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ABOUT THIS SUPPLEMENT
Thank you for choosing Ford Performance.If you have owned or leased a FordPerformance vehicle before, welcomeback. If this is your first Ford Performancevehicle, welcome to the family. We areconfident that our dedication toperformance, quality, craftsmanship andcustomer service will provide you withmany miles of exhilarating, safe andcomfortable driving.
We strive to build engaging vehicles thatinvolve the driver in every aspect of thedriving experience. Although performanceis at the heart of every Ford Performancevehicle, we go further.
Our goal is to deliver a comprehensive,complete vehicle, paying close attentionto the smallest details such as the soundof the exhaust, the quality of the interiormaterials and the functionality and thecomfort of the seats, to make sure that youenjoy not only exceptional performancebut an outstanding driving environment aswell. This philosophy is expressed in thisvehicle through a sophisticated powertrain,outstanding chassis dynamics andsignificant interior and exteriorenhancements.
We have created this supplement to helpyou get to know the unique features of yourFord Performance vehicle. It only containsthe instructions for the unique features ofthe Ford Performance vehicle and is not asubstitute for the Owner's Manual. Youmust read the full instructions in theOwner's Manual. The more that you knowabout your vehicle, the greater the safetyand pleasure you will get from driving it.
Note: This supplement describes productfeatures and options available throughoutthe range of available models, sometimeseven before they are generally available. Itmay describe options not fitted to thevehicle you have purchased.
Note:Some of the illustrations in thissupplement may show features as used indifferent models, so may appear differentto you on your vehicle.
SVT
The Special Vehicle Team (SVT) wasestablished in 1991 to polish the Ford Ovalby creating low-volume, factory-producedvehicles designed for people whose ideaof driving is a high-powered, passionateexperience - not just a means of gettingfrom A to B.
To support such spirited enthusiasm, wecarefully integrated the wide array of talentin the company into a small,cross-functional group of engineers andproduct planners and located them underone roof with a common mission to createvehicles specifically designed to meet theunique needs and desires of the drivingenthusiast.
We produced more than 250,000 SVTvehicles since 1993 model year includingthe SVT Mustang Cobra and the Cobra R,the SVT F-150 Lightning, the SVT Contour,the SVT Focus, Ford GT, Shelby GT500,GT500KR and the F-150 SVT Raptor.
TEAM RS
Team RS traces its roots back nearly 60years from the Lotus Cortina and TwinCam Escorts of the mid-1960s, throughthe first RS branded Escorts of the 1970sto the founding of Special VehicleEngineering (SVE) in 1980. Through the1980s and 90s, SVE delivered a breadthof vehicles from exciting XR and RSbranded road going performance carsthrough homologation specials includingthe iconic Sierra Cosworth RS500 andRS200. The first ST vehicle appeared in1996 as the ST24 Mondeo. The firstcollaboration between our European and
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North American performance teamsappeared in 2002 as the ST170 in Europeand SVT Focus in North America. In 2003,Team RS replaced SVE in Europe when webrought performance car and motorsportpersonnel together as one team.
FORD PERFORMANCE
Welcome to the Ford Performance family!
Performance and racing are deeplyembedded in Ford’s DNA, dating back toOctober 10, 1901 when Henry Ford won hisfirst race against Alexander Winton,America’s greatest racer at the time. HenryFord founded Ford Motor Company 18months later with capital raised on theback of this remarkable upset victory.
Today, that spirit of passion, innovationand performance lives on through FordPerformance. Established in 2015, thecompany’s performance teams -- FordSpecial Vehicle Team (United States),Team RS (Europe), Ford Performance(Australia) and Ford Racing (UnitedStates) – have unified under the missionto create the world’s leading performancevehicles, parts, accessories andexperiences for enthusiasts. This includesaccelerating the development of advancedaerodynamics, lightweighting, electronics,powertrain performance, fuel efficiencyand other technologies that can be appliedacross Ford’s product portfolio.
We are proud and passionate about whatwe do and we look forward to a long andexciting relationship with you. Thank youfor choosing Ford Performance!
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Chassis
•Brembo front brake calipers.
•Launch control.
•Drive modes.
•Dual-mode dampers.
Exterior
•Radiator grille.
•Underbody shield.
•Diffuser.
•Spoiler.
•Light-weight aluminum or forgedaluminum wheels.
•Michelin Pilot Super Sport or MichelinPilot Sport Cup 2 tires.
Interior
•Performance shift indicator.
•Sony 10-speaker audio system.
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FUEL QUALITY
Choosing the Right Fuel
Use only premium unleaded gasoline witha minimum pump (R+M)/2 octane ratingof 91. For optimal performance, usepremium unleaded gasoline with an octanerating of 93 or higher.
The use of the correct fuel is an importantpart of the proper maintenance of yourvehicle, and a condition of the vehicleWarranty. For this vehicle, the use ofgasoline with an octane level of 91 orhigher is required. The use of gasoline withan octane rating lower than 91 willinvalidate the vehicle Warranty. It candegrade vehicle performance and lead tosevere mechanical damage.
Note:Use of any fuel other than thoserecommended can impair the emissioncontrol system and cause a loss of vehicleperformance.
Do not use:
•Diesel fuel.
•Fuels containing kerosene or paraffin.
•Fuel containing more than 15% ethanolor E85 fuel.
•Fuels containing methanol.
•Fuels containing metallic-basedadditives, including manganese-basedcompounds.
•Fuels containing the octane boosteradditive, methylcyclopentadienylmanganese tricarbonyl (MMT).
