2021 Ford Mustang Owner's Manual
Year:
2021
Make:
Ford
Model:
Mustang
Rating:
Table of Contents
Table of contents
4
Copyright ©
2
Introduction
12
About This Manual
12
About This Supplement - Mach 1
12
Symbols Glossary
16
Data Recording
18
Perchlorate
22
Ford Credit
22
Replacement Parts Recommendation
22
Special Notices
23
Mobile Communications Equipment
23
Export Unique Options
24
Environment
25
Protecting the Environment
25
At a Glance
26
Instrument Panel
26
Child Safety
28
General Information
28
Installing Child Restraints - Mach 1
30
Installing Child Restraints - Vehicles Without: SVT Performance Package
31
Installing Child Restraints - Vehicles With: SVT Performance Package
37
Booster Seats
38
Child Restraint Positioning
40
Seatbelts
43
Principle of Operation
43
Fastening the Seatbelts
44
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime
46
Seatbelt Reminder
47
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance
49
Seatbelt Extensions
49
Personal Safety System™
50
Personal Safety System™
50
Supplementary Restraints System
51
Principle of Operation
51
Driver and Passenger Airbags
52
Front Passenger Sensing System
53
Side Airbags
56
Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags
57
Safety Canopy™ - Coupe
57
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
59
Airbag Disposal
60
Keys and Remote Controls
61
General Information on Radio Frequencies
61
Remote Control
61
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
65
MyKey™
66
What Is MyKey
66
MyKey Settings
66
Creating a MyKey
67
Programming a MyKey
67
Clearing All MyKeys
67
Checking MyKey System Status
67
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems
68
MyKey – Troubleshooting
68
Doors and Locks
70
Locking and Unlocking
70
Interior Luggage Compartment Release
75
Security
76
Passive Anti-Theft System
76
Anti-Theft Alarm
77
Steering Wheel
78
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
78
Audio Control
78
Voice Control
78
Cruise Control - Vehicles With: Cruise Control
79
Cruise Control - Vehicles With: Adaptive Cruise Control
79
Information Display Control - Vehicles With: SYNC
79
Information Display Control - Vehicles With: SYNC 3
79
Horn
80
Switching the Heated Steering Wheel On and Off
80
Wipers and Washers
81
Windshield Wipers
81
Autowipers
81
Windshield Washers
82
Lighting
83
General Information
83
Lighting Control
83
Autolamps
84
Instrument Lighting Dimmer
84
Headlamp Exit Delay
84
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Configurable Daytime Running Lamps
85
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
85
Front Fog Lamps
85
Direction Indicators
86
Welcome Lighting
86
Interior Lamps
86
Ambient Lighting
86
Automatic High Beam Control
87
What Is Automatic High Beam Control
87
Switching Automatic High Beam Control On and Off
87
Automatic High Beam Control Indicators
87
Overriding Automatic High Beam Control
87
Windows and Mirrors
89
Power Windows
89
Global Opening
89
Exterior Mirrors
90
Interior Mirror
91
Sun Visors
91
Instrument Cluster
93
Gauges - Mach 1
93
Gauges - Vehicles With: 12.3 Inch Instrument Cluster Display Screen
93
Gauges - Vehicles With: 4.2 Inch Instrument Cluster Display Screen
95
Warning Lamps and Indicators
97
Audible Warnings and Indicators
100
Information Displays
102
General Information
102
General Information
106
General Information
112
Information Messages
116
Remote Start
127
What Is Remote Start
127
Remote Start Limitations
127
Enabling Remote Start
127
Remotely Starting the Engine
127
Extending the Remote Start Duration
127
Remotely Stopping the Engine
128
Remote Start Remote Control Indicators
128
Remote Start Settings
128
Climate Control
130
Manual Climate Control
130
Automatic Climate Control
131
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate - Vehicles With: Manual Temperature Control
133
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate - Vehicles With: Automatic Temperature Control
134
Heated Rear Window
135
Heated Exterior Mirrors
135
Interior Air Quality
136
What Is the Cabin Air Filter
136
Locating the Cabin Air Filter
136
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter
136
Seats
137
Sitting in the Correct Position
137
Head Restraints
137
Manual Seats
139
Power Seats
140
Memory Function
140
Rear Seats
142
Climate Controlled Seats
142
Garage Door Opener
144
What Is the Garage Door Opener
144
How Does the Garage Door Opener Work
144
Garage Door Opener Precautions
144
Garage Door Opener Limitations
144
Programming the Garage Door Opener to Your Hand-Held Transmitter
145
Programming the Garage Door Opener to Your Garage Door Opener Motor
145
Programming the Garage Door Opener to Your Gate Opener Motor
146
Clearing the Garage Door Opener
146
