cooling FORD MUSTANG 2016 6.G User Guide

Adding Engine Coolant
Note:
Do not use stop leak pellets, cooling
system sealants or additives as they can
cause damage to the engine cooling or
heating systems. Your warranty may not
cover these damages.
Note: During normal vehicle operation, the
coolant may change color from orange to
pink or light red. As long as the coolant is
clear and uncontaminated, this color change
does not indicate the coolant has degraded
nor does it require the coolant to be drained,
the system to be flushed, or the coolant to
be replaced.
Do not mix different colors or types of
coolant in your vehicle. Mixing of engine
coolants may harm your engine ’s cooling
system. Use prediluted engine coolant
meeting the correct specification. See
Capacities and Specifications (page
268). The use of an incorrect coolant may
harm the engine or cooling system
components and may not be covered by
the vehicle Warranty.
In case of emergency, you can add a large
amount of water without engine coolant
in order to reach a vehicle service location.
In this instance, qualified personnel:
1. Must drain the cooling system.
2. Chemically clean the cooling system with Motorcraft Premium Cooling
System Flush.
3. Refill with engine coolant as soon as possible.
Water alone, without engine coolant, can
cause engine damage from corrosion,
overheating or freezing.
Do not use the following as a coolant
substitute:
• Alcohol.
• Methanol. •
Brine.
• Any engine coolant mixed with alcohol
or methanol antifreeze or coolant.
Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine
damage from overheating or freezing.
Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to
the coolant. These can be harmful and
compromise the corrosion protection of
the engine coolant.
When adding coolant:
1. Unscrew the cap slowly. Any pressure will escape as you unscrew the cap.
2. Add prediluted engine coolant meeting
the correct specification. See
Capacities and Specifications (page
268
).
3. Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir the next few times you drive
your vehicle.
4. If necessary, add enough prediluted engine coolant to bring the coolant
level to the proper level.
Recycled Engine Coolant
We do not recommend the use of recycled
engine coolant as an approved recycling
process is not yet available.
Used engine coolant should be disposed
of in an appropriate manner. Follow your
community ’s regulations and standards
for recycling and disposing of automotive
fluids.
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Severe Climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates:
•
It may be necessary to have an
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 an
authorized dealer decrease the coolant
concentration to 40%.
• A coolant concentration of 40%
provides improved overheat protection.
Engine coolant concentrations below
40% 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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5. If the coolant is low, add coolant, and
restart the engine. See Adding Engine
Coolant or How Fail-Safe Cooling
Works in this chapter for more
information.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK
1. Clean the filler plug. The filler plug is on the right-hand side of the
transmission. 2. Remove the filler plug.
3. The correct fluid fill level is
0.0–0.1 in
(0– 3 mm) below the bottom edge of
the filler hole.
4. Add fluid through the filler hole.
5. Install the filler plug.
6. Tighten the filler plug until you feel a strong resistance.
Only use fluid that meets Ford
specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 268). AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK
If required, have an authorized dealer check
and change the transmission fluid at the
correct service interval. See
Scheduled
Maintenance (page 341).
The automatic transmission does not have
a transmission fluid dipstick.
Refer to your scheduled maintenance
information for scheduled intervals for fluid
checks and changes. Your transmission
does not consume fluid. However, if the
transmission slips, shifts slowly or if you
notice a sign of leaking fluid, contact an
authorized dealer.
Do not use supplemental transmission
fluid additives, treatments or cleaning
agents. The use of these materials may
affect transmission operation and result
in damage to internal transmission
components.
BRAKE AND CLUTCH FLUID
CHECK
Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX
lines are within the normal operating range;
there is no need to add fluid. If the fluid
levels are outside of the normal operating
range, the performance of the system
could be compromised; seek service from
your authorized dealer immediately.
POWER STEERING FLUID
CHECK
Your vehicle is equipped with an electric
power steering (EPS) system. There is no
fluid reservoir to check or fill.
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•
Clean the wheels weekly using
Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner.
Apply using manufacturer's
instructions.
• Use a sponge to remove heavy
deposits of dirt and brake dust
accumulation.
• Rinse thoroughly with a strong stream
of water when you have completed the
cleaning process.
• To remove tar and grease, use
Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you plan on storing your vehicle for 30
days or more, read the following
maintenance recommendations to make
sure your vehicle stays in good operating
condition.
