Ford Mustang (2005-2014) Owners Manual: Repairing minor paint damage
Your authorized dealer has touch-up paint to match your vehicle’s color.
Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jamb) to an authorized dealer to make sure you get the correct color.
• Remove particles, such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar
spots, road salt and industrial fallout, before repairing paint chips.
• Always read the instructions before using the products.
Waxing
Regular waxing is necessary to protect the paint on your car from the
elements. We recommend that you wash and wax the painted surface
once or twice a year.
When washing and waxing, park your vehicle ...
Cleaning the engine
Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt
buildup keep the engine warmer than normal.
When washing:
• Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The
high- ...
Other materials:
Pinpoint Test C: LFC 29/DTC C1414 - Incorrect Vehicle Identification Code
Normal Operation
The restraints control module (RCM) monitors the electrical state of pins
10, 13 and 14 to determine if
it is installed on the correct vehicle. If the RCM detects an incorrect
condition on any of these pins, it
will store a diagnostic t ...
Bearings - Inspection
NOTE: If any of the following conditions exist, install a new
bearing.
1. Inspect the bearing for a bent cage.
2. Inspect bearings for galling (metal smears on roller ends).
Galling is caused by overheating, poor lubrication or an overload
situatio ...
Removal
WARNING: Do not smoke or carry lighted tobacco or open flame of any
type when
working on or near any fuel related components. Highly flammable mixtures are
always present
and may be ignited. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal
injury ...
