manual transmission FORD GT 2019 User Guide

When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
WARNING: Fail-safe mode is for
use during emergencies only. Operate
your vehicle in fail-safe mode only as
long as necessary to bring your vehicle
to rest in a safe location and seek
immediate repairs. When in fail-safe
mode, your vehicle will have limited
power, will not be able to maintain
high-speed operation, and may
completely shut down without warning,
potentially losing engine power, power
steering assist, and power brake assist,
which may increase the possibility of a
crash resulting in serious injury. WARNING:
Never remove the
coolant reservoir cap when the engine is
running or hot.
Your vehicle has limited engine power
when in the fail-safe mode, drive your
vehicle with caution. Your vehicle does not
maintain high-speed operation and the
engine may operate poorly.
Remember that the engine is capable of
automatically shutting down to prevent
engine damage. In this situation:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and switch the engine off.
2. Contact the Ford GT Concierge to obtain assistance.
See About This
Manual (page 5).
3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level. If the coolant level is at or below the minimum mark,
add prediluted coolant immediately.
5. When the engine temperature cools, you can re-start the engine. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible to
minimize engine damage. Note:
Driving your vehicle without repair
increases the chance of engine damage.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Management WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
crash and injury, be prepared that the
vehicle speed may reduce and the
vehicle may not be able to accelerate
with full power until the coolant
temperature reduces.
At this time, you may notice the coolant
temperature gauge moves toward the red
zone and a message may appear in the
information display.
You may notice a reduction in vehicle
speed caused by reduced engine power in
order to manage the engine coolant
temperature. Your vehicle may enter this
mode if certain high-temperature and
high-load conditions take place. The
amount of speed reduction depends on
vehicle loading, grade and ambient
temperature. If this occurs, there is no need
to pull off the road. You can continue to
drive your vehicle.
The air conditioning may automatically
turn on and off during severe operating
conditions to protect the engine from
overheating. When the coolant
temperature decreases to the normal
operating temperature, the air conditioning
turns on.
If the coolant temperature gauge moves
fully into the red zone, or if the coolant
temperature warning or service engine
soon messages appear in your information
display, do the following:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and shift the transmission into
park
(P).
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Operating at High Speeds and on
Track Days
Your vehicle is capable of sustained high
speeds and track day driving. Follow the
guidelines for breaking in the tires and
powertrain before operating your vehicle
at high speeds or on a track. See
Breaking-In (page 127).
Note: Obey all traffic laws and only operate
your vehicle at locations designed to do so
safely.
Note: For a detailed description of what
your vehicle's New Limited Warranty covers,
see the Ford GT Warranty Guide provided
to you along with your owner's manual.
Before operating your vehicle at high
speeds, follow these guidelines:
Overall Vehicle Preparation:
• Inspect wheels and tires for wear and
damage. Replace any damaged wheels
or tires.
• Torque the wheel lug nuts to the proper
specification:
150 lb.ft (204 Nm).
• Inspect all aerodynamic grilles and
cooling system components for
damage. Make sure there is no debris
or non-factory installed protective
films or equipment that could obstruct
airflow.
• Verify your tires have the correct tire
pressure. See the section that follows
for tire pressure specifications.
• Do not operate your vehicle at high
speeds while carrying cargo. Brake System Preparation:
•
Your vehicle has carbon ceramic brake
rotors that require extra care and
inspection methods including
measuring their weight and reviewing
the surface condition.
• Inspect the brake system for wear or
damage. Replace worn or below
specification brake pads, rotors or
cooling hoses. Make sure that the cross
drilling holes in the rotors are open and
free of debris.
• Prior to track use, replace the brake
fluid with fresh Motorcraft/Ford DOT
4 LV High Performance Brake Fluid or
other DOT compliant fluid with a dry
boiling point greater than
500°F
(260°C) from a sealed container. Do
not use silicone or DOT 5 brake fluids.
Powertrain Preparation:
• Make sure the engine oil, coolant,
transmission fluids and hydraulic
system fluid have received proper
maintenance, are clean and are at the
appropriate capacity.
• Allow the powertrain to warm up and
reach normal operating temperature.
Your vehicle has electronic controls to
reduce power or limit engine RPM to
reduce powertrain temperatures if
required.
• Regularly check the engine oil level
during the event. Maintain the engine
oil level at or near the max mark on the
engine oil dipstick.
See Engine Oil
Check (page 153).
Note: To obtain service, please contact the
Ford GT Concierge and they will advise you
of the nearest Certified Ford GT Service
Dealership.
See About This Manual (page
5).
