Using Stability Control
...............................110
Parking Aids
Rear View Camera ........................................
112
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation .................................
114
Using Cruise Control ....................................
114
Driving Aids
Steering ............................................................
115
Drive Mode Control ......................................
115
Load Carrying
Rear Under Hatch Storage ........................
121
Load Limit ........................................................
121
Towing
Towing a Trailer ............................................
126
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels ......
126
Driving Hints
Breaking-In .....................................................
127
Driving Through Water ...............................
127
Floor Mats .......................................................
128
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance ..................................
129
Hazard Flashers ...........................................
129
Fuel Shutoff ...................................................
129
Jump Starting the Vehicle ........................
130
Post-Crash Alert System ...........................
131
Transporting the Vehicle ............................
131
Towing Points ................................................
132
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need ...............
133
In California (U.S. Only) ............................
134
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only) .....................
134Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration
Program (Canada Only) .......................
135
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada ........................................................
136
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature ........................................................................\
.
137
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) ........................................................................\
.
137
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only) ........................................................................\
.
138
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart ..........................
139
Changing a Fuse ..........................................
148
Maintenance
General Information ...................................
150
Opening and Closing the Hood ..............
150
Under Hood Overview ................................
152
Engine Oil Dipstick ......................................
153
Engine Oil Check ..........................................
153
Engine Coolant Check ...............................
154
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check ........................................................................\
.
158
Brake Fluid Check ........................................
158
Power Steering Fluid Check ....................
159
Washer Fluid Check ....................................
159
Fuel Filter ........................................................
160
Changing the 12V Battery ........................
160
Checking the Wiper Blades ......................
162
Changing the Wiper Blades .....................
162
Adjusting the Headlamps ........................
163
Changing a Bulb ..........................................
164
Changing the Engine Air Filter ................
164
Track Use
Track Use ........................................................
165
Launch Control
About Launch Control ...............................
167
Using Launch Control .................................
167
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Air conditioning system
Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery
Brake fluid - non petroleum
based
Brake system
Carbon Ceramic Brakes
Cabin air filter
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt
Flammable
Front airbag
Fuse compartment
Hazard flashers
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
Panic alarm
Parking brake
Power steering fluid
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EMISSION LAW
WARNING: Do not remove or alter
the original equipment floor covering or
insulation between it and the metal floor
of the vehicle. The floor covering and
insulation protect occupants of the
vehicle from the engine and exhaust
system heat and noise. On vehicles with
no original equipment floor covering
insulation, do not carry passengers in a
manner that permits prolonged skin
contact with the metal floor. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in
fire or personal injury.
U.S. federal laws and certain state laws
prohibit removing or rendering inoperative
emission control system components.
Similar federal or provincial laws may
apply in Canada. We do not approve of any
vehicle modification without first
determining applicable laws. Tampering with emissions
control systems including
related sensors or the Diesel
Exhaust Fluid system can result in reduced
engine power and the illumination of the
service engine soon light. Tampering With a Noise Control
System
Federal laws prohibit the following acts:
•
Removal or rendering inoperative by
any person other than for purposes of
maintenance.
• Repair or replacement of any device or
element of the design incorporated into
a new vehicle for the purpose of noise
control prior to its sale or delivery to
the ultimate purchaser or while it is in
use.
• The use of the vehicle after any person
removes or renders inoperative any
device or element of the design.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
may presume to constitute tampering as
follows:
• Removal of hood blanket, fender apron
absorbers, fender apron barriers,
underbody noise shields or acoustically
absorptive material.
• Tampering or rendering inoperative the
engine speed governor, to allow engine
speed to exceed manufacturer
specifications.
If the engine does not start, runs rough,
experiences a decrease in engine
performance, experiences excess fuel
consumption or produces excessive
exhaust smoke, check for the following:
• A plugged or disconnected air inlet
system hose.
• A plugged engine air filter element.
• Water in the fuel filter and water
separator.
• A clogged fuel filter.
• Contaminated fuel.
• Air in the fuel system, due to loose
connections.
• An open or pinched sensor hose.
• Incorrect engine oil level.
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•
Incorrect fuel for climatic conditions.
• Incorrect engine oil viscosity for
climactic conditions.
Note: Some vehicles have a lifetime fuel
filter that is integrated with the fuel tank.
Regular maintenance or replacement is not
needed.
Note: If these checks do not help you
correct the concern, have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
Noise Emissions Warranty,
Prohibited Tampering Acts and
Maintenance
On January 1, 1978, Federal regulation
became effective governing the noise
emission on trucks over 10,000 lb
(4,536 kg) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR). The preceding statements
concerning prohibited tampering acts and
maintenance, and the noise warranty
found in the Warranty Guide, are
applicable to complete chassis cabs over
10,000 lb (4,536 kg)
GVWR.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER WARNING:
Do not park, idle or
drive your vehicle on dry grass or other
dry ground cover. The emission system
heats up the engine compartment and
exhaust system, creating the risk of fire. WARNING:
The normal operating
temperature of the exhaust system is
very high. Never work around or attempt
to repair any part of the exhaust system
until it has cooled. Use special care when
working around the catalytic converter.
The catalytic converter heats up to a very
high temperature after only a short
period of engine operation and stays hot
after the engine is switched off. WARNING:
Exhaust leaks may
result in entry of harmful and potentially
lethal fumes into the passenger
compartment. If you smell exhaust
fumes inside your vehicle, have your
vehicle inspected immediately. Do not
drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
Your vehicle has various emission control
components and a catalytic converter that
enables it to comply with applicable
exhaust emission standards.
