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Maintenance

Removing and installing the battery. Checking the wiper blades. Replacing the wiper blades - Left-hand drive

In this manual: Maintenance
Introduction — 1Quick Reference — 1Child restraint systems — 1Seat belts — 1Supplemental Restraint System. Function Description. Driver Airbag. Passenger Airbag — 1Supplemental Restraint System. Occupant Classification System. Side Airbags. Driver and Passenger Knee Airbag — 1Restraint System. Side Airbags - Coupe. Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator — 1Pedestrian Protection — 1Keys and remote transmitters — 1MyKey™ — 1Doors and Locks. Locking and Unlocking — 1Doors and Locks. Keyless Entry — 1Safety — 1Steering wheel — 1Wiper/Washer System — 1Lighting — 1Windows and Mirrors — 1Instrument cluster. Displays — 1Instrument cluster. Warning lights and displays. Audible warnings and messages — 1Information Displays — 1Air conditioning — 5Seats — 1Auxiliary Power Outlets — 1Storage Area — 1Starting the Engine. General Information. Keyless Start System. Steering Wheel Lock — 1Starting the Engine. Starting the Gasoline Engine — 1Starting the Engine. Engine Block Heater — 1Fuel and Refueling. Safety Information. Fuel Quality — 1Fuel and Refueling. Running the Fuel System Dry — 1Fuel and Refueling. Catalytic Converter. Refueling. Fuel Consumption — 1Transmission — 1Rear axle — 1Brakes — 1Traction Control — 1Stability Control — 1Parking Aid. Function Description. Rear Parking Aid — 1Parking Assist. Rear View Camera — 1Cruise control — 1Driver Assistance — 1Carrying Cargo — 1Towing — 1Convertible Top — 1Driving Notes — 1Emergency equipment. Hazard warning lights. Fuel shut-off — 1Emergency equipment. Jump-starting the vehicle — 1Emergency Equipment. Accident Notification System. Transporting the Vehicle. Towing Points — 1Fuses — 1Maintenance — 12Vehicle Care. Exterior Cleaning — 1Vehicle Care. Interior Cleaning — 1Vehicle care. Cleaning leather seats. Repairing minor paint damage. Cleaning alloy wheels. Cleaning the convertible top. — 1Wheels and tires — 10Technical data — 1Audio System. General Information. Audio Unit - Vehicles Equipped with Premium AM/FM/CD. Digital Broadcasting — 1Audio System. USB Port — 1SYNC™ 3 — 14Appendices. Electromagnetic Compatibility — 1Appendix. License Agreement — 1Appendix. Type Approvals — 1
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This section describes how to safely remove and install the battery on the Ford Mustang (VI Gen). It explains in detail how to avoid power interruptions and the correct sequence for disconnecting the battery. The section also includes practical maintenance tips and information on safe battery disposal in accordance with environmental standards.

Removing and installing the battery

To disconnect or remove the battery, proceed as follows:

  1. Apply the parking brake and switch off the ignition.
  2. Switch off all electrical equipment, such as lights and radio.
  3. Wait at least 2 minutes before disconnecting the battery. *
  4. Disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal first.
  5. Disconnect the battery cable from the positive terminal last.
  6. Remove the battery retaining clamp.
  7. Remove the battery.
  8. Install in the reverse order.

*The engine control system has a power hold function and remains powered for a period after the ignition is switched off. This allows diagnostics to be performed and adaptive tables to be stored. If you disconnect the battery without waiting, damage may occur that is not covered by the warranty.

**Make sure the ignition remains off when you reconnect the battery.

Note: If you disconnect only the negative battery cable, make sure it is insulated or kept away from the battery terminal to prevent accidental contact or arcing.

Note: Make sure the battery cable terminals are securely fastened.

Note: When you disconnect or replace the battery, you must reset the clock and the preset radio stations after the battery is reconnected.

Battery Disposal

Always dispose of used batteries in accordance with environmental protection regulations. Check with local authorities about recycling old batteries.

Checking the Wiper Blades

Run your fingertips along the edge of the wiper blade to check for roughness.

Clean the wiper blades with a soft sponge or cloth using washer fluid or water.

Replacing the Wiper Blades - Left-hand Drive

1. Pull the wiper blade and wiper arm away from the windshield and squeeze the locking tabs together.

2. Pivot the wiper blade and remove it.

3. Attach the new wiper blade to the arm and let it snap into place.

Replace the wiper blades at least once a year to ensure optimum performance.

Poor wiper performance can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the windshield.

The instructions for removing and installing the battery, and for checking and replacing the wiper blades on the Ford Mustang (VI Gen, 2014–2023), place particular emphasis on safety and careful work. The 2014–2023 Ford Mustang combines sporty engineering with practical everyday usability to make maintenance simple and safe.

Particularly important is waiting before disconnecting the battery to avoid damage to electronic systems, as well as disposing of the battery correctly in accordance with environmental regulations. Regularly checking and replacing the wiper blades also helps maintain clear visibility and therefore road safety.

These instructions show how the Ford Mustang (VI Gen, 2014–2023) combines responsibility, comfort and precise engineering.

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