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1. If you need to have your vehicle towed contact your roadside assistance center or a professional towing service It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or with flatbed equipment When towing with a flatbed 4x4 blocks must be used when loading unloading your vehicle Do not tow with a slingbelt Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur 27 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Wheel lift When towing the vehicle for front loading the front tires must be 16 in 41 cm higher than the rear When towing the vehicle for rear loading the rear tires must be 14 in 35 cm higher than the front 28 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies Flatbed The following diagram illustrates the maximum ramp angle allowable to load your vehicle on a flatbed Vehicle damage may occur with greater angles 1 36 in 91 cm 4x4 loading block 2 18 in 45 72 cm 4x4 loading block 3 11 5 maximum Securing the rear of the vehicle For flatbed towing secure the rear of the vehicle by using axle straps or lasso straps around the rear axle One strap is required on each side of the differential Note Using the standard T slot attachment can damage the side exitin2. Setup information RACING e 1 4 mile data including reaction fj 5 D time MODE ENTER EXIT e 0 60 mph times YON e 60 0 mph distances e Horsepower Note This reading will vary from advertised engine horsepower It includes losses through the drivetrain and other factors such as fuel octane wind weight road grade etc e Setup This gauge is intended for off road use only racetracks or other controlled courses or settings Real time mode The performance gauge calculates displays acceleration and G forces while in real time mode The customer is required to calibrate initialize the performance gauge to ensure proper acceleration measurements while in real time mode see Setup section At vehicle start up the performance gauge defaults to real time mode The gauge stays in real time mode until the user selects one of the other five operating modes The gauge returns to real time mode after exiting the operating modes In real time mode the gauge will display the driver s choice of acceleration deceleration or lateral g forces on an LED graph and display Acceleration forces will be displayed on the bar graph to the right of center Deceleration forces will be displayed on the bar graph to the left of center e Press B to change the display to the lateral axis e See bar graph forward lateral high low under Setup to change the range of g forces capable of being displayed on the LED Peak Recall While in any mode
3. USA fus Driving your Boss 302 ADVANCETRAC STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM AdvanceTrac sport mode The AdvanceTrac system provides an available sport mode specially calibrated for the Boss 302 and its unique performance characteristics This can be selected utilizing the stability control off switch While in AdvanceTrac sport mode the selected steering option will be overridden and placed in sport mode See the Driving section of the Owner s Guide for more information DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE THROUGH WATER The Boss 302 has aerodynamic devices attached to the underbody designed to help control airflow for superior performance Therefore the driver must be especially careful to avoid driving through deep or standing water If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable proceed very slowly Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the wheel rims Water may enter through the air intake due to the vacuum generated in the engine Damage caused by the intake of water in the engine is not covered by the warranty Refer to Tire information for more information GROUND CLEARANCE Because of low vehicle ground clearance use caution when approaching curbs curb stops from the front and rear as vehicle damage will occur Additionally when crossing speed bumps or driveway curbs Ford recommends approaching at a very low speed 19 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing
4. e Transmission cooling scoop 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Boss 302 Unique Features INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Standard cluster Metric cluster A VIII ss ku 1B 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Boss 302 Unique Features PERFORMANCE GAUGES Your vehicle may be equipped with a dash mounted gauge pack that contains oil pressure engine coolant temperature and performance gauges WARNING The performance gauge function should only be used while in a track environment The driver s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle only use this feature when it is safe to do so Oil pressure gauge measures oil pressure from 0 100 psi 0 689 kPa Note It is normal for the oil pressure to read high 80 100 psi 551 689 kPa during a cold start and may exceed 100 psi 689 kPa in some conditions The oil pressure gauge needle may also move quickly back and forth flutter in some conditions Engine coolant temperature gauge measures engine coolant temperature 100 260 F 88 127 C Note It is normal for the engine temperature needle to NOT point at 12 o clock for stabilized driving 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Boss 302 Unique Features Performance gauge performs the following functions e Real time mode measures G force acceleration Note Requires initial calibration See
