Ford Mustang (2022 year). Manual in english

GENERAL INFORMATION

Note:

Occasional brake noise is normal. If

a metal-to-metal, continuous grinding or
continuous squeal sound is present, the
brake linings may be worn-out and an
authorized dealer should check them. If the
vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder
in the steering wheel while braking, an
authorized dealer should check your vehicle.

Note:

Brake dust may accumulate on the

wheels, even under normal driving
conditions. Some dust is inevitable as the
brakes wear and does not contribute to
brake noise. See

Cleaning the Wheels

(page 299).

Wet brakes result in reduced braking
efficiency. Gently press the brake pedal a
few times when driving from a car wash or
standing water to dry the brakes.

Brake Over Accelerator

In the event the accelerator pedal
becomes stuck or entrapped, apply steady
and firm pressure to the brake pedal to
slow the vehicle and reduce engine power.
If you experience this condition, apply the
brakes and bring your vehicle to a safe
stop. Move the transmission to park (P),
switch the engine off and apply the parking
brake. Inspect the accelerator pedal for
any interference. If none are found and the
condition persists, have your vehicle towed
to the nearest authorized dealer.

Emergency Brake Assist

Emergency brake assist detects when you
brake heavily by measuring the rate at
which you press the brake pedal. It
provides maximum braking efficiency as
long as you press the pedal. Emergency
brake assist can reduce stopping distances
in critical situations.

Note:

Depending on applicable laws and

regulations in the country for which your
vehicle was originally built, your brake lamps
could flash during heavy braking. Following
this, your hazard lights may also flash when
your vehicle comes to a stop.

Anti-lock Brake System

This system helps you maintain steering
control during emergency stops by keeping
the brakes from locking.

This lamp momentarily
illuminates when you switch the
ignition on. If the light does not

illuminate during start up, remains on or
flashes, the anti-lock braking system may
be disabled. Have the system checked by
an authorized dealer. If the anti-lock brake
system is disabled, normal braking is still
effective.

See

Warning Lamps and Indicators

(page 94).

Note:

Indicators vary depending on region.

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This lamp also illuminates
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 an
authorized dealer. If the brake warning
lamp illuminates with the parking brake
released, have the system checked
immediately.

HINTS ON DRIVING WITH
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES

The anti-lock brake system does not
eliminate the risks when:
•

You drive too closely to the vehicle in
front of you.

•

Your vehicle is hydroplaning.

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•

You take corners too fast.

•

The road surface is poor.

Note:

If the system activates, the brake

pedal could pulse and may travel further.
Maintain pressure on the brake pedal. You
may also hear a noise from the system. This
is normal.

PARKING BRAKE

Vehicles With Automatic
Transmission

WARNING:

Always set the parking

brake and leave your vehicle with the
transmission in park (P).

Note:

If you park your vehicle on a hill and

facing uphill, shift into park (P) and turn the
steering wheel away from the curb.

Note:

If you park your vehicle on a hill and

facing downhill, shift into park (P) and turn
the steering wheel toward the curb.

Vehicles with Manual
Transmission

WARNING:

Always set the parking

brake fully and make sure you shift the
gearshift lever to first gear. Switch the
ignition off and remove the key whenever
you leave your vehicle.

Note:

If you park your vehicle on a hill and

facing uphill, select first gear and turn the
steering wheel away from the curb.

Note:

If you park your vehicle on a hill and

facing downhill, select reverse gear and turn
the steering wheel toward the curb.

To park your vehicle:

Apply the brake and shift into the
neutral position.

2. Fully apply the parking brake, hold the

clutch pedal down, then shift into first
(1).

3. Turn the ignition off.

After you turn the engine off you can now
release the clutch pedal.

All Vehicles

WARNING:

If the parking brake is

fully released, but the brake warning
lamp remains illuminated, the brakes
may not be working properly. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.

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To set the parking brake, pull the parking
brake handle up as far as possible.

To release the parking brake:

Press and hold the button at the end
of the parking brake handle.

2. Pull the handle up slightly, then push

the handle down.

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HILL START ASSIST

WARNING:

The system does not

replace the parking brake. When you
leave your vehicle, always apply the
parking brake and shift the transmission
into park (P) for automatic transmission
or first gear for manual transmission.

WARNING:

You must remain in

your vehicle when the system turns on.
At all times, you are responsible for
controlling your vehicle, supervising the
system and intervening, if required.
Failure to take care may result in the loss
of control of your vehicle, serious
personal injury or death.

