warning FORD MUSTANG MACH E 2023 Workshop Manual

ADJUSTING THE EXTERIOR
MIRRORS
WARNING: Do not adjust themirrors when your vehicle is moving. Thiscould result in the loss of control of yourvehicle, serious personal injury or death.
Power fold.A
Window and child safety lock.B
Adjustment control.C
Right-hand mirror.D
Left-hand mirror.E
To adjust the mirrors, switch your vehicleon, with the push button start in accessorymode or your vehicle running.
1.Select the mirror you want to adjust.The control light turns on.
2.Use the adjustment control to adjustthe position of the mirror.
3.Press the mirror control again. Thecontrol light turns off.
FOLDING THE EXTERIOR
MIRRORS - VEHICLES WITH:
POWER FOLDING MIRRORS
Power-Folding Mirrors (If Equipped)
To fold both mirrors, switch your vehicleon, with the push button start in accessorymode or your vehicle running.
For tight parking conditions,press the control switch to foldthe mirrors.
Press the control switch again to unfoldthe mirrors.
Note:Do not stop the mirrors midwaythrough their movement. Wait until themirrors stop moving and press the controlagain.
Note:The left-hand and right-hand mirrorsmove at different rates. For example, onemirror may stop when the other onecontinues to move. This is normal. Movingthe mirrors 10 or more times within oneminute, or repeated folding and unfoldingof the mirrors when holding the controldown during full travel, may disable thesystem to protect the motors fromoverheating. Wait approximately threeminutes with your vehicle running, and upto 10 minutes with your vehicle off, for thesystem to reset and operate as normal.
Loose Mirror
If the power-folding mirrors are manuallyfolded, they may not properly work evenafter you re-position them. You need toreset them if:
•The mirrors vibrate when you drive.
•The mirrors feel loose.
•The mirrors do not stay in the folded orunfolded position.
•One of the mirrors is not in its normaldriving position.
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at 80% displays followed by the time at100%. You can modify your vehicle chargesettings on the information andentertainment display. See Setting theCharging Schedule and Preferences(page 184).
Charge Required to Reach Destination
When the navigation system has an activeroute, the instrument cluster displays thecharge level required in order to reach yourdestination and the time when that chargelevel is available.
WHAT ARE THE INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER WARNING LAMPS
Warning lamps alert you to a vehiclecondition that could become serious.Some lamps illuminate when you startyour vehicle to make sure they work. If anylamps remain on after starting your vehicle,refer to the respective system warninglamp for further information.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
WARNING LAMPS
12V Battery
Illuminates when your vehicle isfirst switched on to show it isproperly functioning.
If it illuminates when the motor is running,this indicates your vehicle requires service.Have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
Driving when this warning lamp is on drainsthe 12V battery. If you must drive with thislight on, turn off all accessories.
Anti-Lock Brake System
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates the systemrequires service. Your vehiclecontinues to have normal braking withoutthe anti-lock brake system function. Haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Brake System
Illuminates when you apply theparking brake and your vehicle ison. If it illuminates when yourvehicle is moving, make sure theparking brake is released. If theparking brake is released, thisindicates low brake fluid level or the brakesystem requires service. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible.
Note:Lamps may vary depending on region.
Door Ajar
Illuminates when your vehicle ison and any door is open.
Electric Parking Brake
Illuminates or flashes yellowwhen the electric parking brakerequires service.
Electric Motor CoolantTemperature
If it illuminates, safely stop yourvehicle and switch your vehicleoff.
Fasten Seatbelt
Illuminates and a tone soundsuntil you fasten the seatbelts.
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High Voltage Battery
Illuminates blue under normalconditions. If it illuminatesamber, the battery is low oncharge. If it illuminates red, the battery isdepleted.
Hood Ajar
Illuminates when your vehicle ison and the hood is notcompletely closed.
Icy Road Conditions
WARNING: Even if the temperaturerises to above 39°F (4°C) there is noguarantee that the road is free of hazardscaused by inclement weather.
Illuminates when the outside airtemperature falls below 39°F(4°C).
Liftgate Ajar
Illuminates when your vehicle ison and the rear luggagecompartment is not completelyclosed.
Limited Performance
Illuminates if your vehicle haslimited performance due to acold or hot battery. Drive withcaution. Keep your vehicle connected toa charging system when not in use tomaintain battery temperature.
Low Tire Pressure
Illuminates when your tirepressure is low. If illuminated,check your tire pressure as soonas possible. If it begins to flash at any time,have the system checked as soon aspossible.
Low Washer Fluid Level
Illuminates when the washerfluid is low.
Powertrain Malfunction
Illuminates when the powertrainrequires service. Have thesystem checked as soon aspossible.
Stop Safely
Illuminates if an electricalcomponent requires service or afailure that causes your vehicleto shut down or enter into a limitedoperating mode.
Vehicle Plugged In
Illuminates when your vehicle isplugged in.
WHAT ARE THE INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER INDICATORS
Indicators notify you of various featuresthat are active on your vehicle.
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WHAT IS REMOTE START
The system allows you to remotely startyour vehicle and to adjust the interiortemperature according to the settings thatyou chose.
