Get Brakes Guide for Ford Mustang 2 Door Sixth Generation (2015-2023)

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 185).

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See Warning Lamps and

Indicators (page 63).

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. Switch the engine off, move the

transmission to park (P) and apply the

parking brake. Inspect the accelerator

pedal and the area around it for any items

or debris that may be obstructing its

mov 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.

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.

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If the brake warning lamp

illuminates with the parking

brake released, have your brake

system serviced immediately.

It 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.

HINTS ON DRIVING WITH

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES

The anti-lock braking 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 may 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

If your vehicle has a manual

transmission, shift into first or reverse

gear. If your vehicle has an automatic

transmission, shift into park (P).

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.

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:

1. Press and hold the button at the end

of the parking brake handle.

2. Pull the handle up slightly, then push

the handle down.

HILL START ASSIST

WARNINGS

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.

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WARNINGS

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.

The system turns off if there is a

malfunction or if you excessively rev

the engine.

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

1. 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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