engine FORD MUSTANG 2023 User Guide

WHAT IS MYKEY
MyKey allows you to program keys withrestricted driving modes to promote gooddriving habits.
MYKEY SETTINGS
NON-CONFIGURABLE MYKEYSETTINGS
Seatbelt Reminder or Belt-Minder™
MyKey mutes the audio system until thedrivers, and in some instances, passengers,fasten their seatbelts.
Note:If your vehicle includes an AM/FMradio or a very basic audio system, then theradio may not mute.
Satellite Radio (If Equipped)
Satellite radio adult content restrictions.
Early Low Fuel
The low fuel level warning lamp turns onearlier.
Driving and Parking Aids
Parking aids, blind spot information systemand cross traffic alert turn on when youstart the engine and cannot be switchedoff with a MyKey.
Pre-collision assist and lane keeping alertturn on when you start the engine, but canbe switched off with a MyKey.
A new destination in the navigation systemcan only be set using voice commandswhen using a MyKey, and with your vehiclemoving.
Note:MyKey drivers may be able to turnthe lane departure warning feature off, butthis feature turns back on automaticallywith every new key cycle.
CONFIGURABLE MYKEYSETTINGS
You can configure the following settingsafter creating a MyKey. See Creating aMyKey (page 64).
Speed Limit
WARNING: Do not set MyKeymaximum speed limit to a limit that willprevent the driver from maintaining asafe speed considering posted speedlimits and prevailing road conditions. Thedriver is always responsible to drive inaccordance with local laws andprevailing conditions. Failure to do socould result in accident or injury.
You can set a speed limit for your vehicle.Warning messages appear in theinformation display and a tone sounds ifyour vehicle reaches the set speed. Youcannot override the set speed when usinga MyKey.
Speed Reminder
You can set a speed reminder for yourvehicle. Warning messages appear in theinformation display and a tone sounds ifyour vehicle exceeds the set speed.
Audio System Volume Limit
The audio system maximum volume isreduced. A message appears in theinformation display if you attempt toexceed the volume limit. Automaticvolume control turns off.
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MYKEY – FREQUENTLY ASKEDQUESTIONS - VEHICLES WITH:PUSH BUTTON START
What is an admin key?
•An admin key is a key that you have notcreated as a MyKey. See Creating aMyKey (page 64).
Why am I not able create a MyKey?
•You did not place the admin key in thebackup position. See Creating aMyKey (page 64).
•You did not use an admin key to switchthe ignition on.
•The key used to switch the ignition onis the only admin key. At least one keyneeds to remain as an admin key.
•You did not switch the ignition off aftercreating the last MyKey.
Why am I not able to program aMyKey?
•The admin key is not inside yourvehicle.
•The key used to switch the ignition onis not an admin key.
•You have not created any MyKeys. SeeCreating a MyKey (page 64).
Why am I not able to clear theMyKeys?
•The admin key is not inside yourvehicle.
•The key used to switch the ignition onis not an admin key.
•You have not created any MyKeys. SeeCreating a MyKey (page 64).
Why is the MyKey distance notaccumulating?
•The key used to start the engine is anadmin key.
•An admin key and a MyKey are insideyour vehicle.
•You have not created any MyKeys. SeeCreating a MyKey (page 64).
•You have cleared the MyKeys.
Why am I not able to start theengine with a MyKey?
•An admin key and a MyKey are insideyour vehicle.
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Quick Action Menus
See Information Displays (page 98).
HORN
Press on the center of thesteering wheel near the horn iconto activate the horn.
SWITCHING THE HEATED
STEERING WHEEL ON AND OFF
(IF EQUIPPED)
Touch the button to switch theheated steering wheel on andoff.
Note:You can use the heated steeringwheel only when the engine is running.
Note:The system uses a sensor and isdesigned to control the temperature of thesteering wheel and to prevent it fromoverheating.
Note:In warm temperatures, the steeringwheel quickly reaches its maximumtemperature and the system reduces thecurrent to the heating element. This couldcause you to think that the system hasstopped working but it has not. This isnormal.
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GAUGES - MACH 1
Oil Pressure Gauge
Indicates the engine oil pressure.
Vacuum Gauge
Indicates the vacuum pressure in theintake.
GAUGES - VEHICLES WITH: 12.3 INCH INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
DISPLAY SCREEN
Tachometer.A
Information Display.B
Speedometer.C
Fuel Gauge.D
Information BarE
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.F
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Information Display
Odometer
Located in the bottom of the informationdisplay. Registers the accumulateddistance your vehicle has traveled.
