traction control FORD MUSTANG 2016 6.G User Guide

•
Electronically power-assisted steering
adjusts steering effort and feel based
on your selected mode.
• Electronic stability control and traction
control maintain your vehicle control
in adverse conditions or high
performance driving. See Stability
Control (page 142).
• Electronic throttle control enhances
the powertrain response to your inputs.
Using Selectable Drive Modes
Selectable drive modes automatically
tailors your vehicle configuration for each
mode selected. To change the drive mode
setting, toggle the mode button
or switch on the instrument
panel under the display. The first press of
the mode button or switch illuminates the
selected mode, subsequent presses will
change the selected mode.
Note: Mode changes are not available when
the vehicle ignition is off or reverse (R) gear
is selected. In gear position drive (D), the
available modes are Normal, Sport+, Track
and Snow/Wet. In gear position sport (S)
Snow/Wet and Normal mode are
unavailable.
Modes:
• Normal – Delivers a balanced
combination of comfort and handling.
This mode provides an engaging drive
experience and a direct connection to
the road without sacrificing any of the
composure demanded from your
vehicle.
• Sport – Engages when you shift your
automatic transmission into sport (S).
Sport mode increases throttle
response and helps your vehicle
accelerate faster, but does not change
the feel of the steering or stability
system. •
Sport+ – Provides a sportier steering
feel and throttle response. Sport+
mode is ideal for use during more
spirited driving.
• Track – Provides a performance driving
experience. The engine responds
directly to your inputs and takes on a
more powerful tone. Track mode is for
use when pure performance is desired.
A performance oriented traction
control mode is automatically utilized
when Track drive mode is selected. In
this mode, traction control intervention
is reduced and tuned specifically for
track usage only and is not intended
for public roads. See
Using Stability
Control (page 143).
• Snow/Wet - Provides a confident
handling driving experience during poor
weather. This mode provides a
confident drive experience and a direct
connection to the road without
sacrificing any of the composure
demanded from your vehicle.
Note: Selectable driving modes has
diagnostic checks that continuously monitor
the system to ensure proper operation.
Certain selectable drive modes will not be
available based on gear shifter position (for
example, Snow/Wet is not available while
in sport (S) position). If a selected mode is
unavailable due to a system fault or change
in gear shifter position, the selected mode
will default to Normal.
Note: Collision warning with brake support
is automatically disabled when Track mode
is selected.
Selectable Steering
Note: The steering setting defaults to
Normal if the battery is disconnected or
removed.
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When driving through standing water, drive
very slowly and do not stop your vehicle.
Your brake performance and traction may
be limited. After driving through water and
as soon as it is safe to do so:
•
Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the
brakes and to check that they work.
• Check that the horn works.
• Check that the exterior lights work.
• Turn the steering wheel to check that
the steering power assist works.
FLOOR MATS WARNINGS
Always use floor mats that are
designed to fit the foot well of your
vehicle. Only use floor mats that
leave the pedal area unobstructed. Only
use floor mats that are firmly secured to
retention posts so that they cannot slip out
of position and interfere with the pedals
or impair safe operation of your vehicle in
other ways. Pedals that cannot move freely can
cause loss of vehicle control and
increase the risk of serious personal
injury. WARNINGS
Always make sure that the floor
mats are properly attached to the
retention posts in the carpet that are
supplied with your vehicle. Floor mats must
be properly secured to both retention posts
to make sure mats do not shift out of
position. Never place floor mats or any other
covering in the vehicle foot well that
cannot be properly secured to
prevent them from moving and interfering
with the pedals or the ability to control the
vehicle. Never place floor mats or any other
covering on top of already installed
floor mats. Floor mats should always
rest on top of vehicle carpeting surface and
not another floor mat or other covering.
Additional floor mats or any other covering
will reduce the pedal clearance and
potentially interfere with pedal operation. Check attachment of floor mats on
a regular basis. Always properly
reinstall and secure floor mats that
have been removed for cleaning or
replacement. Always make sure that objects
cannot fall into the driver foot well
while the vehicle is moving. Objects
that are loose can become trapped under
the pedals causing a loss of vehicle control. Failure to properly follow floor mat
installation or attachment
instructions can potentially cause
interference with pedal operation causing
a loss of vehicle control. 187
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U.S. Department of
Transportation Tire quality
grades: The U.S. Department of
Transportation requires Ford
Motor Company to give you the
following information about tire
grades exactly as the government
has written it.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a
comparative rating based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a
specified government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150
would wear 1 ½ times as well on
the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative
performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their
use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to
variations in driving habits, service
practices, and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
Traction AA A B C WARNING
The traction grade assigned
to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include
acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning or peak traction
characteristics. The traction grades, from highest
to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The
grades represent the tire
’s ability
to stop on wet pavement as
measured under controlled
conditions on specified
government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction
performance.
