2002 Ford Mustang Owner Guide 3rd Printing
2002 Ford Mustang Manual
2002 Ford Mustang manual content summary:
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control Bulb replacement 63 67 67 70 71 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control 76 76 77 78 80 80 Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 89 89 89 91 Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 2
photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2002 Ford Motor Company 2 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 3
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 4
options before they are generally available. Remember to pass on the Owner's Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle. Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 5
you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 6
controls. By operating other electronic equipment (e.g. mobile telephone without exterior aerial) electromagnetic fields can occur which can cause malfunctions of the vehicle electronics. Therefore you should observe the instructions of the equipment manufacturers. Please read the section Air bag - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 7
global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the ones that are described in this Owner Guide; therefore, a supplement has been supplied that complements this book. By referring to the pages in the provided supplement, you can properly identify those - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 8
-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Hazard Warning Flasher Fuse Compartment Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist Power Window Lockout Child Seat Child Seat Tether Anchorage Anti-Lock Brake System Traction Control - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 9
Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Power Steering Fluid MAX MIN Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 10
LIGHTS AND CHIMES Base instrument cluster 50 40 C H 60 70 80 100 120 30 20 10 60 40 20 MPH FUEL DOOR 140 80 90 160 3 2 1 0 4 5 6 L H RPMX1000 100 1801 10 120 km/h SELECT/RESET 7 L H E F AIR THEFT BAG SERVICE ENGINE SOON LOW FUEL 0 0 0 0 0 0 .0 BRAKE CHECK FUEL ! P O/D OFF ABS - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 11
Charging system Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. Air bag readiness Illuminates to confirm AIR that the air bags (front BAG or side) are operational. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. Anti-theft system - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 12
driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold serviced at the first available opportunity. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 13
of the Traction Control event. For more information, refer to the Driving chapter. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) To confirm the anti-lock brake system ABS (ABS) warning light is functional it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position (alternatively for some vehicles - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 14
system warning To confirm the brake BRAKE system warning light is ! P functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position (alternatively engaged. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate as described, seek service immediately. Illumination after the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 15
Base instrument cluster gauges 50 40 C H 60 70 80 100 120 30 20 10 60 40 20 MPH FUEL DOOR 140 80 90 160 3 2 1 4 5 6 L H RPMX1000 100 1801 10 120 km/h SELECT/RESET 7 L H E F AIR THEFT BAG SERVICE ! P FUEL AIR THEFT BAG SERVICE ENGINE SOON LOW FUEL O/D OFF ABS CAP Engine coolant - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 16
have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician. Battery voltage gauge Indicates battery L H voltage. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range, have the vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as possible. Fuel gauge Displays approximately F how - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 17
fuel. The FUEL DOOR icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. • Base instrument cluster gauge • Optional instrument cluster gauge Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. Tachometer - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 18
Instrument Cluster • Base instrument cluster gauge • Optional instrument cluster gauge Trip odometer Registers the 4 5 3 kilometers (miles) of 2 6 individual journeys. 1 7 Press and release the 8 0 reset button until a 'T' 0 0 0 0 0 0 .0 appears in - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 19
ST RF MUTE AM SEEK TUNE REW FM DOLBY B NR EJ TAPE CD AUTO CLK SCAN FF BASS TREB SIDE 1-2 SEL BAL COMP FADE SHUFFLE 1 2 3 4 5 6 Volume/power control Press the control to VOL - PUSH ON turn the audio system on or off. Audio power can also be turned on by pressing the AM/FM select - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 20
decrease the bass output and to increase the bass output. Treble adjust The treble adjust BASS control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system's treble output. Press the TREB control then press: • • to decrease the treble output and to increase the treble output. TREB Speaker balance - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 21
Entertainment Systems Press the FADE control then press: • to shift the sound to the front and to shift the sound to the rear. • Seek function The seek function control works in radio, tape or CD mode. Seek has been completed, the first track of the current disc will automatically replay. 21 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 22
all selections on the tape. (The tape scans in a forward direction. At the end of the tape's first side, direction automatically reverses to the opposite side of the tape.) To stop on a particular selection, press the control again. Scan function in CD or CD changer mode (if equipped) Press the SCAN - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 23
stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations. Starting autoset memory preset 1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM select controls. 2. Press the control. AUTO 3. When the first six - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 24
manner as your original presets. To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system's manually set memory stations, press the AUTO control again. Setting the clock To set the hour, press and hold the CLK control and press SEEK: AUTO CLK • • to decrease hours and to increase hours. To set the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 25
up the • Press band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement. Tape/CD select • To begin tape play TAPE CD (with a tape loaded into the audio system) while in the radio or CD mode, press the TAPE control. Press again during rewind or fast forward to stop the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 26
tape 2 and CD modes. • In the tape mode, tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached. • In CD mode, pressing the FF control fast forwards the CD within the current track. Tape direction select Press to play the alternate side of the tape. Eject function Press the EJ - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 27
Entertainment Systems Dolbyா noise reduction Dolby noise reduction operates in tape mode. Dolby noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback. 4 control to activate (and deactivate) Press the the Dolby noise reduction. Dolby noise reduction is manufactured under - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 28
MUSIC SYSTEM EJ MUTE 1. ON/OFF and volume control 2. AM/FM control 3. Bass control 4. Treble control 5. Fade control 6. Balance control 7. Seek control 8. Scan control 9. Clock control 10. Tune/Directory control 11. CD control 12. MP3 directory control 13. Eject control 14. CD rewind control 15 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 29
. AM/FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the control to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations. Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system's bass output. Treble adjust The treble adjust - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 30
right and left speakers. MP3 functions Your audio system is equipped with MP3 capability which allows you in the player, press the CD control. The MP3 icon will display while the player is with an anti-shock buffer for MP3 discs. MP3 file directory structure The MACH MP3 music system recognizes MP3 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 31
Entertainment Systems numbers each MP3 track on the disc (denoted by the .mp3 file one level of subdirectories will help with navigation through the disc files. Seek function The seek function control works in radio, CD, MP3 flat file mode and MP3 directory modes. Seek function in radio mode - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 32
Entertainment Systems Press and hold the SEEK control to quickly seek through all tracks in MP3 flat file mode or all tracks in the current MP3 directory. Note: If a track has been playing for three seconds on the SEEK control, the or more and you press player will replay that track from the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 33
