1997 FORD MUSTANG boot

85
% [CF46600(M )12/95]
Convertible (If equipped)
[CF46700(M )12/95]
NOTE: Do not store articles behind rear seat.
Articles stored in the convertible top
stowage compartment may break the
rear glass window when the top is
lowered.
% [CF46800(M )12/95]
Lowering the Convertible Top
[CF46900(M )12/95]
The convertible top can be lowered with the side
windows either up or down.
[CF47000(M )12/95]
NOTE: CONVERTIBLE TOP WILL NOT
OPERATE UNLESS PARKING BRAKE
IS ENGAGED. Do not lower the top
while the vehicle is moving because
the top may be severely damaged.
Also, do not lower the top when the
top material is wet.
[CF47100(M )12/95]
To lower the convertible top:
[CF47200(M )12/95]
1. Bring vehicle to a complete stop. Engage the
parking brake.
[CF47300(M )12/95]
2. Check the convertible top stowage
compartment behind the rear seat to be sure
it is empty and ready to receive the top.
[CF47400(M )12/95]
3. Unclamp the top from the windshield header
at both the right and left sides by pulling
each clamp rearward until the hook in the
windshield header is free. The clamps are
flush with the header when in the closed
position.
[CF47500(M )12/95]
4. Close the windshield header clamps
immediately after disengagement, to avoid
cutting the top material and to permit
installation of the vinyl boot.
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87 % [CF48000(M )12/95]
Installation of the Boot
[CF48100(M )12/95]
To install the boot:
[CF48200(M )12/95]
1. Insert boot tongue into groove located on
rear seat.
[CF48300(M )04/96]
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88 [CF48400(M )12/95]2. Push boot forward until rear attachment
engages under molding.
[CF48500(M )04/96]
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3. Push forward flap of boot until both clips
engage under trim panel edge. Repeat on
other side of vehicle.
[CF48700(M )12/95]
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89 [CF48800(M )04/96]
4. Tuck side attachments under molding.
Repeat on other side of vehicle.
[CF48900(M )12/95]
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5. Push and pull front of boot to ensure tongue
is engaged into groove.
[CF49100(M )12/95]
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90 [CF49200(M )12/95]6. Removal
[CF49300(M )04/96]
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Raising the Convertible Top
[CF49500(M )12/95]
NOTE: CONVERTIBLE TOP WILL NOT
OPERATE UNLESS PARKING BRAKE
IS ENGAGED. Do not raise the top
while the vehicle is moving because
the top may be severely damaged.
[CF49600(M )12/95]
To raise the convertible top:
[CF49700(M )12/95]
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Engage
the parking brake.
[CF49800(M )12/95]
2. Remove the boot cover, place it in the bag
and store it in the luggage compartment.
[CF49900(M )12/95]
3. Lower the front and rear side windows.
[CF50000(M )12/95]
4. Push the convertible top button in, holding it
until the top unfolds and moves forward
toward the windshield header.
[CF50100(M )12/95]
5. Open both top clamps before the top meets
the windshield header.
[CF50200(M )12/95]
6. Continue to use the top motor to raise the
top until it has reached the fully closed
position flush to the header.
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109 %
*
[SS07500(MBC )12/95]
Rear Seat Entry
[SS07600(M )12/95]
Coupe models
[SS07800(M )12/95]
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Entering the rear seat (coupe)
[SS07900(MBC )12/95]
The rotating boot on the lap belt is designed to
allow rear seat entry/exit. To enter the rear seat:
[SS08100(M )12/95]
1. Remove seat belt from seat belt guide on top
of front seat.
[SS08300(M )12/95]
2. Rotate the safety belt boot rearward.
[SS08500(M )12/95]
3. Enter the rear seat in front of the safety belt.
[SS08600(M )12/95]
4. Rotate the safety belt boot forward and place
the belt in the belt guide on the seat back to
allow use by the front seat passengers.
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Update:Mon Feb 24 10:16:50 1997

314 Index
Cold engine starting........... 151
Combination lap and shoulder belts . . 111, 114
Compact disc player (see Electronic sound
system)................. 34
Console, description............ 83
Controls, mirrors............. 77
Convenience kit in cargo area...... 193
Convertible
cleaning................ 91
installation of the boot.......... 87
lowering the convertible top....... 85
raising the convertible top........ 90
Coolant (see Engine coolant)....... 224
checking and adding......... 224
drain and flush............ 228
preparing for storage......... 270
refill capacities............ 266
specifications............. 267
temperature gauge........... 18
warnings............... 224
Cooling fan............... 210
Crankcase emission filter......... 265
Customer Assistance Center, Ford (U.S.) . . 277
Customer Assistance Centre,
Ford of Canada..........277, 283
D
Daytime running light system....... 59
Defrost
rear window.............. 58
windshield............... 57
Dipstick................ 217
automatic transmission fluid....234, 236
engine oil.............. 217
power steering fluid.......... 231
Disabled vehicle (see Towing)...... 207
Dispute Settlement Board........ 278
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Update:Thu Apr 3 07:52:02 1997