2012 FORD MUSTANG ECO mode

Performance gauge- performs the following functions:
•Real time mode – measures G
force/acceleration (Note:
Requires initial calibration) See
Setup information.
•1/4 mile data including reaction
time
•0-60 mph times
•60-0 mph distances
•Horsepower -Note:This reading
will vary from advertised engine horsepower. It includes losses
through the drivetrain and other factors such as fuel octane, wind,
weight, road grade, etc.
•Setup
This gauge is intended for off-road use only (racetracks or other
controlled courses or settings).
Real time mode:
The performance gauge calculates/displays acceleration and G-forces
while in real time mode. The customer is required to calibrate/initialize
the performance gauge to ensure proper acceleration measurements
while in real time mode (see Setup section). At vehicle start up, the
performance gauge defaults to real time mode. The gauge stays in real
time mode until the user selects one of the other five operating modes.
The gauge returns to real time mode after exiting the operating modes.
In real time mode, the gauge will display the driver’s choice of
acceleration/deceleration or lateral g-forces on an LED graph and display.
Acceleration forces will be displayed on the bar graph to the right of
center. Deceleration forces will be displayed on the bar graph to the left
of center.
•Press B to change the display to the lateral axis.
•See bar graph forward/lateral high/low under Setup to change the
range of g-forces capable of being displayed on the LED.
Peak Recall – While in any mode, the gauge will record the highest
g-force values for all four axes (accel, decel, left and right).
•Press C to view these values.
•Press A to move to the next value.
•Press B to clear the value.
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The gauge will return to real time mode if no buttons are pressed for
four seconds. Peak g-forces are displayed as shown below.
•PAC - Peak Acceleration g Forces
•PdC - Peak Deceleration g Forces
•PLG - Peak Lateral Left g Forces
•PrG - Peak Lateral Right g Forces
1/4 mile mode:To enter 1/4 mile mode, do the following:
1. Press MODE until “9tr” is displayed.
2. Make sure the vehicle is at a complete stop at the beginning of your
course, then press ENTER to confirm.
3. The display will show “CAL” to indicate mode has been entered. Do
not move your vehicle while the gauge displays “CAL” or you will get
false readings.
4. Begin your 1/4 mile acceleration when the gauge lights the LED bar
graph and the display reads “Go”.
Note:If you have reaction time turned on in the Setup mode, the display
will change from “CAL” to “trEE” and the LED bar graph will change from
yellow to red. When the graph is fully lit, the display will change to “Go”.
During 1/4 mile mode operation, the gauge will calculate 1/4 mile time
(ET) and speed (mph), reaction time (if activated in the Setup mode), and
peak G’s. The 1/4 mile timer does not start until the vehicle starts
accelerating unless you have reaction time enabled. If reaction time is
enabled, the timer starts whenGois displayed. Accelerate through the
entire 1/4 mile distance in order for the gauge to provide you with results.
During 1/4 mile acceleration, the gauge will display an increasing number
which is your calculated speed in mph. When the 1/4 mile distance has
been reached, the gauge will display “Lrun” (last run) followed by “rt”
(reaction time) if enabled, “Et” (elapsed time), and “SPEd” (speed) at
the end of the 1/4 mile.
The gauge will display results once and then display “Lrun” and flash a
bar graph.
•To review your results again, press B. The gauge will display your
reaction time, elapsed time, 1/4 mile speed, and peak G’s.
•To save your results as your new best, press A to display SAVE, then
press B to confirm.
Note:Saving a run as your new best run will overwrite your previous
best run. The gauge will automatically save/overwrite your stored last
run each time you make a new pass.
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•To view your best run, press A until “brun” is displayed, then press B
to view.
•To view the difference between your last run and your best run, press
A until “dIFF” is displayed, then press ENTER to view.
•To exit 1/4 mile mode, press A until “donE” is displayed, then press B
to confirm, or press C to exit. If you need to exit 1/4 mile mode before
accelerating, press the C button. The gauge will also timeout/exit
1/4 mile mode ifGois displayed for more than 60 seconds.
•You may view your previous 1/4 mile results at any time by entering
1/4 mile mode and then press C to view your results.
