2018 FORD MUSTANG power steering

•
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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There are also some things you may want
to avoid doing because they reduce your
fuel economy:
•
Avoid sudden or hard accelerations.
• Avoid revving the engine before turning
off the car.
• Avoid long idle periods.
• Do not warm up your vehicle on cold
mornings.
• Reduce the use of air conditioning and
heat.
• Avoid using speed control in hilly
terrain.
• Do not rest your foot on the brake
pedal while driving.
• Avoid carrying unnecessary weight.
• Avoid adding particular accessories to
your vehicle (e.g. bug deflectors,
rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski
racks).
• Avoid driving with the wheels out of
alignment.
COLD WEATHER
PRECAUTIONS
The functional operation of some
components and systems can be affected
at temperatures below -13°F (-25°C).
DRIVING THROUGH WATER WARNING
Do not drive through flowing or deep
water as you may lose control of your
vehicle.
Note:
Driving through standing water can
cause vehicle damage.
Note: Engine damage can occur if water
enters the air filter. Before driving through standing water,
check the depth. Never drive through water
that is higher than the bottom of the front
rocker area of your vehicle.
When driving through standing water, drive
very slowly and do not stop your vehicle.
Your brake performance and traction may
be limited. After driving through water and
as soon as it is safe to do so:
•
Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the
brakes and to check that they work.
• Check that the horn works.
• Check that the exterior lights work.
• Turn the steering wheel to check that
the steering power assist works.
FLOOR MATS WARNINGS
Use a floor mat designed to fit the
footwell of your vehicle that does not
obstruct the pedal area. Failure to
follow this instruction could result in the
loss of control of your vehicle, personal
injury or death. Pedals that cannot move freely can
cause loss of vehicle control and
increase the risk of serious personal
injury.
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Protected Component
Fuse Rating
Fuse or Relay
Number
Vehicle power 3.
15A 3
42
Not used.
—
43
Vehicle power 4.
15A 3
44
Ignition coils (GT350 only).
30A 3
Not used.
—
45
Differential pump (Shelby).
20A 2
46
Not used.
—
47
Fuel pump #2 (Shelby).
30A 2
48
Fuel pump.
30A 2
49
Steering column lock relay.
—
50
Not used.
—
51
Horn relay.
—
52
Cigar lighter.
20A 2
53
Auxiliary power point.
20A 2
54
Electronic fan 2.
25A 2
55
Not used.
—
56
Air conditioning clutch relay.
—
57
Not used.
—
58
Exhaust valves relay.
—
59
Powertrain control module.
5A 3
60
Not used.
—
61
Anti-lock brakes run-start switch.
5A 3
62
Not used.
—
63
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Protected Component
Fuse Rating
Fuse or Relay
Number
Electronic power assist steering.
5A 3
64
Not used.
—
65
Blind spot information system.
5A 3
66
Rear view camera.
Air conditioning compressor relay coils.
Vehicle dynamics module.
Not used.
—
67
Headlamp leveling switch.
10A 3
68
Auxiliary power point relay.
—
69
Heated exterior mirrors.
10A 3
70
Not used.
—
71
Rain sensor module.
5A 3
72
Not used.
—
73
Mass air flow sensor (except 2.3L).
5A 3
74
Not used.
—
75
Rear window defroster relay.
—
76
Electronic cooling fan 2 relay.
—
77
Run/Start relay.
—
78
Not used.
—
79
Windshield wiper relay.
—
80
Starter motor solenoid relay.
—
81
Powertrain control module relay.
—
82
Not used.
—
83
Not used.
—
84
Not used.
—
85
Not used.
—
86
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Protected Component
Fuse Rating
Fuse or Relay
Number
Telematics.
5A
10
Not used.
—
11
Climate control module.
7.5A
12
Gateway module.
7.5A
13
Steering column control module.
Instrument cluster.
Electronic power module.
10A
14
Gateway module.
10A
15
Decklid release.
15A
16
Battery backed sounder.
5A
17
Intrusion sensor module.
5A
18
Electronic power module.
7.5A
19
Headlamp control module.
7.5A
20
In-vehicle temperature and humidity
sensor.
5A
21
Front camera.
Not used (spare).
5A
22
Switches.
10A
23
Power windows.
Rear-view mirror.
Central lock/unlock.
20A
24
Vehicle dynamics module.
30A
25
Right-hand front-window motor (power
distribution module).
30A
26
Amplifier.
30A
27
Auxiliary body module.
20A
28
Left-hand rear-window power.
30A
29
Right-hand rear-window power.
30A
30
Not used.
—
31
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Severe Climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates:
•
It may be necessary to increase the
coolant concentration above 50%.
• A coolant concentration of 60%
provides improved freeze point
protection. Coolant concentrations
above 60% decrease the overheat
protection characteristics of the
coolant and may cause engine
damage.
If you drive in extremely hot climates:
• You can decrease the coolant
concentration to 40%.
