Ford Mustang (2024 year). Manual in english

LOCATING THE BRAKE FLUID
RESERVOIR

CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID

WARNING:

Do not use any fluid

other than the recommended brake fluid
as this will reduce brake efficiency. Use
of incorrect fluid could result in the loss
of vehicle control, serious personal injury
or death.

WARNING:

Only use brake fluid

from a sealed container. Contamination
with dirt, water, petroleum products or
other materials may result in brake
system damage or failure. Failure to
adhere to this warning could result in the
loss of vehicle control, serious personal
injury or death.

WARNING:

Do not allow the fluid

to touch your skin or eyes. If this
happens, rinse the affected areas
immediately with plenty of water and
contact your physician.

WARNING:

The brake system

could be affected if the brake fluid level
is below the

MIN

mark or above the

MAX

mark on the brake fluid reservoir.

E170684

Park your vehicle on a level surface.

2. Look at the brake fluid reservoir to see

where the brake fluid level is relative
to the

MIN

and the

MAX

marks on the

reservoir.

Note:

To avoid fluid contamination, the

reservoir cap must remain in place and fully
tight, unless you are adding fluid.

Only use fluid that meets our
specifications. See

Capacities and

Specifications

(page 363).

BRAKE FLUID SPECIFICATION

See

Brake Fluid Specification

(page 380).

182

Brakes

BRAKES –
TROUBLESHOOTING

BRAKES – WARNING LAMPS

WARNING:

Driving your vehicle

with the warning lamp on is dangerous.
A significant decrease in braking
performance may occur. It may take you
longer to stop your vehicle. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Driving extended distances with the
parking brake engaged can cause brake
failure and the risk of personal injury.

E67020

If the ABS indicator illuminates
when you are driving, this
indicates a malfunction. Your

vehicle continues to have normal braking
without the anti-lock braking system
function. See an authorized dealer.

It also momentarily illuminates 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.

E270480

E67024

The brake indicator momentarily
illuminates when you switch the
ignition on to confirm the lamp

is functional. It may also illuminate when
you apply the parking brake and the
ignition is on. If it illuminates when your
vehicle is moving, make sure the parking
brake is disengaged. If the parking brake
is disengaged, this indicates low brake fluid
level or a brake system fault. See an
authorized dealer.

BRAKES – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Details

Message

The system has detected a fault that requires service. Have
your vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Check Brake System

183

Brakes

BRAKES – FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS

Is it normal for my brakes to make
noise?

Occasional brake noise is normal. If a
metal-to-metal, continuous grinding, or
squeal sound is present, the brake lining
could be worn. Have the system checked.

There is an electrical motor sound
when I press on the brake pedal or
activate the park brake switch. Is
this normal?

Yes, those sounds are the electronic brake
booster or the electronic park brake
operating.

Note:

Brake dust could accumulate on the

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

Cleaning Wheels

(page

319).

184

Brakes

WHAT IS THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE

The electric parking brake is used to hold
your vehicle on slopes and flat roads.

APPLYING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE - MANUAL
TRANSMISSION, VEHICLES
WITHOUT: ECOBOOST™
PERFORMANCE PACKAGE/GT
PERFORMANCE PACKAGE

WARNING:

Apply the parking

brake, shift into first gear, switch the
ignition off and remove the keys or
remote control before you leave your
vehicle.

WARNING:

If you drive extended

distances with the parking brake applied,
you could cause damage to the brake
system.

E267156

The switch is on the center
console.

Pull the switch up.

The red warning lamp flashes during
operation and illuminates when the parking
brake is applied.

Note:

You can apply the electric parking

brake when the ignition is off.

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.

APPLYING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE - MANUAL
TRANSMISSION, VEHICLES
WITH: ECOBOOST™
PERFORMANCE PACKAGE/GT
PERFORMANCE PACKAGE

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.

WARNING:

If you drive extended

distances with the parking brake applied,
you could cause damage to the brake
system.

E267156

The electric parking brake
handle is on the center console.

Pull the handle up.

The red warning lamp flashes during
operation and illuminates when the parking
brake is applied.

Note:

You can apply the electric parking

brake when the ignition is off.

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.

185

Electric Parking Brake

APPLYING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE -
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION,
VEHICLES WITHOUT:
ECOBOOST™ PERFORMANCE
PACKAGE/GT PERFORMANCE
PACKAGE

WARNING:

Apply the parking brake

and make sure your vehicle is in park (P).
Power the vehicle off and remove the
keys or remote control whenever you
leave your vehicle. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death.

WARNING:

If you drive extended

distances with the parking brake applied,
you could cause damage to the brake
system.

WARNING:

The electric parking

brake does not operate if the vehicle
battery has run out of charge.

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.

E267156

The electric parking brake switch
is on the center console.

Pull the switch up.

