2023 FORD MUSTANG check engine

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
The vehicle identification number islocated on the left-hand side of theinstrument panel.
Please note that in the graphic, XXXX isrepresentative of your vehicle identificationnumber.
The Vehicle Identification Number containsthe following information:
World manufacturer identifierA
Brake system, Gross VehicleWeight Rating, Restraint Devicesand their locations
B
Make, vehicle line, series, bodytypeC
Engine typeD
Check digitE
Model yearF
Assembly plantG
Production sequence numberH
CAPACITIES AND
SPECIFICATIONS - 2.3L
ECOBOOST™
Use oil and fluid that meets the definedspecification and viscosity grade.
If you do not use oil and fluid that meetsthe defined specification and viscositygrade, it could result in:
•Component damage not covered bythe vehicle warranty.
•Longer engine cranking periods.
•Increased emission levels.
•Reduced engine performance.
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Ford Protect extended service plan alsooffers a Premium Maintenance Plan thatcovers all scheduled maintenance, andselected wear items. The coverage isprepaid, so you never have to worry aboutthe cost of your vehicle’s maintenance.
Covered maintenance includes:
•Windshield wiper blades.
•Spark plugs.
•The clutch disc (if equipped).
•Brake pads and linings.
•Shock absorbers.
•Struts.
•Engine belts.
•Engine coolant hoses, clamps andO-rings.
•Diesel exhaust fluid replenishment (ifequipped).
•Cabin air filter replacement every20,000 mi (32,000 km) (electricvehicles only).
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Ford Protect Extended ServicePlan (CANADA ONLY)
You can get more protection for yourvehicle by purchasing a Ford Protectextended service plan. Ford Protectextended service plan is the only servicecontract backed by Ford Motor Companyof Canada, Limited. Depending on the planyou purchase, Ford Protect extendedservice plan provides benefits such as:
•Rental reimbursement.
•Coverage for certain maintenance andwear items.
•Protection against repair costs afteryour New Vehicle Limited WarrantyCoverage expires.
•Roadside Assistance benefits.
There are several Ford Protect extendedservice plans available in various time,distance and deductible combinations.Each plan is tailored to fit your own drivingneeds, including reimbursement for towingand rental. When you purchase FordProtect extended service plan, you receiveadded peace-of-mind protectionthroughout Canada, the United States andMexico, provided by a network ofparticipating authorized Ford MotorCompany dealers.
Note:Repairs performed outside of Canadaand the United States are not eligible forFord Protect extended service plancoverage.
This information is subject to change. Formore information; visit your local Ford ofCanada dealer or www.ford.ca to find theFord Protect extended service plan that isright for you.
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•Under normal operating conditions, amessage appears in the instrumentcluster display to indicate the regularoil change interval.
•Under severe operating conditions, theoil change interval may reduce, and themessage interval may adjust.
High performance vehicles can be drivenin such a way that may lead to higher oilconsumption (this includes extended timeat high engine speeds, high loads, enginebraking, hard cornering maneuvers, andtrack use). Under these conditions, oilconsumption of approximately 1 quart per500 miles (1 liter per 800 km) is possible.As a result, the engine oil level needs to bechecked at every refueling and adjusted tomaintain proper level to avoid enginedamage.
Note:Oil level should not exceed themaximum mark on the indicator. SeeEngine Oil Check (page 262).
Your vehicle can be driven in such a waythat dilutes and increases the level of oilby short trips that do not allow the engineto get to operating temperature, extendedidling, and low speed driving for longperiods of time.
When the oil change message appears inthe instrument cluster display, it is time foran oil change. Make sure you perform theoil change within two weeks or 500 mi(800 km) of the message appearing. Makesure you reset the Intelligent Oil-LifeMonitor after each oil change. See OilChange Indicator Reset (page 263).
If your instrument cluster display resetsprematurely or becomes inoperative, youshould perform the oil change interval atsix months or 5,000 mi (8,000 km) fromyour last oil change. Never exceed one yearor 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between oilchange intervals.
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and builtwith multiple, complex, performancesystems. Every manufacturer developsthese systems using differentspecifications and performance features.That is why it is important to rely upon yourdealership to properly diagnose and repairyour vehicle.
Ford Motor Company has recommendedmaintenance intervals for various partsand component systems based uponengineering testing. Ford Motor Companyrelies upon this testing to determine themost appropriate mileage for replacementof oils and fluids to protect your vehicle atthe lowest overall cost to you andrecommends against maintenanceschedules that deviate from the scheduledmaintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of onlygenuine Ford, Motorcraft orFord-authorized re-manufacturedreplacement parts engineered for yourvehicle.
Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and the FordWorkshop Manual list the recommendedadditives and chemicals for your vehicle.We do not recommend using chemicals oradditives not approved by us as part ofyour vehicle’s normal maintenance. Pleaseconsult your warranty information.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is anormal operating characteristic and, byitself, does not necessarily indicate aconcern or that the fluid needs to bechanged. However, a qualified expert, suchas the factory-trained technicians at yourdealership, should inspect discolored fluidsthat also show signs of overheating orforeign material contaminationimmediately.
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Make sure to change your vehicle’s oils andfluids at the specified intervals or inconjunction with a repair. Flushing is aviable way to change fluid for many vehiclesub-systems during scheduledmaintenance. It is critical that systems areflushed only with new fluid that is the sameas that required to fill and operate the
system or using a Ford-approved flushingchemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basicmaintenance checks and inspections everymonth or at six-month intervals.
Check every month
Engine oil level.
For severe use, high engine speed and engine loads, engine braking and track use, checkengine oil level every fuel fill-up.
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.
Seatbelts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps operation for brake, ABS, airbag and seatbelt.
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 yourvehicle checked regularly. This can helpidentify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having thefollowing multi-point inspection performedat every scheduled maintenance intervalto help make sure your vehicle keepsrunning 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 proper
pressure.2Fluid 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 expirationUse By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership serviceadvisor or technician about the multi-pointvehicle inspection. It is a comprehensiveway to perform a thorough inspection ofyour vehicle. Your checklist gives youimmediate feedback on the overallcondition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™
Your vehicle has an Intelligent Oil-LifeMonitor that determines when you shouldchange the engine oil based on how youuse your vehicle. By using severalimportant factors in its calculations, themonitor helps reduce the cost of owningyour vehicle and reduces environmentalwaste at the same time.
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The following California WarrantyStatement, required by Californiaregulations, applies to vehicles certified toCalifornia emissions standards andregistered in a state that requires Californiaemissions warranty. If applicable,additional California Emissions Warrantiescan be found in the Warranty Guide atwww.owner.ford.com.
CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROLWARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS ANDOBLIGATIONS
The California Air Resources Board andFord Motor Company are pleased toexplain the emission control systemwarranty on your (year) vehicle. InCalifornia, new motor vehicles must bedesignated, built and equipped to meetthe State's stringent anti-smog standards.Ford Motor Company must warrant theemission control system on your vehiclefor the periods of time listed belowprovided there has been no abuse, neglector improper maintenance of your vehicle.
Your emission control system may includeparts such as the carburetor orfuel-injection system, the ignition system,catalytic converter and engine computer.Also included may be hoses, belts,connectors and other emission-relatedassemblies. Where a warrantable conditionexists, Ford Motor Company will repair yourvehicle at no cost to you includingdiagnosis, parts and labor.
MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTYCOVERAGE:
(For 1990 and subsequent modelpassenger cars, light-duty trucks, andmedium-duty vehicles.)
- For 3 years or 50,000 miles (whicheveroccurs first);
1) If your vehicle fails a Smog Checkinspection, all necessary repairs andadjustments will be made by Ford MotorCompany to ensure that your emissioncontrol system PERFORMANCEWARRANTY.
2) If any emission-related part on yourvehicle is defective, the part will berepaired or replaced by Ford MotorCompany. This is your short-term emissioncontrol system DEFECTS WARRANTY.
- For 7 years or 70,000 miles (whicheveroccurs first);
1) If an emission-related part listed in thiswarranty booklet specially noted withcoverage for 7 years or 70,000 miles isdefective, the part will be repaired orreplaced by Ford Motor Company. This isyour long-term emission control systemDEFECTS WARRANTY.
OWNER'S WARRANTYRESPONSIBILITIES:
- As the vehicle owner, you are responsiblefor the performance of the requiredmaintenance listed in your owner'smanual. Ford Motor Companyrecommends that you retain all receiptscovering maintenance on your vehicle, butFord Motor Company cannot denywarranty solely for the lack of receipts orfor your failure to ensure the performanceof all scheduled maintenance.
- You are responsible for presenting yourvehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer as soonas a problem exists. The warranty repairsshould be completed in a reasonableamount of time, not to exceed 30 days.
- As the vehicle owner, you should also beaware that Ford Motor Company may denyyou warranty coverage if your vehicle or apart has failed due to abuse, neglect,improper maintenance or unapprovedmodifications.
