oil dipstick FORD MUSTANG 2000 4.G Owners Manual

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE
COMPARTMENT
3.8L OHV V6 engine
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Power distribution box
5. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
6. Battery
7. Power steering fluid reservoir
8. Engine coolant reservoir
9. Air filter assembly
10. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick (if
equipped)
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4.6L SOHC V8 engine
1. Engine oil dipstick
2. Brake fluid reservoir
3. Power distribution box
4. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
5. Battery
6. Engine coolant reservoir
7. Power steering fluid reservoir
8. Engine oil filler cap
9. Air filter assembly
10. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick (if
equipped)
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the
appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for
the oil to drain into the oil pan.
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3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is
securely latched in P (Park) (automatic
transmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level
indicator (dipstick).
²3.8L OHV V6 engine
²4.6L SOHC V8
engine
6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully,
then remove it again.
²If the oil level isbetween the MINÐMAX
marks,the oil level is acceptable.DO NOT ADD
OIL.
²If the oil level is below the MIN mark, add enough
oil to raise the level within the MINÐMAX range.
MAX MIN
MAX MIN
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²3.8L OHV V6 engine
²4.6L SOHC V8
engine
²Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine
damage. Some oil must be removed from the
engine by a service technician.
7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully
seated.
Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to
Checking the engine oilin this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal
range, add only certified engine oil of the
recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler
cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the
opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil
level is not above the MAX mark on the engine oil
level indicator (dipstick).
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1Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or
equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete
refill of Traction-Lok axles.
Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not
require changing unless the axle has been submerged in water.
2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used.
Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on
the dipstick handle. MERCONtand MERCONtV are not
interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCONtand MERCONtV. Refer to
your Scheduled Maintenance Guide to determine the correct service
interval.
ENGINE DATA
Engine 3.8L OHV V6 engine 4.6L SOHC V8 engine
Cubic inches 232 281
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Spark plug gap 1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-00.056 inch)1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-00.056 inch)
Ignition system EDIS Coil on plug
Compression ratio 9.4:1 9.0:1
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
Vehicle dimensions Coupe mm (in) Convertible mm (in)
(1) Overall length 4 653.3 (183.2) 4 653.3 (183.2)
(2) Overall width 1 856.7 (73.1) 1 856.7 (73.1)
(3) Overall height 1 348.7 (53.1) 1 351.3 (53.2)
(4) Wheelbase 2 573.0 (101.3) 2 573.0 (101.3)
(5) Track - Front 1 534.2 (60.4)
11 534.2 (60.4)1
(5) Track - Rear 1 539.2 (60.6)21 539.2 (60.6)2
11 521.5 mm (59.9 in) for Mustang GT21 526.5 mm (60.1 in) for Mustang GT
Capacities and specifications
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Cleaning
your vehicle ............. 184
engine
compartment ......... 187
exterior ........... 185,186
exterior lamps ....... 186
instrument panel .. 188
instrument
panel lens .............. 188
interior ............ 189,190
mirrors ................... 186
plastic parts .......... 186
safety belts ............ 189
washing .................. 184
waxing ................... 185
wheels .................... 186
windows ................ 189
wiper blades .......... 187
woodtone trim ...... 189
Climate control
(see Air conditioning
or Heating) ................ 20
Clock .......................... 34
Clutch
adjusting ................ 142
operation
while driving ......... 106
recommended
shift speeds ........... 107
Console ...................... 47
Controls
power seat ............... 63
Convertible ................ 48
cleaning ................. 187
installation
of the boot .............. 49
lowering the
convertible top ........ 48
raising the
convertible top ........ 51Coolant
checking
and adding ............ 143
low coolant light ..... 12
refill
capacities ........ 150,191
specifications.. 193,194
Cruise control (see
Speed control) .......... 42
Customer
Assistance ................ 116
Ford accessories for
your vehicle .......... 206
Ford Extended
Service Plan .......... 197
Getting assistance
outside the U.S.
