2018 FORD MUSTANG instrument panel

Recirculated air: Press to
switch between outside air and
recirculated air. The air currently
in the passenger compartment
recirculates. This may reduce the
time needed to cool the interior
(when used with A/C) and
reduce unwanted odors from
entering your vehicle.
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Note:
Recirculated air may turn
off (or prevent you from
switching on) in all air flow
modes except MAX A/C to
reduce the risk of fogging.
Recirculation may also turn on
and off in Panel or Panel/Floor
air flow modes during hot
weather in order to improve
cooling efficiency. Air distribution control: Press
to switch air flow from the
windshield, instrument panel or
footwell vents on or off. You can
distribute air through any
combination of these vents.
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A/C:
Press to switch the air
conditioning on or off. Use A/C
with recirculated air to improve
cooling performance and
efficiency.
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Note:
In certain conditions (for
example, maximum defrost), the
air conditioning compressor may
continue to operate even though
you switch off the air
conditioning.
Fan speed indicator:
Illuminates to indicate fan
speed.
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Fan speed control: Adjusts the
volume of air circulated in the
vehicle.
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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL
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Heated seats: Press to switch
the heated seats on and off. See
Climate Controlled Seats
(page
122).
A
Left-hand temperature
control:
Adjusts the
temperature setting on the
left-hand side.
B
Note:
The system may limit the
maximum difference between
driver and passenger settings.
Whenever you make an
adjustment that would result in
a larger difference, both settings
change together.
Defrost:
Press to distribute air
through the windshield air vents
and de-mister. Air distribution to
the instrument panel and
footwell vents turns off. You can
also use this setting to defog and
clear the windshield of a thin
covering of ice.
C MAX Defrost:
Press to switch
on defrost. The driver and
passenger settings set to HI, air
flows through the windshield
vents, and the fan adjusts to the
highest speed. You can also use
this setting to defog and clear
the windshield of a thin covering
of ice. The heated rear window
also turns on when you select
maximum defrost.
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Note:
To prevent window
fogging, you cannot select
recirculated air when maximum
defrost is on.
Fan speed control: Adjusts the
volume of air circulated in the
vehicle.
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Power:
Press to switch the
system on and off. When the
system is off, it prevents outside
air from entering the vehicle.
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MAX A/C: Press for maximum
cooling. The driver and
passenger settings set to LO,
recirculated air flows through the
instrument panel vents, air
conditioning turns on and the fan
adjusts to the highest speed.
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A/C:
Press to switch the air
conditioning on or off. Use A/C
with recirculated air to improve
cooling performance and
efficiency.
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Note:
In certain conditions (for
example, maximum defrost), the
air conditioning compressor may
continue to operate even though
you switch off the air
conditioning.
Right-hand temperature
control:
Adjusts the
temperature setting on the
right-hand side.
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Climate controlled seats:
Press to switch the climate
controlled seats on and off. See
Climate Controlled Seats
(page
122).
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AUTO:
Press to switch on
automatic operation. Adjust to
select the desired temperature.
Fan speed, air distribution, air
conditioning operation, and
outside or recirculated air adjust
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to heat or cool the vehicle to
maintain the desired
temperature. You can also
switch off dual zone mode by
pressing and holding for more
than two seconds. Recirculated air:
Press to
switch between outside air and
recirculated air. The air currently
in the passenger compartment
recirculates. This may reduce the
time needed to cool the interior
(when used with A/C) and
reduce unwanted odors from
entering your vehicle.
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Note:
Recirculated air may turn
off (or prevent you from
switching on) in all air flow
modes except MAX A/C to
reduce the risk of fogging or to
improve cooling efficiency.
Heated rear window:
Press to
switch the heated rear window
on and off. See
Heated
Windows and Mirrors (page
115).
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HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE
INTERIOR CLIMATE
General Hints
Note: Prolonged use of recirculated air may
cause the windows to fog up.
Note: You may feel a small amount of air
from the footwell air vents regardless of the
air distribution setting.
Note: To reduce humidity build-up inside
your vehicle, do not drive with the system
switched off or with recirculated air always
switched on.
Note: Do not place objects under the front
seats as this may interfere with the airflow
to the rear seats.
Note: Remove any snow, ice or leaves from
the air intake area at the base of the
windshield.
