traction control FORD MUSTANG MACH E 2023 Owner's Manual

Traction AA A B C
WARNING: The tractiongrade assigned to this tire isbased on straight-ahead brakingtraction tests, and does notinclude acceleration, cornering,hydroplaning or peak tractioncharacteristics.
The traction grades, from highestto lowest are AA, A, B, and C. Thegrades represent the tire’s abilityto stop on wet pavement asmeasured under controlledconditions on specifiedgovernment test surfaces ofasphalt and concrete. A tiremarked C may have poor tractionperformance.
Temperature A B C
WARNING: Thetemperature grade for this tire isestablished for a tire that isproperly inflated and notoverloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or excessiveloading, either separately or incombination, can cause heatbuildup and possible tire failure.
The temperature grades are A(the highest), B and C,representing the tire’s resistanceto the generation of heat and itsability to dissipate heat when
tested under controlled conditionson a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained hightemperature can cause thematerial of the tire to degenerateand reduce tire life, and excessivetemperature can lead to suddentire failure. The grade Ccorresponds to a level ofperformance which all passengercar tires must meet under theFederal Motor Vehicle SafetyStandard No. 139. Grades B and Arepresent higher levels ofperformance on the laboratorytest wheel than the minimumrequired by law.
INFORMATION ON THE TIRE
SIDEWALL
Both United States and CanadaFederal regulations require tiremanufacturers to placestandardized information on thesidewall of all tires. Thisinformation identifies anddescribes the fundamentalcharacteristics of the tire and alsoprovides a U.S. DOT TireIdentification Number for safetystandard certification and in caseof a recall.
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*Treadwear The treadwear gradeis a comparative rating based onthe wear rate of the tire whentested under controlled conditionson a specified government testcourse. For example, a tire graded150 would wear one and one-halftimes as well on the governmentcourse as a tire graded 100.
*Traction: The traction grades,from highest to lowest are AA, A,B, and C. The grades represent thetire's ability to stop on wetpavement as measured undercontrolled conditions on specifiedgovernment test surfaces ofasphalt and concrete. A tiremarked C may have poor tractionperformance.
*Temperature: The temperaturegrades are A (the highest), B andC, representing the tire'sresistance to the generation ofheat and its ability to dissipateheat when tested under controlledconditions on a specified indoorlaboratory test wheel.
M.Maximum InflationPressure: Indicates the tiremanufacturers' maximumpermissible pressure or thepressure at which the maximumload can be carried by the tire. Thispressure is normally higher thanthe vehicle manufacturer'srecommended cold inflationpressure which can be found onthe Safety ComplianceCertification Label (affixed to
either the door hinge pillar,door-latch post, or the door edge
that meets the door-latch post,next to the driver's seatingposition), or Tire Label which islocated on the B-Pillar or the edgeof the driver’s door. The coldinflation pressure should never beset lower than the recommendedpressure on the vehicle label.
The tire suppliers may haveadditional markings, notes orwarnings such as standard loador radial tubeless.
Additional InformationContained on the Tire Sidewallfor LT Type Tires
Note:Tire Quality Grades do notapply to this type of tire.
LT type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of Ptype tires; these differences aredescribed below.
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pressures found on the SafetyCompliance Certification label, or theTire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge ofthe driver door. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in loss of vehiclecontrol, vehicle rollover, or personal injuryor death.
The tires on your vehicle could haveall-weather treads to provide traction inrain and snow. In some climates you needto use snow tires and chains on yourvehicle in emergency situations or ifrequired by law.
Note:The suspension insulation andbumpers help prevent vehicle damage. Donot remove these components from yourvehicle when using snow tires and chains.
Note:Driving too fast for road conditionscreates the possibility of loss of vehiclecontrol. Driving at very high speeds forextended periods of time may result indamage to vehicle components.
Note:Snow chains could damagealuminum wheels.
Follow these guidelines when using snowtires and chains:
•On non-GT models, use ultra lowprofile cables, 10 mm or less indimension as measured on the sidewallof your tire, only with 225/60R18 or225/55R19 all season tires.
•On GT models, use ultra low profilecables, 10 mm or less in dimension asmeasured on the sidewall of your tire,only with 225/55R19 all season tires.
