2023 FORD MUSTANG fuel filter

Enabling Remote Start..............................123
Remotely Starting the Engine.................123
Extending the Remote Start Duration.........................................................................123
Remotely Stopping the Engine...............124
Remote Start Remote Control Indicators.........................................................................124
Remote Start Settings...............................124
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control............................126
Automatic Climate Control......................127
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate- Vehicles With: Manual TemperatureControl.........................................................129
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate- Vehicles With: AutomaticTemperature Control.............................130
Heated Rear Window..................................131
Heated Exterior Mirrors...............................131
Interior Air Quality
What Is the Cabin Air Filter.......................132
Locating the Cabin Air Filter.....................132
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter..................132
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position.................133
Head Restraints............................................133
Manual Seats................................................135
Power Seats..................................................136
Memory Function........................................136
Rear Seats......................................................138
Climate Controlled Seats.........................138
Garage Door Opener
What Is the Garage Door Opener..........140
How Does the Garage Door Opener Work........................................................................140
Garage Door Opener Precautions.........140
Garage Door Opener Limitations..........140
Programming the Garage Door Openerto Your Hand-Held Transmitter..........141
Programming the Garage Door Openerto Your Garage Door Opener Motor..........................................................................141
Programming the Garage Door Openerto Your Gate Opener Motor.................142
Clearing the Garage Door Opener.........142
Reprogramming the Garage Door Opener.........................................................................143
Garage Door Opener Radio Frequencies.........................................................................143
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points...............................144
Storage Compartments
Center Console.............................................145
Glasses Holder.............................................145
Starting and Stopping theEngine
General Information...................................146
Keyless Starting...........................................146
Steering Wheel Lock...................................147
Starting a Gasoline Engine.......................147
Engine Block Heater...................................150
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions......................................152
Fuel Quality....................................................152
Fuel Filler Funnel Location.......................153
Running Out of Fuel....................................153
Refueling.........................................................155
Fuel Consumption.......................................157
Engine Emission Control
Emission Law................................................159
Catalytic Converter.....................................160
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Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need..............239
In California (U.S. Only)...........................240
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only)......................241
Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only)......................242
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.......................................................242
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature........................................................................244
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)........................................................................244
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)........................................................................244
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart.........................246
Changing a Fuse..........................................255
Maintenance
General Information...................................257
Opening and Closing the Hood.............257
Under Hood Overview - 2.3L EcoBoost™........................................................................259
Under Hood Overview - 5.0L.................260
Under Hood Overview - 5.0L, Mach 1.........................................................................261
Engine Oil Dipstick.....................................262
Engine Oil Check.........................................262
Oil Change Indicator Reset.....................263
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.3LEcoBoost™/5.0L....................................263
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 5.0L,Mach 1.........................................................264
Engine Coolant Check..............................265
Manual Transmission Fluid Check -6-Speed Manual Transmission – 3160........................................................................269
Manual Transmission Fluid Check -6-Speed Manual Transmission – MT82........................................................................270
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check........................................................................270
Brake Fluid Check.......................................270
Clutch Fluid Check - ManualTransmission..............................................271
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................271
Changing the 12V Battery..........................271
Adjusting the Headlamps........................274
Washer Fluid Check....................................275
Fuel Filter........................................................275
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................276
Changing the Wiper Blades....................276
Changing a Bulb..........................................276
Track Use
Track Use - Mach 1......................................278
Track Use.......................................................285
Vehicle Care
General Information...................................291
General Information - Mach 1.................291
Cleaning Products......................................292
Cleaning the Exterior - Mach 1...............293
Cleaning the Exterior.................................293
Waxing............................................................295
Cleaning the Engine - Mach 1.................295
Cleaning the Engine...................................295
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades........................................................................296
Cleaning the Interior..................................296
Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens.......................297
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................297
Repairing Minor Paint Damage.............298
Cleaning the Wheels.................................298
Vehicle Storage...........................................298
Cleaning the Convertible Top................300
Body Styling Kits........................................300
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Brake fluid - non petroleumbased
Brake system
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Electric Parking brake
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt
Flammable
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard flashers
Headlamp high beams
Headlamps on
Heated rear window
Hill descent control
Horn control
Interior luggage compartmentrelease
Jack
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EMISSION LAW
WARNING: Do not remove or alterthe original equipment floor covering orinsulation between it and the metal floorof the vehicle. The floor covering andinsulation protect occupants of thevehicle from the engine and exhaustsystem heat and noise. On vehicles withno original equipment floor coveringinsulation, do not carry passengers in amanner that permits prolonged skincontact with the metal floor. Failure tofollow these instructions may result infire or personal injury.
