Ford Mustang (2005-2014) Owners Manual: Manual transmission
Using the Clutch
Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that prevents starting the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully pressed.
To start the vehicle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set.
2. Press the clutch pedal to the
floor, then put the gearshift lever in
the neutral position.
3. Start the engine.
4. Press the brake pedal and move
the gearshift lever to the desired
gear; position 1 or position R .
5. Release the parking brake, then
slowly release the clutch pedal
while slowly pressing on the
accelerator.
During each shift, the clutch pedal must be fully pressed to the floor.
Make sure the floor mat is properly positioned so it does not interfere with the full extension of the clutch pedal.
Note: Failure to fully press the clutch pedal to the floor may cause increased shift efforts, prematurely wear transmission components or damage the transmission.
Note: Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill.
These actions will reduce the life of the clutch and could nullify a clutch warranty claim.
Recommended Shift Speeds
Note: Do not downshift into position 1 when your vehicle is moving faster than 15 mph (24 km/h). This may damage the clutch or transmission.
Upshift according to the following charts.
For the 3.7L V6 with 2.73 axle ratio, shift according to the following chart:
For the 3.7L V6 with 3.31 axle ratio, shift according to the following chart:
For the 5.0L V8, shift according to the following chart:
Reverse
Note: The gearshift lever can only be moved to position R by pushing the knob down before shifting to reverse. This is a lockout feature which protects the transmission from accidentally engaging position R when intending to select position 1.
1. Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift into
position R . Failure to do so may damage the transmission.
2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor to disengage clutch.
3. Shift into position R by pushing the gearshift knob down, then moving the lever fully to the left, then forward.
Note: Do not press down on the shifter during any operation other than shifting to position R, as you may be inhibited from selecting your desired gear.
If position R is not fully engaged, press the clutch pedal down and return the gearshift to the neutral position. Release the clutch pedal for a moment, then press it down and shift to position R again.
Parking Your Vehicle
WARNING: Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully.
To park your vehicle:
1. Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position.
2. Fully apply the parking brake, hold the clutch pedal down, then shift
into position 1.
3. Turn the ignition off.
Automatic transmission
WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in position P. Turn the ignition off and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. Your vehicle has been design ...Axle information
Traction-Lokâ„¢ Axle (If Equipped) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under normal conditions, the Traction-Lokâ„¢ axle ...Other materials:
Manual Control Lever Shaft and Seal
Special Tool(s)
Installer, Shift Shaft Fluid Seal
307-050 (T74P-77498-A)
Alignment Gauge, TR Sensor
307-351 (T97L-70010-A)
Removal
1. Drain the transmission fluid and remove the fluid pan and filter. For
additional information, ...
Bulb - Headlamp
Removal
WARNING: The halogen bulb contains gas under pressure. The bulb may
shatter if the
glass envelope is scratched or if the bulb is dropped. Handle the bulb only
by its base. Grasp
the bulb only by its base. Avoid touching the glass envelope.
NOT ...
Instrument Cluster (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 60 , Instrument Cluster for schematic and
connector information.
Special Tool(s)
Worldwide Diagnostic System
(WDS)
418-F224,
New Generation STAR (NGS)
Tester
418-F052, or equivalent
diagnostic tool
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