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Instrument Cluster WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS The following warning lamps and indicators will alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious. Some lamps will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure they work. If any lamps remain on after starting your vehicle, refer to the respective system warning lamp for further information. Note: Some warning indicators appear in the information display and function the same as a warning lamp but do not display when you start your vehicle. Battery If it illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfunction. Switch off all unnecessary electrical equipment and have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately. Blind Spot Monitor (If Equipped) It will illuminate when you switch this feature off or in conjunction E151262 with a message. See Blind Spot Information System (page 159). See Information Messages (page 91). Adaptive Cruise Control (If Equipped) The speed control system indicator light changes color to E144524 indicate what mode the system is in: See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 153). On (white light): Illuminates when the adaptive cruise control system is turned on. Turns off when the speed control system is turned off. Engaged (green light): Illuminates when the adaptive cruise control system is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged. Brake System It will illuminate when you engage the parking brake with the ignition on. E144522 If it illuminates when you are driving, check that the parking brake is not engaged. If the parking brake is not engaged, this indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction. Have the system checked immediately by your authorized dealer. WARNING Driving your vehicle with the warning lamp on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop your vehicle. Have your vehicle checked by your authorized dealer immediately. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury. Anti-Lock Braking System If it illuminates when you are driving, this indicates a malfunction. You will continue to have the normal braking system (without ABS) unless the brake system warning lamp is also illuminated. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer. Cruise Control (If Equipped) It will illuminate when you switch this feature on. E71340 79 Mustang (), enUSA, First Printing

Section	Page
Copyright ©	2
Introduction	10
About This Manual	10
Symbols Glossary	10
Data Recording	12
California Proposition 65	14
Perchlorate	14
Ford Credit	14
Replacement Parts Recommendation	14
Special Notices	15
Mobile Communications Equipment	16
Export Unique Options	16
At a Glance	17
At a Glance	17
Child Safety	21
General Information	21
Installing Child Seats	22
Booster Seats	28
Child Seat Positioning	30
Safety Belts	32
Principle of Operation	32
Fastening the Safety Belts	33
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime	35
Safety Belt Minder	35
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance	37
Personal Safety System™	38
Personal Safety System™	38
Supplementary Restraints System	39
Principle of Operation	39
Driver and Passenger Airbags	40
Front Passenger Sensing System	41
Side Airbags	43
Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags	45
Safety Canopy™	45
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator	46
Airbag Disposal	47
Keys and Remote Controls	48
General Information on Radio Frequencies	48
Remote Control	49
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control	52
MyKey™	53
Principle of Operation	53
Creating a MyKey	54
Clearing All MyKeys	54
Checking MyKey System Status	56
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems	57
MyKey Troubleshooting	57
Locks	59
Locking and Unlocking	59
Interior Luggage Compartment Release	63
Security	65
Passive Anti-Theft System	65
Anti-Theft Alarm	66
Steering Wheel	67
Adjusting the Steering Wheel	67
Audio Control	67
Voice Control	68
Cruise Control	68
Information Display Control	68
Wipers and Washers	69
Windshield Wipers	69
Autowipers	69
Windshield Washers	70
Lighting	71
Lighting Control	71
Autolamps	71
Instrument Lighting Dimmer	72
Headlamp Exit Delay	73
Daytime Running Lamps	73
Front Fog Lamps	74
Direction Indicators	74
Welcome Lighting	74
Interior Lamps	74
Ambient Lighting	75
Windows and Mirrors	76
Power Windows	76
Global Opening	76
Exterior Mirrors	77
Interior Mirror	78
Sun Visors	79
Instrument Cluster	80
Gauges	80
Warning Lamps and Indicators	82
Audible Warnings and Indicators	84
Information Displays	86
General Information	86
Information Messages	94
Climate Control	104
Manual Climate Control	104
Automatic Climate Control	105
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate	107
Heated Windows and Mirrors	109
Cabin Air Filter	110
Remote Start	110
Seats	111
Sitting in the Correct Position	111
Head Restraints	111
Manual Seats	113
Power Seats	113
Memory Function	114
Rear Seats	115
Climate Controlled Seats	116
Universal Garage Door Opener	117
Universal Garage Door Opener	117
Auxiliary Power Points	122
Auxiliary Power Points	122
Storage Compartments	123
Center Console	123
Glasses Holder	123
Starting and Stopping the Engine	124
General Information	124
Keyless Starting	124
Steering Wheel Lock	125
Starting a Gasoline Engine	125
Engine Block Heater	127
Fuel and Refueling	129
Safety Precautions	129
Fuel Quality	130
Running Out of Fuel	130
Refueling	131
Fuel Consumption	133
Emission Control System	134
Transmission	137
Manual Transmission	137
Automatic Transmission	139
Rear Axle	142
Limited Slip Differential	142
Brakes	143
General Information	143
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes	143
Parking Brake	143
Hill Start Assist	144
Traction Control	145
Principle of Operation	145
Using Traction Control	145
Stability Control	146
Principle of Operation	146
Using Stability Control	147
Parking Aids	150
Parking Aid	150
Rear View Camera	151
Cruise Control	155
Principle of Operation	155
Using Cruise Control	155
Using Adaptive Cruise Control	156
Driving Aids	162
Blind Spot Information System	162
Steering	166
Collision Warning System	167
Drive Control	169
Load Carrying	171
Load Limit	171
Load Limit	175
Towing	182
Towing a Trailer	182
Recommended Towing Weights	183
Essential Towing Checks	184
Transporting the Vehicle	186
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels	186
Convertible Top	188
Opening the Convertible Top	188
Closing the Convertible Top	189
Driving Hints	191
Breaking-In	191
Economical Driving	191
Driving Through Water	191
Floor Mats	192
Roadside Emergencies	194
Roadside Assistance	194
Hazard Warning Flashers	195
Fuel Shutoff	195
Jump Starting the Vehicle	196
Post-Crash Alert System	198
Customer Assistance	199
Getting the Services You Need	199
In California (U.S. Only)	200
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)	201
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)	201
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada	202
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature	203
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)	203
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)	204
Fuses	205
Fuse Specification Chart	205
Changing a Fuse	212
Maintenance	213
General Information	213
Opening and Closing the Hood	213
Under Hood Overview	214
Under Hood Overview	215
Under Hood Overview	216
Engine Oil Dipstick	217
Engine Oil Check	217
Engine Coolant Check	218
Manual Transmission Fluid Check	222
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check	222
Brake and Clutch Fluid Check	222
Power Steering Fluid Check	222
Washer Fluid Check	223
Fuel Filter	223
Changing the 12V Battery	223
Checking the Wiper Blades	225
Changing the Wiper Blades	225
Adjusting the Headlamps	226
Changing a Bulb	227
Bulb Specification Chart	229
Changing the Engine Air Filter	230
Vehicle Care	231
General Information	231
Cleaning Products	231
Cleaning the Exterior	231
Waxing	232
Cleaning the Engine	232
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades	233
Cleaning the Interior	233
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens	233
Cleaning Leather Seats	234
Repairing Minor Paint Damage	235
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels	235
Vehicle Storage	235
Wheels and Tires	238
Temporary Mobility Kit	238
Tire Care	244
Using Summer Tires	259
Using Snow Chains	259
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	260
Changing a Road Wheel	263
Driving at High Speed	268
Technical Specifications	269
Capacities and Specifications	270
Engine Specifications	270
Motorcraft Parts	271
Vehicle Identification Number	271
Vehicle Certification Label	272
Transmission Code Designation	273
Capacities and Specifications	274
Capacities and Specifications	278
Capacities and Specifications	282
Audio System	286
General Information	286
Audio Unit	287
Audio Unit	290
Digital Radio	291
Satellite Radio	293
Audio Input Jack	296
USB Port	297
Media Hub	297
SYNC™	298
General Information	298
Using Voice Recognition	300
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone	302
SYNC™ Applications and Services	312
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player	320
SYNC™ Troubleshooting	327
MyFord Touch™	337
General Information	337
Settings	344
Entertainment	354
Phone	371
Information	377
Climate	386
Navigation	389
Accessories	398
Accessories	398
Appendices	400
End User License Agreement	400
Extended Service Plan (ESP)	415
Extended Service Plan (ESP)	415
Scheduled Maintenance	417
General Maintenance Information	417
Normal Scheduled Maintenance	420
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance	422

