2006 FORD MUSTANG engine

Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number is
attached to a metal tag and is
located on the driver side
instrument panel.
Please note that in the graphic,
XXXX is representative of your
vehicle identification number.
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following
information:
1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake type and Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR)
3. Vehicle line, series, body type
4. Engine type
5. Check digit
6. Model year
7. Assembly plant
8. Production sequence number
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer.
These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your
automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style
and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory
is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous
engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or
replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Ford Accessory found to
be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the
warranty period, as well as any component damaged by the defective
accessory. The accessory will be warranted for whichever provides you
the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
This means that Genuine Ford Accessories purchased along with your
new vehicle and installed by the authorized dealer are covered for the
full length of your New Vehicle’s Limited Warranty — 3 years or 36,000
miles (60,000 km) (whichever occurs first). Contact your authorized
dealer for details and a copy of the warranty.
Not all accessories are available for all models.
The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessory products. Not
all accessories are available for all models. For a complete listing of the
accessories that are available for your vehicle, please contact your
authorized dealer or visit our online store at:
www.fordaccessoriesstore.com.
Exterior style
Bug shields
Chrome exhaust tip
Deflectors
Front end covers
Fog lights
Splash guards
Spoiler
Wheels
Interior style
Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors
Floor mats
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A
Accessory delay ..........................45
Air cleaner filter .......................228
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ..................................97, 105
and child safety seats ..............99
description ........................97, 105
disposal ....................................107
driver airbag ......................99, 106
indicator light .........................107
operation ...........................99, 106
passenger airbag ...............99, 106
side airbag ...............................105
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................208
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................150–151
Anti-theft system ........................74
Audio system (see Radio) ...19, 22
Automatic transmission ............154
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................156
fluid, adding ............................226
fluid, checking ........................226
fluid, refill capacities ..............230
fluid, specification ..................234
Auxiliary power point .................43
Axle
lubricant specifications ..232, 234
refill capacities ........................230
traction lok ..............................154
B
Battery .......................................206
acid, treating emergencies .....206
jumping a disabled battery ....176
maintenance-free ....................206replacement, specifications ...228
servicing ..................................206
BeltMinder ...................................92
Brakes ........................................150
anti-lock ...........................150–151
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................151
fluid, checking and adding ....225
fluid, refill capacities ..............230
fluid, specifications .........232, 234
lubricant specifications ..232, 234
parking ....................................151
shift interlock ..........................154
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................36
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....230
Cell phone use ..............................7
Changing a tire .........................171
Child safety restraints ..............108
child safety belts ....................108
Child safety seats ......................112
attaching with tether straps ..116
in front seat ............................113
in rear seat ..............................113
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............190
instrument panel ....................193
interior .....................................193
plastic parts ............................192
washing ....................................189
waxing .....................................189
wheels ......................................190
wiper blades ............................192
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................24
AM/FM/CD .................................20
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Clutch
fluid ..........................................225
operation while driving ..........159
recommended shift speeds ....160
Console ........................................44
Controls
power seat .................................78
Convertible ..................................49
cleaning ...................................192
installation of the boot .............51
lowering the convertible top ...49
raising the convertible top ......52
Coolant
checking and adding ..............208
refill capacities ................212, 230
specifications ..................232, 234
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................47
Customer Assistance ................162
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................186
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................186
Getting roadside assistance ...162
Getting the service you
need .........................................182
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................187
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................185
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................33
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................226
engine oil .................................201Doors
lubricant specifications ..........232
Driving under special
conditions ..................................158
through water .........................161
E
Electronic message center .........54
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................176
Emission control system ..........222
Engine ........................................234
cleaning ...................................190
coolant .....................................208
fail-safe cooling .......................213
idle speed control ...................206
lubrication
specifications ..................232, 234
refill capacities ........................230
service points ..................198–199
Engine block heater .................150
Engine oil ..................................201
checking and adding ..............201
dipstick ....................................201
filter, specifications ........204, 228
recommendations ...................204
refill capacities ........................230
specifications ..................232, 234
Exhaust fumes ..........................149
F
Fail safe cooling ........................213
Floor mats ...................................62
Fluid capacities .........................230
Foglamps .....................................34
Fuel ............................................214
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headlamps, flash to pass ..........33
instrument panel, dimming .....34
interior lamps .....................36–37
replacing bulbs ...................36–37
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................36
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........151
Limited slip axle
(see Traction Loc) ....................154
Load limits .................................136
Locks
autolock .....................................64
Lubricant specifications ...232, 234
Lug nuts ....................................176
Lumbar support, seats ...............78
M
Manual transmission .................159
fluid capacities ........................230
lubricant specifications ..........234
reverse .....................................160
Message center ...........................54
display color ..............................55
english/metric button ...............56
MyColor display ........................55
system check button ................55
warning messages .....................60
Mirrors .........................................47
side view mirrors (power) .......47
Motorcraft parts ........194, 219, 228
O
Octane rating ............................218
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................201
P
Parking brake ............................151Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....228
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................83
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................167
Power door locks ........................64
Power mirrors .............................47
Power point .................................43
Power steering ..........................153
fluid, checking and adding ....225
fluid, refill capacity ................230
fluid, specifications .........232, 234
Power Windows ...........................44
R
Radio ......................................19, 22
Relays ........................................164
Remote entry system .................67
illuminated entry ......................70
opening the trunk .....................68
Roadside assistance ..................162
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............91
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ............ 82, 85–86, 88–89
Safety defects, reporting ..........188
Safety restraints .. 82, 85–86, 88–90
belt minder ...............................92
extension assembly ..................90
for adults .......................86, 88–89
for children .....................107–108
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................83
safety belt maintenance ...........91
warning light and chime ....91–92
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