•The gauge returns to real time mode when exiting this 1/4 mile mode.
0-60 mph mode:
To select 0-60 mph mode, press the MODE button until “0–60” is
displayed. Make sure the vehicle is at a complete stop at the beginning
of your course, and then press ENTER to confirm. The display will show
“CAL” to indicate mode has been entered. Do not move vehicle while
“CAL” is displayed or you will obtain false readings.
During 0-60 mph mode, the gauge will determine your vehicle’s 0-60 mph
acceleration time in seconds and also G-force. Once “Go” is displayed
and LED bar lit, accelerate your vehicle to 60 mph. During acceleration,
the gauge will display increasing mph. When 60 mph has been reached,
the gauge will flash LED bar and display “Lrun”. At this time, bring your
vehicle to a stop in a controlled fashion for the gauge to view your
results.
To view your results, press the B button. To save your results as your
new best, press A once to display “SAVE”, then press B to confirm.
Saving a run as your new best run will overwrite your previous best run.
The gauge will automatically save/overwrite your last run file each time
you make a new pass. To view your best run, press A until “brun” is
displayed and then press B to view. To view the difference between your
last run and your best run, press A until “dIFF” is displayed and then
press enter to view. To exit to Real time mode, press A until “donE” is
displayed, then press B to confirm, or press EXIT.
You may view results at any time by entering 0-60 Mode and then
pressing C to display results. When is “Go” displayed, 0-60 mode may be
exited prior to beginning acceleration by pressing EXIT. 0-60 mode will
time out and return to Real time mode if acceleration is not started one
minute after “Go” is displayed.
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Horsepower mode-Note:This reading will vary from advertised
engine horsepower. It includes losses through the drivetrain and other
factors such as fuel octane, wind, weight, road grade, etc. In order to
obtain the most accurate numbers, it is important that the correct
vehicle weight be stored in the gauge (see Setup section). The gauge has
been preset with the weight preset to 3830 lb (1737 kg) and should be
modified as needed. To select horsepower mode, do the following:
1. Press MODE until “HP” (horsepower) is displayed.
2. Make sure the vehicle is at a complete stop at the beginning of your
course, then press ENTER to confirm. The display will show “CAL” to
indicate mode has been entered.
When the display reads “Go”,
1. Lightly accelerate your vehicle through first gear.
2. Shift between gears at approximately halfway to redline.
3. In second gear, (ideally at 2,000 rpm) accelerate under full throttle up
to, but not exceeding, the engine redline.
4. Let off the accelerator and safely stop the vehicle to view your results
once redline has been reached.
5. The gauge will display your horsepower results. Press B to view your
results again. See the section on viewing best run/last run/etc results.
Setup mode:(There are eight parameters that can be adjusted in Setup
mode).
To select Setup mode, do the following:
1. Press the mode button until “Sup” is displayed.
2. Press the enter button to confirm.
3. Press the exit (C button) to exit setup mode.
Vehicle calibration:
Performing this operation will be necessary in order to obtain correct
readings from the performance gauge while operating in real time mode
and performance modes. The vehicle calibration function allows the
gauge to determine its angle, pitch, and general location in your vehicle,
and to compensate accordingly, allowing you to mount it virtually
anywhere in any position, and still get accurate readings.
To select vehicle calibration mode, enter Setup as described above, then
press the A button until “VCAL” is displayed, then press ENTER to
confirm. “REDY” should display. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop on
a flat and level surface and then press ENTER. “HOLD” will display. At
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this point, the gauge is taking a stationary reading. Do not move the
vehicle at this time or your calibration will be incorrect and you will need
to re-calibrate. Next, the gauge will light all LEDs on the radial bar graph
and display “GO”. Launch your vehicle in a manner using moderate,
steady acceleration with a goal of reaching 15 mph in three to four
seconds (with 3-1/2 seconds as your goal). Accelerate forward, shifting
smoothly if necessary. When finished with the calibration procedure, the
gauge will display “DONE” for three seconds and then return to Real
Time mode. Accelerating too aggressively or too passively in the vehicle
calibration mode will result in an in complete or inaccurate calibration. It
is very important while performing the acceleration part of the vehicle
calibration that the vehicle not bounce up and down or move side to
side. During this calibration process, DO NOT spin the tires, slide the
vehicle sideways, powershift, lug, jerk, bounce or turn the vehicle. Doing
so will cause an incorrect calibration, and you will need to repeat the
calibration process. To check your calibration, change your display to
Real Time Lateral mode (see Real Time mode). When you accelerate and
brake in a straight line you should see very minimal if any lateral G force
displayed. If you do, repeat the calibration process as outlined above. If
problem persists, contact Auto Meter tech support for further assistance.