WARNING:

The system will turn

off if a malfunction is apparent. Failure
to take care may result in the loss of
control of your vehicle, serious personal
injury or death.

The system makes it easier to pull away
when your vehicle is on a slope without the
need to use the parking brake.

When the system activates, your vehicle
remains stationary on a slope for a few
seconds after you release the brake pedal.
This allows you time to move your foot
from the brake to the accelerator pedal.
The brakes release when the engine has
developed sufficient torque to prevent your
vehicle from rolling down the slope. This
is an advantage when pulling away on a
slope, for example from a car park ramp,
traffic lights or when reversing uphill into
a parking space.

The system activates on any slope that
causes your vehicle to roll.

Note:

There is no warning lamp to indicate

the system is either on or off.

Using Hill Start Assist

Press the brake pedal to bring your
vehicle to a complete standstill. Keep
the brake pedal pressed and shift into
first gear when facing uphill or reverse
(R) when facing downhill.

2. The system activates if the sensors

detect that your vehicle is on a slope.

3. When you remove your foot from the

brake pedal, your vehicle remains on
the slope without rolling away for a few
seconds. This hold time increases if you
are in the process of driving off.

4. Pull away in the normal manner.

Switching the System On and Off

Vehicles with Manual Transmission

You can switch this feature on or off in the
information display. The system
remembers the last setting when you start
your vehicle.

Vehicles with Automatic Transmission

The system turns on when you switch the
ignition on and you cannot switch the
system off.

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Brakes

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

The traction control system helps avoid
drive wheel spin and loss of traction.

If your vehicle begins to slide, the system
applies the brakes to individual wheels
and, when needed, reduces engine power
at the same time. If the wheels spin when
accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces,
the system reduces engine power in order
to increase traction.

USING TRACTION CONTROL

WARNING:

Operating your vehicle

with the traction control disabled could
lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury
and death.

The system automatically turns on each
time you switch the ignition on.

If your vehicle is stuck in mud or snow,
switching traction control off may be
beneficial as this allows the wheels to spin.

Note:

When you switch traction control off,

stability control remains fully active.

Switching the System Off

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When you switch the system off,
a message and an illuminated
icon appear on the instrument

cluster.

Use the switch again to return the traction
control system to normal operation.

The switch for the stability and traction
control system is on the instrument panel.

Your vehicle could have MyKey restrictions
regarding this feature. See

What Is

MyKey

(page 63).

System Indicator Lights and
Messages

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The stability and traction control
light temporarily illuminates on
engine start-up and flashes:

•

When a driving condition activates
either of the systems.

•

If a problem occurs in either of the
systems.

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The stability and traction control
off light temporarily illuminates
on engine start-up and stays on:

•

When you switch the traction control
system off.

•

When you select an alternative stability
control mode.

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Traction Control

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

WARNING:

Vehicle modifications

involving braking system, aftermarket
roof racks, suspension, steering system,
tire construction and wheel and tire size
may change the handling characteristics
of your vehicle and may adversely affect
the performance of the electronic
stability control system. In addition,
installing any stereo loudspeakers may
interfere with and adversely affect the
electronic stability control system. Install
any aftermarket stereo loudspeaker as
far as possible from the front center
console, the tunnel, and the front seats
in order to minimize the risk of interfering
with the electronic stability control
sensors. Reducing the effectiveness of
the electronic stability control system
could lead to an increased risk of loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death.

WARNING:

Remember that even

advanced technology cannot defy the
laws of physics. It’s 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.
Activation of the electronic stability
control system is an indication that at
least some of the tires have exceeded
their ability to grip the road; this could
reduce the operator’s ability to control
the vehicle potentially resulting in a loss
of vehicle control, vehicle rollover,
personal injury and death. If your
electronic stability control system
activates, SLOW DOWN.

The system automatically turns on each
time you switch the ignition on.

If a fault occurs in either the stability
control or the traction control system, you
may experience the following conditions:

•

The stability and traction control light
illuminates steadily.

•

The stability control and traction
control systems do not enhance your
vehicle's ability to maintain traction of
the wheels.

If a driving condition activates either the
stability control or the traction control
system you may experience the following
conditions:

•

The stability and traction control light
flashes.

•

Your vehicle slows down.

•

Reduced engine power.

•

A vibration in the brake pedal.

•

The brake pedal is stiffer than usual.

•

If the driving condition is severe and
your foot is not on the brake, the brake
pedal may move as the system applies
higher brake force.

