clock FORD MUSTANG 1997 4.G Owners Manual

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Controls and Features
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The main controls for the climate control system,
clock, and radio are on the instrument panel.
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NOTE: Any cleaner or polish that increases the
gloss (shine) of the upper part of the
instrument panel should be avoided.
The dull finish in this area is to help
protect the driver from undesirable
windshield reflection.
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Your vehicle has a variety of features designed
for your comfort, convenience and safety. Read
this chapter to find out about standard and
optional features.
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The Climate Control Systems
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Your vehicle has one of two different climate
control systems. The two systems are:
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a heating and air conditioning system
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a heating only system
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If you are not sure which system your vehicle
has, see the diagrams on the following pages.
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The Heating and Air Conditioning
System (If equipped)
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You can heat the inside of your vehicle, defrost
the windshield, and turn on the air conditioning
with the three controls in the center of the
instrument panel:
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FAN
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TEMP
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SELECT
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To turn on the parking lamps, license plate
lamps, tail lamps and marker lamps, move the
knob to the first position.
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To turn on the headlamps, parking lamps,
license plate lamps, tail lamps and marker
lamps, move the knob to the second position.
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For more information about how the high beams
work, see the high beam section later in this
chapter.
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This chime sounds if the driver or any passenger
door is open when the parking lamps or
headlamps are on. The chime sounds until you
close the door, turn off the lamps or turn the
ignition to the ON position.
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Lighting Up the Interior and Instrument
Panel
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With the headlamp knob in the parking lamps
or headlamps position, you can brighten or dim
the lights on the instrument panel. To do this,
rotate the headlamp knob clockwise (to dim the
lights) or counterclockwise (to brighten the
lights). Rotate the knob fully counterclockwise to
operate the interior lights.
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The knob controls the light on the instrument panel and
the interior light
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Clock
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The digital clock
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1. To set the hour, press and hold the H
button. When the desired hour appears,
release the button.
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2. To set the minutes, press and hold the M
button. When the desired minute appears,
release the button.
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feature is active when the ignition is in the ON
position. If the gearshift lever CANNOT be
moved from P (Park) with the brake pedal
depressed:
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1. Turn the engine off and remove the ignition
key.
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2. Apply parking brake.
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3. Reinsert the ignition key and turn clockwise
to the first position.
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4. Depress the brake pedal, move the gearshift
lever to N (Neutral) and start the engine.
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WARNING
DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL
YOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPS
ARE WORKING.
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If you need to shift out of P (Park) by using the
alternate procedure described above, it is
possible that a fuse has blown and that your
brakelamps may also not be functional. Please
refer to the chapter titledRoadside Emergenciesin
this Owner Guide for instructions on checking
and replacing fuses.
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The console-mounted gearshift will lock in P
(Park) when you turn the key to the LOCK
position. When the gearshift is in any position
except P (Park), the ignition key cannot be
turned to LOCK or removed from the steering
column. TO REMOVE THE KEY, the gearshift
lever must be in P (Park).
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2. Get out the spare tire and jack.
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3. The exposed lug nut wheel cover screws
onto the lug nuts. It is removed by using the
wheel lug nut wrench to turn each lug nut
cover counter-clockwise. This will NOT
loosen the wheel lug nuts. Remove the base
wheel covers with the tapered end of a
wheel nut wrench. Insert the handle of the
wrench and twist it against the inner wheel
cover flange. To remove aluminum wheel
center ornaments, insert the curled end of
lug wrench into pry-off notch and pry
against the wheel. To avoid damage to
aluminum wheel, do not twist wrench. For
more about removing wheel covers, see the
information later in this section.
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4. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn
counterclockwise, but do not remove them
until the tire is raised off the ground. You
should pull up on the handle rather than
push to develop maximum force to loosen
wheel lug nuts. SeeAnti-Theft Wheel Lug
Nutslater in this chapter for information on
removing anti-theft lug nuts.
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Removing and Replacing the Tire
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1. Find the jack notch next to the door of the
tire that you are changing. Put the jack in
the jack notch and turn the handle of the
jack clockwise until the wheel is completely
off the ground.
