Ford Mustang 2012 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 12

Warning lights and chimes 12 Gauges 17 Message center 19

Entertainment Systems 29

Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 38 USB port 40 Satellite radio information 44 Navigation system 47 SYNC威 47

Climate Controls 48

Manual heating and air conditioning 48 Navigation system based climate control 51 Rear window defroster 55

Lights 56

Headlamps 56 Turn signal control 61 Interior lamps 62 Bulb replacement 62

Driver Controls 70

Windshield wiper/washer control 70 Steering wheel adjustment 71 Power windows 75 Mirrors 78 Speed control 79

Locks and Security 96

Keys 96 Locks 102 Anti-theft system 112

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Seating and Safety Restraints 118

Seating 118 Personal Safety System™ 129 Safety belt system 132 Airbags 143 Child restraints 155

Tires, Wheels and Loading 175

Tire information 175 Tire inflation 177 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 190 Vehicle loading 195 Trailer towing 202 Recreational towing 205

Driving 206

Starting 206 Brakes 212 AdvanceTrac威 213 Transmission operation 221 Reverse sensing system 226 Rear-view camera system 228

Roadside Emergencies 232

Getting roadside assistance 232 Hazard flasher control 233 Fuel pump shut-off 234 Fuses and relays 234 Changing tires 242 Temporary mobility kit 247 Wheel lug nut torque 256 Jump starting 257 Wrecker towing 260

Customer Assistance 262

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 269 Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 269

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Cleaning 270

Maintenance and Specifications 278

Engine compartment 280 Engine oil 283 Battery 287 Engine coolant 289 Fuel information 295 Air filter(s) 309 Part numbers 312 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 313 Engine data 316

Accessories 320

Ford Extended Service Plan 323

Scheduled Maintenance 327

Normal scheduled maintenance and log 333

Index 345

The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print. In the interest of continuous development, we reserve the right to change specifications, design or equipment at any time without notice or obligation. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our written permission. Errors and omissions excepted.

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CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.

For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website:

• In the United States: www.ford.com

• In Canada: www.ford.ca

• In Australia: www.ford.com.au

• In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx

Additional owner information is given in separate publications.

This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available.

Remember to pass on this Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

WARNING: Fuel pump shut-off: In the event of an accident

this feature will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. It can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To restart your vehicle, refer to Fuel pump shut-off in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.

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Warning symbols on your vehicle

When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind.

Protecting the environment

We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps toward this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and

certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

PERCHLORATE MATERIAL

Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules, safety belt pretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material – Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of new vehicle operation. Vary your speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in.

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Drive your new vehicle at least 100 miles (160 km) before performing extended wide open throttle maneuvers and at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer or before performance/competition conditions. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage.

SPECIAL NOTICES

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide.

Special instructions

For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls.

WARNING: Please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints

chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.

WARNING: Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag.

DATA RECORDING

Service Data Recording

Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may access or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing

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your vehicle. For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose to use the SYNC威 Vehicle Health Report, you consent that certain diagnostic information may also be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be used for any purpose. See your SYNC威 supplement for more information.

Event Data Recording

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle; this data will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were

buckled/fastened;

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator

and/or the brake pedal; and

• How fast the vehicle was travelling; and

• Where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.

Note: EDR data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data or information (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) is recorded (see limitations regarding 911 Assist and Traffic, directions and Information privacy below). However, parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.

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To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have such special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority. Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada.

Note: Including to the extent that any law pertaining to Event Data Recorders applies to SYNC威 or its features, please note the following: Once 911 Assist (if equipped) is enabled (set ON), 911 Assist may, through any paired and connected cell phone, disclose to emergency services that the vehicle has been in a crash involving the deployment of an airbag or, in certain vehicles, the activation of the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist may also be capable of being used to electronically or verbally provide to 911 operators the vehicle location (such as latitude and longitude), and/or other details about the vehicle or crash or personal information about the occupants to assist 911 operators to provide the most appropriate emergency services. If you do not want to disclose this information, do not activate the 911 Assist feature. See your SYNC威 supplement for more information.