To make sure that the catalytic converter
and other emission control components
continue to work properly:
• Do not crank the engine for more than
10 seconds at a time.
• Do not run the engine with a spark plug
lead disconnected.
• Do not push-start or tow-start your
vehicle. Use booster cables. See Jump
Starting the Vehicle
(page 130).
• Use only the specified fuel listed.
• Do not switch the ignition off when your
vehicle is moving.
• Avoid running out of fuel.
• Have the items listed in scheduled
maintenance information performed
according to the specified schedule.
Note: Resulting component damage may
not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
The scheduled maintenance items listed
in scheduled maintenance information are
essential to the life and performance of
your vehicle and to its emissions system.
If you use anything other than Ford,
Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts for
maintenance replacements or for service
of components affecting emission control,
such non-Ford parts should be equivalent
to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in
performance and durability.
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BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires for
approximately 300 mi (480 km). During
this time, your vehicle may exhibit some
unusual driving characteristics.
You should not drive your Ford GT
aggressively for the first
600 mi
(1,000 km) of vehicle operation. This will
allow for proper break in of the powertrain
and braking systems.
For the first 600 miles (1,000 km):
• Do not apply high load at low engine
speed.
• Do not drive the vehicle at a sustained
high-speed, high load.
• Avoid driving the vehicle at full throttle.
• Drive the vehicle at varying road and
engine speeds.
• Do not drive in competition and race
track conditions.
• Do not use launch control.
• If you are going to use the vehicle on
the race track right after break in,
change the oil after break in.
Cold Engine Operation
The design of your Ford GT restricts engine
power and RPM when the engine is cold.
The engine RPM and power output will be
reduced until the engine reaches full
operating temperature.
Hot Engine Shut down
You should allow your Ford GT engine to
cool down for a few minutes prior to shut
down after high speed or high performance
driving. Allowing the engine to run at light
loads and or idle for a few minutes will
reduce overall engine oil and coolant
temperatures. 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 filters.
Before driving through standing water,
check the depth. Do not drive through
water that is higher than the sidewall of
the front tire. If the water is up onto the
wheel, do not proceed. When driving
through a puddle, drive slowly to avoid
splashing the water into the engine air
intake. 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.
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW
Negative jump start post. See Jump Starting the Vehicle (page 130).
A.
Brake fluid reservoir.
See Brake Fluid Check (page 158).
B.
Cabin air filter access door. See
Cabin Air Filter (page 81).
C.
Washer fluid reservoir. See
Windshield Washers (page 56).
D.
Front hood sensor. See
Warning Lamps and Indicators (page 64).
E.
Hydraulic fluid reservoir for power steering, active aero and active suspension.
See
Power Steering Fluid Check (page 159).
F.
Positive jump start post. See
Jump Starting the Vehicle (page 130).
G.
Front power distribution box. See
Fuse Specification Chart (page 139).
H.
Engine coolant reservoir.
See Engine Coolant Check (page 154).
I.
Rear power distribution box 2. See
Fuse Specification Chart (page 139).
J.
Rear power distribution box 1. See
Fuse Specification Chart (page 139).
K.
Oil cap, reservoir and dipstick. See
Engine Oil Dipstick (page 153).
L.
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We engineer and test all motor vehicles
and their components for reliable, regular
driving. Under various conditions,
long-term storage may lead to degraded
engine performance or failure unless you
use specific precautions to preserve engine
components.
General
Note:
Do not park your vehicle in facilities
that use parking platforms or elevators that
lift your vehicle. The vehicle Warranty may
not cover damage caused to your vehicle as
a result of using this type of equipment.
• Store all vehicles inside a garage or
building in a dry, ventilated place.
• Protect from sunlight, if possible. Use
a soft, breathable vehicle cover.
Body
• Wash your vehicle thoroughly to
remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from
exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing
and the underside of front fenders.
• Lubricate all hood, door and luggage
compartment hinges and latches with
a light grade oil.
• Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
Engine
• Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast
idle with the climate controls set to
defrost until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature. •
With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
• If your vehicle is stored for more than
a few months, we recommend that you
change the engine oil before you use
your vehicle again.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle and add
commercially available fuel stabilizer.
Run the engine for a minimum of one
minute to ensure that treated fuel has
circulated through the system.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
• Connect your vehicle to the battery
charger/maintainer provided with your
vehicle whenever you store your vehicle
for more than 2 weeks.
• Connect the wires as shown in the
illustration. See Changing the 12V
Battery (page 160).
Brakes
• Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS
Part Number
Component
FA-1912-A*
Air filter element.
HG7Z-6731-A**
Oil filter.
HG7Z-10655-A**
Battery.
SP-542*
Spark plugs.
FP-70*
Cabin air filter.
HG7Z-17528-A (right-hand side)**
Windshield wipers.
HG7Z-17528-B (left-hand side)**
*Motorcraft® part number
**Ford part number
We recommend Ford and Motorcraft®
replacement parts available at your Ford
dealer or at fordparts.com for scheduled
maintenance. These parts meet or exceed
Ford Motor Company ’s specifications and
are engineered for your vehicle. Use of
other parts may impact vehicle
performance, emissions and durability.
Your warranty may be void for any damage
related to use of other parts. For spark plug replacement, contact an
authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs
at the appropriate intervals.
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