Entertainment Systems scan function is enabled. When the end of the disc is reached, the player disengage scan mode. or To scan tracks in another directory, press on the TUNE DIR control to select the desired directory. The scan function will be disabled when you change directories. Press the SCN - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 34
Entertainment Systems Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns, indicating the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 35
Entertainment Systems • Press on the SEEK control to decrease the hours. on the • Press SEEK control to increase the hours. To set the minutes, press and hold the CLK control while performing the following functions: on the • Press TUNE DIR control to decrease the minutes. on the TUNE DIR control to - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 36
, press the CD control. CD play will begin where it stopped last. • If a CD is not already loaded, insert the CD into the system. CD will briefly appear car's ignition is turned off and on again, play will begin at the beginning of the last song played. If the radio was powered off by the VOL control - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 37
Systems Selecting a directory in MP3 directory mode The TUNE DIR control allows you to select a different directory to play on the MP3 disc. • Press on the TUNE DIR control the control to stop and eject a disc. If a disc is ejected and not removed from the player, the player will automatically reload - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 38
Entertainment Systems Fast forward The fast forward control works in CD mode. It is not enabled in MP3 flat file mode or MP3 directory mode. Press and hold the control until the desired selection point is reached. The display will show the elapsed time for each track as you fast-forward through it. - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 39
Systems Shuffle feature in MP3 flat file mode The shuffle feature in MP3 flat file mode allows you to play all the tracks on the MP3 disc in random order. • Press the SHUFFLE control another random track on the disc, press or on the SEEK control. • Press SCN to scan through random tracks. The track - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 40
Entertainment Systems • To select another random track in the current directory, press or on the SEEK control. • Press the SCN control to scan passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press the COMP control to activate compression adjust. The compression icon (c) will illuminate in - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 41
Entertainment Systems Track function in MP3 flat file mode and MP3 directory mode • Press the TRACK control. TRAC will appear in the display. • Rotate the volume control to advance or reverse through the tracks. The MP3 icon will blink in the display while the MACH track function is enabled. When - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 42
Systems Error messages You may experience an error message for the following situations: • NO DISC when the CD control Saving and naming MP3 files • Your MACH MP3 music system supports discs containing up to 255 files in 255 directories. Discs supports DAM (Digital Automatic Music) discs. 42 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 43
PUSH ON BAL FADE AM FM CD 1 2 3 4 5 6 MENU MACHா 1000 SOUND SYSTEM RADIO (CD CHANGER COMPATIBLE) MACH 1000ா AUDIO SYSTEM Your vehicle may be equipped with the MACH 1000 audio system. This system is equipped with a rack of amplifiers in the trunk of the vehicle. Do not store or rest - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 44
comfort and protection, it is not recommended to listen to the MACH 1000 audio system at high volume levels for extended periods of time. Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. Turn the control to raise or lower volume. PUSH ON If the volume is set above - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 45
control allows you to + SEL increase or decrease TREB the audio system's treble output. Press the TREB control. Use the SEL control System. This mode allows you to toggle between occupancy modes (DRIVER SEAT, ALL SEATS) and MACH 1000 mode. MACH 1000 mode engages the extra speakers and amplifiers - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 46
Entertainment Systems Press the MACH control to toggle between occupancy modes. Seek function The seek first track of the current disc will automatically replay. Scan function The scan function works in radio or CD mode. Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 47
Systems AM/FM select The AM/FM select AM CD FM control works in radio and CD modes. AM/FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the control The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to six - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 48
will all store the last strong station available. To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system's manually set memory stations, press the AM/FM control again. Setting the clock Press the MENU control until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. (The menu mode must be engaged to enable - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 49
it stopped last. If an alternative CD is desired, press the corresponding preset control (1-6) of a loaded CD, or press the TUNE control to access the other loaded CDs. NO CD will display if the CD control is activated when there is not a CD present in the audio system. NO CD will illuminate in - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 50
audio system. When a disc is loaded into a particular slot (1-6), the number inside that specific circle lights. If the circle is empty, there is no CD in that particular slot. Rewind The rewind control the control to disengage rewind mode. When in rewind mode, your audio system will automatically - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 51
2. Auto load This feature allows you to autoload up to 6 discs into the multi disc CD player internal to the radio. LOAD Press and hold the LOAD control until AUTOLOAD # is displayed. The CD door will open. Load the desired discs, one at a time. The CD is loaded into position and the audio system - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 52
from the door of the CD player, the player will automatically reload the CD. This feature may be used when the ignition is ON or OFF. Shuffle feature Press the SHUF control until the desired shuffle mode is displayed. The audio system will then engage the desired shuffle mode. When engaged, the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 53
again to disable the feature when COMP ON is displayed. On Premium audios, press the COMP control until COMP ON is displayed. Menu mode The MENU control allows you to access many different features within your audio system. There are three sets of menus available depending upon which mode or feature - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 54
Systems feature allows your audio system to receive text information from RDS-equipped FM radio stations. Refer to Radio Data System feature. FIND NONE (deactivates the RDS display). Radio data system (RDS) feature This feature allows your audio system to MENU + SEL receive text information from - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 55
Entertainment Systems RDS features: Once the RDS feature is on, press the MENU control to scroll through the following selections: Traffic announcements This feature allows you to hear traffic announcements while in CD mode. These announcements are broadcast by - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 56
Entertainment Systems Use the SEL control to select the program type. With the feature on, use the SEEK or SCAN control to find the desired program type from the following selections: • Classic • R&B • Country • Religious • Info • Rock • Jazz • Soft • Oldies • Top 40 Show This feature allows you - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 57
CLUB-jazz club with clearly reflected sounds • NEWS-"voice-only" type of sound with a limited audio band Press the DSP control again to access the occupancy modes. Use the SEL control to optimize the sound based upon the occupants in the vehicle. The following occupancy modes can be selected for the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 58
Systems CD CARE CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12cm audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford dealer for further information. TROUBLESHOOTING THE CD PLAYER (IF - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 59
DISC QUALITY FACTORS The MACH MP3 music system is designed for use with CD-DA (regular audio discs), CD-R and CD-RW discs. Discs sure to close each session or the disc will not play. • Bit rate - The player supports bit rates from 56-320 kbps, as well as variable bit rate MP3 files, but lower bit - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 60
Entertainment Systems CD, MP3 AND CD PLAYER CARE • Handle discs by their edges only. • Use care when handling and playing CD-R and CD-RW discs, which are more susceptible to damage from heat, light and stress than are regular CDs. • Always insert and remove a disc by holding the disc flat, with the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 61