The red warning lamp flashes during
operation and illuminates when the parking
brake is applied.

Note:

You can apply the electric parking

brake when the ignition is off.

Note:

The electric parking brake could

apply when you shift into park (P). See

Park

(P)

(page 175).

APPLYING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE -
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION,
VEHICLES WITH: ECOBOOST™
PERFORMANCE PACKAGE/GT
PERFORMANCE PACKAGE

WARNING:

Apply the parking brake

WARNING:

If you drive extended

distances with the parking brake applied,
you could cause damage to the brake
system.

WARNING:

The electric parking

brake does not operate if the vehicle
battery has run out of charge.

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.

E267156

The electric parking brake
handle is on the center console.

Pull the handle up.

The red warning lamp flashes during
operation and illuminates when the parking
brake is applied.

Note:

You can apply the electric parking

brake when the power is off.

186

Electric Parking Brake

Note:

The electric parking brake could

apply when you shift into park (P). See

Park

(P)

(page 175).

APPLYING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE IN AN
EMERGENCY - VEHICLES
WITHOUT: ECOBOOST™
PERFORMANCE PACKAGE/GT
PERFORMANCE PACKAGE

You can use the electric parking brake to
slow or stop your vehicle in an emergency.

Pull the switch up and hold it.

The red warning lamp illuminates, a tone
sounds and the stoplamps turn on when
you use the electric parking brake in an
emergency.

The electric parking brake continues to
slow your vehicle down unless you release
the switch.

Note:

Do not apply the electric parking

brake when your vehicle is moving, except
in an emergency. If you repeatedly use the
electric parking brake to slow or stop your
vehicle, you could cause damage to the
brake system.

APPLYING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE IN AN
EMERGENCY - VEHICLES
WITH: ECOBOOST™
PERFORMANCE PACKAGE/GT
PERFORMANCE PACKAGE

You can use the electric parking brake to
slow or stop your vehicle in an emergency.

Pull the electric parking brake handle up
and hold it.

The red warning lamp illuminates, a tone
sounds and the stoplamps turn on when
you use the electric parking brake in an
emergency.

The electric parking brake continues to
slow your vehicle down unless you release
the handle.

Note:

Do not apply the electric parking

brake when your vehicle is moving, except
in an emergency. If you repeatedly use the
electric parking brake to slow or stop your
vehicle, you could cause damage to the
brake system.

MANUALLY RELEASING THE
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE -
VEHICLES WITHOUT:
ECOBOOST™ PERFORMANCE
PACKAGE/GT PERFORMANCE
PACKAGE

Switch the ignition on.

2. Press and hold the brake pedal.

3. Push the switch down.

The red warning lamp turns off.

Pulling Away on a Hill When Towing a
Trailer

Press and hold the brake pedal.

2. Pull the switch upward and hold it.

3. Shift into gear.

4. Press the accelerator pedal until engine

has developed sufficient torque to
prevent your vehicle from rolling down
the hill.

5. Release the switch and pull away in a

normal manner.

187

Electric Parking Brake

MANUALLY RELEASING THE
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE -
VEHICLES WITH: ECOBOOST™
PERFORMANCE PACKAGE/GT
PERFORMANCE PACKAGE

Switch the ignition on.

2. Press and hold the brake pedal.

3. Push the electric parking brake handle

down.

The red warning lamp turns off.

Pulling Away on a Hill When Towing a
Trailer

Press and hold the brake pedal.

2. Pull the electric parking brake handle

upward and hold it.

3. Shift into gear.

4. Press the accelerator pedal until engine

has developed sufficient torque to
prevent your vehicle from rolling down
the hill.

5. Release the handle and pull away in a

normal manner.

AUTOMATICALLY RELEASING
THE ELECTRIC PARKING
BRAKE

Close the driver door.

2. Shift into gear.

3. Press the accelerator pedal and pull

away in a normal manner.

ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
AUDIBLE WARNING

Sounds when the parking brake is on and
your vehicle is moving. If the warning tone
continues after you have released the
parking brake, this indicates a malfunction.
Have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.

RELEASING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE IF THE
VEHICLE BATTERY HAS RUN
OUT OF CHARGE

WARNING:

The electric parking

brake does not operate if the vehicle
battery has run out of charge.

Connect a booster battery to the vehicle
battery to release the electric parking brake
if the vehicle battery has run out of charge.
See

Jump Starting the Vehicle

(page

280).

ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE –
TROUBLESHOOTING

ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE –
WARNING LAMPS

Brake System

E270480

E67024

It illuminates red when you apply
the parking brake and your
vehicle is on. If the lamp flashes
when the parking brake has been
released, this indicates the
parking brake system requires

service. Have your vehicle checked as
soon as possible.

Note:

Lamps may vary depending on region.

