traction control FORD MUSTANG 2012 5.G User Guide

AdvanceTracSport Mode (if equipped)
The AdvanceTracsystem provides an available sport mode on some
models. This can be selected utilizing the stability off button as shown in
the table above.
Sport mode is not intended for use on public roadways as this mode
provides less AdvanceTracsystem intervention than when the default
ESC and traction control systems are on. Sport mode will allow more
spirited driving while the AdvanceTracsystem is still enabled.
STEERING
Your vehicle is equipped with an electric power-assisted steering (EPAS)
system. There is no fluid reservoir to check or fill.
If your vehicle loses electrical power while you are driving (or if the
ignition is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes
more effort. Under extreme usage conditions, the steering effort may
increase. This occurs to prevent overheating and permanent damage to
your steering system. If this should occur, you will neither lose the ability
to steer the vehicle manually nor will it cause permanent damage.
Typical steering and driving maneuvers will allow the system to cool and
steering assist will return to normal.
If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:
•an improperly inflated tire.
•uneven tire wear.
•loose or worn suspension components.
•loose or worn steering components.
•improper steering alignment.
A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering
seem to wander/pull.
Selectable steering
You can select the desired steering feel through the message center. The
settings are:
•Standard: Default factory setting.
•Sport: Slightly higher effort required for steering with more road force
felt through the steering wheel.
•Comfort: Slightly less effort required for steering with less road force
felt through the steering wheel.
After selecting the desired setting, you may feel a soft feedback bump in
the steering wheel when the changeover occurs.
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Steering wheel
controls ......................................79
tilting .........................................69
Stereo
6-CD in dash .............................28
CD-MP3 .....................................28
SYNC..........................................45
T
Temporary mobility kit .............244
Tilt steering wheel ......................69
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....186
Tires ...........................171–172, 239
alignment ................................179
care ..........................................175
changing ..........................239, 241
checking the pressure ............175
inflating ...................................173
label .........................................185
replacing ..................................177
rotating ....................................179
safety practices .......................178
sidewall information ...............180
snow tires and chains ............191
spare tire .................................239
Temporary mobility kit ..........244
terminology .............................172
tire grades ...............................172
treadwear ........................171, 176
Towing .......................................199
recreational towing .................202
trailer towing ..........................199
wrecker ....................................257
Traction Control Sport Mode ...215
Traction-lok rear axle ...............216Transmission
automatic operation ...............218
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....216
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................303
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................304
fluid, refill capacities ..............309
lubricant specifications ..........309
manual operation ....................220
Trunk .........................................103
remote release ..................92, 106
Turn signal ..................................59
U
Universal garage door opener ....80
USB port ......................................39
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................313
Vehicle loading ..........................192
Ventilating your vehicle ...........207
Visor storage system ..................70
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................279
Water, Driving through .............228
Windows
power .........................................73
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................68
checking and adding fluid .....279
replacing wiper blades ...........280
Wrecker towing .........................257
Index
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