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A
A/C
See: Climate Control........................................... 79
About Launch Control.................................167
About This Manual...........................................5 Ford GT Concierge Phone Numbers................5
ABS See: Brakes........................................................... 105
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................ 105
Accessories....................................................270
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation.............................................. 9
Adjusting the Headlamps.........................163 Headlamp Aim Target....................................... 163
Adjusting the Pedals.....................................55
Adjusting the Steering Wheel.....................51
Airbag Disposal...............................................39
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control........................................... 79
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter.............164
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................ 50
Anti-Theft Alarm............................................50 Arming the Alarm................................................ 50
Disarming the Alarm........................................... 50
Appendices....................................................285
Apps.................................................................244 ........................................................................\
.......... 244
At a Glance........................................................14
Audible Warnings and Indicators
.............68
Headlamps On Warning Chime..................... 68
Keyless Warning Alert........................................ 68
Audio Control...................................................52 Seek, Next or Previous........................................ 52
Audio System
...............................................208
Audio Unit......................................................208
Autolamps........................................................58
Automatic Climate Control........................79 Directing the Airflow............................................ 79
Setting the Blower Motor Speed.................... 79
Setting the Temperature................................... 79
Switching Auto Mode On and Off.................. 79
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off........79 Switching the Air Conditioning On and
Off........................................................................\
. 79
Automatic Transmission
...........................100
Brake-Shift Interlock......................................... 103
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow.................................................................. 104
Performance Shift Indicator........................... 102
SelectShift™ Automatic Transmission.................................................... 101
Understanding the Positions of Your Automatic Transmission............................ 100
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.............................................................158
Auxiliary Power Points.................................84 DC Power Point..................................................... 84
Location................................................................... 84
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery...................... 160
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........150
Booster Seats
..................................................22
Types of Booster Seats...................................... 23
Brake Fluid Check
.........................................158
Brakes...............................................................105 General Information.......................................... 105
Breaking-In......................................................127 Cold Engine Operation...................................... 127
Hot Engine Shut down...................................... 127
C
Cabin Air Filter
..................................................81
Capacities and Specifications................205 Specifications..................................................... 205
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 168
Catalytic Converter........................................97 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)..................... 98
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing..................................................... 98
Changing a Bulb
...........................................164
LED Lamps............................................................ 164
Changing a Fuse...........................................148 Fuses....................................................................... 148
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Home Screen.................................................219
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........150
I
In California (U.S. Only).............................134
Information Display Control.......................53
Information Displays....................................69 General Information........................................... 69
Information Messages..................................72 AdvanceTrac ™...................................................... 72
Alarm........................................................................\
. 72
Battery and Charging System.......................... 73
Doors and Locks.................................................... 73
Engine....................................................................... 73
Fuel........................................................................\
.... 74
Hill Start Assist ..................................................... 74
Hydraulic System.................................................. 74
Keys and Intelligent Access.............................. 75
Maintenance ........................................................... 75
Park Brake............................................................... 76
Remote Start.......................................................... 76
Starting System .................................................... 77
Steering System.................................................... 77
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.................... 77
Transmission.......................................................... 78
Installing Child Restraints
............................18
Child Seats............................................................... 18
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts.......................... 19
Using Tether Straps.............................................. 21
Instrument Cluster.........................................62
Instrument Lighting Dimmer
.....................58
Instrument Panel Overview........................14
Interior Lamps.................................................59
Interior Mirror
....................................................61
Introduction........................................................5
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................130 Connecting the Jumper Cables..................... 130
Jump Starting........................................................ 131
Preparing Your Vehicle..................................... 130
Removing the Jumper Cables......................... 131K
Keyless Starting
..............................................86
Ignition Modes...................................................... 86
Keys and Remote Controls........................40
L
Launch Control
..............................................167
Lighting Control..............................................53
High Beams............................................................. 57
Performance Shift Indicator............................ 54
Lighting
...............................................................57
General Information............................................ 57
Load Carrying..................................................121
Load Limit
.........................................................121
Vehicle Loading - with and without a
Trailer................................................................... 121
Locking and Unlocking.................................45 Activating Intelligent Access ........................... 45
Autolock.................................................................. 46
Battery Saver.......................................................... 47
Illuminated Entry.................................................. 47
Illuminated Exit...................................................... 47
Power Door Locks................................................ 45
Remote Control.................................................... 45
Smart Unlocks for Intelligent Access Keys...................................................................... 46
Lug Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel........................ 198
M
Maintenance..................................................150 General Information.......................................... 150
Manual Seats
...................................................82
Map Pockets....................................................85
Message Center See: Information Displays................................. 69
Mirrors See: Windows and Mirrors............................... 60
Mobile Communications Equipment........11
Motorcraft Parts
...........................................201
N
Navigation......................................................236 cityseeker.............................................................. 243
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