tires FORD GT 2020 Owner's Guide

the instructions on use of the tire
sealant and inflater kit at the
beginning of this section. If the kit
cannot provide a temporary tire
inflation, contact an authorized
dealer.
Tire and Wheel Alignment
A bad jolt from hitting a curb or
pothole can cause the front end
of your vehicle to become
misaligned or cause damage to
your tires. If your vehicle seems to
pull to one side when you’re
driving, the wheels may be out of
alignment. Have an authorized
dealer check the wheel alignment
periodically.
Wheel misalignment in the front
or the rear can cause uneven and
rapid treadwear of your tires and
should be corrected by an
authorized dealer. Front-wheel
drive vehicles and those with an
independent rear suspension (if
equipped) may require alignment
of all four wheels.
The tires should also be balanced
periodically. An unbalanced tire
and wheel assembly may result in
irregular tire wear.
USING SUMMER TIRES
Your Ford GT was built with Michelin Pilot
Sport Cup 2 tires which are a summer tire.
Summer tires provide superior
performance on wet and dry roads.
Summer tires do not have the Mud and
Snow (M+S or M/S) tire traction rating on
the tire side wall. Since summer tires do
not have the same traction performance
as All-season or Snow tires, we do not
recommend using summer tires when
temperatures drop to about 45°F (7°C) or
below (depending on tire wear and
environmental conditions) or in snow and
ice conditions. Like any tire, summer tire
performance is affected by tire wear and
environmental conditions. If you must drive
in those conditions, we recommend using
Mud and Snow (M+S, M/S), All-season or
Snow tires.
Always store your summer tires indoors at
temperatures above 19°F (-7°C). The
rubber compounds used in these tires lose
flexibility and may develop surface cracks
in the tread area at temperatures below
19°F (-7°C)
. If the tires have been
subjected to 19°F (-7°C) or less, warm
them in a heated space to at least 41°F
(5°C) for at least 24 hours before installing
them on a vehicle, or moving the vehicle
with the tires installed, or checking tire
inflation. Do not place tires near heaters
or heating devices used to warm the room
where the tires are stored. Do not apply
heat or blow heated air directly on the tires.
Always inspect the tires after storage
periods and before use.
USING SNOW CHAINS WARNING:
If you choose to
install snow tires on your vehicle, they
must be the same size, construction, and
load range as the original tires listed on
the tire placard, and they must be
installed on all four wheels. Mixing tires
of different size or construction on your
vehicle can adversely affect your
vehicle's handling and braking, and may
lead to loss of vehicle control.
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WARNING: Do not use snow
chains or cables on this vehicle as they
may cause damage to your vehicle which
may lead to loss of vehicle control.
Snow chains have not been approved for
use on your vehicle.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM WARNING:
The tire pressure
monitoring system is not a substitute for
manually checking tire pressures. You
should periodically check tire pressures
using a pressure gauge. Failure to
correctly maintain tire pressures could
increase the risk of tire failure, loss of
control, vehicle rollover and personal
injury. WARNING:
If the tire pressure
monitor sensor becomes damaged it
may not function. Each tire should be checked
monthly when cold and inflated
to the inflation pressure
recommended by the vehicle manufacturer
on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of
a different size than the size indicated on
the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label, you should determine the proper tire
inflation pressure for those tires.) As an added safety feature, your vehicle
has been equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) that
illuminates a low tire pressure telltale
when one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,
when the low tire pressure telltale
illuminates, you should stop and check
your tires as soon as possible, and inflate
them to the proper pressure. Driving on a
significantly under-inflated tire causes the
tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency
and tire tread life, and may affect the
vehicle
’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a
substitute for proper tire maintenance, and
it is the driver ’s responsibility to maintain
correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation
has not reached the level to trigger
illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure
telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with
a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure
telltale. When the system detects a
malfunction, the telltale flashes for
approximately one minute and then
remains illuminated. This sequence
continues upon subsequent vehicle
start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is
illuminated, the system may not be able
to detect or signal low tire pressure as
intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur
for a variety of reasons, including the
installation of replacement or alternate
tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent
the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction
telltale after replacing one or more tires or
wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tires and wheels
allow the TPMS to continue to function
properly.
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This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Licence exempt RSS
Standards of Industry Canada. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
•
This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
• This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation. WARNING: Changes or
modifications not expressively approved
by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment. The term "IC:" before the
radio certification number only signifies
that Industry Canada technical
specifications were met.
