2012 FORD MUSTANG tire pressure

WASHING YOUR VEHICLE
Do not drive your vehicle through an automated, commercial car
wash due to the vehicle’s low ground clearance, tire width and
track width. Wash your vehicle by hand, or by using a touchless
commercial wash with no mechanical tracks on the floor. Do not
use a commercial or high pressure wand on the striped surfaces
or stripe edges.
TRAILER TOWING
WARNING:Never tow a trailer with this vehicle. Your vehicle is
not equipped to tow. No towing packages are available through
an authorized dealer.
Driving your Boss302
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WHEELS
Your Boss302 is equipped with unique wheels matched to the tires.
These wheels are more susceptible to damage due to their diameter,
width and low profile tires. To avoid damage to your wheels:
•Maintain proper tire pressure (seeTiresin this supplement).
•Do not drive your vehicle through an automated, commercial car wash
due to the vehicle’s low ground clearance, tire width and track width.
Wash your vehicle by hand, or by using a touchless commercial wash
with no mechanical tracks on the floor.
•When installing wheels, always torque lug nuts to specification with a
torque wrench.
•Inspect your wheels for damage on a regular basis. If a wheel is
damaged, replace it immediately.
•In the event that you encounter an abnormally harsh impact, inspect
the outer edge of your wheels, both inside and out, for damage.
Operating at high speeds
Your Boss302 is capable of high speeds and is equipped with tires
rated for the vehicle’s maximum speed, electronically limited to 155 mph
(250 km/h). Remember to drive safely, obey all traffic laws and only
operate your vehicle at high speeds at locations equipped and designed
to do so safely. Before operating your vehicle at high speeds:
•Ensure correct tire pressures (seeTiresin this supplement).
•Inspect wheels and tires for wear and damage. Replace any damaged
wheels or tires.
•Do not operate your vehicle at high speeds with more than two
passengers or while carrying cargo.
Wheel lug nut torque specifications
Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km)
after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel
removal, etc.).
Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque*
ft-lb N•m
12x 20 100 135
* Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and
rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners.
Tire Information
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•The Boss302 with Laguna Seca Package is equipped with ultra
high-performance, dry weather-only summer tires that provide
superior steering and handling.
WARNING:If equipped with the Laguna Seca Package, never
drive with these tires in any wet conditions (rain, snow, ice, etc.)
because they cannot channel water away and will slide risking serious
injury.
•Do not use tire chainson the original wheels and tires of your
vehicle. The use of any type of tire chain on these tires may damage
your vehicle.
•Always maintain your tire pressures according to the tire information
placard on the driver’s door jamb, using an accurate gauge.
•Tire pressures are specified “cold” and should be checked after the
vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours. Do not reduce pressure
of warm tires.
•Check your tire pressure often to maintain it properly. Tire pressure
can diminish over time and fluctuate with temperature.
•Do not overload your vehicle. Maximum vehicle and axle weights are
listed on the tire information placard.
•Extra caution should be taken when operating the vehicle near its
maximum load, including assuring proper tire pressure and reducing
speeds.
•Extra caution should be taken when operating on rough roads to avoid
impacts that could cause tire damage.
•In the event that you encounter an abnormally harsh impact, inspect
your tires for damage.
•Inspect your tires for damage on a regular basis. If a tire is damaged,
replace it immediately.
•Proper suspension alignment is critical for maximum performance and
optimal tire wear. If you notice uneven tire wear, have your alignment
checked.
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The optional Laguna Seca Package tires (255/40ZR19 front, 285/35ZR19
rear) are directional. Tire rotation is not recommended for directional
tires.
•Boss302 (non-Laguna Seca) tire
rotation
(front tires at the top of the
diagram)
•Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires.
•If your tires show uneven wear, ask an authorized dealer to check for
and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical
problem involved before tire rotation.
•After having your tires rotated, inflation pressure must be checked
and adjusted to the vehicle requirements.
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•For track sessions, it is recommended to run 41 psi (283 kPa) hot for
the OEM tires, front and rear.
•Depending on track temperature, ambient temperature and driving
style, you may need to reduce the starting tire pressure by as
much as 4 psi (27 kPa).
•The starting pressure may be lower in the rear tires relative to the
front tires to achieve 41 psi (283 kPa) hot.
•Reset tire pressures to placard recommended pressures before
leaving the track.
•For improved track performance, Ford recommends
,
available through Ford Racing. See your local Ford dealer or go to
http://www.trackey.ford.com for more information (M-14204-MBTKA).
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Your Boss302 is equipped from the factory with Brembo 4-piston front
calipers and unique, high-performance rear brake pads that will provide
excellent performance under normal driving conditions. Ford recommends
the following bedding procedure for race track driving be followed.
Note:Restore the vehicle to factory specifications prior to driving on
public roads.
Brake burnishing procedure for race track driving
If the vehicle has to be driven on a track (racing) or in severe driving
conditions, the following steps must be performed on a closed course,
not on public roads:
•
Burnish: 30 burnish stops at 60-0 mph (96-0 km/h), 0.4g deceleration,
one mile (1.6 km) between stops. If the vehicle has more than 200 miles
(322 km) on the brakes, skip this step and proceed to the Fade stops.
•Fade: 20 fade stops, at 65-0 mph (105-0 km/h), 0.85g deceleration or
just below ABS activity, no dwell between stops
•Cool down: Minimum of five mile (8 km) cool down route, if on public
roads (no brakes) run at 60 mph (96 km/h)
•Recovery: 30 recovery stops at 60-0 mph (96-0 km/h), 0.4 g
deceleration, one mile (1.6 km) between stops
•Cool down: Minimum of five mile (8 km) cool down route, if on public
roads (no brakes) run at 60 mph (96 km/h)
Track Use Preparation
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