Roll out:This function only affects the 1/4 mile function. Roll out is the
distance that your vehicle travels before the 1/4 mile timer (ET) starts.
With a roll out of zero, the gauge will give you a slower ET reading than
a drag strip timer, as the gauge will start the timer the instant the car
moves. A zero roll out will be the most accurate indication of how long it
takes your car to cover a standing 1/4 mile. Increasing your roll out
distance will decrease the ET readings that the gauge will display as you
are giving your vehicle a head start up to 18 inches before the timer
starts.
To select roll out:
1. Enter Setup mode, then press A until “UL65” is displayed.
2. Press B to confirm. The number displayed represents roll out distance
in inches, and may be adjusted from 0 to 18.
3. Press A to increase the value shown. Press C to decrease.
4. Press ENTER to confirm your setting when the desired roll out value
is displayed.
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ADVANCETRACSTABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM
AdvanceTracsport mode
The AdvanceTracsystem provides an available sport mode specially
calibrated for the Boss302 and its unique performance characteristics.
This can be selected utilizing the stability control off switch. While in
AdvanceTracsport mode, the selected steering option will be
overridden and placed in sport mode. See theDrivingsection of the
Owner’s Guidefor more information.
DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE THROUGH WATER
The Boss302 has aerodynamic devices attached to the underbody
designed to help control airflow for superior performance. Therefore, the
driver must be especially careful to avoid driving through deep or
standing water. If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable,
proceed very slowly. Never drive through water that is higher than the
bottom of the wheel rims. Water may enter through the air intake due to
the vacuum generated in the engine. Damage caused by the intake of
water in the engine is not covered by the warranty. Refer toTi r e
informationfor more information.
GROUND CLEARANCE
Because of low vehicle ground clearance, use caution when
approaching curbs/curb stops from the front and rear as vehicle
damage will occur. Additionally, when crossing speed bumps or
driveway curbs, Ford recommends approaching at a very low
speed.
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WARRANTY COVERAGE
The Boss302 carries the same warranty as other Ford Mustang models.
This information is covered in its entirety in the Ford Motor Company
Warranty Guide.
The three unique Laguna Seca Package high performance parts (front
splitter, front brake cooling kit, and transmission cooling scoop) are
intended for track use and have no warranty coverage.
Warranty service for the Boss302 can be obtained at any Ford dealer
nationwide.
Ford does not recommend modifying or racing Ford vehicles, as they are
designed and built to be driven as delivered from the factory. The Ford
Motor Company Warranty Guide discusses vehicle usage and the
installation of aftermarket parts and their effect on warranty coverage.
Please see the Warranty Guide for complete information.
In the event the vehicle is intended for track use, and the loss of
warranty coverage is not of concern, the following vehicle durability
modification is required:
•Ford recommends that you change your axle lubricant and
friction modifier after the initial (first) hour of high-speed
operation or if the vehicle is subjected to track or competition
conditions; thereafter changing the axle lubricant and friction
modifier every 12 hours (under these conditions).
•Ford recommends you change your oil and filter after your
vehicle is subjected to track and/or competition conditions.
Additionally, perform multi-point inspection and the maintenance
outlined in the 150,000 mile (240,000 km) normal maintenance schedule
of thescheduled maintenance informationafter track use. Refer to
the vehicle service manual for removal and installation procedures.
Replace with Genuine Ford and Motorcraftservice parts as needed.
These modifications may not necessarily protect your engine from
damage in competition conditions. Subjecting your vehicle to competition
conditions even with these proposed modifications may render repairs
non-reimbursable under the warranty.
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