air conditioning FORD MUSTANG 2015 6.G Owners Manual

ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Ford. We
recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this
manual. The more that you know about
it, the greater the safety and pleasure you
will get from driving it.
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result in
loss of vehicle control, crash and
injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving. Note:
This manual describes product
features and options available throughout
the range of available models, sometimes
even before they are generally available. It
may describe options not fitted to the
vehicle you have purchased.
Note: Some of the illustrations in this
manual may show features as used in
different models, so may appear different
to you on your vehicle. However, the
essential information in the illustrations is
always correct.
Note: Always use and operate your vehicle
in line with all applicable laws and
regulations.
Note: Pass on this manual when selling
your vehicle. It is an integral part of your
vehicle. This manual may qualify the location of a
component as left-hand side or right-hand
side. The side is determined when facing
forward in the seat.
Right-hand side.
A
Left-hand side.
B
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you may
see on your vehicle. Safety alert
See Owner's Manual
Air conditioning system
Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery
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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL (If Equipped)
Power: Press the button to turn the system on and off. Switching off the climate
control system prevents outside air from entering the vehicle.
A
Defrost: Press the button to distribute air to the windshield vents and de-mister.
Air distribution to instrument panel and footwell vents turn off. You can use
this setting to defog and clear the windshield of a thin covering of ice.
B
Heated rear window:
Turns the heated rear window on and off. See Heated
Windows and Mirrors (page 106).
C
MAX A/C:
Turn the temperature control dial all the way past the full cool
position to maximize cooling. Recirculated air flows through the instrument
panel vents, air conditioning automatically turns on, the fan automatically
adjusts to the highest speed and the temperature dial returns to the full cool
position.
D
Temperature control:
Controls the temperature of the airflow in your vehicle.
Adjust to select the desired temperature.
E
MAX Defrost:
Turn the temperature control dial all the way past the full heat
position to maximize defrosting. Outside air flows through the windshield vents,
fan automatically adjusts to the highest speed and the temperature dial returns
to the full heat position. You can use this setting to defog or clear a thin covering
of ice from the windshield. The heated rear window also automatically turns
on when you select MAX Defrost.
F
Note:
To prevent window fogging, you cannot select recirculated air when MAX
Defrost is on.
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Recirculated air: Press the button to switch between outside air and
recirculated air. When recirculated air is selected, the air currently in the
passenger compartment recirculates. This may reduce the time needed to cool
the interior(when used with
A/C) and may also reduce unwanted odors from
entering your vehicle.
G
Note:
Recirculated air may turn off automatically (or be prevented from turning
on) in all airflow modes except MAX A/C to reduce risk of fogging. Recirculated
air may also turn on and off automatically in Panel or Panel and Floor airflow
modes during hot weather in order to improve cooling efficiency.
Air distribution control:
Press these buttons to turn airflow from the
windshield, instrument panel, or footwell vents on or off. The system can
distribute air through any combination of these vents.
H
A/C:
Press the button to turn air conditioning compressor on or off. Use air
conditioning with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency.
I
Note:
In certain conditions (such as when using Max Defrost), the air
conditioning compressor may continue to operate even after you switch off the
air conditioning with the
A/C button.
Fan speed indicators:
Illuminate to indicate fan speed.
J
Fan speed control:
Controls the volume of air circulated in your vehicle. Adjust
to select the desired fan speed.
K
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL
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Driver side climate controlled seats (if equipped): Press the heated seat
icon to turn the heated seat off and on (if equipped). Press the
climate-controlled seat icon to turn the climate-controlled seat off and on (if
equipped). See
Climate Controlled Seats (page 113).
A
Heated rear window:
Turns the heated rear window on and off. See Heated
Windows and Mirrors (page 106).
B
Defrost: Press the button to distribute air to the windshield vents and de-mister.
Air distribution to instrument panel and footwell vents turn off. You can use
this setting to defog and clear the windshield of a thin covering of ice.
C
MAX Defrost:
Press the button to maximize defrosting. Outside air flows
through the windshield vents, and the fan automatically adjusts to the highest
speed. You can use this setting to defog or clear a thin covering of ice from the
windshield. The heated rear window also automatically turns on when you
select MAX Defrost.
D
Note:
To prevent window fogging, you cannot select recirculated air when MAX
Defrost is on.
Fan speed control:
Press + and – to increase or decrease the volume of air
circulated in your vehicle.
E
Power: Press the button to turn the system on and off. Switching off the climate
control system prevents outside air from entering the vehicle.
F
MAX A/C:
Press the button to maximize cooling. Recirculated air flows through
the instrument panel vents, air conditioning automatically turns on, and the fan
automatically adjusts to the highest speed.
G
A/C:
Press the button to turn air conditioning compressor on or off. Use air
conditioning with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency.
H
Note:
In certain conditions (such as when using Max Defrost), the air
conditioning compressor may continue to operate even after you switch off the
air conditioning with the
A/C button.