U.S. federal laws and certain state lawsprohibit removing or rendering inoperativeemission control system components.Similar federal or provincial laws mayapply in Canada. We do not approve of anyvehicle modification without firstdetermining applicable laws.
Tampering with emissionscontrol systems includingrelated sensors can result inreduced engine power and the illuminationof the service engine soon light.
Tampering With a Noise ControlSystem
Federal laws prohibit the following acts:
•Removal or rendering inoperative byany person other than for purposes ofmaintenance.
•Repair or replacement of any device orelement of the design incorporated intoa new vehicle for the purpose of noisecontrol prior to its sale or delivery tothe ultimate purchaser or while it is inuse.
•The use of the vehicle after any personremoves or renders inoperative anydevice or element of the design.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agencymay presume to constitute tampering asfollows:
•Removal of hood blanket, fender apronabsorbers, fender apron barriers,underbody noise shields or acousticallyabsorptive material.
•Tampering or rendering inoperative theengine speed governor, to allow enginespeed to exceed manufacturerspecifications.
If the engine does not start, runs rough,experiences a decrease in engineperformance, experiences excess fuelconsumption or produces excessiveexhaust smoke, check for the following:
•A plugged or disconnected air inletsystem hose.
•A plugged engine air filter element.
•A clogged fuel filter.
•Contaminated fuel.
•Air in the fuel system, due to looseconnections.
•Fuel system leaks, due to looseconnections.
•An open or pinched sensor hose.
•Incorrect engine oil level.
•Incorrect fuel for climatic conditions.
•Incorrect engine oil viscosity forclimactic conditions.
Note:Some vehicles have a lifetime fuelfilter that is integrated with the fuel tank.Regular maintenance or replacement is notneeded.
Note:If these checks do not help youcorrect the concern, see your authorizeddealer as soon as possible.
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•Follow the recommended maintenanceschedule and carry out therecommended checks.
•Plan your journey and check the trafficbefore you set off. It is more efficientto combine errands into a single tripwhenever possible.
•Avoid idling the engine in cold weatheror for extended periods. Start theengine only when you are ready to setoff.
•Do not carry unnecessary weight in yourvehicle as extra weight wastes fuel.
•Do not add unnecessary accessoriesto the exterior of your vehicle, forexample running boards. If you use aroof rack, remember to fold it down orremove it when not in use.
•Do not shift into neutral when you arebraking or when your vehicle is slowingdown.
•Shut all windows when driving at highspeeds.
•Switch off all electric systems whennot in use, for example air conditioning.Make sure that you unplug anyaccessories from the auxiliary powerpoints when not in use.
DRIVING THROUGH SHALLOW
WATER
WARNING: Do not attempt tocross a deep or flowing body of water.Failure to follow this instruction couldresult in the loss of control of yourvehicle, personal injury or death.
Note:Driving through standing water cancause vehicle damage.
Note:Engine damage can occur if waterenters the air filter.
Before driving through standing water,check the depth. Never drive through waterthat is higher than the bottom of the frontrocker area of your vehicle.
When driving through standing water, drivevery slowly and do not stop your vehicle.Your brake performance and traction couldbe limited. After driving through water andas soon as it is safe to do so:
•Lightly press the brake pedal to dry thebrakes and to check that they work.
•Turn the steering wheel to check thatthe steering power assist works.