•Do not use snow chains or cables with245/45R20.
•Not all S-class snow chains or cablesmeet the same restrictions. Chains ofthis size restriction include a tensioningdevice.
•Purchase chains or cables from amanufacturer that clearly labels bodyto tire dimension restrictions.
•Install snow chains or cables in pairson the rear tires only.
•When driving with snow chains do notexceed 30 mph (50 km/h) or themaximum speed recommended by thechain manufacturer, whichever is less.
•Install cables securely, verifying thatthe cables do not touch any wiring orbrake lines.
•Drive cautiously. If you hear the cablesrub or bang against the vehicle, stopand retighten them. If this does notwork, remove the cables to preventvehicle damage.
•Remove the tire chains when they areno longer needed. Do not use snowchains on dry roads.
If you have any questions regarding snowchains or cables, contact your authorizeddealer.
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ROLLOVER WARNING
WARNING: Utility vehicles have asignificantly higher rollover rate thanother types of vehicles.
WARNING: Vehicles with a highercenter of gravity (utility and four-wheeldrive vehicles) handle differently thanvehicles with a lower center of gravity(passenger cars). Avoid sharp turns,excessive speed and abrupt steering inthese vehicles. Failure to drive cautiouslyincreases the risk of losing control of yourvehicle, vehicle rollover, personal injuryand death.
WARNING: In a rollover crash, anunbelted person is significantly morelikely to die than a person wearing aseatbelt.
WARNING: Do not becomeoverconfident in the ability of four-wheeldrive vehicles. Although a four-wheeldrive vehicle may accelerate better thana two-wheel drive vehicle in low tractionsituations, it won't stop any faster thantwo-wheel drive vehicles. Always driveat a safe speed.
Utility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars in thevarious driving conditions that areencountered on streets, highways andoff-road. Utility vehicles and trucks are notdesigned for cornering at speeds as highas passenger cars any more than low-slungsports cars are designed to performsatisfactorily under off-road conditions.
THE BETTER BUSINESS
BUREAU AUTO LINE
PROGRAM
Your satisfaction is important to FordMotor Company and to your dealer. If awarranty concern has not been resolvedusing the three-step procedure outlinedearlier in this chapter in the Getting theServices you need section, you may beeligible to participate in the BBB AUTOLINE program.
The BBB AUTO LINE program consists oftwo parts – mediation and arbitration.During mediation, a representative of theBBB will contact both you and Ford MotorCompany to explore options for settlementof the claim. If an agreement is not reachedduring mediation or you do not want toparticipate in mediation, and if your claimis eligible, you may participate in thearbitration process. An arbitration hearingwill be scheduled so that you can presentyour case in an informal setting before animpartial person. The arbitrator considersthe testimony provided and makes adecision after the hearing.
Disputes submitted to the BBB AUTO LINEprogram are usually decided within 40days after you file your claim with the BBB.You are not bound by the decision, andmay reject the decision and proceed tocourt where all findings of the BBB AutoLine dispute, and decision, are admissiblein the court action. Should you choose toaccept the BBB AUTO LINE decision, Fordis then bound by the decision, and mustcomply with the decision within 30 daysof receipt of your acceptance letter.
BBB AUTO LINE Application: Using theinformation that follows, call or write torequest a program application. You will beasked for your name and address, generalinformation about your new vehicle,information about your warranty concerns,and any steps you have already taken to
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TRADEMARKS: This EULA does not grantyou any rights in connection with anytrademarks or service marks of FORDMOTOR COMPANY, its affiliates, and thirdparty software and service providers.
PRODUCT SUPPORT: Please refer toFORD MOTOR COMPANY instructionsprovided in the documentation for theDEVICES product support, such as thevehicle owner guide.
Should you have any questions concerningthis EULA, or if you desire to contact FORDMOTOR COMPANY for any other reason,please refer to the address provided in thedocumentation for the DEVICES.
