2018 FORD MUSTANG battery replacement

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles Sold in the United States:
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 a day, seven days a week.
• For the coverage period listed on the
Roadside Assistance Card included in
your Owner's Manual portfolio.
Roadside Assistance covers:
• A flat tire change with a good spare
(except vehicles 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 gal (8 L) of gasoline or 5 gal (20 L)
of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle.
Roadside Assistance limits fuel delivery
service to two no-charge occurrences
within a 12-month period.
• Winch out — available within 100 ft
(30 m) of a paved or county
maintained road, no recoveries. •
Towing — independent service
contractors, if not prohibited by state,
local or municipal law, shall tow Ford
eligible vehicles to an authorized dealer
within
35 mi (56 km) of the
disablement location or to the nearest
authorized dealer. If a member
requests a tow to an authorized dealer
that is more than
35 mi (56 km) from
the disablement location, the member
shall be responsible for any mileage
costs in excess of
35 mi (56 km).
• Roadside Assistance includes up to
$200 for a towed trailer if the disabled
eligible vehicle requires service at the
nearest authorized dealer. If the towing
vehicle is operational but the trailer is
not, then the trailer does not qualify for
any roadside services.
Vehicles Sold in the United States:
Using Roadside Assistance
Complete the roadside assistance
identification card and place it in your
wallet for quick reference. This card is in
the owner's information portfolio in the
glove compartment.
United States vehicle customers who
require Roadside Assistance, call
1-800-241-3673.
If you need to arrange roadside assistance
for yourself, Ford Motor Company
reimburses a reasonable amount for
towing to the nearest dealership within
35 mi (56 km)
. To obtain reimbursement
information, United States vehicle
customers call 1-800-241-3673.
Customers need to submit their original
receipts.
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To avoid fluid contamination, the reservoir
cap must remain in place and fully tight,
unless you are adding fluid.
Only use fluid that meets Ford
specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 290).
CLUTCH FLUID CHECK -
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
The clutch and brake systems share the
same fluid reservoir. See
Brake Fluid
Check (page 238).
POWER STEERING FLUID
CHECK
Your vehicle is equipped with an electric
power steering (EPS) system. There is no
fluid reservoir to check or fill. WASHER FLUID CHECK WARNING
If you operate your vehicle in
temperatures below 40°F (5°C), use
washer fluid with antifreeze
protection. Failure to use washer fluid with
antifreeze protection in cold weather could
result in impaired windshield vision and
increase the risk of injury or accident. Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is
low. Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 290).
State or local regulations on volatile
organic compounds may restrict the use
of methanol, a common windshield washer
antifreeze additive. Washer fluids
containing non-methanol antifreeze
agents should be used only if they provide
cold weather protection without damaging
the vehicle ’s paint finish, wiper blades or
washer system.
FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime
fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel
tank. Regular maintenance or replacement
is not needed.
CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY WARNINGS
Batteries normally produce explosive
gases which can cause personal
injury. Therefore, do not allow
flames, sparks or lighted substances to
come near the battery. When working near
the battery, always shield your face and
protect your eyes. Always provide correct
ventilation.
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WARNINGS
When lifting a plastic-cased battery,
excessive pressure on the end walls
could cause acid to flow through the
vent caps, resulting in personal injury and
damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift the
battery with a battery carrier or with your
hands on opposite corners. Keep batteries out of reach of
children. Batteries contain sulfuric
acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing. Shield your eyes when working
near the battery to protect against possible
splashing of acid solution. In case of acid
contact with skin or eyes, flush
immediately with water for a minimum of
15 minutes and get prompt medical
attention. If acid is swallowed, call a
physician immediately. Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after
handling. This vehicle may have more than one
battery. Removing the battery cables
from only one battery does not
disconnect your vehicle electrical system.
Make sure you disconnect the battery
cables from all batteries when
disconnecting power. Failure to do so may
cause serious personal injury or property
damage. Your vehicle is fitted with a Motorcraft
maintenance-free battery which normally
does not require additional water.
When a battery replacement is required,
you must use a recommended
replacement battery that matches the
electrical requirements of the vehicle.
Note:
After cleaning or replacing the
battery, make sure you reinstall the battery
cover or shield. Note:
If you add electrical accessories or
components to the vehicle, it may adversely
affect the low voltage battery performance
and durability. This may also affect the
performance of other electrical systems in
the vehicle.
For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the
top of the battery clean and dry.
If you see any corrosion on the battery or
terminals, remove the cables from the
terminals and clean with a wire brush. You
can neutralize the acid with a solution of
baking soda and water.
