cooling FORD MUSTANG 2017 6.G User Guide

Note:
Automotive fluids are not
interchangeable. Take care not to put
engine coolant in the windshield washer
fluid reservoir or windshield washer fluid in
the engine coolant reservoir.
Note: Do not use stop leak pellets, cooling
system sealants, or non-specified additives
as they can cause damage to the engine
cooling or heating systems. Resulting
component damage may not be covered by
the vehicle Warranty.
It is very important to use prediluted
coolant approved to the correct
specification in order to avoid plugging the
small passageways in the engine cooling
system. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 272). Do not mix
different colors or types of coolant in your
vehicle. Mixing of engine coolants or using
an incorrect coolant may harm the engine
or cooling system components and may
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Note: If prediluted coolant is not available,
use the approved concentrated coolant
diluting it to 50/50 with distilled water. See
Capacities and Specifications (page 272).
Using w

ater that has not been deionised
may contribute to deposit formation,
corrosion and plugging of the small cooling
system passageways.
Note: Coolants marketed for all makes and
models may not be approved to Ford
specifications and may cause damage to
the cooling system. Resulting component
damage may not be covered by the vehicle
Warranty.
If the coolant level is at or below the
minimum mark, add prediluted coolant
immediately.
To top up the coolant level do the
following:
1. Unscrew the cap slowly. Any pressure escapes as you unscrew the cap. 2. Add prediluted coolant approved to
the correct specification. See
Capacities and Specifications (page
272
).
3. Add enough prediluted coolant to reach the correct level.
4. Replace the coolant reservoir cap, turn
it clockwise until you feel a strong
resistance.
5. Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir the next few times you drive
your vehicle. If necessary, add enough
prediluted engine coolant to bring the
coolant level to the correct level.
If you have to add more than
1.1 qt (1 L) of
engine coolant per month, have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Operating an engine with a low level of
coolant can result in engine overheating
and possible engine damage.
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.
Note: In case of emergency, you can add a
large amount of water without coolant in
order to reach a vehicle service location.
Water alone, without coolant, can cause
engine damage from corrosion, overheating
or freezing. When you reach a service
location, you must have the cooling system
drained and refilled with prediluted coolant
approved to the correct specification. See
Capacities and Specifications (page 272).
Do not us

e the following as a coolant
substitute:
• Alcohol.
• Methanol.
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•
Brine.
• Any coolant mixed with alcohol or
methanol antifreeze.
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 coolant.
Recycled Coolant
We do not recommend the use of recycled
coolant as an approved recycling process
is not yet available.
Dispose of used engine coolant in an
appropriate manner. Follow your
community's regulations and standards
for recycling and disposing of automotive
fluids.
Severe Climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates:
• It may be necessary to increase the
coolant concentration above 50%.
• A coolant concentration of 60%
provides improved freeze point
protection. Coolant concentrations
above 60% decrease the overheat
protection characteristics of the
coolant and may cause engine
damage.
If you drive in extremely hot climates:
• You can decrease the coolant
concentration to 40%.
• Coolant concentrations below 40%
decrease the freeze and corrosion
protection characteristics of the
coolant and may cause engine
damage.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme
climates should use prediluted coolant for
optimum cooling system and engine
protection. Coolant Change
At specific mileage intervals, as listed in
the scheduled maintenance information,
the coolant should be changed. Add
prediluted coolant approved to the correct
specification. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 272).
Fail-Safe Cooling
Fail-safe cooling allows you to temporarily
drive your vehicle before any incremental
component damage occurs. The fail-safe
distance depends on ambient
temperature, vehicle load and terrain.
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
If the engine begins to overheat, the
coolant temperature gauge moves toward
the red zone: A warning lamp illuminates and
a message may appear in the
information display.
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 still
operates, however:
• Engine power is limited.
• The air conditioning system turns off.
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 the engine. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage.
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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.
Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting.
Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected.
Brakes
• Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure.
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Description
Item
Callout
Touch up or down to increase or decrease
the volume of air circulated in your
vehicle.
