automatic transmission FORD MUSTANG 1997 4.G User Guide

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[MC01900( ALL)01/96]
q
Do not work on a vehicle in an enclosed
space with the engine running, unless you are
sure you have enough ventilation.
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[MC02000( ALL)01/96]
q
Never get under a vehicle while it is
supported only by a jack. If you must work
under a vehicle, use safety stands.
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[MC02100( ALL)01/96]
q
Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking
materials away from the battery and all
fuel-related parts.
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[MC02200(MBC )01/96]
If you disconnect the battery, the engine must
ªrelearnº its idle conditions before your vehicle
will drive properly. To find out how the engine
does this, seeBatteryin this chapter.
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[MC02300( ALL)01/96]
Working with the engine off:
[MC02400(M )12/95]
1. Set the parking brake fully, block the wheels,
and make sure that the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission)
or 1 (First) (manual transmission).
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[MC02600( ALL)01/96]
2. Remove the key from the ignition after you
turn the engine off.
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[MC02700( ALL)01/96]
3. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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[MC02800( ALL)01/96]
Working with the engine on:
[MC02900(M )12/95]
1. Set the parking brake fully, and make sure
that the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park) (automatic transmission) or Neutral
(manual transmission).
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[MC03100( ALL)01/96]
2. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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[MC03200( ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it
while the engine is running.
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[MC06500( ALL)01/96]
Checking and Adding Engine Oil
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[MC06600( ALL)01/96]
Since the proper amount of engine oil is
important for safe engine operation, check the oil
using the dipstick each time you put fuel in
your vehicle. Remember the engine must be off,
the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be
parked on level ground.
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[MC06700( ALL)01/96]
Checking the engine oil level:
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[MC06800( ALL)01/96]
1. Turn the engine off after it has warmed up
and allow a few minutes for the engine oil
to drain back into the oil pan.
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[MC07000(M )01/96]
2. Set the parking brake, making sure that the
gearshift is securely latched in P (Park)
(automatic transmission) or 1 (First) (manual
transmission).
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[MC07100( ALL)01/96]
3. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine
heat.
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[MC07200( ALL)01/96]
4. Locate the engine oil dipstick (highlighted in
yellow) and carefully pull it out of the
engine.
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[MC07300( ALL)01/96]
5. Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into
position, making sure it is fully seated.
[MC07450(M )03/96]
one inch art:0011386-B
Engine oil dipstick Ð 4.6 liter engine
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half page art:0011388-AFluid level for power steering
[MC21100(MBC )05/96]
Use only power steering fluid that meets Ford
Specification MerconHATF XT-2-QDX or an
equivalent.
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[MC21200(MBC )01/96]
NOTE: If the power steering fluid is low, do
not drive your vehicle for a long
period of time before adding fluid.
This can damage the power steering
pump.
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[MC21300( ALL)01/96]
Automatic Transmission Fluid
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[MC21400( ALL)03/96]
Under normal circumstances, you do not need to
check the fluid level of the transmission, since
your vehicle does not use up transmission fluid.
Refer to theMaintenance Schedulebooklet for
replacement intervals. However, if the
transmission is not working properly Ð for
instance, the transmission may slip or shift
slowly, or you may notice some sign of fluid
leakage Ð the fluid level should be checked.
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[MC21500( ALL)01/96]
Checking the Automatic Transmission
Fluid
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[MC21600( ALL)01/96]
It is preferable to check the transmission fluid
level at normal operating temperature
150ÊF-170ÊF (66ÊC-77ÊC),after approximately 20
miles (30 km) of driving. However, if necessary,
you can check the fluid level without having to
drive 20 miles (30 km) to obtain a normal
operating temperature if outside temperatures
are above50ÊF (10ÊC).
[MC21700( ALL)12/95]
With the vehicle on a level surface, start the
engine and, while fully applying the brake
pedal, move the transmission shift selector
through all of the gear ranges allowing sufficient
time for each position to engage.Securely latch
the transmission shift selector in the P (Park)
position, fully set the parking brake and leave
the engine running.
[MC21900(MBC )12/95]
NOTE: Your vehicle should not be driven if
the fluid level is below the low cold
reading on the dipstick.
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[MC22000( ALL)01/96]
Wipe off the dipstick cap, pull the dipstick out
and wipe the indicator end clean. Put the
dipstick back into the filler tube and make sure
it is fully seated. Pull the dipstick out and read
the fluid level.
[MC22100(MBC )12/95]
When checking fluid at normal operating
temperature150ÊF-170ÊF (66ÊC-77ÊC), thefluid
level should be within the hot notched area on
the dipstick. When the vehicle has not been
driven, and the fluid is at room temperature
50ÊF-95ÊF (10ÊC-35ÊC), thefluid level should be
within the cold notched area.
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[MC22300( ALL)01/96]
NOTE: If the vehicle has been operated for an
extended period at high speeds or in
city traffic during hot weather, or
pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be
turned off for about 30 minutes to
allow the fluid to cool before checking.
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[MC22400( ALL)01/96]
Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid
[MC22500( ALL)12/95]
Before adding any fluid, be sure that the correct
type will be used. Use only MERCONHfluid.
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[MC22600( ALL)12/95]
Add fluid in 1/2 pint (.25L) increments through
the filler tube to bring the level to the correct
area on the dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL. If the
level is above the top hole on the dipstick,
excess fluid should be removed by a qualified
technician.
