1999 FORD MUSTANG adding oil

²If the oil level is
below the MIN mark,
add enough oil to
raise the level within
the MINÐMAX
range.
²Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine
damage. Some oil must be removed from the
engine by a service technician.
7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully
seated.
Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to
Checking the engine oilin this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal
range, add only certified engine oil of the
recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler
cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the
opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil
level is not above the MAX mark on the engine oil
level indicator (dipstick).
4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the
filler cap clockwise until three clicks can be heard.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the
vehicle with the engine oil level indicator
and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
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Engine oil and filter recommendations
Look for this
Certification
Trademark.
Use SAE 5W-30 motor oil certified for gasoline
engines by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
Motor oil displaying the API Certification Trademark
will meet all requirements for your vehicle's engine.
Ford oil specification is WSS-M2C153-G.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, oil
treatments or engine treatments. They are
unnecessary and could, under certain conditions,
lead to engine damage which is not covered by your
warranty.
Change your engine oil and filter according to the
appropriate schedule listed in the Scheduled
Maintenance Guide.
Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil
filters are designed for added engine protection and
long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does
not meet Ford material and design specifications,
startup engine noises or knock may be experienced.
It is recommended you use the appropriate
Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford
specifications) for your engine application.
BRAKE FLUID
Checking and adding brake fluid
Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as
needed. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide
for the service interval schedules:
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²Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go
driving.
Maintenance
²Keep tires properly inflated and use only
recommended size.
²Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of
alignment will reduce fuel economy.
²Use recommended engine oil. Refer toLubricant
Specifications.
²Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance
items. Follow the recommended maintenance
schedule and owner maintenance checks found in
your vehicle Scheduled Maintenance Guide.
Conditions
²Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may
reduce fuel economy at any speed.
²Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel
economy (approximately 2 km/h [1 mpg] is lost
for every 180 kg [400 lb] of weight carried).
²Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for
example bug deflectors, rollover/light bars,
running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce
fuel economy.
²Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel
economy.
²Fuel economy may decrease with lower
temperatures during the first 12±16 km (8±10
miles) of driving.
²Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel
economy as compared to driving on hilly terrain.
²Transmissions give their best fuel economy when
operated in the top cruise gear and with steady
pressure on the gas pedal.
²Close windows for high speed driving.
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Carpet floor mats
Cleaners, waxes and polishes
Flat splash guards
Front end covers (full and mini)
Hood deflectors
Locking gas cap
Lubricants and oils
Molded splash guards
Molded vinyl floor mats
Rallye bars
Rear air deflectors
Rear decklid spoilers
Side window air deflectors
Spare tire lock
Step bumpers
Step/sill plates
Tailgate covers
Tailgate lock
Tailgate protector
Tonneau covers
Touch-up paint
Universal floor mats
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the
following information in mind when adding
accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
²When adding accessories, equipment, passengers
and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the
total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front
or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the
Safety compliance certification label). Consult
your dealer for specific weight information.
Customer assistance
203

safety belts ............ 181
washing .................. 177
waxing ................... 177
wheels .................... 178
windows ................ 181
wiper blades .......... 179
Clock ..................... 33,38
Clutch
adjusting ................ 139
operation
while driving ......... 102
recommended
shift speeds ........... 103
Console ...................... 52
Controls
power seat ............... 65
Convertible ................ 53
cleaning ................. 181
installation
of the boot .............. 54
lowering the
convertible top ........ 53
raising the
convertible top ........ 56
Coolant ...... 141,143,144
checking
and adding ............ 142
low coolant light ..... 10
refill
capacities ........ 144,183
specifications . 185,188
Customer Assistance 191
Ford accessories for
your vehicle .......... 200
Ford Extended
Service Plan .......... 192
Getting assistance
outside the U.S.
and Canada ........... 199
Getting roadside
assistance .............. 191Getting the service
you need ............... 193
Ordering additional
owner's literature . 205
The Dispute
Settlement Board . 195
Defrost
rear window ............ 17
Dipstick
engine oil ............... 134
Driving under special
conditions
through water ....... 111
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ........ 123
Emission control
system ...................... 168
Engine ...................... 188
check engine/service
engine soon light ...... 8
coolant ................... 141
idle speed control . 150
lubrication
specifications . 185,188
refill capacities ...... 183
service points . 133,134
starting after a
collision ................. 112
Engine block heater . 90
Engine oil ................ 134
checking and
adding ............. 134,136
dipstick .................. 134
filter,
specifications . 137,182
recommendations . 137
refill
capacities ........ 134,183
specifications ........ 134
137,185,188
Exhaust fumes .......... 91
Floor mats ................. 52
Index
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