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:
Actuator - Door Lock
Removal
1. Remove the door trim panel (23942). For additional information,
refer to Section.
2. Remove the door latch (21812). For additional information, refer to
Latch-Door .
3. Remove the door ajar switch.
Release the locking tab.
4 ...
Throttle Body
Removal and Installation
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 ignite. Failure to follow these instructions may resul ...
Component Tests
Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve
1. Open the hood.
2. NOTE: Key symptom is elevated idle speed while noise is occurring.
NOTE: "Snapping" the throttle can induce the noise.
Verify the condition by operating the vehicle for a short time.
3. Inspect the IAC valv ...