5. the gauge will record the highest g force values for all four axes accel decel left and right e Press C to view these values e Press A to move to the next value e Press B to clear the value 10 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Boss 302 Unique Features The gauge will return to real time mode if no buttons are pressed for four seconds Peak g forces are displayed as shown below e PAC Peak Acceleration g Forces e PdC Peak Deceleration g Forces e PLG Peak Lateral Left g Forces e PrG Peak Lateral Right g Forces 1 4 mile mode To enter 1 4 mile mode do the following 1 Press MODE until 9tr is displayed 2 Make sure the vehicle is at a complete stop at the beginning of your course then press ENTER to confirm 3 The display will show CAL to indicate mode has been entered Do not move your vehicle while the gauge displays CAL or you will get false readings 4 Begin your 1 4 mile acceleration when the gauge lights the LED bar graph and the display reads Go Note If you have reaction time turned on in the Setup mode the display will change from CAL to trEE and the LED bar graph will change from yellow to red When the graph is fully lit the display will change to Go During 1 4 mile mode operation the gauge will calculate 1 4 mile time ET and speed mph reaction time if activated in the Setup mode and peak G s The 1 4 mile time
6. USA fus Driving your Boss 302 WASHING YOUR VEHICLE Do not drive your vehicle through an automated commercial car wash due to the vehicle s low ground clearance tire width and track width Wash your vehicle by hand or by using a touchless commercial wash with no mechanical tracks on the floor Do not use a commercial or high pressure wand on the striped surfaces or stripe edges TRAILER TOWING WARNING Never tow a trailer with this vehicle Your vehicle is not equipped to tow No towing packages are available through an authorized dealer 20 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Chassis SUSPENSION e MacPherson strut with L arm front suspension e 8 8 inch solid rear axle with limited slip differential 8 73 1 ratio Boss 302 e 34 6 x 4 4 mm tubular front stabilizer bar e 25 0 mm solid rear stabilizer bar e Tokico twin tube adjustable shocks and struts e 26 0 N mm front and 32 4 N mm rear coil springs Boss 302 with Laguna Seca package e 34 6 x 4 4 mm tubular front stabilizer bar e 26 0 mm solid rear stabilizer bar e Tokico twin tube adjustable shocks and struts e 24 0 N mm front and 33 5 N mm rear coil springs ADJUSTABLE SUSPENSION DAMPERS Your vehicle has adjustable suspension dampers The adjustment controls are located on top of the damping rods and can be adjusted with a small screwdriver Remove the cap to access the control for the front strut To access the rear
7. cooling kit M 2004 MB to improve brake cooling standard on Laguna Seca edition e Remove rear brake dust shields to improve brake cooling e Install Ford Racing transmission cooling scoop M 5025 MBR to improve transmission cooling standard on Laguna Seca edition e During extended track sessions in extreme temperatures or conditions your Boss 302 may require additional engine cooling actions If the water temperature warning light illuminates return to the paddock and let the vehicle return to normal operating temperature while idling before turning the engine off Prior to the next session remove your Boss 302 s upper grille from the front fascia This will allow more cooling air to the radiator and allow the car to run extended sessions in extreme heat Visit fordracing com for additional parts to further enhance the powertrain cooling on your Boss 302 e For extended track use Ford recommends installing a rear differential cooler to improve rear axle cooling e Remove vertical rear tire spoilers at rear edge of rocker moldings e The Ford Racing front splitter kit M 16601 MB standard on Laguna Seca edition can be installed to improve high speed vehicle stability and handling If the Ford Racing front splitter kit will be installed on a Boss 302 without the Laguna Seca package Ford recommends installing the Laguna Seca edition rear spoiler in place of the standard rear spoiler to maintain aerodynamic balance This front
8. shock pull the carpet back in the trunk area Then lift the trim panel and pull rearward to expose the adjustable suspension damper Position 1 has the lowest damping force which provides for a more comfortable ride Position 5 has the highest damping force which provides more responsive handling Position 2 is the factory setting shown in graphic Left and right dampers should always be set to the same dial position Front and rear can be adjusted independently to change vehicle response 21 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Tire Information WHEELS Your Boss 302 is equipped with unique wheels matched to the tires These wheels are more susceptible to damage due to their diameter width and low profile tires To avoid damage to your wheels e Maintain proper tire pressure see Tires in this supplement e Do not drive your vehicle through an automated commercial car wash due to the vehicle s low ground clearance tire width and track width Wash your vehicle by hand or by using a touchless commercial wash with no mechanical tracks on the floor e When installing wheels always torque lug nuts to specification with a torque wrench Inspect your wheels for damage on a regular basis If a wheel is damaged replace it immediately e In the event that you encounter an abnormally harsh impact inspect the outer edge of your wheels both inside and out for damage Operating at hi
