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[SV04600(
ALL)04/95]
Engine
Compartment
*
[SV04700(MBC
)09/93]
Your
vehicle
has
one
of
these
types
of
engines:
[SV04900(MBC
)06/95]
❑
a
3.8
liter
SFI
engine
[SV05075(MBC
)03/95]
❑
a
4.6
liter
SFI
engine
*
[SV05300(MBC
)11/94]
The
following
pages
show
diagrams
of
each
engine
type
and
where
to
find
items
that
you
should
regularly
service.
File:15rcsvm.ex
Update:Thu Mar 28 14:48:54 1996
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Our Guiding Principles
4
Introductory Information
4
Breaking Your Vehicle in
8
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
8
Washing and Polishing Your Vehicle
9
Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts
10
Cleaning Plastic Parts
10
Important Safety Belt Information
11
Safety Restraints
11
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
13
To Fasten the Belt, Pull the Lap/Shoulder Belt
13
Fastening the Front Seat Combination Lap and Shoulder Belt
14
Vehicle Sensitive (Emergency) Locking Mode
15
Dual Locking Mode Retractors Operate in Two Ways
15
Safety Belts for Front Passenger (Coupe Only) and Rear (Coupe and Convertible) Outboard Seating Positions
15
Fastening the Rear Seat Combination Lap and Shoulder Belt Coupe and Convertible
15
Automatic Locking Mode
16
Front Passenger Lap Belt Retractor
17
To Unfasten All the Belts
19
Unfastening the Front (Coupes) and Rear Outboard Lap/Shoulder Belts
19
Unfastening the Mustang Convertible Front Outboard Lap/Shoulder Belts
20
Belt Holder Location — Coupe Only
21
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
22
Belt Holder Location
22
Safety Belt Maintenance
23
Cleaning the Safety Belts
23
The Importance of Wearing Safety Belts
24
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
24
The Importance of Being Properly Seated
25
How the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Operates
27
Inflated Driver Side Air Bag
28
Inflated Right Front Passenger Side Air Bag
29
Safety Restraints for Children
30
Disposal of Air Bags or Air Bag Equipped Vehicles
30
Safety Seats for Children
32
Installing Safety Seats in the Front Seat - Convertible
34
Checking the Retractor
40
Installing Safety Seats in the Front Seat (Coupe Only) and Rear Seating Positions (Coupe and Convertible)
41
Pulling out Belt Webbing
41
Routing the Lap/Shoulder Belt
42
Setting the Retractor to Automatic Locking Mode
44
Allowing Shoulder Belt to Retract
45
Removing Slack from Belt
45
Checking that the Seat Is Secure
46
Safety Belts for Children
48
Ignition
50
Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
50
Starting Your Mustang
50
Removing the Key from the Ignition
51
Key Release Button (Manual Transmission Only)
51
Fuel-Injected Engines
52
Warning Lights and Gauges
53
Starting Your Vehicle
53
Before You Start Your Vehicle
53
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
53
Starting Your Engine
54
For a Cold Engine
54
For a Warm Engine
54
If the Engine Does Not Start after Two Attempts
55
Engine Block Heater (if Equipped)
56
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
57
If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Does Not Start after a Collision
58
Fuel System Shut-Off Switch
58
The Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
59
Pushing
60
Warning Lights and Gauges
61
Mustang GT Instrument Cluster
62
Mustang Instrument Cluster
63
The Cluster
64
Brake System Warning Light
64
Anti-Lock Brake System Light
65
Low Oil Level Light (4.6L Engines Only)
65
Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime
66
Air Bag Readiness Light
67
Low Coolant Warning Light
68
Charging System Light
68