The stability control system has several
features built into it to help you maintain
control of your vehicle:

Electronic Stability Control

The system enhances your vehicle’s ability
to prevent skids or lateral slides by
applying brakes to one or more of the
wheels individually and, if necessary,
reducing engine power.

Traction Control

The system enhances your vehicle’s ability
to maintain traction of the wheels by
detecting and controlling wheel spin. See

Using Traction Control

(page 175).

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Stability Control

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Vehicle without stability control

skidding off its intended route.

Vehicle with stability control
maintaining control on a slippery
surface.

USING STABILITY CONTROL

Electronic Stability Control

The system automatically turns on each
time you switch the ignition on. The
electronic stability control portion of the
system is disabled when the transmission
is in reverse (R) or, on some models, if you
press and hold the electronic stability
control button for more than five seconds
when you apply the brakes and the vehicle
is at a stop. You can switch off the traction
control portion of the system
independently. See

Using Traction

Control

(page 175).

ESC Features

Traction

Control
System

Electronic

Stability

Control

Stability

Control Off

Light

Mode

Button Func-

tions

Enabled

On during bulb

check

Default at start-

Disabled

Enabled

Traction control

off

Button pressed

momentarily

Enabled

Sport (if

equipped)

Button pressed

twice rapidly

Disabled

ESC disabled

Button pressed

and held more

than five

seconds

Enabled

Off

ESC fully

enabled

Button pressed

again after

deactivation

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Stability Control

Note:

Do not use the Sport stability control

setting on public roadways.

Some models could also come equipped
with a sport setting which allows the driver
to reduce normal electronic stability
control system intervention and provide a
more spirited driving experience. To enter
sport, toggle the stability control button
twice rapidly. The message appears in the
information display that the system is now
in sport.

For vehicles equipped with the selectable
drive mode feature, electronic stability
control sport mode is not available. You
can utilize the performance oriented
electronic stability control mode by
selecting track drive mode. In this mode,
electronic stability control intervention is
reduced and tuned specifically for track
use only and is not for use on public roads.
In all of the selectable drive modes, you
can disable traction control and electronic
stability control with the electronic stability
control switch.

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Stability Control

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

WARNING:

To help avoid personal

injury, always use caution when in
reverse (R) and when using the sensing
system.

WARNING:

The system may not

detect objects with surfaces that absorb
reflection. Always drive with due care
and attention. Failure to take care may
result in a crash.

WARNING:

Traffic control systems,

fluorescent lamps, inclement weather,
air brakes, external motors and fans may
affect the correct operation of the
sensing system. This may cause reduced
performance or false alerts.

WARNING:

The system may not

detect small or moving objects,
particularly those close to the ground.

WARNING:

If damage occurs in the

immediate area surrounding the sensor,
have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.

WARNING:

The parking aid system

can only assist you to detect objects
when your vehicle is moving at parking
speeds. To help avoid personal injury you
must take care when using the parking
aid system.

WARNING:

In cold and severe

weather conditions the system may not
function. Rain, snow and spray can all
limit sensor performance.

WARNING:

The system may not

function if the sensor is blocked.

Note:

If your vehicle has MyKey™, the

sensing system cannot be switched off
when a MyKey™ is present. See

What Is

MyKey

(page 63).

Note:

Do not clean the sensors with sharp

objects.

Note:

If your vehicle sustains damage to

the bumper or fascia and you leave it
misaligned or bent, the sensing zone could
be altered causing inaccurate measurement
of obstacles or false alerts.

Note:

Add-on devices such as large trailer

hitches, bike or surfboard racks, license plate
brackets, or bumper covers installed around
the bumper or facia can block the normal
detection zone of the system causing false
alerts. Remove the add-on devices to
prevent false alerts.

Note:

When you connect a trailer to your

vehicle, the rear parking aid could detect the
trailer and therefore provide an alert. Disable
the rear parking aid when you connect a
trailer to prevent the alert.

The sensing system warns you of obstacles
within a certain range of your vehicle. The
system turns on when you switch the
ignition on.

You can switch the system off through the
information display menu or from the
pop-up message that appears once you
shift the transmission into reverse (R). See

General Information

(page 103). If your

vehicle has a parking aid button, you can
switch the system off by pressing the
button. The system turns on when you
switch the ignition on.

If a fault is present in the system, a warning
message appears in the information
display. See

Information Messages

(page 113).

