Ford Mustang (2005-2014) Owners Manual: Closing the convertible top
Note: The convertible top will not operate unless the vehicle is stationary or traveling under 3 mph (5 kmh).
Note: Make sure that the latch handles are pulled down and in the fully opened position before the top makes contact with the windshield header. This allows for hand clearance and proper closure of the top.
To close the convertible top:
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. The ignition must be on. It is recommended that the engine is running when opening the top to prevent draining the battery.
2. Press and hold the convertible top switch until the windows lower completely and the top unfolds and moves forward toward the windshield header.
Make sure the latch handles are pulled down and in the fully opened position before the top and the windshield header make contact.
3. Continue pressing the convertible top switch to cl
4. Pull down on the drivers latch
handle and rotate it all the way
forward into the windshield header.
5. Press the latch handle up into
the stowed position to secure the
latch.
6. Pull down on the passengers side
latch handle and rotate it all the
way forward into the windshield
header.
7. Press the latch handle up into the stowed position to secure the latch.
Note: If the top has been open for an extended period of time or if the temperature is low, the top material may shrink slightly. If this happens, pull on the latch handles or the center grip to fasten to top
Using the boot
Installing the Boot
WARNING: Always secure the retaining clips and boot straps on
the vehicle or the boot may come loose while driving.
Note: Be sure the boot is secure on the vehicle before driving. ...
Driving Hints
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Other materials:
Installation
Using special tool 205-054
NOTE: This is the preferred method for installing the pinion bearing
cups. If necessary, proceed to
Using special tools 205-153, 205-054, and 205-D055 in this procedure for an
alternate method.
1. Position the special tools and th ...
Manual Transmission
The TR3650 five-speed manual transmission features the following:
The fifth speed gear functions as an overdrive gear.
The forward gears are synchronized and helical cut.
The reverse gear operates through a constant-mesh, fully
synchronized system.
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Torque Converter Turbine to Pump Stator Interference
Check
1. NOTE: Front pump support may remain in front pump support and gear
during this test.
Position the torque converter with the pump drive up.
2. Install the front pump support to engage the mating splines of the front
pump support shaft on
the torque convert ...