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Oil Leak Drip Into Cylinder One
96 gt 4.61. Well maintained. Oil Drip shorts plug wire cyl one, no visible signs of origin
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Pictures Of Key
Picture of a 1996 ford Mustang get convertible with a PAT (SYSTEM) OEM KEY
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Anti-theft Alarm
Why does my alarm go off 20 to 30 seconds after locking my Cobra with the remote transmitter ? I too...
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Transmission Fill Tube Rusted
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Popular 1996 Ford Mustang Manual Pages

Owner's Manual - Page 72

Anti-Theft Alarm Light (If equipped) This light is used when you suspect that the ...Remove and replace the fuel cap, making sure it is not properly installed, pull off the engine. After completing the three consecutive warm up cycles and on the fourth engine start up, the Check Engine Warning Light should turn off the road as soon as it is not properly installed. See Anti-Theft...
Owner's Manual - Page 98

...: If your vehicle is equipped with a 5 speed manual transmission, and if your speed increases above your set speed on a downhill grade, you may want to depress the Transmission Control Switch located on the shift lever to turn off overdrive to reduce vehicle speed. RWARNING Do not use the speed control in D (Drive) on a downhill...
Owner's Manual - Page 103

... the remote entry transmitter is pushed. NOTE: The factory installed Remote Entry System has a PANIC feature that the vehicle can be closed to arm the system. Both the anti-theft alarm and the PANIC feature can not be started. u only the Anti-Theft alarm will disable the start flashing to remind you to arm the system. The...
Owner's Manual - Page 104

Remove key from ignition. It may not disarm. u if remaining in the vehicle, turn the ignition switch to...factory installed remote entry system. If not, the alarm indicator light will remain on steadily for approximately 30 seconds after the last door is armed. Close all doors. The alarm indicator will then remain on . The anti-theft system is arming and then turn the key u using ...
Owner's Manual - Page 105

... on GT/Cobra vehicles) u the ignition key lock cylinder is forcibly removed from the steering column (except on GT/Cobra vehicles where the coded key anti-theft system provides this protection). Disarming a triggered system The alarm can open the trunk with the key u using the UNLOCK button of the remote entry transmitter NOTE: The flashing lights...
Owner's Manual - Page 109

... installed anti-theft system. You can turn these lights off if you use the remote entry UNLOCK, TRUNK or PANIC buttons, the illuminated entry system turns on manually or if a door is open. You can turn it when the doors are being locked, press the LOCK button again within five seconds. The interior lights will automatically...
Owner's Manual - Page 173

.... To operate: 1. 2. Depress and hold the brake pedal down while you move the shifter out of P (Park), the ignition key must be turned to position. Putting Your Vehicle in . u an automatic overdrive transmission with transmission control switch u a manual transmission Driving with the brake shift interlock safety feature which type of transmission your vehicle may move unexpectedly and...
Owner's Manual - Page 178

.... These actions will seriously reduce clutch life. Driving with a Manual Transmission Using the Clutch After starting the engine with your vehicle unattended while it to jerk sharply when pressing or removing your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on the brake pedal. RWARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is securely latched in...
Owner's Manual - Page 194

... steep hills, move the manual transmission gearshift to the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet for your vehicle will need to be serviced more frequently than usual. Refer to a lower gear. If you tow ...excessive engine speed. If you use the speed control while you should select gear positions which will increase engine power on upgrades and engine braking on very long, steep grades...
Owner's Manual - Page 204

..., the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the vehicle is raised off the jack, you change a tire, be seriously injured. Get out the spare tire and jack. To avoid damage to loosen wheel lug nuts. You should pull up on removing anti-theft lug...
Owner's Manual - Page 208

... USE A POWER IMPACT WRENCH ON THE LUG NUT KEY. If you hold the key square to get a replacement key. Turn the wrench in place on the wheel. If you lose the key, send the registration card to the manufacturer (not to the dealer) to the lug nut. The anti-theft lug nut and key Removing...
Owner's Manual - Page 209

... nut. However, it will deform the soft fascia (bumper). Use wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Ford Motor Company has not developed or approved a T-hook sling-type procedure. Mustang Cobra/Convertible DO NOT TOW WITH SLINGBELT EQUIPMENT. If the Engine Cranks But Does Not Start or Does Not Start After a Collision The Fuel System Shut-off Switch If...
Owner's Manual - Page 231

... will drive properly. To find out how the engine does this, see Battery in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or 1 (First) (manual transmission). Set the parking brake fully, block the wheels, and make sure that the gearshift is u Keep all fuel-related parts. Take appropriate precautions with the engine running , avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that could...
Owner's Manual - Page 254

... Help Us Protect Our Environment Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that used lead-acid batteries be warm in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or Neutral (manual transmission), turn off all the accessories, and start the vehicle. To let the .... If you ever disconnect the battery, install a new battery, or experience a dead battery, you must be returned to completely "relearn" its...
Owner's Manual - Page 311

... transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...fluid, adding ...fluid, checking ...fluid, refill capacities ...fluid, specification ...Axle lubricant specifications...refill capacities ...traction lok ... ...104, ... 212 105 104 106 107 107 72 218 215 . . 141 ...84 ...177, ...180 271 270 298 300 300 298 185 ... maintenance-free ...proper disposal, recycling . . replacement, specifications...
Owner's Manual - Page 322

... lamps ...map lamps ...replacing bulbs ...trailer ...Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) . removing from the ignition stuck in ignition chime ...positions of the ignition . . Lights, warning and indicator air bag...anti-lock brakes (ABS)...anti-theft ...brake ...charging system ...check ... K Keys key in lock position ...49, 51 49 50 51 L Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart .
Owner's Manual - Page 325

...238 R Radio (see Electronic sound systems) ...141 Rear axle lubricant specification ...300 refill capacity ...298 Rearview mirror...126 Rear window defroster ...83 washer reservoir ...261 Refill capacities for fluids ...298 Regulations, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ...222 Relays ...278 Remote control, trunk ...132 Remote entry system arming and disarming the anti-theft system111...
Owner's Manual - Page 330

...(VIN) ...217 Vehicle loading automatic transmissions ...192 calculating the load ...192 manual transmissions ...192 understanding loading information ...192 Vehicle storage ...301 Ventilating your vehicle (see Climate control) ...80-81, 83 Viscosity (see Engine oil) ...248-249 Visor (see Sun visor) ...128 Voltmeter (see Battery voltage gauge) ...68 W Warm engine, starting ...Warning chimes key in...
Owner's Manual - Page 331

... (GAWR, GVWR) ...192 Wheel bearings, lubricant specifications . . 300 Wheel dollies (see Towing) ...213 Wheels anti-theft lugnuts ...212 cleaning ...269 covers ...207, 209, 211 inspection and maintenance ...263 lug nuts ...207 ornaments ...211 Windows manual windows, operating ...114 one-touch down...114-115 power windows, operating ...114 rear, defrosting ...83 Windshield, washing...92 Windshield...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 4

... Completed 4 Ford strongly recommends the use of such parts. If other than Ford or Motorcraft parts or Ford authorized remanufactured parts are used for maintenance replacements or for complete warranty information. No Cost PCV Valve Replacement THE PCV VALVE IS A CRITICAL EMISSION COMPONENT. Maintenance: An investment An investment which will pay dividends in performance and...

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