Note:If your vehicle is plugged in during theremote start operation, it will draw powerfrom the power source and not the vehicle'sbattery.
REMOTE START
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not keep electricaldevices plugged in the power pointwhenever the device is not in use. Powerpoints power up during remote start.
REMOTE START LIMITATIONS
Remote start does not work under thefollowing conditions:
•The alarm horn is sounding.
•The hood is open.
•The vehicle is not in park (P).
•The vehicle is on.
•Remote start has been disabled in thetouchscreen.
•The high voltage or 12 volt battery isbelow the minimum operating voltage.
Note:To use remote start with the FordPass, enable the modem. See ConnectingFordPass to the Modem (page 372). To useremote start with Phone as a Key, enablethe modem and set up Phone As A Key. SeeProgramming Your Phone (page 72).
ENABLING REMOTE START
1.
Press the button on thetouchscreen.
2.Press Vehicle.
3.Press Remote Start Setup.
4.Switch Remote Start on or off.
Note:To remote start with FordPass orPhone as a Key, make sure that the modemis enabled and Phone as a Key is setup. SeeEnabling and Disabling the Modem (page372). See Programming Your Phone (page72).
REMOTELY STARTING AND
STOPPING THE VEHICLE
Remotely Starting the Vehicle
Using your FordPass app, press and holdthe start button.
Note:You can also use the phone as a keyto start the vehicle.
•The direction indicators flash twice.
•The parking lamps turn on when thevehicle is running.
•The horn sounds if the system fails tostart.
•All other vehicle systems remain offwhen you have remotely started thevehicle.
•The vehicle remains secured when youhave remotely started the vehicle. Avalid key must be inside your vehicle toswitch the vehicle on and drive yourvehicle.
Remotely Stopping the Vehicle
Using your FordPass app, press the remotestop button.
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FRONT SEAT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Sitting improperly, outof position or with the seatback reclinedtoo far can take weight off the seatcushion and affect the decision of thepassenger sensing system, resulting inserious injury or death in the event of acrash. Always sit upright against yourseat back, with your feet on the floor.
WARNING: Do not recline the seatbackrest too far as this can cause theoccupant to slide under the seatbelt,resulting in personal injury in the eventof a crash.
WARNING: Do not place objectshigher than the top of the seat backrest.Failure to follow this instruction couldresult in personal injury or death in theevent of a sudden stop or crash.
WARNING: Do not adjust the driverseat or seat backrest when your vehicleis moving. This may result in sudden seatmovement, causing the loss of controlof your vehicle.
SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION
When you use them properly, the seat,head restraint, seatbelt and airbags willprovide optimum protection in the eventof a crash.
We recommend that you follow theseguidelines:
•Sit in an upright position with the baseof your spine as far back as possible.
•Do not recline the seat backrest so thatyour torso is more than 30 degreesfrom the upright position.
•Adjust the head restraint so that thetop of it is level with the top of yourhead and as far forward as possible.Make sure that you remaincomfortable.
•Keep sufficient distance betweenyourself and the steering wheel. Werecommend a minimum of 10 in(25 cm) between your breastbone andthe airbag cover.
•Hold the steering wheel with your armsslightly bent.
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•Bend your legs slightly so that you canpress the pedals fully.
•Position the shoulder strap of theseatbelt over the center of yourshoulder and position the lap straptightly across your hips.
Make sure that your driving position iscomfortable and that you can maintain fullcontrol of your vehicle.
MANUAL SEATS
HEAD RESTRAINT COMPONENTS
The head restraints consist of:
An energy absorbing headrestraint.A
Guide sleeve adjust and releasebutton.B
Two steel stems.C
Guide sleeve unlock and removebutton (If equipped).D
ADJUSTING THE HEADRESTRAINT
4-Way Head Restraints
WARNING: Fully adjust the headrestraint before you sit in or operate yourvehicle. This will help minimize the riskof neck injury in the event of a crash. Donot adjust the head restraint when yourvehicle is moving.
WARNING: The head restraint is asafety device. Whenever possible itshould be installed and properlyadjusted when the seat is occupied.Failure to adjust the head restraintproperly could reduce its effectivenessduring certain impacts.
WARNING: Adjust the headrestraints for all passengers before youdrive your vehicle. This will help minimizethe risk of neck injury in the event of acrash. Do not adjust the head restraintswhen your vehicle is moving.
Note:Adjust the seat backrest to an uprightdriving position before adjusting the headrestraint. Adjust the head restraint so thatthe top of it is level with the top of yourhead. Make sure that you remaincomfortable. If you are tall, adjust the headrestraint to its highest position.
Pull the head restraint up to raise it.
To lower the head restraint:
1.Press and hold the adjust and releasebutton.
2.Push the head restraint down.
The head restraints may tilt for extracomfort. To tilt the head restraint:
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1.Adjust the seat backrest to an uprightdriving or riding position.
2.Pivot the head restraint forward towardyour head to the preferred position.
After the head restraint reaches theforward-most tilt position, pivot it forwardagain to release it to the rearward, untiltedposition.
