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

BREAKING-IN

Tires

New tires need to be run-in for

approximately 500 km. During this time,

you may experience different driving

characteristics.

Brakes and Clutch

Avoid heavy use of the brakes and clutch

if possible for the first 150 km in town and

for the first 1,500 km on freeways.

Engine

Avoid driving too fast during the first

1,500 km. Vary your speed frequently and

change up through the gears early. Do not

labor the engine.

REDUCED ENGINE

PERFORMANCE

WARNING

If you continue to drive your vehicle

when the engine is overheating, the

engine could stop without warning.

Failure to follow this instruction could

result in the loss of control of your vehicle.

If the engine coolant temperature gauge

needle moves to the upper limit position,

the engine is overheating. See Gauges

(page 61).

You must only drive your vehicle for a short

distance if the engine overheats. The

distance you can travel depends on

ambient temperature, vehicle load and

terrain. The engine continues to operate

with limited power for a short period of

time.

If the engine temperature continues to rise,

the fuel supply to the engine reduces. The

air conditioning switches off and the engine

cooling fan operates continually.

1. Gradually reduce your speed and stop

your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do

so.

2. Immediately switch the engine off to

prevent severe engine damage.

3. Wait for the engine to cool down.

4. Check the coolant level. See Engine

Coolant Check (page 168).

5. Have your vehicle checked as soon as

possible.

ECONOMICAL DRIVING

The following helps to improve fuel

consumption:

• Regularly check your tire pressures and

make sure that they are inflated to the

correct pressure. See Technical

Specifications (page 205).

• Follow the recommended maintenance

schedule and carry out the

recommended checks.

• Plan your journey and check the traffic

before you set off.

• Avoid idling the engine in cold weather

or for extended periods. Start the

engine only when you are ready to set

off.

• Do not carry unnecessary weight in your

vehicle as extra weight wastes fuel.

• Do not add unnecessary accessories

to the exterior of your vehicle, for

example running boards. If you use a

roof rack, remember to fold it down or

remove it when not in use.

• Drive smoothly, accelerate gently and

anticipate the road ahead to avoid

heavy braking.

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Driving Hints

• Switch off all electric systems when

not in use, for example air conditioning.

Make sure that you unplug any

accessories from the auxiliary power

points when not in use.

• Use the highest drivable gear

appropriate for the road conditions.

COLD WEATHER

PRECAUTIONS

The functional operation of some

components and systems can be affected

at temperatures below -25°C.

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 bottom of the front

rocker area of your vehicle.

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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:

• Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the

brakes and to check that they work.

• Check that the horn works.

• Check that the exterior lights work.

• 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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Driving Hints

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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.

To remove the floor mat, reverse the

installation procedure.

Note: Regularly check the floor mats to

make sure they are secure.

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