Temperature A B C WARNING
The temperature grade for
this tire is established for a
tire that is properly inflated and
not overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive
loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure. The temperature grades are A
(the highest), B and C,
representing the tire
’s resistance
to the generation of heat and its
ability to dissipate heat when
tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high
temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden
tire failure. The grade C
corresponds to a level of
performance which all passenger
car tires must meet under the
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Tire Ply Composition and
Material Used: Indicates the
number of plies or the number of
layers of rubber-coated fabric in
the tire tread and sidewall. Tire
manufacturers also must indicate
the ply materials in the tire and the
sidewall, which include steel,
nylon, polyester, and others.
K. Maximum Load: Indicates the
maximum load in kilograms and
pounds that can be carried by the
tire. See the Safety Compliance
Certification 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 seating
position), for the correct tire
pressure for your vehicle.
L. Treadwear, Traction and
Temperature Grades:
*Treadwear The treadwear grade
is a comparative rating based on
the wear rate of the tire when
tested under controlled conditions
on a specified government test
course. For example, a tire graded
150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government
course as a tire graded 100. *Traction: The traction grades,
from highest to lowest are AA, A,
B, and C. The grades represent the
tire's ability to stop on wet
pavement as measured under
controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction
performance.
*
Temperature: The temperature
grades are A (the highest), B and
C, representing the tire's
resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel.
M. Maximum Inflation
Pressure:
Indicates the tire
manufacturers' maximum
permissible pressure or the
pressure at which the maximum
load can be carried by the tire. This
pressure is normally higher than
the vehicle manufacturer's
recommended cold inflation
pressure which can be found on
the Safety Compliance
Certification 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 seating
position), or Tire Label which is
located on the B-Pillar or the edge
of the driver ’s door. The cold
inflation pressure should never be
set lower than the recommended
pressure on the vehicle label.
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Non-directional tires
Vehicles equipped with
different size tires on the front
and rear axle
USING SUMMER TIRES (If
Equipped)
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
WARNINGS
Driving too fast for conditions creates
the possibility of loss of vehicle
control. Driving at very high speeds
for extended periods of time may result in
damage to vehicle components. Snow tires must be the same size,
load index, speed rating as those
originally provided by Ford. Use of
any tire or wheel not recommended by
Ford can affect the safety and
performance of your vehicle, which could
result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and
death. Additionally, the use of
non-recommended tires and wheels could
cause steering, suspension, axle, transfer
case or power transfer unit failure. The tires on your vehicle may have
all-weather treads to provide traction in
rain and snow. However, in some climates,
you may need to use snow tires and chains.
Use chains on the tires only in an
emergency or if the law requires them.
Note:
The suspension insulation and
bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage.
Do not remove these components from your
vehicle when using snow tires and chains.
Follow these guidelines when using snow
tires and chains:
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TRADEMARKS: This EULA does not grant
you any rights in connection with any
trademarks or service marks of FORD
MOTOR COMPANY, its affiliates, and third
party software and service providers.
PRODUCT SUPPORT: Please refer to
FORD MOTOR COMPANY instructions
provided in the documentation for the
DEVICES product support, such as the
vehicle owner guide.
Should you have any questions concerning
this EULA, or if you desire to contact FORD
MOTOR COMPANY for any other reason,
please refer to the address provided in the
documentation for the DEVICES.
No Liability for Certain Damages:
EXCEPT AS PROHIBITED BY LAW, FORD
MOTOR COMPANY, ANY THIRD PARTY
SOFTWARE OR SERVICES SUPPLIERS,
AND THEIR AFFILIATES SHALL HAVE NO
LIABILITY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR
PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE. THIS
LIMITATION SHALL APPLY EVEN IF ANY
REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL
PURPOSE. THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES
OTHER THAN THOSE THAT MAY BE
EXPRESSLY PROVIDED FOR YOUR NEW
VEHICLE.
SYNC® Automotive Important Safety
Information Read and follow
instructions:
• Before using your SYNC® system, read
and follow all instructions and safety
information provided in this end user
manual ("Owner Guide".) Not
following precautions found in the
Owner Guide can lead to an accident
or other serious injuries. General Operation
•
Voice Command Control
: Certain
functions within the SYNC® system
may be accomplished using voice
commands. Using voice commands
while driving helps you to operate the
system without removing your hands
from the wheel or eyes from the road.
