key battery FORD MUSTANG 1999 4.G Owners Manual

The inside lights will not turn off if:
²they have been turned on with the dimmer
control or
²any door is open.
The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30
minutes after the ignition has been turned to the
OFF position, 10 minutes after if the door is left
open, and 30 minutes after if the trunk is left open
or the dome lamp switch is left on.
Replacing lost transmitters
Take all your vehicle's
transmitters to your
dealer if service is
required.
If you purchase
additional transmitters
(up to four may be
programmed), perform
the following procedure:
To reprogram the transmitters, place the key in the
ignition and turn from OFF to ON eight times in
rapid succession (within 10 seconds) ending in ON.
After doors lock/unlock, press any control on all
transmitters (up to four). With each control press of
the transmitters, the door should cycle (lock/unlock)
to confirm programming. When completed, turn the
ignition to OFF. The door locks should cycle (lock/
unlock) one last time to confirm completion of
programming.
All transmitters must be programmed at the same
time.
Replacing the batteries
The transmitter is powered by two coin type
three-volt lithium batteries. Typical operating range
will allow you to be up to 10 meters (33 feet) away
from your vehicle. A decrease in operating range can
be caused by:
Controls and features
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Anti-theft lug nuts (if equipped)
If your vehicle is
equipped with this
feature, one of the lug
nuts on each wheel
must be removed and replaced with a special key.
The key and 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 the dealer) to get a replacement
key. If the lug wrench/lug nut key assembly is lost,
see your nearest Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer
who has access to the master set of keys.Do not
use an impact wrench with the anti-theft key.
Removing the anti-theft lug nut
1. Insert the key over the locking lug nut. Make sure
you hold the key square to the lug nut. If you hold
the key at an angle, you could damage the key and
the lug nut.
2. Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and
apply pressure on the key with the wrench.
3. Turn the wrench in a counterclockwise direction
to remove the lug nut.
Reinstalling the anti-theft lug nut
1. Insert the key over the locking lug nut.
2. Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and
apply pressure on the key with the wrench.
3. Install the lug nut.
JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
The gases around the battery can explode if
exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes.
An explosion could result in injury or vehicle
damage.
Roadside emergencies
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Fluid capacities ....... 183
Foglamps ................... 53
Fuel .......................... 158
calculating fuel
economy ................ 164
cap ......................... 161
capacity ................. 183
choosing
the right fuel ......... 162
comparisons with
EPA fuel economy
estimates ............... 168
detergent in fuel ... 163
filling your vehicle
with fuel .. 158,161,164
filter,
specifications . 163,182
fuel pump shut-off
switch .................... 112
gauge ....................... 12
improving fuel
economy ................ 164
low fuel
warning light ............. 9
octane rating .. 162,188
quality .................... 162
running
out of fuel ............. 163
safety information
relating to
automotive fuels ... 158
Fuses ................. 113,114
Gas cap
(see Fuel cap) ......... 161
Gas mileage(see
Fuel economy) ........ 164
Gauges .................. 11,12
battery voltage
gauge ....................... 15
engine coolant
temperature gauge . 12engine oil pressure
gauge ....................... 15
fuel gauge ................ 12
odometer ................. 13
speedometer ........... 13
tachometer .............. 14
trip odometer .......... 14
GAWR (Gross Axle
Weight Rating) ........ 106
definition ............... 106
driving with
a heavy load .......... 106
location .................. 106
GVWR (Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating) ........ 106
calculating ............. 106
definition ............... 106
driving with
a heavy load .......... 106
location .................. 106
Hazard flashers ....... 112
Head restraints ......... 64
Headlamps ................. 16
aiming ............. 175,176
bulb
specifications ........ 175
daytime
running lights .......... 16
flash to pass ............ 45
high beam ............ 7,45
turning on and off .. 16
warning chime ........ 11
Heating ...................... 18
heating and air
conditioning
system ..................... 18
Hood ........................ 132
Ignition ..................... 188
positions of the
ignition .................... 45
removing the key .. 105
Index
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