2014 FORD MUSTANG transmission

MANUAL TRANSMISSION (IF EQUIPPED)
Using the Clutch
Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that prevents
starting the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully pressed.
To start the vehicle:
1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set.
2. Press the clutch pedal to the
floor, then put the gearshift lever in
the neutral position.
3. Start the engine.
4. Press the brake pedal and move
the gearshift lever to the desired
gear; position 1 or position R.
5. Release the parking brake, then
slowly release the clutch pedal
while slowly pressing on the
accelerator.
During each shift, the clutch pedal must be fully pressed to the floor.
Make sure the floor mat is properly positioned so it does not interfere
with the full extension of the clutch pedal.
Note:Failure to fully press the clutch pedal to the floor may cause
increased shift efforts, prematurely wear transmission components or
damage the transmission.
Note:Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the
clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill.
These actions will reduce the life of the clutch.
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Recommended Shift Speeds
Note:Do not downshift into position 1 when your vehicle is moving
faster than 15 mph (24 km/h). This may damage the clutch or
transmission.
Upshift according to the following charts.
For the 3.7L V6 with 2.73 axle ratio, shift according to the following
chart:
Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel
economy)
Shift from:
1 - 2 15 mph (24 km/h)
2 - 3 25 mph (40 km/h)
3 - 4 40 mph (64 km/h)
4 - 5 45 mph (72 km/h)
5 - 6 50 mph (80 km/h)
For the 3.7L V6 with 3.31 axle ratio, shift according to the following chart:
Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel
economy)
Shift from:
1 - 2 13 mph (21 km/h)
2 - 3 26 mph (42 km/h)
3 - 4 37 mph (59 km/h)
4 - 5 43 mph (69 km/h)
5 - 6 59 mph (95 km/h)
For the 5.0L V8, shift according to the following chart:
Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel
economy)
Shift from:
1 - 2 12 mph (27 km/h)
2 - 3 24 mph (40 km/h)
3 - 4 31 mph (64 km/h)
4 - 5 39 mph (72 km/h)
5 - 6 43 mph (80 km/h)
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Reverse
Note:The gearshift lever can only be moved to position R by pushing
the knob down before shifting to reverse. This is a lockout feature which
protects the transmission from accidentally engaging position R when
intending to select position 1.
1. Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift into
position R . Failure to do so may damage the transmission.
2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor to disengage clutch.
3. Shift into position R by pushing
the gearshift knob down, then
moving the lever fully to the left,
then forward.
Note:Do not press down on the shifter during any operation other than
shifting to position R, as you may be inhibited from selecting your
desired gear.
If position R is not fully engaged, press the clutch pedal down and return
the gearshift to the neutral position. Release the clutch pedal for a
moment, then press it down and shift to position R again.
Parking Your Vehicle
WARNING:Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move
unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the
parking brake fully.
To park your vehicle:
1. Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position.
2. Fully apply the parking brake, hold the clutch pedal down, then shift
into position 1.
3. Turn the ignition off.
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AXLE INFORMATION
Traction-Lok™ Axle (If Equipped)
This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when
one wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under normal conditions, the
Traction-Lok™ axle functions like a standard rear axle.
Extended use of other than the manufacturer’s specified size tires on
a Traction-Lok™ rear axle could result in a permanent reduction in
effectiveness. This loss of effectiveness does not affect normal driving
and should not be noticeable to the driver.
Axle with TORSEN® Differential (If Equipped)
This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when
one wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under normal conditions, the
axle equipped with a TORSEN® differential functions like a standard
rear axle.
Extended use of other than the manufacturer’s specified size tires on
a rear axle equipped with a TORSEN® differential could result in a
permanent reduction in effectiveness. This loss of effectiveness does
not affect normal driving and should not be noticeable to the driver.
HILL START ASSIST (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:The hill start assist feature does not replace the
parking brake. When you leave the vehicle, always apply the
parking brake and shift the transmission into position P for automatic
transmission or position 1 for manual transmissions.
WARNING:You must remain in the vehicle once you have
activated the hill start assist feature.
WARNING:During all times, you are responsible for controlling
the vehicle, supervising the hill start assist system and
intervening, if required.
WARNING:If the engine is revved excessively, or if a
malfunction is detected when the hill start assist feature is active,
the hill start assist feature will be deactivated.
