2023 FORD MUSTANG maintenance

At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display 1
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect rear axle and U-joints. Lubricate if your vehicle has grease fittings.
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 ordrag.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals.2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes.
Brake Fluid Maintenance1
Change the brake fluid.2Every three Years
1 Perform this maintenance item every three years. Do not exceed the designated timefor the interval.2 Brake fluid servicing requires special equipment available at your authorized dealer.
Other Maintenance Items 1
Replace the cabin air filter.Every 20,000 mi(32,000 km)
Replace the engine air filter.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.Every 100,000 mi(160,000 km)Inspect the accessory drive belts.2
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter.
Every 150,000 mi(240,000 km)Change the manual transmission fluid.
Replace the accessory drive belts.
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Other Maintenance Items 1
Change the rear axle fluid.
Change the engine coolant.3At 200,000 mi(320,000 km)
1 Perform these maintenance items within 3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil andfilter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.2 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.3 Initial replacement at 10 years or 200,000 mi (320,000 km), then every 5 years or100,000 mi (160,000 km).
Track Use Maintenance Intervals
Follow these maintenance intervals forwhen you use your vehicle on a track or ina high-speed event.
In addition to the recommendations below,we recommend following the procedurespreviously outlined in the NormalMaintenance Intervals section to help keepyour vehicle running right, to identifypotential issues, and to prevent majorproblems.
Vehicle Use and ExampleInterval
Change the engine oil and filter.One track weekend or approximatelyfour hours of track use
Change the rear axle fluid.1Every 500 mi (800 km)
1 Change the fluid every 500 mi (800 km) or when a message appears in the informationdisplay stating that the axle fluid is overtemperature.
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need toperform extra maintenance, as indicated.If you operate your vehicle occasionallyunder any of these conditions, it is notnecessary to perform the extramaintenance. For specificrecommendations, see your dealershipservice advisor or technician.
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Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the instrumentcluster display and perform services listed in the NormalScheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect rear axle and U-joints. Lubricate if equipped withgrease fittings.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
See axle maintenance items under, Exceptions.
Change manual transmission fluid.Every 60,000 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)Short Trips that do not allow the engine to get to operating temperature causing fueldilution and an increase of the engine oil level
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the instrumentcluster display and perform services listed in the NormalScheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace cabin air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Inspect engine air filter. Replace as required.Every 15,000 mi(24,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
Replace cabin air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Inspect engine air filter. Replace as required.Every 15,000 mi(24,000 km)
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure treaddepth.
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Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
Change engine oil and filter.1Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six months
Change manual transmission fluid.Every 50,000 mi(80,000 km)
1Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change.
Exclusive Use of E85 - Flex Fuel Vehicles Only
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full of regularunleaded fuel.Every oil change interval
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule:
Axle Maintenance
Change the axle fluid anytime an axle issubmerged in water.
If you receive an axle overtemperaturewarning message in the instrument clusterdisplay and a wrench warning indicatorappears, you should change the rear axlefluid at the next convenient time. Thewrench warning indicator turns off whenyou switch off your vehicle.
Timing Chain
If you use your vehicle extensively at aracetrack or at high rpm, it is possible toexceed the service life of the engine timingchain. A wrench indicator light willilluminate when it is time for you to replaceyour chain. See an authorized dealer.
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, theCalifornia Air Resources Board hasdetermined that the failure to perform thismaintenance item does not nullify theemission warranty or limit recall liabilitybefore the completion of your vehicle'suseful life. Ford Motor Company, however,urges you to have all recommendedmaintenance services performed at thespecified intervals and to record all vehicleservice.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa orlocations with similar climates using anAmerican Petroleum Institute (API)Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certificationmark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normaloil change interval is 3,000 mi (4,800 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are notavailable, then the oil change interval is1,800 mi (2,900 km).
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Engine Air Filter and Cabin Air FilterReplacement
The life of the engine air filter and cabin airfilter is dependent on exposure to dustyand dirty conditions. Vehicles operated inthese conditions require frequentinspection and replacement of the engineair filter and cabin air filter.
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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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You, and other authorised drivers of thevehicle in which SUNA Products and/orServices are available or installed andactive, remain at all times responsible forobserving all relevant laws and codes ofsafe driving. In particular, you agree to onlyactively operate SUNA Products and/orServices when the Vehicle is at a completestop and it is safe to do so.
5. Service Continuity and Reception ofthe SUNA Traffic Channel
We will use reasonable endeavours toprovide the SUNA Traffic Channel 24 hoursa day, 365 days a year. The SUNA TrafficChannel may occasionally be unavailablefor technical reasons or for plannedmaintenance. We will try to performmaintenance at times when congestion islight. We reserve the right to withdrawSUNA Products and/or Services at anytime.
Also, we cannot assure the uninterruptedreception of the SUNA Traffic ChannelRDS-TMC signal at any particular location.
6. Limitation of Liability
Neither Intelematics (nor its suppliers orthe manufacturer of your device (the“Suppliers”)) shall be liable to you or toany third party for any damages eitherdirect, indirect, incidental, consequentialor otherwise arising out of the use of orinability to use SUNA Products and/orServices even if Intelematics or a Supplierhas been advised of the possibility of suchdamages. You also acknowledge that theneither Intelematics nor any Supplierguarantees nor make any warranties thatrelate to the availability, accuracy orcompleteness of SUNA Products and/orServices, and to the extent which it islawful to do so, both Intelematics and eachSupplier excludes any warranties whichmight otherwise be implied by any Stateor Federal legislation in relation to SUNAProducts and/or Services.
7. Please Note
Great care has been taken in preparing thismanual. Constant product developmentmay mean that some information is notentirely up-to-date. The information in thisdocument is subject to change withoutnotice.
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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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