Reprogramming the Garage Door Opener
147
Garage Door Opener Radio Frequencies
147
Auxiliary Power Points
148
Auxiliary Power Points
148
Storage Compartments
149
Center Console
149
Glasses Holder
149
Starting and Stopping the Engine
150
General Information
150
Keyless Starting
150
Steering Wheel Lock
151
Starting a Gasoline Engine
151
Engine Block Heater
153
Fuel and Refueling
155
Safety Precautions
155
Fuel Quality - Mach 1
155
Fuel Quality
156
Fuel Filler Funnel Location
157
Running Out of Fuel
157
Refueling
159
Fuel Consumption
161
Engine Emission Control
163
Emission Law
163
Catalytic Converter
164
Transmission
167
Manual Transmission
167
Automatic Transmission
168
Technical Specifications
171
Rear Axle
173
Limited Slip Differential
173
Brakes
174
General Information
174
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
174
Parking Brake
175
Hill Start Assist
176
Traction Control
177
Principle of Operation
177
Using Traction Control
177
Stability Control
178
Principle of Operation
178
Using Stability Control
179
Parking Aids
181
Principle of Operation
181
Rear Parking Aid
182
Rear View Camera
183
Cruise Control
187
What Is Cruise Control
187
Switching Cruise Control On and Off
187
Setting the Cruise Control Speed
187
Canceling the Set Speed
188
Resuming the Set Speed
188
Cruise Control Indicators
188
Using Adaptive Cruise Control
188
Driving Aids
194
Driver Alert
194
Lane Keeping System
195
Blind Spot Information System
199
Cross Traffic Alert
201
Steering
204
Pre-Collision Assist
205
Drive Control - Mach 1
209
Drive Control
212
Load Carrying
216
Load Limit
216
Towing
221
Towing a Trailer - Mach 1
221
Towing a Trailer
221
Recommended Towing Weights
222
Essential Towing Checks
223
Transporting the Vehicle
225
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
228
Convertible Top
229
Opening the Convertible Top
229
Closing the Convertible Top
230
Driving Hints
232
Reduced Engine Performance
232
Economical Driving
232
Cold Weather Precautions
233
Breaking-In
233
Driving Through Water
233
Floor Mats
234
Roadside Emergencies
235
Roadside Assistance
235
Hazard Flashers
236
Fuel Shutoff
236
Jump Starting the Vehicle
237
Post-Crash Alert System
239
Transporting the Vehicle
240
Customer Assistance
241
Getting the Services You Need
241
In California (U.S. Only)
242
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
243
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
244
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
244
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
246
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
246
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
246
Fuses
248
Fuse Specification Chart
248
Changing a Fuse
257
Maintenance
259
General Information
259
Opening and Closing the Hood
259
Under Hood Overview - 2.3L EcoBoost™
261
Under Hood Overview - 5.0L
262
Under Hood Overview - 5.0L, Mach 1
263
Engine Oil Dipstick
264
Engine Oil Check
264
Oil Change Indicator Reset
264
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 5.0L, Mach 1
265
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.3L EcoBoost™/5.0L
266
Engine Coolant Check
267
Manual Transmission Fluid Check - 6-Speed Manual Transmission – 3160
271
Manual Transmission Fluid Check - 6-Speed Manual Transmission – MT82
271
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
272
Brake Fluid Check
272
Clutch Fluid Check - Manual Transmission
273
Power Steering Fluid Check
273
Changing the 12V Battery
273
Adjusting the Headlamps
275
Washer Fluid Check
277
Fuel Filter
277
Checking the Wiper Blades
277
Changing the Wiper Blades
277
Changing a Bulb
278
Track Use
279
Track Use - Mach 1
279
Track Use
286
Vehicle Care
292
General Information
292
General Information
292
Cleaning Products
293
Cleaning the Exterior - Mach 1
294
Cleaning the Exterior
294
Waxing
296
Cleaning the Engine - Mach 1
296
Cleaning the Engine
296
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
297
Cleaning the Interior
297
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
298
Cleaning Leather Seats
298
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
299
Cleaning the Wheels
299
Vehicle Storage
299
Cleaning the Convertible Top
301
Body Styling Kits
301
Wheels and Tires
302
General Information
302
Tire Care
302
Using Summer Tires
317
Using Winter Tires
320
Using Snow Chains
320
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
321
Changing a Road Wheel
325
Driving at High Speed
330
Technical Specifications
331
Capacities and Specifications
332
Engine Specifications - 2.3L EcoBoost™
332
Engine Specifications - 5.0L, Mach 1
332
Engine Specifications - 5.0L
334
Brake System Specifications - Mach 1
334
Suspension Specifications - Mach 1