Because your vehicle ’s engine is
electronically controlled by a computer,
some control conditions are maintained
by power from the battery. When the
battery is disconnected or a new battery
is installed, the engine must relearn its idle
and fuel trim strategy for optimum
driveability and performance. Flexible fuel
vehicles (FFV) must also relearn the
ethanol content of the fuel for optimum
driveability and performance.
To restore the settings, do the following:
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Shift into park (P) or neutral (N).
3. Switch off all accessories.
4. Press the brake pedal and start your vehicle.
5. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. While the
engine is warming up, complete the
following: Reset the clock. Reset the
power windows bounce-back feature.
See Windows and Mirrors (page 77).
Reset the radio station presets. See
Audio System
(page 306).
6. Allow the engine to idle for at least one
minute.
7. Drive the vehicle at least 10 mi (16 km)
to completely relearn the idle trim and
fuel trim strategy.
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Note:
If you do not allow the engine to
relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy, the
idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely
affected until the engine computer
eventually relearns the idle trim and fuel
trim strategy.
Note: For flexible fuel vehicles, if you are
operating on E85, you may experience poor
starts or an inability to start the engine and
driveability problems until the fuel trim and
ethanol content have been relearned.
Make sure that you dispose of old batteries
in an environmentally friendly way. Seek
advice from your local authority about
recycling old batteries.
If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery, we
recommend that you disconnect the
battery cables to maintain battery charge
for quick starting.
Battery Management System (If
Equipped)
The battery management system monitors
battery conditions and takes actions to
extend battery life. If excessive battery
drain is detected, the system temporarily
disables some electrical systems to
protect the battery.
Systems included are:
• Heated rear window.
• Heated seats.
• Climate control.
• Heated steering wheel.
• Audio unit.
• Navigation system.
A message may appear in the information
displays to alert you that battery
protection actions are active. These
messages are only for notification that an
action is taking place, and not intended to
indicate an electrical problem or that the
battery requires replacement. After battery replacement, or in some
cases after charging the battery with an
external charger, the battery management
system requires eight hours of vehicle sleep
time to relearn the battery state of charge.
During this time your vehicle must remain
fully locked with the ignition switched off.
Note:
Prior to relearning the battery state
of charge, the battery management system
may temporarily disable some electrical
systems.
Electrical Accessory Installation
To make sure the battery management
system works correctly, do not connect an
electrical device ground connection
directly to the battery negative post. This
can cause inaccurate measurements of
the battery condition and potential
incorrect system operation.
Note: If you add electrical accessories or
components to the vehicle, it may adversely
affect battery performance and durability.
This may also affect the performance of
other electrical systems in the vehicle.
CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of
the blade to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid
or water applied with a soft sponge or
cloth.
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Drivebelt Routing
MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 2.3L ECOBOOST™
Part Number
Component
FA-1918
Air filter element.
FL-910-S
Oil filter.
BXT-96R-590
Battery.
SP-537
Spark plugs.
FT-188
Transmission filter
FP-78
Cabin air filter.
WW-1964 (passenger side)
Windshield wiper blade.
WW-2160 (driver side)
We recommend Motorcraft replacement parts available at your Ford dealer or at
fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor
Company ’s specifications and are engineered for your vehicle. Use of other parts may
impact vehicle performance, emissions and durability. Your warranty may be void for any
damage related to use of other parts.
If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performance
specification SAE/USCAR-36.
For spark plug replacement, contact an authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs at the
appropriate intervals. See Scheduled Maintenance (page 438).
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 5.0L
Part Number
Component
FA-1918
Air filter element.
FL-500-S
Oil filter.
BXT-96R-590
Battery.
SP-548
Spark plugs.
FT-188
Transmission filter.
FP-78
Cabin air filter.
WW-1964 (passenger side)
Windshield wiper blade.
WW-2160 (driver side)
We recommend Motorcraft replacement parts available at your Ford dealer or at
fordparts.com for scheduled maintenance. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor
Company ’s specifications and are engineered for your vehicle. Use of other parts may
impact vehicle performance, emissions and durability. Your warranty may be void for any
damage related to use of other parts.
If a Motorcraft oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performance
specification SAE/USCAR-36.
For spark plug replacement, contact an authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs at the
appropriate intervals. See Scheduled Maintenance (page 438).
