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Good usable condition. Covers show some wear. All pages are in place and straight. Page surfaces are mostly clean. Page 70 High Beam Light This light comes on when the headlamps are turned to high beam or when you flash the lights.

Page 71 The light comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON, but it should turn off when the engine starts. If the light does not come on when you turn the ignition to ON or if it comes on and stays on when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible.

Page 72 Under certain conditions, the Check Engine Warning Light may come on if the fuel cap is not properly installed. If the Check Engine Warning Light comes on and you suspect that the fuel cap is not properly installed, pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible and turn off the engine.

Page 73 Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank only when the ignition switch is ON. For proper fuel gauge indication after adding fuel, turn the ignition switch OFF while refueling the vehicle. The fuel gauge indicator may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion.

Page 74 conditions, and under certain driving conditions such as, heavy stop and go traffic, or driving up hills in hot weather, for the pointer to indicate at the top of the NORMAL band.

If, under any circumstances, the pointer moves above the NORMAL band, the engine is overheating and continued operation may cause engine damage. Page 75 Speedometer The speedometer The speedometer tells you how many miles kilometers per hour your vehicle is moving. Odometer The odometer tells you the total number of miles kilometers your vehicle has been driven. Trip Odometer If you want to track your mileage up to Page 76 Tachometer The tachometer The tachometer displays the approximate engine revolutions per minute rpm , or how fast the engine is running.

The white zone shows the highest number of engine revolutions per minute rpm at which you should drive your car. Driving with the pointer in the red zone may cause engine damage. Page 77 Battery voltage gauge Engine Oil Pressure Gauge This gauge indicates the engine oil pressure, not the oil level. Page 78 If you lose engine oil pressure: 1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible. Shut off the engine immediately or severe engine damage could result.

Page 80 The main controls for the climate control system, clock, and radio are on the instrument panel. NOTE: Any cleaner or polish that increases the gloss shine of the upper part of the instrument panel should be avoided. The dull finish in this area is to help protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection. Page 81 The knobs that control the optional heating and air conditioning system The heating system in the optional heating and air conditioning system operates the same as the heater only system.

See The Heater Only System. The Heater Only System You can heat the inside of your vehicle, defrost the windshield, or use the vents by adjusting the three knobs in the center of the instrument panel With the engine running, push the defrost button.

After approximately 10 minutes, the defroster will turn off. If the window is still not clear, turn the defroster on again. The defroster will turn off when the ignition key is turned to the OFF position.

Turn on your headlamps at dusk. Failure to do so may result in a collision. Turning On the Exterior Lights To turn on the headlamps, parking lamps, side markers, and tail lamps, use the control knob that is to the left of the steering wheel.

Page Steering Column Controls When you turn on the headlamps, the parking lamps, tail lamps, and side markers automatically turn on. But you can turn on the parking lamps, tail lamps, and side markers without turning on the headlamps. For more information about how the high beams work, refer to the Steering Column Controls chapter. Page 87 Lighting Up the Interior and Instrument Panel With the headlamp knob in the parking lamps or headlamps position, you can brighten or dim the lights on the instrument panel.

To do this, rotate the headlamp knob clockwise to dim the lights or counterclockwise to brighten the lights. Page 88 Turning on the Map and Reading Lamps Your vehicle has two map lamps for the passenger and the driver. To turn on the map lamps, push the switch next to each lamp. Map lamp convertible only Front seat map and dome lamps coupe only The dual beam map lamps are located on each side of the dome lamp. Do not use paper towel or any abrasive cleaner to clean the Page Steering Column Controls Steering Column Controls The controls on the steering column and wheel are designed to give you easy access to the controls while you are driving.

Page Windshield Wipers And Washer If the turn signal stays on after you turn, move the lever back to the center off position. For lane changes, move the lever far enough to signal but not to latch. The lever will return to the off position when you release it. High Beams To turn on the high beams, turn the headlamp control knob to the headlamp ON position and Page 92 HI, LO, or the interval setting selected. If the washer does not work, check the washer fluid level and fill it if it is low.

See the Servicing Your Mustang chapter. If there is enough fluid, consult your nearest Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Page 93 Do not try to clean the windshield when the washer fluid container is empty or activate the washers at any time for more than 15 seconds continuously. This could damage the washer pump system. Page 94 The control switch for the hazard flashers Horn To sound the horn, push the center pad area of the steering wheel. The horn on the steering wheel The lever to tilt the steering wheel To change the position of the steering wheel, pull the release lever on the column toward you.

Tip the steering wheel to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in place. Page 97 temporary resumption of manual speed control while ascending steep grades in order to maintain the selected speed. The speed control switches on the steering wheel To set the speed control: 1.

Press and release the ON switch. Page 98 If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle may momentarily slow down or speed up, even though the speed control is on. This is normal. NOTE: If your speed increases above your set speed while driving in D Drive on a downhill grade, you may want to depress the Transmission Control Switch located on the shift lever to When you take your foot off the accelerator, the vehicle will return to the set speed.

Page Depress the accelerator pedal. Page Features Features Your vehicle has a variety of features designed for your comfort, convenience and safety.

Read this chapter to find out about standard and optional features. Doors Anti-theft front door lock knobs Anti-theft lock knobs are designed to prevent unlocking the door by pulling up on the lock knob. When an unauthorized entry occurs, the system triggers and will: flash the headlamps, parking lamps, and alarm indicator lamp honk the horn disable the starting circuit to prevent the Page 4.

