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5. Switch the low beam headlamps on.

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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.

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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.

WASHER FLUID CHECK

WARNING:

If you operate your

vehicle in temperatures below 40°F
(5°C), use washer fluid with antifreeze
protection. Failure to use washer fluid
with antifreeze protection in cold
weather could result in impaired
windshield vision and increase the risk
of injury or accident.

Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is
low. Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specifications. See

Capacities and

Specifications

(page 205).

State or local regulations on volatile
organic compounds may restrict the use
of methanol, a common windshield washer
antifreeze additive. Washer fluids
containing non-methanol antifreeze
agents should be used only if they provide
cold weather protection without damaging
the vehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades or
washer system.

FUEL FILTER

Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime
fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel
tank. Regular maintenance or replacement
is not needed.

CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES

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Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of
the blade to check for roughness.

Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid
or water applied with a soft sponge or
cloth.

CHANGING THE WIPER
BLADES

Replacement blades are available at your
Ford dealer.

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Note:

To avoid damaging the windshield,

lift the wiper blade a few inches off the
glass and place a cloth on the windshield
under the blade.

Note:

Manually move the wiper blades to

the midway position.

Note:

The windshield wiper blades are

different in length. The longer blade is on
the driver's side.

Disconnect the washer pipe from the
wiper arm.

2. Press the release button on the top of

the wiper arm where the blade
assembly attaches to the arm.

3. Pull the blade assembly away from the

arm, while rocking it from side to side
to help release it.

4. Keep the cloth in place to avoid the

arm from hitting the windshield glass.

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.

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.

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Maintenance

Operating at High Speeds and on
Track Days

Your vehicle is capable of sustained high
speeds and track day driving. Follow the
guidelines for breaking in the tires and
powertrain before operating your vehicle
at high speeds or on a track. See

Breaking-In

(page 131).

Note:

Obey all traffic laws and only operate

your vehicle at locations designed to do so
safely.

Note:

For a detailed description of what

your vehicle's New Limited Warranty covers,
see the Ford GT Warranty Guide provided
to you along with your owner's manual.

Before operating your vehicle at high
speeds, follow these guidelines:

Overall Vehicle Preparation:

•

Inspect wheels and tires for wear and
damage. Replace any damaged wheels
or tires.

•

Torque the wheel lug nuts to the proper
specification: 150 lb.ft (204 Nm).

•

Inspect all aerodynamic grilles and
cooling system components for
damage. Make sure there is no debris
or non-factory installed protective
films or equipment that could obstruct
airflow.

•

Verify your tires have the correct tire
pressure. See the section that follows
for tire pressure specifications.

•

Do not operate your vehicle at high
speeds while carrying cargo.

Brake System Preparation:

•

Your vehicle has carbon ceramic brake
rotors that require extra care and
inspection methods including
measuring their weight and reviewing
the surface condition.

•

Inspect the brake system for wear or
damage. Replace worn or below
specification brake pads, rotors or
cooling hoses. Make sure that the cross
drilling holes in the rotors are open and
free of debris.

•

Prior to track use, 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.

Powertrain Preparation:

•

Make sure the engine oil, coolant,
transmission fluids and hydraulic
system fluid have received proper
maintenance, are clean and are at the
appropriate capacity.

•

Allow the powertrain to warm up and
reach normal operating temperature.
Your vehicle has electronic controls to
reduce power or limit engine RPM to
reduce powertrain temperatures if
required.

•

Regularly check the engine oil level
during the event. Maintain the engine
oil level at or near the max mark on the
engine oil dipstick. See

Engine Oil

Check

(page 157).

Note:

To obtain service, please contact the

Ford GT Concierge and they will advise you
of the nearest Certified Ford GT Service
Dealership. See

About This Manual

(page

5).

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Road Course Vehicle Preparation

Your Ford GT is already set up from the
factory for road and track use, but if you
plan to participate in road course track
days, we recommend the following chassis
settings for optimal tire wear and handling
performance.

