2023 FORD MUSTANG automatic transmission

Active guidelinesA
CenterlineB
Fixed guideline: Green zoneC
Fixed guideline: Yellow zoneD
Fixed guideline: Red zoneE
Rear bumperF
Active guidelines only show with fixedguidelines. To use active guidelines, turnthe steering wheel to point the guidelinestoward an intended path. If the steeringwheel position changes while reversing,your vehicle might deviate from the originalintended path.
The fixed and active guidelines fade in andout depending on the steering wheelposition. The active guidelines do not showwhen the steering wheel position isstraight.
Always use caution while reversing.Objects in the red zone are closest to yourvehicle and objects in the green zone arefarther away. Objects are getting closer toyour vehicle as they move from the greenzone to the yellow or red zones. Use theside view mirrors and rear view mirror toget better coverage on both sides and rearof your vehicle.
Manual Zoom
WARNING: When manual zoom ison, the full area behind your vehicle maynot show. Be aware of your surroundingswhen using the manual zoom feature.
Note:Manual zoom is only available whenthe transmission is in reverse (R). Whenmanual zoom is enabled, only the centerlineis shown.
Selectable settings for this feature areZoom in (+) and Zoom out (-). Press thesymbol in the camera screen to change theview. The default setting is Zoom OFF.
This feature allows you to get a closer viewof an object behind your vehicle. Thezoomed image keeps the bumper in theimage to provide a reference. The zoom isonly active while the transmission is inreverse (R). When the transmission shiftsout of reverse (R), the featureautomatically turns off and must be resetwhen it is used again.
Camera System Settings
The rear view camera system settings canbe accessed through the display screen.See General Information (page 98).
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When you press the accelerator pedal, youoverride the set speed and gap distance.
When you override the system,the green indicator lightilluminates and the vehicleimage does not appear in the informationdisplay.
The system resumes operation when yourelease the accelerator pedal. The vehiclespeed decreases to the set speed, or alower speed if following a slower vehicle.
Changing the Set Speed
Press and release the button toincrease the set speed in smallincrements. Press and hold thebutton to increase the set speed in largeincrements. Release the button when theset speed is equal to your desired speed.
Press and release the button todecrease the set speed in smallincrements. Press and hold thebutton to decrease the set speed in largeincrements. Release the button when theset speed is equal to your desired speed.
You can use the accelerator or brake pedalto adjust the set speed. Press either buttonto set the speed.
The system may apply the brakes to slowthe vehicle to the new set speed. The setspeed displays continuously in theinformation display when the system isactive.
Canceling the Set Speed
Press and release the button.The set speed does not erase.
Note:For vehicles with manualtransmission, if you press the clutch pedalfor an extended period, this action alsocancels the set speed.
Resuming the Set Speed
Press and release the button.Your vehicle speed returns to thepreviously set speed and gapsetting. The set speed displayscontinuously in the information displaywhen the system is active.
Note:Only use resume if you are aware ofthe set speed and intend to return to it.
Automatic Cancellation
The system does not operate below12 mph (20 km/h).
Note:If the engine speed drops too low, anaudible warning sounds and a messageappears in the information display.Automatic braking releases.
Hilly Condition Usage
Select a lower gear when the system isactive in situations such as prolongeddownhill driving on steep slopes, forexample in mountainous areas. Thesystem needs additional engine braking inthese situations to reduce the load on thevehicle’s regular brake system to preventit from overheating.
Note:An audible alarm sounds and thesystem shuts down if it applies brakes foran extended period of time. This allows thebrakes to cool. The system functionsnormally again after the brakes cool.
Switching Adaptive Cruise ControlOff
Press and release OFF, or on vehicles withspeed limiter, the speedometer icon whenthe system is in standby mode to switchthe system off.
Note:You erase the set speed and gapsetting when you switch the system off.
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The design of the system is to detectvehicles that may have entered the blindspot zone. The detection area is on bothsides of your vehicle, extending rearwardfrom the exterior mirrors to approximately13 ft (4 m) beyond the rear bumper. Thedetection area extends to approximately59 ft (18 m) beyond the rear bumper whenthe vehicle speed is greater than 30 mph(48 km/h) to alert you of fasterapproaching vehicles.
Note:The system does not prevent contactwith other vehicles. Its design is not todetect parked vehicles, pedestrians, animalsor other infrastructures.
Using the Blind Spot InformationSystem
Vehicles with Automatic Transmission
The system turns on when all of thefollowing occur:
•You start your vehicle.
•You shift into drive (D).
•The vehicle speed is greater than6 mph (10 km/h).
Note:The system does not operate in park(P) or reverse (R).
Vehicles with Manual Transmission
The system turns on when all of thefollowing occur:
•You start your vehicle.
•The vehicle speed is greater than6 mph (10 km/h).
Note:The system does not operate inreverse (R).
System Lights and Messages
When the system detects a vehicle, analert indicator illuminates in the exteriormirror on the side the approaching vehicleis coming from. If you turn the directionindicator on for that side of your vehicle,the alert indicator flashes.
Note:The system may not alert you if avehicle quickly passes through the detectionzone.
