2001 Ford Mustang

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 What´s New 

Available 17-inch Premium Aluminum Heavier Spoke Wheels with Bright Flange Available MACH® 460 Sound System with AM/FM Stereo/6-Disc in-dash CD player Redesigned Front Floor Console Unique GT Hood and Side Scoops

 

 

 

2001 Ford Mustang

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 Key Features 

Performance/Handling
  • 3.8L OHV V-6 Engine
  • 4.6L SOHC V-8 Engine (GT)
  • Rear-wheel Drive
  • Available 17-inch Premium Aluminum Heavier Spoke Wheels with Bright Flange
Comfort/Convenience
  • Available MACH® 460 Sound System with AM/FM Stereo/6-Disc in-dash CD player
  • Available 6-way Power Driver's Seat
  • Electronic Speed Control
  • Redesigned Front Floor Console
Safety/Security
  • Available All-Speed Traction Control
  • Available Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
  • Remote Keyless Entry System
  • Emergency Decklid Release Handle
Design/Styling
  • Unique GT Hood and Side Scoops
  • Power Retractable Convertible Top with Semi-hard Boot
  • Available Rear Decklid Spoiler
  • Classic Mustang Design Elements
Quality/Reliability/Durability
  • 100,000-mile Scheduled Tune-up Interval
  • Electronic Returnless Fuel System
  • Stainless Steel Exhaust System

 

 

 

 

 

2001 Ford Mustang

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 Model Lineup 

 Coupe 

Exterior

  • Body-color front and rear fascias
  • Composite hood with scoop
  • Complex-reflector halogen headlamps
  • Power exterior mirrors
  • Color-keyed rocker panel moldings
  • 15- or 16-inch wheels* (16-inch available in 2001 1/2)
  • Rear decklid spoiler
    *Depending on vehicle package
Interior
  • Reclining cloth bucket seats
  • Remote decklid release
  • Tilt steering column
  • Three-point shoulder safety belts
  • Full-length center floor console
  • 120-mph speedometer
  • 50/50 split-fold-down rear seatbacks
  • Dual visor vanity mirrors
  • Emergency decklid release handle
Functonal
  • 3.8L OHV V-6 engine
  • Air conditioning
  • Four-wheel disc brakes
  • Single stainless steel exhaust system
  • Power door locks
  • Power windows
  • Rear window defroster
  • Remote Keyless/Illuminated Entry System
  • SecuriLockTM passive anti-theft system coded ignition key
  • Variable-interval windshield wipers
  • AM/FM stereo/cassette/single-disc CD player with premium sound
  • Rear four-bar-link rear syuspension

 

 Convertible 

Exterior

  • Power convertible top with semi-hard boot
  • 16-inch aluminum wheels
Interior
  • Fixed rear seatbacks
  • Dome lamp integrated into rearview mirror
Functional
  • Power windows (includes rear quarter windows)

 

 GT 

Exterior

  • Fog lamps
  • Composite hood with unique scoop
  • Rear fascia with dual exhaust cutouts
  • Unique side scoops
  • 17-inch wheels
  • Rear decklid spoiler
Interior
  • GT sport seats with tu-tone cloth trim
  • 150-mph speedometer
  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Functional
  • 4.6L SOHC V-8 engine
  • Traction-Lok limited-slip rear axle
  • Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
  • Stainless steel dual exhaust system
  • Quadra-shock rear suspension

 

 GT Convertible 

Exterior

  • Power convertible top with semi-hard boot
  • Rear decklid spoiler

 

 

 

 

 

 

2001 Ford Mustang

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 Engines 

3.8L OHV 12V V-6 (Mustang and Windstar)

The 3.8L OHV 12V V-6 engine combines responsive performance with fuel economy. A 5-speed manual overdrive transmission is standard on Mustang, while a 4-speed automatic overdrive transmission is optional on Mustang and standard on Windstar.Major features and benefits:

  • Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection (SEFI) enhances the fuel delivery system by providing fuel at precisely the right moment for optimum performance
  • Shrouded intake valves swirl the air/fuel mixture for improved combustion
  • Hydraulic roller valve tappets reduce valvetrain frictional losses and noise
  • Piston rings are a low-tension design for reduced engine friction
  • A serpentine accessory drive belt with automatic tensioner minimizes power loss
  • A stainless steel and aluminum-coated stainless steel exhaust system is standard
  • Features a low-restriction conical engine air cleaner to maximize intake airflow
Specifications
Type 6-Cylinder, 90° V, Overhead Valve, 12V
Engine Electronics EEC-V Electronic Engine Controls
Displacement 3.8L (232 CID)
Horsepower (SAE net @ rpm) 193 @ 5500 (Mustang)(1)
200 @ 4900 (Windstar)(1)
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm) 225 @ 2800 (Mustang)(1)
240 @ 3600 (Windstar)(1)
Compression Ratio 9.35:1
Bore and Stroke (in.) 3.80 x 3.40
Main Bearings 4
Valve Tappets Hydraulic Roller
Fuel Delivery Sequential Multi-port Electronic Fuel Injection
Fuel Regular Unleaded
Exhaust Single, Stainless Steel and Aluminum-coated Stainless Steel with Three Catalytic Converters

(1) Horsepower and torque ratings are based on 2000 information and are subject to change, and will be updated accordingly.

