coolant temperature FORD GT 2020 User Guide

How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
If the engine begins to overheat, the
coolant temperature gauge moves toward
the red zone:
A warning lamp illuminates and
a message may appear in the
information display.
If the engine reaches a preset
over-temperature condition, the engine
automatically switches to alternating
cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder
acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs, your vehicle still
operates, however:
• Engine power is limited.
• The air conditioning system turns off.
Continued operation increases the engine
temperature, causing the engine to
completely shut down. Your steering and
braking effort increases in this situation.
When the engine temperature cools, you
can re-start the engine. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage.
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.
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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). 2. Leave the engine running until the
coolant temperature gauge needle
returns to the normal position. After
several minutes, if the temperature
does not drop, follow the remaining
steps.
3. Switch the engine off and wait for it to
cool. Check the coolant level.
4. If the coolant level is at or below the minimum mark, add prediluted coolant
immediately.
5. If the coolant level is normal, restart the engine and continue.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK
If required, have an authorized dealer check
and change the transmission fluid at the
correct service interval. See
Scheduled
Maintenance (page 263).
The automatic transmission does not have
a transmission fluid dipstick.
Refer to your scheduled maintenance
information for scheduled intervals for fluid
checks and changes. Your transmission
does not consume fluid. However, if the
transmission slips, shifts slowly or if you
notice a sign of leaking fluid, contact an
authorized dealer.
Do not use supplemental transmission
fluid additives, treatments or cleaning
agents. The use of these materials may
affect transmission operation and result
in damage to internal transmission
components.
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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 133).
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 160).
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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Cooling system
•
Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
• Connect your vehicle to the battery
charger/maintainer provided with your
vehicle whenever you store your vehicle
for more than 2 weeks.
• Connect the wires as shown in the
illustration. See Changing the 12V
Battery (page 167).
Brakes
• Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
Tires
• To minimize flat spots on the tires,
inflate all four tires to the
recommended cold pressures listed on
the Safety Compliance Certification
label or Tire Label. When the vehicle is
taken out of storage, reset the tire
pressures as necessary to the
recommended levels listed on the
Safety Compliance Certification label
or Tire Label affixed to your vehicle.
Note: If you store your vehicle in a location
with low ambient temperatures, follow the
instructions for care of summer tires. See
Using Summer Tires
(page 201).
Miscellaneous
• Move vehicles at least
25 ft (7.5 m)
every 15 days to lubricate working parts
and prevent flat spots in the tires. Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
•
Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt
or grease film build-up on window
surfaces.
• Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.
• Check under the hood and engine cover
for any foreign material that may have
collected during storage such as mice
or squirrel nests.
• Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage.
• Check tire pressures and set tire
inflation per the Tire Label.
• Check brake pedal operation. Drive
your vehicle
15 ft (4.5 m) back and
forth with the brake lightly applied.
• Check fluid levels (including coolant,
oil and gas) to make sure there are no
leaks, and fluids are at recommended
levels.
See an authorized dealer if you have any
concerns or issues.
BODY STYLING KITS
The distance between the underside of
your vehicle and the ground is less than
that of other models. Drive with extreme
care to avoid damage to your vehicle.
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SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,
North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or
locations with similar climates using an
American Petroleum Institute (API)
Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certification
mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal
oil change interval is 2,500 mi (4,000 km).
Engine Air Filter and Cabin Air
Filter Replacement
The life of the engine air filter and cabin air
filter is dependent on exposure to dusty
and dirty conditions. Vehicles operated in
these conditions require frequent
inspection and replacement of the engine
air filter and cabin air filter.
Operating at High Speeds and
Track Days
Your vehicle is capable of sustained high
speeds and track day driving. Your GT has
electronic controls to reduce power and
limit the RPM to reduce powertrain
temperatures if operating temperatures
are exceeded.
Before Operating Your Vehicle at High
Speeds:
•
Verify your tires have the correct
pressures See Technical
Specifications (page 206).
• Inspect wheels and tires for wear and
damage. Replace any damaged wheels
and tires.
• Check and set lug nut torque. See
Technical Specifications (page 206).
• Verify fluid levels for oil, coolant, brake,
and hydraulic fluid. See Maintenance
(page
157).
• Change the oil and filter prior to use on
the track.
After Operating Your vehicle at High
Speeds and Track Day Driving, Do the
Following:
• Set tire pressures to specification.
• Check and set lug nut torque. See
Technical Specifications (page 206).
• Check all fluid levels.
• If you drive your car for an extended
period of time at high speed or on the
track for an extended time, change the
oil and filter.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
RECORD
After the scheduled maintenance services
are performed, record the Repair Order #,
Distance and Engine Hours in the boxes
provided.