Entertainment Systems CASSETTE AND CASSETTE PLAYER CARE • Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less. • Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, high humidity, extreme - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 62
frequency is displayed. The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if it will improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo. AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTIES AND SERVICE Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 63
Climate Controls MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM A/C MAX A/C Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflow to the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 64
will operate automatically if the outside temperature is above approximately 6°C (43°F). This mode will clear ice and fog from the windshield. Since the air conditioner removes moisture from the air, it is considered normal operation if water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain. 64 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 65
humidity buildup inside the vehicle under warm weather conditions, do not drive with the climate control system in the Off mode. • To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle under cold weather conditions, do not drive with he climate control system in Max A/C (if equipped), recirculation mode (if - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 66
is located on the instrument panel. Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog. • A small LED will illuminate when the rear defroster is activated. The ignition must be in the ON position to operate the rear window defroster. The defroster turns off automatically - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 67
Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL • Pull the headlamp control toward you to the first position to turn on the parking lamps, tail lamps, license plate lamps and marker lamps. • Pull the headlamp control toward you to the outer position to turn on the headlamps (in addition to the previous lamps). Foglamp - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 68
at dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. High beams Push the lever - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 69
should be checked by a qualified service technician. Headlamp vertical aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface approximately 7.6 meters (25 feet) from a vertical wall or screen directly in front of it. • (1) Eight feet • (2) Center height of lamp to ground • (3) Twenty five feet - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 70
light pattern with flat edges at the top of the beam pattern. If the flat edges are not at the horizontal reference line, the beam will need to be adjusted. 5. Locate If equipped with a convertible top the map lamps and controls are located on the rearview mirror. Press the controls on the bottom of - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 71
compartment lamp 906 Dome lamp 575 Map lamp 575 Visor vanity lamp 74 Glove compartment 194 Rearview mirror map lamps 192 Fog lamp 899 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer. 71 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 72
Lights Interior bulbs Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently: • interior overhead lamp • map lamp For bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician. Map lamps For bulb replacement, see a qualified service technician or your dealer. Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 73
and make sure they work properly. If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb, you should not need to align it again. Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position. 2. Open the hood. 73 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 74
Lights 3. At the back of the headlamp, pull two retainer pins up to bulb. 7. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse orer. Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs 1. Open trunk. 2. Inside trunk, locate access hole under the rear decklid. 3. Remove the bulb socket by rotating - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 75
Lights Replacing foglamp bulbs The halogen bulb contains gas under pressure. The bulb may shatter if the glass envelope is scratched or if the bulb is dropped. Handle the bulb carefully. Grasp the bulb only by its base. Avoid touching the glass envelope. 1. Rotate the foglamp bulb counterclockwise - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 76
for fast intervals and downward for slow intervals. Push the control on the end of the stalk to activate washer. Push and hold for a longer wash cycle. The washer will automatically shut off after ten seconds of continuous use. HI LO OFF HI LO OFF Mist Function To operate the Mist function - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 77
Driver Controls Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into the service position. 2. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 78
plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. A power point is located inside the center console storage bin. POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 79
of the rocker switch to open. Express down To make the driver window open fully without holding the window control, press the bottom portion of the driver window control completely down and release quickly. Depress again to stop window operation. Window lock (if equipped) The window lock feature - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 80
way to the right to adjust the right mirror. 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return the control to the center position. SPEED CONTROL To turn speed control on • Press ON. Vehicle speed cannot ON be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at OFF or above 48 km - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 81
If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or faster than the set speed. This is normal. Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above the set speed on a downhill. If your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed while - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 82
accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed. To set a lower set speed • Press and hold COAST. Release the RESUME control when the SET desired speed is ACCEL reached or COAST • Press and release COAST to operate the Tap-Down function. Each press will decrease the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 83
• Depress the brake pedal or • Depress the clutch pedal (if equipped). Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed. Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed. ON OFF To return to a previously set speed • - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 84
position for the best fuel economy. The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through all available gears. Deactivating overdrive Press the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) located on the gearshift. The O/D OFF indicator light will illuminate on the instrument cluster. The - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 85
of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. TRUNK REMOTE CONTROL The remote trunk release control is located in the glove compartment. Press to open trunk. CONVERTIBLE (IF EQUIPPED) Do not store articles behind rear seat. Articles stored in the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 86
Driver Controls 3. Unclamp the top from the windshield header at both the right the windshield header, push the front of the top up slightly with your hand to loosen it. 6. Push the convertible PARK BRAK T top switch on the console in front of the armrest and hold until the top is completely stored - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 87
Driver Controls 2. Fasten snap on boot to quarter trim panel on both sides of the vehicle. 3. Insert boot tongue into groove located on rear of seat. 4. To remove, unfasten the snaps and the boot tongue. 5. Pull forward and lift off. Raising the convertible top The convertible top will not - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 88
Driver Controls 5. Open both top clamps before the top meets the windshield header 6. Continue to use the top motor to raise the top until it has reached - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 89
loss, replacement keys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an emergency. Refer to SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System for advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle. 89 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 90
the trunk lid. The handle is composed of a material that will glow for hours in darkness following brief exposure to ambient light. The "T" shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door (lid) or inside the luggage compartment near the tail lamps. Keep vehicle doors and luggage - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 91
ENTRY SYSTEM This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting. 91 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 92