 

 

4.6L SOHC 16V V-8 (Crown Victoria and Mustang GT)

The 4.6L SOHC 16V V-8 engine - standard on Crown Victoria and Mustang GT - is a powerful, efficient engine equipped with sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection (SEFI), a feature that provides fuel at each cylinder port at precisely the right time. A fast-burn combustion chamber design in each cylinder produces a high compression ratio to maximize performance. This engine is coupled to the 5-speed manual overdrive transmission standard on Mustang or the 4-speed automatic overdrive transmission standard on Crown Victoria and optional on Mustang GT. Major features and benefits:

  • Hydraulic valve tappets and roller followers reduce valvetrain friction and noise
  • Serpentine accessory drive belt system improves belt life and reduces noise and power loss
  • Coil-on-plug ignition eliminates spark plug wires for improved ignition control, reduced weight and better cold starts
  • Platinum-tipped spark plugs for added reliability
  • Camshafts driven by steel timing chains for long-term durability
  • Revisions made to the 4.6L V-8 in Crown Victoria include:
    • Increased compression ratio (9.4:1)
    • Revised intake manifold
    • New camshafts
    • Revised cylinder head
Specifications
Type 8-Cylinder, 90° V, Single Overhead Camshaft, 16V
Engine Electronics EEC-V Electronic Engine Controls
Displacement 4.6L (281 CID)
Horsepower (SAE net @ rpm)(1) 220 @ 4750 (Crown Victoria)(2)
235 @ 4750 (Crown Victoria w/Dual Exhaust)(2)
260 @ 4750 (Mustang GT)(2)
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm) 265 @ 4000 (Crown Victoria)(2)
275 @ 4000 (Crown Victoria w/Dual Exhaust)(2)
302 @ 4000 (Mustang GT)(2)
Compression Ratio 9:1 (Mustang)
9.4:1 (Crown Victoria)
Bore and Stroke (in.) 3.6 x 3.6
Main Bearings 5
Valve Tappets Hydraulic with Roller Followers
Fuel Delivery Sequential Multi-port Electronic Fuel Injection
Fuel Regular Unleaded
Exhaust Single or Dual, with Catalytic Converter(s)

(1) Dual exhaust standard on Mustang GT (optional on Crown Victoria).
(2) Horsepower and torque ratings are based on 2000 information and are subject to change, and will be updated accordingly

 

 

 

 

 

 

2001 Ford Mustang

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 Transmissions/Transaxles 
5-speed Manual Overdrive Transmission (T50D)
The 5-speed manual overdrive transmission is standard on all V-6 Mustang models.(1)

Features and benefits:

  • First four gears provide optimum performance
  • Fifth-gear overdrive provides improved fuel economy and reduces engine wear
  • The Mustang manual transmission provides a Reverse-gear brake that gradually stops the rotation of internal transmission components before shifting into Reverse. This helps reduce the chance of "grinding" gears when shifting from forward gears into Reverse

(1) Mustang V-6 Premium Convertible features a standard automatic transmission.

 
5-speed Manual Overdrive Transmission (T45)
Standard on all Mustang GT models.

Features and benefits:

  • Designed to handle the high torque load of the 4.6L SOHC V-8 engine
  • Fifth-gear overdrive provides optimum fuel economy and reduced engine wear by reducing engine rpm at highway speeds
  • Includes a Reverse-gear brake that gradually stops the rotation of internal transmission components before shifting into Reverse. This helps reduce the chance of "grinding" gears when shifting from forward gears into Reverse
 
5-speed Manual Overdrive Transmission (T45)
Standard on all Mustang GT models.