We engineer and test all motor vehicles
and their components for reliable, regular
driving. Under various conditions,
long-term storage may lead to degraded
engine performance or failure unless you
use specific precautions to preserve engine
components.
General
• Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated
place.
• Protect from sunlight, if possible.
• If vehicles are stored outside, they
require regular maintenance to protect
against rust and damage.
Body
• Wash your vehicle thoroughly to
remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from
exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing
and the underside of front fenders.
• Periodically wash your vehicle if it is
stored in exposed locations. •
Touch-up exposed or primed metal to
prevent rust.
• Cover chrome and stainless steel parts
with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary
when you wash your vehicle.
• Lubricate all hood, door and luggage
compartment hinges and latches with
a light grade oil.
• Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
Engine
• Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
• With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
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Check every month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure. Windshield washer fluid level. Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,
it is important to have the systems on your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great.
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When to expect the message prompting you to change your oil
Vehicle use and example
Interval
Normal
7,000– 10,000 mi
(12,000– 16,000 km) Normal commuting with highway driving
No, or moderate, load or towing
Flat to moderately hilly roads
No extended idling
Severe
5,000– 7,000 mi
(8,000– 11,999 km) Moderate to heavy load or towing
Mountainous or off-road conditions
Extended idling
Extended hot or cold operation
Extreme
3,000–5,000 mi
(4,800– 7,999 km) Maximum load or towing
Extreme hot or cold operation
Normal Maintenance Intervals At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display
*
Change engine oil and filter. **
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with dipstick). Consult your
dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, rotors, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect rear axle and U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings.
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Digital Radio..................................................293
HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting............................................ 294
Direction Indicators.......................................69
Drive Control
...................................................167
Selectable Drive Modes.................................... 167
Selectable Steering........................................... 168
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................35 Children and Airbags........................................... 35
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment........................................................ 35
Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags........40
Driving Aids
.....................................................159
Driving at High Speed................................266
Driving Hints...................................................186
Driving Through Water...............................186
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps........................ 68
E
Economical Driving
......................................186
Emission Control System..........................129
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 130
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 130
End User License Agreement.................359 VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ................................. 359
Engine Block Heater.....................................122 Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 123
Engine Coolant Check
.................................215
Adding Engine Coolant..................................... 216
Checking the Engine Coolant......................... 215
Recycled Engine Coolant................................. 216
Severe Climates................................................... 217
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling............................................................... 217
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 59
Engine Oil Check
...........................................214
Adding Engine Oil............................................... 214
Engine Oil Dipstick.......................................214
Engine Specifications - 2.3L EcoBoost™.................................................268
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 268
Engine Specifications - 3.7L....................268 Drivebelt Routing............................................... 269Engine Specifications - 5.0L...................269
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 269
Environment......................................................14
Essential Towing Checks
...........................179
Before Towing a Trailer..................................... 179
Hitches.................................................................... 179
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)........................................ 180
Safety Chains....................................................... 179
Trailer Brakes........................................................ 179
Trailer Lamps........................................................ 179
When Towing a Trailer...................................... 180
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Export Unique Options..................................13
Extended Service Plan (ESP).................339 SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)............340
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)......................... 339
Exterior Mirrors..................................................71 Blind Spot Monitor............................................... 72
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors................................. 71
Heated Exterior Mirrors........................................ 71
Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors............................ 71
Memory Mirrors...................................................... 71
Pony Projection Lights......................................... 71
Power Exterior Mirrors.......................................... 71
Signal Indicator Mirrors....................................... 71
F
Fastening the Seatbelts...............................27 Seatbelt Extension Assembly......................... 29
Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 29
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................28
Flat Tire Inflation See: Temporary Mobility Kit........................... 235
Floor Mats........................................................187
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps........................................ 68
Ford Credit
..........................................................11
(U.S. Only)................................................................. 11
Front Fog Lamps............................................68
Front Passenger Sensing System............36
Fuel and Refueling.......................................124
Fuel Consumption........................................128 Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 128
Filling the Fuel Tank........................................... 128
Fuel Filter
........................................................220
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Fuel Quality.....................................................125
Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 125
Octane Recommendations............................ 125
Fuel Shutoff
...................................................190
Fuses.................................................................201
Fuse Specification Chart...........................201 Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel................................................................. 205
Power Distribution Box..................................... 201
G
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener.............113