to unlock the driver's door. The interior lamps will illuminate. With the all-door remote entry system, press the control a second time within three seconds to unlock the passenger door. Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors. To confirm all doors are closed and locked, press the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 93
) away from your vehicle. A decrease in operating range can be caused by: • Weather conditions • Nearby radio towers • Structures around the vehicle • Other vehicles parked next to the vehicle To replace the batteries: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter near the key ring - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 94
to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement. Replacing lost transmitters • Take all your vehicle's transmitters to your dealer if service is required. • If you purchase additional transmitters (up to four may be programmed - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 95
is used. The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. THEFT INDICATOR The theft indicator is the flashing red indicator located on top of the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 96
armed. 4 5 Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 4 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. The THEFT indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If the THEFT indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 97
to make sure the coded key is an approved Ford coded key. If your keys are lost or new key codes will need to be re-coded. Replacing coded keys can be very costly and you may "no start" condition. If an unprogrammed key is used in the ignition it will cause a "no start" condition. Programming spare - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 98
, the new coded key(s) will start the vehicle's engine and the theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If not successful , the new coded key(s) will not start the vehicle's engine and the theft indicator will flash on and off and you may repeat steps 1 through 6. - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 99
properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible. Refer The head restraints can be moved up and down. Adjusting the front manual seat Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 100
Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press one side of the control to adjust firmness. Press the other side of the control to adjust softness. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 101
the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat's safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. The control is located on the front outboard corner of the driver's seat. Press front to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. Press rear to - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 102
automatically when returned to the normal position. The rotating boot on the front seat belt is designed to allow rear seat entry/exit. To enter the rear seat: 1. Remove safety belt from safety belt guide boot forward and place the belt in the belt guide on the seat back to allow use by the front - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 103
the child from injury in a collision. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag (SRS) is provided. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 104
Before fastening the safety belt, make sure the shoulder belt passes through the belt guide on the top of the seatback. Coupe shown, convertible is similar and safety belt must also pass through the belt guide. 1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 105
belt system with an controlled manner. This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant's chest. After any vehicle collision, the safety belt system at all outboard seating positions (except driver, which has no "automatic REPLACED if the safety belt assembly "automatic - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 106
Seating and Safety Restraints Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase passengers. The safety belt system can also be made to lock manually by quickly pulling on the shoulder belt. Automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 107
to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 108
belt assembly "automatic locking retractor" feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual. Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. Safety belt warning light and - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 109
Seating and Safety Restraints Conditions of operation If...The driver's safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...The driver's safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding...The driver's safety belt is - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 110
The more we drive, the more we are exposed to "rare" events, even for good drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash during our risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. "Traffic is light" Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle crashes - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 111
Air bags offer greater protection when used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers. Not a good • The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral position (manual transmission). • The ignition switch is in the OFF - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 112
. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE.) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1-2 minutes.) • Steps 3-5 must be completed within 60 Confirmation of disabling BeltMinder is provided by the safety belt warning light flashing four times per second for three seconds. 8. Confirmation - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 113
Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All safety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle assemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 114
which records information about the air bag and sensor systems. In the event of a collision this module may save information related to the collision including information about the air bag system and impact severity. This information will assist Ford Motor Company in servicing the vehicle and in - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 115
restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trim covering the air bag module. All - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 116
the air bag module. Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury. Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford or - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 117
back. How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work? The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation. The fact that the air bags did not inflate in - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 118
sensors), the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors. Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 119
the problem and/or light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 120
child from injury in a collision. Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions that apply to adult passengers of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder belt fit. Do not leave children, unreliable - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 121
increase the risk of serious injury. To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift the child up so that - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 122
with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child's head, a high back booster seat would be a better as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition. The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 123
in the back seatthe safest place for children to ride. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. Never put the shoulder 's arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 124
presented in the Air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) section automatic locking mode. Refer to Automatic locking mode (passenger side front and outboard rear seating positions) (if equipped) section in this chapter. Ford all of the manufacturer's instructions included with the safety seat - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 125
properly restrained in the rear seat) the shoulder belt must be routed through the belt guide at the top of the seatback, refer to Safety Restraints earlier in this chapter for routing through the belt holder. Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 126
the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the latched securely by pulling on it. 5. To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 127
pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode (you should not be able to pull more belt out). If the to an anchoring point. Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for information - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 128
speakers (coupe) or on the lower backside of the seatback (convertible). The tether anchors in your vehicle are either located under a cover marked with the child tether anchor symbol (shown with title) or are under a flap in the convertible top boot. The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 129