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10. 8 000 lb 3629 kg 5 When the correct value is reached press B to confirm 6 To exit and return to real time display press EXIT C button A lower than actual weight setting will result in a lower than expected horsepower reading The opposite is true with a higher than actual weight setting Bar graph forward high setting The bar graph forward high mode allows you to adjust the G force scale for forward acceleration as shown on the gauge when operating on the forward axis in real time mode For example if you set the bGFH to 1g when the bar is fully lit on the right hand acceleration side the vehicle is achieving 1g of acceleration force or more To select bar graph forward high mode enter Setup then press the A button until bGFH is displayed Press ENTER to confirm The current setting should be displayed and can be adjusted up and down from 3 to 2 0 G s using the A and C buttons When the desired result is displayed press ENTER to confirm The bar graph high setting is preset to 0 7G Bar graph forward low setting The bar graph forward low mode allows you to adjust the G force scale for rearward acceleration deceleration or braking as shown on the gauge when operating on the forward axis in real time mode For example if you set the bGFL to 1g when the bar is fully lit on the left hand deceleration side the vehicle is achieving 1g of force or more during braking 16 2012 05 Mustang 197
11. AC is displayed Press ENTER to confirm The display will then read on if reaction time feature is enabled or oFF if it is disabled e To enable reaction time press A To disable press C When the desired result is displayed press ENTER to confirm Start G s The Starting G s setting allows the customer to adjust the sensitivity of the accelerometer within the performance gauge This setting affects how quickly the gauge detects movement of the vehicle when determining vehicle start time Too low of a setting may result in false starts due to engine vibration Too high of a setting may result in the gauge not properly detected at the start of the run The gauge has been optimally programmed to 0 7 G s for this vehicle 17 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Boss 302 Unique Features Display on off This allows the customer to turn on off the performance gauge LED bar graph and seven segment displays To enable Display on off simultaneously hold down buttons A and C to turn off the display The gauge will display DOFF before turning off the display To exit Display on off press any of the three front panel buttons The gauge will then momentarily display DON and then enter the Real time operating mode The LED bar graph and seven segment display will be turned off The Ford oval will be illuminated during display off 18 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing
12. C and below depending on tire surface and weather conditions See your Ford dealer for recommended tires in these conditions 23 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Tire Information e The Boss 302 with Laguna Seca Package is equipped with ultra high performance dry weather only summer tires that provide superior steering and handling WARNING If equipped with the Laguna Seca Package never drive with these tires in any wet conditions rain snow ice etc because they cannot channel water away and will slide risking serious injury e Do not use tire chains on the original wheels and tires of your vehicle The use of any type of tire chain on these tires may damage your vehicle e Always maintain your tire pressures according to the tire information placard on the driver s door jamb using an accurate gauge e Tire pressures are specified cold and should be checked after the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours Do not reduce pressure of warm tires e Check your tire pressure often to maintain it properly Tire pressure can diminish over time and fluctuate with temperature e Do not overload your vehicle Maximum vehicle and axle weights are listed on the tire information placard e Extra caution should be taken when operating the vehicle near its maximum load including assuring proper tire pressure and reducing speeds e Extra caution should be taken when operating on rough roa
13. Introduction Welcome Boss 302 history Breaking in your vehicle Boss 302 Unique Features Unique features Performance gauges Driving your Boss 302 AdvanceTrac Driving through water Ground clearance Washing your vehicle Chassis Tire Information Wheel lug nut torque Roadside Emergencies Wrecker towing Maintenance and Specifications Battery Engine oil Refill capacities Engine drivebelt 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Table of Contents Ot gt CO on BD 19 19 19 20 21 22 22 27 27 30 31 31 32 35 Table of Contents Track Use Preparation 37 Warranty Coverage 40 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation Copyright 2011 Ford Motor Company 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Introduction WELCOME Congratulations on your decision to purchase the latest from Ford the Boss 302 If you ve owned or leased a Ford product in the past we re glad you re back If this is your first Ford vehicle welcome to the Ford family We are confident that our dedication to performance quality craftsmanship and customer service will ensure man
14. Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Boss 302 Unique Features To select bar graph forward low mode enter Setup then press the A button until bGFL is displayed Press ENTER to confirm The current setting should be displayed and can be adjusted up and down from 3 to 2 0 G s using the A and C buttons When the desired result is displayed press ENTER to confirm The bar graph low setting is preset to 0 7G Bar graph lateral setting The bar graph lateral mode allows you to adjust the G force scale for lateral acceleration cornering as shown on the gauge when operating on the lateral axis in real time mode For example if you set the bGL to 1g when the bar is fully lit on either side the vehicle is achieving 1g of force or more during cornering To select bar graph lateral mode enter Setup then press A until bGL is displayed Press ENTER to confirm The current setting should be displayed and can be adjusted up and down from 3 to 2 0 G s using the A and C buttons When the desired result is displayed press ENTER to confirm Reaction time Enabling this function allows the gauge to test your reaction time while in the 1 4 mile mode only With reaction time on the gauge will perform a dragstrip Christmas Tree start and then measure the time it takes between when it displays Go and when the vehicle starts to move e To enable or disable reaction time enter Setup mode and press A until rE
