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Ford Mustang GT 1998 Owner's Manual

Ford Mustang GT 1998 Owner's Manual (193 pages)

Ford Car Owners Manual

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 1.75 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
1
Icons
2
Warnings
2
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
2
Introduction
2
Instrumentation
4
- Optional Instrument Cluster
  6
- Turn Signal
  6
- Base Instrument Cluster
  6
- Warning Lights and Chimes
  6
- High Beams
  7
- Safety Belt
  7
- Charging System
  7
- Air Bag Readiness
  7
- Service Engine Soon
  8
- Light Turns on Solid
  8
- Light Is Blinking
  9
- Low Fuel
  9
- O/D off (if Equipped)
  9
- Brake System Warning
  10
- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
  10
- Traction Control Active
  10
- Check Coolant
  11
- Safety Belt Warning Chime
  11
- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Warning Chime
  11
- Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime
  11
- Base Instrument Cluster Gauges
  12
- Optional Instrument Cluster Gauges
  12
- Fuel Gauge
  12
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
  13
- Speedometer
  13
- Odometer
  14
- Tachometer
  14
- Trip Odometer
  15
- 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 (if Equipped)
  17
- Temperature Control Knob
  18
- Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
  18
- Climate Control System
  18
- Fan Speed Control
  18
- Operating Tips
  20
- Using Your Audio System
  21
- AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Premium Sound
  21
- Power Control
  21
- Volume Control
  21
- Seek Function
  22
- Seek Function in Radio Mode
  22
- Seek Function in Tape Mode
  22
- Setting Memory Preset Stations
  23
- Scan Function
  23
- Radio Station Memory Preset
  23
- Bass Adjust
  24
- Treble Adjust
  24
- Speaker Balance Adjust
  24
- Speaker Fade Adjust
  25
- Tape Play Select
  25
- Rewind/Fast Forward
  25
- Rewind/Fast Forward Function in Tape Mode
  25
- Setting the Clock
  26
- Dolby Noise Reduction
  26
- Tape Eject
  26
- AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Mach 460 Sound System with Premium AM/FM Stereo Cassette
  27
- AM/FM Select
  27
- Tune Adjust
  28
- Scan Function in Radio Mode
  29
- Scan Function in Tape Mode
  29
- Premium AM/FM Stereo Single CD Radio/Premium Sound or MACH 460 Sound System with Single CD Radio
  33
- Setting the Clock
  33
- Power/Volume Control
  33
- Tune Adjust in Radio Mode
  34
- Scan Function with Compact Disc Radio
  35
- Automatic Memory Store (if Equipped)
  35
- Starting Automatic Memory Store
  36
- Deactivating Automatic Memory Store
  36
- Reverse/Fast Forward in CD Mode
  37
- CD Eject
  37
- Compression Feature
  38
- Single Disc CD Player (if Equipped)
  38
- Power and Volume Control
  38
- Reverse/Fast Forward
  39
- Stop Function
  39
- Play Function
  39
- Eject
  40
- AMS Control
  40
- Shuffle Feature
  40
- Troubleshooting the CD Player (if Equipped)
  41
- If Sound Skips
  41
- If Your Changer Does Not Work, It May be that
  41
- Cleaning Compact Discs
  41
- Cleaning Cassette Player (if Equipped)
  42
- Radio Frequency Information
  42
- Radio Reception Factors
  42
- Cassette and Cassette Player Care
  42
- Turn Signal Control
  43
- Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls
  43
- Mist Function
  44
- Flash to Pass
  44
- Positions of the Ignition
  45
- Tilt Steering Wheel (if Equipped)
  45
- To Turn Speed Control off
  46
- To Set a Speed
  46
- To Turn Speed Control on
  46
- Speed Control
  46
- To Set a Higher Set Speed
  47
- To Set a Lower Set Speed
  48
- To Disengage Speed Control
  48
- To Return to a Previously Set Speed
  49
- Interior Lamps
  49
- Map Lamps (if Equipped)
  49
- Power Windows (if Equipped)
  50
- Express down
  50
- Window Lock
  50
- Positive Retention Floor Mat (if Equipped)
  51
- Power Door Locks
  51
- Power Side View Mirrors (if Equipped)
  51
- Center Console
  52
- Foglamp Control (if Equipped)
  52
- Auxiliary Power Point
  52
- Convertible (if Equipped)
  53
- Lowering the Convertible Top
  53
- To Lower the Convertible Top
  53
- Installation of the Boot
  54
- Raising the Convertible Top
  55
- Remote Entry System
  56
- Unlocking the Doors
  56
- Sounding a Panic Alarm
  57
- Locking the Doors
  57
- Opening the Trunk
  57
- Illuminated Entry
  58
- The Inside Lights will Not Turn off if
  58
- Replacing Lost Transmitters
  58
- Replacing the Batteries
  59
- Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
  60
- Procedure to Program Spare Securilock Keys to Your Vehicle
  61
- Programming Spare Securilock Keys
  61
- Theft Indicator
  61
- Adjustable Head Restraints (if Equipped)
  63
- Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
  63
Seating and Safety Restraints
63
Starting
83
Driving
88
- ABS Warning Lamp
  89
- Using ABS
  89
- Hydraulic Brake Booster System (Hydroboost)
  90
- Parking Brake
  90
- Traction Control (if Equipped)
  91
- Steering
  92
- Automatic Transmission Operation
  93
- Brake-Shift Interlock
