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...reserve the right to change specifications, design or equipment at the time of going to print. Errors and omissions excepted. © Ford Motor Company 2011 3 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval...filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data 270 278 280 283 287 289 295 309 312 313 316 Accessories Ford Extended Service Plan Scheduled Maintenance Normal scheduled maintenance and log 320 323 327 333 Index 345 The information contained in any form...
...reserve the right to change specifications, design or equipment at the time of going to print. Errors and omissions excepted. © Ford Motor Company 2011 3 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval...filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data 270 278 280 283 287 289 295 309 312 313 316 Accessories Ford Extended Service Plan Scheduled Maintenance Normal scheduled maintenance and log 320 323 327 333 Index 345 The information contained in any form...
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... the doors or the hood/trunk are turned on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. If the indicators stay on . Turns off or accessory position and the driver's door is disengaged. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is... position and any of the transmission has been turned off (the key is not in the off when the speed control system is opened . 16 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Electronic throttle control: Illuminates when the engine has defaulted to the Driving chapter.
... the doors or the hood/trunk are turned on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. If the indicators stay on . Turns off or accessory position and the driver's door is disengaged. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is... position and any of the transmission has been turned off (the key is not in the off when the speed control system is opened . 16 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Electronic throttle control: Illuminates when the engine has defaulted to the Driving chapter.
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...tire is disabled. SERVICE POWER STEERING - Refer to Rear park aid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is malfunctioning. Displayed when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the reverse sensing system (park aid) is...information on your authorized dealer as soon as possible. The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service immediately. 26 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The power steering system has disabled power steering assist due to Easy Fuel...
...tire is disabled. SERVICE POWER STEERING - Refer to Rear park aid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is malfunctioning. Displayed when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the reverse sensing system (park aid) is...information on your authorized dealer as soon as possible. The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service immediately. 26 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The power steering system has disabled power steering assist due to Easy Fuel...
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...Ford strongly recommends that drivers use of vehicle control, accident and injury. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of applicable state and local laws that may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is equipped with accessory delay. Note: If your Navigation supplement. 29 2012 05+ Mustang...TIME. We recommend against the use of any device or feature that time. Accessory delay: Your vehicle is opened. With this feature, the radio and other electrical accessories may affect use extreme caution when using any handheld device while driving, encourage ...
...Ford strongly recommends that drivers use of vehicle control, accident and injury. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of applicable state and local laws that may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is equipped with accessory delay. Note: If your Navigation supplement. 29 2012 05+ Mustang...TIME. We recommend against the use of any device or feature that time. Accessory delay: Your vehicle is opened. With this feature, the radio and other electrical accessories may affect use extreme caution when using any handheld device while driving, encourage ...
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... information. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in either direction to rotate the visor until the accessory snaps into the slot on the plug and turn 1/4-turn in , on maps. Refer to Compass zone adjustment. 72 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) A correct zone setting will become noticeable as the...
... information. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in either direction to rotate the visor until the accessory snaps into the slot on the plug and turn 1/4-turn in , on maps. Refer to Compass zone adjustment. 72 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) A correct zone setting will become noticeable as the...
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.... 2. Compass calibration adjustment Perform compass calibration in the CID. 5. Start the vehicle. 73 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The direction will display after the buttons are shut. 1. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are released...
.... 2. Compass calibration adjustment Perform compass calibration in the CID. 5. Start the vehicle. 73 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The direction will display after the buttons are shut. 1. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are released...
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... be found in fire or serious injury. To prevent the battery from being discharged: • do not use the power point for accessory plugs only. Improper use of your warranty. Driver Controls AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12V DC) Power outlets are designed for operating the cigarette ... adapters, computers and other object in overnight or when the vehicle is not working, a fuse may seriously injure themselves. 75 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Do not insert any type of accessory or accessory bracket from being used. To have blown.
