traction control FORD MUSTANG 2013 5.G Shelby GT500 Supplement Manual

4. Move the gearshift lever to first gear, then slowly release the clutch
pedal while slowly pressing on the accelerator.
Note:During each shift, the clutch pedal must be fully pressed to the
floor and the accelerator fully released. Failure to follow this may cause
increased shift efforts, prematurely wear transmission components, or
cause gear clash or damage to the transmission. Make sure the floor mat
is properly positioned so it doesn’t interfere with the full extension of the
clutch pedal.
Note:If you attempt to shift when the drive wheels are spinning with a
loss of traction, it is possible to cause damage to the transmission. Do
not attempt to shift when the drive wheels do not have traction.
Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch
pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill. These
actions will reduce the life of the clutch.
Your vehicle is equipped with a twin disc clutch. Due to the high
performance of the powertrain, a certain amount of noise from the
transmission is normal.
Clutch Protection
Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic powertrain feature to reduce
clutch damage. When excessive clutch slip is detected at a high power
level, the powertrain control module will limit torque to reduce damage
to the clutch. Full power is restored as soon as the clutch is fully
engaged. This feature is calibrated in a way that does not interfere with
normal driving and does not impede maximum acceleration capability.
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ADVANCETRAC® STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM
The AdvanceTrac® stability enhancement system provides eight modes
of operation for various driving conditions. The system integrates
braking, steering and powertrain systems using ABS, traction control,
EPAS and launch control optimizing the performance for all driving
conditions.
AdvanceTrac® Sport Mode
The AdvanceTrac® system provides an available sport mode specially
calibrated for the GT500’s unique performance characteristics. This can
be selected utilizing the stability control off switch. See theDriving
section of theOwner’s Manualfor more information.
Sport mode is not intended for use on public roadways as this mode
provides less AdvanceTrac® system intervention than when the default
ESC and traction control systems are on. Sport mode will allow more
spirited driving while the AdvanceTrac® system is still enabled.
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AdvanceTrac® features when using launch control
Launch
control
buttonAdvanceTrac
button functionAdvanceTrac setting reverts to enabled with key cycle.
Anti-Lock Braking (ABS) remains on in all modes.
Enabled
(Key-on)Traction control OFF
AdvanceTrac Enabled
(Single press)SPORT
(Foot on brake and
double tap)Disabled
(Press and hold with
vehicle stopped and
foot on brake)
OFFMode 1
•AdvanceTrac On
Normal
•TC On Normal
•LC OFFMode 2
•AdvanceTrac On
Normal
•TC OFF
•LC OFFMode 3
•AdvanceTrac SPORT
•TC On SPORT
•LC OFFMode 4
•AdvanceTrac OFF
•TC OFF
•LC OFF
ONMode 5
•AdvanceTrac On
Normal
•TC On Drag Start
Calibration
•LC ONMode 6
•AdvanceTrac On
Normal
•TC OFF
•LC RPM ONLYMode 7
•AdvanceTrac SPORT
•TC On Drag Start
Calibration
•LC ONMode 8
•AdvanceTrac OFF
•TC OFF
•LC UNAVAILABLE
Launch control setting does not turn ON/OFF with key cycle.
Launch control engine RPM setpoint range available in 100 RPM increments.
Launch control displays ACTIVE (mode 5 and 7) or RPM ONLY (mode 6) during PCM control of
the engine RPM.
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AdvanceTrac feature notes
Electric power assist steering (EPAS) can be used in COMFORT, NORMAL or SPORT settings.
EPAS will revert to SPORT and display SPORT-LOCKED mode when AdvanceTrac® SPORT or
OFF is selected.
If equipped with optional electronically selectable dampers (ESD), damping setting does not turn
ON/OFF with key cycle.
NORMAL and SPORT damping settings are independent of AdvanceTrac®, launch control and
EPAS steering settings.
AdvanceTrac Mode Descriptions and Usage
Mode
1•Street and High Performance
Driving
•AdvanceTrac NORMAL with
All Weather CalibrationNo action is required by driver,
optimal calibration for standard
and high performance driving.Default - No action by
driver
Mode
2•Drag strip burn-out with
Traction Control Off
•AdvanceTrac NORMAL with
All Weather CalibrationAllows the driver to spin the
tires in a straight line without
electronic intervention.Single tap
AdvanceTrac button
Mode
3•Road Course
•AdvanceTrac and Traction
Control SPORT CalibrationProvides enhanced control by
increasing AdvanceTrac
thresholds for high speed road
course driving.Double tap
AdvanceTrac button
with foot on brake
Mode
4•All AdvanceTrac® Systems
Off (ABS ON)No electronic intervention for
AdvanceTrac or traction control
systems.While stopped, press
and hold AdvancTrac
button.
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AdvanceTrac Mode Descriptions and Usage
Mode
5•Launch Control On
•AdvanceTrac NORMAL with
All Weather CalibrationEnables launch control to
maximize straight line
acceleration while providing
NORMAL AdvanceTrac
dynamic control.Press launch control
button.
Mode
6•Two stage RPM control with
Traction Control Off
•AdvanceTrac NORMAL with
All Weather CalibrationEnables an engine rev limiter, if
vehicle is stationary, with no
traction assist for drag strip
usage. Provides NORMAL
AdvanceTrac dynamic control.Press launch control
button and single tap
AdvanceTrac button.
Mode
7•Launch Control On
•Advance Trac and Traction
Control SPORT CalibrationEnables launch control to
maximize straight line
acceleration while providing
SPORT AdvanceTrac dynamic
control.Press launch control
button and double tap
AdvanceTrac button
with foot on brake.
Mode
8•All AdvanceTrac Systems Off
(ABS on) with Launch Control
Available if AdvanceTrac button
is pressedNo electronic intervention for
AdvanceTrac or Traction
Control systems. Launch
control is unavailablePress launch control
button. While stopped,
press and hold
AdvancTrac button.
Recommended driving modes
Street All drivers - modes 1 and 2 —
Race track Novice - mode 3 Expert - mode 4
Drag strip Novice - mode 5 Expert - modes 6, 7 and 8
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BRAKES
Your vehicle is equipped with a brake system designed for high speed
and superior fade resistance. You may notice occasional brake squeal and
elevated levels of brake dust. This is normal and does not affect brake
system performance.
Use Motorcraft® Wheel and Tire Cleaner to maintain your wheels. Refer
to yourOwner’s Manualfor information on other cleaning products and
vehicle care.
LAUNCH CONTROL
Note:This feature is intended for off road use only where consistent
acceleration is desired. It is not intended for cold, wet or slippery
conditions.
Launch control can be turned on and off with the LC button, or in the
Track Apps menu using the 5-way buttons. RPM setpoint can only be
changed in the Track Apps menu using the 5-way button. Detailed
description of operation modes and recommended usage is outlined in
the AdvanceTrac section.
Launch control is engineered to be used with the original equipment
provided on your GT500. Any modifications to the vehicle may adversely
affect the function or performance.
The launch control feature is integrated with AdvanceTrac® and the
engine controls system to maximize traction from a standing start
acceleration in a straight line. It provides a unique drag start traction
calibration specifically designed for high grip surfaces. This feature lets
you set and hold the desired launch RPM depending on tire temperature,
surface condition or weather. To function properly, AdvanceTrac® must
be ON or in the SPORT mode. If launch control is ON and traction
control is OFF, then the system provides an engine rev control
(two-step) only and no traction management.
Refer to the AdvanceTrac® section to identify the traction modes and
recommended usage.
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