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.
2011 Ford Mustang Base, 2D Convertible, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.00 OZS. | 0.11 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.32 LBS. | 0.59 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 13.00 QTS. | 12.3 L | MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON LV | Transmission fluids are not interchangeable. The use of any type of transmission fluid other than specified can result in transmission failure. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | 1.50 PTS. | 0.7 L | MOTORCRAFT High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | 8.8" Ring Gear Axle | 5.25 PTS. | 2.48 L | SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Gear Oil | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 3.7L Eng | 12.40 QTS. | 11.73 L | MOTORCRAFT Specialty Orange Engine Coolant VC-3-B or equivalent | Use coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. | S | |
| Engine Oil | 3.7L Eng | w/Filter | 6.00 QTS. | 5.67 L | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, or equivalent | Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only to meet the requirements of FORD Specification: WSS-M2C929-A (4.OL) or WSS-M2C930-A (4.6L) and API Certification mark. | S |
| Fuel Tank | 16.00 GALS. | 60.56 L | S | ||||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 4.00 QTS. | 3.78 L | MOTORCRAFT Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Fluid | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | ||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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