AUTO:
Press the button to turn on automatic operation. Select the desired
temperature using the temperature control. The system adjusts fan speed, air
distribution, air conditioning operation, and selects outside air or recirculated
air to heat or cool the vehicle in order to maintain the desired temperature. You
can also use the
AUTO button to turn off dual zone operation by pressing and
holding the button for more than two seconds.
I
Passenger side climate controlled seats (if equipped):
Press the heated
seat icon to turn the heated seat off and on (if equipped). Press the
climate-controlled seat icon to turn the climate-controlled seat off and on (if
equipped). See
Climate Controlled Seats (page 113).
J
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When Towing a Trailer
•
Do not drive faster than 70 mph (113
km/h) during the first 500 miles (800
kilometers).
• Do not make full-throttle starts.
• Check your hitch, electrical connections
and trailer wheel lug nuts thoroughly
after you have traveled 50 miles (80
kilometers).
• When stopped in congested or heavy
traffic during hot weather, place the
gearshift in park (P) (automatic
transmission) or neutral (manual
transmission) to aid engine and
transmission cooling and to help air
conditioning performance.
• Switch off the speed control with
heavy loads or in hilly terrain. The
speed control may turn off
automatically when you are towing on
long, steep grades.
• Shift to a lower gear when driving down
a long or steep hill. Do not apply the
brakes continuously, as they may
overheat and become less effective.
• If your transmission is equipped with a
Grade Assist or Tow/Haul feature, use
this feature when towing. This provides
engine braking and helps eliminate
excessive transmission shifting for
optimum fuel economy and
transmission cooling.
• Allow more distance for stopping with
a trailer attached. Anticipate stops and
brake gradually.
• Avoid parking on a grade. However, if
you must park on a grade:
1. Turn the steering wheel to point your vehicle tires away from traffic flow.
2. Set your vehicle parking brake.
3. Place the automatic transmission in park (P) or manual transmission in a
low gear. 4. Place wheel chocks in front and back
of the trailer wheels. (Chocks not
included with vehicle.)
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or
Personal Watercraft (PWC)
Note: Disconnect the wiring to the trailer
before backing the trailer into the water.
Note: Reconnect the wiring to the trailer
after
removing the trailer from the water.
When backing down a ramp during boat
launching or retrieval:
• Do not allow the static water level to
rise above the bottom edge of the rear
bumper.
• Do not allow waves to break higher
than 6 inches (15 centimeters) above
the bottom edge of the rear bumper.
Exceeding these limits may allow water to
enter vehicle components:
• Causing internal damage to the
components.
• Affecting driveability, emissions, and
reliability.
Any time the rear axle submerges in water,
replace the rear axle lubricant. Water may
contaminate the rear axle lubricant, which
is not a normal maintenance inspection
item unless there is a possibility of a leak
or other axle repair is required.
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BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires for
approximately 300 miles (480
kilometers). During this time, your vehicle
may exhibit some unusual driving
characteristics.
Avoid driving too fast during the first 1000
miles (1600 kilometers). Vary your speed
frequently and change up through the
gears early. Do not labor the engine.
Do not tow during the first 1000 miles
(1600 kilometers).
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
Fuel economy is affected by several things
such as how you drive, the conditions you
drive under and how you maintain your
vehicle.
There are some things to keep in mind that
may improve your fuel economy:
•
Accelerate and slow down in a smooth,
moderate fashion.
• Drive at steady speeds.
• Anticipate stops; slowing down may
eliminate the need to stop.
• Combine errands and minimize
stop-and-go driving.
•When running errands, go to the
furthest destination first and then
work your way back home.
• Close the windows for high-speed
driving.
• Drive at reasonable speeds. (Traveling
at 65 mph/105 kph uses about 15%
less fuel than traveling at 75 mph/121
kph).
• Keep the tires properly inflated and use
only the recommended size. •
Use the recommended engine oil.
• Perform all regularly scheduled
maintenance.
There are also some things you may want
to avoid doing because they reduce your
fuel economy:
• Avoid sudden or hard accelerations.
• Avoid revving the engine before turning
off the car.
• Avoid long idle periods.
• Do not warm up your vehicle on cold
mornings.
• Reduce the use of air conditioning and
heat.
• Avoid using speed control in hilly
terrain.
• Do not rest your foot on the brake
pedal while driving.
• Avoid carrying unnecessary weight
(approximately 1 mpg [0.4
kilometers/liter] is lost for every 400
lbs [180 kilograms] of weight carried).
• Avoid adding particular accessories to
your vehicle (e.g. bug deflectors,
rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski
racks).
• Avoid driving with the wheels out of
alignment.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER WARNING
Do not drive through flowing or deep
water as you may lose control of your
vehicle.
Note:
Driving through standing water can
cause vehicle damage.
Note: Engine damage can occur if water
enters the air filter.
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Protected components
Fuse amp rating
Fuse or relay number
Automatic brake system pump.
