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Traction Control

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Introduction — 1Quick Reference — 1Child restraint systems — 1Seat belts — 1Supplemental Restraint System. Function Description. Driver Airbag. Passenger Airbag — 1Supplemental Restraint System. Occupant Classification System. Side Airbags. Driver and Passenger Knee Airbag — 1Restraint System. Side Airbags - Coupe. Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator — 1Pedestrian Protection — 1Keys and remote transmitters — 1MyKey™ — 1Doors and Locks. Locking and Unlocking — 1Doors and Locks. Keyless Entry — 1Safety — 1Steering wheel — 1Wiper/Washer System — 1Lighting — 1Windows and Mirrors — 1Instrument cluster. Displays — 1Instrument cluster. Warning lights and displays. Audible warnings and messages — 1Information Displays — 1Air conditioning — 5Seats — 1Auxiliary Power Outlets — 1Storage Area — 1Starting the Engine. General Information. Keyless Start System. Steering Wheel Lock — 1Starting the Engine. Starting the Gasoline Engine — 1Starting the Engine. Engine Block Heater — 1Fuel and Refueling. Safety Information. Fuel Quality — 1Fuel and Refueling. Running the Fuel System Dry — 1Fuel and Refueling. Catalytic Converter. Refueling. Fuel Consumption — 1Transmission — 1Rear axle — 1Brakes — 1Traction Control — 1Stability Control — 1Parking Aid. Function Description. Rear Parking Aid — 1Parking Assist. Rear View Camera — 1Cruise control — 1Driver Assistance — 1Carrying Cargo — 1Towing — 1Convertible Top — 1Driving Notes — 1Emergency equipment. Hazard warning lights. Fuel shut-off — 1Emergency equipment. Jump-starting the vehicle — 1Emergency Equipment. Accident Notification System. Transporting the Vehicle. Towing Points — 1Fuses — 1Maintenance — 12Vehicle Care. Exterior Cleaning — 1Vehicle Care. Interior Cleaning — 1Vehicle care. Cleaning leather seats. Repairing minor paint damage. Cleaning alloy wheels. Cleaning the convertible top. — 1Wheels and tires — 10Technical data — 1Audio System. General Information. Audio Unit - Vehicles Equipped with Premium AM/FM/CD. Digital Broadcasting — 1Audio System. USB Port — 1SYNC™ 3 — 14Appendices. Electromagnetic Compatibility — 1Appendix. License Agreement — 1Appendix. Type Approvals — 1
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Traction Control on the Ford Mustang (6th Gen) prevents loss of traction through targeted braking and engine intervention. This chapter describes system behavior on slippery road surfaces and provides guidance on temporarily turning the system off, for example in snow or mud. It also explains the meaning of warning lights and how the system works together with Stability Control. Drivers who enjoy spirited driving but still value safety will benefit from this clear overview.

Function Description

Traction Control helps prevent wheel spin and loss of traction.

If the vehicle begins to skid, the system brakes each individual wheel and, if necessary, reduces engine power at the same time. If the wheels spin when accelerating on a slippery or unpaved surface, the system reduces engine power to improve traction.

Using Traction Control

WARNING

The Stability Control and Traction Control indicator light stays on when the system detects a fault. Make sure Traction Control has not been turned off manually with the switch. If the Stability Control and Traction Control indicator light remains on, have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately.

If you drive the vehicle with Traction Control turned off, there is a higher risk of losing control of the vehicle, which may result in a rollover and serious or fatal injury.

The system turns on automatically each time the ignition is switched on.

If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud or snow, it may help to turn off Traction Control to allow the wheels to spin.

Note: When you turn off Traction Control, Stability Control remains fully active.

Turning the System Off

The Stability Control and Traction Control switch is located in the instrument panel.

When you turn the system off, a message and an indicator symbol are shown in the instrument cluster.

Press the switch again to return Traction Control to normal operation.

Your vehicle may have MyKey restrictions for this feature. See Function Description.

System Indicator Lights and Messages

In the following cases, the Traction Control indicator light comes on when the engine starts and then flashes:

  • When one of the systems intervenes while driving.
  • When a problem occurs in one of the systems.

In the following cases, the Stability Control Off indicator light comes on briefly when the engine starts and then stays on:

  • When you turn off Traction Control.
  • Another stability control mode has been selected.

Traction Control on the Ford Mustang (6th Gen, 2014–2023) provides optimal grip in challenging road conditions. The 2014–2023 Ford Mustang prevents wheel spin through targeted braking and engine intervention, enhancing driving safety.

The ability to turn the system off when needed offers flexibility in special situations, such as freeing the vehicle from snow or mud. The sixth-generation Ford Mustang combines sporty performance with state-of-the-art safety and driver-assistance technology.

This system supports the goal of the Ford Mustang (6th Gen, 2014–2023) to optimally combine performance and control in every driving situation.

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