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REAR PARKING AID

(IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING:

The system may not

detect objects with surfaces that absorb
reflection. Always drive with due care
and attention. Failure to take care may
result in a crash.

WARNING:

The system may not

detect small or moving objects,
particularly those close to the ground.

WARNING:

To help avoid personal

injury, always use caution when in
reverse (R) and when using the sensing
system.

WARNING:

The parking aid system

can only assist you to detect objects
when your vehicle is moving at parking
speeds. To help avoid personal injury you
must take care when using the parking
aid system.

The sensors are on the rear bumper.

The sensors are active when the
transmission is in reverse (R) and the
vehicle speed is less than 5 mph (8 km/h).
When the parking aid system sounds a
tone, the audio system may reduce the set
volume.

A warning tone sounds when your vehicle
approaches an object. As your vehicle
moves closer to an object, the rate of the
tone increases. The warning tone
continuously sounds when an object is 12 in
(30 cm) or less from the center of the rear
bumper.

Note:

Keep the sensors free from snow, ice

and large accumulations of dirt.

Note:

Do not cover up the sensors.

Note:

Do not clean the sensors with sharp

objects.

Note:

If your vehicle sustains damage

leaving the sensors misaligned, this could
cause inaccurate measurements or false
alerts.

Note:

Some accessories, for example, large

trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks, can
cause reduced performance or false alerts.

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The sensor coverage area is up to 70 in
(180 cm) from the rear bumper.

Note:

There is a decreased coverage area

at the outer corners.

If the system detects a fault, a warning
message appears in the information
display.

The system detects large objects when
you shift into reverse (R) and any of the
following occur:
•

Your vehicle is moving backward at low
speed.

•

Your vehicle is stationary, but an object
is approaching the rear of your vehicle
at low speed.

•

Your vehicle is moving backward at low
speed and an object is moving toward
your vehicle, for example another
vehicle at low speed.

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Parking Aids

If your vehicle remains stationary for two
seconds, the audible warning turns off. If
your vehicle moves backward, the tone
sounds again.

Note:

If the detected object is 12 in (30 cm)

or less from the rear bumper, the audible
warning does not turn off.

Object Distance Indicator

(If Equipped)

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The system provides object distance
indication through the information display.

•

As the distance to the object
decreases, the indicator blocks
illuminate and move toward the vehicle
icon.

•

If the system does not detect an object,
the distance indicator blocks are gray.

When you shift into reverse (R), the system
provides audible warnings and visual
indication when your vehicle is moving, and
the detected object is moving toward your
vehicle. When you stop your vehicle, the
audible warnings stop after two seconds.
Visual indication remains on when the
transmission is in reverse (R).

REAR VIEW CAMERA

WARNING:

The rear view camera

system is a reverse aid supplement
device that still requires the driver to use
it in conjunction with the interior and
exterior mirrors for maximum coverage.

WARNING:

Objects that are close

to either corner of the bumper or under
the bumper, might not be seen on the
screen due to the limited coverage of the
camera system.

WARNING:

Reverse your vehicle

as slow as possible, higher speeds may
limit your reaction time to stop your
vehicle.

WARNING:

Use caution when the

rear cargo door is ajar. If the rear cargo
door is ajar, the camera will be out of
position and the video image may be
incorrect. All guidelines disappear when
the rear cargo door is ajar. Some vehicles
may not come equipped with guidelines.

WARNING:

Do not switch the

camera features on or off when your
vehicle is moving.

The rear view camera system provides a
video image of the area behind your
vehicle.

During operation, lines appear in the
display which represent your vehicle’s path
and proximity to objects behind your
vehicle.

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The camera is located on the rear cargo
door.

Using the Rear View Camera
System

The rear view camera system displays
what is behind your vehicle when you place
the transmission in reverse (R).

Note:

The reverse sensing system is not

effective at speeds above 3 mph (5 km/h)
and may not detect certain angular or
moving objects.

The system uses two types of guides to
help you see what is behind your vehicle:
•

Fixed guidelines: Show the actual path
your vehicle is moving in while reversing
in a straight line. This can be helpful
when backing into a parking space or
aligning your vehicle with another
object behind you.

•

Centerline: Helps align the center of
your vehicle with an object.

Note:

If the transmission is in reverse (R)

and the luggage compartment is open, no
camera features will display.

The camera may not operate correctly
under the following conditions:
•

Nighttime or dark areas if the reverse
lamps are not operating.

•

Mud, water or debris obstructs the
camera's view. Clean the lens with a
soft, lint-free cloth and non-abrasive
cleaner.