No Liability for Certain Damages:EXCEPT AS PROHIBITED BY LAW, FORDMOTOR COMPANY, ANY THIRD PARTYSOFTWARE OR SERVICES SUPPLIERS,AND THEIR AFFILIATES SHALL HAVE NOLIABILITY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL,CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTALDAMAGES ARISING FROM OR INCONNECTION WITH THE USE ORPERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE. THISLIMITATION SHALL APPLY EVEN IF ANYREMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIALPURPOSE. THERE ARE NO WARRANTIESOTHER THAN THOSE THAT MAY BEEXPRESSLY PROVIDED FOR YOUR NEWVEHICLE.
SYNC® Automotive Important SafetyInformation Read and followinstructions:
•Before using your SYNC® system, readand follow all instructions and safetyinformation provided in this end usermanual ("Owner Guide".) Notfollowing precautions found in theOwner Guide can lead to an accidentor other serious injuries.
General Operation
•Voice Command Control: Certainfunctions within the SYNC® systemmay be accomplished using voicecommands. Using voice commandswhile driving helps you to operate thesystem without removing your handsfrom the wheel or eyes from the road.
•Prolonged Views of Screen: Do notaccess any function requiring aprolonged view of the screen while youare driving. Pull over in a safe and legalmanner before attempting to access afunction of the system requiringprolonged attention.
•Volume Setting: Do not raise thevolume excessively. Keep the volumeat a level where you can still hearoutside traffic and emergency signalswhile driving. Driving while unable tohear these sounds could cause anaccident.
•Navigation Features: Any navigationfeatures included in the system areintended to provide turn by turninstructions to get you to a desireddestination. Please make certain allpersons using this system carefullyread and follow instructions and safetyinformation fully.
•Distraction Hazard: Any navigationfeatures may require manual(non-verbal) setup. Attempting toperform such set-up or insert datawhile driving can distract your attentionand could cause an accident or otherserious injury. Stop the vehicle in a safeand legal manner before attemptingthese operations.
•Let Your Judgment Prevail: Anynavigation features are provided onlyas an aid. Make your driving decisionsbased on your observations of localconditions and existing trafficregulations. Any such feature is not a
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Glove Compartment...................................163Opening the Glove Compartment...............163
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Headlamp AdjustingSee: Adjusting the Headlamps.....................329Headlamps........................................................111Headlamp Indicators...........................................111Switching Headlamp Exit Delay On andOff..........................................................................111Using the High Beam Headlamps..................111Headlamps – Troubleshooting.................112Headlamps – Frequently AskedQuestions...........................................................112Heated Seats.................................................149Heated Seat Precautions................................149Switching the Heated Seats On andOff.......................................................................149HeatingSee: Climate Control.........................................136High Voltage Battery Gauge......................127High Voltage Battery...................................166High Voltage Battery –Troubleshooting.............................................167High Voltage Battery Precautions..........166High Voltage Battery –Troubleshooting.........................................167High Voltage Battery – WarningLamps.................................................................167Hill Start Assist..............................................210Hill Start Assist Precautions....................210Hood LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood..........325Horn...................................................................105How Does 911 Assist Work.........................66How Does Active Park Assist Work.......232How Does Adaptive Cruise Control WithStop and Go Work....................................236How Does All-Wheel Drive Work...........196How Does Auto Hold Work........................211How Does Blind Spot InformationSystem Work................................................271How Does BlueCruise Work......................251How Does Cross Traffic AlertWork...............................................................274How Does Cross Traffic BrakingWork...............................................................207
How Does Driver Alert Work....................285How Does Easy Entry and Exit Work.......91How Does Hill Start Assist Work............210How Does Pre-Collision AssistWork...............................................................277How Does Reverse Brake AssistWork..............................................................203How Does Speed Sign RecognitionWork...............................................................287How Does Stability Control Work...........215How Does the 360 Degree CameraWork...............................................................229How Does the Lane Keeping SystemWork..............................................................263How Does the Personal Safety SystemWork.................................................................55How Does the Rear Occupant AlertSystem Work...............................................152How Does the Safety Canopy™Work..................................................................57How Does Traction Control Work...........213How Does Walk Away Lock Work...........90How Do Personal Profiles Work.............399How Do the Front Airbags Work...............56How Do the Knee Airbags Work................57How Do the Side Airbags Work................56
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Identifying Fuse Types...............................324Identifying the Climate ControlUnit.................................................................136Inflating the Tires..........................................351Information on the Tire Sidewall..........340In-Lane Repositioning................................257How Does In-Lane RepositioningWork...................................................................257In-Lane Repositioning Indicators................258Switching In-Lane Repositioning On andOff.......................................................................257Inspecting the Tire for Damage..............352Inspecting the Tire for Wear....................352Inspecting the Wheel ValveStems............................................................353Installing and Removing the LuggageCompartment Cover................................297
