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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Battery
If it illuminates while driving, it
indicates a malfunction. Switch
off all unnecessary electrical
equipment and have the system checked
by your authorized dealer immediately.
Brake System WARNING: Driving your vehicle
with the warning lamp on is dangerous.
A significant decrease in braking
performance may occur. It may take you
longer to stop your vehicle. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Driving extended distances with the
parking brake engaged can cause brake
failure and the risk of personal injury. It will illuminate when you
engage the parking brake with
the ignition on.
If it illuminates when you are driving, check
that the parking brake is not engaged. If
the parking brake is not engaged, this
indicates low brake fluid level or a brake
system malfunction. Have the system
checked immediately by your authorized
dealer.
Carbon Ceramic Brakes It illuminates when the brake
pads are worn and require
replacement.
Cruise Control It illuminates when you switch
the system on.
See
Using Cruise Control
(page 114). Damper Comfort Mode It illuminates when you switch
this feature on. See Drive Mode
Control
(page 115).
Direction Indicator Illuminates when the left or right
turn signal or the hazard warning
flasher is turned on. If the
indicators stay on or flash faster, check for
an inoperative bulb. See
Maintenance
(page 150).
Door Ajar Displays when the ignition is on
and any door is not completely
closed.
Electric Park Brake It illuminates or flashes when the
electric parking brake has a
malfunction. See
Electric
Parking Brake (page 106).
Engine Coolant Temperature Illuminates when the engine
coolant temperature is high.
Stop the vehicle as soon as
possible, switch off the engine and let cool.
See
Engine Coolant Check (page 154).
Engine Oil If it illuminates with the engine
running or when you are driving,
this indicates a malfunction.
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so and switch the engine off. Check the
engine oil level.
See
Engine Oil Check (page 153).
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Note:
Do not resume your journey if it
illuminates despite the level being correct.
Have the system checked by your authorized
dealer immediately.
Fasten Seatbelt It illuminates and a chime
sounds until you fasten the
seatbelts.
Front Airbag If it fails to illuminate when you
start your vehicle, continues to
flash or remains on, it indicates
a malfunction. Have the system checked
by your authorized dealer.
Front Lift Mode Active Illuminates when you switch this
feature on. See Drive Mode
Control (page 115).
Frost Warning Lamp WARNING:
Even if the
temperature rises to above 39°F (4°C)
there is no guarantee that the road is free
of hazards caused by inclement weather. It illuminates when the outside
air temperature is 39°F (4°C) or
below.
Hatch Ajar Displays when the ignition is on
and the hatch is not completely
closed.
High Beam It illuminates when you switch
the high beam headlamps on or
use the headlamp flasher. Hood Ajar Displays when the ignition is on
and the hood is not completely
closed.
Hydraulic System Fault Illuminates when there is an
issue with your vehicle's
hydraulic system. Have the
system checked by your authorized dealer
immediately.
Launch Control Illuminates when you switch this
feature on. See Using Stability
Control
(page 110).
Low Beam Malfunction Warning
Lamp It illuminates when there is a
malfunction with a low beam
headlamp bulb.
Low Fuel Level It will illuminate when the fuel
level is low or the fuel tank is
nearly empty. Refuel as soon as
possible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning It will illuminate when your tire
pressure is low. If the lamp
remains on with the engine
running or when driving, check your tire
pressures as soon as possible.
It will also illuminate momentarily when
you switch the ignition on to confirm the
lamp is functional. If it does not illuminate
when you switch the ignition on, or begins
to flash at any time, have the system
checked by your authorized dealer.
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Illumination of the service engine soon
indicator, charging system warning light or
the temperature warning light, fluid leaks,
strange odors, smoke or loss of engine
power could indicate that the emission
control system is not working properly.
An improperly operating or damaged
exhaust system may allow exhaust to
enter the vehicle. Have a damaged or
improperly operating exhaust system
inspected and repaired immediately.
Do not make any unauthorized changes to
your vehicle or engine. By law, vehicle
owners and anyone who manufactures,
repairs, services, sells, leases, trades
vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles
are not permitted to intentionally remove
an emission control device or prevent it
from working. Information about your
vehicle
’s emission system is on the Vehicle
Emission Control Information Decal
located on or near the engine. This decal
also lists engine displacement.
Please consult your warranty information
for complete details.
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
Your vehicle has a computer known as the
on-board diagnostics system (OBD-II) that
monitors the engine ’s emission control
system. The system protects the
environment by making sure that your
vehicle continues to meet government
emission standards. The OBD-II system
also assists a service technician in properly
servicing your vehicle. When the service engine soon
indicator illuminates, the OBD-II
system has detected a
malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may
cause the service engine soon indicator to
illuminate. Examples are: 1. Your vehicle has run out of fuel
—the
engine may misfire or run poorly.
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel —the engine may misfire or run
poorly.
3. The fuel fill inlet may not have closed properly. See Refueling (page 92).
4. Driving through deep water —the
electrical system may be wet.
You can correct these temporary
malfunctions by filling the fuel tank with
good quality fuel, properly closing the fuel
fill inlet or letting the electrical system dry
out. After three driving cycles without these
or any other temporary malfunctions
present, the service engine soon indicator
should stay off the next time you start the
engine. A driving cycle consists of a cold
engine startup followed by mixed city and
highway driving. No additional vehicle
service is required.
If the service engine soon indicator remains
on, have your vehicle serviced at the first
available opportunity. Although some
malfunctions detected by the OBD-II may
not have symptoms that are apparent,
continued driving with the service engine
soon indicator on can result in increased
emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced
engine and transmission smoothness and
lead to more costly repairs.