•Leaded fuel (using leaded fuel isprohibited by law).
The use of fuels with metallic compoundssuch as methylcyclopentadienylmanganese tricarbonyl (commonly knownas MMT), which is a manganese-basedfuel additive, will impair engineperformance and affect the emissioncontrol system.
Do not be concerned if the enginesometimes knocks lightly. However, if itknocks heavily under most drivingconditions while you are using fuel with therecommended octane rating, contact anauthorized dealer to prevent any enginedamage.
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Major mismatched tire or wheel sizesbetween the front and rear axles, forexample 18 inch low profile tires on thefront axle and 20 inch high profile tires onthe rear axle could cause the system todefault to front-wheel drive only mode.Damage to the system can occur that maynot covered by the vehicle Warranty.
The system can tolerate any combinationof new and worn tires of the same originaltire size. For example, using three worntires and one new tire.
Driving in Special Conditions
Your vehicle is capable of being driven onsand, snow, mud or a loose surface.However the operating characteristics aredifferent from conventional off-roadvehicles.
Note:Under severe operating conditions,the air conditioning may turn on and off toprotect the engine from overheating.
Basic Operating Principles
WARNING
Be extremely careful when driving onroad surfaces that are made slipperyby loose sand, water, gravel, snow orice. Failure to adhere to this warning couldresult in the loss of vehicle control, seriouspersonal injury or death.
Emergency Maneuvers
If your vehicle goes off the edge of theroad, slow down but avoid severe brakeapplication, only ease the vehicle backonto the road after reducing your speed.Do not turn the steering wheel too sharplywhile returning to the road surface. It maybe safer to stay on the apron or shoulderof the road and slow down graduallybefore returning to the road surface. Youmay lose control if you do not slow downor if you turn the steering wheel too
sharply. It may be better to strike smallobjects, for example highway reflectors,with minor damage to your vehicle ratherthan attempt a sudden return to the roadsurface, which could cause your vehicle toslide sideways out of control or rollover.Remember, your safety and the safety ofothers should be your primary concern.
In an unavoidable emergency situationwhere a sudden sharp turn must be made,remember to avoid over-driving yourvehicle. Only turn the steering wheel asrapidly and as far as required. Excessivesteering results in less vehicle control, notmore. Additionally, smooth variations ofthe accelerator or brake pedal pressureshould be utilized if changes in vehiclespeed are required. Avoid abrupt steering,acceleration or braking which could resultin an increased risk of loss of vehiclecontrol, rollover and personal injury. Useall available road surface to return thevehicle to a safe direction of travel.
If your vehicle goes from one surface typeto another, for example from concrete togravel, there will be a change in the wayyour vehicle responds to steering,acceleration or braking.
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
WARNING
Do not spin the wheels at over35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may failand injure a passenger or bystander.
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow itmay be rocked out by shifting betweenforward and reverse gears, stoppingbetween shifts, in a steady pattern. Presslightly on the accelerator in each gear.
If your vehicle is stuck in mud or snow,switching traction control off may bebeneficial while attempting to rock yourvehicle.
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Note:Do not rock the vehicle if the engineis not at normal operating temperature ordamage to the transmission may occur.
Note:Do not rock the vehicle for more thana few minutes or damage to thetransmission and tires may occur or theengine may overheat.
Sand
Most of the time traction control improvestire traction by managing wheel slipthrough brake, engine, and all-wheel drivecalibrations. However, during low speeddriving, disabling traction control in deepsand can help keep the wheels moving tomaintain vehicle momentum.
When driving over sand, try to keep all fourwheels on the most solid area of the trail.Do not reduce tire pressures, shift to alower gear and drive steadily through theterrain. Apply the accelerator slowly andavoid spinning the wheels.
When driving at slow speeds in sand underhigh outside temperatures, use a low gearwhen possible. Using a low gear maximizesengine and transmission cooling capability.
Avoid excessive speed because vehiclemomentum can work against you andcause the vehicle to become stuck to thepoint that assistance may be required fromanother vehicle. Remember, you may beable to back out the way you came if youproceed with caution.
Note:You may be able to reverse out theway you came if you proceed with caution.
Do not drive your vehicle in deep sand foran extended period of time. This couldcause the system to overheat and defaultto front-wheel drive only mode. If thisoccurs a message appears in theinformation display. To resume normalall-wheel drive function as soon aspossible, stop the vehicle in a safe locationand switch the engine off for at least 10minutes. After the all-wheel drive system
has adequately cooled and the engine hasbeen restarted, the message turns off andnormal all-wheel drive function returns. Ifyou do not switch the engine off, themessage only turns off, when the systemadequately cools and the normal all-wheeldrive function returns.
Note:Under severe operating conditions,the air conditioning may turn on and off toprotect the engine from overheating.
Mud and Water
If you must drive through water, driveslowly. Traction or brake capability maybe limited. See Driving Through Water(page 23).
Once through water, always try the brakes.Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle aseffectively as dry brakes. Drying can beimproved by moving your vehicle slowlywhile applying light pressure on the brakepedal.
Be cautious of sudden changes in vehiclespeed or direction when you are driving inmud. Even all-wheel drive vehicles can losetraction in slick mud. Apply the acceleratorslowly and avoid spinning the wheels.
After driving through mud, clean offexcessive mud that has become stuck torotating drive shafts, wheels and tires.Excessive mud stuck on these componentsmay result in an imbalance that couldcause damage not covered by the vehicleWarranty.
If the transmission, power transfer unit orrear drive unit is submerged in water haveyour vehicle checked as soon as possible.
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