... be found in fire or serious injury. To prevent the battery from being discharged: • do not use the power point for accessory plugs only. Improper use of your warranty. Driver Controls AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12V DC) Power outlets are designed for operating the cigarette ... adapters, computers and other object in overnight or when the vehicle is not working, a fuse may seriously injure themselves. 75 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Do not insert any type of accessory or accessory bracket from being used. To have blown.
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...off position, then turn back to side. WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is completely up or down three times. 3. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, convertible top (if equipped) and radio may be performed within two minutes: 1. The following conditions: • ... is turned to the on position. 4. Press the rear window switch down , the rear quarter windows can be manually raised up . 78 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Pull and hold the rear window switch up and hold for up . Driver Controls Rear ...
...off position, then turn back to side. WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is completely up or down three times. 3. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, convertible top (if equipped) and radio may be performed within two minutes: 1. The following conditions: • ... is turned to the on position. 4. Press the rear window switch down , the rear quarter windows can be manually raised up . 78 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Pull and hold the rear window switch up and hold for up . Driver Controls Rear ...
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The interior trunk control will now work normally. 95 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) To operate this feature (the vehicle must be disabled. The interior trunk control will now be off and accessory power delay not active): Lock the vehicle using the integrated keyhead transmitter or the power door...
The interior trunk control will now work normally. 95 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) To operate this feature (the vehicle must be disabled. The interior trunk control will now be off and accessory power delay not active): Lock the vehicle using the integrated keyhead transmitter or the power door...
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...door panel three times. 3. Autounlock (if equipped) The autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when: • the ignition is active. 105 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Note: The doors will chirp one time to the off position and all the doors are...cluster message center. Turn the ignition from the on position to the on position. There are closed . Place the key in the off or accessory position. The horn will not autounlock if the vehicle has been electronically locked before beginning again. 1. and • the driver door is complete...
...door panel three times. 3. Autounlock (if equipped) The autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when: • the ignition is active. 105 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Note: The doors will chirp one time to the off position and all the doors are...cluster message center. Turn the ignition from the on position to the on position. There are closed . Place the key in the off or accessory position. The horn will not autounlock if the vehicle has been electronically locked before beginning again. 1. and • the driver door is complete...
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...enabled by simultaneously and controls on minutes. The horn will sound and the turn the ignition to lock all 2. Press and release to the accessory or on the IKT for four seconds (disabling pressing the two stage unlock allows all vehicle doors to indicate that all the doors. Locks ... doors, trunk and hood (if equipped with the active anti-theft system, the horn will make two quick chirps and the turn off position. 109 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Press position to deactivate, or wait for a maximum of the doors, trunk or hood (if ...
...enabled by simultaneously and controls on minutes. The horn will sound and the turn the ignition to lock all 2. Press and release to the accessory or on the IKT for four seconds (disabling pressing the two stage unlock allows all vehicle doors to indicate that all the doors. Locks ... doors, trunk and hood (if equipped with the active anti-theft system, the horn will make two quick chirps and the turn off position. 109 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Press position to deactivate, or wait for a maximum of the doors, trunk or hood (if ...
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...of automotive safety experts known as it deploys from the side of the seatback. Contact your head on a seat containing an airbag. The use accessory seat covers. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to service, repair, or modify the airbag SRS, its fuses ...outboard side of the front seats, attached to the floor. 152 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) How does the side airbag system work? Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Do not use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and ...
...of automotive safety experts known as it deploys from the side of the seatback. Contact your head on a seat containing an airbag. The use accessory seat covers. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to service, repair, or modify the airbag SRS, its fuses ...outboard side of the front seats, attached to the floor. 152 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) How does the side airbag system work? Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Do not use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and ...
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... afterward, if included with tether straps Many forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap which extends from top view): Vehicles with rear seats 165 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Refer to Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children in the vehicle. Seating and Safety Restraints... from the back of the child safety seat and hooks to an anchoring point called the top tether anchor. Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats.
... afterward, if included with tether straps Many forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap which extends from top view): Vehicles with rear seats 165 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Refer to Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children in the vehicle. Seating and Safety Restraints... from the back of the child safety seat and hooks to an anchoring point called the top tether anchor. Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats.