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9
911 Assist...........................................................43
A
A/C
See: Climate Control.......................................... 84
About This Manual...........................................5 Ford GT Concierge Phone Numbers................5
ABS See: Brakes............................................................ 110
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................... 111
Accessories....................................................262
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................. 11
Adjustable Pedals.........................................60
Adjusting the Headlamps..........................170 Headlamp Aim Target....................................... 170
Adjusting the Pedals....................................60
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................56
Airbag Disposal...............................................42
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control.......................................... 84
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter...............171
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................ 55
Anti-Theft Alarm
............................................55
Arming the Alarm................................................. 55
Disarming the Alarm........................................... 55
Appendices.....................................................277
Apps..................................................................245 SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link................... 246
Using Apps on an Android Device...............246
Using Apps on an iOS Device........................ 245
Using Mobile Navigation on an Android Device............................................................... 246
At a Glance........................................................16
Audible Warnings and Indicators..............73 Headlamps On Warning Chime...................... 73
Keyless Warning Alert......................................... 73
Audio Control
...................................................57
Seek, Next or Previous........................................ 57
Audio System.................................................218 Audio Unit
........................................................218
Autolamps........................................................63
Automatic Climate Control
........................84
Directing the Airflow........................................... 84
Setting the Blower Motor Speed................... 84
Setting the Temperature................................... 84
Switching Auto Mode On and Off.................84
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off........................................................................\
. 84
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off........................................................................\
. 84
Automatic Transmission...........................105 Brake-Shift Interlock......................................... 108
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow.................................................................. 109
Performance Shift Indicator........................... 107
SelectShift™ Automatic Transmission................................................... 106
Understanding the Positions of Your Automatic Transmission............................ 105
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.............................................................165
Auxiliary Power Points
.................................89
DC Power Point.................................................... 89
Location................................................................... 89
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery....................... 167
Body Styling Kits
...........................................182
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood............157
Booster Seats..................................................24 Types of Booster Seats...................................... 25
Brake Fluid Check.........................................166
Brakes................................................................110 General Information........................................... 110
Breaking-In......................................................133 Cold Engine Operation...................................... 133
Hot Engine Shut down...................................... 133
C
Cabin Air Filter.................................................86
Capacities and Specifications.................212 Air Conditioning System................................... 212
Engine Coolant.................................................... 213
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Driving at High Speed................................205
Tire Pressure - Speeds Greater Than
........................................................................\
..... 205
Driving Hints....................................................133
Driving Through Water................................133
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps......................... 63
E
Electric Parking Brake
...................................111
Applying the Electric Parking brake...............111
Battery With No Charge.................................... 113
Releasing the Electric Parking Brake............112
Emergency Call Limitations.......................44
Emergency Call Requirements
.................43
Emergency Door Release............................53
Emission Law..................................................101
Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance..........102
Tampering With a Noise Control System................................................................ 101
End User License Agreement
...................277
VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) .................................. 277
Engine Coolant Check
.................................161
Adding Coolant.................................................... 162
Coolant Change.................................................. 163
Engine Coolant Temperature Management................................................... 165
Fail-Safe Cooling................................................ 163
Recycled Coolant................................................ 163
Severe Climates.................................................. 163
Engine Emission Control
............................101
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 54
Engine Oil Check
..........................................160
Adding Engine Oil............................................... 160
Engine Oil Dipstick
.......................................160
Engine Specifications.................................207
Entertainment...............................................228 AM/FM Radio...................................................... 229
Apps........................................................................\
237
Bluetooth Stereo or USB................................ 236
CD (If equipped)................................................ 235
HD Radio ™ Information (If
Available)......................................................... 232SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If
Activated)........................................................ 229
Sources.................................................................. 228
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................. 237
USB Ports.............................................................. 237
Environment
......................................................15
EPB See: Electric Parking Brake................................ 111
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording............................................... 7
Exterior Mirrors
................................................66
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors............................... 66
Power Exterior Mirrors........................................ 66
F
Fastening the Seatbelts
..............................29
Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 30
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy...............30
Using the Sliding Clip.......................................... 29
Flat Tire See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 205
Flat Tire Inflation See: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.................183
Floor Mats........................................................134
Foot Pedals See: Adjusting the Pedals................................ 60
Ford Performance
...........................................13
Front Passenger Sensing System............38
Fuel and Refueling.........................................95
Fuel Consumption.........................................99
Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 100
Filling the Fuel Tank.......................................... 100
Fuel Filler Funnel Location.........................96
Fuel Filter.........................................................167
Fuel Quality......................................................96 Choosing the Right Fuel.................................... 96
Fuel Shutoff
....................................................135
Fuses.................................................................145
Fuse Specification Chart...........................145 Front Power Distribution Box......................... 145
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel..........151
Rear Power Distribution Box 1........................ 147
Rear Power Distribution Box 2....................... 150
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Gauges................................................................67
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............69
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge............................... 69
Engine Oil Temperature Gauge...................... 69
Fuel Gauge............................................................. 68
Gauge Mode........................................................... 69
Information Display............................................. 67
Trip Computer....................................................... 68