188

Electric Parking Brake

Electric Parking Brake

E67024

E146190

When the lamp illuminates
yellow, it indicates a malfunction
in the electric parking brake.

Have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.

Note:

Lamps may vary depending on region.

ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE – INFORMATION MESSAGES - VEHICLES
WITHOUT: ECOBOOST™ PERFORMANCE PACKAGE/GT PERFORMANCE
PACKAGE

Details

Message

The electric parking brake has malfunctioned. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Park Brake Malfunction
Service Now

The electric parking brake has not released. Manually release
the electric parking brake. If the message continues to appear,
have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Park Brake Not Released

The electric parking brake has not applied. Apply the electric
parking brake. If the message continues to appear, have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Park Brake Not Applied

The electric parking brake has not automatically released.
Manually release the electric parking brake.

Park Brake Use Switch to
Release

You have not pressed the brake pedal. Press the brake pedal
to release the parking brake.

To Release: Press Brake
and Switch

The electric parking brake has malfunctioned. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Park Brake Limited Func-
tion Service Required

The electric parking brake system has been put into a special
mode that is used to allow service of the brakes. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Park Brake Maintenance
Mode

The electric parking brake has overheated. Wait for the elec-
tric parking brake to cool down.

Park Brake System Over-
heated

The electric parking brake is released.

Park Brake Released

The electric parking brake has not released. Manually release
the electric parking brake. If the message continues to appear,
have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Release Park Brake

The electric parking brake is applied.

Park Brake Applied

189

Electric Parking Brake

ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE – INFORMATION MESSAGES - VEHICLES
WITH: ECOBOOST™ PERFORMANCE PACKAGE/GT PERFORMANCE
PACKAGE

Action

Message

The electric parking brake has malfunctioned. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Park Brake Malfunction
Service Now

The electric parking brake has not released. Manually release
the electric parking brake. If the message continues to appear,
have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Park Brake Not Released

The electric parking brake has not applied. Apply the electric
parking brake. If the message continues to appear, have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Park Brake Not Applied

The electric parking brake handle has malfunctioned. Drive
to release the electric parking brake.

Park brake handle fault
Drive to release park
brake

You have not pressed the brake pedal. Press the brake pedal
and push the handle down to release the parking brake.

Press brake pedal Push
handle down to release
park brake

The electric parking brake has malfunctioned. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Park Brake Limited Func-
tion Service Required

The electric parking brake system has been put into a special
mode that is used to allow service of the brakes. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Brake maintenance
mode

The electric parking brake has overheated. Wait for the elec-
tric parking brake to cool down.

Park Brake System Over-
heated

The electric parking brake is released.

Park Brake Off

The electric parking brake has not released. Manually release
the electric parking brake. If the message continues to appear,
have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Release Park Brake

The electric parking brake is applied.

Park Brake On

The drift brake has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.

Drift brake not available
Service required

190

Electric Parking Brake

WHAT IS CROSS TRAFFIC
BRAKING

The system is designed to reduce impact
damage or assist in avoiding a collision by
using the sensors on the rear of your
vehicle to detect a possible collision and
applying the brakes.

HOW DOES CROSS TRAFFIC
BRAKING WORK

The system only reacts for vehicles
approaching from the sides when you shift
into reverse (R).

If the system detects a vehicle approaching
your vehicle, it provides a warning through
the cross traffic alert system. See

What Is

Cross Traffic Alert

(page 246).

The system only applies the brakes for a
short period of time when an event occurs.
Take action as soon as you notice the
system applying the brakes in order to
remain in control of your vehicle, the
system does not do this for you.

Note:

You need to enable cross traffic alert

for the system to function.

CROSS TRAFFIC BRAKING
PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

You are responsible for

controlling your vehicle at all times. The
system is designed to be an aid and does
not relieve you of your responsibility to
drive with due care and attention. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in
the loss of control of your vehicle,
personal injury or death.

WARNING:

To help avoid personal

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

WARNING:

The system may not

operate properly during severe weather
conditions, for example snow, ice, heavy
rain and spray. 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:

Some situations and

objects prevent hazard detection, for
example, inclement weather,
unconventional vehicle types and
pedestrians. Apply the brakes when
necessary. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in the loss of
control of your vehicle, personal injury or
death.

WARNING:

Do not use the system

with accessories that extend beyond the
front or rear of your vehicle, for example
a trailer hitch or bike rack. The system is
not able to make corrections for the
additional length of the accessories.

Note:

Certain add-on devices around the

bumper or fascia may create false alerts.
For example, large trailer hitches, bicycle or
surfboard racks, license plate brackets,
bumper covers or any other device that may
block the normal detection zone of the
system. Remove the add-on device to
prevent false alerts.

191

Cross Traffic Braking

Note:

If your vehicle sustains damage to

the bumper or fascia leaving it misaligned
or bent, it could alter the sensing zone
causing inaccurate measurement of
obstacles or false alerts.