15. ag strip timer as the gauge will start the timer the instant the car moves A zero roll out will be the most accurate indication of how long it takes your car to cover a standing 1 4 mile Increasing your roll out distance will decrease the ET readings that the gauge will display as you are giving your vehicle a head start up to 18 inches before the timer starts To select roll out 1 Enter Setup mode then press A until UL65 is displayed 2 Press B to confirm The number displayed represents roll out distance in inches and may be adjusted from 0 to 18 3 Press A to increase the value shown Press C to decrease 4 Press ENTER to confirm your setting when the desired roll out value is displayed 15 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Boss 302 Unique Features Vehicle weight Accurate weight is necessary for the gauge to make a valid horsepower calculation The vehicle weight has been preset to 3830 Ib 1737 kg To enter modify vehicle weight do the following 1 Repeatedly press the MODE button until SUP is displayed 2 Press ENTER to confirm 3 Press A until ULBS is displayed 4 Press ENTER to confirm The value displayed is total vehicle weight in pounds lb To increase the value either press or press and hold the A button To decrease press or press and hold the C button Weight is adjusted in ten pound increments and can be set to any value from 500 lb 227 kg to
16. confirm or press C to exit If you need to exit 1 4 mile mode before accelerating press the C button The gauge will also timeout exit 1 4 mile mode if Go is displayed for more than 60 seconds e You may view your previous 1 4 mile results at any time by entering 1 4 mile mode and then press C to view your results e The gauge returns to real time mode when exiting this 1 4 mile mode 0 60 mph mode To select 0 60 mph mode press the MODE button until 0 60 is displayed Make sure the vehicle is at a complete stop at the beginning of your course and then press ENTER to confirm The display will show CAL to indicate mode has been entered Do not move vehicle while CAL is displayed or you will obtain false readings During 0 60 mph mode the gauge will determine your vehicle s 0 60 mph acceleration time in seconds and also G force Once Go is displayed and LED bar lit accelerate your vehicle to 60 mph During acceleration the gauge will display increasing mph When 60 mph has been reached the gauge will flash LED bar and display Lrun At this time bring your vehicle to a stop in a controlled fashion for the gauge to view your results To view your results press the B button To save your results as your new best press A once to display SAVE then press B to confirm Saving a run as your new best run will overwrite your previous best run The gauge will automatically save overwrite your last run f
17. d front and rear spoilers racy side stripes a matte black hood and even rear window louvers but it was performance that really helped sell the cars The Boss 302 dazzled the enthusiast press established a new level of interest in Ford performance and became a force to be reckoned with on the racetrack The Boss 302 was edged out of winning the 1969 Trans Am racing series in the car s inaugural season But Parnelli Jones and George Follmer piloted their Boss 302 Mustangs to the victory circle more than any other team in the hotly contested 1970 campaign giving Ford the manufacturer s championship all while the road going versions were building street cred 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Introduction The Boss 302 s DNA of a unique 5 0 liter powertrain superlative handling and a direct link to racing had built a legacy over the years that has come to epitomize what a high performance Mustang is all about To Ford s credit no new Mustang would wear that name again until such time that the factory could put together all three race inspired ingredients in a way that remains true to the Boss 302 s heritage That time is now Today the Boss 302 Mustang rides again for 2012 both in name and the spirit of the original Our thanks to Knudsen for the Boss Mustang legend and to Shinoda for the looks and even the name itself And now our thanks go to the men and women at Ford who hav
18. d to date over the five different platform generations covering the past five decades there is arguably one high performance model that stands above the rest in both reverence and respect among enthusiasts racers and collectors alike That s the Boss 302 Many consider the 1969 70 model years to be the high water mark of the so called Muscle Car era Semon E Bunkie Knudsen was hired as president in an effort to pump new blood into the Ford Motor Company product pipeline Bunkie set out to secure Ford corporate bragging rights once and for all with an all new racing inspired Mustang model Knudsen wanted a Mustang race car to champion a hot new Ford small block V 8 that could power a competitive entry in the Trans Am road racing series So he tagged designer Larry Shinoda with the task of designing what a production version of the new race car should look like Knudsen had ordered that his new road racing Mustang not only be powerful but also that it should be absolutely the best handling street car available on the American market Shinoda came up with racy looks for the new Mustangs that he was designing for the boss which was how he referred to Knudsen Both the styling of the Boss car and the name stuck Enter the 1969 Boss 302 built to compete in the performance car arena The Boss 302 was built so that Ford could go out and win in Trans Am racing Shinoda s design for the Boss 302 include
