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DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk
or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL)
system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide
adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your
headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
The system switches the headlamps on with a reduced output (vehicles
equipped with halogen headlamps) or turns the front fog lamps on
(vehicles equipped with HID headlamps) in low light situations.
To switch the system on:
1. Switch the ignition on.
2. Switch the lighting control to the off, autolamp or parking lamp
position.
3. Make sure the transmission selector lever is not in position P.
4. Make sure the parking brake is disengaged.
FRONT FOG LAMPS
The fog lamps can be turned on
when the lighting control is pulled
toward you and in the headlamps,
parking lamps or autolamps
positions.
The fog lamps will not operate when
the high beams are active.
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Anti-lock brake system
If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a
malfunction has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer
as soon as possible. Normal braking is still functional unless the
brake warning light also is illuminated.
Anti-theft system
Flashes when the SecuriLockpassive anti-theft system has
been activated.
Brake system warning light
To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will
momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the on
position when the engine is not running, or in a position
between on and start, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition
is turned to the on position.
If it illuminates when you are driving, check that the parking brake is not
engaged. If the parking brake is not engaged, this indicates low brake
fluid level or a brake system malfunction. Have the system checked
immediately by your authorized dealer.
WARNING:Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light
on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance
may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle
checked by your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Driving
extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake
failure and the risk of personal injury.
Charging system
Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. If it stays
on while the engine is running, there may be a malfunction with
the charging system. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible. This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related
component.
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Turn signal
Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard
warning flasher is turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash
faster, check for a burned out bulb.
Upshift (if equipped)
To maximize fuel economy, this light illuminates when the
manual transmission should be shifted to the next highest gear.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
Key In Ignition Warning Chime
Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory
position and the driver’s door is opened.
Sounds when the keyless vehicle is in RUN and the driver’s door is
opened (if equipped).
Headlamps On Warning Chime
Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off
(the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.
Parking Brake On Warning Chime
Sounds when you have left the parking brake on and drive your vehicle.
If the warning chime remains on after you have released the parking
brake, have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately.
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RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK
When this message appears, press
the RESET button and the
information display will begin to
cycle through the following systems
and provide a status of the item if
needed.
1. XXX% OIL LIFE
2. CHARGING SYSTEM
3. DOORS STATUS
4. TRUNK STATUS
5. BRAKE SYSTEM
6. FUEL LEVEL
7. MYKEY DISTANCE (if MyKeyis programmed)
8. MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED
9. ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED
Note:Some systems show a message only if a condition is present.
OIL LIFE
This displays the remaining oil life.
An oil change is required whenever indicated by the information center
and according to the recommended maintenance schedule. USE ONLY
RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS.
To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change perform
the following:
1. Press and release SETUP to display “OIL LIFE XXX% HOLD RESET =
NEW”.
2. Press and hold RESET for two seconds and release to reset the oil life
to 100%.
STEERING FEEL
This feature allows three modes of steering feel.
Press RESET to cycle through the settings of:
•STANDARD–Provides a balance between a comfort and sport feel.
•SPORT–Slightly higher effort required for steering with more road
force felt through the steering wheel. See note below.
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†Track Apps
Accelerometer
Acceleration timer
Brake Performance
Dashboard
Screen (Shelby
GT500)Launch Control
(Shelby
GT500)Off/On / RPM Setting
View/Clear Results
†SeeTrack appslater in this section for more information.
Settings
Driver Assist Rear Park Aid On/Off
Vehicle Autolamp Delay Off or XXX seconds
Locks Autolock On/Off
Autounlock On/Off
Menu Control Standard: with standard set,
pressing the up/down arrows from
a lower level menu will escape to
the main menu.
Memory On: with memory on set,
pressing the up/down arrows will
navigate to the previous lower
level menu.
Oil Life Reset Set to XXX% (Hold OK to Reset).
Shiftpoint
(Shelby
GT500)Shiftlamp On/Off
Shiftpoint 1500–7000 RPM
Shifttone On/Off
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Brake Performance
Displays the vehicle’s rate of deceleration.
1. Choose desired speed to start recording data.
2. Follow the on-screen prompts.
Dashboard Screen (ShelbyGT500)
For dashboard screen information, see theShelby GT500 Supplement.
Launch Control (ShelbyGT500)
For launch control information, see theShelby GT500 Supplement.
INFORMATION MESSAGES
Note:Depending on the vehicle options equipped with your vehicle, not
all of the messages will display or be available. Certain messages may be
abbreviated or shortened depending upon which cluster type you have.
Press the RESET button for Type 1 displays or the OK button for Type 2
displays to acknowledge and remove some messages from the
information display. Other messages will be removed automatically after a
short time. Certain messages need to be confirmed before you can access
the menus.
AdvanceTrac/
Traction Control
MessagesAction / Description
SERVICE
ADVANCETRACDisplayed when the AdvanceTracsystem has
detected a condition that requires service.
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
ADVANCETRAC
OFFDisplayed when the AdvanceTracsystem has
been disabled by the driver.
ADVANCETRAC ONDisplayed when the AdvanceTracsystem has
been enabled by the driver.
TRACTION
CONTROL OFFDisplayed when the traction control system
has been turned off.
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Alarm/Security
MessagesAction / Description
TO STOP ALARM
START VEHICLEDisplayed when the perimeter alarm system is
armed and the vehicle is entered using the key
on the driver’s side door. In order to prevent
the perimeter alarm system from triggering,
the ignition must be turned to start or on
before the 12 second chime expires.
SECURITY EVENT
OCCURREDDisplayed when the active anit-theft system
was activated since the prior ignition cycle.
Battery and
Charging System
MessagesAction / Description
CHECK CHARGING
SYSTEMDisplayed when the charging system needs
servicing. If the warning stays on or continues
to come on, contact your authorized dealer as
soon as possible.
Brake System
MessagesAction / Description
BRAKE FLUID
LEVEL LOWIndicates the brake fluid level is low and the
brake system should be inspected immediately.
CHECK BRAKE
SYSTEMDisplayed when the brake system needs
servicing. If the warning stays on or continues
to come on, contact your authorized dealer as
soon as possible.
PARK BRAKE
ENGAGEDDisplayed when the parking brake is set and
the vehicle is in motion.
Door Messages Action / Description
X DOOR AJARDisplayed when the corresponding door is not
completely closed.
TRUNK AJARDisplayed when the trunk is not completely
closed.
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IGNITION SWITCH
A. Off – the ignition is off.Note:In
order to switch off the engine while
the vehicle is in motion, shift to
neutral and use the brakes to bring
the vehicle to a safe stop. After the
vehicle has stopped, shift into park
and turn the engine off. Then, turn
the key to the accessory or off
position.
B. Accessory – allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not running.
C. On – all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key
position when driving.
D. Start – cranks the engine. The engine may continue cranking for up to
10 seconds or until the vehicle starts. Release the key as soon as the
engine starts.
Note:Do not store the key in the ignition after the vehicle is turned off
and you have left the vehicle. This could cause a drain on the battery.
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine. If
the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle
checked.
Before starting the vehicle:
•Make sure all occupants buckle their safety belts.
•Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off.
•If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission, make sure the
gearshift is in P (Park) and the parking brake is set.
•If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission, make sure the parking
brake is set, then push the clutch pedal to the floor.
•Turn the key to on without turning the key to start.
Some warning lights will briefly illuminate.
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Select park or neutral.
2. Fully press the brake pedal.
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