Note:

Vehicle loading and suspension

changes can impact the angle of the sensors
and may change the normal detection zone
of the system resulting in inaccurate
measurement of obstacles or false alerts.

Note:

When you connect a trailer, the

system may detect the trailer and provide
an alert, or the system turns off. If the
system does not turn off, switch the system
off manually after you connect the trailer.

Note:

You may experience reduced system

performance on road surfaces that limit
deceleration. For example, roads with ice,
loose gravel, mud or sand.

SWITCHING CROSS TRAFFIC
BRAKING ON AND OFF

Press

Features

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Driver Assistance

3. Switch

Cross Traffic Braking

on or

off.

OVERRIDING CROSS TRAFFIC
BRAKING

There could be instances when
unexpected or unwanted braking occurs.
Firmly pressing the accelerator pedal or
switching the feature off overrides the
system.

CROSS TRAFFIC BRAKING
INDICATORS

If the system determines that a collision
with an obstacle may occur, full braking
may apply. Bring your vehicle to a stop a
safe distance away from the obstacle.

E293490

A message and warning
indicator appear when the
system applies the brakes.

CROSS TRAFFIC BRAKING – TROUBLESHOOTING

CROSS TRAFFIC BRAKING – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Action

Message

Drive the vehicle on a straight road for a

short period. Make sure the parking aids and

cross traffic alert systems are on. If the

message remains on, have the system

checked as soon as possible.

Reverse Brake Assist Not Available See

Manual

Displays when a system error has occurred.

Have your vehicle checked as soon as

possible.

Reverse Brake Assist Fault

Displays when cross traffic braking is off.

Reverse Brake Assist Off

192

Cross Traffic Braking

CROSS TRAFFIC BRAKING –
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why is cross traffic braking unavailable?

•

Make sure the cross traffic alert system
is on. See

Cross Traffic Alert

(page

246).

•

The vehicle has sustained a rear end
impact. Contact an authorized dealer
to have the sensors checked for proper
coverage and operation.

•

An ABS, traction control or stability
control event may have occurred. Cross
traffic braking resumes operation when
the event is complete.

•

Make sure there are no blocked or
faulted sensors. See

Cross Traffic

Alert

(page 246).

•

You recently had your vehicle serviced,
or the battery disconnected. Drive your
vehicle a short distance to resume
system operation.

Note:

If the answers to why the system is

unavailable do not assist in returning cross
traffic braking to available, have the system
checked as soon as possible.

193

Cross Traffic Braking

WHAT IS HILL START ASSIST

Hill Start Assist applies the brakes to hold
your vehicle after you bring it to a stop on
a slope. This makes it easier for you to pull
away without using the parking brake.

HOW DOES HILL START
ASSIST WORK

When the system activates, your vehicle
remains stationary for a few seconds after
you release the brake pedal. This gives you
time to move your foot from the brake
pedal to the accelerator pedal. The brakes
release when you apply the accelerator
pedal and the vehicle begins to move
forward, or the system exceeds the time
allowed for automatically applying the
brakes.

The system activates when your vehicle is
in any forward gear and facing uphill, or
when your vehicle is in reverse (R) and
facing downhill.

HILL START ASSIST
PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

The system does not

replace the parking brake. When you
leave your vehicle, always apply the
parking brake.

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 follow this instruction could
result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, personal injury or death.

WARNING:

The system turns off if

there is a malfunction.

SWITCHING HILL START
ASSIST ON AND OFF -
MANUAL TRANSMISSION

You can switch hill start assist on and off
on the touchscreen:

Press

Features

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Driver Assistance

3. Switch

Hill Start Assist

on or off.

Note:

The system remembers the last

setting when you start your vehicle.

SWITCHING HILL START
ASSIST ON AND OFF -
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Hill start assist is active when you switch
the ignition on. You cannot switch the
system on or off.

HILL START ASSIST –
TROUBLESHOOTING

HILL START ASSIST –
INFORMATION MESSAGES

Details

Message

Displays when

system is not avail-

able. Have your

vehicle checked as

soon as possible.

Hill Start Assist Not

Available

194

Hill Start Assist

HOW DOES AUTO HOLD WORK

Auto hold applies the brakes to hold your
vehicle after you bring the vehicle to a stop.
This can help when waiting on a hill or in
traffic.

SWITCHING AUTO HOLD ON
AND OFF

WARNING:

The system does not

replace the parking brake. When you
leave your vehicle, always apply the
parking brake.

WARNING:

You must remain in

You can switch the system on or off by
accessing the menu on the touchscreen.

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Driver Assistance

Note:

You can only switch the system on

after you close the driver door and fasten
your seatbelt.

Note:

The system remembers the last

setting when you start your vehicle.