Gearbox See: Transmission.............................................. 105
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................45
Intelligent Access................................................. 45
General Maintenance Information........263 Protecting Your Investment........................... 263
Road Course Maintenance............................. 263
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.......................... 263
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Certified Ford GT Service Dealership?.................... 263
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada..........................................................142
Getting the Services You Need................139 Away From Home............................................... 139
Global Opening...............................................65 Remote Control Front Windows.................... 66
H
Hazard Flashers.............................................135
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps...................... 170
Heating See: Climate Control.......................................... 84
Hill Start Assist...............................................113 Using Hill Start Assist......................................... 113
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate............................................................85
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather.............................................................. 85
Defogging the Windshield in Cold Weather.............................................................. 86
General Hints......................................................... 85
Quickly Cooling the Interior.............................. 85
Quickly Heating the Interior............................. 85
Recommended Settings for Cooling............85
Recommended Settings for Heating............85 Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes...............................................................111
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood............157
Horn....................................................................58
I
In California (U.S. Only).............................140
Information Display Control......................58
Information Displays.....................................74 General Information............................................ 74
Information Messages..................................77
AdvanceTrac ™....................................................... 77
Alarm........................................................................\
. 77
Battery and Charging System.......................... 78
Doors and Locks................................................... 78
Engine....................................................................... 78
Fuel........................................................................\
.... 79
Hill Start Assist ..................................................... 79
Hydraulic System................................................. 79
Keys and Intelligent Access............................. 80
Maintenance..........................................................80
Park Brake................................................................ 81
Remote Start.......................................................... 81
Starting System ................................................... 82
Steering System................................................... 82
Tire Pressure Monitoring System................... 82
Transmission.......................................................... 83
Installing Child Restraints...........................20 Child Seats.............................................................. 20
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts.......................... 21
Using Tether Straps............................................. 23
Instrument Cluster
.........................................67
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................63
Instrument Panel
............................................16
Interior Lamps.................................................64
Interior Mirror...................................................66
Introduction........................................................5
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle
.........................136
Connecting the Jumper Cables..................... 136
Jump Starting....................................................... 137
Preparing Your Vehicle..................................... 136
Removing the Jumper Cables......................... 137
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Track Use..........................................................172
Operating at High Speeds and on Track
Days..................................................................... 172
Road Course Vehicle Preparation.................173
Transmission Code Designation..............211
Transmission..................................................105
Transporting the Vehicle............................137 Getting the Transmission in Neutral...........138
U
Under Hood Overview................................159
Under Seat Storage......................................90
Unique Features...............................................17
USB Port
..........................................................218
Using Cruise Control....................................120 Switching Cruise Control Off......................... 120
Switching Cruise Control On.......................... 120
Using Launch Control
..................................174
Using Snow Chains......................................201
Using Stability Control................................116
AdvanceTrac ™ Electronic Stability Control
........................................................................\
....... 116
Stability Control.................................................... 117
Using Summer Tires
....................................201
Using Voice Recognition.............................221 Audio Voice Commands.................................. 222
Climate Voice Commands.............................. 223
Mobile App Voice Commands...................... 226
Navigation Voice Commands........................ 225
Phone Voice Commands................................ 223
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link Voice Commands..................................................... 226
Voice Settings Commands............................. 227
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)..........................141
V
Vehicle Care....................................................175 General Information........................................... 175
Vehicle Certification Label.........................211
Vehicle Dimensions
....................................209
Vehicle Identification Number.................210
Vehicle Storage
..............................................181
Battery.................................................................... 182
Body........................................................................\
.. 181
Brakes..................................................................... 182Cooling system....................................................
182
Engine...................................................................... 181
Fuel system............................................................ 181
General.................................................................... 181
Miscellaneous...................................................... 182
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................. 182
Tires........................................................................\
. 182
Ventilation See: Climate Control.......................................... 84
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number.............210
Voice Control....................................................57
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators................69 Anti-Lock Braking System................................ 69
Battery...................................................................... 70
Brake System......................................................... 70
Carbon Ceramic Brakes..................................... 70
Cruise Control........................................................ 70
Damper Comfort Mode...................................... 70
Direction Indicator................................................ 70
Door Ajar.................................................................. 70
Electric Park Brake............................................... 70
Engine Coolant Temperature........................... 70
Engine Oil................................................................ 70
Fasten Seatbelt...................................................... 71
Front Airbag............................................................. 71
Front Lift Mode Active......................................... 71
Frost Warning Lamp............................................. 71
Hatch Ajar................................................................. 71
High Beam................................................................ 71
Hood Ajar.................................................................. 71
Hydraulic System Fault....................................... 71
Launch Control....................................................... 71
Low Beam Malfunction Warning Lamp........71
Low Fuel Level........................................................ 71
Low Tire Pressure Warning................................ 71
Parking Lamps....................................................... 72
Powertrain Fault.................................................... 72
Rear Fog Lamp....................................................... 72
Ride Height System Fault.................................. 72
Service Engine Soon............................................ 72
Stability Control.................................................... 72
Stability Control Off............................................. 72
Transmission Fault............................................... 72
Washer Fluid Check.....................................167
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