• Prolonged Views of Screen:
Do not
access any function requiring a
prolonged view of the screen while you
are driving. Pull over in a safe and legal
manner before attempting to access a
function of the system requiring
prolonged attention.
• Volume Setting:
Do not raise the
volume excessively. Keep the volume
at a level where you can still hear
outside traffic and emergency signals
while driving. Driving while unable to
hear these sounds could cause an
accident.
• Navigation Features:
Any navigation
features included in the system are
intended to provide turn by turn
instructions to get you to a desired
destination. Please make certain all
persons using this system carefully
read and follow instructions and safety
information fully.
• Distraction Hazard:
Any navigation
features may require manual
(non-verbal) setup. Attempting to
perform such set-up or insert data
while driving can distract your attention
and could cause an accident or other
serious injury. Stop the vehicle in a safe
and legal manner before attempting
these operations.
• Let Your Judgment Prevail:
Any
navigation features are provided only
as an aid. Make your driving decisions
based on your observations of local
conditions and existing traffic
regulations. Any such feature is not a
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Information Messages.................................88
Adaptive Cruise Control.................................... 88
AdvanceTrac ™..................................................... 89
Airbag....................................................................... 89
Alarm........................................................................\
89
Battery and Charging System......................... 90
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System....................................................... 91
Collision Warning System.................................. 91
Doors and Locks.................................................... 91
Engine....................................................................... 92
Fuel........................................................................\
.... 92
Hill Start Assist...................................................... 92
Keys and Intelligent Access.............................. 92
Maintenance.......................................................... 93
MyKey....................................................................... 94
Park Aid.................................................................... 94
Park Brake............................................................... 95
Rear Axle................................................................. 95
Remote Start......................................................... 95
Seats........................................................................\
. 95
Starting System ................................................... 96
Steering System................................................... 96
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.................... 97
Traction Control.................................................... 97
Transmission.......................................................... 97
Installing Child Restraints............................16
Child Seats............................................................... 16
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts.......................... 17
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)............................................ 19
Using Tether Straps............................................. 20
Instrument Cluster
.........................................74
Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................67 Vehicles With Front Fog Lamps...................... 67
Vehicles Without Front Fog Lamps...............67
Interior Lamps
.................................................69
Map Lamps............................................................ 69
Interior Luggage Compartment Release
............................................................57
Interior Mirror....................................................72 Auto-Dimming Mirror.......................................... 72
Introduction.........................................................7 J
Jump Starting the Vehicle..........................191
Connecting the Jumper Cables...................... 191
Jump Starting....................................................... 192
Preparing Your Vehicle....................................... 191
Removing the Jumper Cables........................ 192
K
Keyless Starting
.............................................119
Ignition Modes...................................................... 119
Keys and Remote Controls.........................43
L
Lighting Control..............................................65 Headlamp Flasher............................................... 66
High Beams............................................................ 65
Lighting..............................................................65 General Information............................................ 65
Limited Slip Differential..............................137 Traction-Lok ™ and TORSEN™ Axles.........137
Load Carrying
.................................................170
Load Limit........................................................170
Vehicle Loading - with and without a
Trailer.................................................................. 170
Locking and Unlocking
.................................53
Activating Intelligent Access ........................... 54
Autolock Feature.................................................. 55
Auto Relock............................................................ 55
Battery Saver.......................................................... 57
Illuminated Entry.................................................. 56
Illuminated Exit..................................................... 56
Key Blade................................................................. 55
Luggage Compartment...................................... 57
Power Door Locks................................................ 53
Remote Control..................................................... 53
Smart Unlocks ...................................................... 54
Locks...................................................................53
Lug Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel........................ 261
M
Maintenance.................................................209 General Information......................................... 209
Manual Climate Control..............................99
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SYNC™...........................................................299
General Information......................................... 299
SYNC™ Troubleshooting.........................329
T
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications............268
Temporary Mobility Kit
..............................235
First Stage: Inflating the Tire with Sealing
Compound and Air........................................ 237
General Information......................................... 236
Second Stage: Checking Tire Pressure............................................................ 239
Tips for Use of the Kit...................................... 236
What to Do After the Tire has Been Sealed............................................................... 239
What to do When a Tire Is Punctured........237
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only).......................196
Tire Care
...........................................................241
Glossary of Tire Terminology......................... 243
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading.............................................................. 241
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall........................................................... 244
Temperature A B C............................................ 242
Traction AA A B C............................................... 242
Treadwear............................................................. 242
Tire Inflation When Punctured See: Temporary Mobility Kit........................... 235
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........257 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System....................................... 258
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...................................... 258