•

The camera is misaligned due to
damage to the rear of your vehicle.

Camera Guidelines

Note:

Active guidelines are only available

when the transmission is in reverse (R).

Note:

Upon a battery disconnect, the active

guidelines may not be functional until your
vehicle has been driven a short distance and
exceeds a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h).

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Active guidelines

Centerline

Fixed guideline: Green zone

Fixed guideline: Yellow zone

Fixed guideline: Red zone

Rear bumper

Active guidelines only show with fixed
guidelines. To use active guidelines, turn
the steering wheel to point the guidelines
toward an intended path. If the steering
wheel position changes while reversing,
your vehicle might deviate from the original
intended path.

The fixed and active guidelines fade in and
out depending on the steering wheel
position. The active guidelines do not show
when the steering wheel position is
straight.

Always use caution while reversing.
Objects in the red zone are closest to your
vehicle and objects in the green zone are
farther away. Objects are getting closer to
your vehicle as they move from the green
zone to the yellow or red zones. Use the
side view mirrors and rear view mirror to
get better coverage on both sides and rear
of your vehicle.

Manual Zoom

WARNING:

When manual zoom is

on, the full area behind your vehicle may
not show. Be aware of your surroundings
when using the manual zoom feature.

Note:

Manual zoom is only available when

the transmission is in reverse (R). When
manual zoom is enabled, only the centerline
is shown.

Selectable settings for this feature are
Zoom in (+) and Zoom out (-). Press the
symbol in the camera screen to change the
view. The default setting is Zoom OFF.

This feature allows you to get a closer view
of an object behind your vehicle. The
zoomed image keeps the bumper in the
image to provide a reference. The zoom is
only active while the transmission is in
reverse (R). When the transmission shifts
out of reverse (R), the feature
automatically turns off and must be reset
when it is used again.

Camera System Settings

The rear view camera system settings can
be accessed through the display screen.
See

General Information

(page 99).

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Enhanced Park Aids or Park Pilot

Selectable settings for this feature are ON
and OFF.

The system uses red, yellow and green
highlights that appear on top of the video
image when any of the sensing systems
detect an object.

Vehicles equipped with touchscreen

The system will provide an image of your
vehicle and the sensor zones. The zones
will highlight green, yellow and red when
the parking aid sensors detect an object in
the coverage area.

The coverage area is up to 6 ft (1.8 m) from
the rear bumper. There is decreased
coverage area at the outer corners of the
bumper.

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For additional information of the zone
coverage and the rear sensing system. See

Principle of Operation

(page 179).

Rear Camera Delay

Selectable settings for this feature are ON
and OFF.

The default setting for the rear camera
delay is OFF.

When shifting the transmission out of
reverse (R) and into any gear other than
park (P), the camera image remains in the
display until:
•

Your vehicle speed sufficiently
increases.

•

You shift your vehicle into park (P).

•

You pull the hand brake on vehicles
with a manual transmission.

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Parking Aids

WHAT IS CRUISE CONTROL

Cruise control lets you maintain a set
speed without keeping your foot on the
accelerator pedal.

Requirements

Use cruise control when the vehicle speed
is greater than 20 mph (30 km/h).

SWITCHING CRUISE CONTROL
ON AND OFF

WARNING:

Do not use cruise

control on winding roads, in heavy traffic
or when the road surface is slippery. This
could result in loss of vehicle control,
serious injury or death.

The cruise controls are on the steering
wheel. See

Cruise Control

(page 76).

Switching Cruise Control On

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Press the button.

Switching Cruise Control Off

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Press the button when the
system is in standby mode.

The system also turns off when you switch
the ignition off.

Note:

The set speed erases when you

switch the system off.

SETTING THE CRUISE
CONTROL SPEED

WARNING:

When you are going

downhill, your vehicle speed could
increase above the set speed. The
system does not apply the brakes.

Drive to the speed you prefer.

Press either button to set the
current speed.

Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

Note:

The indicator changes color in the

information display.

Changing the Set Speed

Press and release the button to
increase the set speed in small
increments.

Press and hold the button to accelerate.
Release the button when you reach your
preferred speed.

Press and release the button to
decrease the set speed in small
increments.

Press and hold the button to decelerate.
Release the button when you reach your
preferred speed.

Note:

If you accelerate by pressing the

accelerator pedal, the set speed does not
change. When you release the accelerator
pedal, your vehicle returns to the speed that
you previously set.

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