19. ds to avoid impacts that could cause tire damage e In the event that you encounter an abnormally harsh impact inspect your tires for damage e Inspect your tires for damage on a regular basis If a tire is damaged replace it immediately e Proper suspension alignment is critical for maximum performance and optimal tire wear If you notice uneven tire wear have your alignment checked 24 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Tire Information e When replacing tires the only way to ensure original performance is to use the original equipment tire If a different tire is used it should be the same size speed rating and load rating and be replaced as a set of four Never mix tire brands WARNING Snow tires must be the same size load index speed rating as those originally provided by Ford Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death Additionally the use of non recommended tires and wheels could cause steering suspension axle or transfer case power transfer unit failure Winter driving The original equipment tires on your Boss 302 are designed for high performance steering and handling They are not designed for winter use on ice or snow and cannot be used with snow chains If you will be operating your vehicle in these condition
20. duce the front damper setting by one position until the Boss 302 turns in on those rough portions e If the rear of the car is skipping over bumps during corner exit so that the driver has to reduce throttle input reduce the rear damper setting by one position until the driver can apply appropriate throttle 39 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Warranty Coverage WARRANTY COVERAGE The Boss 302 carries the same warranty as other Ford Mustang models This information is covered in its entirety in the Ford Motor Company Warranty Guide The three unique Laguna Seca Package high performance parts front splitter front brake cooling kit and transmission cooling scoop are intended for track use and have no warranty coverage Warranty service for the Boss 302 can be obtained at any Ford dealer nationwide Ford does not recommend modifying or racing Ford vehicles as they are designed and built to be driven as delivered from the factory The Ford Motor Company Warranty Guide discusses vehicle usage and the installation of aftermarket parts and their effect on warranty coverage Please see the Warranty Guide for complete information In the event the vehicle is intended for track use and the loss of warranty coverage is not of concern the following vehicle durability modification is required e Ford recommends that you change your axle lubricant and friction modifier after the initial first hour of
21. e following steps must be performed on a closed course not on public roads e Burnish 30 burnish stops at 60 0 mph 96 0 km h 0 4g deceleration one mile 1 6 km between stops If the vehicle has more than 200 miles 822 km on the brakes skip this step and proceed to the Fade stops Fade 20 fade stops at 65 0 mph 105 0 km h 0 85g deceleration or just below ABS activity no dwell between stops e Cool down Minimum of five mile 8 km cool down route if on public roads no brakes run at 60 mph 96 km h Recovery 30 recovery stops at 60 0 mph 96 0 km h 0 4 g deceleration one mile 1 6 km between stops e Cool down Minimum of five mile 8 km cool down route if on public roads no brakes run at 60 mph 96 km h 38 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Track Use Preparation Damper adjustment recommendations e Boss 302 Set all four dampers to position 5 for all tracks e Boss 302 Laguna Seca edition Set front dampers to position 5 and set the rear dampers to position 8 4 or 5 depending on how smooth the track is or how much curbing the driver likes to use e Ona rough track set the rear dampers to position 3 e Ona smooth track with aggressive apex curbs set the rear dampers to position 4 but only if the driver uses those curbs e Onasmooth track with mild FIA type apex curbs set the rear dampers to position 5 e If the turn in portions of the track are rough re
22. e worked so hard to make sure that the new Boss 302 is a legitimately worthy race bred successor of a Mustang performance legend John M Clor Author Mustang Dynasty BREAKING IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle requires a break in period Drive your new vehicle at least 100 miles 160 km before performing extended wide open throttle maneuvers and at least 1 000 miles 1 600 km before performance competition conditions Vary your speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Boss 302 Unique Features UNIQUE FEATURES Boss 302 Boss 302 high performance V8 engine Forged pistons and rods Runners in the box intake manifold CNC machined high flow ported aluminum cylinder heads Steel backed high RPM clutch Unique steering tuning Unique chassis tuning with manually adjustable dampers Brembo four piston front brakes with unique high performance rear brake pads Low expansion brake hoses Unique grille front lower fascia and rear lower fascia Unique hood stripes and body side stripes Boss 302 interior package with unique interior finish panels and instrument cluster Recaro seats optional Quad exhaust with rear and side exiting pipes Unique staggered width 19x9 inch and 19x9 5 inch wheels with summer only performance tires 3 73 rear axle ratio with limited slip optional Torsen differential High performance radiator and engine