Setting

Front Alignment

-1.5°

Camber

6°

Caster

-0.10° (toe out)

Toe — Total

Setting

Rear Alignment

-1.5°

Camber

0.22° (toe in)

Toe — Total

Setting

Tire Pressure (cold

minimum)

26 psi (1.79 bar)

Front

27 psi (1.86 bar)

Rear

If the track has high banking or if your

vehicle will exceed 165 mph (265 km/h),
increase the cold tire pressure to 38 psi
(262 kPa).

Setting

Tire Pressure (hot)

33 psi (2.27 bar)

Front

33 psi (2.27 bar)

Rear

All settings are at Normal ride height and
curb loading condition - full fluids, no
passengers or cargo.

After your track day is complete and your
vehicle has cooled down, return the tire
pressure to the specification listed on the
vehicle placard.

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WHAT IS LAUNCH CONTROL

Note:

Only use this feature in a controlled

environment, such as a track. Launch control
is not for use in normal driving.

Note:

Launch control is not available when

in the Wet drive mode.

Your vehicle has a launch control feature
that uses clutch and engine controls to
reduce wheel spin or slip on a hard
acceleration from a standing start.

To operate launch control, your vehicle
must meet the following conditions:
•

You must be in any drive mode other
than Wet drive mode.

•

You must close the doors, front hood
and rear hatch.

•

Your vehicle should be on a level
surface.

•

You must disengage the electric park
brake.

•

You must be at a complete stop with
the brake pedal applied and the
transmission selector in drive (D).

•

Transmission clutch fluid temperature
must be in the normal operating
temperature range.

•

No powertrain or brake system warning
indicators are active.

Launch Control remains active until:
•

You switch the feature off through the
display screen.

•

Your vehicle no longer meets the
conditions required for launch control
to operate.

USING LAUNCH CONTROL

To use Launch Control:
•

Activate the launch control feature
through the display screen. See

General Information

(page 73).

•

When activated, the LC icon appears
in white inside the instrument cluster.

•

With your vehicle at a complete stop,
hold the brake pedal firmly and press
the accelerator pedal to wide open
throttle.

•

When the engine reaches the required
RPM and your vehicle meets all other
system requirements, the LC icon turns
from white to green and the vehicle is
ready to launch.

•

Quickly release the brake pedal and
carefully steer your vehicle when it
accelerates from a stop. The launch
control feature controls wheel spin as
you accelerate.

•

After completing the run and stopping,
the LC icon returns to white.

•

If any operating conditions are not
within specification, the LC icon turns
grey with a strikethrough.

•

You can switch launch control off
through the display screen. See

General Information

(page 73).

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Your authorized dealer has many quality
products available to clean your vehicle
and protect its finishes.

CLEANING PRODUCTS

Materials

For best results, use the following products
or products of equivalent quality:

For additional information and assistance,
we recommend that you contact an
authorized dealer.

Specification

Name

Motorcraft® Bug and Tar Remover, ZC-42 (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M5B194-B

Motorcraft® Custom Bright Metal Cleaner, ZC-15 (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M14P4-A

Motorcraft® Detail Wash, ZC-3-A (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M14P3-A

Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo and Degreaser, ZC-20 (U.S.)

Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo, CXC-66-A (Canada)

Motorcraft® Premium Leather and Vinyl Cleaner, ZC-56 (U.S. &
Canada)

Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Cleaner, CXC-101 (Canada)

WSS-M14P19-A

Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with
Bitterant, ZC-32-B2 (U.S.)

WSS-M14P19-A

Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid, CXC-37-
F/M (Canada)

Motorcraft® Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner,
ZC-54 (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M14P5-A

Motorcraft® Premium Glass Cleaner, CXC-100 (Canada)

Motorcraft® Spot and Stain Remover, ZC-14 (U.S.)

ESR-M14P5-A

Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner, ZC-23 (U.S.)

Motorcraft® Wheel and Tire Cleaner, ZC-37-A (U.S. & Canada)

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CLEANING THE EXTERIOR

Note:

Never drive your vehicle through an

automated, commercial car wash due to
the vehicle's low ground clearance. Always
wash your vehicle by hand. Never use a
power washer or high pressure wand to
clean your vehicle.

Note:

Suntan lotions and insect repellents

can damage painted surfaces. If these
substances come in contact with your
vehicle, wash the affected area as soon as
possible.

