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Driving – FORD 2004 Mustang v.2 User Manual

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When starting a fuel-injected engine, don’t press the
accelerator before or during starting. Only use the
accelerator when you have difficulty starting the
engine. For more information on starting the vehicle,
refer to Starting the engine in this chapter.

Extended idling at high engine speeds can
produce very high temperatures in the

engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of
fire or other damage.

Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in
dry grass or other dry ground cover. The

emission system heats up the engine compartment
and exhaust system, which can start a fire.

Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage
or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes

can be toxic. Always open the garage door before
you start the engine. See Guarding against
exhaust fumes
in this chapter for more
instructions.

If you smell exhaust fumes inside your
vehicle, have your dealer inspect your

vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell
exhaust fumes.

Important safety precautions

When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to
warm the engine. If the engine idle speed does not
slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked.

Before starting the vehicle:

1. Make sure all occupants buckle their safety belts.
For more information on safety belts and their
proper usage, refer to the Seating and Safety
Restraints
chapter.

2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical
accessories are off.

2004 Mustang (mus)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English
(fus)

Driving

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