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WARNING LAMPS AND

INDICATORS

The following warning lamps and

indicators will alert you to a vehicle

condition that may become serious. Some

lamps will illuminate when you start your

vehicle to make sure they work. If any

lamps remain on after starting your vehicle,

refer to the respective system warning

lamp for further information.

Note:

Some warning indicators appear in

the information display and function the

same as a warning lamp but do not display

when you start your vehicle.

Adaptive Cruise Control

(If Equipped)

E144524

The speed control system

indicator light changes color to

indicate what mode the system

is in:

See

Using Adaptive Cruise Control

(page 153).

On (white light): Illuminates when the

adaptive cruise control system is turned

on. Turns off when the speed control

system is turned off.

Engaged (green light): Illuminates when

the adaptive cruise control system is

engaged. Turns off when the speed control

system is disengaged.

Anti-Lock Braking System

If it illuminates when you are

driving, this indicates a

malfunction. You will continue

to have the normal braking system

(without ABS) unless the brake system

warning lamp is also illuminated. Have the

system checked by your authorized dealer.

Battery

If it illuminates while driving, it

indicates a malfunction. Switch

off all unnecessary electrical

equipment and have the system checked

by your authorized dealer immediately.

Blind Spot Monitor

(If Equipped)

E151262

It will illuminate when you switch

this feature off or in conjunction

with a message. See

Blind Spot

Information System

(page 159).

See

Information Messages

(page 91).

Brake System

E144522

It will illuminate when you

engage the parking brake with

the ignition on.

If it illuminates when you are driving, check

that the parking brake is not engaged. If

the parking brake is not engaged, this

indicates low brake fluid level or a brake

system malfunction. Have the system

checked immediately by your authorized

dealer.

WARNING

Driving your vehicle with the warning

lamp on is dangerous. A significant

decrease in braking performance

may occur. It will take you longer to stop

your vehicle. Have your vehicle checked by

your authorized dealer immediately. Driving

extended distances with the parking brake

engaged can cause brake failure and the

risk of personal injury.

Cruise Control

(If Equipped)

E71340

It will illuminate when you switch

this feature on.

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Instrument Cluster