engine oil FORD MUSTANG 2023 Workshop Manual
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Other Maintenance Items 1
Change the rear axle fluid.
Change the engine coolant.3At 200,000 mi(320,000 km)
1 Perform these maintenance items within 3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil andfilter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.2 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.3 Initial replacement at 10 years or 200,000 mi (320,000 km), then every 5 years or100,000 mi (160,000 km).
Track Use Maintenance Intervals
Follow these maintenance intervals forwhen you use your vehicle on a track or ina high-speed event.
In addition to the recommendations below,we recommend following the procedurespreviously outlined in the NormalMaintenance Intervals section to help keepyour vehicle running right, to identifypotential issues, and to prevent majorproblems.
Vehicle Use and ExampleInterval
Change the engine oil and filter.One track weekend or approximatelyfour hours of track use
Change the rear axle fluid.1Every 500 mi (800 km)
1 Change the fluid every 500 mi (800 km) or when a message appears in the informationdisplay stating that the axle fluid is overtemperature.
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need toperform extra maintenance, as indicated.If you operate your vehicle occasionallyunder any of these conditions, it is notnecessary to perform the extramaintenance. For specificrecommendations, see your dealershipservice advisor or technician.
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Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the instrumentcluster display and perform services listed in the NormalScheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect rear axle and U-joints. Lubricate if equipped withgrease fittings.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
See axle maintenance items under, Exceptions.
Change manual transmission fluid.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)Replace spark plugs.
Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use(Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)Short Trips that do not allow the engine to get to operating temperature causing fueldilution and an increase of the engine oil level
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the instrumentcluster display and perform services listed in the NormalScheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace cabin air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Inspect engine air filter. Replace as required.Every 15,000 mi(24,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
Replace cabin air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Inspect engine air filter. Replace as required.Every 15,000 mi(24,000 km)
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure treaddepth.
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Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
Change engine oil and filter.1Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six months
Change manual transmission fluid.Every 50,000 mi(80,000 km)
1Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change.
Exclusive Use of E85 - Flex Fuel Vehicles Only
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full of regularunleaded fuel.Every oil change interval
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule:
Axle Maintenance
Change the axle fluid anytime an axle issubmerged in water.
If you receive an axle overtemperaturewarning message in the instrument clusterdisplay and a wrench warning indicatorappears, you should change the rear axlefluid at the next convenient time. Thewrench warning indicator turns off whenyou switch off your vehicle.
Timing Chain
If you use your vehicle extensively at aracetrack or at high rpm, it is possible toexceed the service life of the engine timingchain. A wrench indicator light willilluminate when it is time for you to replaceyour chain. See an authorized dealer.
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, theCalifornia Air Resources Board hasdetermined that the failure to perform thismaintenance item does not nullify theemission warranty or limit recall liabilitybefore the completion of your vehicle'suseful life. Ford Motor Company, however,urges you to have all recommendedmaintenance services performed at thespecified intervals and to record all vehicleservice.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa orlocations with similar climates using anAmerican Petroleum Institute (API)Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certificationmark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normaloil change interval is 3,000 mi (4,800 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are notavailable, then the oil change interval is1,800 mi (2,900 km).