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[MC22700( ALL)05/96]
NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive
fluids in a responsible manner. Follow
your community's standards for
disposing of these types of fluids. Call
your local recycling center to find out
about recycling automotive fluids.
[MC22800(MBC )12/95]
one third page art:0011152-A
Detail of the automatic transmission dipstick
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[MC23600( ALL)01/96]
Help Us Protect Our Environment
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[MC23700( ALL)01/96]
Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that
used lead-acid batteries be returned to an
authorized recycling facility for disposal.
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[MC23800( ALL)01/96]
one inch art:0000983-A
Battery recycling symbol
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Because your vehicle's engine is electronically
controlled by a computer, some control
conditions are maintained by power from the
battery. If you ever disconnect the battery, install
a new battery, or experience a dead battery, you
must allow the computer to ªrelearnº its idle
conditions before your vehicle will idle at its
best. To let the engine do this, put the gearshift
in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or Neutral
(manual transmission), turn off all the
accessories, and start the vehicle. Let the engine
idle for at least one minute. (Engine must be
warm in order to ªlearn.º) Also, allow
approximately 10 miles (16 km) of stop and go
traffic for your vehicle's engine to completely
ªrelearnº its idle.
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[MC24300( ALL)02/96]
Wiper Blades
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[MC24400( ALL)01/96]
Check the windshield wiper blades at least twice
a year. Also check them whenever they seem
less effective than usual. Substances such as tree
sap and some hot wax treatments used by
commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness
of wiper blades.
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310 Index
Anti-theft system
arming the system........... 93
disarming an untriggered system..... 94
disarming a triggered system....... 95
triggering............. 92,94
Appeals (see Dispute settlement board) . . 278
Assistance (see Customer assistance).... 275
Audio system (see Electronic
sound system)............. 25
Autolamp system (see Headlamps)..... 59
Automatic transaxle
fluid, refill capacities......... 266
fluid, specification........... 267
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic overdrive . . . 162, 165
fluid, adding............. 236
fluid, checking............ 235
fluid, refill capacities......... 266
fluid, specification........... 267
Axle
lubricant specifications......... 267
refill capacities............ 266
traction lok.............. 161
B
Backing up.............164, 168
Basic vehicle warranty........... 4
Battery................. 237
acid, treating emergencies.....201, 238
battery saver............. 100
charging system warning light...... 15
disconnecting...........206, 238
how to service............ 237
jumping a disabled battery....... 200
maintenance-free........... 237
proper disposal, recycling....... 238
replacement, specifications....... 265
servicing............... 237
voltage gauge............ 15,21
when storing your vehicle....... 270
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314 Index
Cold engine starting........... 151
Combination lap and shoulder belts . . 111, 114
Compact disc player (see Electronic sound
system)................. 34
Console, description............ 83
Controls, mirrors............. 77
Convenience kit in cargo area...... 193
Convertible
cleaning................ 91
installation of the boot.......... 87
lowering the convertible top....... 85
raising the convertible top........ 90
Coolant (see Engine coolant)....... 224
checking and adding......... 224
drain and flush............ 228
preparing for storage......... 270
refill capacities............ 266
specifications............. 267
temperature gauge........... 18
warnings............... 224
Cooling fan............... 210
Crankcase emission filter......... 265
Customer Assistance Center, Ford (U.S.) . . 277
Customer Assistance Centre,
Ford of Canada..........277, 283
D
Daytime running light system....... 59
Defrost
rear window.............. 58
windshield............... 57
Dipstick................ 217
automatic transmission fluid....234, 236
engine oil.............. 217
power steering fluid.......... 231
Disabled vehicle (see Towing)...... 207
Dispute Settlement Board........ 278
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328 Index
Tires (continued)
tire grades............241±242
treadwear............241±242
wear bands.............. 241
Towing a trailer (see Trailer towing) . . . 173
Towing your vehicle........... 207
using wheel dollies.......... 207
with a tow truck........... 207
Traction-lok rear axle.......... 161
Trailer towing.............. 173
calculating maximum trailer weight . 173±174
safety chains............. 175
tips................. 176
trailer brakes............. 175
trailer lamps............. 176
Transaxle
automatic operation.......... 162
fluid, refill capacities......... 266
lubricant specifications......... 267
Transaxle control switch......... 165
Transmission
automatic operation.......... 162
fluid, checking and adding (automatic) . 235
fluid, checking and adding (manual) . . 237
fluid, refill capacities......... 266
lubricant specifications......... 267
manual operation........... 167
Transmission control switch....... 165
Transmitter (see Remote entry)....... 97
Trip odometer............... 20
Trunk
remote release lever........... 64
using the remote entry system to open . . 98
Tune-up specifications (VECI)....... 255
Turn signal................ 67
indicator lights........... 17,68
lever................67±68
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Index 329
U
Upshift speeds............. 169
Used engine oil, disposal....210, 219, 236
V
Vanity mirror............... 79
Variable interval wipers.......... 69
VECI (Vehicle Emission Control Information)
decal................ 255
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . 277
Vehicle loading
automatic transaxles......... 171
automatic transmissions........ 171
calculating the load.......... 171
manual transaxles........... 171
manual transmissions......... 171
understanding loading information . . . 170
Vehicle storage............. 268
Ventilating your vehicle
(see Climate control).......55±56, 58
Viscosity (see Engine oil)........ 216
Visor (see Sun visor)........... 79
Voltmeter (see Battery voltage gauge).... 15
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