2023 FORD MUSTANG oil filter

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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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.3L ECOBOOST™
Battery (out of view). See Changing the 12V Battery (page 271).A
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 262).B
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 262).C
Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 270).D
Air filter assembly. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 264).E
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 265).F
Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See Washer Fluid Check (page 275).G
Power distribution box. See Fuses (page 246).H
Note:Your vehicle may not have an enginecover as shown.
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 5.0L
Battery (out of view). See Changing the 12V Battery (page 271).A.
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 262).B.
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 262).C.
Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 270).D.
Air filter. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 264).E.
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 265).F.
Washer system fluid reservoir. See Washer Fluid Check (page 275).G.
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 246).H.
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 5.0L, MACH 1
Battery (out of view). See Changing the 12V Battery (page 271).A
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 262).B
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 262).C
Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 270).D
Air filter assembly. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 264).E
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 265).F
Windshield washer reservoir. See Washer Fluid Check (page 275).G
Power distribution box. See Changing a Fuse (page 255).H
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Engine Oil Pressure Warning Lamp
WARNING: If it illuminates whenyou are driving do not continue yourjourney, even if the oil level is correct.Have your vehicle checked.
It illuminates when you switchthe ignition on.
If it illuminates when the engineis running this indicates a malfunction.Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe todo so and switch the engine off. Check theengine oil level. If the oil level is sufficient,this indicates a system malfunction. Haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR
RESET
Use the information display controls onthe steering wheel to reset the oil changeindicator.
From the main menu scroll to:
Action and descriptionMessage
Press the right arrow button,then from this menu scrollto the following message.
Settings
Press OKAdvancedSettings
Press the right arrow button,then from this menu scrollto the following message.
Vehicle
Press the right arrow button,then from this menu scrollto the following message.
Oil Life
Action and descriptionMessage
Press and hold the OKbutton until the instrumentcluster displays thefollowing message.
Hold OK toReset
Reset Successful
When the oil change indic-ator resets the instrumentcluster displays 100%.
Remaining Life
{00}%
If the instrument clusterdisplays one of the followingmessages, repeat theprocess.
Not Reset
Reset Cancelled
CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR
FILTER - 2.3L ECOBOOST™/
5.0L
WARNING: To reduce the risk ofvehicle damage and personal burninjuries, do not start your engine with theair cleaner removed and do not removeit while the engine is running.
Note: Failure to use the correct air filterelement may result in severe enginedamage. Your warranty may not coverthese damages.
Only use the specified replacement airfilter. See Motorcraft Parts (page 342).
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TRACK USE - MACH 1
Operating at High Speeds andTrack Days
Your vehicle is capable of sustained highspeeds and track day driving.
Before operating your vehicle at highspeeds:
•Verify your tires have the correctpressures.
•Inspect wheels and tires for wear anddamage. Replace any damaged wheelsand tires.
•Check and set lug nut torque. SeeTechnical Specifications (page 336).
•Verify fluid levels for oil, coolant, brakeand hydraulic fluid. See Capacitiesand Specifications (page 337).
•Change the engine oil and replace theengine oil filter prior to use on the track.Change the engine oil and filter againafter every four hours of track time.Maintain the engine oil level at or nearthe max mark on the engine oil dipstick.See Engine Oil Check (page 262).
•Replace the brake fluid with freshMotorcraft/Ford DOT 4 LV HighPerformance Brake Fluid or other DOTcompliant fluid with a dry boiling pointgreater than 500°F (260°C) from asealed container. Do not use siliconeor DOT 5 brake fluids.
•If you are operating your Mach 1 on adrag strip, use drag strip selectabledrive mode in addition to using line lockand launch control to provide a specificset-up tuned for the quickest straightline elapsed times.
•If you are operating your Mach 1 on aroad course, use sport or trackselectable drive modes to provide aspecific set-up tuned for optimal shiftand suspension set-up that is tunedtowards handling prowess on closedcourse surfaces.
After operating your vehicle at high speedsor track day driving, do the following:
•Set the tire pressure to the properspecification.
•Check and set the lug nut torque. SeeTechnical Specifications (page 336).
•Check all fluid levels.
•Refer to the track maintenance intervalchart. See Normal ScheduledMaintenance (page 452).
•Check the front and rear wheelbearings for abnormal wear.
•Inspect brake caliper dust boots forabnormal wear.
Track Apps
WARNING: Track Apps™ is fortrack use only. Remember that evenadvanced technology cannot defy thelaws of physics. It is always possible tolose control of a vehicle due toinappropriate driver input for theconditions. Aggressive driving on anyroad condition can cause you to losecontrol of your vehicle increasing the riskof personal injury or property damage.
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