Ford Mustang (2018 year). Manual — part 45

Action

Cause

Clean the grille surface in front of the radar

or remove the object causing the obstruc-

tion.

The surface of the radar in the grille is dirty

or obstructed in some way.

Wait a short time. It may take several

minutes for the radar to detect that there

is no obstruction.

The surface of the radar in the grille is clean

but the message remains in the display.

The Pre-Collision Assist system is tempor-

arily disabled. Pre-Collision Assist should

automatically reactivate a short time after

the weather conditions improve.

Heavy rain, spray, snow, or fog is interfering

with the radar signals.

The Pre-Collision Assist system is tempor-

arily disabled. Pre-Collision Assist should

automatically reactivate a short time after

the weather conditions improve.

Swirling water, or snow or ice on the surface

of the road may interfere with the radar

signals.

Contact an authorized dealer to have the

radar checked for proper coverage and

operation.

Radar is out of alignment due to a front end

impact.

Clean the outside of the windshield in front

of the camera.

The windshield in front of the camera is

dirty or obstructed in some way.

Wait a short time. It may take several

minutes for the camera to detect that there

is no obstruction.

The windshield in front of the camera is

clean but the message remains in the

display.

Note: Proper system operation requires a
clear view of the road by the camera. Have
any windshield damage in the area of the
camera's field of view repaired.

Note: 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 detections. Contact an
authorized dealer to have the radar checked
for proper coverage and operation.

Note: If your vehicle detects excessive heat
at the camera or a potential misalignment
condition, a message may display in the
information display indicating temporary
sensor unavailability. When operational
conditions are correct, the message
deactivates. For example, when the ambient
temperature around the sensor decreases
or the sensor automatically recalibrates
successfully.

DRIVE CONTROL

Selectable Drive Modes

Selectable drive modes deliver a
customized driving experience using a
variety of electronic vehicle systems. The
systems optimize vehicle dynamics and
powertrain response based on your
selected mode. Systems associated with
selectable drive modes are:

•

Electronically power assisted steering.
See Steering (page 179).

•

Electronic stability control and traction
control maintain your vehicle control
in adverse conditions or high
performance driving. See Stability
Control (page 154).

•

Electronic throttle control enhances
the powertrain response to your driving
input.

•

Adaptive dampers (if equipped).

•

Active exhaust adjusts the sound
characteristics of your vehicle (if
equipped).

Using Selectable Drive Modes

Note: Your vehicle may only be equipped
with some of the drive modes that follow.

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To change the drive mode
setting, press the mode button
on the instrument panel under

the display. The first press illuminates the
selected mode, subsequent presses
change the selected mode.

Note: Mode changes are not available when
the ignition is off or when the transmission
is in reverse (R). Some modes may be
unavailable when the transmission is in drive
(D) or sport (S).

Modes:
•

Normal – Best suited for everyday
driving. If your vehicle is equipped with
adaptive dampers, the suspension
delivers a balanced combination of
comfort and handling. Selectable
steering defaults to Normal but can be
changed using the steering button.

•

Sport – Engages when you shift your
automatic transmission into sport (S).
Sport mode increases throttle
response and helps your vehicle
accelerate faster, but does not change
the vehicle dynamics or stability
system.

•

Sport + – Best suited for spirited
driving. This mode increases throttle
response, and if your vehicle is
equipped with active exhaust, it takes
on a more powerful tone. If your vehicle
is equipped with adaptive dampers, the
suspension becomes stiffer. This mode
has less body motion and more precise
steering. Selectable steering defaults
to Sport but can be changed using the
steering button.

•

Track – Provides a performance driving
experience. Throttle response
increases, and if your vehicle is
equipped with active exhaust, it takes
on a more powerful tone. A
performance oriented traction control
mode is automatically utilized. In this
mode, traction control intervention is
reduced and tuned specifically for track
usage only. This mode is not intended
for public roads. See Using Stability
Control (page 155). If your vehicle is
equipped with adaptive dampers, the
suspension is optimized for transient
handling maneuvers. This mode offers
maximum control and confidence in
handling on road courses or auto-cross
style events. Selectable steering
defaults to Sport but can be changed
using the steering button.

•

Drag - Provides a performance driving
experience tailored to driving on a drag
strip. The engine responds directly to
your inputs, and if your vehicle is
equipped with active exhaust, it takes
on a more powerful tone. This mode is
not intended for public roads. If your
vehicle is equipped with adaptive
dampers, the setting is optimized for
straight line maximum acceleration.
Selectable steering defaults to Sport
but can be changed using the steering
button.

•

Snow / Wet - Provides a confident
handling driving experience during poor
weather. If your vehicle is equipped
with adaptive dampers, the suspension
delivers a balanced combination of
comfort and handling. Selectable
steering defaults to Normal but can be
changed using the steering button.

Using MyMode (If Equipped)

You can use MyMode to create a unique
drive mode.

To create or save MyMode, press the Pony
button on the steering wheel and access
the menu. See General Information
(page 88). The available systems display.
Select your desired settings using the
appropriate buttons and menus. Press and
hold OK to save your settings. MyMode is
added to the drive mode list and can be
selected the next time you drive your
vehicle.

Note: The system has diagnostic checks
that continuously monitor the system to
make sure it properly operates. If a mode is
unavailable due to a system fault or change
in gear position, the selected mode defaults
to Normal.

Note: Pre-Collision Assist is automatically
disabled when Track mode is selected. See
Pre-Collision Assist (page 180).

Note: If your vehicle is equipped with
adaptive dampers, the steering setting is
optimized to work with each drive mode.
Other steering settings may not be available.

Selectable Steering

Note: The steering setting defaults to
Normal if the battery is disconnected or
removed.

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Press the steering button on the
instrument panel to change the
steering feel. The first press

illuminates the selected mode, subsequent
presses change the selected mode.

Modes:
•

Normal - Default factory setting.

•

Sport - Slightly higher effort required
for steering with more road force felt
through the steering wheel.

•

Comfort - Slightly less effort required
for steering with less road force felt
through the steering wheel.

Note: A soft feedback bump in the steering
wheel may be felt after you make a
selection.

LOAD LIMIT

Vehicle Loading - with and
without a Trailer

This section guides you in the
proper loading of your vehicle,
trailer, or both. Keep your loaded
vehicle weight within its design
rating capability, with or without
a trailer. Properly loading your
vehicle provides maximum return
of vehicle design performance.
Before you load your vehicle,
become familiar with the
following terms for determining
your vehicle’s weight rating, with
or without a trailer, from the
vehicle’s Tire and Loading
Information label or Safety
Compliance Certification label.

Tire and Loading Label Information
Example:

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Payload

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PAYLOAD