2023 FORD MUSTANG automatic transmission

TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE
- MACH 1
If you need to have your vehicle towed,contact your roadside assistance centeror a professional towing service.
We recommend that your vehicle be towedwith flatbed equipment only. When towingwith a flatbed, race ramps or wood rampsmust be used when loading or unloadingyour vehicle. Wheel baskets are requiredwhen flatbed towing.
Your vehicle could come with a frontrecovery hook to assist in vehicle recoverysituations.
Perform the following when towing yourvehicle:
•Enable manual park override. SeeAutomatic Transmission (page 164).
Note:Do not use the Stay in Neutral Modefor towing.
Note:Do not tow with a slingbelt or wheellift equipment.
Note:If the vehicle is towed incorrectly orby any other means, vehicle damage mayoccur.
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JUMP STARTING THE VEHICLE
WARNING: Batteries normallyproduce explosive gases which cancause personal injury. Therefore, do notallow flames, sparks or lightedsubstances to come near the battery.When working near the battery, alwaysshield your face and protect your eyes.Always provide correct ventilation.
WARNING: Keep batteries out ofreach of children. Batteries containsulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin,eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes whenworking near the battery to protectagainst possible splashing of acidsolution. In case of acid contact with skinor eyes, flush immediately with water fora minimum of 15 minutes and get promptmedical attention. If acid is swallowed,call a physician immediately.
WARNING: Use only adequatelysized cables with insulated clamps.
Note:Do not attempt to push-start yourautomatic transmission vehicle. Attemptingto push-start a vehicle with an automatictransmission may cause transmissiondamage.
Note:Do not disconnect the battery of thedisabled vehicle as this could damage thevehicle electrical system.
Preparing Your Vehicle
Note:Use only a 12-volt supply to start yourvehicle.
Park the booster vehicle close to the hoodof the disabled vehicle, making sure thetwo vehicles do not touch.
Removing the Battery Shield
The battery is on the passenger sideunderneath the battery shield.
1.Rotate and release three fasteners byhand from the battery shield.
2.Remove the battery shield from thevehicle.
Connecting the Jumper Cables
WARNING: Do not connect the endof the second cable to the negative (-)terminal of the battery to be jumped. Aspark may cause an explosion of thegases that surround the battery.
WARNING: Do not use fuel lines,engine valve covers, windshield wiperarms, the intake manifold, or hood latchas ground points.
Note:If you are using a jump pack orbooster box, follow that manufacturer'sinstructions.
Note:In the illustration, the vehicle shownis being jumped.
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Protected ComponentFuse RatingFuse or RelayNumber
Convertible top master motor (base).20A217
Not used (GT500).—
Not used.—18
Steering column lock relay (base).20A3
19Transmission control unit (GT500).10A3
Brake on-off switch.10A320
Horn.20A321
Powertrain control module relay.10A322
Air conditioning clutch.10A323
Voltage quality module.30A224
Steering column lock relay (GT500).20A225
Not used (base).—
Windshield wiper motor.25A226
Not used.—27
Automatic brake system valve.30A228
Not used.—29
Starter motor solenoid.30A230
Not used.—31
Latch relay coil.10A332
Run/start (base).15A3
33Left-hand high-intensity discharge head-lamps (GT500).20A3
Exhaust valves.15A334
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Have your vehicle serviced regularly to helpmaintain its roadworthiness and resalevalue. There is a large network ofauthorized dealers that are there to helpyou with their professional servicingexpertise. We believe that their speciallytrained technicians are best qualified toservice your vehicle properly and expertly.They are supported by a wide range ofhighly specialized tools developedspecifically for servicing your vehicle.
If your vehicle requires professional service,an authorized dealer can provide thenecessary parts and service. Check yourwarranty information to find out whichparts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants,fluids and service parts conforming tospecifications. Motorcraft® parts aredesigned and built to provide the bestperformance in your vehicle.
Precautions
•Do not work on a hot engine.
•Make sure that nothing gets caught inmoving parts.
•Do not work on a vehicle with theengine running in an enclosed space,unless you are sure you have enoughventilation.
•Keep all open flames and other burningmaterial, such as cigarettes, away fromthe battery and all fuel related parts.