and Canada ........... 205
Getting roadside
assistance .............. 116
Getting the service
you need ............... 198
Ordering
additional owner's
literature ............... 210
The Dispute
Settlement
Board ..................... 200
Utilizing the
Mediation/
Arbitration
Program ................. 204
Daytime running
lamps (see Lamps) ... 18
Defrost
rear window ............ 19
Dipstick
automatic
transmission fluid... 153
engine oil ............... 137
Index
213

Doors
lubricant
specifications ........ 193
Driving under special
conditions
through water ....... 115
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ........ 128
Emission
control system ......... 175
Engine ...................... 194
check engine/service
engine soon light ...... 9
cleaning ................. 187
coolant ................... 143
idle speed
control ................... 157
lubrication
specifications.. 193,194
refill capacities ...... 191
service points.. 136,137
starting after a
collision ................. 117
Engine block heater... 93
Engine oil ................ 137
checking
and adding ............ 137
dipstick .................. 137
filter,
specifications.. 140,191
recommendations... 140
refill capacities ...... 191
specifications.. 193,194
Exhaust fumes .......... 93
Floor mats ................. 53
Fluid capacities ....... 191
Foglamps ................... 48
Fuel .......................... 165
calculating fuel
economy ................ 171
cap ......................... 168
capacity ................. 191choosing
the right fuel ......... 169
comparisons with
EPA fuel economy
estimates ............... 175
detergent in fuel ... 170
filling your vehicle
with fuel .. 165,168,171
filter,
specifications.. 171,191
fuel pump shut-off
switch .................... 117
gauge ....................... 14
improving fuel
economy ................ 171
low fuel
warning light ........... 11
octane rating .. 169,194
quality .................... 170
running
out of fuel ............. 170
safety information
relating to
automotive fuels ... 165
Fuses ................. 118,119
Gas cap
(see Fuel cap) ......... 168
Gas mileage (see
Fuel economy) ........ 171
Gauges .................. 13,14
battery
voltage gauge .......... 16
engine coolant
temperature
gauge ....................... 14
engine oil
pressure gauge ....... 17
fuel gauge ................ 14
odometer ................. 15
speedometer ........... 15
tachometer .............. 15
trip odometer .......... 16
Index
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Item Information
Required fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane
Fuel tank capacity 59.4L (15.7 gallons)
Engine oil capacity
(includes filter
change)4.7L (5.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft SAE
5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil,
Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G
Tire size and
pressureSee label on inside of glove box door.
Hood release Pull handle under the left side of the
instrument panel.
Coolant
capacity-3.8L OHV
V6 engine
1
11.2L (11.8 quarts)
Coolant capacity-
4.6L SOHC V8
engine
1
13.3L (14.1 quarts)
Power steering fluid
capacityFill to line on reservoir or dipstick.
Use Motorcraft MERCONtAT F.
Manual transmission
fluid capacity-3.8L
OHV V6 engine
2
2.6L (5.6 pints). Use Motorcraft
MERCONtAT F.3
Manual transmission
fluid capacity-4.6L
SOHC V8 engine
2
3.1L (6.6 pints). Use Motorcraft
MERCONtAT F.3
Automatic
transmission fluid
capacity-3.8L OHV
V6 engine
2
13.1L (13.9 quarts). Use Motorcraft
MERCONtV ATF.4
Automatic
transmission fluid
capacity-4.6L SOHC
V8 engine
2
12.0L (12.8 quarts). Use Motorcraft
MERCONtV ATF.4
Windshield washer
fluid3.8L (4.0 quarts). Use Ultra-Clear
Windshield Washer Concentrate.
1Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant (green in color). DO NOT USE
Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Refer to
Adding engine coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter.
2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used.
Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on
the dipstick handle. MERCONtand MERCONtV are not
interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCONtand MERCONtV. Refer to
your Scheduled Maintenance Guide to determine the correct service
interval.
Filling station information
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