Note:

When using an automatic car wash,

make sure to switch auto hold off, or shift
to neutral (N) with the brake pedal applied
to ensure auto hold is not active.

USING AUTO HOLD

Bring your vehicle to a complete stop.
The auto hold active indicator
illuminates in the information display.

2. Release the brake pedal. The system

holds your vehicle at a standstill. The
auto hold active indicator remains
illuminated in the information display.

3. Apply the accelerator and drive off in

a normal manner. The system releases
the brakes and the auto hold active
indicator switches off.

Note:

The system only activates if you

apply enough brake pressure on the brake
pedal to bring the vehicle to a standstill.

Note:

Under certain conditions, the system

could apply the electric parking brake. The
brake system warning lamp illuminates. The
electric parking brake releases when you
press the accelerator pedal. See

Automatically Releasing the Electric
Parking Brake

(page 188).

Note:

The system switches off if you shift

into reverse (R) or neutral (N) while pressing
the brake pedal.

There could be actions that can cause the
auto hold system not to work when the
following occur:
•

Your vehicle is in stay in temporary
neutral mode.

•

The driver door is open or the driver
seatbelt is unbuckled.

•

You shift into reverse (R) or neutral (N)
before the system is active.

AUTO HOLD INDICATORS

E323448

Illuminates when the system is
active.

195

Auto Hold

(If Equipped)

WHAT IS TRACTION CONTROL

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

HOW DOES TRACTION
CONTROL WORK

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

SWITCHING TRACTION
CONTROL ON AND OFF

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.

E130458

The traction control system turns on each
time you switch the ignition on.

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

Press and release the button to switch
traction control off. The stability control
system remains fully active, to switch it off,
press and hold the button for a few
seconds, then release.

When you switch traction control off, a
message and an illuminated icon appear
on the instrument cluster.

Press the switch again to turn the traction
control system back on to normal
operation.

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

TRACTION CONTROL
INDICATOR

System Indicator Lights

E375919

TRACTION CONTROL –
TROUBLESHOOTING

TRACTION CONTROL – WARNING
LAMPS

System Messages

E138639

The traction control light
temporarily illuminates on
start-up and flashes when

activated by a driving condition.

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

•

When you switch the traction control
system off.

•

When you select an alternative stability
control mode.

•

If a problem occurs in the system.

197

Traction Control

HOW DOES STABILITY
CONTROL WORK

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 speakers may
interfere with and adversely affect the
electronic stability control system.
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 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 power.

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

Electronic Stability Control

Electronic stability control 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 power.

Curve Control

Curve control enhances your vehicle’s
ability to follow the road when cornering
severely or avoiding objects in the roadway.
Curve control operates by reducing power
and, if necessary, applying brakes to one
or more of the wheels individually.

Traction Control

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

What Is Traction Control

(page 197).

198

Stability Control

E72903

Vehicle without stability control
skidding off its intended route.

Vehicle with stability control
maintaining control on a slippery
surface.

SWITCHING STABILITY
CONTROL ON AND OFF

E130458

The system turns on each time you switch
the power on.

Press and hold the stability and traction
control button for a few seconds and then
release to switch the system off.

Shifting into reverse (R) will disable the
system.

You can switch the traction control system
off or on independently. See

Switching

Traction Control On and Off

(page 197).

STABILITY CONTROL
INDICATOR

E375918

If it does not illuminate when you
switch the power on, or remains
on, this indicates a malfunction.

Have your vehicle checked by an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.

STABILITY CONTROL – TROUBLESHOOTING

STABILITY CONTROL – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Action

Message

Displays when the system detects a condi-

tion that requires service. Have the system

serviced as soon as possible.

Service AdvanceTrac

The status of the system when you disable

it.

AdvanceTrac Off

The status of the system when you enable

it.

AdvanceTrac On

The system is in sport mode.

AdvanceTrac SPORT MODE

199

Stability Control

ELECTRIC POWER STEERING

HOW DOES ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING WORK

The electric power steering system assists
the brake system to help operate
advanced stability control and accident
avoidance systems.

If your vehicle loses electrical power or
detects a concern when you are driving,
the system switches to reduced steering
assist or manual steering. Additionally,
whenever disconnecting the battery or
installing a new one, you must drive your
vehicle a short distance before the system
relearns the strategy and reactivates all
systems.

ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

The electric power

steering system has diagnostic checks
that continuously monitor the system. If
a fault is detected, a message displays
in the information display. Stop your
vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
Switch the vehicle off. After at least 10
seconds, switch the vehicle on and
watch the information display for a
steering system warning message. If a
steering system warning message
returns, have the system checked as
soon as possible.

WARNING:

If the system detects

an error, you may not feel a difference in
the steering, however a serious condition
may exist. Have your vehicle checked as
soon as possible. Failure to do so may
result in loss of steering control.

