2013 FORD MUSTANG coolant

Owner Checks and Services
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed
every month or at six month intervals.
Check Every Month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure.
Windshield washer fluid level.
Check Every Six Months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary.
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if
necessary.
Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as
necessary.
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Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the
systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify
potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company
recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every
scheduled maintenance interval to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great.
Multi-point Inspection
Accessory drive belt(s) Half-shaft dust boots (if equipped)
Battery performance Horn operation
Clutch operation (if equipped) Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Engine air filter Suspension component for leaks or
damage
Exhaust system Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps and hazard
warning system operationTires (including spare) for wear and
proper pressure
**
Fluid levels*; fill if necessary Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks Washer spray and wiper operation
*Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, manual and automatic transmission
(with an underhood dipstick), power steering (if equipped) and window
washer
**If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire
sealant expiration Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service advisor or technician about the
multi-point vehicle inspection. It’s a comprehensive way to perform a
thorough inspection of your vehicle. It’s your checklist that gives you
immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle. You’ll know
what’s been checked, what’s okay, as well as those things that may
require future or immediate attention. The multi-point vehicle inspection
is one more way to keep your vehicle running great!
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Additional Maintenance Items
Every 15000 miles
(24000 km)Replace cabin air filter (if equipped).
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Replace engine air filter.
Replace fuel filter.
Every 45000 miles
(72000 km)Replace spark plugs.
Every 105000 miles
(168000 km)Change engine coolant.
*
Inspect accessory drive belt(s).**
Every 150000 miles
(240000 km)Change manual transmission fluid.
Change rear axle fluid.
Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced
within the last 100000 miles (160000 km).
*Initial replacement at six years or 105000 miles (168000 kilometers),
then every three years or 45000 miles (72000 kilometers).
**If not replaced, inspect every 15000 miles (24000 kilometers).
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ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD
Initial change Six years or 105000 miles (168000 km)
(whichever comes first)
After initial change Every three years or 45000 miles (72000 km)
Engine Coolant Change Log
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A
AdvanceTrac ................................16
Air cleaner filter ...................40–41
Axle
refill capacities ..........................42
B
Battery
replacement, specifications .....41
Brakes
fluid, refill capacities ................42
Break-in period ...........................11
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ......42
Clutch
recommended shift speeds ......13
Coolant
refill capacities ..........................42
E
Electric power assisted
steering ........................................22
Electronically selectable
dampers .......................................21
Engine ............................................8
refill capacities ..........................42
service points ............................34
Engine oil
filter, specifications ..................41
refill capacities ..........................42
F
Fluid capacities ...........................42Fuel
capacity .....................................42
filter, specifications ..................41
octane rating .........................8, 39
H
Headlamps
bulb specifications ....................44
I
Ignition ...........................................8
Instrument panel
cluster
........................................14
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart
..................44
Launch control
............................20
Lights, warning and indicator
....14
Lug nuts
......................................25
M
Manual transmission
fluid capacities
..........................42
Motorcraft® parts
.......................41
O
Octane rating
..............................39
P
Parts (see Motorcraft® parts)
..41
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