Additionally, when you connect to Traffic, Directions and Information (if equipped, U.S. only), the service uses GPS technology and advanced vehicle sensors to collect the vehicle’s current location, travel direction, and speed (“vehicle travel information”), only to help provide you with the directions, traffic reports, or business searches that you request. If you do not want Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do not activate the service. Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses to provide you with this information do not store your vehicle travel information. For more information, see Traffic, Directions and Information, Terms and Conditions. See your SYNC威 supplement for more information.

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CELL PHONE USE

The use of mobile communications equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when using such equipment. Mobile communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits.

Mobile communication equipment includes, but is not limited to, cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, text messaging devices and portable two-way radios.

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that you use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving and that you comply with all applicable laws.

EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION

For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this Owner’s Guide. A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this book. By referring to the market unique supplement, if provided, you can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. This Owner’s Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export. Refer to this Owner’s Guide for all other required

information and warnings.

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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front

Airbag - Side

Child Seat Tether Anchor

Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System

Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based

Stability Control System Speed Control

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Lower Anchor

Brake System

Parking Aid System

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

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Power Windows Front/Rear

Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Power Window Lockout

Interior Luggage Compartment Release

Panic Alarm Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid

Explosive Gas Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid Level

Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter

MAX

MIN

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Check Fuel Cap

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Low Tire Pressure Warning

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Base V6 engine instrument cluster (standard measure shown, metric similar)

OFF

Optional V6 and GT instrument cluster (standard measure shown, metric similar)

OFF

Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulbs work. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light for additional information.

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Service engine soon: The service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the on position to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the service engine soon light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the service engine soon light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. See the Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the on-board diagnostics system (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On-board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust

temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the on position when the engine is not running, or in a position between on and start, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the on position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

BRAKE

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WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning

light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury.

Anti-lock brake system (if equipped): If the ABS light stays

illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated.

Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned to on, continues to flash or remains on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. A chime will sound if there is a malfunction in the indicator light.

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder威 chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder威 chime feature.

Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. If it stays on while the engine is running, there may be a malfunction with the charging system. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related component.

Engine oil pressure (if equipped): Illuminates when the oil

pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

ABS

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Engine coolant temperature:

Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.

Low tire pressure warning:

Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the light remains on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light will illuminate for three seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. For more information on this system, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

AdvanceTrac威/traction control active: Flashes when the system is

active. If the light remains on a malfunction has been detected; contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

AdvanceTrac威/traction control off light: Illuminates when the

system has been disabled (by the driver or as a result of a system failure). Refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

Low fuel (if equipped):

Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty. Refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter.

OFF

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Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged.

Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the on position and any of the doors or the hood/trunk are not completely closed.

Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock威 passive anti-theft system has been activated.

Electronic throttle control:

Illuminates when the engine has defaulted to a “limp-home” operation. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Grade assist (if equipped):

Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off and the grade assist function has been turned on, refer to the Driving chapter.

Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.

High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver’s door is opened.

Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.

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GAUGES

Base V6 engine instrument cluster (standard measure shown, metric similar)

1 2 3 4

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Optional V6 and GT instrument cluster (standard measure shown, metric similar)

1 2 3 4

6 5

Refer to Message center in this chapter to select preset colors or user definable colors (MyColor威) for the nighttime gauge backlighting.

1. Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

2. Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the on position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. The fuel icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.

3. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between H and C). If it enters the red section, the

engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

4. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine.

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5. Engine oil pressure gauge (optional V6 and GT cluster only): Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle should stay in the normal operating range (between L and H). If the needle falls below the normal range, stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your authorized dealer.

6. Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the on position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range, have the vehicle’s electrical system checked as soon as possible.

Odometer and trip odometer: The odometer is displayed in the message center and registers the distance of individual journeys. For trip odometer, refer to Message center in this chapter.