Adapt your speed and driving behavior
according to reduced steering assist.

Extreme continuous steering may increase
the effort to steer. This occurs to prevent
internal overheating and damage to the
steering system. If this occurs, you will not
lose the ability to steer your vehicle
manually nor will it cause damage to the
system. Normal steering and driving allows
the system to cool down and steering
assist returns to normal.

Note:

There is no fluid reservoir to check or

fill.

STEERING –
TROUBLESHOOTING

STEERING – WARNING
INDICATORS

E223375

The electric power steering
system indicator illuminates if
the system detects a fault during

the continuous diagnostic checks.

Note:

If a red warning message displays,

stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so.

200

Steering

STEERING – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Action

Message

The power steering system has detected a

condition that requires service. Have your

vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Steering Fault Service Now

The power steering system is not working.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Have your

vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Steering Loss Stop Safely

The power steering system has detected a

condition that requires service. Have your

vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Steering Assist Fault Service Required

The steering system has detected a condi-

tion that could prevent you from starting

your vehicle. Have your vehicle checked as

soon as possible.

Steering Lock Malfunction Service Now

201

Steering

PARKING AID PRECAUTIONS

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:

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:

The system may not

function if the sensor is blocked.

WARNING:

In cold and severe

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

WARNING:

If damage occurs in the

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

Note:

If your vehicle sustains damage

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

When you connect a trailer to your vehicle,
the rear parking aid detects the trailer and
provides an alert. Disable the parking aid
when you connect a trailer to prevent the
alert.

Note:

Connected trailers might be detected

by the vehicle and parking aid turns off
automatically in those instances.

Note:

Certain add-on devices installed

around the bumper or fascia may create
false alerts. For example, large trailer
hitches, bike or surfboard racks, license plate
brackets, bumper covers or any other device
could block the normal detection zone of
the parking aid system. Aftermarket spare
tires or spare tire covers mounted to the rear
tailgate could cause false alerts from the
park aid system. Remove the add-on device
to prevent false alerts.

Note:

Keep the sensors free from snow, ice

and large accumulations of dirt. If the
sensors are covered, the system's accuracy
can be affected.

Do not clean the sensors with sharp
objects.

SWITCHING PARKING AID ON
AND OFF

Muting the Audible Tone

E383616

Shift into reverse (R) and press
the button on the rear view
camera display screen to switch

the system's audible tone on and off.

Note:

You can only switch the audible tone

on and off. The parking aid system remains
on at all times.

202

Parking Aids

(If Equipped)

REAR PARKING AID

WHAT IS THE REAR PARKING AID

Rear parking sensors detect objects behind
your vehicle when in reverse (R).

REAR PARKING AID LIMITATIONS

There is a decreased coverage area at the
outer corners.

The rear parking aid sensors are active
when your vehicle is in reverse (R) and the
vehicle speed is less than 5 mph (8 km/h).

The sensor coverage area is up to 71 in
(180 cm) from the rear bumper.

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

Your vehicle is moving backward at a
low speed.

•

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

•

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

The system shall provide no audible
warning for the object behind the vehicle
when in neutral (N) gear.

LOCATING THE REAR PARKING
AID SENSORS

E130178

The rear parking aid sensors are in the rear
bumper.

REAR PARKING AID AUDIBLE

WARNINGS

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 rear bumper.

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

Note:

When the parking aid system sounds

a tone, the audio system could reduce the
set volume.

203

Parking Aids

(If Equipped)

PARKING AID INDICATORS

E366441

The system provides object distance
indication through the center display.

•

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

•

If there is no object detected, the
distance indicator blocks are grey.

Visual indication remains on when the
transmission is in reverse (R). When you
stop your vehicle, visual indication turns
off after four seconds.

If the parking aids are not available, the
distance indicator blocks do not display.

PARKING AIDS –
TROUBLESHOOTING

PARKING AIDS – INFORMATION
MESSAGES

If a fault is present in the parking aids, a
warning message appears in the
instrument cluster or the touchscreen.

Action

Message

The system detects a condition that

requires service. Have your vehicle checked

as soon as possible.

Park Aid Fault

Inclement weather, ice, mud, or water is

blocking the sensor, causing the system to

become unavailable. You can typically

clean the sensor to resolve.

Sensor Blocked

204

Parking Aids

(If Equipped)

WHAT IS THE REAR VIEW
CAMERA

The rear view camera provides a video
image of the area behind your vehicle when
the transmission is in reverse (R).

REAR VIEW CAMERA
PRECAUTIONS

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

slowly. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, personal injury or death.

WARNING:

Use caution when the

tailgate is ajar. If the tailgate is ajar, the
camera is out of position and the video
image could be incorrect. All guide lines
disappear when the tailgate is ajar.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in personal injury.