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A/CSee: Climate Control.........................................126About This Manual...........................................9About This Supplement - Mach 1...............9ABSSee: Brakes.............................................................171ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes..................................................................171Accessories....................................................446AccessoriesSee: Replacement PartsRecommendation............................................19ACCSee: Using Adaptive Cruise Control............185Adjusting the Headlamps.........................274Adjusting the Steering Wheel....................75Airbag Disposal...............................................57Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control.........................................126Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.3LEcoBoost™/5.0L..........................................263See: Changing the Engine Air Filter - 5.0L,Mach 1...............................................................264AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm.........................................74Ambient Lighting............................................83Anti-Theft Alarm............................................74Appendices...................................................496Apps.................................................................428At a Glance.......................................................23Audible Warnings and Indicators.............97Audio Control...................................................75Audio System................................................373General Information..........................................373Audio Unit - Vehicles With: 4.2 InchCenter Display Screen.............................373Audio Unit - Vehicles With: 8 Inch CenterDisplay Screen............................................375Autolamps.........................................................81Automatic Climate Control.......................127Automatic High Beam Control.................84Automatic High Beam ControlIndicators.......................................................84Automatic Transmission...........................164
Automatic Transmission FluidCheck.............................................................270Autowipers........................................................78Auxiliary Power Points................................144
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery.......................271Blind Spot Information System...............197BLISSee: Blind Spot Information System...........197Body Styling Kits.........................................300Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood...........257Booster Seats..................................................35Brake Fluid Check........................................270Brakes.................................................................171General Information............................................171Brake System Specifications - Mach1.......................................................................339Breaking-In.....................................................230Bulb Specification Chart..........................366
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Canceling the Set Speed...........................185Capacities and Specifications - 2.3LEcoBoost™.................................................345Capacities and Specifications - 5.0L,Mach 1...........................................................353Capacities and Specifications -5.0L................................................................359Capacities and Specifications................337Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior..............................293See: Cleaning the Exterior - Mach 1............293Catalytic Converter......................................160Center Console..............................................145Changing a Bulb...........................................276Changing a Fuse...........................................255Changing a Road Wheel...........................330Changing the 12V Battery...........................271Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.3LEcoBoost™/5.0L......................................263Changing the Engine Air Filter - 5.0L,Mach 1...........................................................264
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Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi HotspotName or Password...................................372Changing the Wiper Blades.....................276Checking MyKey System Status...............65Checking the Wiper Blades......................276Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance.................................................46Child Restraint Positioning..........................37Child Safety......................................................25General Information............................................25Cleaning Leather Seats..............................297Cleaning Products.......................................292Cleaning the Convertible Top.................300Cleaning the Engine....................................295Cleaning the Engine - Mach 1..................295Cleaning the Exterior..................................293Cleaning the Exterior - Mach 1................293Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens.........................297Cleaning the Interior...................................296Cleaning the Wheels..................................298Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades...........................................................296Clearing All MyKeys.......................................64Clearing the Garage Door Opener..........142Climate.............................................................419Climate Control.............................................126Climate Controlled Seats..........................138Closing the Convertible Top....................229Clutch Fluid Check - ManualTransmission................................................271Cold Weather Precautions.......................230Connected Vehicle......................................368Connecting the Vehicle to a MobileNetwork...........................................................368Connected Vehicle Limitations..............368Connected Vehicle Requirements........368Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting -Vehicles With: Modem...........................369Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting -Vehicles With: SYNC 3............................370Connecting the Vehicle to a MobileNetwork.......................................................368Connecting FordPass to the Modem.........368Enabling and Disabling the Modem...........368What Is the Modem..........................................368Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-FiNetwork.......................................................368
Convertible Top............................................228Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check............................265Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.......56Creating a MyKey...........................................64Creating a Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot...........372Cross Traffic Alert.........................................199Cruise Control................................................184Cruise Control Indicators...........................185Cruise Control - Vehicles With: AdaptiveCruise Control...............................................76Cruise Control - Vehicles With: CruiseControl.............................................................76Customer Assistance.................................239Customer Information...............................459Radio Frequency CertificationLabels...............................................................459
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Data Recording................................................15Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:Configurable Daytime RunningLamps..............................................................82Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)............82Digital Radio...................................................377Direction Indicators.......................................83Doors and Locks.............................................67Drive Control..................................................210Drive Control - Mach 1................................207Driver Alert.......................................................192Driver and Passenger Airbags...................49Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags........54Driving Aids.....................................................192Driving at High Speed.................................335Driving Economically..................................230Driving Hints..................................................230Driving Through Shallow Water..............231DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:Configurable Daytime RunningLamps..................................................................82See: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................82
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