Ford GT (2018 year). Manual — part 33

BREAKING-IN

You need to break in new tires for
approximately 300 mi (480 km). During
this time, your vehicle may exhibit some
unusual driving characteristics.

You should not drive your Ford GT
aggressively for the first 600 mi
(1,000 km) of vehicle operation. This will
allow for proper break in of the powertrain
and braking systems.

For the first 600 miles (1,000 km):
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Do not apply high load at low engine
speed.

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Do not drive the vehicle at a sustained
high-speed, high load.

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Avoid driving the vehicle at full throttle.

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Drive the vehicle at varying road and
engine speeds.

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Do not drive in competition and race
track conditions.

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Do not use launch control.

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If you are going to use the vehicle on
the race track right after break in,
change the oil after break in.

Cold Engine Operation

The design of your Ford GT restricts engine
power and RPM when the engine is cold.
The engine RPM and power output will be
reduced until the engine reaches full
operating temperature.

Hot Engine Shut down

You should allow your Ford GT engine to
cool down for a few minutes prior to shut
down after high speed or high performance
driving. Allowing the engine to run at light
loads and or idle for a few minutes will
reduce overall engine oil and coolant
temperatures.

DRIVING THROUGH WATER

WARNING

Do not drive through flowing or deep
water as you may lose control of your
vehicle.

Note: Driving through standing water can
cause vehicle damage.

Note: Engine damage can occur if water
enters the air filter.

Before driving through standing water,
check the depth. Never drive through water
that is higher than the sidewall of the front
tire. If the water is up onto the wheel, do
not proceed. When driving through a
puddle, drive slowly to avoid splashing the
water into the engine air intake.

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When driving through standing water, drive
very slowly and do not stop your vehicle.
Your brake performance and traction may
be limited.

After driving through water and as soon as
it is safe to do so:

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Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the
brakes and to check that they work.

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Check that the horn works.

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Check that the exterior lights work.

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Turn the steering wheel to check that
the steering power assist works.

FLOOR MATS

WARNINGS

Use a floor mat designed to fit the
footwell of your vehicle that does not
obstruct the pedal area. Failure to

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

Pedals that cannot move freely can
cause loss of vehicle control and
increase the risk of serious personal

injury.

Secure the floor mat to both
retention devices so that it cannot
slip out of position and interfere with

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

Do not place additional floor mats
or any other covering on top of the
original floor mats. This could result

in the floor mat interfering with the
operation of the pedals. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in the loss of
control of your vehicle, personal injury or
death.

Always make sure that objects
cannot fall into the driver foot well
while your vehicle is moving. Objects

that are loose can become trapped under
the pedals causing a loss of vehicle control.

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To install the floor mats, position the floor
mat eyelet over the retention post and
press down to lock in position. Make sure
the hook and loop fastener is properly
attached to the floor at the front edge of
the driver side floor mat.

To remove the floor mat, reverse the
installation procedure.

Note: Regularly check the floor mats to
make sure they are secure.

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

Vehicles Sold in the United States:
Getting Roadside Assistance

To fully assist you should you have a
vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company
offers a complimentary roadside
assistance program. This program is
separate from the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.

The service is available:
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24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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The coverage period is three years from
the date of purchase.

Roadside Assistance covers:
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Assistance with a flat tire.

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Battery jump start.

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Lock-out assistance (key replacement
cost is the customer's responsibility).

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Assistance if your vehicle runs out of
fuel.

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Winch out — available if your vehicle is
stuck.

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Towing — Ford dealership or
independent service contractors, if not
prohibited by state, local or municipal
law, shall tow your vehicle to the
nearest Certified Ford GT Dealership.

Vehicles Sold in the United States:
Using Roadside Assistance

United States Ford GT customers who
require Roadside Assistance, call the Ford
GT Concierge at 800-210-5795.

If you need to arrange roadside assistance
for yourself, Ford Motor Company
reimburses a reasonable amount for
towing to the nearest authorized
dealership. To obtain reimbursement
information, contact the Ford GT Concierge
at 800-210-5795.

For assistance outside of the United
States, refer to the complete list of Ford
GT Concierge phone numbers. See About
This Manual (page 5).

HAZARD FLASHERS

Note: The hazard flashers operate when
the ignition is in any position. If used when
the vehicle is not running, the battery loses
charge. As a result, there may be insufficient
power to restart your vehicle.

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The hazard flasher control is on
the floor console. Use your
hazard flashers when your

vehicle is creating a safety hazard for other
motorists.

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Press the flasher control and all front
and rear direction indicators flash.

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Press the button again to switch them
off.

FUEL SHUTOFF

WARNING

If your vehicle has been involved in a
crash, have the fuel system checked.
Failure to follow this instruction

could result in fire, personal injury or death.

Note: When you try to restart your vehicle
after a fuel shutoff, the vehicle makes sure
that various systems are safe to restart.
Once the vehicle determines the systems
are safe, then the vehicle allows you to
restart.

Note: In the event that your vehicle does
not restart after your third attempt, contact
a qualified technician.

The fuel pump shutoff stops the flow of
fuel to the engine in the event of a
moderate to severe crash. Not every
impact causes a shutoff.

Should your vehicle shut off after a crash,
you may restart your vehicle.

1.

Press START/STOP to switch off your
vehicle.

2. Press the brake pedal and

START/STOP to switch on your
vehicle.

3. Remove your foot from the brake pedal

and press START/STOP to switch off
your vehicle.

4. You can attempt to start the vehicle

by pressing the brake pedal and
START/STOP, or press START/STOP
without pressing the brake pedal.

Note: Both methods re-enable the fuel
system.

JUMP STARTING THE VEHICLE

WARNINGS

Do not use fuel lines, engine valve
covers, windshield wiper arms, the
intake manifold, or hood latch as

ground points.

Use only adequately sized cables
with insulated clamps.

Preparing Your Vehicle

Note: Attempting to push-start a vehicle
with an automatic transmission may cause
transmission damage.

Note: Use only a 12-volt supply to start your
vehicle.

Note: Do not disconnect the battery of the
disabled vehicle as this could damage the
vehicle's electrical system.

Park the booster vehicle close to the hood
of the disabled vehicle, making sure the
two vehicles do not touch.

Connecting the Jumper Cables

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1.

Switch off all accessories.

2. Remove the red cap over the positive

(B) post of the disabled vehicle.

3. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable

to the positive (B) post of the disabled
vehicle.

4. Connect the other end of the positive

(+) cable to the positive terminal of the
booster vehicle battery.

5. Connect the negative (-) jumper cable

to the negative (A) post of the disabled
vehicle.

6. Connect the other end of the negative

(-) cable to the negative terminal of
the booster vehicle battery.

Grounding Stud Location

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