brakes FORD MUSTANG 2023 Owner's Guide

Initiating Line Lock
The initiation stage verifies that the vehicleis ready for line lock function, and confirmsdriver intent. Follow the prompts in theinformation display to initiate line lock.
The following conditions must be met toinitialize line lock:
•The vehicle is on a level surface.
•The engine is running.
•The vehicle is traveling less than25 mph (40 km/h).
•Selectable drive mode is not in wetmode (if equipped).
•There are no electronic stability controlfaults.
If you want to cancel line lock once it isinitialized, press the left informationdisplay control. Once initiated, line lock isprepared for activation and remainsinitiated up to 25 mph (40 km/h). If vehiclespeed exceeds 25 mph (40 km/h), line lockautomatically cancels.
Engaging Line Lock
Follow the prompts in the informationdisplay to engage line lock after it isinitialized. To engage, firmly apply thebrakes. Then press the OK button. Onceengaged, release the brake pedal. Thefront brakes remain applied and the rearbrakes release. At this point, theengagement timer is initiated and shownon the driver information display.
The following conditions must be met toengage line lock:
•The vehicle is on a level surface.
•The engine is running.
•The vehicle is stopped.
•The parking brake is not applied.
•The driver door is closed.
•The transmission is in a forward gear.
•Selectable drive mode is not in wetmode (if equipped).
•There are no electronic stability controlfaults.
•The steering wheel must be in thestraight ahead position.
Releasing Line Lock
While line lock is engaged, you can exit(release) the feature using the OK button.When you press the OK button, line lockreleases immediately and normal vehiclefunction resumes. When line lock engages,a countdown timer shows the remainingtime before line lock is releasedautomatically. If you exceed the time limit,or another vehicle condition requires linelock to release, the system safelydisengages and normal vehicle functionresumes.
Note:If you apply the brake pedal whileline lock is engaged, line lock automaticallycancels and normal brake function resumes.
Performance Shift Indicator
The performance shift indicator displaysa row of colored lights that representengine RPM.
The performance shift indicator menuallows you to:
•Choose whether the indicator is shownon the windshield or informationdisplay.
•Set a shift point within the allowableRPM range in increments of 100.
•Enable or disable the associated shifttone, based on the set shift point.
•Set the between off, change with drivemode, tach, track and drag.
•Set the light intensity. The intensityadjusts between day time and nighttime.
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Rear Gurney Flap
The rear Gurney flap must be removedfor on-road driving.
Your vehicle may include a removableGurney flap in the luggage compartment.The Gurney flap greatly enhances highspeed stability and performance on thetrack. It is recommended that you use theGurney flap at all tracks featuring highspeed corners and can be used at any trackregardless of cornering speeds.
You could benefit from the removal Gurneyflap to improve low speed balance onsmaller tracks with maximum corneringspeeds below 70 mph (112 km/h). Werecommend that you attach the Gurneyflap for all track events and carefullyassess both the vehicle's condition andyour capability before removal.
Note:The Gurney flap comes with longersize bolts to install it onto the rear spoiler.Do not use the longer size bolts withoutthe Gurney flap attached or damage tothe spoiler may occur.
Catch Can
If you plan to track your vehicle and it didnot come with an oil catch can, werecommend that you purchase the catchcan kit though your authorized dealer orFord Performance Parts Catalog.
Installation instructions are included withthe catch can.
The catch can has a self-draining featureand does not require any maintenance.
Brake Burnishing (GT PerformancePackage and Mach 1 Only)
The brakes should be properly burnishedprior to heavy track use. Excessive brakenoise may occur after the track burnish ortrack use. Perform this procedure in a safemanner on dry pavement, and incompliance with all local and stateordinances and laws regarding motorvehicle operation.
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How to Burnish the Brakes
Initial low temperature bedding:
•If your brakes already have 200 mi(322 km) or more of city driving, skipthis step and go directly to the hightemperature bedding cycle procedure.Otherwise, perform at least 30 stopsfrom 50 mph (80 km/h) at 1/3 gdeceleration with 1 mi (1.2 km) spacingbetween stops. A deceleration gaugecan be accessed through theTrackApps menu in your instrumentdisplay.
High temperature bedding cycle:
•Beginning with cool brakes, perform 15consecutive stops back to back,accelerating at 3/4 throttle to 80 mph(128 km/h) and braking to 20 mph(32 km/h) at 1.0 g deceleration. Thebrakes may omit an odor or smokeduring this part of the procedure.
