power steering fluid FORD MUSTANG 2002 4.G Owners Manual

Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Panic Alarm
Engine Oil
Engine CoolantEngine Coolant
Temperature
Do Not Open When
HotBattery
Avoid Smoking,
Flames, or SparksBattery Acid
Explosive GasFan Warning
Power Steering
FluidMaintain Correct
Fluid LevelMAX
MIN
Emission SystemEngine Air Filter
Passenger
Compartment Air
FilterJack
Check fuel capLow tire warning
Introduction
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stopping distance. Always leave enough room
between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of
you to stop.
²We recommend that you familiarize yourself with
this braking technique. However, avoid taking any
unnecessary risks.
Hydraulic brake booster system (Hydroboost)
The Hydroboost system receives fluid pressure from
the power steering pump to provide power assist
during braking.
The sound of the pump operating may be heard by
the driver, but this is a normal characteristic of the
system.
For Hydroboost-equipped vehicles operating under
normal conditions, the noise of the fluid flowing
through the booster may be heard whenever the
brake is applied. This condition is normal. Vehicle
service is not required.
If braking performance or pedal response becomes
very poor, even when the pedal is strongly
depressed, it may indicate the presence of air in the
hydraulic system or leakage of fluid. Stop the vehicle
safely as soon as possible and seek service
immediately.
TRACTION CONTROLY
Your vehicle may be equipped with the optional
Traction Controlysystem. This system helps you
maintain the stability and steerability of your
vehicle. It is especially useful on slippery road
surfaces. The system operates by detecting and
controlling wheel spin. The system borrows many of
the electronic and mechanical elements already
present in the anti-lock braking system (ABS).
Wheel-speed sensors allow excess rear wheel spin to
be detected by the Traction Controlyportion of the
ABS computer. Any excessive wheel spin is
controlled by automatically applying and releasing
the rear brakes in conjunction with engine torque
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STEERING
Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power
steering uses energy from the engine to help steer
the vehicle.
To prevent damage to the power steering pump:
²Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme
right or the extreme left for more than a few
seconds when the engine is running.
²Do not operate the vehicle with a low power
steering pump fluid level (below the MIN mark on
the reservoir).
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.
If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition could
be caused by any of the following:
²underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s)
²uneven vehicle loading
²high crown in center of road
²high crosswinds
²wheels out of alignment
²loose or worn suspension components
TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED)
This axle provides added traction on slippery
surfaces, particularly when one wheel is on a poor
traction surface. Under normal conditions, the
Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle.
Extended use of other than the manufacturer's
specified 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.
Driving
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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
5
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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)
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CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING
FLUID
Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the
scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval
schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use only
MERCONtAT F.
If your vehicle is
equipped with the
3.8L V6 engine,check
the power steering
fluid level with the
engine at normal
operating temperature.
1. Start the engine and
let it run until it
reaches normal
operating temperature
(the engine coolant
temperature gauge
indicator will be near
the center of the
normal area between H
and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel
left and right several times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level on the dipstick. It should be
within the FULL HOT range. Do not add fluid if the
level is within this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts,
continuously checking the level until it reaches the
correct operating range. Be sure to put the cap back
on the reservoir.
FILL
HOT
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If your vehicle is
equipped with a 4.6L
V8 engine,check the
power steering fluid
level with the engine at
ambient temperature.
Allow at least one-half
hour after driving for
the power steering
fluid to cool.
1. Start the engine and
allow the engine to
idle.
2. Turn the steering
wheel left and right
several times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should be
between the MIN and MAX lines. Do not add fluid if
the level is within this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts,
continuously checking the level until it reaches the
correct operating range. Be sure to put the cap back
on the reservoir.
BRAKE FLUID
Checking and adding brake fluid
Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as
needed. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide
for the service interval schedules.
