2002 FORD MUSTANG brake fluid

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Washer fluid
Check the washer fluid
whenever you stop for
fuel. The reservoir is
highlighted with a
symbol.
If the level is low, add
enough fluid to fill the
reservoir. In very cold
weather, do not fill the
reservoir all the way.
Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford
specification ESR-M17P5±A. Refer toLubricant
specificationsin this chapter.
State or local regulations on volatile organic
compounds may restrict the use of methanol, a
common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze
agents should be used only if they provide cold
weather protection without damaging the vehicle's
paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
Note:Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant
reservoir. Washer fluid placed in the cooling system
may harm engine and cooling system components.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the
appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait 5 to 10 minutes for
the oil to drain into the oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is
securely latched in P (Park) (automatic
transmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions).
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If your vehicle is
equipped with a 4.6L
V8 engine,check the
power steering fluid
level with the engine at
ambient temperature.
Allow at least one-half
hour after driving for
the power steering
fluid to cool.
1. Start the engine and
allow the engine to
idle.
2. Turn the steering
wheel left and right
several times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should be
between the MIN and MAX lines. Do not add fluid if
the level is within this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts,
continuously checking the level until it reaches the
correct operating range. Be sure to put the cap back
on the reservoir.
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.
MAXMIN
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²3.8L OHV V6 engine
²4.6L SOHC V8
engine
1. Clean the reservoir cap before removal to prevent
dirt or water from entering the reservoir.
2. Visually inspect the
fluid level.
3. If necessary, add
brake fluid from a
clean un-opened
container until the level reaches MAX. Do not fill
above this line.
4. Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid certified to meet
Ford specification ESA-M6C25±A. Refer to
Lubricant specificationsin this chapter.
MAX
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Brake fluid is toxic. If brake fluid contacts
the eyes, flush eyes with running water for
15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation
persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce
vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3,
you will cause permanent damage to your
brakes.
Do not let the reservoir for the master
cylinder run dry. This may cause the brakes
to fail.
CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT (IF EQUIPPED)
Check the clutch
adjustment. Refer to
the scheduled
maintenance guide for
the service interval
schedules.
The clutch on your
vehicle is operated by
a cable. As necessary, adjust the clutch as described
below.
1. Turn the engine off and shift into 1 (First).
2. Put your foot under the clutch pedal and gently
pull it up until the pedal stops.
3. Push the clutch pedal down slowly. You will hear a
click as the clutch adjusts itself.
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TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
(if equipped)
Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for
scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your
transmission does not consume fluid. However, the
fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not
working properly, i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts
slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed.
To obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle
until it is at normal operating temperature
(approximately 30 km [20 miles]). If your vehicle has
been operated for an extended period at high
speeds, in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a
trailer, the vehicle should be turned off for about 30
minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking.
1. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or until it
reaches normal operating temperature.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the
parking brake.
3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on
the brake pedal, start the engine and move the
gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges. Allow
sufficient time for each gear to engage.
4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the
engine running.
5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean,
dry lint free rag. If necessary, refer toIdentifying
components in the engine compartmentin this
chapter for the location of the dipstick.
6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in
the filler tube.
7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level.
The fluid should be in the designated area for
normal operating temperature or ambient
temperature.
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REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Brake fluid Motorcraft
High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Engine oil
(includes
filter change)Motorcraft
SAE 5W-20
Super
Premium
Motor OilAll 4.7L
(5.0 quarts)
Engine
coolant
1Motorcraft
Premium
Engine
Coolant
(green-colored)or
Motorcraft
Premium
Gold Engine
Coolant
(yellow-colored)
3.8L OHV V6
engine11.2L
(11.8 quarts)
4.6L SOHC
V8 engine13.3L
(14.1 quarts)
Power
steering fluidMotorcraft
MERCONt
AT F3.8L OHV V6
engineKeep in FULL
HOT range on
dispstick
4.6L SOHC
V8 engineFill to
between MIN
and MAX
lines on
reservoir
Rear axle
lubricant
2Motorcraft
SAE 80W-90
Premium
Rear Axle
Lubricant7 .5 inch axle 1.5L
(3.25 pints)
Motorcraft
SAE 75W-140
Synthetic
Rear Axle
Lubricant8.8 inch axle 2.0L
(4.25 pints)
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4Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some
applications may vary based on cooler size and if
equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of
transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by
the indication on the dipstick's normal operating
range.
5Service refill capacity is determined by filling the
transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with the
vehicle on a level surface.
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Item Ford part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Brake fluid Motorcraft
High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1 ESA-M6C25-A
and DOT 3
Door
weatherstripsSilicone
LubricantF7AZ-
19G208-BA
and F5AZ-
19553-AAESR-M13P4-A
Door latch,
hood latch,
auxiliary
hood latch,
door hinges,
striker plates,
seat tracks
and fuel filler
door hingeMulti-Purpose
GreaseXG-4or
F5AZ-
19G209-AAESR-
M1C159-A
Engine
coolantMotorcraft
Premium
Engine
Coolant
(green-colored)
VC-4±A (US)
or CXC-10
(Canada)ESE-
M97B44-A
Motorcraft
Premium
Gold Engine
Coolant
(yellow-colored)
VC-7±A WSS-
M97B51±A1
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Item Ford part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Engine oil Motorcraft
SAE 5W-20
Super
Premium
Motor OilXO-5W20-QSP WSS-
M2C153-H
with API
Certification
Mark
Lock
cylindersPenetrating
and Lock
LubricantMotorcraft
XL-1none
Power
steering fluid
and
convertible
top fluid (if
equipped)Motorcraft
MERCONt
AT FXT-2-QM MERCONt
Rear Axle
LubricantMotorcraft
SAE 80W-90
Premium
Rear Axle
Lubricant
1
XY-80W90-QL WSP-
M2C197-A
Motorcraft
SAE 75W-140
Synthetic
Rear Axle
LubricantXY-75W140-QL WSP-
M2C192-A
Automatic
transmission
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONtV
AT F
2
XT-5-QM MERCONtV
3.8L Manual
transmission
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONt
AT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
4.6L Manual
transmission
fluidMotorcraft
Synthetic
MERCONt
AT FXT-2±QSM MERCONt
and
ESR-M2C163-
A2
Disc brake
caliper railsMotorcraft
Silicone
Brake Caliper
Grease and
Dielectric
CompoundXG-3 ESE-
M1C171-A
Windshield
washer fluidUltra-clear
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateC9AZ-
19550-ACESR-M17P5-A
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