Working with the Engine Off
1.Set the parking brake and shift thetransmission to park (P), for automatictransmission, or neutral (N), for manualtransmission.
2.Switch off the engine.
3.Block the wheels.
Working with the Engine On
WARNING: To reduce the risk ofvehicle damage and personal burninjuries, do not start your engine with theair cleaner removed and do not removeit while the engine is running.
1.Set the parking brake and shift thetransmission to park (P), for automatictransmission, or neutral (N), for manualtransmission.
2.Block the wheels.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood
1.Inside the vehicle, pull the hood releasehandle located under the left-handside of the instrument panel.
2.Slightly lift the hood.
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You may notice a reduction in vehiclespeed caused by reduced engine power inorder to manage the engine coolanttemperature. Your vehicle may enter thismode if certain high-temperature andhigh-load conditions take place. Theamount of speed reduction depends onvehicle loading, grade and ambienttemperature. If this occurs, there is noneed to stop your vehicle. You cancontinue to drive.
The air conditioning may automaticallyturn on and off during severe operatingconditions to protect the engine fromoverheating. When the coolanttemperature decreases to the normaloperating temperature, the air conditioningturns on.
If the coolant temperature gauge movesfully into the red zone, or if the coolanttemperature warning or service enginesoon messages appear in your informationdisplay, do the following:
1.Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safeto do so. Fully apply the parking brake,shift into park (P) or neutral (N).
2.Leave the engine running until thecoolant temperature gauge needlereturns to the normal position. If thetemperature does not drop afterseveral minutes, follow the remainingsteps.
3.Switch the engine off and wait for it tocool. Check the coolant level.
4.If the coolant level is at or below theminimum mark, add prediluted coolantimmediately.
5.If the coolant level is normal, restartthe engine and continue.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK - 6-SPEED
MANUAL TRANSMISSION –
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Note:Make sure the vehicle is on a levelsurface.
1.Clean the filler plug.
2.Remove the filler plug.
3.Start the engine and allow it to idle fortwo minutes with the clutch engaged.
4.Add fluid through the filler hole.
5.The correct fluid fill level is 0.0–0.1 in(0–3 mm) below the bottom edge ofthe filler hole.
6.Install the filler plug.
7.Tighten the filler plug until you feel astrong resistance.
Only use fluid that meets ourspecifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 337).
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MANUAL TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK - 6-SPEED
MANUAL TRANSMISSION –
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1.Clean the filler plug. The filler plug ison the right-hand side of thetransmission.
2.Remove the filler plug.
3.The correct fluid fill level is 0.0–0.1 in(0–3 mm) below the bottom edge ofthe filler hole.
4.Add fluid through the filler hole.
5.Install the filler plug.
6.Tighten the filler plug until you feel astrong resistance.
Only use fluid that meets Fordspecifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 337).
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID CHECK
If required, have an authorized dealer checkand change the transmission fluid at thecorrect service interval. See ScheduledMaintenance (page 449).
The automatic transmission does not havea transmission fluid dipstick.
Refer to your scheduled maintenanceinformation for scheduled intervals for fluidchecks and changes. Your transmissiondoes not consume fluid. However, if thetransmission slips, shifts slowly or if younotice a sign of leaking fluid, contact anauthorized dealer.
Do not use supplemental transmissionfluid additives, treatments or cleaningagents. The use of these materials mayaffect transmission operation and resultin damage to internal transmissioncomponents.
BRAKE FLUID CHECK
WARNING: Do not use any fluidother than the recommended brake fluidas this will reduce brake efficiency. Useof incorrect fluid could result in the lossof vehicle control, serious personal injuryor death.
WARNING: Only use brake fluidfrom a sealed container. Contaminationwith dirt, water, petroleum products orother materials may result in brakesystem damage or failure. Failure toadhere to this warning could result in theloss of vehicle control, serious personalinjury or death.
WARNING: Do not allow the fluidto touch your skin or eyes. If thishappens, rinse the affected areasimmediately with plenty of water andcontact your physician.
WARNING: The brake systemcould be affected if the brake fluid levelis below the MIN mark or above the MAXmark on the brake fluid reservoir.
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WARNING: Keep batteries out ofreach of children. Batteries containsulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin,eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes whenworking near the battery to protectagainst possible splashing of acidsolution. In case of acid contact with skinor eyes, flush immediately with water fora minimum of 15 minutes and get promptmedical attention. If acid is swallowed,call a physician immediately.
