Get Brakes Guide for Ford Mustang 2 Door Seventh Generation (2024-2026)

BRAKE PRECAUTIONS

Wet brakes result in reduced braking

efficiency. Gently press the brake pedal a

few times when leaving a car wash or

driving from standing water to dry the

brakes.

Note: Depending on applicable laws and

regulations in the country for which your

vehicle was originally built, your brake lamps

may flash during heavy braking. Following

this, your hazard lights may also flash when

your vehicle comes to a stop.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM

LIMITATIONS

The anti-lock braking system does not

eliminate the risk of crash when:

• You drive too closely to the vehicle in

front of you.

• Your vehicle is hydroplaning.

• You take corners too fast.

• The road surface is poor.

Note: If the system activates, the brake

pedal could pulse and travel further.

Maintain pressure on the brake pedal.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM

INDICATORS

This system helps you maintain steering

control during emergency stops by keeping

the brakes from locking.

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If the warning lamp illuminates

when you are driving, this

indicates a malfunction. Your

vehicle continues to have normal braking

without the anti-lock brake system

function. Have your vehicle checked as

soon as possible.

The warning lamp 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.

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. Move the transmission to park (P),

switch the engine off and apply the parking

brake. Inspect the accelerator pedal for

any interference. If none are found and the

condition persists, have your vehicle towed

to the nearest authorized dealer.

Note: Brake over accelerator will not

function in Drag and Track modes.

LOCATING THE BRAKE FLUID

RESERVOIR

See Under Hood Overview (page 288).

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.

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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.

1. Park your vehicle on a level surface.

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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 Brake Fluid

Specification (page 168).

BRAKE FLUID SPECIFICATION

Use fluid that meets the defined

specification and viscosity grade.

If you do not use fluid that meets the

defined specification and viscosity grade,

it could result in:

• Component damage that your vehicle

warranty does not cover.

• Reduced brake performance.

Note: We recommend you to use Dot 4 Low

Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid

meeting WSS-M6C65-A2 specifications or

ISO 4925 Class 6 standards. If you use any

fluid other than the recommended fluid, it

could cause reduced brake performance

and not meet our performance standards.

Keep brake fluid clean and dry.

Contamination with dirt, water, petroleum

products or other materials could result in

brake system damage and possible failure.

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Capacities

QuantityVariant

Fill as required.All.

Materials

SpecificationName

WSS-M6C65-A2Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor

Vehicle Brake Fluid(U.S.)

Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor

Vehicle Brake Fluid / Liquide de frein automobile

haute performance DOT 4 LV Motorcraft®(Canada)

PM-20(U.S. & Canada)

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.

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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.

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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.

Note: Lamps may vary depending on region.

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BRAKES – INFORMATION MESSAGES

DetailsMessage

The system has detected a fault that requires service. Have

your vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Check Brake System

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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

321).

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