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Table of Contents
Introduction 3
Instrument Cluster 10
Warning and control lights 10
Gauges 15
Entertainment Systems 19
AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 19
AM/FM stereo with CD 28
AM/FM stereo cassette (CD changer compatible) 43
Climate Controls 63
Lights 67
Headlamps 67
Turn signal control 70
Bulb replacement 71
Driver Controls 76
Windshield wiper/washer control 76
Steering wheel adjustment 77
Power windows 78
Mirrors 80
Speed control 80
Locks and Security 89
Keys 89
Locks 89
Anti-theft system 91
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Table of Contents Brakes 138 Traction control/AdvanceTrac 142 Transmission operation 144 Vehicle loading 154 Trailer towing 156 Roadside Emergencies 157 Getting roadside assistance 157 Hazard flasher switch 158 Fuel pump shut-off switch 159 Fuses and relays 160 Changing tires 165 Jump starting 170 Wrecker towing 175 Customer Assistance 176 Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 186 Cleaning 187 Maintenance and Specifications 194 Engine compartment 197 Engine oil 199 Battery 203 Fuel information 21
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Introduction The following warning may be required by California law: 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 re
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Introduction 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 the Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle. Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The
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Introduction 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 towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol. BREAKING-
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Introduction SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide. Special instructions For your added safe
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Introduction Notice to owners of Cobra vehicles Before you drive your vehicle, be sure to read the “SVT Cobra Owner’s Guide Supplement.” This book contains important operation and maintenance information. MIDDLE EAST/NORTH AFRICA VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the ones that are described in this Owner Guide; therefore, a supplement has been supplied that complements this book. By refer
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Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat Child Seat Tether Installation Warning Anchorage Anti-Lock Brake Brake System System Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Traction Control Based Master Lighting AdvanceTrac Switch Hazard Warning Fog Lamps-Front Flasher Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Windshield Wash/Wipe Defrost/Demist Rear Window Pow
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Interior Luggage Compartment Panic Alarm Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Do Not Open When Temperature Hot Avoid Smoking, Battery Flames, or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Power Steering Fan Warning Fluid MAX Maintain Correct MIN Emission System Fluid Level Passenger Engine Air Filter Compartment Air Filter Jack Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9
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Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Base instrument cluster 60 70 3 4 50 80 RPMX1000 40 100 2 5 80 120 90 140 60 30 100 C H 160 LH 40 1 6 20 180 110 20 10 120 0 7 MPH km/h SELECT/RESET FUEL DOOR 00000 0.0 E F L H SERVICE CHECK AIR LOW O/D BRAKE THEFT ENGINE ABS FUEL BAG FUEL OFF ! P SOON CAP Optional instrument cluster 80 4 70 90 60 100 3 5 120 140 RPMX1000 110 50 100 160 2 6 80 180 120 40 60 200 C H LH 30 130 1 7 40 220 140 20 20 240 10 150 0 8 MPH km/h SELECT/RESET FUEL DOOR 00000 0.0
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Instrument Cluster Charging system Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. Air bag readiness Illuminates to confirm AIR that the air bags (front BAG or side) are operational. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. Anti-theft system Illuminates when the SecuriLocky Passive Anti-theft System is armed. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced. Service engine soon Ill
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Instrument Cluster recommended octane and/or properly installing and securely tightening the fuel cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required. If the light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could da
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Instrument Cluster Low fuel Illuminates when the LOW fuel level in the fuel tank is at, or near, FUEL empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter for more information). O/D off (if equipped) Illuminates when the O/D overdrive function has OFF been turned OFF using the transmission control switch (TCS) on the gearshift. If the light does not come on or the light flashes steadily, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, damage to the transmission could occur. Traction ControlY active Illumi
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Instrument Cluster illuminated and parking brake is off. Refer to Brakes in the Driving chapter for more information. Brake system warning To confirm the brake BRAKE system warning light is ! P functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position (alternatively for some vehicles when the ignition is moved from the ON position to START position, the light will momentarily illuminate prior to reaching the START position). It also illuminates if the parking brak
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Instrument Cluster Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the key is removed from the ignition and the driver’s door is opened. GAUGES Base instrument cluster gauges 60 70 3 4 50 80 RPMX1000 40 100 2 5 80 120 90 60 140 30 100 C H 160 LH 1 40 20 6 180 110 20 10 120 MPH km/h SELECT/RESET 7 FUEL DOOR 00000 0.0 E F L H SERVICE CHECK BRAKE AIR LOW O/D THEFT ENGINE ABS FUEL BAG FUEL OFF ! P SOON CAP Optional instrument cluster gauges 80 70 90 4 100 3 5 60 RPMX100
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Instrument Cluster Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. Steam and scalding liquid from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate. Engine oil pressure gauge Indicates engine oil L H pressure. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (the area between the “L” and “H”
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Instrument Cluster When refueling the vehicle from empty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel. The FUEL DOOR icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. ² Base instrument cluster gauge ² Optional instrument cluster gauge Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolut
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Instrument Cluster ² Base instrument cluster gauge ² Optional instrument cluster gauge Trip odometer Registers the 4 3 5 RPMX1000 kilometers (miles) of 2 6 individual journeys. 1 7 Press and release the 0 8 SELECT/RESET reset button until a ’T’ 00000 0.0 appears in the display (this represents the trip mode). Press and hold the button for three seconds to reset. 18
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Entertainment Systems PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD VOL PUSH ON DISC EJ ST FM 1 AMC MUTE BL RF AM FM DOLBY B NR EJTAPECD AUTO SEEK CLK TUNESCAN BASSTREB SEL BALFADE REW FF SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE 1 2 3 456 Volume/power control Press the control to VOL - PUSH ON turn the audio system on or off. Audio power can also be turned on by pressing the AM/FM select control or the TAPE/CD select control. Turn control to raise or lower volume. VOL - PUSH ON If the volume is set above a certain leve
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Entertainment Systems Press the BASS control then press: ² to decrease the bass output and ² to increase the bass output. Treble adjust The treble adjust BASS TREB control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output. Press the TREB control then press: ² to decrease the treble output and ² to increase the treble output. Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound BAL FADE distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. Press the BAL control then press: ² to shif