Cool down:
•Cool the brakes down by driving one ortwo laps,5 mi (8 km), at 60 mph(96 km/h) with minimal to no brakeusage.
Recovery low temperature bedding:
•Perform at least 30 stops from 50 mph(80 km/h) at 13 g deceleration with0.7 mi (1.2 km) spacing between stops.A deceleration gauge can be accessedthrough the TrackApps menu in theinstrument cluster display.
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Body
•Wash your vehicle thoroughly toremove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud fromexterior surfaces, rear-wheel housingand the underside of front fenders.
•Periodically wash your vehicle if it isstored in exposed locations.
•Touch-up exposed or primed metal toprevent rust.
•Cover chrome and stainless steel partswith a thick coat of auto wax to preventdiscoloration. Re-wax as necessarywhen you wash your vehicle.
•Lubricate all hood, door and luggagecompartment hinges and latches witha light grade oil.
•Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
•Keep all rubber parts free from oil andsolvents.
Engine
•Change the engine oil and filter prior tostorage because used engine oilcontains contaminates which maycause engine damage.
•Start the engine every 15 days for aminimum of 15 minutes. Run at fastidle with the climate controls set todefrost until the engine reaches normaloperating temperature.
•With your foot on the brake, shiftthrough all the gears while the engineis running.
•We recommend that you change theengine oil before you use your vehicleagain.
Fuel system
•Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fueluntil the first automatic shutoff of thefuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
•Protect against freezing temperatures.
•When removing your vehicle fromstorage, check coolant fluid level.Confirm that there are no coolingsystem leaks and that fluid is at therecommended level.
Disconnecting Your 12 Volt Battery
•Check and recharge as necessary. Keepconnections clean.
•If storing your vehicle for more than 30days without recharging the battery,we recommend that you disconnectthe battery cables to maintain batterycharge for quick starting.
Note:It is necessary to reset memoryfeatures if you disconnect the batterycables.
Brakes
•Make sure the brakes and parking brakerelease fully.
Tires
•Maintain recommended air pressure.
Miscellaneous
•Make sure all linkages, cables, leversand pins under your vehicle are coveredwith grease to prevent rust.
•Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)every 15 days to lubricate working partsand prevent corrosion.
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A/CSee: Climate Control.........................................126About This Manual...........................................9About This Supplement - Mach 1...............9ABSSee: Brakes.............................................................171ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes..................................................................171Accessories....................................................446AccessoriesSee: Replacement PartsRecommendation............................................19ACCSee: Using Adaptive Cruise Control............185Adjusting the Headlamps.........................274Adjusting the Steering Wheel....................75Airbag Disposal...............................................57Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control.........................................126Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.3LEcoBoost™/5.0L..........................................263See: Changing the Engine Air Filter - 5.0L,Mach 1...............................................................264AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm.........................................74Ambient Lighting............................................83Anti-Theft Alarm............................................74Appendices...................................................496Apps.................................................................428At a Glance.......................................................23Audible Warnings and Indicators.............97Audio Control...................................................75Audio System................................................373General Information..........................................373Audio Unit - Vehicles With: 4.2 InchCenter Display Screen.............................373Audio Unit - Vehicles With: 8 Inch CenterDisplay Screen............................................375Autolamps.........................................................81Automatic Climate Control.......................127Automatic High Beam Control.................84Automatic High Beam ControlIndicators.......................................................84Automatic Transmission...........................164
Automatic Transmission FluidCheck.............................................................270Autowipers........................................................78Auxiliary Power Points................................144
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery.......................271Blind Spot Information System...............197BLISSee: Blind Spot Information System...........197Body Styling Kits.........................................300Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood...........257Booster Seats..................................................35Brake Fluid Check........................................270Brakes.................................................................171General Information............................................171Brake System Specifications - Mach1.......................................................................339Breaking-In.....................................................230Bulb Specification Chart..........................366
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Canceling the Set Speed...........................185Capacities and Specifications - 2.3LEcoBoost™.................................................345Capacities and Specifications - 5.0L,Mach 1...........................................................353Capacities and Specifications -5.0L................................................................359Capacities and Specifications................337Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior..............................293See: Cleaning the Exterior - Mach 1............293Catalytic Converter......................................160Center Console..............................................145Changing a Bulb...........................................276Changing a Fuse...........................................255Changing a Road Wheel...........................330Changing the 12V Battery...........................271Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.3LEcoBoost™/5.0L......................................263Changing the Engine Air Filter - 5.0L,Mach 1...........................................................264
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Electromagnetic Compatibility..............496Emission Law.................................................159Enabling Remote Start...............................123End User License Agreement.................499Engine Block Heater....................................150Engine Coolant Check...............................265Engine Emission Control............................159Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................73Engine Oil Check..........................................262Engine Oil Dipstick......................................262Engine Specifications - 2.3LEcoBoost™..................................................337Engine Specifications - 5.0L, Mach1........................................................................337Engine Specifications - 5.0L...................339Entertainment..............................................409Environment.....................................................22Essential Towing Checks...........................221Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording.............................................15Export Unique Options..................................21Extending the Remote StartDuration.........................................................123Exterior Mirrors................................................87