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The improper lift point
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NOTE: Never use the differential housing as a
lift point.
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2. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the
wheel clears the ground. Remove the wheel
lug nuts.
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3. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire,
making sure that the air valve stem is facing
outward.
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4. Reinstall the lug nuts, tightening until the
wheel is snug against the hub. The beveled
edges on the lug nuts face inward. Do not
fully tighten the lug nuts until you lower the
vehicle. If you do, you could force the
vehicle off the jack.
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5. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle
counterclockwise.
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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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7. Place any wheel covers and ornaments in the
trunk.
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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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9. Unblock the wheels.
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Aluminum Road Wheel Ornaments
(If equipped)
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To remove the ornament, stick the tapered end
of the jack handle between the ornament and
wheel and pry off the ornament.
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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.
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Remove the base 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.
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Remove the exposed lug nut wheel cover by
using the wheel lug nut wrench to unscrew each
lug nut cover counter-clockwise.
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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
of the wheelcover until it is snapped firmly in
place on the wheel.
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Install the exposed lug nut wheel cover onto the
wheel with the valve stem in the wheel
matching the hole in the wheel cover. Push the
ornamental lug nut covers over the lug nuts by
hand, and secure the wheel cover by tightening
the lug nut covers clockwise with the wheel lug
nut wrench.
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Anti-Theft Wheel Lug Nuts (If equipped)
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The aluminum wheels on Mustang 4.6L engine
vehicles are secured with locking lug nuts. One
of the lug nuts on each wheel must be removed
and installed with a special key. The key and a
registration card are attached to the lug wrench
and stored with the spare tire. If you lose the
key, send the registration card to the
manufacturer (not to the dealer) to get a
replacement key.
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NOTE: If entire lug wrench/lug nut key
assembly is lost, see your nearest Ford
or Lincoln-Mercury dealer who has
access to a master set of keys.
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NOTE: DO NOT USE A POWER IMPACT
WRENCH ON THE LUG NUT KEY.
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The anti-theft lug nut and key
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Removing the anti-theft lug nut
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Insert the key over the locking lug nut. Make
sure that you hold the key square to the lug nut.
If you hold the key on an angle, you may
damage the key and the lug nut.
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Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key
and apply pressure on the key with the wrench.
Turn the wrench in a counterclockwise direction
to remove the lug nut.
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Reinstalling the anti-theft lug nut
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Insert the key over the locking lug nut. Place the
lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and, while
applying pressure on the key, install the lug nut.
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Jump-Starting Your Vehicle
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Your vehicle's battery may die if you leave the
lights on or any electrical equipment on after
you turn the engine off. If this happens, you
may be able to jump-start your vehicle with a
booster battery.
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WARNING
The gases around the battery can explode
if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit
cigarettes. An explosion could result in
injury or vehicle damage.
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WARNING
To protect yourself when charging a
battery, always shield your face and eyes.
Make sure that you can breathe fresh air.
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Checking Hoses
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Inspect all engine and heater system hoses and
hose connections for deterioration, leaks, and
loose hose clamps as specified in theMaintenance
Schedulebooklet. Repair or replace with
Motorcraft hoses or equivalent as necessary.
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Adding Engine Coolant
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RWARNING
Do not put engine coolant in the container
for the windshield washer fluid.
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If sprayed to clean the glass, engine coolant or
antifreeze could make it difficult to see through
the windshield.
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RWARNING
Never remove the radiator cap or vent
plug while the engine is running or hot.
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Follow these steps to avoid personal injury that
can be caused by escaping steam or engine
coolant.
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1. Before you remove the cap, turn the engine
off and let it cool. Even when the engine is
cool, be careful when you remove the
radiator cap or vent plug.
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2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth
around the cap and turn it slowly
counterclockwise to unscrew.
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3. Step back while the pressure releases.
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4. When you are sure that all the pressure has
been released, use the cloth to press the cap
down, turn it counterclockwise, and remove
it.
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