Overdrive off Indicator (Automatic Only)
69
High Beam Light
70
Check Engine Warning Light
70
Anti-Theft Alarm Light (if Equipped)
72
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
72
Fuel Gauge
73
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
73
The Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
74
Speedometer
75
Odometer
75
Trip Odometer
75
Tachometer
76
Battery Voltage Gauge (if Equipped)
76
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
77
If You Lose Engine Oil Pressure
78
The Climate Control Systems
80
The Optional Heating and Air Conditioning System
80
Instrument Panel Controls
80
The Heater Only System
82
The Knobs that Control the Standard Heating Only System
82
Rear Window Defroster
83
The Interior and Exterior Lights
84
Daytime Running Light System
84
Turning on the Exterior Lights
85
Headlamp Switch Location
85
The Knob that Controls the Headlamps and Parking Lamps
85
Steering Column Controls
86
Fog Lamps (if Equipped)
86
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
86
Lighting up the Interior and Instrument Panel
87
Turning on the Map and Reading Lamps
88
Map Lamp (Convertible Only)
88
Front Seat Map and Dome Lamps (Coupe Only)
88
Cleaning the Interior Lamps
89
Clock
89
Cleaning the Instrument Panel Lens
89
The Digital Clock
89
The Turn Signal Lever
90
Turn Signals
90
Steering Column Controls
90
Windshield Wipers and Washer
91
Flashing the Lights
91
High Beams
91
Variable Interval Wipers
92
Windshield Washer
92
Hazard Flasher
93
Horn
94
The Horn on the Steering Wheel
94
Tilt Steering
95
The Lever to Tilt the Steering Wheel
95
Speed Control (if Equipped)
96
The Speed Control Switches on the Steering Wheel
97
To Set the Speed Control
97
Tap-Down
99
Accelerating with the Speed Control Operating
99
Coast
99
Resetting the Speed Control
99
Resuming a Set Speed
100
To Turn Speed Control off
100
Tap-Up
100
Doors
101
Anti-Theft Front Door Lock Knobs
101
Power Door Locks (if Equipped)
101
Features
101
Anti-Theft Alarm System
102
Arming the System
103
Disarming an Untriggered Anti-Theft System
104
Triggering the Alarm System
105
Disarming a Triggered System
105
Coded Key Anti-Theft System
106
Theft Indicator
107
Spare Key Programming Procedure
107
Remote Entry System
108
Unlocking the Doors and Opening the Trunk
108
Remote Entry Transmitter
108
Locking the Doors
109
Activating the Remote Personal Alarm
109
Arming and Disarming the Alarm System
109
Replacing the Batteries
110
Battery Saver (with Remote Entry)
110
Using the Illuminated Entry System
110
Replacement/Additional Transmitters
111
Using the Power Windows (if Equipped)
112
Seats
114
Head Restraints
114
Standard Head Restraints
114
The Four-Way Head Restraint
114
Adjusting Manual Seats
115
Seatback Recline
117
Front Seatback Release Levers
117
Using the Power Seat (if Equipped)
118
The Seat Controls on the Driver’s Seat
118
GT Seat Controls
119
Using the Power Lumbar Supports
119
Using the Lateral Support Handwheel
119
Sport Seat Controls (GT Models)
119
Rear Seat Entry
120
Coupe Models
120
Entering the Rear Seat (Coupe)
120
Convertible Models
121
Entering the Rear Seat (Convertible)
121
Folding Rear Seat (Coupe Only)
122
Rear Seat Release Straps
122
Fabric
123
Mirrors
123
Leather and Vinyl
123
Cleaning the Seats
123
Rearview Mirror and Lamp Assembly
124
The Rearview Mirror with Lamps
124
Adjusting the Side View Mirrors
125
The Mirror Controls on the Driver’s Door
125
The Right Side Convex Mirror
126
Sun Visors
126
Turning on the Mirror Light on the Sun Visors (if Equipped)
126
Console
127
The Features on the Full Console
127
Power Point Electrical Outlet
128
Opening the Trunk Manually
129