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A/C
See: Climate Control......................................... 109
About This Manual...........................................7
ABS See: Brakes............................................................ 153
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................. 153
Accessories....................................................434 Exterior Style....................................................... 434
Interior Style........................................................ 434
Lifestyle................................................................. 434
Peace of Mind..................................................... 434
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................ 12
ACC See: Using Adaptive Cruise Control............166
Adjusting the Headlamps.........................242 Horizontal Aim Adjustment........................... 243
Vertical Aim Adjustment................................. 242
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................66
Airbag Disposal...............................................45
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control......................................... 109
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter.............245
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................ 65
Ambient Lighting............................................76
Anti-Theft Alarm
............................................65
Arming the Alarm................................................. 65
Disarming the Alarm........................................... 65
Appendices....................................................456
Apps.................................................................403 ........................................................................\
.......... 403
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link.................. 405
At a Glance........................................................16
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............87 Headlamps On Warning Chime...................... 87
Keyless Warning Alert......................................... 87
Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................. 87
Audio Control
..................................................66
Seek, Next or Previous....................................... 66
Audio System
...............................................306
General Information......................................... 306Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/
SYNC/Touchscreen Display
...................312
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC.............................................................307
Menu Structure.................................................. 309
Autolamps.........................................................72 Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps......................................................... 72
Automatic Climate Control.......................110
Automatic High Beam Control..................74 Automatic High Beam Indicator..................... 75
Switching the System On and Off.................74
Automatic Transmission............................147 Automatic Transmission Adaptive
Learning............................................................ 150
Brake-Shift Interlock......................................... 149
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow.................................................................. 150
SelectShift Automatic ™
Transmission................................................... 148
Understanding the Positions of Your Automatic Transmission............................. 147
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check............................................................238
Autowipers.......................................................69
Auxiliary Power Points................................128 12 Volt DC Power Point..................................... 128
Locations............................................................... 128
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery..................... 239
Blind Spot Information System
...............177
........................................................................\
........... 178
Switching the System On and Off................179
System Errors....................................................... 179
Using the Blind Spot Information System............................................................... 178
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System............177
Body Styling Kits..........................................256
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........228
Booster Seats..................................................25 Types of Booster Seats...................................... 26
Brake Fluid Check
........................................238
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Parking Aids...................................................160
Principle of Operation...................................... 160
Parking Brake
.................................................154
All Vehicles............................................................ 154
Vehicles With Automatic Transmission................................................... 154
Vehicles with Manual Transmission............154
Passive Anti-Theft System........................64 SecuriLock.............................................................. 64
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 64
Perchlorate.........................................................11
Personal Safety System ™
..........................36
How Does the Personal Safety System
Work?.................................................................. 36
Phone..............................................................390 During a Phone Call.......................................... 393
Making Calls........................................................ 392
Pairing Your Cell Phone for the First Time.................................................................. 390
Phone Menu......................................................... 391
Receiving Calls.................................................... 393
Smartphone Connectivity.............................. 394
Text Messaging................................................... 394
Post-Crash Alert System..........................209
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking............................. 58
Power Seats....................................................119 Power Lumbar..................................................... 120
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................239
Power Windows...............................................77 Accessory Delay..................................................... 77
Bounce-Back
.......................................................... 77
One-Touch Down.................................................. 77
One-Touch Up........................................................ 77
Pre-Collision Assist......................................183 Adjusting Pre-Collision Assist
Settings............................................................. 184
Blocked Sensors................................................. 185
Distance Indication and Alert........................ 184
Using the Pre-Collision Assist System............................................................... 183
Protecting the Environment........................15
Puncture See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 283R
Rear Axle..........................................................152
Rear Parking Aid...........................................160
Obstacle Distance Indicator............................ 161
Rear Seats
........................................................121
Accessing the Rear Seats................................. 121
Second Row Split-Folding Rear Seat .........122
Rear View Camera
........................................161
Using the Rear View Camera System.........162
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera..................................... 161
Recommended Towing Weights
............195
Reduced Engine Performance................202
Refueling..........................................................138 Refueling System Overview........................... 138
Refueling System Warning............................. 140
Refueling Your Vehicle...................................... 138
Remote Control
..............................................46
Car Finder................................................................ 49
Intelligent Access Key........................................ 46
Remote Start......................................................... 50
Replacing the Battery......................................... 48
Sounding the Panic Alarm................................ 49
Using the Key Blade............................................. 47
Remote Start
..................................................116
Automatic Settings............................................. 116
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............254
Replacement Parts Recommendation........................................12
Collision Repairs.................................................... 12
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs.................................................................. 12
Warranty on Replacement Parts..................... 12
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control..............................................................51
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)...............................................................216
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)...............................................................216
Roadside Assistance
..................................205
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside
Assistance....................................................... 206
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Roadside Assistance Program Coverage................206
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using Roadside Assistance....................................................... 206
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