• Coolant concentrations below 40%
decrease the freeze and corrosion
protection characteristics of the
coolant and may cause engine
damage.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme
climates should use prediluted coolant for
optimum cooling system and engine
protection.
Coolant Change
At specific mileage intervals, as listed in
the scheduled maintenance information,
the coolant should be changed. Add
prediluted coolant approved to the correct
specification. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 290).
Fail-Safe Cooling
Fail-safe cooling allows you to temporarily
drive your vehicle before any incremental
component damage occurs. The fail-safe
distance depends on ambient
temperature, vehicle load and terrain.
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works If the engine begins to overheat,
the coolant temperature gauge
moves toward the red zone: A warning lamp illuminates and
a message may appear in the
information display.
If the engine reaches a preset
over-temperature condition, the engine
automatically switches to alternating
cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder
acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs, your vehicle still
operates, however:
• Engine power is limited.
• The air conditioning system turns off.
Continued operation increases the engine
temperature, causing the engine to
completely shut down. Your steering and
braking effort increases in this situation.
When the engine temperature cools, you
can re-start the engine. Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage.
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated WARNINGS
Fail-safe mode is for use during
emergencies only. Operate your
vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long
as necessary to bring your vehicle to rest
in a safe location and seek immediate
repairs. When in fail-safe mode, your
vehicle will have limited power, will not be
able to maintain high-speed operation, and
may completely shut down without
warning, potentially losing engine power,
power steering assist, and power brake
assist, which may increase the possibility
of a crash resulting in serious injury. Do not remove the coolant reservoir
cap when the cooling system is hot.
Wait 10 minutes for the cooling
system to cool down. Cover the coolant
reservoir cap with a thick cloth to prevent
the possibility of scalding and slowly
remove the cap. Failure to follow this
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To avoid fluid contamination, the reservoir
cap must remain in place and fully tight,
unless you are adding fluid.
Only use fluid that meets Ford
specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 290).
CLUTCH FLUID CHECK -
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
The clutch and brake systems share the
same fluid reservoir. See
Brake Fluid
Check (page 238).
POWER STEERING FLUID
CHECK
Your vehicle is equipped with an electric
power steering (EPS) system. There is no
fluid reservoir to check or fill. WASHER FLUID CHECK WARNING
If you operate your vehicle in
temperatures below 40°F (5°C), use
washer fluid with antifreeze
protection. Failure to use washer fluid with
antifreeze protection in cold weather could
result in impaired windshield vision and
increase the risk of injury or accident. Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is
low. Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 290).
State or local regulations on volatile
organic compounds may restrict the use
of methanol, a common windshield washer
antifreeze additive. Washer fluids
containing non-methanol antifreeze
agents should be used only if they provide
cold weather protection without damaging
the vehicle ’s paint finish, wiper blades or
washer system.
FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime
fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel
tank. Regular maintenance or replacement
is not needed.
CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY WARNINGS
Batteries normally produce explosive
gases which can cause personal
injury. Therefore, do not allow
flames, sparks or lighted substances to
come near the battery. When working near
the battery, always shield your face and
protect your eyes. Always provide correct
ventilation.
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Vehicles equipped with
different size tires on the front
and rear axle
USING SUMMER TIRES
Summer tires provide superior
performance on wet and dry roads.
Summer tires do not have the Mud and
Snow (M+S or M/S) tire traction rating on
the tire side wall. Since summer tires do
not have the same traction performance
as All-season or Snow tires, we do not
recommend using summer tires when
temperatures drop to about 45°F (7°C) or
below (depending on tire wear and
environmental conditions) or in snow and ice conditions. Like any tire, summer tire
performance is affected by tire wear and
environmental conditions. If you must drive
in those conditions, we recommend using
Mud and Snow (M+S, M/S), All-season or
Snow tires.
Always store your summer tires indoors at
temperatures above 19°F (-7°C). The
rubber compounds used in these tires lose
flexibility and may develop surface cracks
in the tread area at temperatures below
19°F (-7°C)
. If the tires have been
subjected to 19°F (-7°C) or less, warm
them in a heated space to at least 41°F
(5°C) for at least 24 hours before installing
them on a vehicle, or moving the vehicle
with the tires installed, or checking tire
inflation. Do not place tires near heaters
or heating devices used to warm the room
where the tires are stored. Do not apply
heat or blow heated air directly on the tires.
Always inspect the tires after storage
periods and before use.
USING SNOW CHAINS WARNINGS
Driving too fast for conditions creates
the possibility of loss of vehicle
control. Driving at very high speeds
for extended periods of time may result in
damage to vehicle components. Snow tires must be the same size,
load index, speed rating as those
originally provided by Ford. Use of
any tire or wheel not recommended by
Ford can affect the safety and
performance of your vehicle, which could
result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and
death. Additionally, the use of
non-recommended tires and wheels could
cause steering, suspension, axle, transfer
case or power transfer unit failure. 278
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