Trip Computer
See General Information (page 98).
Vehicle Settings and Personalization
See General Information (page 98).
Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge indicates about how muchfuel is in the fuel tank.
The arrow adjacent to the fuel pumpsymbol indicates on which side of yourvehicle the fuel filler door is located.
Note:The fuel gauge may vary slightlywhen your vehicle is moving or on a slope.
Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel level reminder displays andsounds when the distance to emptyreaches 75 mi (120 km) to empty forMyKey, and at 50 mi (80 km),25 mi(40 km),10 mi (20 km) and 0 mi (0 km)for all vehicle keys.
Note:The low fuel reminder can appear atdifferent fuel gauge positions depending onfuel economy conditions. This variation isnormal.
Information Bar
Displays information such as compassdirection, outside air temperature,odometer and transmission gear selector.
Engine Coolant TemperatureGauge
WARNING: Do not remove thecoolant reservoir cap when the engine ison or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10minutes for the cooling system to cooldown. Cover the coolant reservoir capwith a thick cloth to prevent thepossibility of scalding and slowly removethe cap. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury.
Indicates engine coolant temperature. Atnormal operating temperature, the levelindicator will be in the normal range. If theengine coolant temperature exceeds thenormal range, stop your vehicle as soon assafely possible, switch off the engine andlet the engine cool.
Gauge Package (If Equipped)
Oil Pressure Gauge
Indicates the engine oil pressure.
Vacuum or Vacuum and Boost Gauge
Indicates the vacuum or vacuum and boostpressure in the intake.
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GAUGES - VEHICLES WITH: 4.2 INCH INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
DISPLAY SCREEN
Tachometer.A
Information Display.B
Speedometer.C
Fuel Gauge.D
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.E
Information Display
Odometer
Located in the bottom of the informationdisplay. Registers the accumulateddistance your vehicle has traveled.
Trip Computer
See General Information (page 98).
Vehicle Settings and Personalization
See General Information (page 98).
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Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge indicates about how muchfuel is in the fuel tank.
The arrow adjacent to the fuel pumpsymbol indicates on which side of yourvehicle the fuel filler door is located.
Note:The fuel gauge may vary slightlywhen your vehicle is moving or on a slope.
Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel level reminder displays andsounds when the distance to emptyreaches 75 mi (120 km) to empty forMyKey, and at 50 mi (80 km),25 mi(40 km),10 mi (20 km) and 0 mi (0 km)for all vehicle keys.
Note:The low fuel reminder can appear atdifferent fuel gauge positions depending onfuel economy conditions. This variation isnormal.
Information Bar
Displays information such as compassdirection, outside air temperature,odometer and transmission gear selector.
Engine Coolant TemperatureGauge
WARNING: Do not remove thecoolant reservoir cap when the engine ison or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10minutes for the cooling system to cooldown. Cover the coolant reservoir capwith a thick cloth to prevent thepossibility of scalding and slowly removethe cap. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury.
Indicates engine coolant temperature. Atnormal operating temperature, the levelindicator will be in the normal range. If theengine coolant temperature exceeds thenormal range, stop your vehicle as soon assafely possible, switch off the engine andlet the engine cool.
Gauge Package (If Equipped)
Oil Pressure Gauge
Indicates the engine oil pressure.
Vacuum or Vacuum and Boost Gauge
Indicates the vacuum or vacuum and boostpressure in the intake.
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps andindicators alert you to a vehicle conditionthat may become serious. Some lampsilluminate when you start your vehicle tomake sure they work. If any lamps remainon after starting your vehicle, refer to therespective system warning lamp for furtherinformation.
Note:Some warning indicators appear inthe information display and operate thesame as a warning lamp but do notilluminate when you start your vehicle.
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Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator
(If Equipped)
It illuminates when you switchthe system on.
It illuminates white when thesystem is in standby mode. It illuminatesgreen when you set the adaptive cruisespeed.
See Using Adaptive Cruise Control(page 185).
Airbag Warning Lamp
If it does not illuminate when youswitch the ignition on, continuesto flash or remains on when theengine is running, this indicates amalfunction. Have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible.
Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. Your vehiclecontinues to have normal braking withoutthe anti-lock brake system function. Haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Automatic Headlamp High BeamIndicator (If Equipped)
It illuminates when the systemautomatically turns theheadlamp high beam on.