Gauges................................................................74 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.............75
Fuel Gauge.............................................................. 75
Gauge Package..................................................... 76
Information Display............................................. 74
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................43
Intelligent Access................................................. 43
General Maintenance Information.........341 Multi-Point Inspection..................................... 343
Owner Checks and Services.......................... 342
Protecting Your Investment............................ 341
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.......................... 341
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?...................................................... 341
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada..........................................................197
Getting the Services You Need...............194 Away From Home.............................................. 194
Glasses Holder
...............................................118
Global Opening...............................................70 Opening the Windows......................................... 71
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake............................................. 138
Hazard Warning Flashers..........................190
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps..................... 222
Headlamp Exit Delay....................................67 Head Restraints
.............................................107
Adjusting the Head Restraint........................ 108
Front Seat Non-Adjustable Head Restraints ........................................................................\
...... 108
Tilting Head Restraints ................................... 108
Heated Windows and Mirrors..................105 Heated Exterior Mirror...................................... 105
Heated Rear Window........................................ 105
Heating See: Climate Control.......................................... 99
Hill Start Assist..............................................139 Switching the System On and Off...............140
Using Hill Start Assist....................................... 139
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate..........................................................102
Cooling the Interior Quickly............................ 104
General Hints....................................................... 102
Heating the Interior Quickly............................ 103
Recommended Settings for Cooling..........104
Recommended Settings for Heating..........104
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather............................................................ 105
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes............................................................138
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........209
I
In California (U.S. Only).............................195
Information Display Control
.......................62
Information Displays....................................80 General Information........................................... 80
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Using SYNC™ With Your Media
Player............................................................320
Accessing Your USB Song Library...............324
Bluetooth Devices and System Settings............................................................ 326
Connecting Your Digital Media Player to the USB Port.......................................................... 320
Media Menu Features....................................... 324
Media Voice Commands.................................. 321
USB 2...................................................................... 326
Voice Commands for Audio Sources..........327
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............303 Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu................................................................. 308
Accessing Your Phone Settings...................... 311
Bluetooth Devices............................................... 312
Making Calls........................................................ 306
Pairing a Phone for the First Time...............303
Pairing Subsequent Phones......................... 304
Phone Options during an Active Call.........307
Phone Voice Commands............................... 305
Receiving Calls.................................................... 307
System Settings.................................................. 313
Text Messaging.................................................. 309
Using Traction Control.................................141 Switching the System Off ............................... 141
System Indicator Lights and Messages........................................................... 141
Using Voice Recognition............................301 Initiating a Voice Session................................. 301
System Interaction and Feedback..............302
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)..........................197
V
Vehicle Care...................................................228 General Information......................................... 228
Vehicle Certification Label........................274
Vehicle Identification Number
................273 Vehicle Storage.............................................233
Battery................................................................... 234
Body........................................................................\
233
Brakes..................................................................... 234
Cooling system................................................... 233
Engine..................................................................... 233
Fuel system.......................................................... 233
General.................................................................. 233
Miscellaneous..................................................... 234
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................234
Tires........................................................................\
234
Ventilation See: Climate Control.......................................... 99
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number.............273
Voice Control...................................................62
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators.................76 Adaptive Cruise Control..................................... 76
Anti-Lock Braking System................................. 76
Battery...................................................................... 76
Blind Spot Monitor............................................... 76
Brake System......................................................... 76
Cruise Control......................................................... 77
Direction Indicator................................................ 77
Door Ajar................................................................... 77
Engine Coolant Temperature........................... 77
Engine Oil................................................................. 77
Fasten Safety Belt................................................ 77
Front Airbag............................................................. 77
Front Fog Lamps................................................... 77
Heads Up Display.................................................. 77
High Beam............................................................... 78
Low Fuel Level....................................................... 78
Low Tire Pressure Warning............................... 78
Parking Lamps....................................................... 78
Service Engine Soon............................................ 78
Stability Control.................................................... 78
Stability Control Off............................................ 79
Washer Fluid Check....................................220
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 228
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 63
Waxing.............................................................229
Welcome Lighting..........................................69 Pony Projection Lights....................................... 69
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