336
Motorcraft Parts - 2.3L EcoBoost™
337
Motorcraft Parts - 5.0L
338
Motorcraft Parts - 5.0L, Bullitt/Mach 1
339
Vehicle Identification Number
340
Capacities and Specifications - 2.3L EcoBoost™
340
Capacities and Specifications - 5.0L
348
Bulb Specification Chart
356
Connected Vehicle
357
What Is a Connected Vehicle
357
Connected Vehicle Requirements
357
Connected Vehicle Limitations
357
Connecting the Vehicle to a Mobile Network
357
Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-Fi Network
357
Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting - Vehicles With: Modem
358
Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting - Vehicles With: SYNC 3
359
Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot
361
Creating a Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot
361
Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot Name or Password
361
Audio System
362
General Information
362
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: 4.2 Inch Information and Entertainment Display Screen
362
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: 8 Inch Information and Entertainment Display Screen
364
Digital Radio
366
Satellite Radio
368
USB Port
371
SYNC™
372
General Information
372
Using Voice Recognition
373
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone
375
SYNC™ Applications and Services
376
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player
379
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
380
SYNC™ 3
389
General Information
389
Using Voice Recognition
391
Entertainment
398
Climate
408
Phone
410
Navigation
412
Apps
417
Settings
420
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting
422
Accessories
435
Accessories
435
Ford Protect
436
Ford Protect
436
Scheduled Maintenance
438
General Maintenance Information
438
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
441
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance
444
Customer Information
448
Radio Frequency Certification Labels
448
Appendices
478
Electromagnetic Compatibility
478
End User License Agreement
481
Declaration of Conformity - Vehicles With: SYNC 3
506
Index
508
2021 Ford Mustang Overview
Introduction
The 2021 Ford Mustang embodies the spirit of American muscle with a modern twist. A symbol of performance and style, it continues to captivate car enthusiasts with its distinctive design and exhilarating driving experience. With aggressive lines, a powerful stance, and a lineage steeped in automotive history, the Mustang stands as an iconic representation of freedom and adventure on the road.
Powertrains
The 2021 Mustang offers an impressive lineup of powertrains catering to a wide range of performance preferences. Starting with the 2.3-liter EcoBoost® turbocharged I-4 engine, delivering a robust 310 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque, it strikes a balance between efficiency and thrill. For those craving more power, the 5.0-liter V8 engine roars to life with up to 450 horsepower in the GT trim, delivering an unmistakable growl and exhilarating speed. The Mustang also features an available 5.2-liter supercharged V8 engine in the Shelby GT500, boasting a staggering 760 horsepower, making it the apex of performance in the model lineup.
Trims
The 2021 Mustang offers several trims, including the base EcoBoost, EcoBoost Premium, GT, GT Premium, Mach 1, and the performance-focused Shelby GT500. Each trim enhances the driving experience with unique features and technologies, allowing owners to select a configuration that aligns with their individual style and driving preference. The Mustang's options range from refined elegance in the Premium trims to raw power in the Mach 1 and Shelby variants.
Features
The interior of the Mustang is designed for both comfort and advanced technology. Features like the SYNC® 3 infotainment system, premium audio options, and available Recaro racing seats elevate the driving experience. Safety is also prioritized, with Ford Co-Pilot360™ technology available, offering a suite of driver-assist features to enhance confidence on the road.
Owner's Manual
The 2021 Ford Mustang owner's manual is an essential resource for new owners. It provides comprehensive information on vehicle operation, maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting tips. Familiarizing yourself with the owner's manual ensures you maximize the performance and longevity of your Mustang, allowing for a truly enjoyable driving experience.
User manual download
The Ford Mustang owner manual for the 2021 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2021 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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