ESP FORD MUSTANG 2003 4.G Owners Manual

Warning symbols on your vehicle
When you see this
symbol, it is imperative
that you consult the
relevant section of this
guide before touching or attempting adjustment of
any kind.
Protecting the environment
We must all play our
part in protecting the
environment. Correct
vehicle usage and the
authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication
materials are significant steps towards this aim.
Information in this respect is highlighted in this
guide with the tree symbol.
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE
There are no particular guidelines for breaking-in
your vehicle. During the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles)
of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is
recommended to give the moving parts a chance to
break in.
Introduction
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Tune adjust in radio mode
•Press
to move to
the next frequency
down the band
(whether or not a listenable station is located
there). Hold the control to move through the
frequencies quickly.
•Press
to move to the next frequency up the
band (whether or not a listenable station is
located there). Hold for quick movement.
Disc adjust for CD mode
•Press
to select
the previous disc.
(Play will begin on
the first track of the disc unless shuffle mode is
engaged.) Refer toShuffle featurefor more
information. Hold the control to continue
reversing through the discs.
•Press
to select the next disc. Hold the control
to fast-forward through the remaining discs.
CD select
CD mode may be
entered by pressing the
CD control and the
LOAD control. Load the CD into the audio system.
The first track of the disc will begin playing. After
that, CD play will begin where it stopped last.
If an alternative CD is desired, press the
corresponding preset control (1–6) of a loaded CD,
or press the TUNE control to access the other
loaded CDs.
NO CD will display if the CD control is activated
when there is not a CD present in the audio system.
NO CD will illuminate in the display if the CD
control and a present number (that is currently
empty) are pressed. The system will play the next
available disc.
DISC
TUNE
DISC
TUNE
CD AM
FM
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Use the SEL control to select the desired signal
mode (the selected mode will appear in the display).
The following can be selected:
•DSP
OFF—disengages
the feature
•STADIUM—outdoor
stadium with a capacity of about 30 000
•CHURCH—church with a high vault
•HALL—rectangular concert hall capacity of about
2 000
•JAZZ CLUB—jazz club with clearly reflected
sounds
•NEWS—”voice-only”type of sound with a limited
audio band
Press the DSP control again to access the occupancy
modes. Use the SEL control to optimize the sound
based upon the occupants in the vehicle.
The following occupancy modes can be selected for
the MACH 460 Sound System:
•ALL SEATS
•DRIVER SEAT
•REAR SEATS
The following occupancy modes can be selected for
the MACH 1000 Sound System:
•ALL SEATS
•DRIVER SEAT
•MACH 1000
MACH 1000 mode raises the bass response of the
trunk mounted subwoofers.
Mute mode
Press the control to
mute the playing
media. Press the
control again to return to the playing media.
SEL
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On hot days, the temperature in the trunk
or vehicle interior can rise very quickly.
Exposure of people or animals to these high
temperatures for even a short time can cause
death or serious heat-related injuries, including
brain damage. Small children are particularly at
risk.
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules
and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
The remote entry system allows you to:
•lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key
•open the trunk
•activate the panic alarm
•confirms that the vehicle is locked with a short
“beep”from the horn.
The remote entry features only operate with the
ignition in the LOCK position.
If there is any potential remote keyless entry
problem with your vehicle, ensureALL remote
entry transmittersare brought to the dealership,
to aid in troubleshooting.
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Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor
assembly could increase the risk of injury in
collisions.
Vehicle sensitive mode
The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor
mode, allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment
to your movements and locking in response to
vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes
suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle
receives an impact of approximately 8 km/h (5 mph)
or more, the combination safety belts will lock to
help reduce forward movement of the driver and
passengers.
The safety belt system can also be made to lock
manually by quickly pulling on the shoulder belt.
Automatic locking mode
In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically
pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any
slack in the shoulder belt.
The automatic locking mode is not available on the
driver safety belt.
When to use the automatic locking mode
•Any timea child safety seat is installed in a
passenger front or outboard rear seating position
(if equipped). Children 12 years old and under
should be properly restrained in the rear seat
whenever possible. Refer toSafety Restraints for
ChildrenorSafety Seats for Childrenlater in
this chapter.
