2015 FORD MUSTANG automatic transmission

At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display
*
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
Lubricate any areas with grease fittings.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or
drag.
* Do not exceed one year or 10000 mi
(16,000 km) between service intervals. **
Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after
engine oil and filter changes. Other maintenance items
1
Replace cabin air filter.
Every
20000 mi
(32,000 km)
Replace engine air filter.
Every
30000 mi
(48,000 km)
Change engine coolant.2
At 100000 mi (160,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every
100000 mi
(160,000 km) Inspect accessory drive belt(s). 3
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter.
Every
150000 mi
(240,000 km) Change manual transmission fluid.
Replace accessory drive belt(s).
1 Perform these maintenance items within
3000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil
and filter change. Do not exceed the
designated distance for the interval.
2 Initial replacement at six years or
100000 mi (160,000 km)
, then every three
years or 50000 mi (80,000 km).
3 After initial inspection, inspect every other
oil change until replaced. SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily
in any
of the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance, as indicated.
If you operate your vehicle
occasionally
under any of these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the extra
maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership
service advisor or technician.
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Perform the services shown in the
following tables when specified or within
3000 mi (4,800 km) of the OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED message appearing in the
information display. •
Example 1
: The OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED message comes on at
28,751 mi (46,270 km). Perform the
30000 mi (48,000 km) automatic
transmission fluid replacement.
• Example 2
: The OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED message has not come
on, but the odometer reads 30000 mi
(48,000 km)
(for example, the
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor was reset
at
25000 mi (40,000 km)). Perform
the engine air filter replacement. Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-
uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
See axle maintenance items under
Exceptions.
Change manual transmission fluid.
Every
60000 mi
(96,000 km) Replace spark plugs.Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use
(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-
uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Inspect engine air filter. Replace as required.
Every
15000 mi
(24,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every
60000 mi
(96,000 km)
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A
A/C
See: Climate Control.......................................... 101
About This Manual...........................................7
ABS See: Brakes........................................................... 140
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................ 140
Accessories....................................................395 Exterior style........................................................ 395
Interior style......................................................... 395
Lifestyle................................................................. 395
Peace of mind..................................................... 395
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................. 11
ACC See: Using Adaptive Cruise Control.............153
Adjusting the Headlamps
.........................223
Horizontal Aim Adjustment........................... 224
Vertical Aim Adjustment................................. 223
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................64
Airbag Disposal...............................................44
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control.......................................... 101
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................ 63
Ambient Lighting............................................72
Anti-Theft Alarm
............................................63
Arming the Alarm................................................. 63
Disarming the Alarm........................................... 63
Appendices....................................................397
At a Glance........................................................14 Front Exterior Overview...................................... 14
Instrument Panel Overview.............................. 16
Rear Exterior Overview........................................ 17
Vehicle Interior Overview.................................... 15
Audible Warnings and Indicators
..............81
Headlamps On Warning Chime....................... 81
Keyless Warning Alert.......................................... 81
Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................. 82
Audio Control..................................................64 MEDIA....................................................................... 64
Seek, Next or Previous....................................... 64
Audio Input Jack...........................................293 Audio System
................................................283
General Information......................................... 283
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC/Satellite Radio
.............................284
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/FM/CD..................................................287
Autolamps
........................................................68
Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps........................................................ 69
Automatic Climate Control......................102
Automatic Transmission............................136 Automatic Transmission Adaptive
Learning............................................................. 138
Brake-Shift Interlock.......................................... 137
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow.................................................................. 138
SelectShift Automatic ™
Transmission................................................... 136
Understanding the Positions of Your Automatic Transmission............................. 136
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.............................................................219
Autowipers.......................................................66
Auxiliary Power Points.................................119 12 Volt DC Power Point...................................... 119
Locations................................................................ 119
B
Blind Spot Information System..............159 Blind Spot Information System (BLIS ™)
with Cross Traffic Alert................................ 159
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........210
Booster Seats..................................................25 Types of Booster Seats...................................... 25
Brake and Clutch Fluid Check..................219
Brakes...............................................................140 General Information.......................................... 140
Breaking-In.....................................................188
Bulb Specification Chart...........................226
C
Cabin Air Filter................................................107
California Proposition 65..............................11
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Starting a Gasoline Engine........................122
Automatic Engine Shutdown......................... 123
Failure to Start..................................................... 123
Fast Restart........................................................... 123
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes................124
Important Ventilating Information...............124
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving................................................................ 124
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary......................................................... 123
Starting and Stopping the Engine...........121 General Information............................................ 121
Steering............................................................163 Electric Power Steering.................................... 163
Steering Wheel Lock....................................122
Steering Wheel...............................................64
Storage Compartments.............................120
Sun Visors..........................................................76 Illuminated Vanity Mirror................................... 76
Supplementary Restraints System.........36 Principle of Operation........................................ 36
Symbols Glossary
.............................................7
SYNC™ Applications and Services........................................................309
911 Assist.............................................................. 309
SYNC Mobile Apps............................................. 315
SYNC Services: Traffic, Directions & Information (TDI) (If Equipped, United
States Only)..................................................... 312
Vehicle Health Report........................................ 311
SYNC™...........................................................295 General Information......................................... 295
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
..........................324
T
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications.............267
Temporary Mobility Kit
..............................235
First Stage: Inflating the Tire with Sealing
Compound and Air........................................ 237
General Information......................................... 236
Second Stage: Checking Tire Pressure............................................................ 239
Tips for Use of the Kit...................................... 236
What to Do After the Tire has Been Sealed............................................................... 239
What to do When a Tire Is Punctured........237 The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto
Line Program (U.S. Only)
.......................198
Tire Care...........................................................241
Glossary of Tire Terminology......................... 243
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading.............................................................. 241
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall........................................................... 244
Temperature A B C............................................ 242
Traction AA A B C............................................... 242
Treadwear............................................................. 242
Tire Inflation When Punctured See: Temporary Mobility Kit........................... 235
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........257 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System....................................... 258
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...................................... 258
Tire Repair Kit See: Temporary Mobility Kit........................... 235
Tires See: Wheels and Tires..................................... 235
Towing a Trailer
..............................................179
Load Placement.................................................. 179
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
...........................................................183
Emergency Towing............................................. 183
Recreational Towing.......................................... 183
Towing...............................................................179
Traction Control
............................................142
Principle of Operation....................................... 142
Transmission Code Designation
............270
Transmission..................................................134
Transmission See: Transmission.............................................. 134
Transporting the Vehicle............................183
U
Under Hood Overview - 2.3L EcoBoost™...................................................211
Under Hood Overview - 3.7L.....................212
Under Hood Overview - 5.0L 32V Ti-VCT
............................................................213
Universal Garage Door Opener................114 HomeLink Wireless Control System.............114
USB Port
.........................................................294
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