Note:Do not attempt to force the headrestraint backward after it is tilted. Instead,continue tilting it forward until the headrestraint releases to the upright position.
REMOVING THE HEAD RESTRAINT
1.Pull up the head restraint until itreaches its highest position.
2.Press and hold the adjust and releasebutton and the unlock and removebutton - if equipped.
3.Pull up the head restraint.
INSTALLING THE HEADRESTRAINT
Align the steel stems into the guide sleevesand push the head restraint down until itlocks.
MOVING THE SEAT BACKWARDAND FORWARD
WARNING: Make sure the seat fullylocks into place by rocking it backwardand forward. Not securing the seat intothe locked position can be dangerous ina crash and could cause serious personalinjury or death.
ADJUSTING THE SEAT BACKREST
WARNING: Do not place cargo orany objects behind the seatback beforereturning it to the original position.
WARNING: Reclining the seatbackcan cause an occupant to slide under theseat's seatbelt, resulting in severepersonal injuries in the event of a crash.
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The non-adjustable head restraints consistof a trimmed foam pad and plastic finishpanels covering the upper structure of theseat backrest.
Properly adjust the seat backrest to anupright driving or riding position, so thatthe head restraint is positioned as close aspossible to the back of your head.
ADJUSTING THE HEADRESTRAINT - VEHICLES WITH:FRONT ADJUSTABLE HEADRESTRAINTS
4-Way Head Restraints
WARNING: Fully adjust the headrestraint before you sit in or operate yourvehicle. This will help minimize the riskof neck injury in the event of a crash. Donot adjust the head restraint when yourvehicle is moving.
WARNING: The head restraint is asafety device. Whenever possible itshould be installed and properlyadjusted when the seat is occupied.Failure to adjust the head restraintproperly could reduce its effectivenessduring certain impacts.
WARNING: Adjust the headrestraints for all passengers before youdrive your vehicle. This will help minimizethe risk of neck injury in the event of acrash. Do not adjust the head restraintswhen your vehicle is moving.
Note:Adjust the seat backrest to an uprightdriving position before adjusting the headrestraint. Adjust the head restraint so thatthe top of it is level with the top of yourhead. Make sure that you remaincomfortable. If you are tall, adjust the headrestraint to its highest position.
Pull the head restraint up to raise it.
To lower the head restraint:
1.Press and hold the adjust and releasebutton.
2.Push the head restraint down.
The head restraints may tilt for extracomfort. To tilt the head restraint:
1.Adjust the seat backrest to an uprightdriving or riding position.
2.Pivot the head restraint forward towardyour head to the preferred position.
After the head restraint reaches theforward-most tilt position, pivot it forwardagain to release it to the rearward, untiltedposition.
Note:Do not attempt to force the headrestraint backward after it is tilted. Instead,continue tilting it forward until the headrestraint releases to the upright position.
REMOVING THE HEAD RESTRAINT
1.Pull up the head restraint until itreaches its highest position.
2.Press and hold the adjust and releasebutton.
3.Pull up the head restraint.
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HEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
HEATED SEAT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Use caution when usingthe heated seat if you are unable to feelpain to your skin because of advancedage, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cordinjury, medication, alcohol use,exhaustion or other physical conditions.The heated seat could cause burns evenat low temperatures, especially if usedfor long periods of time. Failure to followthis instruction could result in personalinjury.
WARNING: Do not poke sharpobjects into the seat cushion or seatbackrest. This could damage the heatedseat element and cause it to overheat.Failure to follow this instruction couldresult in personal injury.
WARNING: Do not place anythingon the seat that blocks the heat, forexample a seat cover or a cushion. Thiscould cause the seat to overheat. Failureto follow this instruction could result inpersonal injury.
Do not:
•Place heavy objects on the seat.
•Operate the heated seat if water or anyother liquid spills on the seat. Allow theseat to dry.
SWITCHING THE HEATED SEATSON AND OFF
The vehicle must be on to use this feature.
Press the heated seat symbol, then selectyour preferred heat level or off. The moreindicators that display, the warmer thetemperature of the seat.
Note:Based on your remote start settings,the heated seats may remain on after youremote start your vehicle. The heated seatsmay also turn on when you start your vehicleif they were on when you switched yourvehicle off.
Automatic Heated Seats (If Equipped)
When you switch on the auto setting, theheated seats switch on to match yourclimate control setting.
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FOLDING THE SEAT BACKREST
WARNING: To prevent possibledamage to the seat or seatbelts, makesure that the seatbelts are not fastenedbefore folding the seatback.
WARNING: When folding orunfolding the seats, take care not to getyour fingers caught between the seatbackrest and seat frame. Failure tofollow this warning could result in seriouspersonal injury.
Press the button and fold the seat backrestforward.
When the rear outermost seat backrestsare folded, place the seatbelts in thestowage clip. This prevents the seatbeltfrom getting caught when the backrest isunfolded.
UNFOLDING THE SEAT BACKREST
WARNING: When unfolding theseat backrests, make sure that theseatbelts are not trapped behind theseat.
WARNING: Make sure that theseats and the seat backrests are secureand fully locked in their catches.
Lift the seat backrest up to unfold it. Makesure the seat latch engages.
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