Maintenance and specifications, Service recommendations, Precautions when servicing your vehicle – FORD 2012 Shelby GT 500 v.1 User Manual

Page 275: Working with the engine off, Working with the engine on

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SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS

To help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance
information
which makes tracking routine service easy.

If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer can
provide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide to
find out which parts and services are covered.

Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications. Motorcraft

௡ parts are designed and built to

provide the best performance in your vehicle.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
• Do not work on a hot engine.
• Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts.
• Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed

space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.

• Keep all open flames and other burning material (such as cigarettes)

away from the battery and all fuel related parts.

Working with the engine off

1. For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, set the parking
brake and shift to P (Park). For vehicles equipped with a manual
transmission, set the parking brake, press and hold the clutch pedal,
place the gearshift in 1 (First), and release the clutch pedal.

2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.

3. Block the wheels.

Working with the engine on

1. For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, set the parking
brake and shift to P (Park). For vehicles equipped with a manual
transmission, set the parking brake, press and hold the clutch pedal,
place the gearshift in N (Neutral), and release the clutch pedal.

2. Block the wheels.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or
personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air

cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.

Maintenance and Specifications

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2012 05+ Mustang (197)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA
(fus)

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