2022 FORD MUSTANG suspension

Introduction
About This Supplement
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At a Glance
At a Glance .........................................................
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Child Safety
Installing Child Restraints ............................
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Steering Wheel
Audio Control ....................................................
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Voice Control .....................................................
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Information Display Control ........................
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Instrument Cluster
Gauges ................................................................
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Information Displays
General Information ......................................
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Fuel and Refueling
Fuel Quality ......................................................
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Transmission
Manual Transmission ...................................
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Automatic Transmission ............................
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Technical Specifications .............................
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Brakes
General Information .....................................
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Driving Aids
Drive Control ...................................................
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Towing
Towing a Trailer ..............................................
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Transporting the Vehicle ............................
30Driving Hints
Breaking-In
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Driving Through Water ................................
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Roadside Emergencies
Towing Points .................................................
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Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart ............................
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Maintenance
Under Hood Overview .................................
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Engine Oil Check ...........................................
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Changing the Engine Air Filter ..................
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Engine Coolant Check ................................
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Track Use
Track Use ..........................................................
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Vehicle Care
General Information ....................................
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Cleaning the Exterior .....................................
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Cleaning the Engine ......................................
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Wheels and Tires
Wheels ...............................................................
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Tires ....................................................................
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Using Winter Tires .........................................
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Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications ..................................
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Brake System Specifications ....................
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Suspension Specifications ........................
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Motorcraft Parts ............................................
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Capacities and Specifications .................
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first-generation pony car had already
undergone its fourth major facelift, growing
in every dimension to accommodate even
bigger engines. The ’
71 Mustang featured
an extended nose with a body that was
wider, close to a foot longer and around
600 pounds heavier than the original. The
SportsRoof-only Mach 1 model was now
Ford's bread-and-butter enthusiast model,
especially with the optional new big-block
429 Cobra Jet engine, good for 370
horsepower.
There were only minor changes on tap for
Mustang in 1972 and ’ 73, most of them
dealing with the options list and the
continuing emasculation of engine
offerings and horsepower in the face of
emissions and fuel economy regulations,
as well as the elimination of a convertible.
The automotive performance world soon
came to a screeching halt in the wake of
an oil embargo and resulting gas
shortages, forcing most Americans to
abandon their muscle cars and
V-8-powered rides in favor of smaller,
more fuel-efficient vehicles. Ford saw the
market shift as the perfect time to return
its pony car to its roots – a compact,
affordable, sporty car whose styling and
image captured the spirit and imagination
of the American public.
When the new-from-the-ground-up,
second-generation Mustang II was
launched for the 1974 model year, it was
the first Mustang equipped with a
four-cylinder engine. An all-new 2.3-liter
I-4 produced around 90 horses as the
standard powerplant for the downsized
Mustang II - yet performance was roughly
equivalent to the previous Mustang’ s big
inline six. The Mustang II was available as
a hardtop two-door notchback coupe or a
three-door hatchback-style fastback.
Buyers had a choice of either I-4 or V-6
power, as well as a three-speed automatic
or four-speed manual transmissions. To
keep Mustang’ s performance image going even in a world where consumers favored
fuel economy over horsepower, an
enthusiast-focused Mustang II Mach 1
model was offered as a three-door
hatchback-style fastback, replete with
bucket seats.
There
’s little question that the saving grace
for the Mustang II’ s performance
reputation came when Ford finally realized
it needed to put the 302 V-8 back onto the
Mustang option list for 1975-78. The V-8
was available in any model, but first only
mated to a three-speed automatic
transmission, as a four-speed manual was
delayed a full year until a suitable clutch
could be tooled up. The two-barrel 302
shoehorned into the Mustang II got
catalytic converters to help meet 1976 ’s
tighter emissions standards, and saw an
increase to 139 horsepower – nearly equal
to the ’ 73’s standard V-8 power level. The
Mach 1’ s optional Competition Suspension
package offered stiffer springs, adjustable
shock absorbers and fatter front and rear
stabilizer bars to improve handling, and
kept it a popular enthusiast choice over all
five years of Mustang II's production. By
the dawn of the third-generation Mustang,
the Mach name would not return again to
the Mustang line until some 25 years later.
