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Replacing fog lamp bulbs (GT-CS) (if equipped)
1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the
hood.
2. Remove the underbody air
deflector panel screws and panel.
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the bulb by pulling
it straight off.
4. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise
and remove from the lamp assembly.
Install the new bulb in reverse
order.
Replacing fog lamp bulbs (V6) (if equipped)
1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the
hood.
2. Remove the hex head screws
attaching the underbody forward
aeroshield and remove to gain
access to the fog lamp assembly.
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the bulb by pulling
it straight off.
4. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise
and remove from the lamp assembly.
Install the new bulb in reverse
order.
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the off position.
2. Remove the two screws and the
lens from the license plate lamp
assembly.
3. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out from the lamp assembly.
Install new bulb(s) in reverse order.
Lights
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MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
Windshield wiper:Rotate the end
of the control away from you to
increase the speed of the wipers;
rotate towards you to decrease the
speed of the wipers.
Windshield washer:Press the end
of the stalk:
•briefly: causes a single swipe of
the wipers without washer fluid.
•a quick press and hold: the
wipers will swipe three times with
washer fluid.
•a long press and hold: the wipers
and washer fluid will be activated
for up to ten seconds.
Courtesy wipe feature:One extra wipe will occur a few seconds after
washing the front window to clear any excess washer fluid remaining on
the windshield.
Note:Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty.
This may cause the washer pump to overheat. Check the washer fluid
level frequently. Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry.
This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper
motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield,
always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper
blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers.
Windshield wiper rainlamp feature (if equipped with autolamp)
When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight, and the
headlamp control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn
on after a brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off.
Driver Controls
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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.
WARNING:Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in
other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open
the garage door before you start the engine. SeeGuarding against
exhaust fumesin this chapter for more instructions.
WARNING:If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have
your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you
smell exhaust fumes.
Important safety precautions
A computer system controls the engine’s idle revolutions per minute
(RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs higher than normal in
order to warm the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down
automatically, have the vehicle checked. Do not allow the vehicle to idle
for more than 10 minutes at the higher engine RPM.
Before starting the vehicle:
1. Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts. For
more information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to the
Seating and Safety Restraintschapter.
2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off.
Driving
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The fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
1 30A Driver rear window (convertible
only)
2 15A Not used (spare)
3 15A SYNC
4 30A Passenger rear window
(convertible only)
5 10A Brake transmission shift interlock
(BTSI)
6 20A Turn signals, Hazard flashers
7 10A Left low beam headlamp
8 10A Right low beam headlamp
9 15A Courtesy lamps
10 15A Switch illumination
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
11 10A Security module
12 7.5A Power mirrors
13 5A Not used (spare)
14 10A Center information display,
Electronic finish panel, GPS
15 10A Climate control
16 15A Not used (spare)
17 20A Power door locks, Trunk release
18 20A Not used (spare)
19 25A Navigation amp
20 15A Diagnostic connector
21 15A Fog lamps
22 15A Park lamps, License lamps
23 15A High beam headlamps
24 20A Horn
25 10A Demand lighting (battery saver),
Gauge pack, Visor vanity lamps
26 10A Cluster (battery)
27 20A Ignition switch feed
28 5A Audio mute (start)
29 5A Camera (run/start)
30 5A Temperature sensor motor
31 10A Restraints control module (RCM)
32 10A Reverse parking aid
33 10A Not used (spare)
34 5A Electronic stability control
35 10A Auxiliary body module (ABM)
run/start
36 5A Passive anti-theft system (PATS)
37 10A Not used (spare)
38 20A Not used (spare)
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
14 — Not used
15 10A** Intercooler pump relay (Shelby
only)
16 20A** Heated seats
17 10A** Alternator sense
18 20A* Auxiliary body module (ABM)
19 30A* Starter relay
20 30A* Rear amplifier (Shaker 1000
radio)
21 30A* Powertrain relay
22 20A* Powerpoint (instrument panel)
23 10A** Powertrain control module (PCM)
keep-alive power
24 10A** Brake on/off (BOO) power
25 10A** A/C compressor relay
26 20A** Left high intensity discharge
headlamp relay
27 20A** Right high intensity discharge
headlamp relay
28 — Not used
29 30A* Passenger front window
30 — Not used
31 30A* Passenger power seat
32 30A* Driver power seat
33 30A* Front amplifier (Shaker 500
radio)
34 30A* Driver front window motor
35 40A* Convertible top motor
36 Diode Fuel diode
37 — Not used
38 15A** Fuel injectors (Shelby only)
39 5A** Rear defroster coil (run/start)
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Emission control system ..........300
Engine ........................................311
cleaning ...................................269
coolant .....................................285
fail-safe cooling .......................290
idle speed control ...................283
lubrication specifications .......309
refill capacities ........................309
service points ..................277–278
Engine block heater .................207
Engine oil ..................................280
checking and adding ..............280
dipstick ....................................280
filter, specifications ........282, 308
recommendations ...................282
refill capacities ........................309
specifications ..........................309
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................206
F
Fail safe cooling ........................290
Fleet MyKey programming ........94
Floor mats ...................................87
Fluid capacities .........................309
Fog lamps ....................................55
Fuel ............................................291
calculating fuel economy..21, 297
cap ...........................................293
capacity ...................................309
choosing the right fuel ...........294
detergent in fuel .....................296
filler funnel .............................296
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................291, 293, 297
filter, specifications ........291, 308
fuel pump shut-off ..................231
improving fuel economy ........297octane rating ...................295, 311
quality ......................................295
running out of fuel .........254, 296
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................291
Fuses ..................................231–232
G
Garage door opener ....................80
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............293
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................297
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................230
Headlamps ...................................54
aiming ........................................57
autolamp system .......................54
bulb specifications ....................61
daytime running lights .............56
flash to pass ..............................56
high beam .................................56
replacing bulbs .........................62
turning on and off ....................54
Head restraints .................115, 123
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................46, 49
Hood ..........................................276
I
Ignition ...............................203, 311
Illuminated visor mirror .............69
Infant seats (see Safety seats)..155
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Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................302
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................272
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................57
J
Jack ............................................239
positioning ...............................239
storage .....................................239
Jump-starting your vehicle ......254
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...........................100, 102
Keys .....................................93, 110
positions of the ignition .........203
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................54
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................61
daytime running light ...............56
fog lamps ...................................55
headlamps .................................54
headlamps, flash to pass ..........56
instrument panel, dimming .....57
interior lamps .....................60–61
replacing bulbs .........................62
LATCH anchors .........................159
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........209
Limited slip axle
(see Traction Loc) ....................216Load limits .................................192
Locks ............................................99
autolock ...........................100, 102
doors ..........................................99
Lubricant specifications ...........309
Lug nuts ....................................253
Lumbar support, seats .............121
M
Manual transmission .................220
fluid capacities ........................309
lubricant specifications ..........309
reverse .....................................222
Message center ...........................19
display color ..............................25
english/metric button ...............25
MyColor display ........................25
system check button ................25
warning messages .....................25
Mirrors ...................................76–77
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................76
heated ........................................49
side view mirrors (power) .......77
Motorcraftparts ..............274, 308
MyKey ..........................................94
N
Navigation system .......................45
O
Octane rating ............................295
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................280
P
Parental MyKey programming ...94
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