50A*
5
Body control module.
50A*
6
Body control module.
60A*
7
Body control module.
50A*
8
Rear window defroster.
40A*
9
Blower motor.
40A*
10
Left-hand front window.
30A**
11
Driver seat.
30**
12
Passenger seat.
30A**
13
Climate-controlled seat module.
30A**
14
Convertible top motor.
20A**
15
Not used.
—
16
Convertible top motor.
20A**
17
Not used.
—
18
Steering column lock relay.
20A***
19
Brake on-off switch.
10A***
20
Horn.
20A***
21
Powertrain control module relay.
10A***
22
Air conditioning clutch.
10A***
23
Voltage quality module.
30A**
24
Not used.
—
25
Windshield wiper motor.
25A**
26
Not used.
—
27
Automatic brake system valve.
30A**
28
Electronic fan 1.
30A**
29
Starter motor solenoid.
30A**
30
Electronic fan 3.
40A**
31
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Protected components
Fuse amp rating
Fuse or relay number
Latch relay coil.
10A***
32
Left-hand high-intensity discharge head-
lamps.
20A***
33
Not used.
—
34
Right-hand high-intensity discharge head-
lamps.
20A
35
Alt sense.
10A***
36
Not used.
—
37
Vehicle power 1.
20A***
38
Not used.
—
39
Vehicle power 2.
20A***
40
Fuel injectors.
15A***
41
Vehicle power 3.
15A***
42
Not used.
—
43
Vehicle power 4.
15A***
44
Not used.
—
45
Not used.
—
46
Not used.
—
47
Not used.
—
48
Fuel pump.
30A**
49
Steering column lock relay.
—
50
Not used.
—
51
Horn relay.
—
52
Cigar lighter.
20A**
53
Auxiliary power point.
20A**
54
Electronic fan 2.
25A**
55
Not used.
—
56
Air conditioning clutch relay.
—
57
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Protected components
Fuse amp rating
Fuse or relay number
Not used.
—
58
Not used.
—
59
Powertrain control module.
5A***
60
Not used.
—
61
Anti-lock brakes run-start switch.
5A***
62
Not used.
—
63
Electronic power assist steering.
5A***
64
Not used.
—
65
Blind spot information system.
5A***
66
Rear view camera.
Air conditioning compressor relay coils.
Not used.
—
67
Headlamp leveling switch.
10A***
68
Auxiliary power point relay.
—
69
Heated exterior mirrors.
10A***
70
Not used.
—
71
Rain sensor module.
5A***
72
Not used.
—
73
Mass air flow sensor.
5A***
74
Not used.
—
75
Rear window defroster.
—
76
Electronic cooling fan 2.
—
77
Left-hand high-intensity discharge head-
lamp relay (export).
—
78
Right-hand high-intensity-discharge
headlamp relay (export).
—
79
Windshield wiper relay.
—
80
Starter motor solenoid.
—
81
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Severe Climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates:
•
It may be necessary to have a Ford
authorized dealer increase the coolant
concentration above 50%.
• A coolant concentration of 60%
provides improved freeze point
protection. Engine coolant
concentrations above 60% decrease
the overheat protection characteristics
of the engine coolant and may cause
engine damage.
If you drive in extremely hot climates:
• It may be necessary to have a Ford
authorized dealer decrease the coolant
concentration to 40%.
• A coolant concentration of 40%
provides improved overheat protection.
Engine coolant concentrations below
40% will decrease the freeze and
corrosion protection characteristics of
the engine coolant and may cause
engine damage.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme
climates should use prediluted engine
coolant for optimum cooling system and
engine protection.
What You Should Know About Fail-
Safe Cooling
If you deplete the engine coolant supply,
fail-safe cooling allows you to temporarily
drive your vehicle before you incur
incremental component damage. The
fail-safe distance depends on ambient
temperatures, vehicle load and terrain.
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
If the engine begins to overheat, the engine
coolant temperature gauge will move to
the red (hot) area and: the coolant temperature
warning light will illuminate the service engine soon indicator
will illuminate.
If the engine reaches a preset
over-temperature condition, the engine
automatically switches to alternating
cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder
acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs, your vehicle will still
operate. However:
• The engine power will be limited.
• This will disable the air conditioning
system.
Continued operation increases the engine
temperature, causing the engine to
completely shut down. Your steering and
braking effort increases in this situation.
When the engine temperature cools, you
can re-start your engine. Take your vehicle
to an authorized dealer as soon as possible
to minimize engine damage.
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated WARNINGS
Fail-safe mode is for use during
emergencies only. Operate your
vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long
as necessary to bring your vehicle to rest
in a safe location and seek immediate
repairs. When in fail-safe mode, your
vehicle will have limited power, will not be
able to maintain high-speed operation, and
may completely shut down without
warning, potentially losing engine power,
power steering assist, and power brake
assist, which may increase the possibility
of a crash resulting in serious injury. Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap while the engine is running or hot.
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