tether anchor covers. 5. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. For Convertible only: The tether anchors on the convertible are located on the lower backside of the seatback. 4. Access tether anchors located behind the seatback and pull away vinyl flap to expose anchors. 5. Clip the tether - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 130
to secure the child safety seat. 7. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer's instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases. Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 131
Seating and Safety Restraints Your vehicle has LATCH anchors for child seat installation at the seating positions marked with the child seat symbol. The center of the rear seat is NOT designed as a seating position. The LATCH anchors were not designed to be used with a child seat in the center - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 132
below the locator symbols on the seat back. One pair of anchors are provided for each rear designated seating position. Follow the child seat manufacturer's instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments. Two plastic LATCH guides can be obtained at no charge from any Ford or - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 133
key removal. For vehicle equipped with a manual transmission, you must depress the ignition release lever to release the key. 3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel. This position also allows the automatic transmission shift lever to be moved from the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 134
dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, instructions. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important safety precautions A computer system controls - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 135
the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Push the clutch pedal to the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 136
120 km/h SELECT/RESET 7 L H E F AIR THEFT BAG SERVICE ENGINE SOON LOW FUEL 0 0 0 0 0 0 .0 BRAKE CHECK FUEL ! P O/D OFF ABS CAP Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver's safety belt is - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 137
(if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting, warms up the engine faster and allows the heater-defroster system to respond quickly. Use of an engine block heater is strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach -23° C (-10° F) or - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 138
Adjust the heating or air conditioning (if equipped) to bring in fresh air. Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow, leaves and other debris. BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled maintenance. Occasional - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 139
the brake linings may be worn-out and should be inspected by a qualified service technician. If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First Gear) (manual transmission). The parking brake is not recommended to - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 140
fuel economy. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) On vehicles equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS), a noise from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking events. Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 141
when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, BRAKE the anti-lock brake ! P system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 142
the vehicle with the power steering pump fluid level below the MIN mark on the reservoir. If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort. If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition could be caused by any - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 143
and mechanical elements already present in the anti-lock braking system (ABS). Wheel-speed sensors allow excess rear wheel spin to be detected by the Traction Control portion of the ABS computer. Any excessive wheel spin is controlled by automatically applying and releasing the rear brakes in - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 144
be noticeable to the driver. To reduce the risk of injury, never run the engine with one wheel off the ground, such as when changing a tire. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 145
reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the vehicle if damage to the transmission may occur. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage to the transmission and tires may service technician. 145 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 146
with the gearshift lever in D (Overdrive) gives the best fuel economy for normal driving conditions. For manual control, start in 1 (First) and then shift manually. Driving with a 4-speed automatic transmission (if equipped) Use the following procedure to put your vehicle in gear. 1. Start the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 147
) Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P (Park). Make sure the gearshift lever is securely latched in P (Park). This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift lever is latched in P (Park - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 148
operates in gears one through four. (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the gearshift lever. The transmission control indicator light (TCIL) will illuminate on the instrument cluster. O/D OFF Drive - Not shown on the display. Activate by pressing - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 149
will no longer be illuminated. Each time the vehicle is started, the transmission will automatically return to normal overdrive mode. Every time the vehicle is shut off and restarted, you must press the transmission control switch to cancel overdrive operation if driving in overdrive is not desired - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 150
OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission have a starter interlock that prevents cranking of the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. When starting a vehicle with a manual transmission, you must: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 151
Recommended shift speeds Do not downshift into 1 (First) when your vehicle is moving faster then 24 km/h (15 mph). This will damage the clutch. Upshift according to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: 2 18 km/h (11 mph) 3 31 km/h (19 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 152
a complete stop before you shift into R (Reverse). Failure to do so may damage the transmission. To shift into R (Reverse): 1 3 5 1. Bring your vehicle to 2 4 R a complete stop. 2. Hold the brake pedal down. 3. Hold the clutch pedal down. 4. Move the gearshift lever all the way to the right and pull - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 153
moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage. Have the fluid checked and, if water is found, replace the fluid. 153 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 154
aftermarket equipment. • Payload: Combined maximum allowable weight of cargo, occupants and optional equipment. The payload equals the gross vehicle weight rating minus base curb weight. • GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight): Base capacity for each axle system. The GAWR is engine/transmission combination, - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 155
tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals because they may lower the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. The Safety Certification Label, found on the driver's door pillar - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 156
all four wheels on the ground (such as behind a recreational vehicle). These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged due to insufficient lubrication. All Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles: This applies to all cars and 4x2 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 157
GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24-hours, seven days a week • for the New Vehicle - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 158
In Canada, the card is found in the Owner Information Guide in the glove compartment. U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside assistance, call 1-800- assistance coverage beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club by contacting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Similarly in - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 159
Roadside Emergencies • The hazard lights control is located on top of the steering column. • Depress hazard lights control to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously. • Depress control again to turn the flashers off. FUEL FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH RESET The fuel pump shut-off switch is a device - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 160
the fuse. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified - - - Blue - Pink Green Red Yellow Brown Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 161