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Switching Rear Occupant Alert SystemOn and Off....................................................152Switching Recirculated Air On andOff...................................................................136Switching Repeat Mode On andOff...................................................................377Switching Reverse Brake Assist On andOff..................................................................204Switching Shuffle Mode On andOff...................................................................377Switching Stability Control On andOff...................................................................216Switching the Audio Unit On andOff...................................................................377Switching the Electric Heater On andOff....................................................................137Switching the Front Interior Lamps Onand Off............................................................117Switching the Hazard Flashers On andOff...................................................................307Switching the Heated Mirrors On andOff...................................................................138Switching the Heated Rear Window Onand Off...........................................................137Switching the Heated Steering WheelOn and Off...................................................105Switching the Heated Wiper Park On andOff....................................................................137Switching the Lane Keeping SystemMode.............................................................264Switching the Lane Keeping System Onand Off.........................................................264Switching the Rear Interior Lamps Onand Off............................................................117Switching the Rear Window Wiper Onand Off...........................................................107Switching Traction Control On andOff....................................................................213Switching Walk Away Lock AudibleFeedback On and Off...............................90Switching Walk Away Lock On andOff....................................................................90Symbols Glossary...........................................19Symbols Used on Your Vehicle..................19System UpdateSee: Software Update Settings...................404See: Vehicle Software Updates...................404
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Technical SpecificationsSee: Capacities and Specifications............366Temporary Neutral Mode..........................193Entering Temporary Neutral Mode..............193Exiting Temporary Neutral Mode.................194How Does Temporary Neutral ModeWork...................................................................193Temporary Neutral Mode Limitations........193What Is Temporary Neutral Mode................193The Better Business Bureau Auto LineProgram........................................................414The Mediation and ArbitrationProgram........................................................415Third Party Software CopyrightAcknowledgment......................................417Tire Care...........................................................351Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemLimitations..................................................362Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemOverview.......................................................361Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemPrecautions.................................................362Tire Pressure Monitoring System............361Tire Pressure Monitoring System –Troubleshooting............................................363Tire Pressure Monitoring System –Troubleshooting........................................363Tire Pressure Monitoring System –Information Messages................................364Tire Pressure Monitoring System – WarningLamps...............................................................363Tire Replacement Requirements..........346Tire Rotation..................................................353Tire Sealant and Inflator KitComponents...............................................355Tire Sealant and Inflator KitPrecautions.................................................355Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit....................355Towing a Trailer Precautions..................300Towing a Trailer............................................300Towing Your Vehicle Precautions............312Towing Your Vehicle.....................................312Towing Your Vehicle –Troubleshooting.............................................313
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Towing Your Vehicle –Troubleshooting.........................................313Towing Your Vehicle – InformationMessages..........................................................313Traction Control Indicator..........................213Traction Control.............................................213Traction Control – Troubleshooting............214Traction Control –Troubleshooting.........................................214Traction Control – InformationMessages..........................................................214Traction Control – Warning Lamps..............214Transporting the Vehicle.............................311Trip Computer................................................133Trip Data...........................................................133
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Under Hood Fuse Box.................................314Accessing the Under Hood Fuse Box..........314Identifying the Fuses in the Under HoodFuse Box............................................................315Locating the Under Hood Fuse Box.............314Under Hood Overview................................325USB Ports........................................................159Using Alexa Built-In.....................................391Using Auto Hold.............................................211Using FordPass and Charging.................189Using Keyless Entry.......................................85Using MyKey With Remote StartSystems..........................................................78Using Snow Chains.....................................349Using Summer Tires...................................348Using the Backup Start Passcode...........73Using the Frunk EmergencyRelease..........................................................297Using the Keyless Entry Keypad...............88Using the Remote Control..........................68Using the Tire Sealant and InflatorKit...................................................................356Using the Valet Mode....................................73Using This Publication..................................18Using Winter Tires.......................................349
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Vehicle Care....................................................331Cleaning the Exterior.........................................331