Tire Repair Kit See: Temporary Mobility Kit........................... 235
Tires See: Wheels and Tires..................................... 235
Towing a Trailer..............................................177 Load Placement................................................... 177
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels............................................................181
Emergency Towing.............................................. 181
Recreational Towing........................................... 181
Towing...............................................................177 Traction Control
.............................................141
Principle of Operation........................................ 141
Transmission Code Designation
.............274
Transmission..................................................132
Transmission See: Transmission............................................... 132
Transporting the Vehicle.............................181
Type Approvals
.............................................375
RF Certification Logos for Tire Pressure
Monitoring Sensor(s).................................. 375
U
Under Hood Overview - 2.3L EcoBoost™...................................................211
Under Hood Overview - 3.7L.....................212
Under Hood Overview - 5.0L....................213
Universal Garage Door Opener.................113 HomeLink Wireless Control System.............113
USB Port.........................................................298
Using Adaptive Cruise Control.................152 Automatic Cancellation................................... 156
Blocked Sensor.................................................... 157
Canceling the Set Speed................................. 155
Changing the Set Speed.................................. 155
Detection Issues................................................. 156
Following a Vehicle............................................ 153
Hilly Condition Usage........................................ 156
Overriding the Set Speed................................ 155
Resuming the Set Speed................................. 155
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speed..............153
Setting the Gap Distance................................ 154
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control On........................................................................\
153
Switching the System Off............................... 156
Switching to Normal Cruise Control...........158
System Not Available........................................ 157
Using Cruise Control.....................................151 Switching Cruise Control Off.......................... 152
Switching Cruise Control On........................... 151
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems..........................................................52
Using Snow Chains.....................................256
Using Stability Control
................................143
AdvanceTrac ™ ................................................... 143
Line Lock................................................................ 144
Using Summer Tires
...................................256
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Using SYNC™ With Your Media
Player............................................................320
Accessing Your USB Song Library...............324
Bluetooth Devices and System Settings............................................................ 326
Connecting Your Digital Media Player to the USB Port.......................................................... 320
Media Menu Features....................................... 324
Media Voice Commands.................................. 321
USB 2...................................................................... 326
Voice Commands for Audio Sources..........327
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............303 Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu................................................................. 308
Accessing Your Phone Settings...................... 311
Bluetooth Devices............................................... 312
Making Calls........................................................ 306
Pairing a Phone for the First Time...............303
Pairing Subsequent Phones......................... 304
Phone Options during an Active Call.........307
Phone Voice Commands............................... 305
Receiving Calls.................................................... 307
System Settings.................................................. 313
Text Messaging.................................................. 309
Using Traction Control.................................141 Switching the System Off ............................... 141
System Indicator Lights and Messages........................................................... 141
Using Voice Recognition............................301 Initiating a Voice Session................................. 301
System Interaction and Feedback..............302
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)..........................197
V
Vehicle Care...................................................228 General Information......................................... 228
Vehicle Certification Label........................274
Vehicle Identification Number
................273 Vehicle Storage.............................................233
Battery................................................................... 234
Body........................................................................\
233
Brakes..................................................................... 234
Cooling system................................................... 233
Engine..................................................................... 233
Fuel system.......................................................... 233
General.................................................................. 233
Miscellaneous..................................................... 234
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................234
Tires........................................................................\
234
Ventilation See: Climate Control.......................................... 99
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number.............273
Voice Control...................................................62
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators.................76 Adaptive Cruise Control..................................... 76
Anti-Lock Braking System................................. 76
Battery...................................................................... 76
Blind Spot Monitor............................................... 76
Brake System......................................................... 76
Cruise Control......................................................... 77
Direction Indicator................................................ 77
Door Ajar................................................................... 77
Engine Coolant Temperature........................... 77
Engine Oil................................................................. 77
Fasten Safety Belt................................................ 77
Front Airbag............................................................. 77
Front Fog Lamps................................................... 77
Heads Up Display.................................................. 77
High Beam............................................................... 78
Low Fuel Level....................................................... 78
Low Tire Pressure Warning............................... 78
Parking Lamps....................................................... 78
Service Engine Soon............................................ 78
Stability Control.................................................... 78
Stability Control Off............................................ 79
Washer Fluid Check....................................220
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 228
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 63
Waxing.............................................................229
Welcome Lighting..........................................69 Pony Projection Lights....................................... 69
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