Trunk
129
Storage Compartments
129
Using the Remote Control for the Trunk (if Equipped)
130
Convertible (if Equipped)
130
Lowering the Convertible Top
130
To Lower the Convertible Top
130
Convertible Top Header Clamps
131
Installation of the Boot
132
Convertible Top Switch
132
Raising the Convertible Top
135
Convertible Top and Padded Molding Care
136
Positive Location Floor Mat
137
Electronic Sound Systems
138
How to Tune Radio Stations
139
Electronic Stereo Cassette Radio
139
Selecting the am or FM Frequency Band
139
Using the Controls on Your New Radio
139
Using the “AMS” Function to Manually Tune Your Radio
140
Using the “SEEK” Function
140
Setting the Station Memory Preset Buttons
141
Adjusting the Tone Balance and Speaker Output of Your Radio
141
Increasing or Decreasing Bass Response
141
Increasing or Decreasing Treble Response
141
Speaker Features and Operation
142
Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape Player
142
Adjusting Speaker Balance
142
Adjusting Speaker Fader
142
Using the Automatic Music Search
143
Using the Dolby B Noise Reduction Feature
143
How to Eject the Tape
143
How to Locate a Desired Track on the Tape
143
Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and Tapes
144
Ford Mini Disc Player
145
Using the Controls on Your New Mini Disc Player
146
How to Insert a Disc and Begin Play
146
How to Fast Forward or Rewind Your Mini Disc Player
147
Using the “SCROLL” Feature
148
Using the “AMS” Feature
148
Using the Display Feature
148
How to Eject the Disc
148
How to Take Care of and Clean Your Mini Disc Player and Discs
149
If the Sound Skips
150
If Play Does Not Begin after the CD Button Is Pushed
150
Common Operating Conditions of Your Mini Disc Player
150
Ford Compact Disc Player
152
Using the Controls on Your New Compact Disc Player
152
How to Stop and Restart the CD Player
153
How to Locate a Selection on Your CD Player Using Automatic Music Search (AMS)
153
How to Fast Forward or Reverse Your CD Player
154
Using the “SCAN” Function
154
Special Features of Your CD Player
155
Compression
155
Shuffle
155
Shuffle and Scan
155
How to Take Care of and Clean Your CD Player and Discs
156
Common Operating Conditions of Your CD Player
157
How to Turn the Radio on and off
160
How to Adjust the Volume
160
Driving with an Automatic Overdrive Transmission
173
Putting Your Vehicle in Gear
173
Driving Your Mustang
173
R (Reverse)
175
N (Neutral)
175
The Positions of the Console-Mounted Gearshift
175
Driving
176
When to Use D (Overdrive)
176
P (Park)
177
When to Use D (Overdrive) — with Transmission Control Switch Activated (O/D off Light Illuminated)
177
When to Use 1 (Low)
177
When to Use 2 (Second)
177
Driving with a Manual Transmission
178
Using the Clutch
178
Shifting the Gears
179
Backing up
179
The Positions of the Floor-Mounted Gearshift
179
Upshifting
180
Traction-Lok Axle (if Equipped)
181
Downshifting
181
Parking
181
Braking Non ABS Models
182
Brakes
182
Steering Your Vehicle
182
Applying the Brakes
182
Braking with ABS Brakes
183
Parking Brake
184
Driving under Special Conditions
186
Tips for Safe Driving
186
Driving in Bad Weather
186
Slippery Roads
186
High Water
187
Driving with a Heavy Load
188
Limiting Your Vehicle’s Load
188
Trailer Towing
190
Using the Hitch
191
Trailer Towing Specifications
191
Preparing to Tow
191
Connecting the Safety Chains
192
Connecting the Trailer’s Brakes
192
Connecting the Trailer’s Lights
193
Driving While You Tow
193
Servicing Your Vehicle if You Tow
194
Jump-Starting Your Vehicle
195
Roadside Emergencies
195
Preparing Your Vehicle
196
Connecting the Jumper Cables
197
The 3.8L SFI Engine
198