Note:

Use a separate wash mitt and soap

bucket to clean the wheels to prevent brake
dust from scratching the paint finish.

Note:

Do not spray cleaning products on

the brake discs. Any resulting damage is not
covered by your vehicle warranty.

Note:

Always follow the instructions

included in this manual when cleaning your
vehicle and do not use abrasive cleaning
products.

Standard Paint Finish

If your vehicle has a matte paint finish, see

Matte Paint Finish

in this chapter.

Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or
lukewarm water and a neutral pH
shampoo, we recommend Motorcraft®™
Detail Wash.

•

Never use strong household detergents
or soap, for example dish washing or
laundry liquid. These products can
discolor and spot painted surfaces.

•

Never wash your vehicle when it is hot
to the touch, or during strong or direct
sunlight.

•

Dry your vehicle with a chamois or soft
terry cloth towel to eliminate water
spotting.

•

Immediately remove fuel spillages, bird
droppings, insect deposits and road tar.
These may cause damage to your
vehicle’s paintwork or trim over time.
We recommend Motorcraft® Bug and
Tar Remover.

Matte Paint Finish

(If Equipped)

Prepare the following before washing your
vehicle:

•

Use a no shine, matte car wash soap
that does not contain fillers or silicone.

•

Use high quality, soft lamb's wool mitts
and wash each mitt thoroughly after
each car wash.

•

Wash your vehicle's painted surfaces
in the shade with two buckets of water,
one for soap and the other for clean
water.

•

Add a plastic grit guard to the bottom
of the soap bucket so that dirt settles
at the bottom of the bucket and does
not contaminate the wash mitt.

To wash your vehicle:

Rinse your vehicle to remove as much
dirt and debris as possible.

2. Wet the wash mitt in the soap bucket

and apply the soapy water to your
vehicle in a gentle back-and-forth
motion.

Note:

Do not rub the wash mitt in circles or

rub the paint surface aggressively. Rubbing
too hard in circles leaves permanent swirl
marks in the paint finish.

3. Rinse the wash mitt in clean water

before inserting the mitt back into the
soap bucket to prevent dirt from
contaminating the soapy water.

4. Rinse the vehicle with clean water and

dry it with a clean, damp cloth.

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Note:

Do not use automotive waxes, detail

sprays or abrasive polishes or glazes on your
vehicle. Improper use of cleaning products
can cause damage to your vehicle not
covered by your vehicle warranty.

Immediately remove fuel spillages, bird
droppings, insect deposits and road tar.
Use a wet microfiber towel and an
alcohol-based window cleaner, a matte
paint finish cleaner or a 50/50 mix of
alcohol and deionized water.

Note:

Always soak a microfiber towel or

wash mitt with water before cleaning. Using
a dry towel or mitt on a matte paint finish
creates a permanent glossy spot in the paint
finish.

Raising the Rear Wing

For routine cleaning, raise the wing.

Using the information display select the
following:

Rear wing deployment.

2. Select Raised.

After you have cleaned your vehicle, to
return the wing to the lowered position you
must drive the car at 15 mph (25 km/h) or
above. The wing will return to the lowered
position.

Note:

You cannot lower the wing when your

vehicle is stationary.

Exterior Plastic Parts

For routine cleaning we recommend
Motorcraft® Detail Wash. If tar or grease
spots are present, we recommend
Motorcraft® Bug and Tar Remover.

Underbody

Regularly clean the underside of your
vehicle using water. Keep body and door
drain holes free of debris or foreign
material.

Under Hood

For removing black rubber marks from
under the hood we recommend
Motorcraft® Wheel and Tire Cleaner or
Motorcraft® Bug and Tar Remover.

WAXING

Note:

If your vehicle has a matte paint

finish, do not wax your vehicle.

Regular waxing is necessary to protect your
car's paint from the elements. We
recommend that you wash and wax the
painted surface once or twice a year.

When washing and waxing, park your
vehicle in a shaded area out of direct
sunlight. Always wash your vehicle before
applying wax.

•

Use a quality wax that does not contain
abrasives.

•

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions
to apply and remove the wax.

•

Apply a small amount of wax in a
back-and-forth motion, not in circles.

