Of them all, perhaps the best-known and
most accessible to the widest owner base
is the Mustang Mach 1, a sporty fastback
first introduced in 1969 that had the look,
features and performance that helped
define the muscle car era.
In postwar America, the Jet Age influence
was all the rage -- especially in the auto
industry, where tail fins and air intakes
influenced progressive car designs. It was
then when the terms Mach 1 and Sound
Barrier became part of public conversation,
as jets and rockets were being employed
in aeronautic experiments to help
humankind soar past the speed of sound.
Ford
’s first use of the Mach 1 name came
on a concept vehicle – a wheel-less
single-seat pod tethered to an arm that
allowed it to glide on a cushion of air
around a circular track set up at the Ford
Rotunda in the spring of 1959. Ford ’s
Levacar Mach 1 Concept was an
air-propulsion flying car of sorts,
suggesting that vehicles in the future could
use ducted air to levitate and maneuver at
high speed while off the ground.
The Mach 1 name was resurrected in 1966
for another Ford concept car that was
meant to preview some aerodynamic and
styling advances for a futuristic
high-performance Mustang fastback. The
two-seat Mustang Mach 1 Concept that
was shown at the 1967 Detroit Auto Show
featured a slanted areo-grille, severely
chopped roof, large air scoops and steeply
slanted rear glass as part of a full
hatchback -- a design feature that
wouldn ’t appear in production until 1974.
Ford updated the Mustang Mach 1 Concept
with a new front-end treatment in time for
touring the auto show circuit in 1968 to
herald the popular pony car ’s third styling
refresh due the following year. By the time 1969 had rolled around, the
again restyled and upsized Ford Mustang
was facing a series of new challenges, both
in the muscle car wars taking place out in
the marketplace by an onslaught of
powerful new competitors, and inside of
Ford Motor Company, where a new, Steed
for Every Need marketing approach
expanded pony car offerings to five distinct
models with at least 10 different
powertrain combinations. Ford's Mustang
had galloped into its fifth model year
refreshed with unmistakable good looks,
thanks to its 2+2 fastback now called the
SportsRoof, featuring upper rear-quarters
cut with forward-facing scoops and a
dramatic tail that incorporated an upswept
rear edge.
Even though the GT equipment group
introduced in 1965 was again available for
a final year, it was overshadowed for 1969,
as the hot ticket was an all-new Mach 1
model – wearing the name borrowed from
those radical recent Mustang show cars.
The new Mustang Mach 1 came standard
with the 351, a desirable mix of appearance
enhancements, plus special reflective
bodyside stripes and an uplevel interior.
Later, a flat-black rear decklid spoiler and
a set of rear window louvers were added
as dress-up options. To many enthusiasts
today, a ’
69 Mach 1 equipped with an
optional new-for-’ 69 428 Cobra Jet V-8 is
the first true Mustang muscle car and a
top-shelf collectible.
Other than yet another front-end
freshening (including going back to just
two headlamps and adding non-functional
outboard air inlets) and the elimination of
the side scoops, the biggest change to the
1970 Mustang lineup was a move to the
Cleveland-design 351 V-8 over the Windsor
351 version from the year before. The GT
model was dropped in the face of the
Mach 1's popularity, but the 428CJ engine
option was again available across the
board. By 1971, Ford ’s famed
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Create MyColor
Change with Drive Mode
Cluster
Appear-
ance Normal
Sport
Track
1 See Track Use (page 43).
Note: Quiet start allows you to schedule when the exhaust mode turns on the quiet setting.
The time window can be from 1 to 24 hours.
Note: Depending on your vehicle
configuration, some features such as
Exhaust Mode and Line Lock may be if
equipped.
Note: The menu options for Performance
Shift Indicator, Launch Control, and Rev
Match are for manual transmissions only. Phone
Audio
Navigation
(If Equipped)
Configure MyGauges
When configuring your gauges you can
select to display up to three virtual gauges. Inlet air temperature.
A
Battery voltage.
B
Air fuel ratio.
C
Vacuum.
D
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19 in. x 9.5 in. front wheel, with
the valve hole in a smaller
window.
A
19 in. x 10 in. rear wheel, with the
valve hole in a larger window.
B
19 in. x 10.5 in. front wheel, with
the valve hole in a smaller
window.
C
19 in. x 11 in. rear wheel, with the
valve hole in a larger window.
D
Note: For the base five-star wheel, you can
identify the correct wheel size by checking
behind the wheel spokes. To make sure that your tires perform as
intended, it is important that you maintain
your tires properly:
•
We optimize your original equipment
tires for performance in both wet and
dry conditions. We do not recommend
using the original equipment tires when
temperatures drop to about 45°F (7°C)
or below, depending on tire wear and
environmental conditions, or in snow
and ice conditions.
• We design the tires for track use. They
may exhibit significantly reduced tread
life and increased tire noise compared
to the standard equipment tires under
normal driving conditions. Increasing
the front camber settings beyond the
factory settings may further accelerate
tread wear and induce tire noise.
• For tire pressures, see the placard on
the B-pillar inside the driver door.
• Always maintain your tire pressures
according to the tire information
placard on the driver door jamb, using
an accurate gauge.
• Check your tire pressures cold, after
you park the vehicle for at least three
hours. Do not reduce pressure of warm
tires.
• Check your tire pressure often to
maintain it properly. Tire pressure can
diminish over time and fluctuate with
temperature.
• Do not overload your vehicle. We list
maximum vehicle and axle weights on
the tire information placard.
• Take extra caution when operating the
vehicle near its maximum load,
including assuring proper tire pressure
and reducing speeds.
• Take extra caution when operating on
rough roads to avoid impacts that
could cause tire damage.
• If you encounter an abnormally harsh
impact, inspect your tires for damage.
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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. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great.Multi-Point inspection
Hazard warning system operation.
Accessory drive belts.
Horn operation.
Battery performance.
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioninghoses.
Engine air filter.
Suspension components for leaks ordamage.
Exhaust system.
Steering and linkage.
Exterior lamps operation.
Tires, including spare, for wear and properpressure.2
Fluid levels; fill if necessary. 1
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits.
For oil and fluid leaks.
Washer spray and wiper operation.
Half-shaft dust boots.
1 Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer.
2 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 is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle. NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™
Your vehicle has an Intelligent Oil-Life
Monitor that determines when you should
change the engine oil based on how you
use your vehicle. By using several
important factors in its calculations, the
monitor helps reduce the cost of owning
your vehicle and reduces environmental
waste at the same time.
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