See What Is Automatic High BeamControl (page 84).
Battery
If it illuminates while driving, itindicates a malfunction. Switchoff all unnecessary electricalequipment and have the systemimmediately checked.
Blind Spot Information SystemIndicator
It illuminates when you switchthe system off.
See Blind Spot InformationSystem (page 197).
Brake System Warning Lamp
WARNING: Driving your vehiclewith the warning lamp on is dangerous.A significant decrease in brakingperformance may occur. It may take youlonger to stop your vehicle. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.Driving extended distances with theparking brake engaged can cause brakefailure and the risk of personal injury.
Note:Indicators vary depending on region.
This lamp is a dual function lamp andilluminates when:
•You apply the parking brake with theignition on.
•Your vehicle has a brake fault or lowbrake fluid level, regardless of parkingbrake position.
If the lamp illuminates when youare moving, you may have theparking brake applied. Make surethe parking brake is off. Haveyour vehicle checked as soon aspossible if the lamp continues toilluminate.
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Cruise Control Indicator
It illuminates when you switchthe system on.
See Switching Cruise ControlOn and Off (page 184).
Direction Indicator
It illuminates when you switchon the left or right directionindicator or the hazard warningflasher. Flashes during operation. Anincrease in the rate of flashing warns of afailed indicator bulb.
Door Ajar Warning Lamp
Displays when the ignition is onand any door is not completelyclosed.
Engine Coolant TemperatureWarning Lamp
If it illuminates when your vehicleis moving, this indicates that theengine is overheating. Stop yourvehicle as soon as it is safe to do so andswitch the engine off. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible.
Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp
It illuminates and a chimesounds until you fasten theseatbelts.
Front Fog Lamp Indicator (If Equipped)
It illuminates when you switchthe front fog lamps on.
Headlamp High Beam Indicator
It illuminates when you switchthe high beam headlamps on. Itflashes when you use theheadlamp flasher.
Hood Ajar
It illuminates when the ignitionis on and you do not have thehood completely closed.
Lane Keeping System Lamp
Illuminates when the systemactivates.
Launch Control
Illuminates when this feature isready, including both slip controland engine RPM hold.
Illuminates when only engineRPM hold is active. See TrackUse (page 285).
Low Beam Malfunction
Lights when there is amalfunction with the low beamheadlamp bulb.
Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when you aredriving, refuel as soon aspossible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp
Illuminates when your tirepressure is low. If the lampremains on with the enginerunning or when driving, check your tirepressure as soon as possible.
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It also illuminates momentarily when youswitch the ignition on to confirm the lampis functional. If it does not illuminate whenyou switch the ignition on, or begins toflash at any time, have the system checkedas soon as possible.
Low Washer Fluid Level WarningLamp
Illuminates when the washerfluid is low.
Oil Pressure Warning Lamp
Illuminates when you switch theignition on.
If it illuminates when the engineis running this indicates a malfunction.Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe todo so and switch the engine off. Check theengine oil level. If the oil level is sufficient,this indicates a system malfunction. Haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.
See Engine Oil Check (page 262).
Parking Lamps
Illuminate when you switch theparking lamps on.
Powertrain Fault
Illuminates when the systemdetects a powertrain fault. Haveyour vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
Service Engine Soon
If it illuminates when the engineis running this indicates amalfunction. The On BoardDiagnostics system has detected amalfunction of the vehicle emission controlsystem.
If it flashes, engine misfire may beoccurring. Increased exhaust gastemperatures could damage the catalyticconverter or other vehicle components.Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavyacceleration and deceleration) and haveyour vehicle immediately serviced.
It illuminates when you switch the ignitionon prior to engine start to check the bulband to indicate whether your vehicle isready for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) testing.
Normally, it illuminates until the enginecranks and automatically turns off if nomalfunctions are present. However, if after15 seconds it flashes eight times, thisindicates that your vehicle is not ready forInspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.
See Catalytic Converter (page 160).
Shift Indicator (If Equipped)
Illuminates to inform you thatshifting to a higher gear asindicated may give better fueleconomy and lower CO2emissions. It does not illuminate duringperiods of high acceleration, braking orwhen you press the clutch pedal.
Stability Control and TractionControl Indicator
Flashes during operation.
If it does not illuminate when youswitch the ignition on, or remainson when the engine is running, thisindicates a malfunction. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible.
Note:The system automatically turns offif there is a malfunction.
See Using Stability Control (page 176).See Using Traction Control (page 174).
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