Cleaning the Interior.........................................333General Information..........................................331Vehicle Identification Number................370Locating the Vehicle IdentificationNumber.............................................................370Vehicle Identification NumberOverview..........................................................370Vehicle Identification..................................370Vehicle Identification Number......................370Vehicle Interior - Excluding: GT..................31Vehicle Interior - GT.......................................32Vehicle Range Display.................................127Vehicle Software Updates......................404Vehicle System Reset................................406Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot –Troubleshooting........................................376Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................376Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot................................375Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot –Troubleshooting............................................376VentilationSee: Climate Control.........................................136Viewing the Tire Pressures.......................363Visual Search....................................................27Voice Interaction..........................................389Ford Assistant....................................................389
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Walk Away Lock Limitations.....................90Walk Away Lock.............................................90Warranty Information................................468Washer Fluid Specification......................368Washers...........................................................109Adding Washer Fluid..........................................110Switching the Courtesy Wipe On andOff.......................................................................109Using the Rear Window Washer...................109Using the Windshield Washer.......................109Washer Fluid Specification..............................110Washer Precautions..........................................109WashersSee: Wipers and Washers...............................106Waxing Your Vehicle...................................335Waypoints......................................................402Adding a Waypoint...........................................402Editing Waypoints.............................................402
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What Are the Instrument ClusterIndicators......................................................129What Are the Instrument ClusterWarning Lamps..........................................128What Is 911 Assist..........................................66What is AC Charging...................................168What Is a Connected Vehicle...................372What Is Active Park Assist........................232What is Alexa Built-In.................................391What Is Blind Spot InformationSystem...........................................................271What Is BlueCruise.......................................251What Is Cross Traffic Alert........................274What Is Cross Traffic Braking..................207What is DC Charging...................................168What Is Drive Mode Control....................260What Is Driver Alert.....................................285What Is Ford Protect.................................408What Is Hill Start Assist.............................210What Is Keyless Entry...................................85What Is MyKey.................................................76What is One Pedal Drive...........................262What Is Phone as a Key................................72What Is Pre-Collision Assist.....................277What Is Remote Start.................................134What Is Reverse Brake Assist..................203What Is Speed Sign Recognition...........287What Is the 360 Degree Camera...........229What Is the Cabin Air Filter.......................142What Is the Electric Parking Brake.......200What Is the Gross Axle WeightRating.............................................................291What Is the Gross Combined WeightRating............................................................292What Is the Gross Vehicle WeightRating.............................................................291What Is the High Voltage Battery...........166What Is the Keyless Entry Keypad...........87What Is the Lane Keeping System........263What Is the Maximum Loaded TrailerWeight............................................................291What Is the Memory Function.................154What Is the Pedestrian AlertSystem............................................................65What Is the Personal SafetySystem............................................................55What Is the Power Outlet...........................161
What is the Rear Occupant AlertSystem...........................................................152What Is the Rear View Camera..............226What Is the Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem...........................................................361What Is the Tire Sealant and InflatorKit....................................................................355What Is the Wireless AccessoryCharger..........................................................162What Is Traction Control............................213What is Walk Away Lock.............................90Wheel and Tire Information....................339Wheel Nuts....................................................365Wi FiSee: Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi HotspotName or Password.......................................376See: Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-FiNetwork.............................................................372See: Creating a Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot.......375See: Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot............................375Window Bounce-Back...............................120Overriding Window Bounce-Back................120What Is Window Bounce-Back.....................120Windows...........................................................119Global Opening and Closing...........................119Window Bounce-Back......................................120Wipers and Washers –Troubleshooting..........................................110Wipers and Washers – Frequently AskedQuestions..........................................................110Wipers and Washers – WarningLamps.................................................................110Wipers and Washers...................................106Autowipers...........................................................106Reverse Wipe........................................................107Washers.................................................................109Wipers....................................................................106Wipers and Washers –Troubleshooting..............................................110Wipers..............................................................106Switching Windshield Wipers On andOff.......................................................................106Wiper Precautions.............................................106Wireless Accessory ChargerPrecautions..................................................162Wireless Accessory Charger.....................162
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