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Ford 1998 Mustang GT Owner's Manual

Ford 1998 Mustang GT Owner's Manual (217 pages)

Ford Car Owners Guide

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 1 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
1
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
2
Introduction
2
- Warnings
  2
- Icons
  2
Instrumentation
4
- Turn Signal
  6
- Warning Lights and Chimes
  6
- Optional Instrument Cluster
  6
- Base Instrument Cluster
  6
- High Beams
  7
- Safety Belt
  7
- Charging System
  7
- Air Bag Readiness
  7
- Light Turns on Solid
  8
- Service Engine Soon
  8
- Low Fuel
  9
- O/D off (if Equipped)
  9
- Light Is Blinking
  9
- Traction Control Active
  10
- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
  10
- Brake System Warning
  10
- Check Coolant
  10
- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Warning Chime
  11
- Headlamps on Warning Chime
  11
- Base Instrument Cluster Gauges
  11
- Safety Belt Warning Chime
  11
- Gauges
  11
- Optional Instrument Cluster Gauges
  12
- Fuel Gauge
  12
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
  12
- Speedometer
  13
- Odometer
  13
- The Vehicle
  13
- Tachometer
  14
- Trip Odometer
  14
- Battery Voltage Gauge
  15
- Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
  15
- Headlamp Control
  16
- Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (if Equipped)
  16
Controls and Features
16
- Panel Dimmer Control
  17
- Rear Window Defroster
  17
- Temperature Control Knob
  18
- Fan Speed Control
  18
- Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
  18
- Climate Control System
  18
- Operating Tips
  20
- Using Your Audio System
  21
- Power Control
  21
- Volume Control
  21
- AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Premium Sound
  21
- Seek Function
  22
- Seek Function in Radio Mode
  22
- Tune Adjust in Radio Mode
  22
- AM/FM Select
  22
- Seek Function in Tape Mode
  23
- Radio Station Memory Preset
  23
- Scan Function
  23
- Setting Memory Preset Stations
  24
- Bass Adjust
  24
- Treble Adjust
  24
- Speaker Balance Adjust
  25
- Speaker Fade Adjust
  25
- Tape Play Select
  25
- Tape Eject
  26
- Dolby Noise Reduction
  26
- Rewind/Fast Forward Function in Tape Mode
  26
- Rewind/Fast Forward
  26
- AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Mach 460 Sound System with Premium AM/FM Stereo Cassette
  27
- Tune Adjust
  28
- Scan Function in Radio Mode
  29
- Use the SEEK Button
  29
- Scan Function in Tape Mode
  29
- Power/Volume Control
  33
- Setting the Clock
  33
- Premium AM/FM Stereo Single CD Radio/Premium Sound or MACH 460 Sound System with Single CD Radio
  33
- Scan Function with Compact Disc Radio
  35
- Deactivating Automatic Memory Store
  36
- Starting Automatic Memory Store
  36
- Automatic Memory Store (if Equipped)
  36
- Reverse/Fast Forward in CD Mode
  37
- CD Eject
  38
- Compression Feature
  38
- Single Disc CD Player (if Equipped)
  39
- Power and Volume Control
  39
- Play Function
  39
- Stop Function
  39
- Reverse/Fast Forward
  40
- AMS Control
  40
- If Sound Skips
  41
- Shuffle Feature
  41
- Troubleshooting the CD Player (if Equipped)
  41
- Eject
  41
- Cleaning Compact Discs
  42
- CD and CD Player Care
  42
- Cleaning Cassette Player (if Equipped)
  42
- Cassette and Cassette Player Care
  42
- Radio Frequency Information
  43
- Radio Reception Factors
  43
- Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls
  44
- Turn Signal Control
  44
- Trunk Remote Control
  44
- Audio System Warranties and Service
  44
- Mist Function
  45
- Flash to Pass
  45
- Positions of the Ignition
  45
- Tilt Steering Wheel
  46
- Speed Control
  46
- To Turn Speed Control on
  46
- To Turn Speed Control off
  47
- To Set a Speed
  47
- To Set a Lower Set Speed
  48
- To Set a Higher Set Speed
  48
- To Disengage Speed Control
  49
- To Return to a Previously Set Speed
  49
- Interior Lamps
  50
- Map Lamps (if Equipped)
  50
- Power Windows
  50
- Express down
  51
- Window Lock
  51
- Power Door Locks
  51
- Power Side View Mirrors
  51
- Positive Retention Floor Mat
  52
- Center Console
  52
- Foglamp Control (if Equipped)
  53
- Auxiliary Power Point
  53
- Convertible (if Equipped)
  53
- Lowering the Convertible Top
  53
- Installation of the Boot
  54
- Raising the Convertible Top
  56
- Remote Entry System
  56
- Unlocking the Doors
  57
- Locking the Doors
  57
- Illuminated Entry
  58
- Sounding a Panic Alarm
  58
- Opening the Trunk
  58
- Replacing Lost Transmitters
  59
- Replacing the Batteries
  59
- Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
  60
- Theft Indicator
  61
- Programming Spare Securilock Keys
  62
- Procedure to Program Spare Securilock Keys to Your Vehicle
  62
- Adjustable Head Restraints (if Equipped)
  64
- Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
  64
Seating and Safety Restraints
64
Starting
87
Driving
92
- Brakes
  92
- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) (if Equipped)
  92
- ABS Warning Lamp
  93
- Using ABS
  93
- Hydraulic Brake Booster System (Hydroboost)
  94
- Parking Brake
  94
- Traction Control
  95
- Steering
  96
- Automatic Transmission Operation
  97
- To Prevent Damage to the Power Steering Pump
  97
- If the Steering Wanders or Pulls, the Condition Could be Caused by any of the Following
  97
- Brake-Shift Interlock
  97
- Understanding Gearshift Positions