Features and benefits:

  • Designed to handle the high torque load of the 4.6L SOHC V-8 engine
  • Fifth-gear overdrive provides optimum fuel economy and reduced engine wear by reducing engine rpm at highway speeds
  • Includes a Reverse-gear brake that gradually stops the rotation of internal transmission components before shifting into Reverse. This helps reduce the chance of "grinding" gears when shifting from forward gears into Reverse

 

 

 

 

 

 

2001 Ford Mustang

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 Specifications(1) 
Model Coupe Convertible
Wheelbase 101.3 101.3
Overall Length 183.2 183.2
Overall Height 53.1 53.2
Overall Width 73.1 73.1
Tread Width, (Front/Rear) 60.2/60.6(2) 60.2/60.6(2)
Base Model Curb Weight (lbs.) 3114(3) 3254(3)
Front/Rear Seating
Seating Capacity 4 4
Head Room 38.1/35.5 38.1/35.8
Shoulder Room 53.6/52.1 53.6/41.4
Hip Room 52.8/47.4 52.3/41.0
Leg Room (maximum) 42.6(4)/29.9 42.6(4)/29.9
Passenger/Luggage/Fuel Capacity
Luggage Capacity (cu. ft.) 10.9 7.7
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 83.0 —
Total Interior Volume (cu. ft.) 93.9 —
Liftover Height 28.3(5) 28.5
Fuel Tank Capacity (gal.) 15.7 15.7
Engine

Engine Layout

 Front engine, rear-wheel drive
Engine Type (liters, cubic inches) 3.8L OHV V-6/4.6L SOHC V-8
Displacement 3.8L, 232/4.6L 281
Horsepower @ rpm(6) 193 @ 5500/260 @ 5250
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm)(6) 225 @ 2800/302 @ 4000
Compression Ratio 9.36:1/9.4:1
Bore and Stroke 3.8 x 3.4/3.6 x 3.6
Fuel System Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection
Fuel Requirement 87 Octane (minimum)
Fuel Economy (city/hwy mpg)(7) 20/29; 17/25 5-speed manual
20/27; 17/24 4-speed automatic
Exhaust System Single, stainless steel with catalytic converter (V-6)
Dual, stainless steel with catalytic converters (GT)
Transmission
Type 5-speed manual (std.)
  Electronically controlled 4-speed automatic with overdrive(opt.)(8)
Final Drive Ratio 3.27:1
Gear Ratios
Mustang V-6 Manual 1st - 3.37; 2nd - 1.99; 3rd - 1.33; 4th - 1.00; 5th - 0.68; Rev. - 3.15
Mustang GT Manual 1st - 3.37; 2nd - 1.99; 3rd - 1.33; 4th - 1.00; 5th - 0.67; Rev. - 3.22
Mustang V-6/GT Automatic 1st - 2.84; 2nd - 1.55; 3rd - 1.00; 4th - 0.70; Rev. - 2.32
Chassis Construction
Type Unitized body
Front Suspension
Type Independent, modified MacPherson strut with separate spring on lower arm and stabilizer bar
Springs Helical coil, rubber-insulated (all)
Shock Absorbers Integral with strut, gas-pressurized, hydraulic
Stabilizer Bar/ Tube Diameter 1.00 (Mustang); 1.04 (GT)
Rear Suspension
Type Four-bar link with coil springs on lower arm (upper, leading; lower, arm) (all); unique horizontal axle damper and stabilizer bar (GT)
Springs Helical coil, rubber-insulated (all); progressive-rate (GT)
Shock Absorbers Direct, gas-pressurized, hydraulic (Mustang); unique axle damper, gas-pressurized, hydraulic vertical shock absorbers and foam sleeve with horizontal axle dampers (GT)
Stabilizer Bar/ Diameter Solid bar, 0.905 (GT)
Steering
Type Power-assisted, rack-and-pinion
Overall Ratio 15.0:1 on center
Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (ft.) 37.1 (Mustang); 38.1 (GT)
Brakes  
Standard Power four-wheel disc
Optional Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) (standard on GT)
Aerodynamics
Coefficient of Drag(Cd) 0.33 (Base) 0.36 (GT)
Trailer Towing(9)
Towing Class Light-duty Class I
Gross Trailer Weight (lbs.) 1000 max.
Max. Tongue Load (lbs.) 100
Hitch Design Load-carrying type

(1) Based on official MVMA Passenger Vehicle Specifications. All dimensions are in inches unless otherwise specified.
(2) 59.8/59.3 for Mustang GT.
(3) Base model with manual transmission; GT model with manual transmission is 3273 on coupe, 3429 on convertible.
(4) 41.8 for Mustang GT with manual transmission.
(5) 28.6 for Mustang GT Coupe.
(6) Horsepower and torque ratings are based on 2000 information and are subject to change,and will be updated accordingly.
(7) 2000 EPA estimates. 2001 figures not available at time of printing.
(8) Standard on Mustang Premium convertible.
(9) Please refer to the Owner's Guide for additional towing information.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2001 Ford Mustang

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 Design/Styling 

Exterior Styling

Mustang is designed with an overall ground-hugging appearance that emphasizes its agile stance. The hood scoop, side scoop and pony emblem in the chrome "corral" band are classic Mustang design elements. New for 2001, the GT models have a unique hood and side scoops to create further distinction between the V-6 and GT models.