23. eration the gauge will display increasing mph When slightly more than 60 mph has been reached the gauge will flash LED bar and display StoP At this time bring your vehicle to a stop in a controlled fashion for the gauge to calculate your braking distance You must reach or exceed 60 mph stopping the vehicle before StoP is displayed on the gauge will not allow results to be calculated and displayed Note If the performance gauge does not correctly display your 60 0 stopping distance cancel the run by pressing the C button and perform the vehicle calibration procedure see the Vehicle Calibration section then retry the 60 0 mph mode When 0 mph has been reached the gauge will display donE followed by your results for 60 0 mph braking distance The result is displayed in feet To view your results again press B To save your results as your new best press A once to display SAVE then press B to confirm Saving a run as your new best run will overwrite erase your previous best run The gauge will automatically save overwrite your last run file each time you make a new pass To view your best run repeatedly press A until brun is displayed and then press B to view To view the difference between your last run and your best run press A until dIFF is displayed and then press enter to view To exit to Real time mode press A until donE is displayed then press B to confirm or just press the EXIT butto
24. g exhaust 29 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications BOSS 302 V8 ENGINE Battery Engine oil dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil filler cap Windshield washer reservoir filler cap o n oan wd kr Power distribution box 30 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Boss 302 engine Engine drivebelt JK6 678 Lightweight battery BXT 96R 500 ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION Use Motorcraft SAE 5W 50 full synthetic or an equivalent SAE 5W 50 full synthetic oil meeting Ford specification WSS M2C931 B Do not use supplemental engine oil additives cleaners or other engine treatments They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information 31 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus V 8SITOGW ALSU e IX V G6TOGIN ISM TO OVIMGLAX VVdA6N8W SSA epeueg q g DAD SM q DA TI TEGOGN SSA LD OSME 0X IV GODIW SSM 10 V GIDIW SSAM O T Wd uor e ougro ds pio Jequinu j1ed pIo 19 09 suoyes 0 91 JOTJIPOW UOT SATNPPY ZO g JUBOLQNT 9 XV Jeay 3r uqu s ooueu1OJ1BJ Tr USTH OPT MSL squid 0 9 AVS Yeso1
25. gh speeds Your Boss 302 is capable of high speeds and is equipped with tires rated for the vehicle s maximum speed electronically limited to 155 mph 250 km h Remember to drive safely obey all traffic laws and only operate your vehicle at high speeds at locations equipped and designed to do so safely Before operating your vehicle at high speeds e Ensure correct tire pressures see Tires in this supplement e Inspect wheels and tires for wear and damage Replace any damaged wheels or tires e Do not operate your vehicle at high speeds with more than two passengers or while carrying cargo Wheel lug nut torque specifications Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles 800 km after any wheel disturbance tire rotation changing a flat tire wheel removal etc Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Tire Information WARNING When a wheel is installed always remove any corrosion dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel Ensure that any fasteners that attach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do not interfere with the mounting surfaces of the wheel Installing wheels without correct metal to metal contact a
26. he radial bar graph and display GO Launch your vehicle in a manner using moderate steady acceleration with a goal of reaching 15 mph in three to four seconds with 3 1 2 seconds as your goal Accelerate forward shifting smoothly if necessary When finished with the calibration procedure the gauge will display DONE for three seconds and then return to Real Time mode Accelerating too aggressively or too passively in the vehicle calibration mode will result in an in complete or inaccurate calibration It is very important while performing the acceleration part of the vehicle calibration that the vehicle not bounce up and down or move side to side During this calibration process DO NOT spin the tires slide the vehicle sideways powershift lug jerk bounce or turn the vehicle Doing so will cause an incorrect calibration and you will need to repeat the calibration process To check your calibration change your display to Real Time Lateral mode see Real Time mode When you accelerate and brake in a straight line you should see very minimal if any lateral G force displayed If you do repeat the calibration process as outlined above If problem persists contact Auto Meter tech support for further assistance Roll out This function only affects the 1 4 mile function Roll out is the distance that your vehicle travels before the 1 4 mile timer ET starts With a roll out of zero the gauge will give you a slower ET reading than a dr
27. high speed operation or if the vehicle is subjected to track or competition conditions thereafter changing the axle lubricant and friction modifier every 12 hours under these conditions e Ford recommends you change your oil and filter after your vehicle is subjected to track and or competition conditions Additionally perform multi point inspection and the maintenance outlined in the 150 000 mile 240 000 km normal maintenance schedule of the scheduled maintenance information after track use Refer to the vehicle service manual for removal and installation procedures Replace with Genuine Ford and Motorcraft service parts as needed These modifications may not necessarily protect your engine from damage in competition conditions Subjecting your vehicle to competition conditions even with these proposed modifications may render repairs non reimbursable under the warranty 40 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus
28. ile each time you make a new pass To view your best run press A until brun is displayed and then press B to view To view the difference between your last run and your best run press A until dIFF is displayed and then press enter to view To exit to Real time mode press A until donE is displayed then press B to confirm or press EXIT You may view results at any time by entering 0 60 Mode and then pressing C to display results When is Go displayed 0 60 mode may be exited prior to beginning acceleration by pressing EXIT 0 60 mode will time out and return to Real time mode if acceleration is not started one minute after Go is displayed 12 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Boss 302 Unique Features 60 0 mph mode To select 60 0 mph mode press the MODE button until 60 0 is displayed Make sure the vehicle is at a complete stop at the beginning of your course and then press ENTER to confirm The display will show CAL to indicate mode has been entered Do not move vehicle while CAL is displayed or you will obtain false readings During 60 0 mph mode the gauge will determine your vehicle s 60 0 mph braking distance in feet You will need to accelerate your vehicle from 0 to 60 mph and then safely bring your vehicle to a stop for the gauge to make these calculations Once Go is displayed and LED bar lit accelerate your vehicle to 60 mph During accel
29. n You may view results at any time by entering 60 0 Mode and then pressing C to display results 60 0 mode may be exited prior to beginning acceleration by pressing the EXIT button 60 0 mode will time out and return to Real time mode if acceleration is not started one minute after Go is displayed 13 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Boss 302 Unique Features Horsepower mode Note This reading will vary from advertised engine horsepower It includes losses through the drivetrain and other factors such as fuel octane wind weight road grade etc In order to obtain the most accurate numbers it is important that the correct vehicle weight be stored in the gauge see Setup section The gauge has been preset with the weight preset to 3830 Ib 1737 kg and should be modified as needed To select horsepower mode do the following 1 Press MODE until HP horsepower is displayed 2 Make sure the vehicle is at a complete stop at the beginning of your course then press ENTER to confirm The display will show CAL to indicate mode has been entered When the display reads Go 1 Lightly accelerate your vehicle through first gear 2 Shift between gears at approximately halfway to redline 3 In second gear ideally at 2 000 rpm accelerate under full throttle up to but not exceeding the engine redline 4 Let off the accelerator and safely stop the vehicle to view your results
30. oil cooler AdvanceTrac stability enhancement system with sport mode specifically calibrated and race track tuned Refer to the Driving section in your Owner s Guide for more information TRACKEY After delivery your Ford dealer can reprogram your engine control module to use the red key as a zeaekxev Once enabled the zzacerxey provides optimal racetrack performance via a unique engine calibration See http www trackey ford com for more information 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Boss 302 Unique Features Boss 302 with Laguna Seca Package e Unique Laguna Seca chassis tuning with manually adjustable dampers e Unique steering tuning e Performance gauge package Rear seat delete creating a two seat configuration with added brace for improved body stiffness e Boss 302 interior package with standard Recaro seats Unique staggered width 19x9 inch and 19x10 inch wheels with R compound summer only performance tires e 3 73 rear axle ratio with standard Torsen differential e Unique red body interior accents Additional Ford Racing parts e Front splitter track use only see Warranty information for more details The front splitter included in the Laguna Seca Package is intended for race track use only and is not legal for on street driving It may degrade crash performance and void the vehicle warranty The front splitter must be installed by the customer e Front brake cooling kit
31. once redline has been reached 5 The gauge will display your horsepower results Press B to view your results again See the section on viewing best run last run etc results Setup mode There are eight parameters that can be adjusted in Setup mode To select Setup mode do the following 1 Press the mode button until Sup is displayed 2 Press the enter button to confirm 3 Press the exit C button to exit setup mode Vehicle calibration Performing this operation will be necessary in order to obtain correct readings from the performance gauge while operating in real time mode and performance modes The vehicle calibration function allows the gauge to determine its angle pitch and general location in your vehicle and to compensate accordingly allowing you to mount it virtually anywhere in any position and still get accurate readings To select vehicle calibration mode enter Setup as described above then press the A button until VCAL is displayed then press ENTER to confirm REDY should display Bring the vehicle to a complete stop on a flat and level surface and then press ENTER HOLD will display At 14 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Boss 302 Unique Features this point the gauge is taking a stationary reading Do not move the vehicle at this time or your calibration will be incorrect and you will need to re calibrate Next the gauge will light all LEDs on t