•

Do not allow wax to come in contact
with any non-body (low-gloss black)
colored trim. The wax will discolor or
stain the parts over time.

•

Do not apply wax to glass areas.

•

After waxing, your car's paint should
feel smooth, and be free of streaks and
smudges.

CLEANING THE ENGINE

Engines are more efficient when they are
clean because grease and dirt buildup keep
the engine warmer than normal.

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When washing:
•

Do not spray a hot engine with cold
water to avoid cracking the engine
block or other engine components.

•

Spray Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo
and Degreaser on all parts that require
cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In
Canada, use Motorcraft Engine
Shampoo.

•

Never wash or rinse the engine while it
is hot or running; water in the running
engine may cause internal damage.

•

Never wash or rinse any ignition coil,
spark plug wire or spark plug well, or
the area in and around these locations.

•

Never spray water on electrical
components such as modules,
connectors and fuse boxes. Cover all
electrical components before cleaning
to prevent water damage.

CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND
WIPER BLADES

Dirty windshield and wipers will result in
poor windshield wiper operation. Keep the
windshield and wiper blades clean to
maintain windshield wiper performance.

To clean exterior glass surfaces and wiper
blades:
•

Clean the exterior surface of the
windshield with a non-abrasive glass
cleaner.

•

For windshields contaminated with
tree sap, chemicals, wax or bugs, clean
the outside surface of the windshield
with Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.

•

Clean the wiper blades with isopropyl
rubbing alcohol or windshield washer
concentrate.

The interior glass surface of the windshield
and engine cover glass, and both the inner
and outer surface of the bulkhead glass,
have a laminate coating that requires
special care.

To clean interior glass surfaces:
•

When cleaning the inside of the
windshield, avoid getting any glass
cleaner on the instrument panel or door
panels. Wipe any excess cleaner off
these surfaces immediately.

•

Use a microfiber towel and plain water,
or a mixture of one-half water and
one-half white vinegar, to clean the
interior glass surfaces.

Note:

Never use alcohol or ammonia based

cleaners, aerosol sprays or abrasive
compounds to clean the interior glass
surfaces of your vehicle. Using improper
cleaning products can cause damage to
your vehicle.

CLEANING THE INTERIOR

WARNING:

Do not use cleaning

solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle's
seatbelts, as these actions may weaken
the belt webbing.

Clean safety belts with water applied with
a soft sponge. Let them dry naturally, away
from artificial heat.

Wipe carbon fiber surfaces with a clean,
damp and soft cloth to remove dust. Then
use a clean, dry and soft cloth to dry these
areas.

Cleaning Alcantara Microfiber
Cloth

Note:

Some models have Alcantara

microfiber cloth fabric on the seats,
headliner, instrument panel and door panels.

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Use a soft brush, a clean, dry cloth or
vacuum cleaner to remove dust and loose
dirt from Alcantara cloth surfaces. Gently
wipe the cloth surfaces with a clean, damp
cotton cloth.

Note:

Alcantara microfiber cloth fabric are

made of polyester microfiber with
micro-porous polyurethane. Using
commercially available fabric cleaners can
cause permanent damage.

Note:

Do not use commercially available

leather and vinyl cleaning products on
Alcantara cloth fabric.

Depending on the type of stain, use water,
lemon juice or pure ethyl alcohol when
cleaning. For cleaning Alcantara microfiber
cloth, refer to the following chart:

Cleaning Procedure

Type of Stain

Use lukewarm water and rinse by dabbing
with clean water.

Fruit juice, jam, jelly, syrup or ketchup.

Use cold water and rinse by dabbing with
clean water. Avoid warm water because it
makes these substances coagulate.

Blood, egg, excrement or urine.

Use lukewarm water. If the color remains,
treat with lemon juice and then rinse.

Liquor, alcoholic beverages, wine, beer, cola
and tea.

Use lukewarm water and rinse by dabbing
with clean water.

Indelible pencil, cocoa, chocolate, pastry
with cream or chocolate, ice cream or
mustard.

Use lemon juice, wipe with lukewarm water
and rinse by dabbing with clean water.

Vinegar, hair gel, tomato sauce or coffee
with sugar.

Use ethyl alcohol, then dab with water.

Dye transfer and all other stains.

CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT
PANEL AND INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER LENS

WARNING:

Do not use chemical

solvents or strong detergents when
cleaning the steering wheel or
instrument panel to avoid contamination
of the airbag system.

Note:

Follow the same procedure as

cleaning leather seats for cleaning leather
interior trim surfaces. See

Cleaning Leather

Seats

(page 177).

Note:

If your vehicle has Alcantara or Miko

microfiber cloth trim, follow the cleaning
instructions in this chapter. See

Cleaning

the Interior

(page 175).

Clean the carbon fiber portions of the
instrument panel and cluster lens with a
clean, damp and soft cloth, then use a
clean, dry and soft cloth to dry these areas.

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•

Do not use any household cleaning
products or glass cleaners as these
may damage the finish of the
instrument panel, interior trim and
cluster lens.

•

Wash or wipe your hands clean if you
have been in contact with certain
products such as insect repellent and
suntan lotion to avoid possible damage
to the interior painted surfaces.

•

Do not allow air fresheners and hand
sanitizers to spill onto interior surfaces.
If a spill occurs, wipe off immediately.
Your warranty may not cover these
damages.

CLEANING LEATHER SEATS

If your vehicle has Alcantara or Miko
microfiber cloth trim, follow the cleaning
instructions in this chapter. See

Cleaning

the Interior

(page 175).

Note:

Follow the same procedure as

cleaning leather seats for cleaning leather
interior trim surfaces.

For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with
a soft, damp cloth and a mild soap and
water solution. Dry the area with a clean,
soft cloth.

For cleaning and removing stains such as
dye transfer, use Motorcraft™ Premium
Leather and Vinyl Cleaner or a
commercially available leather cleaning
product for automotive interiors.

Note:

Test any cleaner or stain remover on

an inconspicuous area.

You should:
•

Remove dust and loose dirt with a
vacuum cleaner.

•

Clean and treat spills and stains as
soon as possible.

Do not use the following products as these
may damage the leather:
•

Oil and petroleum or silicone-based
leather conditioners.

•

Household cleaners.

•

Alcohol solutions.

•

Solvents or cleaners intended
specifically for rubber, vinyl and
plastics.

REPAIRING MINOR PAINT
DAMAGE

See your authorized dealer to obtain
touch-up paint for the exterior color of your
vehicle. The color code is included on the
Safety Compliance Certification label on
the driver's door-latch post. Follow the
instructions on the paint bottle.

CLEANING THE WHEELS

This information applies to alloy and
carbon fiber wheels.

Note:

Do not apply a cleaning chemical to

warm or hot wheels.

Note:

Do not drive your vehicle through an

automated, commercial car wash.
Automated car washes can damage your
vehicle.

Note:

Do not use industrial-strength or

heavy-duty cleaners in combination with
brush agitation to remove brake dust and
dirt.

Note:

Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based

or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel
wool, fuels or strong household detergents.

Note:

Do not spray wheel cleaning products

on any part of the braking system. Use a
mild soap and water solution only.

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Alloy and carbon fiber wheels are coated
with a paint finish. To maintain their
condition we recommend that you:

•

Clean the wheels weekly using
Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner or
a gentle soap solution. Apply to the
wheel only using manufacturer's
instructions.

•

Use a soft sponge to remove deposits
of dirt and brake dust accumulation.

•

Rinse thoroughly with a strong stream
of water when you have completed the
cleaning process.

•

To remove tar and grease, use
Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.

VEHICLE STORAGE

At Ford, we fully understand that many
Ford Performance vehicles will see only
occasional operation and that many of the
vehicles, especially in northern climates,
may be stored for an extended period
during the winter months. If you plan on
storing your vehicle for 30 days or more,
read the following maintenance
recommendations to make sure your
vehicle stays in good operating condition.

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.

Wing

Note:

When storing your vehicle longer than

72 hours without engine operation, place
the wing in the deployed position.

•

Turn your ignition to on.

•

Activate track mode.

•

After you enable track mode, return to
normal mode. See

Drive Mode

Control

(page 119).

•

Turn your ignition to off.

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.

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•

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 164).

Brakes

•

Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.

