Ford Mustang (2005-2014) Owners Manual: Recreational towing
Note: Do not tow with the Shelby GT500 model. It cannot tow a trailer.
Note: Do not exceed the trailer weight for your vehicle configuration listed in the chart below.
Note: Make sure to take into consideration trailer frontal area. Do not exceed 12 feet2 (1.11 meters2) trailer frontal area.
Note: For high altitude operation, reduce the gross combined weight by 2% per 1000 feet (300 meters) starting at the 1000 foot (300 meter) elevation point.
Note: Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight. Be sure to check state regulations for this specified weight. The maximum trailer weights listed may be limited to this specified weight, as your vehicle’s electrical system may not include the wiring connector needed to use electric trailer brakes.
Your vehicle may tow a Class I trailer provided the maximum trailer weight is less than or equal to the maximum trailer weight listed for your vehicle configuration on the following chart.
Trailer towing
WARNING: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on
the certification label.
WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended
gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of your vehicle and cou ...
Essential towing checks
Follow these guidelines for safe towing:
• Do not tow a trailer until you drive your vehicle at least 1000 miles
(1600 kilometers).
• Consult your local motor vehicle laws for towing a trailer.
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General information
WARNING: Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce
very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system,
creating the risk of fire or other damage.
WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle on dry grass
or other dry ground cover. The emissio ...
Fuel Pressure Sensor
Material
Item
Specification
Super Premium SAE 5W-20
Motor Oil
XO-5W20-DSP or equivalent
WSS-M2C914-
A
Removal
WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of
any type when
working on or near any fuel related compo ...
Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding
Material
Item
Specification
Motorcraft Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
VC-7-A (in Oregon VC-7-B)
(yellow color)
WSS-M97B51-
A1
Draining
WARNING: Never remove the pressure relief cap while the engine is
operating or when the
cooling syst ...