Readiness for Inspection and
Maintenance (I/M) Testing
Some state and provincial and local
governments may have
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs
to inspect the emission control equipment
on your vehicle. Failure to pass this
inspection could prevent you from getting
a vehicle registration. If the service engine soon
indicator is on or the bulb does
not work, your vehicle may need
service. See On-Board Diagnostics.
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Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test if
the service engine soon indicator is on or
not working properly (bulb is burned out),
or if the OBD-II system has determined
that some of the emission control systems
have not been properly checked. In this
case, the vehicle is not ready for I/M
testing.
If the vehicle
’s engine or transmission has
just been serviced, or the battery has
recently run down or been replaced, the
OBD-II system may indicate that the
vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To
determine if the vehicle is ready for I/M
testing, turn the ignition key to the on
position for 15 seconds without cranking
the engine. If the service engine soon
indicator blinks eight times, it means that
the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing; if
the service engine soon indicator stays on
solid, it means that your vehicle is ready
for I/M testing.
The OBD-II system checks the emission
control system during normal driving. A
complete check may take several days.
If the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing,
you can perform the following driving cycle
consisting of mixed city and highway
driving:
1. 15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway or highway followed by 20
minutes of stop-and-go driving with at
least four 30-second idle periods.
2. Allow your vehicle to sit for at least eight hours with the ignition off. Then,
start the vehicle and complete the
above driving cycle. The vehicle must
warm up to its normal operating
temperature. Once started, do not turn
off the vehicle until the above driving
cycle is complete.
If the vehicle is still not ready for I/M
testing, you need to repeat the above
driving cycle.
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5. Install the new blade assembly and
reconnect the washer pipe.
6. When complete, switch on the wipers and they will cycle back to the park
position when you switch them off.
Replace wiper blades at least once per
year for optimum performance.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
Headlamp Aim Target 8 ft (2.4 m).
A
Center height of lamp to ground.
B
25 ft (7.6 m).
C
Horizontal reference line.
D
Vertical Aim Adjustment
1. Park your vehicle on a level surface approximately 25 ft (7.6 m) away from
a vertical wall or screen.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Measure the height from the center of the headlamp to the ground.
Note: There may be an identifying mark on
the lens to help you locate the center of the
headlamp bulb. 4.
Mark a horizontal reference line on the
vertical wall or screen that is a
minimum of
8 ft (2.4 m) long.
5. Switch the low beam headlamps on. 6.
There is a distinct change from light to
dark in the left-hand portion of the
headlamp beam pattern. Position the
top edge of this cut-off
2 in (5 cm)
below the horizontal reference line. 7.
Locate and remove the plug in the front
of the wheel liner. Place wheels in the
straight ahead position. Use a ½ inch
socket wrench to adjust vertical
alignment (A).
Note: To see a clearer light pattern while
adjusting one headlamp, block the light
from the other headlamp.
8. Switch the low beam headlamps off.
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CHANGING A BULB
LED Lamps
All exterior and interior lamps on the GT
are LED.
These lamps operate at a high voltage.
Contact an authorized dealer if they fail.
CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR
FILTER
Please see an authorized dealer.
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A
A/C
See: Climate Control........................................... 79
About Launch Control.................................167
About This Manual...........................................5 Ford GT Concierge Phone Numbers................5
ABS See: Brakes........................................................... 105
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................ 105
Accessories....................................................270
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation.............................................. 9
Adjusting the Headlamps.........................163 Headlamp Aim Target....................................... 163
Adjusting the Pedals.....................................55
Adjusting the Steering Wheel.....................51
Airbag Disposal...............................................39
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control........................................... 79
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter.............164
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................ 50
Anti-Theft Alarm............................................50 Arming the Alarm................................................ 50
Disarming the Alarm........................................... 50
Appendices....................................................285
Apps.................................................................244 ........................................................................\
.......... 244
At a Glance........................................................14
Audible Warnings and Indicators
.............68
Headlamps On Warning Chime..................... 68
Keyless Warning Alert........................................ 68
Audio Control...................................................52 Seek, Next or Previous........................................ 52
Audio System
...............................................208
Audio Unit......................................................208
Autolamps........................................................58
Automatic Climate Control........................79 Directing the Airflow............................................ 79
Setting the Blower Motor Speed.................... 79
Setting the Temperature................................... 79
Switching Auto Mode On and Off.................. 79
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off........79 Switching the Air Conditioning On and
Off........................................................................\
. 79
Automatic Transmission
...........................100
Brake-Shift Interlock......................................... 103
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow.................................................................. 104
Performance Shift Indicator........................... 102
SelectShift™ Automatic Transmission.................................................... 101
Understanding the Positions of Your Automatic Transmission............................ 100
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.............................................................158
Auxiliary Power Points.................................84 DC Power Point..................................................... 84
Location................................................................... 84
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery...................... 160
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........150
Booster Seats
..................................................22
Types of Booster Seats...................................... 23
Brake Fluid Check
.........................................158
Brakes...............................................................105 General Information.......................................... 105
Breaking-In......................................................127 Cold Engine Operation...................................... 127
Hot Engine Shut down...................................... 127
C
Cabin Air Filter
..................................................81
Capacities and Specifications................205 Specifications..................................................... 205
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 168
Catalytic Converter........................................97 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)..................... 98
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing..................................................... 98
Changing a Bulb
...........................................164
LED Lamps............................................................ 164
Changing a Fuse...........................................148 Fuses....................................................................... 148
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