After the 1979-93 Fox Body Mustang years
had come and gone with the reintroduction
of a GT model, new sheet metal on a
revamped SN-95 platform helped to
rekindle consumer interest in a
fourth-generation Ford Mustang.
Enthusiasts lavished their attention upon
the 1993-1999 Mustang Cobra
performance model developed by the Ford
Special Vehicle Team skunkworks group,
while Ford engineers looked to specialty
models to fill the mid-market slot between
the standard Mustang GT and the
upmarket Cobra.
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Powertrain
•
5.0L, 302 cubic inch DOHC V8 engine
with Ti-VCT (Twin independent
Variable Camshaft Timing). Aluminum
engine block and cylinder heads.
• 480 hp @ 7,000 RPM; 420 lb-ft @
4,600 RPM.
• Forged steel cross-plane crankshaft
and connecting rods, cast aluminum
pistons, 12.0:1 compression ratio.
• GT350 87 mm large-bore electronic
throttle body and cold air intake with
exposed air filter element.
• Tubular exhaust manifolds.
• Auxiliary engine oil, transmission and
differential fluid coolers.
• Active valve performance exhaust
system with 4.5 inch polished tips. •
Tremec 3160 6-speed manual
transmission with active rev-match
and white shift knob. 10-speed
automatic transmission with upgraded
torque converter and steering wheel
paddle shifters available.
• 3.73 (3.55 export markets) Torsen rear
differential with Tremec 6-speed
manual transmission. 3.55 Torsen rear
differential with 10-speed automatic
transmission.
Chassis
• MacPherson strut with double
ball-joint front suspension.
• Front adjustable strut top mounts
(with optional Handling Package).
• Integral-link, independent rear
suspension with cross-axis joints.
• Electronic power assisted steering
system (EPAS) with three unique,
customer selectable steering modes
(Comfort, Normal, Sport).
• Black painted Brembo 6-piston
aluminum front brake calipers with 380
mm one-piece vented front brake
rotors (red or orange painted calipers
available).
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DRIVE CONTROL
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.
• Electronic stability control and traction
control maintain your vehicle control
in adverse conditions or high
performance driving.
• Electronic throttle control enhances
the powertrain response to your driving
input.
• Adaptive dampers, if your vehicle
comes with them.
• Active exhaust, if provided on your
vehicle, adjusts the sound
characteristics of your vehicle.
Using Selectable Drive Modes 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).
Note: Your vehicle may have some of the
drive modes that follow.
Modes:
• Normal – Best suited for everyday
driving. If your vehicle has adaptive
dampers, the suspension delivers a
balanced combination of comfort and
handling. Selectable steering defaults
to normal but you can change it 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. The automatic transmission
holds lower gears and a higher RPM
when lifting off the accelerator. The
automatic transmission downshifts to
a higher RPM when braking
aggressively.
• Sport+ – Best suited for spirited driving.
This mode increases throttle response,
and if your vehicle has active exhaust,
it takes on a more powerful tone. If your
vehicle has adaptive dampers, the
suspension becomes stiffer, body
motion reduces and the steering
becomes more precise. Selectable
steering defaults to sport. Depending
on your vehicle configuration, you may
be able to change the selectable
steering setting by pressing the steering
button. The automatic transmission
holds lower gears and a higher RPM
when lifting off the accelerator. The
automatic transmission downshifts to
a higher RPM when braking
aggressively.
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Track – Provides a performance driving
experience. Throttle response
increases, and if your vehicle has active
exhaust, it takes on a more powerful
tone. This mode automatically utilizes
performance oriented traction control.
In this mode, traction control
intervention reduces and tunes
specifically for track usage only. We do
not intend for you to use this mode on
public roads. If your vehicle has
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. Depending on your
vehicle configuration, you could change
the selectable steering setting by
pressing the steering button. The
automatic transmission holds lower
gears and a higher RPM and downshifts
more aggressively under braking than
in sport mode. •
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 has active exhaust, it takes on
a more powerful tone. We do not
intend for you to use this mode on
public roads. If your vehicle has
adaptive dampers, the setting
optimizes for straight line maximum
acceleration. Selectable steering
defaults to sport. Depending on your
vehicle configuration, you could change
the selectable steering setting by
pressing the steering button. The
automatic transmission calibrates to
shift very aggressively to provide a
performance kick when driven at
maximum throttle.
