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... one of your vehicle to the respective system warning light for additional information. 12 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Base V6 engine instrument cluster (standard measure shown, metric similar) Optional V6 and GT instrument cluster (standard measure shown, metric similar) Warning lights and gauges...
... one of your vehicle to the respective system warning light for additional information. 12 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Base V6 engine instrument cluster (standard measure shown, metric similar) Optional V6 and GT instrument cluster (standard measure shown, metric similar) Warning lights and gauges...
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... GT cluster only): 6. Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in motion or on a grade. Engine oil pressure gauge (optional V6 and GT cluster only): Indicates engine oil pressure. For trip odometer, refer to Message center in this chapter to select preset colors or user definable colors (MyColor) for the ... center in this chapter. The fuel icon and arrow indicates which side of monitoring many vehicle systems and will be in the instrument cluster. 18 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) If the oil level is overheating. Add oil if needed.
... GT cluster only): 6. Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in motion or on a grade. Engine oil pressure gauge (optional V6 and GT cluster only): Indicates engine oil pressure. For trip odometer, refer to Message center in this chapter to select preset colors or user definable colors (MyColor) for the ... center in this chapter. The fuel icon and arrow indicates which side of monitoring many vehicle systems and will be in the instrument cluster. 18 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) If the oil level is overheating. Add oil if needed.
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...(40 km/h) 3-4 40 mph (64 km/h) 4-5 45 mph (72 km/h) 5-6 50 mph (80 km/h) 215 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Recommended shift speeds Do not downshift into 1 (First) when your ...to the floor. This may cause increased shift efforts, prematurely wear transmission components or damage the transmission. Start the engine. 2 4 6 4. Press the brake pedal and move the gearshift lever to the floor, then put the ...to the desired gear; 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 5. For the 3.7L V6 with the full extension of the clutch and could nullify a clutch warranty claim. Driving 2.
...(40 km/h) 3-4 40 mph (64 km/h) 4-5 45 mph (72 km/h) 5-6 50 mph (80 km/h) 215 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Recommended shift speeds Do not downshift into 1 (First) when your ...to the floor. This may cause increased shift efforts, prematurely wear transmission components or damage the transmission. Start the engine. 2 4 6 4. Press the brake pedal and move the gearshift lever to the floor, then put the ...to the desired gear; 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 5. For the 3.7L V6 with the full extension of the clutch and could nullify a clutch warranty claim. Driving 2.
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... from 1 (First) to 4 (Fourth), otherwise you shift into R (Reverse). 216 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Make sure that your vehicle is at... least three seconds before you can shift normally. Move the gearshift lever into the neutral position and wait at a complete stop before shifting into R (Reverse). Driving For the 3.7L V6... 5-6 40 mph (64 km/h) Skip Shift (if equipped) (V8 engines only) This feature locks out 2 (Second) and 3 (Third) gears for improved fuel economy. ...
... from 1 (First) to 4 (Fourth), otherwise you shift into R (Reverse). 216 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Make sure that your vehicle is at... least three seconds before you can shift normally. Move the gearshift lever into the neutral position and wait at a complete stop before shifting into R (Reverse). Driving For the 3.7L V6... 5-6 40 mph (64 km/h) Skip Shift (if equipped) (V8 engines only) This feature locks out 2 (Second) and 3 (Third) gears for improved fuel economy. ...
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.... • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. 3.7L V6 ENGINE 262 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Cleaning ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. The high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and...
.... • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. 3.7L V6 ENGINE 262 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Cleaning ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. The high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and...
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Brake fluid reservoir 5. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Engine oil filler cap 4. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8. Power distribution box 271 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Air filter assembly 6. Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.7L V6 engine 1 2 3 4 8 1. Battery 7 6 5 2. Engine oil dipstick 3.
Brake fluid reservoir 5. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Engine oil filler cap 4. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8. Power distribution box 271 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Air filter assembly 6. Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.7L V6 engine 1 2 3 4 8 1. Battery 7 6 5 2. Engine oil dipstick 3.
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Locate the engine oil dipstick by reaching between the strut tower brace (if equipped) and the hood hinge area. 275 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. • 3.7L V6 engine • 5.0L V8 engine - Maintenance and Specifications 5.
Locate the engine oil dipstick by reaching between the strut tower brace (if equipped) and the hood hinge area. 275 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. • 3.7L V6 engine • 5.0L V8 engine - Maintenance and Specifications 5.
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... Fill level for V6 • Fill level for V8 4. For vehicles equipped with a V6 engine, the correct manual transmission fill level is 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) below the edge of the transmission. 2. Clean the filler plug. Note: For vehicles equipped with a V8 engine, the correct manual... transmission fill level is at the lower edge of the filler hole. Add enough fluid through the filler opening to bring the fluid up to the recommended levels. 5. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. 3. Install and tighten the fill plug securely. 299 2011 05+ Mustang...
... Fill level for V6 • Fill level for V8 4. For vehicles equipped with a V6 engine, the correct manual transmission fill level is 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) below the edge of the transmission. 2. Clean the filler plug. Note: For vehicles equipped with a V8 engine, the correct manual... transmission fill level is at the lower edge of the filler hole. Add enough fluid through the filler opening to bring the fluid up to the recommended levels. 5. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. 3. Install and tighten the fill plug securely. 299 2011 05+ Mustang...
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...housing cover. 2. Release the clamps that meets Ford specifications. WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. When changing the air filter element..., use only the air filter element listed. AIR FILTER Refer to ensure good sealing. 300 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Changing the air filter element V6 engine V8 engine 1. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 3. Refer to Motorcraft ...
...housing cover. 2. Release the clamps that meets Ford specifications. WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. When changing the air filter element..., use only the air filter element listed. AIR FILTER Refer to ensure good sealing. 300 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Changing the air filter element V6 engine V8 engine 1. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 3. Refer to Motorcraft ...
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... the hood for any foreign material that meet Ford material and design specifications for changing the spark plugs. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Battery Oil filter Spark plugs 1 3.7L V6 engine FA-1897 BXT-96R-500 FL-500-S 1 5.0L V8 engine FA-1897 BXT-96R-500 FL-500-S For... working parts and prevent corrosion. If you have any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to make sure there are no leaks, and fluids are not used. 303 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications...
... the hood for any foreign material that meet Ford material and design specifications for changing the spark plugs. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Battery Oil filter Spark plugs 1 3.7L V6 engine FA-1897 BXT-96R-500 FL-500-S 1 5.0L V8 engine FA-1897 BXT-96R-500 FL-500-S For... working parts and prevent corrosion. If you have any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to make sure there are no leaks, and fluids are not used. 303 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications...
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... fuel Firing order Ignition system Spark plug gap Compression ratio 3.7L V6 Engine 227 87 octane 1-4-2-5-3-6 Coil on plug 0.049-0.053 inch (1.25-1.35 mm) 10.5:1 5.0L V8 Engine 302 87 octane 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 Coil on second pulley groove farthest from engine. 1 • 3.7L V6 engine 2 308 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Short drivebelt is...
... fuel Firing order Ignition system Spark plug gap Compression ratio 3.7L V6 Engine 227 87 octane 1-4-2-5-3-6 Coil on plug 0.049-0.053 inch (1.25-1.35 mm) 10.5:1 5.0L V8 Engine 302 87 octane 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 Coil on second pulley groove farthest from engine. 1 • 3.7L V6 engine 2 308 2011 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Short drivebelt is...