seatback upright and the lap belt snug
and low across the hips.
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one third page art:0011189-AConvertible top switch
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Installation of the Boot
[FV40400(M )03/93]
To install the boot:
[FV40501(M )05/95]
1. Insert boot tongue into groove located on
rear seat.
[FV40601(M )05/95]
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wheels to continue to roll while you are slowing
down, which lets you steer properly.
[DR11300( ALL)03/95]
On vehicles without anti-lock brakes, extreme
braking can make the wheels lock and slide,
possibly decreasing your control of the steering.
If you lock the wheels, release the brake pedal
and repeat the ªsqueezeº technique.
[DR11310( ALL)05/95]
Braking with ABS brakes
[DR11400( ALL)03/95]
On vehicles with anti-lock brakes, the wheels
will not lock and slide when you press down
hard on the brake pedal. The anti-lock brakes
automatically start releasing and reapplying the
front brakes independently and the rear brakes
together whenever your wheels start to lock. Do
not ªpumpº the brake pedal on vehicles
equipped with anti-lock brakes. When this
happens, you will feel the brake pedal pulse.
This ªpulseº may be an unfamiliar feeling but it
is normal and indicates the ABS is working as
designed.
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[DR11650( ALL)05/95]
Do not drive with your foot resting on the brake
pedal; you will wear out the linings and increase
your vehicle's stopping distance. Brake rotor
damage may also eventually occur.
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[DR11700( ALL)09/95]
NOTE: If you are driving down a long or
steep hill, shift to a lower gear and do
not apply your brakes continuously. If
you apply your brakes continuously,
they may overheat and become less
effective.
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[DR11800( ALL)10/95]
Occasional brake squeal during light to moderate
stops does not affect the function of the brake
system and is normal. However, if the squeal
becomes louder or more frequent, have your
brakes inspected by your dealer or a qualified
service technician.
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[RE08980( ALL)01/95]
6. Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug
nuts in the order shown in the following
illustration. As soon as possible, have your
dealer or a qualified service technician check
the lug nuts for proper torque specifications.
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The lug nuts on the wheel
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[RE09400( ALL)01/95]
7. Place any wheel covers and ornaments in the
trunk.
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[RE09500( ALL)03/95]
8. Put the tire, jack, and wrench away. Make
sure the jack is securely fastened so it does
not rattle when you drive.
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[RE09600( ALL)06/95]
9. Unblock the wheels.
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Aluminum Road Wheel Ornaments
(If equipped)
[RE10700(MBC )03/93]
To remove the ornament, stick the tapered end
of the jack handle between the ornament and
wheel and pry off the ornament.
[RE10800(MBC )03/93]
To replace the ornament, stick one side of the
ornament into the center of the wheel and strike
the other side with the palm of your hand.
[RE11838(M GV)03/93]
Remove the wheelcover from the wheel using
the flanged end of the wheel nut wrench by
inserting the handle and then prying against the
inner wheelcover flange.
[RE11842(M GV)10/95]
Install the wheelcover on the wheel with the
valve stem in the wheel matching the hole in the
wheelcover. Push by hand on the outside edges
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[SV10227( ALL)08/95]
Gasoline and gasoline blends may contain small
amounts of carcinogens, such as benzene.
Long-term exposure to unleaded gasoline vapors
has caused cancer in laboratory animals.
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[SV10230( ALL)08/95]
If you are taking the medication ªAntabuseº or
other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of
alcoholism, vapor or skin contact with a
gasoline-methanol blend may cause the same
kind of adverse reaction as drinking an alcoholic
beverage. In sensitive individuals, serious
personal injury or sickness could result. Consult
a physician promptly if you experience an
adverse reaction.
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[SV11300( ALL)05/95]
Running Out of Fuel
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[SV11350( ALL)09/95]
NOTE: Avoid running out of fuel because this
situation may have an adverse effect on
modern powertrain components.
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[SV11500( ALL)07/95]
You may need to crank the engine several times
before the fuel system starts to pump fuel from
the tank to the engine.
[SV11600( ALL)05/95]Calculating Fuel Economy
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[SV11700( ALL)05/95]
Fuel economy is an estimate of the efficiency of
your vehicle, and can be calculated as Miles Per
Gallon (MPG) or Liters Per 100 Kilometers
(L/100K).
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[SV11750( ALL)05/95]
Do not calculate fuel economy during your
vehicle's break-in period. This would not be an
accurate estimate of how much fuel your vehicle
will normally use.
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[SV11800( ALL)05/95]
To calculate fuel economy:
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[SV11900( ALL)05/95]
1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the
initial odometer reading.
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[SV12000( ALL)05/95]
2. Every time you buy fuel, record the
amount (in gallons or liters) purchased.
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