The 4.6L SFI Engine
199
Jump-Starting
200
Removing Jumper Cables
200
Changing a Tire
201
The Temporary Spare Tire
201
Preparing to Change the Tire
203
To Remove the Spare Tire
203
Removing and Replacing the Tire
205
The Improper Lift Point
206
Aluminum Road Wheel Ornaments
207
The Lug Nuts on the Wheel
207
The Anti-Theft Lug Nut and Key
208
Removing the Anti-Theft Lug Nut
208
Anti-Theft Wheel Lug Nuts (if Equipped)
208
Mustang/Mustang GT
209
Towing Your Vehicle
209
The Fuel System Shut-Off Switch
209
Reinstalling the Anti-Theft Lug Nut
209
Roadside Assistance
211
How to Use Roadside Assistance
211
Customer Assistance
211
If You Have a Service Problem
212
Service/Maintenance Concerns
212
The Dispute Settlement Board
214
Reporting Safety Defects
218
Accessories
222
Service Made Easy
229
Servicing Your Mustang
229
Engine Compartment
233
Cleaning the Engine
236
Filling the Fuel Tank
236
Choosing the Right Fuel
237
Octane Recommendations
238
Gasolines for Clean Air
238
Safety Information Relating to Automotive Fuels
239
Calculating Fuel Economy
240
Running out of Fuel
240
Comparisons with EPA Estimates
241
The API Certification Mark
242
Self-Service Pointers
242
Engine Oil Recommendations
242
Checking and Adding Engine Oil
243
Engine Oil Dipstick — 4.6 Liter Engines
244
Engine Oil Dipstick — 3.8 Liter Engines
244
Changing the Engine Oil and the Oil Filter
245
Checking the Engine Coolant
246
The Engine Coolant Recovery Reservoir — 3.8L
247
The Engine Coolant Recovery Reservoir — 4.6L Engines
247
Checking Hoses
248
Adding Engine Coolant
248
3.8L Engine Only
251
Engine Coolant Refill Procedure
251
Engine Coolant Drain and Flush
251
4.6L (2V) Engine Only — GT Models
252
Battery
253
Wiper Blades
256
Tires
257
Wiper Blade Replacement
257
Tire Rotation
258
Replacing the Tires
259
A Worn-Out Tire
259
Information about Tire Quality Grades
260
U.S. Department of Transportation
260
Temperature a B C
261
Traction a B C
261
Treadwear
261
Snow Tires and Chains
262
Automatic Transmission Fluid
263
Cleaning the Wheels
263
Checking the Automatic Transmission Fluid
264
Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid
265
Detail of the Automatic Transmission Dipstick
265
Manual Transmission Fluid
266
The Clutch
266
Brake Fluid
266
Power Steering Fluid
268
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
268
The Dipstick for Power Steering Fluid
269
Fuses, High Current Fuses and Circuit Breakers
272
Fluid Level for Power Steering
272
The Instrument Panel Fuse Panel Location
273
The Instrument Panel Fuse Panel
274
The Instrument Panel Fuses, Circuit Breakers and Relays
275
High Current Fuses
276
The High Current Fuse Panel Location
277
The High Current Fuse Panel
278
The High Current Fuses and Relays
279
Checking and Replacing Fuses
281
The Side View of a Fuse
281
Circuit Breakers
282
Lights and Bulb Replacement
283
Headlamp Bulb
284
Removing the Headlamp Bulb
284
Headlamp Access Covers
285
Installing the Headlamp Bulb
286
Using the Right Bulbs
287
Emission Control System
288
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance Testing
290
OBD II Drive Cycle
291
Refill Capacities
293
Motorcraft Parts
294
Lubricant Specifications
295
Maintenance Tips
296
Vehicle Storage
296
Body
297
Engine
297
Fuel System
297
Label Locations
299
Rear Exterior View
301
Driver's Door
302
Interior View
303
Instrument Panel
304
3.8L Engine Compartment
308
4.6L (2V) Engine Compartment
309
Index
310
Service Station Information
332
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Model
1996 Mustang
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Language
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