Changing Tires With a Tire
Pressure Monitoring System Note:
Each road tire is equipped with a tire
pressure sensor located inside the wheel
and tire assembly cavity. The pressure
sensor is attached to the valve stem. The
pressure sensor is covered by the tire and is
not visible unless the tire is removed. Take
care when changing the tire to avoid
damaging the sensor You should always have your tires serviced
by an authorized dealer.
Check the tire pressure periodically (at
least monthly) using an accurate tire
gauge. See Inflating Your Tires in this
chapter.
Understanding Your Tire Pressure
Monitoring System
The tire pressure monitoring system
measures pressure in your road tires and
sends the tire pressure readings to your
vehicle. You can view the tire pressure
readings through the information display.
See
General Information (page 74). The
low tire pressure warning light turns on if
the tire pressure is significantly low. Once
the light is illuminated, your tires are
under-inflated and need to be inflated to
the manufacturer ’s recommended tire
pressure. Even if the light turns on and a
short time later turns off, your tire pressure
still needs to be checked.
When You Believe Your System is Not
Operating Properly
The main function of the tire pressure
monitoring system is to warn you when
your tires need air. It can also warn you in
the event the system is no longer capable
of functioning as intended. See the
following chart for information concerning
your tire pressure monitoring system:
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Customer action required
Possible cause
Low tire pressure
warning light
Make sure tires are at the proper pres-
sure. See Inflating your tires in this
chapter. After inflating your tires to the
manufacturer’s recommended pressure
as shown on the Tire Label (located on
the edge of driver ’s door or the B-Pillar),
the vehicle must be driven for at least
two minutes over 20 mph (32 km/h)
before the light turns off.
Tire(s) under-inflated
Solid warning light
If the tires are properly inflated and the
light remains on, contact your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
TPMS malfunction
If the tires are properly inflated and the
light remains on, contact your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
TPMS malfunction
Flashing warning
light
When Inflating Your Tires
Note: Do not use the tire pressure display
screen as a tire pressure gauge, this can
result in over or under inflation of a tire.
When putting air into your tires (such as at
a gas station or in your garage), the tire
pressure monitoring system may not
respond immediately to the air added to
your tires.
It may take up to two minutes of driving
over 20 mph (32 km/h) for the light to turn
off after you have filled your tires to the
recommended inflation pressure.
How Temperature Affects Your Tire
Pressure
The tire pressure monitoring system
monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic
tire. When driving in a normal manner, a
typical passenger tire inflation pressure
may increase about
2 –4 psi (14– 28 kPa)
from a cold start situation. If the vehicle is
stationary overnight with the outside temperature significantly lower than the
daytime temperature, the tire pressure may
decrease about 3 psi (21 kPa) for a drop of
62.6°F (17°C) in ambient temperature. This
lower pressure value may be detected by
the tire pressure monitoring system as
being significantly lower than the
recommended inflation pressure and
activate the system warning light for low
tire pressure. If the low tire pressure
warning light is on, visually check each tire
to verify that no tire is flat. If one or more
tires are flat, repair as necessary. Check
the air pressure in the road tires. If any tire
is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle
to the nearest location where air can be
added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to
the recommended inflation pressure.
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CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL
Important Information for Lifting
or Jacking
A vehicle jack is not included with your
vehicle. If you are on the road and need to
change a wheel, it is recommended that
you contact the Ford GT Concierge to
obtain roadside assistance. See Special
Notices (page 11). Front lift points
A
Middle lift points
B
Rear lift points
C
To avoid damage to your vehicle, use a low
profile hydraulic jack when removing a road
wheel. Only place the jack on one of the
alloy lifting posts when lifting your vehicle.
Do not lift your vehicle on the carbon fiber
panels.
Note: It is recommended that an interface
be used between the alloy lifting point and
the vehicle jack (for example, a hockey puck
or dense rubber pad). DRIVING AT HIGH SPEED
Tire Pressure - Speeds Greater
Than
165 mph (265 km/h) WARNING:
Always re-inflate
tires to recommended tire pressures
before the vehicle is operated on-road.
The recommended pressure is located
on the tire label or safety certification
label, located on the B-pillar, inside the
driver's door.
Note: When driving over
165 mph
(265 km/h), be sure to check and adjust
your tire pressures accordingly.