Exterior Colors

For 2001, three new Exterior Colors are available:
  • Mineral Gray Clearcoat Metallic (TK)
  • True Blue earcoat Metallic (L2)
  • Zinc Yellow Clearcoat Metallic (B7)

Vertical Tailamps

The Vertical Taillamps feature a signature tri-bar design that is reminiscent of the original Mustang.

Rear Decklid Spoiler

The available Rear Decklid Spoiler has a new design for 2001. The single-wing spoiler adds to Mustang's sporty appearance.

Interior Styling

The Mustang Interior Styling is color-coordinated for a contemporary look. The upper instrument panel and center stack are a darker shade than the interior. The headliner, rear package tray, A- and C-pillar moldings, coat hooks and visors are also color-keyed to the rest of the interior. The dual-cockpit shape is a return to the classic Mustang interior. The wraparound design is modern and driver-friendly.

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Mustang GT models have a standard Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel, which provides a sporty appearance and driver comfort.

 

 

 

 

2001 Ford Mustang

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 All-speed Traction Control 

The available All-Speed Traction Control uses components of the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) to monitor wheel slippage at any speed. The system improves traction on slippery or loose driving surfaces by using a combination of brake and/or engine control:

 

  • Braking at one or both drive wheels
  • Fuel injection cutoff
  • Ignition spark retard
  • Air/fuel ratio control

When the traction control system is activated at speeds of 35 mph or higher, the braking system is deactivated and only engine control is used to limit wheel spin.

Traction control helps provide a confident driving experience under adverse road conditions - improving vehicle traction and steering control - without sacrificing dry-pavement performance. Your customers will appreciate it under many common driving situations:

 

  • When the lane is slippery on one or both sides
  • As the vehicle pulls out from icy parking lots or highway shoulders
  • During acceleration when cornering

The system is tuned specifically for the Mustang driver, adjusting control when cornering or accelerating to provide traction when the driver needs it.

Traction Control may be switched off when more performance-oriented driving is desired. The system defaults to ON when the engine is started. The Traction Control switch is easily accessible in the shifter bezel in front of the gearshift lever. When Traction Control is working, the driver will see the light in the instrument cluster. 

Engineering Insights

Ford research discovered that 57 percent of all Mustang GT owners and 74 percent of Mustang V-6 owners and potential buyers would purchase a traction control system if it was available on Mustang.

Unique to Mustang, the Power Start feature allows optimum wheel spin from a standing start on dry pavement. The Traction Control system is designed to recognize when the driver is accelerating hard, then it goes into a performance programming mode. As long as the vehicle accelerates forward, the Power Start feature stays engaged.

Traction Control may not significantly improve traction when both drive wheels are on a slippery surface. However, it optimizes the use of available traction to give the driver greater steering control. By controlling excess wheel slip, the system allows the vehicle to make full use of whatever traction is available to the tires.

Traction Control's brake intervention works best on road surfaces that may be wet or slippery at the shoulder and dry in the center. The system brakes the drive wheel that shows the greater tendency to slip, slowing it down to a predetermined slip rate.

 

 

 

 

2001 Ford Mustang

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New Vehicle Limited Warranty and Ford Roadside Assistance

For your customers' peace of mind, Mustang is covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. This provides:
  • 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper coverage; no deductible
  • 5-year/unlimited-mileage Corrosion Perforation coverage

Roadside Assistance

Your customers never have to feel stranded on the road with Ford Roadside Assistance. The coverage lasts during the 3-year/36,000-mile limited warranty period, and is available 24 hours a day, every day of the year. The Roadside Assistance Program offers a multitude of benefits to Ford vehicle owners. These benefits include:

 

  • 1-800-241-FORD (3673) - This toll-free number is staffed by Ford Customer Service representatives, and is operational 24 hours a day, every day of the year to accommodate owner needs
  • Personal Safety - When customers call the toll-free Roadside Assistance number, Ford Customer Service representatives will always ask the customer if he or she feels safe. If the customer does not feel safe, local authorities will be contacted immediately
  • Roadside Services - Ford Customer Service representatives will dispatch a tow truck to an owner's location if the owner should require any of the following services:
    • Changing a flat tire
    • Jump-starting a dead battery
    • Lockout service
    • Fuel delivery
    • Emergency towing for warranty and non-warranty related events to the nearest Ford Motor Company dealership