wheel size FORD MUSTANG 1996 4.G Owners Manual

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[DR09740( ALL)03/93]
Extended use of other than matching size tires
on a Traction-Lok rear axle could result in a
permanent reduction in effectiveness. This loss of
effectiveness does not affect normal driving and
should not be noticeable to the driver.
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[DR09750( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
To avoid injury, never run the engine
with one wheel off the ground, such as
when changing a tire.
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[DR09800( ALL)01/95]
Steering Your Vehicle
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[DR09900( ALL)01/95]
Your vehicle comes with power steering. Power
steering uses energy from the engine to help
steer your vehicle.
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[DR09950( ALL)04/95]
If the amount of effort needed to steer your
vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed, have
the power steering system checked. If the power
steering system breaks down (or if the engine is
turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually
but it takes more effort.
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[DR10000( ALL)01/95]
Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme
right or left for more than five seconds if the
engine is running. This can damage the power
steering pump.
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[DR10500( ALL)03/95]
Brakes
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[DR10600( ALL)01/95]
Applying the Brakes
[DR10650( ALL)06/95]
Braking non ABS models
[DR10700(M )10/95]
All models have power 4-wheel disc brakes
(anti-lock on all four wheels is optional/standard
on Cobra models). They adjust automatically as
the brake pads or linings wear down.
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[DR11100( ALL)05/95]
Apply the brake pedal gradually. Use the
ªsqueezeº technique Ð push on the brake pedal
with a steadily increasing force. This allows the
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268represent higher levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law. Warning: The temperature
grade for this tire is established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure.
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[SV28700( ALL)04/95]
Snow Tires and Chains
[SV28801(M )08/93]
The 15 in. and 16 in. tires on your vehicle have
all-weather treads that provide traction in rain
or snow. However, during the winter months in
some climates, you may need to use snow tires
and occasionally chains for your tires.
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[SV28900( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Snow tires must be the same size and
grade as the tires you currently have on
your vehicle.
[SV28910(M )05/95]
For your Mustang GT models equipped with 17
in. tires, to achieve the best traction during snow
and ice conditions, purchase 245/45ZR17 mud
and snow tires.
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[SV29000( ALL)02/95]
Use chains on the tires only in an emergency or
if the law requires them where you live. If you
choose to use chains on your vehicle's tires, be
aware of the following:
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[SV29100( ALL)01/95]
q
Make sure the chains are the right size for
your tires. Use only SAE Class ªSº chains.
Other types may damage your vehicle.
[SV29110(M )05/95]
q
Use only Cable Type chains if your vehicle is
equipped with the P225/55ZR16 or
245/45ZR17 tires. Use of SAE Class ªSº
chains or other types may damage your
vehicle.
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Update:Thu Mar 28 14:48:54 1996