Close all doors. The alarm indicator light will then remain on steadily for approximately 30 seconds and then go out. When the light goes out, the system is armed. NOTE: Be sure to close all doors completely. If not, the alarm indicator light will remain on.

Page Triggering the alarm system The armed system will be triggered if: any door is opened without disarming the system first see previous paragraphs the trunk lock cylinder is removed NOTE: You can open the trunk with your key without setting off the alarm. Page Additional spare keys, maximum of 14, can be purchased either through your dealership or selected retailers.

Be sure to purchase only coded keys with a Ford or Mercury logo on it to ensure proper functionality. If both supplied keys are lost or stolen, the vehicle must be brought to the dealership for re-initialization. Page Theft Indicator The indicator provides system proveout and operating status. The system will illuminate the indicator for two 2 seconds then go out to acknowledge normal operating conditions.

Page Remote Entry System Remote Entry System If equipped If your vehicle has the remote entry system, you can lock and unlock the vehicle doors and open the trunk without using a key. The remote also has a personal alarm feature.

The buttons for the system are located on the hand held transmitter s that came with your vehicle. If you would like a signal that the doors are being locked, press the LOCK button again within five seconds. The doors will lock again, the horn will beep and the low beam headlamps and tail lamps will flash. Page included that should last for several years of normal use.

If you notice a significant decrease in operating range, the batteries should be replaced. Replacement batteries can be purchased at most pharmacies, watch stores or at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Page NOTE: The operating range of the remote entry system can also be affected by weather conditions such as very cold temperatures or structures around the vehicle buildings, other vehicles, radio and TV towers, etc.

Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 33 feet 10 meters away from your vehicle. To restore control to the individual windows, press the switch again. Page Seats Head Restraints If you use them properly, head restraints will help protect your head and neck in a collision.

A head restraint helps protect you best if you position it behind your head and not behind your neck. Standard head restraints You can adjust the head restraints for your comfort and protection. Page The four-way head restraint Adjusting Manual Seats In the front seats, you can move the whole seat forward or backward or tilt the back of the seat forward or backward.

To move the seats forward or backward: 1. Find the adjustment lever at the lower left corner of the front seat. Page The front seat adjustment lever To recline the front manual seats: 1. On the side of the seat, find the handle for the recliner. Lift the handle up and hold it in place. Lean against the back of the seat and adjust it to the position you want.

Page Seatback Recline Front seatback release levers It is necessary to use the seatback release when folding the back of the front seat forward for rear seat passenger entry or exit.

This release handle is located on the lower outboard back of the seat. Page Using the Power Seat If equipped If your vehicle has a driver side power seat, you can adjust it in several directions.

To deflate push the - side of the switch. Using the Lateral Support Handwheel driver only To increase lateral support rotate the handwheel To enter the rear seat: 1. Remove seat belt from seat belt guide on top of front seat. Page Convertible models Entering the rear seat convertible To enter the rear seat: 1.

Remove the shoulder belt from the seat belt guide on top of front seat. Remove the lap belt from the seat belt guide on side of seat. Page Folding Rear Seat Coupe only To fold down the rear seats, gently pull on the release straps. NOTE: It may be necessary to apply slight hand pressure to top of seatback while pulling on release strap. Rear seat release straps To raise the rear seatback: 1. Page Cleaning the Seats Leather and vinyl For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth.

For more thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a leather and vinyl cleaner or a mild soap. Fabric Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner. Page Rearview Mirror and Lamp Assembly convertible only This rearview mirror contains two lamps which function as courtesy lamps when the doors are open.

These lamps also function as map lamps when the doors are closed and the rocker switch is activated. The rearview mirror with lamps Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.

This mirror gives you a wider view of the lanes on your right and behind you. Page Console Your vehicle has a full console. The full console has the features shown in the illustration below. The features on the full console Page Power Point Electrical Outlet The power point outlet is located on the console to the right of the shift lever. This outlet should be used in place of the cigarette lighter for optional electrical accessories. NOTE: Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter.

Page Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Your vehicle may have several small storage compartments: a glove compartment that locks. Page Using the Remote Control for the Trunk If equipped You can use the remote control inside your glove compartment to unlock and open the trunk. If equipped, you can also use your remote entry system to open the trunk.

Page 2. Check the convertible top stowage compartment behind the rear seat to be sure it is empty and ready to receive the top. Unclamp the top from the windshield header at both the right and left sides by pulling each clamp rearward until the hook in the windshield header is free. Page Convertible top switch Installation of the Boot To install the boot: 1. Insert boot tongue into groove located on rear seat.

Push boot forward until rear attachment engages under molding. Push forward flap of boot until both clips engage under trim panel edge. Repeat on other side of car. Tuck side attachments under molding. Push and pull front of boot to ensure tongue is engaged into groove.

Page 6. Do not raise the top while the vehicle is moving because the top may be severely damaged. To raise the convertible top: 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.

Engage the parking brake. Page 9. Raise the front and rear side windows. Convertible Top and Padded Molding Care To avoid damage to the vinyl top and moldings, use only an approved Ford cleaner, or equivalent. Do not use stiff bristle brushes or abrasive material or cleaners. The positive location floor mat hook Press it again to turn it off. Page Setting the Station Memory Preset buttons Your radio is equipped with 6 station memory buttons.



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