MESSAGE CENTER

Your vehicle’s message center allows you to configure/personalize certain vehicle options to suit your needs.

The message center is also capable of monitoring many vehicle systems and will alert you to potential vehicle problems and various conditions with an informational message followed by a long indicator chime.

The message center display is located in the instrument cluster.

Info

Press INFO repeatedly to cycle through the following features:

Battery voltage gauge (optional V6 and GT cluster only):

TRIP A/B

Registers the distance of individual journeys. Press and release INFO until the A or B trip appears in the display (this represents the trip mode). Press and hold RESET for two seconds to reset.

Refer to UNITS later in this section to switch the display from Metric to English.

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MYKEY MILES (km)

For more information, refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter.

MILES (km) TO E

This displays an estimate of approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions. Remember to turn the ignition off when refueling to allow this feature to correctly detect the added fuel.

LOW FUEL LEVEL will display when you have approximately 50 miles (80 km) to empty. Press RESET to clear this warning message. It will return at approximately 25 miles (40 km), 10 miles (16 km) and 0 miles (0 km) miles to empty.

Distance to empty is calculated using a running average fuel economy, which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fuel economy is re-initialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected.

AVG MPG (L/100 km)

Average fuel economy displays your average fuel economy in miles/gallon or liters/100 km.

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing distance traveled by gallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled), your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons:

• Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up

• Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at

service stations

• Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another

• Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter)

To determine your average highway fuel economy, do the following:

1. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average.

2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference. It is important to press the RESET button (press and hold RESET for

two seconds in order to reset the function) after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings.

For more information refer to Essentials of good fuel economy in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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MPG (L/km)

This displays instantaneous fuel economy as a bar graph ranging from ↓ poor economy to ↑ excellent economy.

Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy. When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows ↓, one or no bars illuminated. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset.

TIMER

Timer displays the trip elapsed drive time. To operate, do the following:

1. Press and release RESET in order to start the timer.

2. Press and release RESET to pause the timer.

3. Press and hold RESET until the timer resets.

Blank Screen

The message center display will be blank after cycling through all of the Info menu items.

System check and vehicle feature customization

*Press the SETUP button repeatedly to cycle the message center through the following features:

*Note: Not all personalization items will appear unless your vehicle is so equipped.

RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK

When this message appears, press the RESET button and the message center will begin to cycle through the following systems and provide a status of the item if needed.

1. XXX% OIL LIFE

2. CHARGING SYSTEM

3. DOORS STATUS

4. TRUNK STATUS

5. BRAKE SYSTEM

6. FUEL LEVEL 21

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7. MYKEY DISTANCE (if MyKey威 is programmed)

8. MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED

9. ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED

Note: Some systems show a message only if a condition is present. OIL LIFE

This displays the remaining oil life. An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center and

according to the recommended maintenance schedule. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS.

To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change perform the following:

1. Press and release SETUP to display “OIL LIFE XXX% HOLD RESET = NEW”.

2. Press and hold RESET for two seconds and release to reset the oil life to 100%.

STEERING FEEL

This feature allows three modes of steering feel. Press RESET to cycle through the settings of:

• STANDARD– Provides a balance between a comfort and sport feel.

• SPORT– Slightly higher effort required for steering with more road

force felt through the steering wheel. See note below.

• COMFORT– Slightly less effort required for steering with less road force felt through the steering wheel.

Note: When AdvanceTrac威 sport mode is on or when AdvanceTrac威 and traction control are off, the steering feel will be locked in sport mode. The display will show STEERING FEEL <SPORT> LOCKED and the steering feel will not be selectable.

See AdvanceTrac威 stability enhancement system and Steering in the Driving chapter for more information.

HALO LIGHT

Turns the halo lighting around the gauges on or off. Press and hold RESET to turn the feature on or off.

AMBIENT LIGHT

Turns the ambient lighting on or off. Ambient lighting provides accent lighting in various locations such as footwell areas, cup holders and the center console bin. The parking lamps/headlamps must be on to use ambient lighting.