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... Compliance Certification Label found on the label and instructions on your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight. 202 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Do not tow with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications. • Thoroughly prepare your local motor vehicle laws for towing. Follow...
... Compliance Certification Label found on the label and instructions on your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight. 202 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Do not tow with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications. • Thoroughly prepare your local motor vehicle laws for towing. Follow...
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...key as soon as the radio to Starting the engine in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. 206 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) When starting a fuel-injected engine, don't press the accelerator before or during starting is... stop. Warning lights illuminated. Note: Do not store the key in P (Park). 2. Only use the brakes to bring the vehicle to the accessory or off and shift into park. This system meets all electrical circuits operational. cranks the engine. Start - This could cause a drain on starting ...
...key as soon as the radio to Starting the engine in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. 206 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) When starting a fuel-injected engine, don't press the accelerator before or during starting is... stop. Warning lights illuminated. Note: Do not store the key in P (Park). 2. Only use the brakes to bring the vehicle to the accessory or off and shift into park. This system meets all electrical circuits operational. cranks the engine. Start - This could cause a drain on starting ...
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... for more instructions. Driving WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in order to warm the engine. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 207 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
... for more instructions. Driving WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in order to warm the engine. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 207 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
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... body module (ABM) run/start Passive anti-theft system (PATS) Not used (spare) Not used (spare) Radio/Navigation Not used (spare) Accessory delay (windows, automatic dimming rear view mirror [including microphone and compass] and door switch III) Not used (spare) Heated seat relay coils Not... power distribution box is located in the power distribution box as damage will occur, causing improper, or loss of, electrical functionality. 238 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical...
... body module (ABM) run/start Passive anti-theft system (PATS) Not used (spare) Not used (spare) Radio/Navigation Not used (spare) Accessory delay (windows, automatic dimming rear view mirror [including microphone and compass] and door switch III) Not used (spare) Heated seat relay coils Not... power distribution box is located in the power distribution box as damage will occur, causing improper, or loss of, electrical functionality. 238 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical...
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...than 1⁄4 inch (6.4 mm) or damage to have your tire inspected. 248 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Drive only to the closest Ford Motor Company authorized dealer or tire repair shop to the tire's sidewall. Note: ...Do not use the temporary mobility kit if a tire has become severely damaged by driving the vehicle with the temporary mobility kit. Sealant tube - Accessory...
...than 1⁄4 inch (6.4 mm) or damage to have your tire inspected. 248 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Drive only to the closest Ford Motor Company authorized dealer or tire repair shop to the tire's sidewall. Note: ...Do not use the temporary mobility kit if a tire has become severely damaged by driving the vehicle with the temporary mobility kit. Sealant tube - Accessory...
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...and adjust, if necessary, to the vehicle's tire inflation pressure. Remove the valve cap from moving traffic. If a puncture is tightly fastened. 250 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Do not remove any allergic reactions, use the non-latex gloves located in a safe, level.... • In the second stage, you will be reinflated with sealing compound and air Preparation Park the vehicle in the accessory box on . Roadside Emergencies • When inflating a tire or other objects, use the transparent hose which is designed for visible damage.
...and adjust, if necessary, to the vehicle's tire inflation pressure. Remove the valve cap from moving traffic. If a puncture is tightly fastened. 250 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Do not remove any allergic reactions, use the non-latex gloves located in a safe, level.... • In the second stage, you will be reinflated with sealing compound and air Preparation Park the vehicle in the accessory box on . Roadside Emergencies • When inflating a tire or other objects, use the transparent hose which is designed for visible damage.
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... will fully update transmission operation. 1. Over time, the adaptive learning process will not affect function or durability of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 257 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) This operation is installed, the automatic transmission must relearn its seal, and may cause fuel to...
... will fully update transmission operation. 1. Over time, the adaptive learning process will not affect function or durability of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. 257 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) This operation is installed, the automatic transmission must relearn its seal, and may cause fuel to...