WARNING: Battery posts,terminals and related accessoriescontain lead and lead compounds,chemicals known to the State ofCalifornia to cause cancer andreproductive harm.Wash your handsafter handling.
WARNING: This vehicle may havemore than one battery. Removing thebattery cables from only one batterydoes not disconnect your vehicleelectrical system. Make sure youdisconnect the battery cables from allbatteries when disconnecting power.Failure to do so may cause seriouspersonal injury or property damage.
WARNING: For vehicles withAuto-Start-Stop the battery requirementis different. You must replace the batterywith one of exactly the samespecification.
The battery is in the engine compartment.See Under Hood Overview (page 259).
Your vehicle has a maintenance-freebattery. It does not require additionalwater during service.
If the vehicle battery has a cover and venthose, make sure you correctly install it aftercleaning or replacing the battery.
For longer, trouble-free operation, keep thetop of the battery clean and dry and thebattery cables tightly fastened to thebattery terminals. If any corrosion ispresent on the battery or terminals, removethe cables from the terminals and cleanwith a wire brush. You can neutralize theacid with a solution of baking soda andwater.
We recommend that you disconnect thenegative battery cable terminal from thebattery if you plan to store your vehicle foran extended period.
Note:If you only disconnect the negativebattery cable terminal, make sure it isisolated or placed away from the batteryterminal to avoid unintended connection orarcing.
If you replace the battery make sure itmatches the electrical requirements ofyour vehicle.
If you disconnect or replace the batteryand your vehicle has an automatictransmission, it must relearn its adaptivestrategy. Because of this, the transmissionmay shift firmly when first driven. This isnormal operation while the transmissionfully updates its operation to optimumshift feel.
Battery Sensor Reset
When you install a new battery, reset thebattery sensor by doing the following:
1.Switch the ignition on, and leave theengine off.
Note:Complete Steps 2 and 3 within 10seconds.
2.Flash the high beam headlamps fivetimes, ending with the high beams off.
3.Press and release the brake pedal threetimes.
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Line Lock
Line lock is a feature intended for use attracks only and should not be used onpublic roadways. Use of this feature mayresult in significantly increased rear tirewear. It is intended to condition the reartires to maximize traction prior to track use.Line lock maintains brake force at the frontwheels, allowing the rear wheels to spinwith minimal vehicle movement.
This feature is located in the Track Appsmenu. Make selections through the 5-wayinformation display control and OK buttonlocated on the steering wheel.
Using Line Lock
There are three line lock stages:
•Initiated.
•Engaged.
•Off.
Initiating Line Lock
The initiation stage verifies that the vehicleis ready for line lock function, and confirmsdriver intent. Follow the prompts in theinformation display to initiate line lock.
The following conditions must be met toinitialize line lock:
•The vehicle is on a level surface.
•The engine is running.
•The vehicle is traveling less than25 mph (40 km/h).
•Selectable drive mode is not in wetmode (if equipped).
•There are no electronic stability controlfaults.
If you want to cancel line lock once it isinitialized, press the left informationdisplay control. Once initiated, line lock isprepared for activation and remainsinitiated up to 25 mph (40 km/h). If vehiclespeed exceeds 25 mph (40 km/h), line lockautomatically cancels.
Engaging Line Lock
Follow the prompts in the informationdisplay to engage line lock after it isinitialized. To engage, firmly apply thebrakes. Then press the OK button. Onceengaged, release the brake pedal. Thefront brakes remain applied and the rearbrakes release. At this point, theengagement timer is initiated and shownon the driver information display.
The following conditions must be met toengage line lock:
•The vehicle is on a level surface.
•The engine is running.
•The vehicle is stopped.
•The parking brake is not applied.
•The driver door is closed.
•The transmission is in a forward gear.
•Selectable drive mode is not in wetmode (if equipped).
•There are no electronic stability controlfaults.
•The steering wheel must be in thestraight ahead position.
Releasing Line Lock
While line lock is engaged, you can exit(release) the feature using the OK button.When you press the OK button, line lockreleases immediately and normal vehiclefunction resumes. When line lock engages,a countdown timer shows the remaining
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