ABS FORD MUSTANG 2004 4.G User Guide

and is designed for emergency use only. Replace this
tire with a full-size tire as soon as possible.
Installing a tire on either or both sides of the driven
axle that is of a different size than the original road
tire is not recommended since this will affect the
accuracy of the speedometer and odometer. If
different size tires must be installed, it is important
that all four be the same size.
If one or more tires of the four are of a
different size, the ABS and traction control
system (if equipped) may not function correctly or
may not function at all. The temporary spare
supplied with the vehicle is the only different size
tire that should ever be installed.
If you use the temporary spare tire
continuously or do not follow these
precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to lose
control of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself or
others.
When driving with the temporary spare tire do not:
• use more than one temporary spare tire at a time
• exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) or drive further than
3,200 km (2,000 miles) total under any
circumstances
• load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load
rating listed on the tire pressure label on the
driver’s side b-pillar
• tow a trailer
• use tire chains
• drive through an automatic car wash, because of
the vehicle’s reduced ground clearance
• try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it
from its wheel
• use the wheel for any other type of vehicle
Use of a temporary spare tire at any one wheel
location can lead to impairment of the following:
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injury. If fuel is swallowed, call a physician
immediately, even if no symptoms are immediately
apparent. The toxic effects of fuel may not be
visible for hours.
•Avoid inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling too much fuel
vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory
tract irritation. In severe cases, excessive or
prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can cause
serious illness and permanent injury.
•Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel is
splashed in the eyes, remove contact lenses (if
worn), flush with water for 15 minutes and seek
medical attention. Failure to seek proper medical
attention could lead to permanent injury.
•Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the
skin. If fuel is splashed on the skin and/or
clothing, promptly remove contaminated clothing
and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water.
Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel
liquid or vapor causes skin irritation.
•Be particularly careful if you are taking
“Antabuse”or other forms of disulfiram for the
treatment of alcoholism. Breathing gasoline
vapors, or skin contact could cause an adverse
reaction. In sensitive individuals, serious personal
injury or sickness may result. If fuel is splashed
on the skin, promptly wash skin thoroughly with
soap and water. Consult a physician immediately
if you experience an adverse reaction.
When refueling always shut the engine off
and never allow sparks or open flames near
the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel
vapor is extremely hazardous under certain
conditions. Care should be taken to avoid inhaling
excess fumes.
The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle
can produce static electricity, which can
cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded
fuel container.
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Use the following guidelines to avoid static build-up
when filling an ungrounded fuel container:
•Place approved fuel container on the ground.
•DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the
vehicle (including the cargo area).
•Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the
fuel container while filling.
•DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel
pump handle in the fill position.
Fuel Filler Cap
Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with
a 1/8 turn on/off feature.
When fueling your vehicle:
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/8
of a turn until it stops.
3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe.
4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with
the notches on the filler pipe.
5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/8 of a turn until it
stops.
“Check Fuel Cap”illuminates when the ignition is
turned to the ON position to ensure your bulb is
working. When this light turns on, check the fuel
filler cap. Continuing to operate the vehicle with the
Check Fuel Cap light on, can activate the Service
Engine Soon warning. When the fuel filler cap is
properly re-installed, the light(s) will turn off after a
period of normal driving.It may take a long
period of time for the system to detect an
improperly installed fuel filler cap.
If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace
it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for
your vehicle. The customer warranty may be
void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel
system if the correct genuine Ford or
Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used.
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A
Air bag supplemental
restraint system .. 79–80
and child safety
seats ......................... 81
description .............. 80
disposal .................... 84
driver air bag .......... 82
indicator light ......... 83
operation ................. 82
passenger air bag ... 82
Air cleaner filter ..... 215
Antifreeze (see
Engine coolant) ...... 174
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) .... 104–105
Audio system
(see Radio) .... 18, 20, 25
Automatic
transmission ............ 108
driving an automatic
overdrive ............... 111
fluid, adding .......... 196
fluid, checking ...... 196
fluid, refill
capacities ............... 215
fluid,
specification .......... 221
Auxiliary power
point ........................... 45
Axle
lubricant
specifications. 218, 221
refill capacities ...... 215
traction lok ............ 108
B
Battery ..................... 171acid, treating
emergencies .......... 171
jumping a disabled
battery ................... 136
maintenance-free .. 171
replacement,
specifications ........ 215
servicing ................ 171
BeltMinder ................. 74
Brakes .............. 104–105
anti-lock ......... 104–105
anti-lock brake
system (ABS)
warning light ......... 104
fluid, checking and
adding .................... 196
fluid, refill
capacities ............... 215
fluid,
specifications. 218, 221
lubricant
specifications 218, 221
parking .................. 106
shift interlock ........ 108
Bulbs .......................... 38
C
Capacities for
refilling fluids .......... 215
Cargo net ................... 44
Cassette tape
player ................... 18, 25
CD-single premium ... 20
Cell phone use .......... 49
Child safety
restraints ................... 85
child safety belts .... 85
Child safety seats ...... 88
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turning on and off .. 35
Heating
heating and air
conditioning system.33
Hood ........................ 162
I
Ignition ............... 99, 221
Infant seats (see
Safety seats) ............. 88
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ............ 193
Instrument panel
cleaning ................. 157
cluster ...................... 10
lighting up panel
and interior ............. 36
J
Jump-starting your
vehicle ...................... 136
K
Keys
positions of the
ignition .................... 99
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications
chart ........................ 39
daytime running
light .......................... 35
fog lamps ................. 35
headlamps ......... 35, 40headlamps, flash
to pass ..................... 36
instrument panel,
dimming ................... 36
interior lamps ... 38–39
replacing
bulbs ............ 38, 40–42
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ...... 38
Lights, warning and
indicator .................... 10
anti-lock brakes
(ABS) .................... 104
Limited slip axle
(see Traction Loc) .. 108
Load limits ............... 117
Locks
doors ........................ 54
Lubricant
specifications ... 218, 221
Lug nuts, anti-theft . 134
Lumbar support,
seats ........................... 65
M
Manual transmission. 114
fluid capacities ...... 215
lubricant
specifications ........ 221
reverse ................... 115
Mirrors
side view mirrors
(power) ................... 46
Motorcraft
parts ................. 187, 215
O
Octane rating .. 185–186
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