Tires

•

To minimize flat spots on the tires,
inflate all four tires to the
recommended cold pressures listed on
the Safety Compliance Certification
label or Tire Label. When the vehicle is
taken out of storage, reset the tire
pressures as necessary to the
recommended levels listed on the
Safety Compliance Certification label
or Tire Label affixed to your vehicle.

Note:

If you store your vehicle in a location

with low ambient temperatures, follow the
instructions for care of summer tires. See

Using Summer Tires

(page 199).

Miscellaneous

•

Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)
every 15 days to lubricate working parts
and prevent flat spots in the tires.

Removing Vehicle From Storage

When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
•

Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt
or grease film build-up on window
surfaces.

•

Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.

•

Check under the hood and engine cover
for any foreign material that may have
collected during storage such as mice
or squirrel nests.

•

Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage.

•

Check tire pressures and set tire
inflation per the Tire Label.

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TIRE SEALANT AND INFLATOR
KIT

E244127

The kit is located in the storage
compartment under the rear hatch,
forward of the rear wing. The kit consists
of an air compressor to re-inflate the tire
and a canister of sealing compound that
will effectively seal most punctures caused
by nails or similar objects. This kit provides
a temporary tire repair, allowing you to
drive your vehicle up to 120 mi (200 km)
at a maximum speed of 50 mph (80 km/h)
to reach a tire service location.

Note:

The temporary mobility kit contains

enough sealant compound in the canister
for one tire repair only. See an authorized
Ford dealer for replacement sealant
canisters.

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Air compressor (inside).

Selector switch.

On and off button.

Air pressure gauge.

Sealant bottle and canister.

Dual purpose hose: air and
repair.

Tire valve connector.

Accessory power plug.

Casing/housing.

Bike/raft/sports ball adapters.

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General Information

WARNING:

Failure to follow these

guidelines could result in an increased
risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or
death.

Note:

Do not use the kit if you have severely

damaged a tire. Only seal punctures located
within the tire tread with the kit.

Do not attempt to repair punctures larger
than 0.2362 in (6 mm) or damage to the
tire's sidewall. The tire may not completely
seal.

Loss of air pressure may adversely affect
tire performance. For this reason:

Note:

Do not drive the vehicle above

50 mph (80 km/h).

Note:

Do not drive further than 120 mi

(200 km). Drive only to the closest
authorized Ford dealer or tire repair shop to
have your tire inspected.

•

Drive carefully and avoid abrupt
steering maneuvers.

•

Periodically monitor tire inflation
pressure in the affected tire; if the tire
is losing pressure, have the vehicle
towed on a flat bed.

•

Read the information in the Tips for
Use of the Kit section to make sure safe
operation of the kit and your vehicle.

Tips for Use of the Kit

To ensure safe operation of the kit:

•

Read all instructions and cautions fully.

•

Before operating the kit, make sure
your vehicle is safely off the road and
away from moving traffic. Switch on
the hazard lights.

•

Always set the parking brake to ensure
the vehicle does not move
unexpectedly.

•

Do not remove any foreign objects,
such as nails or screws, from the tire.

•

When using the kit, leave the engine
running (only if the vehicle is outdoors
or in a well-ventilated area) so the
compressor does not drain the
vehicle's battery.

•

Do not allow the compressor to
operate continuously for more than 15
minutes. This will help prevent the
compressor from overheating.

•

Never leave the kit unattended during
operation.

•

Sealant compound contains latex.
Those with latex sensitivities should
use appropriate precautions to avoid
an allergic reaction.

•

Keep the kit away from children.

•

Only use the kit when the ambient
temperature is between -22°F (-30°C)
and 158°F (70°C).

•

Only use the sealing compound before
the use-by date. The use-by date is on
a label on the sealant canister, which
you can see through the rectangular
viewing window on the bottom of the
compressor. Check the use-by date
regularly and replace the canister after
four years of non-use.

•

Do not store the kit unsecured inside
the passenger compartment of the
vehicle as it may cause injury during a
sudden stop or crash. Always store the
kit in its original location.

•

After sealant use, an authorized Ford
dealer must replace the tire pressure
monitoring system sensor and valve
stem on the wheel.

•

Operating the kit could cause an
electrical disturbance in radio
operation.

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