WARNING:

Use caution when

turning camera features on or off when
the transmission is not in park (P). Make
sure your vehicle is not moving.

Note:

If the image comes on while the

transmission is not in reverse (R), have the
system inspected by your authorized dealer.

LOCATING THE REAR VIEW
CAMERA

The rear view camera is on the luggage
compartment door. It provides a video
image of the area behind your vehicle.

REAR VIEW CAMERA GUIDE
LINES

Note:

Active guide lines and fixed guide

lines are only available when the
transmission is in reverse (R).

Note:

The centerline is only available if the

active or fixed guide lines are on.

Note:

When the battery is disconnected,

the fixed guidelines may not function until
you restart your vehicle. Make sure the
center display shuts down in between
ignition cycles.

Note:

When the battery is disconnected,

the active guidelines may not function until
you drive your vehicle a short distance and
exceed 12.4 mph (20 km/h).

205

Rear View Camera

E306774

A. Active guide lines.
B. Centerline.
C. Fixed guide line: Green zone.
D. Fixed guide line: Yellow zone.
E. Fixed guide line: Red zone.
F. Rear bumper.

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

The fixed and active guide lines fade in and
out depending on the steering wheel
position. The active guide lines do not
display when the steering wheel position
is straight.

Use caution while reversing. Objects in the
red zone are closest to your vehicle and
objects in the green zone are farther away.
Objects get 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.

REAR VIEW CAMERA
SETTINGS

ZOOMING THE REAR VIEW

CAMERA IN AND OUT

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.

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

This 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).

Note:

Manual zoom is only available when

the transmission is in reverse (R).

Note:

Only the centerline shows when you

enable manual zoom.

SWITCHING REAR VIEW CAMERA
DELAY ON AND OFF

Press

Features

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Driver Assistance

3. Press

Rear View Camera

206

Rear View Camera

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 km/h in metric units or
15 mph in imperial units.

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.

Switching Cruise Control On

E332905

Press the button to activate the
system. When the system
activates, the set speed is equal

to the current vehicle speed or 20 km/h (15
mph), whichever is greater. If the speed is
too low, or other conditions are not correct
for cruise control activation, the system
enters standby mode.

Switching Cruise Control Off

E332905

Press the button when the
system is active or switch the
ignition off.

Note:

When you switch cruise control off,

the set speed clears.

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.

E246884

E246885

Press either button to set the
current speed.

Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

Note:

The indicator changes color in the

instrument cluster display.

Changing the Set Speed

E246884

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.

E246885

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.

208

Cruise Control

(If Equipped)

CANCELING THE SET SPEED

E308130

Press the button, or tap the
brake pedal to cancel the set
speed.

Note:

The system remembers the set

speed.

Note:

The system cancels if the vehicle

speed drops below 10 mph (16 km/h) under
the set speed when driving uphill.

RESUMING THE SET SPEED

E308130

Press the button.

CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATORS

E71340

Illuminates when you switch the
system on.

209

Cruise Control

(If Equipped)

HOW DOES ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL WORK - MANUAL
TRANSMISSION

Adaptive cruise control uses a radar sensor
to adjust your vehicle speed to maintain a
set gap between you and the vehicle in
front of you in the same lane.

HOW DOES ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL WITH STOP AND GO
WORK - AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION

Adaptive cruise control with stop and go
uses radar and camera sensors to maintain
a set gap between your vehicle and the
vehicle in front of you while following it to
a complete stop. Stop and go can also be
set to follow a vehicle directly in front of
you and adjust the set speed, while you are
at a complete stop.

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

You are responsible for

WARNING:

Do not use adaptive

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.

WARNING:

Pay close attention to

changing road conditions such as
entering or leaving a highway, on roads
with intersections or roundabouts, roads
without visible lanes of travel, roads that
are winding, slippery, unpaved, or steep
slopes.

WARNING:

The system is not a

crash warning or avoidance system.

WARNING:

Do not use tire sizes

other than those recommended because
this can affect the normal operation of
the system. Failure to do so may result
in a loss of vehicle control, which could
result in serious injury.

WARNING:

Do not use the system

in poor visibility, for example fog, heavy
rain, spray or snow.

When Following a Vehicle

WARNING:

When following a

vehicle that is braking, your vehicle does
not always decelerate quickly enough to
avoid a crash without driver intervention.
Apply the brakes when necessary. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in
personal injury or death.

Hilly Condition Usage

You should select a lower gear when the
system is active in situations such as
prolonged downhill driving on steep slopes,
for example in mountainous areas.

210

Adaptive Cruise Control

(If Equipped)

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
LIMITATIONS

Sensor Limitations

WARNING:

On rare occasions,

detection issues can occur due to the
road infrastructures, for example bridges,
tunnels and safety barriers. In these
cases, the system may brake late or
unexpectedly. At all times, you are
responsible for controlling your vehicle,
supervising the system and intervening,
if required.