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Note:
To improve the time to reach a
comfortable temperature in hot weather,
drive with the windows open until you feel
cold air through the air vents.
Manual Climate Control
Note: To reduce fogging of the windshield
during humid weather, adjust the air
distribution control to the windshield air
vents position.
Automatic Climate Control
Note: Adjusting the settings when your
vehicle interior is extremely hot or cold is
not necessary. The system automatically
adjusts to heat or cool the interior to your
selected temperature as quickly as possible.
For the system to function efficiently, the
instrument panel and side air vents should
be fully open. Note:
If you select AUTO during cold
temperatures, the system directs airflow to
the windshield and side window vents. In
addition, the fan may run at a slower speed
until the engine warms up.
Note: If you select
AUTO during hot
temperatures and the inside of the vehicle
is hot, the system automatically uses
recirculated air to maximize interior cooling.
Fan speed may also reduce until the air
cools.
Quickly Heating the Interior Automatic climate control
Manual climate control
Press
AUTO.
Adjust the fan speed to the highest
setting.
1
Adjust the temperature control to the
desired setting.
Adjust the temperature control to the
full heat setting.
2
Direct air to the footwell using the air
distribution buttons.
3
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Recommended Settings for Heating
Automatic climate control
Manual climate control
Press AUTO.
Adjust the fan speed to the center
setting.
1
Adjust the temperature control to the
desired setting. Use
72°F (22°C) as a
starting point, then adjust the setting as
necessary.
Adjust the temperature control to the
midway point of the hot settings.
2
Direct air to the footwell using the air
distribution buttons.
3
Quickly Cooling the Interior Automatic climate control
Manual climate control
Select
MAX A/C.
Select MAX A/C.
1
Drive with the windows open until you
feel cold air through the air vents.
2
Recommended Settings for Cooling Automatic climate control
Manual climate control
Press
AUTO.
Adjust the fan speed to the center
setting.
1
Adjust the temperature control to the
desired setting. Use
72°F (22°C) as a
starting point, then adjust the setting as
necessary.
Adjust the temperature control to the
midway point of the cold settings.
2
Direct air to the instrument panel using
the air distribution buttons.
3
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
The traction control system helps avoid
drive wheel spin and loss of traction.
If your vehicle begins to slide, the system
applies the brakes to individual wheels
and, when needed, reduces engine power
at the same time. If the wheels spin when
accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces,
the system reduces engine power in order
to increase traction.
USING TRACTION CONTROL
WARNING
The stability and traction control
light illuminates steadily if the
system detects a failure. Make sure
you did not manually disable the traction
control system using the switch. If the
stability control and traction control light
is still illuminating steadily, have the
system serviced by an authorized dealer
immediately. Operating your vehicle with
traction control disabled could lead to an
increased risk of loss of vehicle control,
vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. The system automatically turns on each
time you switch the ignition on.
If your vehicle is stuck in mud or snow,
switching traction control off may be
beneficial as this allows the wheels to spin.
Note:
When you switch traction control off,
stability control remains fully active. Switching the System Off The switch for the stability and traction
control system is on the instrument panel.
When you switch the system off, a
message and an illuminated icon appear
on the instrument cluster.
Use the switch again to return the traction
control system to normal operation.
Your vehicle may have MyKey restrictions
regarding this feature. See Principle of
Operation (page 52).
System Indicator Lights and
Messages The stability and traction control
light temporarily illuminates on
engine start-up and flashes:
• When a driving condition activates
either of the systems.
• If a problem occurs in either of the
systems. The stability and traction control
off light temporarily illuminates
on engine start-up and stays on:
• When you switch the traction control
system off.
• When you select an alternative stability
control mode.
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Note:
Proper system operation requires a
clear view of the road by the camera. Have
any windshield damage in the area of the
camera's field of view repaired.
Note: If something hits the front end of your
vehicle or damage occurs, the radar sensing
zone may change. This could cause missed
or false vehicle detections. Contact an
authorized dealer to have the radar checked
for proper coverage and operation.
Note: If your vehicle detects excessive heat
at the camera or a potential misalignment
condition, a message may display in the
information display indicating temporary
sensor unavailability. When operational
conditions are correct, the message
deactivates. For example, when the ambient
temperature around the sensor decreases
or the sensor automatically recalibrates
successfully.