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Electromagnetic Compatibility..............496Emission Law.................................................159Enabling Remote Start...............................123End User License Agreement.................499Engine Block Heater....................................150Engine Coolant Check...............................265Engine Emission Control............................159Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................73Engine Oil Check..........................................262Engine Oil Dipstick......................................262Engine Specifications - 2.3LEcoBoostâ„¢..................................................337Engine Specifications - 5.0L, Mach1........................................................................337Engine Specifications - 5.0L...................339Entertainment..............................................409Environment.....................................................22Essential Towing Checks...........................221Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording.............................................15Export Unique Options..................................21Extending the Remote StartDuration.........................................................123Exterior Mirrors................................................87
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Fastening the Seatbelts...............................41Flat TireSee: Changing a Road Wheel.......................330Flat Tire InflationSee: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.................301Floor Mats........................................................231Fog Lamps - FrontSee: Front Fog Lamps........................................82Ford Credit.........................................................19Ford Protect...................................................447Front Fog Lamps............................................82Front Passenger Sensing System............50Fuel and Refueling.......................................152Fuel Consumption........................................157Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................153Fuel Filter.........................................................275Fuel Quality.....................................................152Fuel Shutoff...................................................234
Fuses................................................................246Fuse Specification Chart..........................246
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Garage Door Opener...................................140Garage Door Opener Limitations...........140Garage Door Opener Precautions..........140Garage Door Opener RadioFrequencies.................................................143Gauges - Mach 1.............................................90Gauges - Vehicles With: 12.3 InchInstrument Cluster DisplayScreen.............................................................90Gauges - Vehicles With: 4.2 InchInstrument Cluster DisplayScreen..............................................................92GearboxSee: Transmission..............................................163General Information on RadioFrequencies...................................................58General Maintenance Information.......449Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.........................................................242Getting the Services You Need...............239Glasses Holder...............................................145Global Opening..............................................86
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HandbrakeSee: Parking Brake..............................................172Hazard Flashers............................................234Headlamp AdjustingSee: Adjusting the Headlamps.....................274Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................81HeadrestSee: Head Restraints.........................................133Head Restraints.............................................133Heated Exterior Mirrors................................131Heated Rear Window...................................131HeatingSee: Climate Control.........................................126Hill Start Assist..............................................173Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate- Vehicles With: AutomaticTemperature Control...............................130
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MyKey – Information Messages.....................65MyKey™.............................................................63MyKey Settings.....................................................63MyKey – Troubleshooting.................................65
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Navigation......................................................423Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........452
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Oil Change Indicator Reset......................263Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check......................................262Opening and Closing the Hood...............257Opening the Convertible Top..................228Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature.....................................................244Overriding Automatic High BeamControl............................................................85
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Parking Aids....................................................178Principle of Operation.......................................178Parking Brake..................................................172Passive Anti-Theft System.........................73PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................73Perchlorate........................................................19Personal Safety Systemâ„¢..........................47Phone................................................................421Post-Crash Alert System...........................237Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking.............................67Power Seats...................................................136Power Steering Fluid Check......................271Power Windows.............................................86Pre-Collision Assist.....................................203Programming a MyKey................................64Programming the Garage Door Openerto Your Garage Door OpenerMotor...............................................................141Programming the Garage Door Openerto Your Gate Opener Motor....................142Programming the Garage Door Openerto Your Hand-Held Transmitter.............141
Protecting the Environment.......................22PunctureSee: Changing a Road Wheel.......................330
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Radio Frequency CertificationLabels...........................................................459Blind Spot Information SystemSensors.............................................................459Body Control Module.......................................465Cruise Control Module....................................468Garage Door Opener..........................................471Keys and Remote Controls.............................472Radio Transceiver Module...............................477SYNC......................................................................482Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemSensors............................................................486Rear Axle..........................................................170Rear Parking Aid............................................179Rear Seats.......................................................138Rear View Camera.......................................180Rear View CameraSee: Rear View Camera...................................180Recommended Towing Weights...........220Reduced Engine Performance................230Refueling..........................................................155Remote Control..............................................58Remotely Starting the Engine..................123Remotely Stopping the Engine................124Remote Start Limitations..........................123Remote Start Remote ControlIndicators......................................................124Remote Start..................................................123Remote Start Settings......................................124Remote Start Settings................................124Setting the Remote Start Duration..............125Switching Climate Control Auto Mode Onand Off...............................................................124Switching Climate Control Last SettingsOn and Off........................................................124Switching the Heated Seat Settings On andOff........................................................................124Switching the Heated Steering WheelSettings On and Off......................................125Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............298Replacement PartsRecommendation........................................19
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