  98
- P (Park)
  99
- R (Reverse)
  99
- N (Neutral)
  100
- Overdrive
  100
- 2 (Second)
  101
- 1 (First)
  101
- Using the Clutch
  102
- Manual Transmission Operation
  102
- Recommended Shift Speeds
  103
- Upshift According to the Following Chart
  103
- Parking Your Vehicle
  103
- Reverse
  104
- To Shift into R (Reverse)
  104
- Removing Key from Ignition
  105
- Traction-Lok Axle
  105
- Vehicle Loading
  106
- Safety Chains
  108
- Trailer Towing
  108
- Preparing to Tow
  108
- Trailer Brakes
  109
- Trailer Lamps
  109
- Driving While You Tow
  109
- When Towing a Trailer
  109
- Servicing after Towing
  110
- Trailer Towing Tips
  110
- Driving through Water
  111
Roadside Emergencies
112
- Hazard Flasher
  112
- Resetting the Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
  112
- Fuses and Relays
  113
- Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
  114
- Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
  114
- Fuse Panel Description
  115
- Starter Motor Relay
  115
- Cigar Lighter
  115
- Power Lumbar
  115
- The Fuses Are Coded as Follows
  115
- Power Distribution Box
  117
- The High-Current Fuses Are Coded as Follows
  118
- Power Distribution Box
  118
- Changing the Tires
  119
- Temporary Spare Tire Information
  120
- When Driving with the Temporary Spare Tire Do Not
  120
- Tire Change Procedure
  120
- Jump Starting Your Vehicle
  123
- Anti-Theft Lug Nuts (if Equipped)
  123
- Removing the Anti-Theft Lug Nut
  123
- Reinstalling the Anti-Theft Lug Nut
  123
- Preparing Your Vehicle
  124
- Connecting the Jumper Cables
  125
- Jump Starting
  126
- Removing the Jumper Cables
  127
- Wrecker Towing
  128
Maintenance and Care
130
- Service Recommendations
  130
- Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
  130
- Working with the Engine off
  130
- Working with the Engine on
  131
- Opening the Hood
  132
- Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
  133
- 3.8L OHV V6 Engine
  133
- Checking the Engine Oil
  134
- 4.6L SOHC V8 Engine
  134
- Engine Oil
  134
- Adding Engine Oil
  136
- Brake Fluid
  137
- Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
  137
- Checking and Adding Brake Fluid
  137
- Clutch Adjustment
  139
- Windshield Washer Fluid
  140
- Checking and Adding Washer Fluid
  140
- Engine Coolant
  141
- Adding Engine Coolant
  142
- Recycled Engine Coolant
  143
- Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
  144
- Coolant Refill Capacity
  144
- Severe Winter Climate
  144
- Checking Power Steering Fluid Level
  145
- Transmission Fluid
  146
- Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
  146
- Low Fluid Level
  147
- Correct Fluid Level
  147
- High Fluid Level
  148
- Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
  148
- Checking and Adding Manual Transmission Fluid
  149
- Battery
  150
- Checking the Wiper Blades
  152
- Windshield Wiper Blades
  152
- To Replace the Wiper Blades
  153
- Changing the Wiper Blades
  153
- Information about Tire Quality Grades
  153
- Traction Grades
  154
- Treadwear
  154
- Traction AA a B C
  154
- Temperature a B C
  154
- Tire Rotation
  155
- Servicing Your Tires
  155
- Checking the Tire Pressure
  155
- Replacing the Tires
  156
- Snow Tires and Chains
  157
- What You Should Know about Automative Fuels
  158
- Fuel Filler Cap
  161
- Choosing the Right Fuel
  162
- Octane Recommendations
  162
- Fuel Quality
  162
- Fuel Filter
  163
- Running out of Fuel
  163
- Cleaner Air
  163
- Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
  164
- Measuring Techniques
  164
- Filling the Tank
  164
- Calculating Fuel Economy
  165
- Habits
  166
- Maintenance
  167
- Conditions
  167
- EPA Window Sticker
  168
- Emission Control System
  168
- Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
  169
- Replacing Exterior Bulbs
  170
- Exterior Bulbs
  170
- Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
  171
- To Install the New Bulb
  172
- Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs
  172
- High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
  173
- Replacing Foglamp Bulbs
  173
- Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
  174
- Replacing Tail Lamp/Backup Bulbs
  174
- Interior Bulbs
  174
- Aiming the Headlamps
  175
- Map Lamps
  175
- Using the Right Bulbs
  175
- Vertical Aim Adjustment
  176
- Cleaning and Caring for Your Vehicle
  176
- Washing Your Vehicle
  177
- Waxing Your Vehicle
  177
- Repairing Paint Chips
  178
- Cleaning the Wheels
  178
- Cleaning the Engine
  178
- Cleaning the Wiper Blades and Windshield
  179
- Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
  179
- Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts
  179
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel
  180
- Cleaning the Interior Fabric
  180
- Cleaning Leather Seats (if Equipped)
  180
- Cleaning and Maintaining the Safety Belts
  181
- Inside Windows
  181
- Convertible Top and Padded Molding Care
  181
- Underbody
  181
Capacities and Specifications
182
- Motorcraft Part Numbers
  182
- Refill Capacities
  183
- Lubricant Specifications
  185
- Engine Data
  188
- Vehicle Dimensions
  188
- Identifying Your Vehicle
  190
- Certification Label
  190
- Vehicle Identification Number
  190
- Engine Number
  190
Customer Assistance
191
Reporting Safety Defects
206
Index
207
Filling Station Information
215

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