  93
- Understanding Gearshift Positions
  94
- P (Park)
  95
- R (Reverse)
  95
- N (Neutral)
  96
- Overdrive
  96
- 2 (Second)
  97
- 1 (First)
  97
- Manual Transmission Operation (if Equipped)
  98
- Using the Clutch
  98
- Recommended Shift Speeds
  99
- Parking Your Vehicle
  99
- Reverse
  100
- To Shift into R (Reverse)
  100
- Removing Key from Ignition
  101
- Traction-Lok Axle (if Equipped)
  101
- Vehicle Loading
  101
- Trailer Towing
  104
- Preparing to Tow
  104
- Safety Chains
  104
- Driving While You Tow
  105
- Trailer Lamps
  105
- Trailer Brakes
  105
- Servicing after Towing
  106
- Trailer Towing Tips
  106
- Driving through Water
  106
- Hazard Flasher
  108
- Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
  108
Roadside Emergencies
108
- Fuels and Relays
  109
- Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
  110
- Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
  110
- The Fuses Are Coded as Follows
  111
- Power Distribution Box
  113
- The High-Current Fuses Are Coded as Follows
  114
- Changing the Tires
  115
- Temporary Spare Tire Information
  116
- When Driving with the Temporary Spare Tire Do Not
  116
- Tire Change Procedure
  116
- Anti-Theft Lug Nuts (if Equipped)
  119
- Removing the Anti-Theft Lug Nut
  119
- Reinstalling the Anti-Theft Lug Nut
  119
- Preparing Your Vehicle
  120
- Jump Starting Your Vehicle
  120
- Connecting the Jumper Cables
  121
- Jump Starting
  122
- Removing the Jumper Cables
  123
- Wrecker Towing
  124
Maintenance and Care
126
- Service Recommendations
  126
- Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
  126
- Working with the Engine off
  127
- Working with the Engine on
  127
- Opening the Hood
  128
- Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
  129
- 3.8L OHV V6 Engine
  129
- 4.6L SOHC V8 Engine
  130
- Adding Engine Oil
  132
- Brake Fluid
  133
- Checking and Adding Brake Fluid
  133
- Clutch Adjustment (if Equipped)
  135
- Windshield Washer Fluid
  136
- Checking and Adding Washer Fluid
  136
- Engine Coolant
  137
- Adding Engine Coolant
  138
- Recycled Engine Coolant
  139
- Coolant Refill Capacity
  140
- Severe Winter Climate
  140
- Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
  140
- Transmission Fluid
  142
- Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
  142
- Low Fluid Level
  143
- Correct Fluid Level
  143
- Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
  144
- High Fluid Level
  144
- Checking and Adding Manual Transmission Fluid
  145
- Battery
  146
- Windshield Wiper Blades
  148
- Checking the Wiper Blades
  148
- Changing the Wiper Blades
  149
- Information about Tire Quality Grades
  149
- Treadwear
  150
- Traction AA a B C
  150
- Temperature a B C
  150
- Tire Rotation
  151
- Checking the Tire Pressure
  151
- Servicing Your Tires
  151
- Replacing the Tires
  152
- Snow Tires and Chains
  153
- What You Should Know about Automative Fuels
  154
- Fuel Filler Cap
  155
- Choosing the Right Fuel
  156
- Octane Recommendations
  157
- Fuel Quality
  157
- Fuel Filter
  158
- Running out of Fuel
  158
- Cleaner Air
  158
- Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
  159
- Measuring Techniques
  159
- Filling the Tank
  160
- Calculating Fuel Economy
  160
- Habits
  161
- Maintenance
  162
- Conditions
  162
- EPA Window Sticker
  163
- Emission Control System
  163
- Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
  164
- Exterior Bulbs
  165
- Replacing Exterior Bulbs
  165
- Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
  166
- To Install the New Bulb
  167
- Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs
  167
- High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
  168
- Replacing Foglamp Bulbs
  168
- Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
  169
- Replacing Tail Lamp/Backup Bulbs
  169
- Interior Bulbs
  169
- Aiming the Headlamps
  170
- Map Lamps
  170
- Using the Right Bulbs
  170
- Vertical Aim Adjustment
  171
- Cleaning and Caring for Your Vehicle
  171
- Washing Your Vehicle
  172
- Waxing Your Vehicle
  172
- Repairing Paint Chips
  173
- Cleaning the Wheels
  173
- Cleaning the Engine
  173
- Cleaning the Wiper Blades and Windshield
  174
- Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
  174
- Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts
  174
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel
  175
- Cleaning the Interior Fabric
  175
- Cleaning Leather Seats (if Equipped)
  175
- Cleaning and Maintaining the Safety Belts
  176
- Inside Windows
  176
- Convertible Top and Padded Molding Care
  176
- Underbody
  176
Capacities and Specifications
177
- Motorcraft Part Numbers
  177
- Relief Capacities
  178
- Lubricant Specifications
  180
- Engine Data
  182
- Vehicle Dimensions
  182
- Identifying Your Vehicle
  184
- Safety Compliance Label
  184
- Vehicle Identification Number
  184
- Engine Number
  184
Reporting Safety Defects
185
Index
186
Filling Station Information
191

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