Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1996MUSTANG COBRA, 2D CONVERTIBLE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)RESTRAINTSAIR BAG, SRSSUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEMDIAGNOSIS & TESTINGRETRIEVING FAULT CODES
1996 Ford Mustang Cobra, 2D Convertible, Standard
Retrieving Fault Codes
1996 Ford Mustang Cobra, 2D Convertible, StandardSECTION Retrieving Fault Codes
- To retrieve and/or clear DTCs, follow these step: Connect NGS to Data Link Connector (DLC). Turn ignition switch to RUN position. Select MODEL YEAR and VEHICLE. Select DIAGNOSTIC DATA LINK. Select IABM-INTEGRATED AIR BAG MONITOR. Select DIAGNOSTIC TEST MODES. Select RETRIEVE/CLEAR CONTINUOUS DTCs.
- After pressing START, all continuous DTCs will be displayed open screen. Before proceeding with clearing operation, make note of DTCs displayed. See FAULT CODE IDENTIFICATION table. See DIAGNOSTIC TESTS. Once cleared, DTCs cannot be retrieved.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.