2010 FORD MUSTANG jump start

Seating and Safety Restraints 109
Seating 109
Safety restraints 117
Airbags 132
Child restraints 143
Tires, Wheels and Loading 164
Tire information 164
Tire inflation 166
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 179
Vehicle loading 184
Trailer towing 190
Recreational towing 193
Driving 194
Starting 194
Brakes 199
AdvanceTrac
201
Transmission operation 209
Rear-view camera system 214
Roadside Emergencies 217
Getting roadside assistance 217
Hazard flasher control 218
Fuel pump shut-off switch 219
Fuses and relays 219
Changing tires 226
Temporary mobility kit 232
Wheel lug nut torque 241
Jump starting 243
Wrecker towing 248
Customer Assistance 250
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 256
Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 256
Cleaning 257
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Getting roadside assistance
To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor
Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This
program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service
is available:
•24–hours, seven days a week
•for the coverage period listed on the Roadside Assistance Card
included in your Owner Guide portfolio.
Roadside assistance will cover:
•a flat tire change with a good spare (except vehicles that have been
supplied with a tire inflation kit)
•battery jump start
•lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer’s
responsibility)
•fuel delivery – Independent Service Contractors, if not prohibited by
state, local or municipal law shall deliver up to 2.0 gallons (7.5L) of
gasoline or 5 gallons (18.9L) of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle. Fuel
delivery service is limited to two no-charge occurrences within a
12-month period.
•winch out – available within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of a paved or
county maintained road, no recoveries.
•towing – Ford/Mercury/Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized
dealer within 35 miles (56.3 km) of the disablement location or to the
nearest authorized dealer. If a member requests to be towed to an
authorized dealer more than 35 miles (56.3 km) from the disablement
location, the member shall be responsible for any mileage costs in
excess of 35 miles (56.3 km).
Trailers shall be covered up to $200 if the disabled eligible vehicle
requires service at the nearest authorized dealer. If the trailer is disabled,
but the towing vehicle is operational, the trailer does not qualify for any
roadside services.
Canadian customers refer to your Customer Information Guide
for information on:
•coverage period
•exact fuel amounts
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WARNING:Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers
or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel™ system. This could
damage the fuel system and its seal, and may cause fuel to run onto
the ground instead of filling the tank, all of which could result in
serious personal injury.
JUMP STARTING
WARNING:The gases around the battery can explode if
exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could
result in injury or vehicle damage.
WARNING:Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin,
eyes and clothing, if contacted.
Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmission
vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start
capability. Attempting to push-start a vehicle with an automatic
transmission may cause transmission damage.
Preparing your vehicle
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the
automatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the
transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is
considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the
transmission. Over time, the adaptive learning process will fully update
transmission operation.
1.Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.
2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle
making sure the two vehiclesdo nottouch. Set the parking brake on
both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving
parts.
4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before
you attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level.
5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical
surges. Turn all other accessories off.
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Jump starting
1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at
moderately increased speed.
2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.
3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an
additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.
Removing the jumper cables
Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were
connected.
1. Remove the jumper cable from thegroundmetal surface.
Note:In the illustrations,lightning boltsare used to designate the
assisting (boosting) battery.
2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the
booster vehicle’s battery.
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3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster
vehicle’s battery.
4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the
disabled vehicle’s battery.
After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables
removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can
relearnits idle conditions.
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Plus,exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance,including:
•Towing, flat-tire change and battery jump starts.
•Out-of-fuel and lock-out assistance.
•Travel expense reimbursement for lodging, meals and rental car.
•Destination assistance for taxi, shuttle, rental car coverage and
emergency transportation.
Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself
One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the
price of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With Ford ESP, you minimize
your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs.
Avoid the rising cost of properly maintaining your vehicle!
Ford ESP also offers a Premium Maintenance Plan that covers items that
routinely wear out,like brakes and shocks.
The coverage is prepaid, so you never have to worry about affording
your vehicle maintenance. It covers regular checkups, routine
inspections, preventive care and replacement of items that require
periodic attention fornormal “wear”:
•Wiper blades•Brake pads and linings
•Spark plugs
(except California)•Shock absorbers
•Clutch disc•Belts and hoses
Contact your selling Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealership today and
arrange for a customized Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your
driving lifestyle and budget.
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recommendations ...................145
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................160
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............259
instrument panel ....................261
interior .....................................262
plastic parts ............................260
washing ....................................257
waxing .....................................258
wheels ......................................258
wiper blades ............................260
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......51, 54
Clock adjust
AM/FM .......................................33
Clutch
fluid ..........................................296
operation while driving ..........212
recommended shift speeds ....213
Compass, electronic ....................73
calibration .................................74
set zone adjustment .................74
Console ........................................75
Controls
power seat ...............................113
steering column ........................84
Convertible ..................................85
cleaning ...................................261
installation of the boot .............86
lowering the convertible top ...85
raising the convertible top ......88
Coolant
checking and adding ..............277
refill capacities ................281, 301
specifications ..........................301
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................80Customer Assistance ................217
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................310
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................254
Getting roadside assistance ...217
Getting the service you
need .........................................250
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................255
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................254
D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................61
Defrost
rear window and rearview
mirrors .......................................54
windshield .................................54
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................296
engine oil .................................270
Driving under special
conditions ..................................211
through water .........................216
E
Electronic message center ...20–21
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................243
running out of fuel .........242, 288
Emission control system ..........292
Engine ........................................305
cleaning ...................................259
coolant .....................................277
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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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