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Press and hold RESET to turn the feature on or off.

AMBIENT DIM

Use this to adjust the brightness of the ambient lighting. Press RESET to choose the various settings.

GAUGE COLOR, AMBIENT COLOR, HALO COLOR GAUGE COLOR: The instrument cluster gauges are backlit with white

backlighting when the headlamps are off. When the headlamps are on, you can select one of the preset colors for the nighttime gauge backlighting or create up to three custom colors using the MyColor威 feature.

Note: A gauge in a warning condition will be lit red when the headlamps are on.

AMBIENT COLOR: You can select one of the preset colors for ambient lighting or create up to three custom colors using the MyColor威 feature.

HALO COLOR: You can select one of the preset colors for halo lighting or create up to three custom colors using the MyColor威 feature.

Note: Headlamps or parking lamps must be on to set up colors. To choose colors for the gauges, halo color or ambient lighting do the

following:

1. Press SETUP to reach the GAUGE COLOR, AMBIENT COLOR, or HALO COLOR menu.

2. Press RESET to scroll through the following color options:

•ICE BLUE •BLUE

•WHITE •ORANGE

•GREEN •RED

•PURPLE •MYCOLOR 1, 2, 3 (See HOLD

RESET TO SET MY COLOR 1, 2, 3 following, to save personalized

color combinations)

HOLD RESET TO SET MYCOLOR 1, 2, 3 (Saving your own colors)

Apart from the preset colors, you can create your own color by adjusting the levels of the three primary colors (red, green, and blue) through the MyColor威 feature to achieve any of 125 different combinations. You can save up to three custom colors in MyColor威.

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To enter the MyColor威 adjust mode, do the following (vehicle must be stationary):

1. Press and hold RESET for three seconds at the MyColor 1, 2 or 3

menu option to reach the MyColor威 adjust mode.

2. Press SETUP to scroll through the R (red), G (green), B (blue) and

Exit options.

3. Press RESET to blend in more of the color being adjusted.

4. To save and exit, hold RESET for three seconds when prompted.

Pressing RESET for less than three seconds will cycle back through the colors.

UNITS

Displays the current units English or Metric. Press RESET to change from English to Metric.

AUTOLAMP (SEC)

This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off.

Press RESET to select the new Autolamp delay values of 0, 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120 or 180 seconds.

AUTOLOCK

This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the vehicle is shifted into any gear and driven.

For more information refer to Autolock in the Locks and Security chapter.

Press RESET to turn autolock on or off.

AUTOUNLOCK

This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver’s door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off.

Press RESET to turn autounlock on or off.

REAR PARK AID

This feature sounds a warning tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is selected.

Press RESET to turn it off or on.

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CREATE MYKEY / MYKEY SETUP/ CLEAR MYKEY

For more information refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter.

LANGUAGE = ENGLISH / SPANISH / FRENCH

Allows you to choose which language the message center will display in. Selectable languages are English, Spanish, or French.

Waiting four seconds or pressing the RESET button cycles the message center through each of the language choices.

Press and hold RESET for two seconds to set the language choice.

System warnings

System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle’s operating systems.

In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for several seconds.

The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages. This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message.

Warning messages that have been reset are divided into three categories:

• They will not disappear until a condition is changed.

• They will reappear on the display 10 minutes from the reset.

• They will not reappear until an ignition off/on cycle has been

completed.

This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM — Displayed when the brake system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

DRIVER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the driver’s door is not completely closed.

PASSENGER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the passenger side door is not completely closed.

FUEL LEVEL LOW — Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel condition.

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CHECK FUEL FILL INLET — Displayed when the fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed. Refer to Easy Fuel威 “no cap” fuel system in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM — Displayed when the electrical system is not maintaining proper voltage. If you are operating electrical accessories when the engine is idling at a low speed, turn off as many of the electrical loads as soon as possible. If the warning stays on or comes on when the engine is operating at normal speeds, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

CHECK PARK AID (if equipped) — Displayed when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the reverse sensing system (park aid) is disabled. Refer to Rear park aid in this section to enable.

