How to Jump Start a Ford Mustang

1. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle, making sure the two vehicles do not touch.
2. Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle.
3. Lift the black cap and connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal tab on the power distribution center.
4. Connect the other end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle battery.
5. Connect the negative (-) jumper cable to the negative (-) terminal of the booster vehicle battery.
6. Make the final connection of the negative (-) jumper cable to the jump start stud.

• Do not use the hood latch as a negative (-) connection point; it could burn the latch springs.
• If you use a jump pack or booster box, follow the manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle, and do not push-start an automatic transmission vehicle.

Source: 2026 Ford Mustang owner's manual, PDF pages 297, 298. Steps are summarized in our own words (AI-assisted, checked against the cited pages 2026-10-18). Other model years can differ; your manual has the final word.