Check the function of the following:
•Horn
•Exterior lights
FLOOR MATS
WARNING: Use a floor matdesigned to fit the footwell of yourvehicle that does not obstruct the pedalarea. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in the loss of control of yourvehicle, personal injury or death.
WARNING: Pedals that cannotmove freely can cause loss of vehiclecontrol and increase the risk of seriouspersonal injury.
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4.On the wall or screen you will observea flat zone of high intensity light at thetop of the right-hand portion of thebeam pattern. If the top edge of thehigh intensity light zone is not at thehorizontal reference line, the headlampneeds to be adjusted.
5.Locate the vertical adjuster on eachheadlamp. Use a Phillips #2screwdriver to turn the adjuster eitherclockwise or counterclockwise toadjust the vertical aim of theheadlamp.
6.Repeat Steps 3 through 7 to adjust theother headlamp.
7.Close the hood and turn off the lamps.
Horizontal Aim Adjustment
The horizontal aim does not require anyadjustment for this vehicle. If a faultoccurs, have the system checked by anauthorized dealer.
WASHER FLUID CHECK
WARNING: If you operate yourvehicle in temperatures below 40°F(5°C), use washer fluid with antifreezeprotection. Failure to use washer fluidwith antifreeze protection in coldweather could result in impairedwindshield vision and increase the riskof injury or accident.
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level islow. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 337).
State or local regulations on volatileorganic compounds may restrict the useof methanol, a common windshield washerantifreeze additive. Washer fluidscontaining non-methanol antifreezeagents should be used only if they providecold weather protection without damagingthe vehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades orwasher system.
FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetimefuel filter that is integrated with the fueltank. Regular maintenance or replacementis not needed.
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Body
•Wash your vehicle thoroughly toremove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud fromexterior surfaces, rear-wheel housingand the underside of front fenders.
•Periodically wash your vehicle if it isstored in exposed locations.
•Touch-up exposed or primed metal toprevent rust.
•Cover chrome and stainless steel partswith a thick coat of auto wax to preventdiscoloration. Re-wax as necessarywhen you wash your vehicle.
•Lubricate all hood, door and luggagecompartment hinges and latches witha light grade oil.
•Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
•Keep all rubber parts free from oil andsolvents.
Engine
•Change the engine oil and filter prior tostorage because used engine oilcontains contaminates which maycause engine damage.
•Start the engine every 15 days for aminimum of 15 minutes. Run at fastidle with the climate controls set todefrost until the engine reaches normaloperating temperature.
•With your foot on the brake, shiftthrough all the gears while the engineis running.
•We recommend that you change theengine oil before you use your vehicleagain.
Fuel system
•Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fueluntil the first automatic shutoff of thefuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing your vehicle fromstorage, check coolant fluid level.Confirm that there are no coolingsystem leaks and that fluid is at therecommended level.
Disconnecting Your 12 Volt Battery
•Check and recharge as necessary. Keepconnections clean.
•If storing your vehicle for more than 30days without recharging the battery,we recommend that you disconnectthe battery cables to maintain batterycharge for quick starting.
Note:It is necessary to reset memoryfeatures if you disconnect the batterycables.
Brakes
•Make sure the brakes and parking brakerelease fully.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, leversand pins under your vehicle are coveredwith grease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)every 15 days to lubricate working partsand prevent corrosion.
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Note:If you use your vehicle regularly abovethe altitude of 7,500 ft (2,286 m) and underthe temperature of -4.0°F (-20°C), it isrecommended to use the alternative engineoil.
Engine Oil 2.3L EcoBoost HighOutput
An oil that displays this symbol conformsto current engine, emission system andfuel economy performance standards ofILSAC.
We recommend Motorcraft® motor oil foryour vehicle. If Motorcraft® oil is notavailable, use motor oils of therecommended viscosity grade that meetsAPI SN requirements.
Do not use supplemental engine oiladditives because they are unnecessaryand could lead to engine damage notcovered by your vehicle warranty.
Capacities
Including the Oil FilterVariant
6.0 qt (5.67 L)All.
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