Fan speed:
H
Touch to switch the air conditioning on
or off. Use A/C with recirculated air to
improve cooling performance and effi-
ciency. A/C engages automatically in
MAX A/C, defrost and footwell/defrost
A/C
I
Touch to cool your vehicle with recircu-
lated air. Touch again for normal A/C
operation. MAX A/C distributes air
through instrument panel vents and may
help reduce odors from entering your
vehicle. MAX A/C is more economical and
efficient than normal A/C mode.
MAX A/C
Touch to switch the air conditioning on
or off. Use A/C with recirculated air to
improve cooling performance and effi-
ciency. A/C engages automatically in
MAX A/C, defrost and footwell/defrost
A/C
Touch to switch the recirculated air on or
off which may reduce the amount of time
needed to cool down the interior and help
reduce odors from reaching the interior.
Recirculated air also engages automatic-
ally when you select MAX A/C. You can
engage this manually in any airflow mode
except defrost. It may also turn off in all
airflow modes except MAX A/C to reduce
fog potential.
Recirculated air:
Select these controls individually or
together to direct the air flow to the
desired area.
Manual airflow distribu-
tion controls:
J
Distributes air through the instrument
panel vents.
Panel:
Distributes air through the demister vents,
floor vents and rear seat floor vents.
Floor:
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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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D
Data Recording..................................................9
Event Data Recording.......................................... 10
Service Data Recording........................................ 9
Daytime Running Lamps............................69 Type 1 - Conventional
(Non-Configurable)....................................... 69
Type 2 - Configurable......................................... 69
Digital Radio
...................................................297
HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting............................................ 298
Direction Indicators
.......................................70
Doors and Locks.............................................54
Drive Control...................................................170
Selectable Drive Modes................................... 170
Selectable Steering............................................. 171
Driver and Passenger Airbags...................36 Children and Airbags.......................................... 36
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment........................................................ 36
Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags
.........41
Driving Aids.....................................................162
Driving at High Speed.................................270
Driving Hints...................................................186
Driving Through Water...............................186
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps......................... 69
E
Economical Driving
......................................186
Emission Control System...........................132 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II).................... 133
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing.................................................... 133
End User License Agreement
.................435
VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ................................. 435
Engine Block Heater....................................124 Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 125
Engine Coolant Check.................................217 Adding Coolant.................................................... 217
Coolant Change.................................................. 219
Engine Coolant Temperature Management.................................................. 220
Fail-Safe Cooling................................................ 219
Recycled Coolant................................................ 219Severe Climates..................................................
219
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System.................... 60
Engine Oil Check...........................................216 Adding Engine Oil............................................... 216
Engine Oil Dipstick.......................................216
Engine Specifications - 2.3L EcoBoost™..................................................272
Drivebelt Routing................................................ 272
Engine Specifications - 3.7L.....................272 Drivebelt Routing................................................ 273
Engine Specifications - 5.0L....................273 Drivebelt Routing................................................ 273
Entertainment..............................................360 AM/FM Radio....................................................... 361
Apps....................................................................... 369
Bluetooth Stereo or USB................................ 368
CD (If equipped)................................................ 367
HD Radio ™ Information (If
Available)........................................................ 364
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (If Activated)........................................................ 362
Sources................................................................. 360
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................ 369
USB Ports............................................................. 369
Environment
......................................................15
Essential Towing Checks..........................180 Before Towing a Trailer.................................... 180
Hitches................................................................... 180
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC).......................................... 181
Safety Chains...................................................... 180
Trailer Brakes....................................................... 180
Trailer Lamps....................................................... 180
When Towing a Trailer....................................... 181
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Export Unique Options.................................14
Exterior Mirrors
.................................................72
Blind Spot Monitor............................................... 73
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors................................ 72
Heated Exterior Mirrors....................................... 72
Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors........................... 72
Memory Mirrors...................................................... 72
Pony Projection Lights........................................ 72
Power Exterior Mirrors......................................... 72
Signal Indicator Mirrors....................................... 72
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Fastening the Seatbelts..............................28
Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 30
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................29
Flat Tire Inflation See: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.................239
Floor Mats........................................................187
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps........................................ 69
Ford Credit..........................................................11
US Only...................................................................... 11
Ford Protect....................................................415 Ford Protect (CANADA ONLY)...................... 416
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S. Only)................................................................... 415
Front Fog Lamps............................................69
Front Passenger Sensing System.............37
Fuel and Refueling
.......................................126
Fuel Consumption.........................................131
Calculating Fuel Economy................................ 131
Filling the Fuel Tank............................................ 131
Fuel Filler Funnel Location.........................127
Fuel Filter
.........................................................222
Fuel Quality.....................................................127 Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 127
Octane Recommendations............................. 127
Fuel Shutoff
...................................................190
Fuses................................................................202
Fuse Specification Chart
..........................202
Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel................................................................. 206
Power Distribution Box.................................... 202
G
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener.............115
Gauges................................................................75 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.............76
Fuel Gauge.............................................................. 76
Gauge Package...................................................... 77
Information Display............................................. 75
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................44
Intelligent Access................................................. 44
General Maintenance Information
.........417
Multi-Point Inspection...................................... 419Owner Checks and Services..........................
