2010 FORD MUSTANG light

•Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug
deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski racks) may reduce
fuel economy.
•Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.
•Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
8–10 miles (12–16 km) of driving.
•Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to
driving on hilly terrain.
•Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.
•Close windows for high speed driving.
EPA fuel economy estimates
Every new vehicle should have a sticker on the window called the
Monroney Label which contains EPA fuel economy estimates. Contact
your authorized dealer if the Monroney Label is not supplied with your
vehicle. The EPA fuel economy estimates should be your guide for the
fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles. Your fuel economy may
vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a
catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with
applicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic
converter and other emission control components continue to work
properly:
•Use only the specified fuel listed.
•Avoid running out of fuel.
•Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at
high speeds.
•Have the items listed inscheduled maintenance information
performed according to the specified schedule.
The scheduled maintenance items listed inscheduled maintenance
informationare essential to the life and performance of your vehicle
and to its emissions system.
If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for
maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting
emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine
Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
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WARNING:Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass
or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Illumination of the service engine soon
indicator, charging system
warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors,
smoke or loss of engine power could indicate that the emission control
system is not working properly.
An improperly operating or damaged exhaust system may allow exhaust
to enter the vehicle. Have a damaged or improperly operating exhaust
system inspected and repaired immediately.
WARNING:Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and
potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment.
Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By
law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services,
sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not
permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent
it from working. Information about your vehicle’s emission system is on
the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the
engine. This decal also lists engine displacement.
Please consult yourWarranty Guide/Customer Information Guidefor
complete emission warranty information.
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)
Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s
emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On
Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II). The OBD-II system protects the
environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet
government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists your
authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle. When the service
engine soon
indicator illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected
a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause the service engine
soon
indicator to illuminate. Examples are:
1. The vehicle has run out of fuel—the engine may misfire or run poorly.
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel—the engine may misfire or run
poorly.
3. The fuel fill inlet may not have been properly closed. SeeEasy Fuel™
“no cap” fuel systemin this chapter.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................79
AdvanceTrac ..............................201
AdvanceTrac Sport Mode .........201
Air cleaner filter ...............298–300
Air conditioning ....................51, 54
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................51
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................................132, 140
and child safety seats ............134
description ......................132, 140
disposal ....................................143
driver airbag ....................134, 141
indicator light .........................143
operation .........................134, 141
passenger airbag .............134, 141
side airbag ...............................140
AM/FM .........................................32
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................277
Anti-lock brake system (see
Brakes) ..............................199–200
Anti-theft system ..............103, 106
arming the system ..................107
disarming a triggered
system .....................................108
Audio system (see Radio) .........32
Automatic transmission ............209
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................209
fluid, adding ............................296
fluid, checking ........................296
fluid, refill capacities ..............301
fluid, specification ..................301
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....41
Auxiliary power point .................76Axle
lubricant specifications ..........301
refill capacities ........................301
traction lok ..............................207
B
Battery .......................................275
acid, treating emergencies .....275
jumping a disabled battery ....243
maintenance-free ....................275
replacement, specifications ...300
servicing ..................................275
Belt-Minder
.............................127
Booster seats .............................160
Brakes ........................................199
anti-lock ...........................199–200
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................200
fluid, checking and adding ....296
fluid, refill capacities ..............301
fluid, specifications .................301
lubricant specifications ..........301
parking ....................................200
shift interlock ..........................207
Bulbs ............................................64
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....301
Cargo cover .................................89
CD ................................................32
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................226
Child safety seats ......................148
attaching with tether straps ..154
in front seat ............................148
in rear seat ..............................148
LATCH .....................................152
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fail-safe cooling .......................282
idle speed control ...................275
lubrication specifications .......301
refill capacities ........................301
service points ..................267–268
Engine block heater .................197
Engine oil ..................................270
checking and adding ..............270
dipstick ....................................270
filter, specifications ........273, 300
recommendations ...................273
refill capacities ........................301
specifications ..........................301
Event data recording ....................8
Exhaust fumes ..........................197
F
Fail safe cooling ........................282
Floor mats ...................................90
Fluid capacities .........................301
Fog lamps ....................................60
Fuel ............................................283
calculating fuel
economy ............................28, 289
cap ...........................................285
capacity ...................................301
choosing the right fuel ...........286
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................292
detergent in fuel .....................288
filler funnel .............................288
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................283, 285, 289
filter, specifications ........283, 300
fuel pump shut-off switch .....219
improving fuel economy ........289
octane rating ...................287, 305
quality ......................................287
running out of fuel .........242, 288safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................283
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......219