MAXMIN
Maintenance and Specifications
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REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Brake fluid Motorcraft
High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Engine oil
(includes
filter change)Motorcraft
SAE 5W-20
Super
Premium
Motor OilAll 4.7L
(5.0 quarts)
Engine
coolant
1Motorcraft
Premium
Engine
Coolant
(green-colored)or
Motorcraft
Premium
Gold Engine
Coolant
(yellow-colored)
3.8L OHV V6
engine11.2L
(11.8 quarts)
4.6L SOHC
V8 engine13.3L
(14.1 quarts)
Power
steering fluidMotorcraft
MERCONt
AT F3.8L OHV V6
engineKeep in FULL
HOT range on
dispstick
4.6L SOHC
V8 engineFill to
between MIN
and MAX
lines on
reservoir
Rear axle
lubricant
2Motorcraft
SAE 80W-90
Premium
Rear Axle
Lubricant7 .5 inch axle 1.5L
(3.25 pints)
Motorcraft
SAE 75W-140
Synthetic
Rear Axle
Lubricant8.8 inch axle 2.0L
(4.25 pints)
Maintenance and Specifications
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Item Ford part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Engine oil Motorcraft
SAE 5W-20
Super
Premium
Motor OilXO-5W20-QSP WSS-
M2C153-H
with API
Certification
Mark
Lock
cylindersPenetrating
and Lock
LubricantMotorcraft
XL-1none
Power
steering fluid
and
convertible
top fluid (if
equipped)Motorcraft
MERCONt
AT FXT-2-QM MERCONt
Rear Axle
LubricantMotorcraft
SAE 80W-90
Premium
Rear Axle
Lubricant
1
XY-80W90-QL WSP-
M2C197-A
Motorcraft
SAE 75W-140
Synthetic
Rear Axle
LubricantXY-75W140-QL WSP-
M2C192-A
Automatic
transmission
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONtV
AT F
2
XT-5-QM MERCONtV
3.8L Manual
transmission
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONt
AT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
4.6L Manual
transmission
fluidMotorcraft
Synthetic
MERCONt
AT FXT-2±QSM MERCONt
and
ESR-M2C163-
A2
Disc brake
caliper railsMotorcraft
Silicone
Brake Caliper
Grease and
Dielectric
CompoundXG-3 ESE-
M1C171-A
Windshield
washer fluidUltra-clear
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateC9AZ-
19550-ACESR-M17P5-A
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P
Panic alarm feature,
remote entry system.. 97
Parking brake .......... 142
Parts (see
Motorcraft parts) .... 246
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ............. 168
Power door locks ...... 94
Power mirrors ........... 84
Power steering ........ 147
fluid, checking
and adding ............ 234
fluid, refill
capacity ................. 247
fluid,
specifications. 249, 251
Power Windows ......... 83
R
Radio .............. 20, 45±46
Radio reception ... 65±66
Rear window
defroster .................... 70
Relays ...................... 165
Remote entry
system .................. 96±97
illuminated entry .... 99
locking/unlocking
doors .................. 94, 97
opening the trunk ... 98
panic alarm ............. 97
replacement/additional
transmitters ............. 99
replacing the
batteries .................. 98S
Safety belts
(see Safety
restraints) .. 15, 108±113
Safety defects,
reporting .................. 191
Safety
restraints ......... 108±113
belt minder ........... 114
cleaning the
safety belts .... 119, 199
extension
assembly ................ 118
for adults ....... 109±113
for children ... 126±127
warning light and
chime. 11, 15, 113±114
Safety seats for
children .................... 128
Seat belts (see
Safety restraints) .... 108
Seats ........................ 104
child safety seats .. 128
SecuriLock
passive anti-theft
system .............. 100±102
Servicing your
vehicle ...................... 201
Spare tire (see
Changing the Tire) . 170
Spark plugs,
specifications ... 246, 251
Specification chart,
lubricants ......... 249, 251
Speed control ............ 85
Speedometer ............. 18
Index
263