• Snow/Wet - Provides a confident
handling driving experience during poor
weather. If your vehicle has adaptive
dampers, the suspension delivers a
balanced combination of comfort and
handling. Selectable steering defaults
to normal. Depending on your vehicle
configuration, you could change the
selectable steering setting by pressing
the steering button.
Using MyMode (If Equipped) You can use MyMode to create a unique
drive mode.
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Alternate Flatbed Method
Tow vehicle ramp.
A
Wooden ramp.
B
Use 2 in (5 cm) by 8 in (20 cm) by 8 ft
(2.5 m) wooden ramps to load the vehicle.
The diagram illustrates the maximum
ramp angle allowable to load your vehicle
on a flatbed. Vehicle damage may occur
with greater angles.
Blocks must be used to achieve
appropriate undercarriage clearances.
Transporting or Trailering - Mach
1 Handling Package
(If Equipped)
Due to low ground clearance, your vehicle
is transported from the assembly plant to
the dealer with front suspension spacers
installed. These are removed by the dealer
prior to customer delivery and are provided
with the vehicle. If you plan to transport or
trailer your vehicle and need additional
clearance, the spacers may be reinstalled
for additional underbody clearance. Note:
Suspension spacers must be
removed before driving your vehicle. Failure
to remove the spacers may cause damage
to suspension components and degrade
vehicle performance.
Note: It is only possible for you to install or
remove the suspension spacers while the
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Front Suspension
Insert the top of the spring spacer onto the
spring first, then snap the bottom of the
spacer into place.
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Operating at High Speeds and
Track Days
Your vehicle is capable of sustained high
speeds and track day driving.
Before operating your vehicle at high
speeds:
•
Verify your tires have the correct
pressures.
• Inspect wheels and tires for wear and
damage. Replace any damaged wheels
and tires.
• Check and set lug nut torque. See
Wheels (page 52).
• Verify fluid levels for oil, coolant, brake
and hydraulic fluid. See
Capacities
and Specifications (page 56).
• Change the engine oil and replace the
engine oil filter prior to use on the track.
Change the engine oil and filter again
after every four hours of track time.
Maintain the engine oil level at or near
the max mark on the engine oil dipstick.
See
Engine Oil Check (page 38).
• Replace the brake fluid with fresh
Motorcraft/Ford DOT 4 LV High
Performance Brake Fluid or other DOT
compliant fluid with a dry boiling point
greater than
500°F (260°C) from a
sealed container. Do not use silicone
or DOT 5 brake fluids.
• If you are operating your Mach 1 on a
drag strip, use drag strip selectable
drive mode in addition to using line lock
and launch control to provide a specific
set-up tuned for the quickest straight
line elapsed times.
• If you are operating your Mach 1 on a
road course, use sport or track
selectable drive modes to provide a
specific set-up tuned for optimal shift
and suspension set-up that is tuned
towards handling prowess on closed
course surfaces. After operating your vehicle at high speeds
or track day driving, do the following:
•
Set the tire pressure to the proper
specification.
• Check and set the lug nut torque. See
Wheels
(page 52).
• Check all fluid levels.
• Refer to the track maintenance interval
chart. See
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance (page 70).
• Check the front and rear wheel
bearings for abnormal wear.
• Inspect brake caliper dust boots for
abnormal wear.
Track Apps WARNING:
Track Apps™
is for
track use only. Remember that even
advanced technology cannot defy the
laws of physics. It is always possible to
lose control of a vehicle due to
inappropriate driver input for the
conditions. Aggressive driving on any
road condition can cause you to lose
control of your vehicle increasing the risk
of personal injury or property damage.
This information display driven feature
provides a suite of menu options to record
and optimize your track performances.
See
General Information (page 13).
Note: Track Apps are for track use only. Do
not use them under any other driving
conditions.
Note: You cannot view or clear your results
unless your vehicle is at a complete stop
with the right arrow on the display menu
inactive. If your vehicle does not reach
100 mph (160 km/h)
during the track run,
your display may not show your selected
interval's results.
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