DRIVE CONTROL (If Equipped)
Selectable Drive Modes
Selectable drive modes deliver a
customized driving experience using a
variety of electronic vehicle systems. The
systems optimize vehicle dynamics and
powertrain response based on your
selected mode. Systems associated with
selectable drive modes are:
• Electronically power assisted steering.
See
Steering (page 182).
• Electronic stability control and traction
control maintain your vehicle control
in adverse conditions or high
performance driving.
See Stability
Control (page 157).
• Electronic throttle control enhances
the powertrain response to your driving
input. •
Adaptive dampers (if equipped).
• Active exhaust adjusts the sound
characteristics of your vehicle (if
equipped).
Using Selectable Drive Modes
Note: Your vehicle may have some of the
drive modes that follow. To change the drive mode
setting, press the mode button
on the instrument panel under
the display. The first press illuminates the
selected mode, subsequent presses
change the selected mode.
Note: Mode changes are not available when
the ignition is off or when the transmission
is in reverse (R). Some modes may be
unavailable when the transmission is in drive
(D) or sport (S).
Modes:
• Normal
– Best suited for everyday
driving. If your vehicle is equipped with
adaptive dampers, the suspension
delivers a balanced combination of
comfort and handling. Selectable
steering defaults to Normal but can be
changed using the steering button.
• Sport
– Engages when you shift your
automatic transmission into sport (S).
Sport mode increases throttle
response and helps your vehicle
accelerate faster, but does not change
the vehicle dynamics or stability
system.
• Sport +
– Best suited for spirited
driving. This mode increases throttle
response, and if your vehicle is
equipped with active exhaust, it takes
on a more powerful tone. If your vehicle
is equipped with adaptive dampers, the
suspension becomes stiffer. This mode
has less body motion and more precise
steering. Selectable steering defaults
to
Sport but can be changed using the
steering button.
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•
Track – Provides a performance driving
experience. Throttle response
increases, and if your vehicle is
equipped with active exhaust, it takes
on a more powerful tone. A
performance oriented traction control
mode is automatically utilized. In this
mode, traction control intervention is
reduced and tuned specifically for track
usage only. This mode is not intended
for public roads. See Using Stability
Control (page 158). If your vehicle is
equipped with adaptive dampers, the
suspension is optimized for transient
handling maneuvers. This mode offers
maximum control and confidence in
handling on road courses or auto-cross
style events. Selectable steering
defaults to
Sport but can be changed
using the steering button.
• Drag Strip
- Provides a performance
driving experience tailored to driving
on a drag strip. The engine responds
directly to your inputs, and if your
vehicle is equipped with active exhaust,
it takes on a more powerful tone. This
mode is not intended for public roads.
If your vehicle is equipped with
adaptive dampers, the setting is
optimized for straight line maximum
acceleration. Selectable steering
defaults to
Sport but can be changed
using the steering button.
• Snow / Wet
- Provides a confident
handling driving experience during poor
weather. If your vehicle is equipped
with adaptive dampers, the suspension
delivers a balanced combination of
comfort and handling. Selectable
steering defaults to Normal but can be
changed using the steering button.
Using MyMode (If Equipped)
You can use
MyMode to create a unique
drive mode. To create or save
MyMode, press the
Mustang button on the steering wheel and
access the menu. See
General
Information (page 88). The available
systems display. Select your desired
settings using the appropriate buttons and
menus. Press and hold OK to save your
settings. MyMode
is added to the drive
mode list and can be selected the next
time you drive your vehicle.
Note: The system has diagnostic checks
that continuously monitor the system to
make sure it properly operates. If a mode is
unavailable due to a system fault or change
in gear position, the selected mode defaults
to
Normal.
Note: Pre-Collision Assist is automatically
disabled when
Track mode is selected. See
Pre-Collision Assist (page 183).
Note: If your vehicle has adaptive dampers,
the steering setting is optimized to work with
each drive mode. Other steering settings
may not be available.
Selectable Steering
Note: The steering setting defaults to
Normal
if the battery is disconnected or
removed. Press the steering button on the
instrument panel to change the
steering feel. The first press
illuminates the selected mode, subsequent
presses change the selected mode.
Modes:
• Normal
- Default factory setting.
• Sport
- Slightly higher effort required
for steering with more road force felt
through the steering wheel.
• Comfort
- Slightly less effort required
for steering with less road force felt
through the steering wheel.
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