WARNING:

If the system

malfunctions, have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.

WARNING:

Large contrasts in

outside lighting can limit sensor
performance.

WARNING:

The system only warns

of vehicles detected by the radar sensor.
In some cases there may be no warning
or a delayed warning. Apply the brakes
when necessary. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death.

WARNING:

The system may not

detect stationary or slow moving
vehicles below 6 mph (10 km/h).

WARNING:

The system does not

detect pedestrians or objects in the road.

WARNING:

The system does not

detect oncoming vehicles in the same
lane.

WARNING:

The system may not

operate properly if the sensor is blocked.
Keep the windshield free from
obstruction.

WARNING:

The sensor may

incorrectly track lane markings as other
structures or objects. This can result in
a false or missed warning.

E371924

Camera.

Radar sensor.

The camera is on the windshield behind
the interior mirror.

The radar sensor is in the lower grille.

Note:

You cannot see the sensor. It is

behind a fascia panel.

Note:

Keep the front of your vehicle free of

dirt, metal badges or objects. Vehicle front
protectors, aftermarket lights, additional
paint or plastic coatings could also degrade
sensor performance.

A message displays if something obstructs
the camera or the sensor. When something
blocks the sensor, the system cannot
detect a vehicle ahead and does not
function. See

Adaptive Cruise Control

– Information Messages

(page 224).

211

Adaptive Cruise Control

(If Equipped)

The radar sensor has a limited field of view.
It may not detect vehicles at all or detect
a vehicle later than expected in some
situations. The lead vehicle image does
not illuminate if the system does not
detect a vehicle in front of you.

Detection issues can occur:

E71621

When driving on a different line
than the vehicle in front.

With vehicles that edge into your
lane. The system can only detect
these vehicles once they move
fully into your lane.

There may be issues with the
detection of vehicles in front
when driving into and coming out
of a bend or curve in the road.

In these cases, the system may brake late
or unexpectedly.

If something hits the front end of your
vehicle or damage occurs, the
radar-sensing zone may change. This could
cause missed or false vehicle detection.

Optimal system performance requires a
clear view of the road by the
windshield-mounted camera.

Optimal performance may not occur if:

•

The camera is blocked.

•

There is poor visibility or lighting
conditions.

•

There are bad weather conditions.

SWITCHING ADAPTIVE
CRUISE CONTROL ON AND OFF
- MANUAL TRANSMISSION

The cruise controls are on the steering
wheel. See

Cruise Control

(page 208).

Switching Adaptive Cruise Control

E144529

Press the button to activate the
system. When the system
activates, the set speed is equal

The indicator, current gap setting and set
speed appear in the instrument cluster
display.

Switching Adaptive Cruise Control
Off

E144529

Press the button when the
system is in standby mode or
switch the ignition off.

212

Adaptive Cruise Control

(If Equipped)

Note:

When you switch the system off, the

set speed clears.

SWITCHING ADAPTIVE
CRUISE CONTROL ON AND OFF
- AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

The cruise controls are on the steering
wheel. See

Cruise Control

(page 208).

Switching Adaptive Cruise Control
On

E144529

Press the button to activate the
system. When the system
activates, the set speed is equal

to whichever is greater, the current vehicle
speed, or 20 km/h when in metric units or
15 mph when in imperial units. If the speed
is too low, or other conditions are not
correct for adaptive cruise control
activation, the system enters standby
mode. When you are below 20 km/h when
in metric units or 15 mph when in imperial
units, adaptive cruise control does not
activate unless you are following another
vehicle.

The indicator, current gap setting and set
speed appear in the instrument cluster
display.

Switching Adaptive Cruise Control
Off

E144529

Press the button when the
system is in standby mode or
switch the ignition off.

Note:

When you switch the system off, the

set speed clears.

ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
AUTOMATIC CANCELLATION

The system may cancel if:
•

The tires lose traction.

•

You apply the parking brake.

The system may cancel and set the parking
brake if:
•

You unbuckle the seatbelt and open
the driver door after adaptive cruise
control stops your vehicle.

•

Adaptive cruise control holds your
vehicle at a stop continuously for more
than three minutes.

The system may deactivate or prevent
activating when requested if:
•

The vehicle has a blocked sensor.

•

The brake temperature is too high.

•

There is a failure in the system or a
related system.

SETTING THE ADAPTIVE
CRUISE CONTROL SPEED -
MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Drive to the speed you prefer.

E246884

E246885

Press the SET+ or SET- buttons
to set the current speed.

Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

The indicator, current gap setting and set
speed appear in the instrument cluster
display.

213

Adaptive Cruise Control

(If Equipped)

Ford Mustang (2024 year). Manual in english - page 6