11 SEE 12 OWNERS 13 MANUAL 14 FOR 15 FUSE 16 INFO The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 1 20A 2 20A 3 - 4 10A 5 15A controls Not used Right-hand low beam headlamp Instrument cluster, Traction control switch Starter motor relay GEM, Interior lamps Engine controls - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 162
memory 22 - Not used 23 15A A/C clutch, Defogger switch 24 30A Climate control blower motor 25 25A Luggage compartment lid release 26 30A Wiper/Washer motor, Wiper relays 27 20A Radio 28 15A GEM, Overdrive cancel switch 29 15A Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module 30 15A Daytime Running Lamps (DRL - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 163
located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. Always replace SEE OWNERS MANUAL CONSULTER LA GUIDE 13 MINI 14 MINI 163 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 164
Module (PCM) Secondary air injection (3.8L only) Anti-lock Brake Sytsem (ABS) module Auxiliary power point Parklamps Rear window defrost control Power windows, Power locks MACH 1000 left amplifiers Fuel pump MACH 1000 right amplifiers Horn ABS Power seats Intercooler pump (Cobra only) Alternator - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 165
Location 22 23 24 25 26 27 Power Distribution Box Description Not used Not used A/C pressure Not used PCM Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) module, Foglamp relay 25A CB Convertible top Diode Convertible pressure monitoring system (if equipped Replace this tire with a full-size tire as soon as possible. 165 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 166
fail, causing you to lose control of the vehicle, possibly injuring • drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle's reduced ground clearance • try to repair location can lead to impairment of the following: • handling, stability and braking performance • comfort and noise • ground - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 167
surface, activate hazard flashers and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park) or R (manual transmission), turn engine OFF, and block the diagonally opposite wheel. 3. Remove the spare tire, jack and lug wrench but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 167 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 168
tire you are changing. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. Never use the rear differential as a jacking point. To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 169
fastened so it does not rattle when you drive. 11. Unblock the wheels. Anti-theft lug nuts (if equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, one of the lug nuts on each wheel must be removed and replaced with a special key. The key and registration card are attached to the lug - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 170
Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability; also, the catalytic converter may become damaged. Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 171
jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) booster cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 172
final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle's engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Do not connect the end of the second cable to - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 173
jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 174
Roadside Emergencies 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle's battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 174 - - + + - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 175
service or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford damage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 176
inquiry or concern cannot be resolved at the dealership level, please contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center. Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could provide, after following - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 177
Company of Canada, Limited P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) www.ford.ca If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could provide, after following the steps described above, contact - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 178
or state replacement or repurchase laws. FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. Ford ESP is an optional service contract which is backed by Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Service Company - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 179
and/or to discontinue this service without notice and without incurring obligations per applicable state law. What kinds of cases does the Board review? Unresolved warranty repair concerns or vehicle performance concerns as on Ford and Lincoln Mercury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light 179 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 180
product • a non-Ford dealership • sales disputes between customer and dealer except those associated with warranty repairs or concerns with the vehicle's performance as designed • a request for reimbursement of consequential expenses unless a service or product concern is being reviewed • items not - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 181
time of occurrence(s). • The current mileage. • The name of the dealer(s) who sold or serviced the vehicle. • A brief description of your unresolved concern. • A brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor Company. • The names (if known) of all the people you contacted at the - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 182
a form on which to accept or reject the Board's decision. The decisions of the Board are binding on Ford (and, in some cases, on the dealer) but not on consumers who are free to pursue other remedies also contact the North American Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673 (Ford), TDD 182 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 183
are fast, fair, and final; the arbitrator's award is binding both to you and Ford of Canada. CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces. For more information, without charge or obligation, call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1-800-207-0685. GETTING ASSISTANCE - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 184
the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford of Canada is not be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearest Ford dealership. - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 185
French owner's guide French Owner's Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, number of attempts, the manufacturer shall be required to either replace the vehicle with one substantially identical or repurchase the vehicle - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 186
defect or condition that substantially impairs the use, value or safety of the vehicle) OR 3. The vehicle is out of service for repair become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 187
trim over time. • Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash. • Suntan lotions and insect repellents Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 188
. • Always read the instructions before using the products. wheel rims or covers. • Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Ford parts and cause damage. 188 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 189
with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components. • Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. • 3.8L OHV V6 engine - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 190
be the cause. These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, tree sap, or other organic contamination. To clean these items, to clean any parts. • Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or windshield washer solution. Be sure to replace wiper blades when - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 191
equipped with side air bags: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner air bag is mounted. Such products may contaminate the side air bag system and affect performance of the side air bag in a collision. The air bag - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 192
or wand-type car washes against the convertible top and windows may cause water leaks and possible seal damage. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln or - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 193
Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only) (CXC-94) Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (not available in Canada) (ZC-11-A) Ford Extra Strength Motorcraft Dash and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38-A) Motorcraft Car Care Kit (ZC-26) Ford Premium Car Wash Concentrate (F2SZ-19523-WC) Motorcraft Carlite Glass - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 194
away from the battery and all fuel related parts. If you disconnect the battery, the engine must "relearn" its idle conditions before your vehicle will drive properly, as explained in the Battery section in this chapter. Working with the engine off • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 195