Blocked Sensors
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DRIVE CONTROL - MACH 1 (IF
EQUIPPED)
Selectable Drive Modes
Selectable drive modes deliver acustomized driving experience using avariety of electronic vehicle systems. Thesystems optimize vehicle dynamics andpowertrain response based on yourselected mode. Systems associated withselectable drive modes are:
•Electronically power assisted steering.See Steering (page 202).
•Electronic stability control and tractioncontrol maintain your vehicle controlin adverse conditions or highperformance driving. See StabilityControl (page 175). See TractionControl (page 174).
•Electronic throttle control enhancesthe powertrain response to your drivinginput.
•Adaptive dampers, if your vehiclecomes with them.
•Active exhaust, if provided on yourvehicle, adjusts the soundcharacteristics of your vehicle.
Using Selectable Drive Modes
To change the drive mode setting, pressthe mode button on the instrument panelunder the display. The first pressilluminates the selected mode, subsequentpresses change the selected mode.
Note:Mode changes are not available whenthe ignition is off or when the transmissionis in reverse (R). Some modes may beunavailable when the transmission is in drive(D) or sport (S).
Note:Your vehicle may have some of thedrive modes that follow.
Modes:
•Normal – Best suited for everydaydriving. If your vehicle has adaptivedampers, the suspension delivers abalanced combination of comfort andhandling. Selectable steering defaultsto normal but you can change it usingthe steering button.
•Sport – Engages when you shift yourautomatic transmission into sport (S).Sport mode increases throttleresponse and helps your vehicleaccelerate faster, but does not changethe vehicle dynamics or stabilitysystem. The automatic transmissionholds lower gears and a higher RPMwhen lifting off the accelerator. Theautomatic transmission downshifts toa higher RPM when brakingaggressively.
•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 yourvehicle has adaptive dampers, thesuspension becomes stiffer, bodymotion reduces and the steeringbecomes more precise. Selectablesteering defaults to sport. Dependingon your vehicle configuration, you maybe able to change the selectablesteering setting by pressing the steering
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button. The automatic transmissionholds lower gears and a higher RPMwhen lifting off the accelerator. Theautomatic transmission downshifts toa higher RPM when brakingaggressively.
•Track – Provides a performance drivingexperience. Throttle responseincreases, and if your vehicle has activeexhaust, it takes on a more powerfultone. This mode automatically utilizesperformance oriented traction control.In this mode, traction controlintervention reduces and tunesspecifically for track usage only. We donot intend for you to use this mode onpublic roads. See Using StabilityControl (page 176).If your vehicle hasadaptive dampers, the suspension isoptimized for transient handlingmaneuvers. This mode offersmaximum control and confidence inhandling on road courses or auto-crossstyle events. Selectable steeringdefaults to sport. Depending on yourvehicle configuration, you could changethe selectable steering setting bypressing the steering button. Theautomatic transmission holds lowergears and a higher RPM and downshiftsmore aggressively under braking thanin sport mode.
•Drag Strip - Provides a performancedriving experience tailored to drivingon a drag strip. The engine respondsdirectly to your inputs, and if yourvehicle has active exhaust, it takes ona more powerful tone. We do notintend for you to use this mode onpublic roads. If your vehicle hasadaptive dampers, the settingoptimizes for straight line maximumacceleration. Selectable steeringdefaults to sport. Depending on yourvehicle configuration, you could changethe selectable steering setting bypressing the steering button. Theautomatic transmission calibrates toshift very aggressively to provide aperformance kick when driven atmaximum throttle.
•Snow/Wet - Provides a confidenthandling driving experience during poorweather. If your vehicle has adaptivedampers, the suspension delivers abalanced combination of comfort andhandling. Selectable steering defaultsto normal. Depending on your vehicleconfiguration, you could change theselectable steering setting by pressingthe steering button.
Using MyMode (If Equipped)
You can use MyMode to create a uniquedrive mode.
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To create or save MyMode, press thebutton on the steering wheel and accessthe menu. See General Information(page 98).The available systems display.Choose your desired settings using theappropriate buttons and menus. Press andhold OK to save your settings. MyModeadds to the drive mode list and you canselect the next time you drive your vehicle.
Note:The system has diagnostic checksthat continuously monitor the system tomake sure it properly operates. If a mode isunavailable due to a system fault or changein gear position, the selected mode defaultsto normal.
Note:Pre-Collision Assist automaticallydisables when you select track mode. SeePre-Collision Assist (page 203).
Note:If your vehicle has adaptive dampers,the steering setting optimizes to work witheach drive mode. Other steering settingsmay not be available.
Selectable Steering
Press the steering button on theinstrument panel to change thesteering feel. The first pressilluminates the selected mode. Each timeyou press the button, it changes the mode.
Modes:
•Normal - Default factory setting.
•Sport - Slightly higher effort requiredfor steering with more road force feltthrough the steering wheel.
•Comfort - Slightly less effort requiredfor steering with less road force feltthrough the steering wheel.
Note:You may feel a soft feedback bumpin the steering wheel after you make aselection.
Note:The steering setting defaults tonormal if you disconnect or remove thebattery.