418
Protecting Your Investment............................ 417
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?........................... 417
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?...................................................... 417
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada..........................................................198
Getting the Services You Need...............195 Away From Home............................................... 195
Glasses Holder
..............................................120
Global Opening................................................71 Opening the Windows........................................ 72
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake............................................... 141
Hazard Warning Flashers..........................190
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps..................... 225
Headlamp Exit Delay....................................68
Head Restraints............................................108 Adjusting the Head Restraint........................ 109
Front Seat Non-Adjustable Head Restraints ........................................................................\
...... 109
Tilting Head Restraints ................................... 109
Heated Windows and Mirrors
..................106
Heated Exterior Mirror...................................... 106
Heated Rear Window....................................... 106
Heating See: Climate Control........................................ 100
Hill Start Assist
..............................................142
Switching the System On and Off...............143
Using Hill Start Assist........................................ 142
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate..........................................................103
Cooling the Interior Quickly............................ 105
General Hints....................................................... 103
Heating the Interior Quickly............................ 104
Recommended Settings for Cooling..........105
Recommended Settings for Heating..........104
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather............................................................ 105
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes.............................................................141
Home Screen
.................................................352
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood............211
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Vehicle Storage............................................236
Battery.................................................................... 237
Body........................................................................\
237
Brakes..................................................................... 237
Cooling system.................................................... 237
Engine..................................................................... 237
Fuel system.......................................................... 237
General................................................................... 237
Miscellaneous..................................................... 238
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................238
Tires........................................................................\
. 237
Ventilation See: Climate Control........................................ 100
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number.............277
Voice Control
...................................................63
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators..................77 Adaptive Cruise Control...................................... 77
Anti-Lock Braking System................................. 77
Battery....................................................................... 77
Blind Spot Monitor............................................... 77
Brake System.......................................................... 77
Cruise Control........................................................ 78
Direction Indicator................................................ 78
Door Ajar.................................................................. 78
Engine Coolant Temperature........................... 78
Engine Oil................................................................ 78
Fasten Safety Belt................................................ 78
Front Airbag............................................................ 78
Front Fog Lamps.................................................. 78
Heads Up Display................................................. 78
High Beam............................................................... 79
Low Fuel Level....................................................... 79
Low Tire Pressure Warning............................... 79
Parking Lamps....................................................... 79
Service Engine Soon............................................ 79
Stability Control.................................................... 79
Stability Control Off........................................... 80
Washer Fluid Check.....................................222
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 232
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 64
Waxing
.............................................................233
Welcome Lighting..........................................70 Pony Projection Lights........................................ 70Wheel Nuts
See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 265
Wheels and Tires.........................................239 Technical Specifications................................... 271
Windows and Mirrors.....................................71
Windshield Washers.....................................65
Windshield Wipers
........................................64
Intermittent Wipe................................................ 64
Speed Dependent Wipers................................ 64
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades.................. 225
Wipers and Washers.....................................64
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