Note: If you are not sure about the proper
tire inflation pressures, contact an
authorized dealer or service center. Your tires may require additional inflation
pressure for operation at speeds greater
than
165 mph (265 km/h). If this label is
present on your vehicle, you must adjust
the tire pressure accordingly.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
WARNING: When you install a wheel, always remove any corrosion, dirt or
foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the
wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel. Make sure to secure any
fasteners that attach the rotor to the hub so they do not interfere with the mounting
surfaces of the wheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at the
wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come
off while your vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of vehicle control, personal injury or
death. Ib-ft (Nm)
*
Bolt size
150 lb.ft (204 Nm)
M14 X 1.5
* Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford
recommended replacement fasteners.
Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque within 100 miles (160 kilometers) after any
wheel disturbance (such as tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal). Wheel pilot bore
A
Inspect the wheel pilot bore and
mounting surface prior to installation.
Remove any visible corrosion or loose
particles. Note:
The wheel stud length differs
depending on the wheels equipped. The
hub on carbon fiber wheels require longer
wheel studs due to a thicker hub. If
changing wheel types between alloy and
carbon fiber, in either direction, you must
also change the wheel studs to match the
length required for that wheel type. Also
use the longer studs for the carbon fiber
wheels and then use open lug nuts if
putting alloy wheels back on the car.
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Oils and Fluids
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and, by
itself, does not necessarily indicate a
concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, a qualified expert, such
as the factory-trained technicians at your
dealership, should inspect discolored fluids
that also show signs of overheating or
foreign material contamination
immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle
’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair.
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Normal Maintenance Intervals Annually or Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Change the oil and filter.
Inspect the tires and check the tire pressures.
Inspect the brake pads, rotors, hoses, brake cooling duct hoses and check the parking
brake function. Check the brake fluid level.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses. Check the coolant level.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the accessory drive belts.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and the tie-rod ends.
Inspect the wiper blades. Check the washer fluid level.
Inspect the hinges and latches. Lubricate if needed.
Inspect the vehicle battery and the state of charge.
Check the hydraulic fluid level.
Check the operation of all the lights.
Check the operation of warning indicators inside the instrument cluster.
Check for any fluid leaks.
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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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Spare Wheel
See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 205
Special Notices.................................................11
Additional Warranty Information..................... 11
Certified Ford GT Service Dealer..................... 12
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.......................... 11
On Board Diagnostics Data Link Connector............................................................ 12
Special Instructions.............................................. 12
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance..............................................266
Engine Air Filter and Cabin Air Filter Replacement..................................................266
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals................266
Operating at High Speeds and Track Days................................................................... 266
Speed Control See: Cruise Control............................................ 120
Stability Control
.............................................115
Principle of Operation........................................ 115
Starting and Stopping the Engine............91 General Information............................................. 91
Starting the Engine........................................92 Failure to Start....................................................... 93
Fast Restart............................................................ 93
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes.................94
Important Ventilating Information................94
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving................................................................. 93
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary.......................................................... 93
Steering.............................................................121
Steering Wheel Lock.....................................92
Steering Wheel
...............................................56
Storage Compartments..............................90
Supplementary Restraints System.........36 Principle of Operation........................................ 36
Symbols Glossary.............................................5
SYNC™ 3
.........................................................219
General Information.......................................... 219
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting
......................249
Additional Information and
Assistance........................................................ 261
Apps....................................................................... 256
Navigation............................................................ 255
Personal Profiles................................................ 259
Phone..................................................................... 253
Resetting the System........................................ 261USB and Bluetooth Audio..............................
250
Voice Recognition.............................................. 249
Wi-Fi Connectivity............................................. 258
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Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications............207
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
.......................140
Tire Care...........................................................189 Glossary of Tire Terminology.......................... 191
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading.............................................................. 189
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall............................................................. 192
Temperature A B C............................................ 190
Traction AA A B C............................................... 190
Treadwear............................................................. 190
Tire Inflation When Punctured See: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.................183
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........202 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System....................................... 203
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...................................... 203
Tire Repair Kit See: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.................183
Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.....................183 First Stage: Inflating the Tire with Sealing
Compound and Air........................................ 185
General Information.......................................... 184
Second Stage: Checking Tire Pressure............................................................. 187
Tips for Use of the Kit....................................... 184
What to Do After the Tire has Been Sealed................................................................ 187
What to do When a Tire Is Punctured........185
Tires See: Wheels and Tires...................................... 183
Towing a Trailer..............................................132
Towing Points
................................................138
Installing the Recovery Hook......................... 138
Recovery Hook Location.................................. 138
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels...........................................................132
Emergency Towing............................................. 132
Towing
...............................................................132
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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
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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
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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
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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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