Active Exhaust (If Equipped)
Use the information display toadjust the tone of the exhaust.
Active Exhaust modes:
•Quiet - Lowers the noise of the exhaust.
•Normal - Default factory setting.
•Sport - Raises the noise of the exhaust.
•Track - Tunes the exhaust for trackperformance.
Note:The track exhaust mode setting isonly for use at tracks and not for use onpublic roadways. Use of this setting resultsin increased exterior noise, which may notmeet state and local laws and regulations.It is the obligation of the driver to operatethe vehicle in a manner that complies withstate and local requirements. Only use thetrack exhaust mode setting at a competitiontrack or an off-road course where elevatedexterior vehicle noise is acceptable.
Rev Match (If Equipped)
This feature provides a smoother drivingexperience, particularly during a downshiftevent. You can accomplish this by a shiftposition prediction that commands a quickengine RPM match to the selected gear.You can switch this feature on and offthrough the information display. SeeGeneral Information (page 98).
Note:The system remembers your lastselection through ignition cycles.
Note:Rev match is only available with amanual transmission.
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No Lift Shift (If Equipped)
This feature provides you with the abilityto keep the accelerator pedal firmlypressed down during high engine speed,wide open throttle accelerations. Duringwide open throttle gear shifts, the enginecontroller prevents the engine speed fromflaring with the clutch disengaged duringa rapid upshift. This allows reducedmanual transmission upshift time, resultingin quicker acceleration and smoother nolift shifts.
DRIVE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
Selectable Drive Modes (If Equipped)
Selectable drive modes deliver acustomized driving experience using avariety of electronic vehicle systems. Thesystems optimize vehicle dynamics andpowertrain response based on yourselected mode. Systems associated withselectable drive modes are:
•Electronically power assisted steering.See Steering (page 202).
•Electronic stability control and tractioncontrol maintain your vehicle controlin adverse conditions or highperformance driving. See StabilityControl (page 175).
•Electronic throttle control enhancesthe powertrain response to your drivinginput.
•Adaptive dampers (if equipped).
•Active exhaust adjusts the soundcharacteristics of your vehicle (ifequipped).
Using Selectable Drive Modes
Note:Your vehicle may have some of thedrive modes that follow.
To change the drive mode setting, pressthe mode button on the instrument panelunder the display. The first pressilluminates the selected mode, subsequentpresses change the selected mode.
Note:Mode changes are not available whenthe ignition is off or when the transmissionis in reverse (R). Some modes may beunavailable when the transmission is in drive(D) or sport (S).
Modes:
•Normal – Best suited for everydaydriving. If your vehicle has adaptivedampers, the suspension delivers abalanced combination of comfort andhandling. Selectable steering defaultsto normal but can be changed usingthe steering button.
•Sport – Engages when you shift yourautomatic transmission into sport (S).Sport mode increases throttleresponse and helps your vehicleaccelerate faster, but does not changethe vehicle dynamics or stabilitysystem.
•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 yourvehicle has adaptive dampers, thesuspension becomes stiffer, body
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When Towing a Trailer
•Do not drive faster than 70 mph(113 km/h) during the first 500 mi(800 km).
•Do not make full-throttle starts.
•Check your hitch, electrical connectionsand trailer wheel lug nuts thoroughlyafter you have traveled 50 mi (80 km).
•When stopped in congested or heavytraffic during hot weather, place thetransmission in park (P) or neutral (N)to aid engine and transmission coolingand to help air conditioningperformance.
•Switch off the speed control withheavy loads or in hilly terrain. Thespeed control may turn offautomatically when you are towing onlong, steep grades.
•Shift to a lower gear when driving downa long or steep hill. Do not apply thebrakes continuously, as they mayoverheat and become less effective.
•If your transmission is equipped with aGrade Assist or Tow/Haul feature, usethis feature when towing. This providesengine braking and helps eliminateexcessive transmission shifting foroptimum fuel economy andtransmission cooling.
•Allow more distance for stopping witha trailer attached. Anticipate stops andbrake gradually.
•Avoid parking on a slope. However, ifyou must park on a slope:
1.Turn the steering wheel to point yourvehicle tires away from traffic flow.
2.Set your vehicle parking brake.
3.Place the automatic transmission inpark (P) or manual transmission in alow gear.
4.Place wheel chocks in front and backof the trailer wheels. Chocks are notincluded with your vehicle.
Launching or Retrieving a Boat orPersonal Watercraft (PWC)
Note:Disconnect the wiring to the trailerbefore backing the trailer into the water.
Note:Reconnect the wiring to the trailerafter removing the trailer from the water.
When backing down a ramp during boatlaunching or retrieval:
•Do not allow the static water level torise above the bottom edge of the rearbumper.
•Do not allow waves to break higherthan 6 in (15 cm) above the bottomedge of the rear bumper.
Exceeding these limits may allow water toenter vehicle components:
•Causing internal damage to thecomponents.
•Affecting driveability, emissions, andreliability.
Any time the rear axle submerges in water,replace the rear axle lubricant. Water maycontaminate the rear axle lubricant, whichis not a normal maintenance inspectionitem unless there is a possibility of a leakor other axle repair is required.
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