1996 FORD MUSTANG trunk

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[RE08980( ALL)01/95]
6. Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug
nuts in the order shown in the following
illustration. As soon as possible, have your
dealer or a qualified service technician check
the lug nuts for proper torque specifications.
% [RE09100( ALL)03/93]
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The lug nuts on the wheel
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[RE09400( ALL)01/95]
7. Place any wheel covers and ornaments in the
trunk.
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[RE09500( ALL)03/95]
8. Put the tire, jack, and wrench away. Make
sure the jack is securely fastened so it does
not rattle when you drive.
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[RE09600( ALL)06/95]
9. Unblock the wheels.
% [RE10600(MBC )12/94]
Aluminum Road Wheel Ornaments
(If equipped)
[RE10700(MBC )03/93]
To remove the ornament, stick the tapered end
of the jack handle between the ornament and
wheel and pry off the ornament.
[RE10800(MBC )03/93]
To replace the ornament, stick one side of the
ornament into the center of the wheel and strike
the other side with the palm of your hand.
[RE11838(M GV)03/93]
Remove the wheelcover from the wheel using
the flanged end of the wheel nut wrench by
inserting the handle and then prying against the
inner wheelcover flange.
[RE11842(M GV)10/95]
Install the wheelcover on the wheel with the
valve stem in the wheel matching the hole in the
wheelcover. Push by hand on the outside edges
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[SV57600( ALL)01/95]
Body
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[SV57700( ALL)01/95]
q
Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt,
grease, oil, tar or mud from exterior surfaces,
rear wheel housing and underside of front
fenders.
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[SV57800( ALL)01/95]
q
Periodically wash vehicles stored in exposed
locations.
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[SV57900( ALL)01/95]
q
Touch-up raw or primed metal to prevent
rust.
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[SV58000( ALL)01/95]
q
Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a
thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary when the
vehicle is washed.
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[SV58100( ALL)04/95]
q
Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges
and latches with a light grade oil.
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[SV58200( ALL)01/95]
q
Cover interior soft trim to prevent fading.
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[SV58300( ALL)01/95]
q
Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
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[SV58350( ALL)01/95]
Engine
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[SV58400( ALL)01/95]
q
Start engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle
until it reaches normal operating temperature.
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[SV58500( ALL)01/95]
q
With your foot on the brake, shift through all
the gears while the engine is running.
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[SV58600( ALL)01/95]
Fuel system
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[SV58700( ALL)07/94]
q
Fill fuel tank with high-quality unleaded fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the fuel
pump nozzle.
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[SV58900( ALL)03/95]
NOTE: During extended periods of vehicle
storage (60 days or more), fuel may
deteriorate due to oxidation. This can
damage rubber and other polymers in
the fuel system and may also clog
small orifices.
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Trunk
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332 Index
Power point electrical outlet....... 130
Power steering
dipstick.............274±275
driving with power steering...... 186
fluid, checking and adding....... 274
fluid, refill capacity.......... 298
fluid, specifications.......... 300
servicing............... 186
Prop rod, hood............. 238
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems) . . . 141
Rear axle
lubricant specification......... 300
refill capacity............. 298
Rearview mirror............. 126
Rear window
defroster................ 83
washer reservoir........... 261
Refill capacities for fluids........ 298
Regulations, National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration............ 222
Relays................. 278
Remote control, trunk.......... 132
Remote entry system
arming and disarming the anti-theft system 111
illuminated entry........... 112
locking/unlocking doors........ 110
opening the trunk........... 110
panic alarm.............. 111
replacement/additional transmitters . . . 113
replacing the batteries......... 112
Reporting safety defects......... 222
Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints)
adult.................. 9
child.................. 28
head................. 116
infant............... 28,30
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336 Index
Tires (continued)
snow tires and chains......... 268
spare tire............... 206
storing your vehicle.......... 303
tire grades............265±266
treadwear............265, 267
wear bands.............. 265
Towing a trailer (see Trailer towing) . . . 194
Towing your vehicle
using wheel dollies.......... 213
with a tow truck........... 213
Traction-lok rear axle.......... 185
Trailer towing
calculating maximum
trailer weight..........194±195
safety chains............. 196
tips................. 197
trailer brakes............. 196
trailer lamps............. 197
Transmission
automatic operation.......... 177
fluid, checking and adding (automatic) . 270
fluid, checking and adding (manual) . . 272
fluid, refill capacities......... 298
lubricant specifications......... 300
manual operation........... 182
Transmission control switch....... 180
Transmitter (see Remote entry)...... 110
Trip odometer............... 75
Trunk
remote release lever.......... 132
using the keys to open........ 131
using the remote entry system
to open.............. 110
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