Fuses ..................................219–220
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............285
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................289
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................218
Headlamps ...................................59
aiming ........................................62
autolamp system .......................59
bulb specifications ....................65
daytime running lights .............61
flash to pass ..............................61
high beam .................................60
replacing bulbs .........................66
turning on and off ....................59
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................51, 54
Hood ..........................................266
I
Ignition ...............................194, 305
Infant seats (see Safety seats) 148
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................294
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................261
cluster ........................................12
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lighting up panel and
interior .......................................61
J
Jack ............................................226
positioning ...............................226
storage .....................................226
Jump-starting your vehicle ......243
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...............................93, 95
Keys .....................................91, 104
positions of the ignition .........194
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................59
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................65
daytime running light ...............61
fog lamps ...................................60
headlamps .................................59
headlamps, flash to pass ..........61
instrument panel, dimming .....61
interior lamps .....................64–65
replacing bulbs .........................66
LATCH anchors .........................152
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........200
Limited slip axle (see Traction
Loc) ............................................207
Load limits .................................184
Locks ............................................92
autolock ...............................93, 95
doors ..........................................92
Lubricant specifications ...........301Lug nuts ....................................241
Lumbar support, seats .............113
M
Manual transmission .................212
fluid capacities ........................301
lubricant specifications ..........301
reverse .....................................213
Message center .....................20–22
display color ..............................24
english/metric button ...............26
MyColor display ........................24
system check button ................22
warning messages .....................29
Mirrors ...................................79–80
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................80
heated ........................................54
side view mirrors (power) .......80
Motorcraft parts ........264, 283, 300
N
Navigation system .......................50
O
Octane rating ............................287
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................270
P
Parking brake ............................200
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....300
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................119
Power distribution box (see
Fuses) ........................................223
Power mirrors .............................80
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Power point .................................76
Power steering ..........................206
fluid, checking and adding ....295
fluid, refill capacity ................301
fluid, specifications .................301
Power Windows ...........................77
R
Radio ............................................32
6-CD in dash .............................32
Rear-view camera system .........214
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................145
Relays ........................................219
Remote entry system ...........97–98
illuminated entry ............101–102
locking/unlocking doors .....98–99
opening the trunk .....................99
panic alarm ...............................99
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................101
replacing the batteries ...........100
Roadside assistance ..................217
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..........117, 120, 122–125
Safety Canopy ...........................140
Safety defects, reporting ..........256
Safety restraints ...............117, 120,
122–126
Belt-Minder
...........................127
extension assembly ................126
for adults .........................122–125
for children .............................143Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................119
warning light and
chime ...............................126–127
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................152
Safety seats for children ..........148
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................306
Satellite Radio (if equipped) .....32
Satellite Radio Information ........47
Seats ..........................................109
child safety seats ....................148
climate control ..........................54
front seats ...............................112
heated ................................51, 115
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................103
Servicing your vehicle ..............265
Setting the clock .........................33
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................300, 305
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................301
Speed control ..............................80
Starting your vehicle .......194–195,
197
jump starting ..........................243
Steering wheel
controls ......................................84
tilting .........................................73
Stereo
6-CD in dash .............................32
CD-MP3 .....................................32
SYNC
..........................................50
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T
Temporary mobility kit .............232
Tilt steering wheel ......................73
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....179
Tires ...........................164–165, 226
alignment ................................172
care ..........................................168
changing ..........................226, 229
checking the pressure ............168
inflating ...................................166
label .........................................178
replacing ..................................170
rotating ....................................172
safety practices .......................171
sidewall information ...............173
snow tires and chains ............183
spare tire .................................227
Temporary mobility kit ..........232
terminology .............................165
tire grades ...............................165
treadwear ........................164, 169
Towing .......................................190
recreational towing .................193
trailer towing ..........................190
wrecker ....................................248
Traction Control Sport Mode ...201
Traction-lok rear axle ...............207
Transmission
automatic operation ...............209
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....207fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................296
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................297
fluid, refill capacities ..............301
lubricant specifications ..........301
manual operation ....................212
Trunk ...........................................96
remote release ....................89, 99
Turn signal ..................................63
U
USB port ......................................43
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................306
Vehicle loading ..........................184
Ventilating your vehicle ...........197
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................269
Water, Driving through .............216
Windows
power .........................................77
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................72
checking and adding fluid .....269
replacing wiper blades ...........270
Wrecker towing .........................248
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