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Fastening the Seatbelts...............................41Flat TireSee: Changing a Road Wheel.......................330Flat Tire InflationSee: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.................301Floor Mats........................................................231Fog Lamps - FrontSee: Front Fog Lamps........................................82Ford Credit.........................................................19Ford Protect...................................................447Front Fog Lamps............................................82Front Passenger Sensing System............50Fuel and Refueling.......................................152Fuel Consumption........................................157Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................153Fuel Filter.........................................................275Fuel Quality.....................................................152Fuel Shutoff...................................................234
Fuses................................................................246Fuse Specification Chart..........................246
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Garage Door Opener...................................140Garage Door Opener Limitations...........140Garage Door Opener Precautions..........140Garage Door Opener RadioFrequencies.................................................143Gauges - Mach 1.............................................90Gauges - Vehicles With: 12.3 InchInstrument Cluster DisplayScreen.............................................................90Gauges - Vehicles With: 4.2 InchInstrument Cluster DisplayScreen..............................................................92GearboxSee: Transmission..............................................163General Information on RadioFrequencies...................................................58General Maintenance Information.......449Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.........................................................242Getting the Services You Need...............239Glasses Holder...............................................145Global Opening..............................................86
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HandbrakeSee: Parking Brake..............................................172Hazard Flashers............................................234Headlamp AdjustingSee: Adjusting the Headlamps.....................274Headlamp Exit Delay.....................................81HeadrestSee: Head Restraints.........................................133Head Restraints.............................................133Heated Exterior Mirrors................................131Heated Rear Window...................................131HeatingSee: Climate Control.........................................126Hill Start Assist..............................................173Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate- Vehicles With: AutomaticTemperature Control...............................130
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Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate- Vehicles With: Manual TemperatureControl...........................................................129Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes..............................................................171Hood LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood...........257Horn......................................................................77How Does the Garage Door OpenerWork...............................................................140
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In California (U.S. Only)............................240Information Display Control - VehiclesWith: SYNC 3.................................................76Information Display Control - VehiclesWith: SYNC....................................................76Information Displays....................................98General Information - Mach 1..........................98General Information - Vehicles With: 12.3Inch Instrument Cluster DisplayScreen...............................................................108General Information - Vehicles With: 4.2Inch Instrument Cluster DisplayScreen................................................................102Information Messages.................................112Installing Child Restraints - Mach 1..........27Installing Child Restraints - VehiclesWith: GT500 Track Package...................34Installing Child Restraints - VehiclesWithout: GT500 Track Package............28Instrument Cluster........................................90Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................81Instrument Panel............................................23Interior Air Quality.........................................132Interior Lamps.................................................83Interior Luggage CompartmentRelease............................................................72Interior Mirror...................................................88Introduction........................................................9
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Jump Starting the Vehicle........................235
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Keyless Starting............................................146Keys and Remote Controls.........................58
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Lane Keeping System.................................193Lighting Control..............................................80Lighting..............................................................80General Information...........................................80Limited Slip Differential.............................170Load Carrying.................................................214Load Limit........................................................214Locating the Cabin Air Filter......................132Locking and Unlocking.................................67Lug NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel.......................330
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Maintenance..................................................257General Information..........................................257Manual Climate Control.............................126Manual Seats.................................................135Manual Transmission Fluid Check -6-Speed Manual Transmission –3160...............................................................269Manual Transmission Fluid Check -6-Speed Manual Transmission –MT82.............................................................270Manual Transmission..................................163Memory Function.........................................136Message CenterSee: Information Displays.................................98MirrorsSee: Windows and Mirrors...............................86Mobile CommunicationsEquipment.....................................................20Motorcraft Parts - 2.3LEcoBoost™.................................................342Motorcraft Parts - 5.0L, Mach 1..............344Motorcraft Parts - 5.0L..............................343MyKey Settings...............................................63Configurable MyKey Settings..........................63Non-Configurable MyKey Settings................63MyKey – Troubleshooting...........................65MyKey – Frequently Asked Questions.........66
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