towing FORD MUSTANG 2011 5.G Owner's Manual
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FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)
You can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a Ford
Extended Service Plan (ESP). Ford ESP is the only service contract
backed by Ford Motor Company. Depending on the plan you purchase,
Ford ESP provides benefits such as:
•Rental reimbursement
•Coverage for certain maintenance and wear items
•Protection against repair costs after your New Vehicle Limited
Warranty Coverage expires
•Roadside Assistance benefits
You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating Ford Motor Company
dealership. There are several Ford ESP plans available in various time,
distance and deductible combinations. Each plan is tailored to fit your
own driving needs, including reimbursement for towing and rental.
When you purchase Ford ESP, you receive peace-of-mind protection
throughout Canada and the United States, provided by a network of Ford
Motor Company dealers.
For more information, visit your local Ford of Canada dealer or
www.ford.ca to find the Ford Extended Service Plan that is right for you.
NOTE:Repairs performed outside of Canada and the United States are
not eligible for Ford ESP coverage. This information is subject to change.
Ford Extended Service Plan
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicleprimarilyin one of the
more demandingSpecial Operating Conditionslisted below, you will
need to have some items maintained more frequently. If you only
occasionallyoperate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership service
advisor or technician.
Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier
As required– Change engine oil and replace oil filter as indicated by
message center and perform services as listed in the
Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart.
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Change manual transmission fluid.
Inspect frequently, service as
required.– See axle maintenance items under
Exceptions.
Perform the services noted in the preceding table at the specified
time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (5,000 km) of the
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or
when the time/mileage (km) reading indicates service is due.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
28,751 miles (46,270 km); perform the 30,000 mile (48,000 km)
automatic transmission fluid replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on
but the odometer reads 30,000 miles (48,000 km); perform the engine air
filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at
25,000 miles [40,000 km].)
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
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Spark plugs,
specifications .....................307, 311
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................308
Speed control ..............................78
Starting your
vehicle ........................202–203, 205
jump starting ..........................251
Steering wheel
controls ......................................80
tilting .........................................70
Stereo
6-CD in dash .............................28
CD-MP3 .....................................28
SYNC..........................................47
T
Temporary mobility kit .............241
Tilt steering wheel ......................70
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....186
Tires ...........................171–172, 235
alignment ................................179
care ..........................................175
changing ..........................235, 238
checking the pressure ............175
inflating ...................................173
label .........................................185
replacing ..................................177
rotating ....................................179
safety practices .......................178
sidewall information ...............180
snow tires and chains ............191
spare tire .................................236
Temporary mobility kit ..........241
terminology .............................172
tire grades ...............................172treadwear ........................171, 176
Towing .......................................199
recreational towing .................201
trailer towing ..........................199
wrecker ....................................254
Traction Control Sport Mode ...214
Traction-lok rear axle ...............214
Transmission
automatic operation ...............216
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....214
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................302
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................303
fluid, refill capacities ..............308
lubricant specifications ..........308
manual operation ....................218
Trunk .........................................103
remote release ..................93, 107
Turn signal ..................................61
U
Universal garage door opener ....81
USB port ......................................39
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................312
Vehicle loading ..........................192
Ventilating your vehicle ...........205
Visor storage system ..................71
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................277
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Water, Driving through .............225
Windows
power .........................................74
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................69checking and adding fluid
.....277
replacing wiper blades
...........278
Wrecker towing
.........................254
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