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years old or younger and who weigh 18 kg [40 lbs]
or less), you must put them in safety seats made
especially for children. Check your local and state or
provincial laws for specific requirements regarding
the safety of children in your vehicle.
Never let a passenger hold a child on his or
her lap while the vehicle is moving. The
passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a
collision.
Always follow the instructions and warnings that
come with any infant or child restraint you might
use.
When possible, always place children under age
12 in the rear seat of your vehicle.Accident
statistics suggest that children are safer when
properly restrained in the rear seating positions than
in the front seating positions.
Children and safety belts
If the child is the proper size, restrain the child in a
safety seat. Children who are too large for child
safety seats (as specified by your child safety seat
manufacturer) should always wear safety belts.
Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag
precautions that apply to adult passengers in your
vehicle.
If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and
shoulder belt can be positioned so it does not cross
or rest in front of the child’s face or neck, the child
should wear the lap and shoulder belt. Moving the
child closer to the center of the vehicle may help
provide a good shoulder belt fit.
Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or
pets unattended in your vehicle.
Child booster seats
Children outgrow a typical convertible or toddler
seat when they weigh 40 pounds and are around 4
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Makesurethecorrespondinglights illuminate or
illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have
the vehicle serviced.
•If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the
light
may not illuminate.
Starting the engine
Note:Whenever you start your vehicle, release the
key as soon as the engine starts. Excessive cranking
could damage the starter.
1. Turn the key to 5
(START) without
pressing the
accelerator pedal and
release as soon as the
engine starts. The key
will return to 4 (ON).
2. If the temperature is
above–12°C (10°F) and the engine does not start
within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to
OFF, wait 10 seconds and try again. If the engine
does not start in two attempts, press the accelerator
all the way to the floor and hold. Turn the key to
the START position.
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3. If the temperature is below -12°C (10°F) and
the engine does not start in 15 seconds on the first
try, turn the key OFF and wait 10 seconds and try
again. If the engine does not start in two attempts,
press the accelerator pedal all the way to floor and
hold. Turn the key to START position.
4. When the engine starts, release the key, then
release the accelerator pedal gradually as the engine
speeds up.
5. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake,
shift into gear and drive.
Using the engine block heater (if equipped)
An engine block heater warms the engine coolant,
which improves starting, warms up the engine faster
and allows the heater-defroster system to respond
quickly. Use of an engine block heater is strongly
recommended if you live in a region where
temperatures reach -23°C (-10°F) or below.
For best results, plug the heater in at least three
hours before starting the vehicle. Using the heater
for longer than three hours will not harm the engine,
so the heater can be plugged in the night before
starting the vehicle.
To prevent electrical shock, do not use your
heater with ungrounded electrical systems
or two-pronged (cheater) adapters.
Guarding against exhaust fumes
Although odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide is
present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid
its dangerous effects.
If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind
inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect
and fix your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if
you smell exhaust fumes. These fumes are harmful
and could kill you.
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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.
STEERING
Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power
steering uses energy from the engine to decrease
the driver’s effort in steering the vehicle.
To prevent damage to the power steering pump:
•Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme
right or the extreme left for more than a few
seconds when the engine is running.
•Do not operate the vehicle with the 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:
•Underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s)
•Uneven vehicle loading
•High crown in center of road
•High crosswinds
•Wheels out of alignment
•Loose or worn suspension components
TRACTION CONTROL
Your vehicle may be equipped with the optional
Traction Control
system. This system helps you
maintain the stability and steerability of your
vehicle. It is especially useful on slippery road
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Removingkeyfrom ignition
•Turn the ignition key
to position 3 (OFF).
•Push the release
lever forward and
rotate the key
towards you and
remove.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
Do not drive quickly through standing water,
especially if the depth is unknown. Traction or brake
capability may be limited and if the ignition system
gets wet, your engine may stall. Water may also
enter your engine’s air intake and severely damage
your engine.
If driving through deep or standing water is
unavoidable, proceed very slowly. Never drive
through water that is higher than the bottom of the
hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims
(for cars).
Once through the water, always try the brakes. Wet
brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry
brakes. Drying can be improved by moving your
vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the
brake pedal.
Driving through deep water where the
transmission vent tube is submerged may allow
water into the transmission and cause internal
transmission damage. Have the fluid checked
and, if water is found, replace the fluid.
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