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Brake fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

LOW TIRE PRESSURE — Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle has low tire pressure. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT — Displayed when the tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT — Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on,

contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT — The power steering system

has disabled power steering assist due to a system error; service is required.

SERVICE POWER STEERING — The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service.

SERVICE POWER STEERING NOW — The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service immediately.

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SERVICE ADVANCETRAC — Displayed when the AdvanceTrac威 system has detected a condition that requires service.

ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON — Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 10% or less.

OIL CHANGE REQUIRED — Displayed when the oil life left reaches 0%.

TO STOP ALARM START VEHICLE — Displayed when the perimeter alarm system is armed and the vehicle is entered using the key on the driver’s side door. In order to prevent the perimeter alarm system from triggering, the ignition must be turned to start or on before the 12 second chime expires. See Perimeter alarm system in the Locks and Security chapter.

SECURITY EVENT OCCURRED (if equipped) — Displayed when the active anti-theft system (if equipped) was activated since the prior ignition cycle.

MYKEY ACTIVE DRIVE SAFELY — Displayed at startup when MyKey威 is in use. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

KEY COULD NOT PROGRAM — Displayed when an attempt is made to program a spare key using two existing MyKeys. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

VEHICLE SPEED 80 MPH MAX — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the Admin has enabled the MyKey speed limit and the vehicle speed is 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

SPEED LIMITED TO 80 MPH — Displayed when starting the vehicle and MyKey威 is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

CHECK SPEED DRIVE SAFELY — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the optional setting is on and the vehicle exceeds a preselected speed. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

VEHICLE NEAR TOP SPEED — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

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TOP SPEED MYKEY SETTING — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

BUCKLE UP TO UNMUTE AUDIO — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and Belt-Minder威 is activated. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

ADVTRAC ON MYKEY SETTING — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use when trying to disable the AdvanceTrac威 system and the optional setting is on. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

TRACKEY ACTIVE TRACK USE ONLY (Boss威 302 only) — Displayed when a trackey is in use. Refer to the Boss威 302 supplement for more information.

TRACKEY IDLE ENABLED (Boss威 302 only) — Displayed when a trackey is in use. Refer to the Boss威 302 supplement for more information.

1→4 SHIFT FOR FUEL ECONOMY — Displayed on manual transmission vehicles when the vehicle determines that shifting directly to 4th gear from 1st gear will improve fuel economy. Refer to Manual transmission operation in the Driving chapter for more information.

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AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM Single CD/MP3 satellite-compatible sound system

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.

Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the radio and other electrical accessories may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened.

Setting the clock

To set the time, press CLOCK. The display will read SET TIME. Use the memory preset numbers (0–9) to enter in the desired time–hours and minutes and press OK. The clock will then begin from that time.

Note: If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to Setting the clock in your Navigation supplement.

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AM/FM radio

/ VOL (Power/Volume): Press to turn the radio on/off. Turn the knob to increase/decrease volume.

If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.

AM/FM: Press repeatedly to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

TUNE: Turn the knob to go up/down the frequency band in individual increments.

DIRECT: Press DIRECT and then select the desired radio frequency (i.e. 93.9) using the memory preset numbers (0–9).

SEEK: Press access the previous/next strong

radio station.

SEEK to

SCAN: Press for a brief sampling of all strong radio stations.

MEMORY PRESETS (0–9): When tuned to any station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns and PRESET # SAVED appears in the display. You can save up to 30 stations, 10 in AM, 10 in FM1 and FM2.

Saving presets automatically: Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2.

To activate the autoset feature: Press MENU repeatedly until AUTO PRESET ON/OFF appears in the display. Use AUTO PRESET to ON, and either wait five seconds for the search to 30

SEEK to turn

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