unexpectedly. • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1 (First). 3. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 4. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1. Set - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 196
Specifications OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel. HOOD 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood and secure - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 197
7 6 1. Engine oil filler cap 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Power distribution box 5. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 6. Battery 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Air filter assembly 10. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick (if equipped) 197 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 198
engine 1. Engine oil dipstick 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Power distribution box 4. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 5. Battery 6. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Air filter assembly 10. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick (if equipped) 198 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 199
the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Turn the engine off and wait 5 to 10 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 200
Maintenance and Specifications 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). • 3.8L V6 engine MIN MAX • 4.6L SOHC V8 engine MIN MAX 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 201
MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. If the engine oil level is - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 202
the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance guide. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 203
, however, try to only fill the battery cells with distilled water. If the battery needs water often, have the charging system checked. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 204
strategy for optimum driveability and performance. To begin this process: 1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake. 2. Put the gearshift in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral position (manual transmission), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 204 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 205
may be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, the transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy. As a result of this, the transmission may shift firmly. This operation is considered normal and will not affect - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 206
in the scheduled maintenance guide. The coolant concentration should or antifreeze tester (such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014-R1060). The below, add coolant per the instructions in the Adding Engine Coolant section 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 207
maintenance guide for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location. Adding engine coolant When adding coolant, make cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 208
Engine Coolant, VC-2 (US) or CXC-209 (Canada), meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D with the factory-filled coolant. Mixing Motorcraft in case of emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, the cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50/50 mixture of engine - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 209
engine coolant. • Do not mix with recycled coolant unless from a Ford-approved recycling process (see Use of Recycled Engine Coolant section). To engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 210
The following procedure should be used when refilling the cooling system of a 3.8L V6 engine after it has been drained or become extremely low. 1. Remove the cap 2 from the engine coolant reservoir. 3 1 2. Open the cooling system vent plug. 3. Remove the radiator cap as previously outlined. 4. Add - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 211
should be used when refilling the cooling system of a 4.6L V8 engine after it has been drained or become extremely low. 1. Remove idle the engine until the upper radiator hose is warm (this indicates the thermostat is open and coolant is flowing through the entire system). 5. Shut the engine off and - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 212
Coolant (green-colored). However, not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant that meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A. Use of such coolant may harm the engine and cooling system components. Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 213
which you drive. Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection. 213 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 214
fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 215
sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions. Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 216
the Service Engine Soon warning. When the fuel filler cap is properly re-installed, the light(s) will turn off after a period of normal driving. It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly installed fuel filler cap. If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 217
system components. Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds, including manganese-based lightly. However, if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with the recommended octane rating, see your dealer or a qualified service - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 218
control system protection for your vehicle. Gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter should be used when available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter. In Canada, look for fuels that display the Auto Makers' Choice logo. Cleaner air Ford endorses - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 219
refueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine. • Your "Service Engine Soon" indicator may come on. For more information on the "Service Engine Soon" indicator, refer to the Instrument cluster chapter. Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 220
- high) each time the tank is filled. • Allow no more than 2 automatic click-offs when filling. • Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating. • gasoline, preferably a national brand. • Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time you fill up. - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 221
accurate estimate of the vehicle's fuel economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter will show In general, lower temperatures give lower fuel economy. Driving style - good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 222
air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. • You may want to turn off the speed control your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide. Conditions • Heavily loading a carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 223
to the specified schedule. The scheduled maintenance items listed in the scheduled maintenance guide are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system. If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for 223 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 224
Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability. Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. Illumination of the "Service Engine Soon" light, charging system - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 225
system or its battery has just been serviced, the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a "not ready for I/M test" condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system power steering fluid. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 226
back on the reservoir. BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as needed. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules. 226 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 227
un-opened container until the level reaches MAX. Do not fill above this line. MAX 4. Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid certified to meet Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. Brake fluid is toxic. If brake fluid contacts the eyes, flush eyes with running - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 228
pull it up until the pedal stops. 3. Push the clutch pedal down slowly. You will hear a click as the clutch adjusts itself. TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped) Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 229
refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick. 6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully ambient temperature is above 10°C (50°F). Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature 66°C-77°C - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 230
fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition. Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of fluid used is normally indicated on - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 231
fluid additives, treatments or cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transmission components. Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug and inspect - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 232
Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 233
to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 234
and Specifications SERVICING YOUR and can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control. Tire rotation Because your vehicle's tires perform different jobs, rotate them as indicated in the scheduled maintenance guide. If you notice that the tires wear unevenly, have them checked. - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 235
tires are of the same size, type, load-carrying capacity and tread design (e.g., "All Terrain", etc.), as originally offered by Ford. Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size, type, load-carrying capacity and tread design (e.g., "All Terrain", "Touring", etc.), as originally offered - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 236
your vehicle's original tires may also affect the accuracy of your speedometer. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control. Driving at very high speeds for extended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle components. Snow tires - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 237
* Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information. **If a spark plug is removed for inspection, it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder. If a spark plug needs to be replaced, use only spark plugs with the same service part number suffix letter as shown - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 238
Maintenance and Specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Brake fluid Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Motorcraft Engine oil SAE 5W-20 (includes filter change) Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Engine Motorcraft coolant 1 Premium Engine Coolant (greencolored) - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 239
Ford Part Name Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant N/A Motorcraft MERCONV ATF Application Capacity 7 .5 inch axle 1.5L (3.25 pints) 8.8 inch axle 2.0L (4.25 pints) Fuel tank Transmission fluid 3 All Automatic , service is - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 240
correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle. MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 241
and convertible top fluid (if equipped) Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft XT-2-QM MERCON ATF Motorcraft SAE XY-80W90-QL 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant 1 WSP-M2C197-A Motorcraft SAE XY-75W140-QL 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant Automatic transmission fluid 3.8L Manual transmission fluid - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 242
correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle. MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 243
TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PRERegulations require VENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF PS R AXLE TR SPR label may be located. X XX XXX X XX X XXXX UPC ∇F85B-1520472-AB The Certification label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver's side. - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 244
Maintenance and Specifications Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel. (Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number.) Engine - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 245
Ford's rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Ford accessory Not all accessories are available for all models. Vehicle Security Air bag anti-theft locks Styled wheel locks Vehicle security systems Comfort and - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 246
Accessories Dash trim Electrochromic mirror with compass Electrochromic mirror with compass and temperature display Engine block heaters Remote keyless entry system Remote start system Travel equipment Auto headlamps with daytime running lights (DRL) Daytime running lights (DRL) First aid kit Fog - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 247
a qualified service technician. • Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use or are not properly installed. When operated, such systems may cause the engine to stumble or stall or cause the transmission to - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 248
passenger air bag ...117 Air cleaner filter ...237 Air conditioning manual heating and air conditioning system ...63 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...206 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...140-141 Anti-theft system warning light ...11 Audio system (see Radio) ...19, 43 Automatic transmission - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 249
compartment ...188 instrument panel .. 190 interior ...191 plastic parts ...190 washing ...187 waxing ...187 wheels ...188 wiper blades ...190 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ...63 Clock ...24, 34, 48 Clutch adjusting ...228 operation while driving ...150 recommended shift speeds - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 250
...66 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...228 engine oil ...199 Doors lubricant specifications ...240 Driving under special conditions through water ...153 E Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ...170 Emission control system ...223 Engine ...242 check engine/service engine soon light ...11 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 251
location ...154 H Hazard flashers ...158 Head restraints ...99 Headlamps ...67 aiming ...68-69 bulb specifications .. 71 daytime running lights ...67 flash to pass ...68 high beam ...10, 68 replacing bulbs ...72 turning on and off .. 67 warning chime ...15 Heating heating and air conditioning system - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 252
, warning and indicator ...10 air bag ...11 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...13, 141 anti-theft ...11 brake ...14 charging system ...11 fuel cap light ...12 252 high beam ...10 low fuel ...13 overdrive off ...13 safety belt ...10 service engine soon ...11 traction control active ...13 turn signal indicator - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 253
safety belts ...113 extension assembly ...113 for adults ...104-107 for children ...119-120 warning light and chime ...10, 14, 108-109 Safety seats for children ...123 Seat belts (see Safety restraints) ...102 Seats ...99 child safety seats .. 123 SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ...95-97 253 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 254
...234 replacing ...235 rotating ...234 snow tires and chains ...236 tire grades ...233 treadwear ...232 Towing ...156 recreational towing ...156 trailer towing ...156 wrecker ...175 Traction control ...142 active light ...13 254 Traction-lok rear axle ...144 Transmission automatic operation - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 255
Index Windows power ...78 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid ...199 checking and cleaning ...76 operation ...76 replacing wiper blades ...77 Wrecker towing ...175 255 - 2002 Ford Mustang | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 256
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Introduction
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Instrument Cluster
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Warning and control lights
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Gauges
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Entertainment Systems
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AM/FM stereo cassette with CD
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AM/FM stereo with CD
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AM/FM stereo cassette (CD changer compatible)
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Climate Controls
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Lights
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Headlamps
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Turn signal control
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Bulb replacement
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Driver Controls
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Windshield wiper/washer control
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Steering wheel adjustment
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Power windows
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Mirrors
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Speed control
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Locks and Security
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Keys
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Locks
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Anti-theft system
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Seating and Safety Restraints
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Seating
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Safety restraints
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Air bags
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Child restraints
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Driving
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Starting
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Table of Contents
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