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This feature makes it easier to pull away when the vehicle is on a slope
without the need to use the parking brake. When this feature is active, the
vehicle will remain stationary on the slope for two to three seconds after
you release the brake pedal. This allows you time to move your foot from
the brake to the accelerator pedal. The brakes are released automatically
once the engine has developed sufficient drive to prevent the vehicle from
rolling down the slope. This is an advantage when pulling away on a slope,
(for example from a car park ramp, traffic lights or when reversing uphill
into a parking space).
This feature is activated automatically on any slope that can result in
significant vehicle rollback. This feature will not operate if the parking
brake is activated.
Using Hill Start Assist
Note:If the engine is revved excessively, hill start assist will be
deactivated.
1. Press the brake pedal to bring the vehicle to a complete standstill.
Keep the brake pedal pressed.
2. If the sensors detect that the vehicle is on a slope, the hill start assist
feature will be activated automatically.
3. When you remove your foot from the brake pedal, the vehicle will
remain on the slope without rolling away for approximately two or
three seconds. This hold time will automatically be extended if you are
in the process of driving off.
4. Drive off in the normal manner. The brakes will be released
automatically.
Disabling and Enabling the Hill Start Assist Feature
Your vehicle comes with hill start assist already enabled. If desired, you
can disable the feature by following the procedure below.
The following procedure must be completed within 45 seconds or the
process will have to be repeated. Begin this procedure with the ignition
turned off. This procedure is for both disabling and enabling the hill start
assist system.
1. Apply the parking brake to make sure the vehicle is not moving.
2. Turn the ignition on.
3. Place the vehicle in neutral gear.
4. Slowly press and release the brake pedal five times – make sure the
brake pedal is completely released each time.
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5. Rotate the steering wheel at least one full turn to the right and return
the steering wheel to the original starting position.
6. Rotate the steering wheel at least one full turn to the left and return
the steering wheel to the original starting position.
7. Slowly press and release the brake pedal five times – ensure the brake
pedal is completely released each time.
When the procedure has been completed successfully, the ABS icon in
the instrument cluster will flash:
•three times indicating that the feature has been disabled.
•twice indicating it has been enabled.
Once the feature is programmed as desired, it will remain in that mode
until the above procedure is repeated.
Note:When the AdvanceTrac® system is disabled (see theTraction
Controlchapter in yourowner’s manualfor information on how to do
this), the hill start assist feature is also disabled for the duration that the
AdvanceTrac® system is in that mode. Re-enabling AdvanceTrac® will
also re-enable hill start assist.
Note:If you have used the above procedure to disable the hill start
assist feature, then enabling or disabling AdvanceTrac® will not effect
the hill start assist system.
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HINTS ON DRIVING WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
When the system is operating, the brake pedal will pulse and may travel
further. Maintain pressure on the brake pedal. You may also hear a noise
from the system. This is normal.
The anti-lock braking system will not eliminate the dangers inherent
when:
•you drive too closely to the vehicle in front of you.
•your vehicle is hydroplaning.
•you take corners too fast.
•the road surface is poor.
PARKING BRAKE
WARNING:If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake
warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be
working properly. See your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
WARNING:Always set the parking brake fully and make sure
that the transmission selector lever is securely latched in position
P(automatic transmission) or position1(manual transmission).
To set the parking brake, pull the parking brake handle up as far as
possible.
To release the parking brake:
1. Press and hold the button located at the end of the parking brake
handle.
2. Pull the handle up slightly, then push the handle down.
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AVehicle without AdvanceTrac®
skidding off its intended route.
BVehicle with AdvanceTrac®
maintaining control on a slippery
surface.
USING ADVANCETRAC®
The system automatically is enabled when you start your engine. The
electronic stability control portion of the system is disabled when the
transmission is in positionRor, on some models, if the stability control
button is pressed and held for more than five seconds when the brakes
are applied and the vehicle is at a stop. The traction control portion of
the system can be turned off independently. See theTraction Control
chapter.
AdvanceTrac® Features
Button
functionsModeIcon
statusESC TCS
Default at
start-up—On during
bulb
checkEnabled Enabled
Button pressed
momentarilyTraction
control offOn Enabled Disabled
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