32. r does not start until the vehicle starts accelerating unless you have reaction time enabled If reaction time is enabled the timer starts when Go is displayed Accelerate through the entire 1 4 mile distance in order for the gauge to provide you with results During 1 4 mile acceleration the gauge will display an increasing number which is your calculated speed in mph When the 1 4 mile distance has been reached the gauge will display Lrun last run followed by rt reaction time if enabled Et elapsed time and SPEd speed at the end of the 1 4 mile The gauge will display results once and then display Lrun and flash a bar graph e To review your results again press B The gauge will display your reaction time elapsed time 1 4 mile speed and peak G s e To save your results as your new best press A to display SAVE then press B to confirm Note Saving a run as your new best run will overwrite your previous best run The gauge will automatically save overwrite your stored last run each time you make a new pass 11 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Boss 302 Unique Features e To view your best run press A until brun is displayed then press B to view e To view the difference between your last run and your best run press A until dIFF is displayed then press ENTER to view To exit 1 4 mile mode press A until donE is displayed then press B to
33. s winter or all season tires must be used Do not operate your vehicle above posted speed limits and never perform high speed driving with winter tires even in clear dry driving conditions Tire rotation Because your vehicle is equipped with unique larger tires on the rear wheels you can only rotate the tires side to side You must not rotate tires in a crisscross pattern or front to rear If you notice that the tires wear unevenly have them checked The tires on your Boss 302 should be rotated every 5 000 miles 8 000 km This will help your tires wear more evenly providing better tire performance and longer tire life 25 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Tire Information The optional Laguna Seca Package tires 255 40ZR19 front 285 35ZR19 rear are directional Tire rotation is not recommended for directional 7 Il e Boss 302 non Laguna Seca tire rotation front tires at the top of the diagram e Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires e If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation e After having your tires rotated inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements lt 26 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Roadside Emergencies WRECKER TOWING
34. splitter is intended for race track use only and is not legal for on street driving It may degrade crash performance and void the vehicle warranty The front splitter must be installed by the customer 37 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Track Use Preparation For track sessions it is recommended to run 41 psi 283 kPa hot for the OEM tires front and rear e Depending on track temperature ambient temperature and driving style you may need to reduce the starting tire pressure by as much as 4 psi 27 kPa e The starting pressure may be lower in the rear tires relative to the front tires to achieve 41 psi 283 kPa hot e Reset tire pressures to placard recommended pressures before leaving the track e For improved track performance Ford recommends lt lt z lt v available through Ford Racing See your local Ford dealer or go to http www trackey ford com for more information M 14204 MBTKA Your Boss 302 is equipped from the factory with Brembo 4 piston front calipers and unique high performance rear brake pads that will provide excellent performance under normal driving conditions Ford recommends the following bedding procedure for race track driving be followed Note Restore the vehicle to factory specifications prior to driving on public roads Brake burnishing procedure for race track driving If the vehicle has to be driven on a track racing or in severe driving conditions th
35. t the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in motion resulting in loss of control IMPORTANT TIRE INFORMATION Your vehicle is equipped with unique wheels and tires designed to enhance performance To continue providing this performance extra care must be taken when operating and maintaining your vehicle Wheels and tires Boss 302 19 in x 9 0 in front 19 in x 9 5 in rear cast aluminum wheels 255 40ZR19 front 285 35ZR19 rear tires Boss 302 with 19 in x 9 0 in front 19 in x 10 0 in rear Laguna Seca lightweight cast aluminum wheels Package 255 40ZR19 front 285 35ZR19 rear tires ultra high performance Tires Your Boss 302 is equipped with low profile high performance tires that are designed to optimize the car s driving dynamics These tires are not optimized for off road or winter snow or cold weather performance and their ride noise and wear characteristics are different than non performance tires Also because of their lower profile the tires are more susceptible to damage due to potholes and rough roads To ensure that your tires perform as intended it is important that you maintain your tires properly e The Boss 302 and Boss 302 with Laguna Seca Package original equipment tires are optimized for maximum steering and handling performance Ford does not recommend using these tires in cold temperatures of approximately 40 F 5
36. ue1q 4 pwe q g V 48 0X0 SM oJenusouoj SM V ZE DZ JoUSeA DI TUSDUIA UN oIJeTDLIOJOWN 3 _ PMIJ uorssrursuear O 002OZIN GSA renuey amu ym SO GSWN LX IMA oeo Jequinu aed pIo JO oureu Ied pI0 7 p amb a se mq pmy reusem DI TNISDUIA e99 PME sjrenb G4 z uoIsstwsuel enuen 33 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications USING THE RIGHT BULBS Headlamp DRIVETRAIN Rear axle 8 8 in solid rear axle with limited slip differential 3 73 1 ratio Driveshaft 2 piece steel Transmission MT82 6 speed manual with integral clutch housing Gear ratios 3 32 ENGINE INFORMATION Configuration 90 degree V8 Aluminum block Aluminum high flow cylinder heads Engine weight 444 Ib 201 kg 3 63 x 3 65 inches 34 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications Valve train Compact RFF roller finger followers Four valves per cylinder Twin independent variable Ignition system 1 5 4 8 6 3 7 2 Throttle body Pistons Forged aluminum Crankshaft Fully counterweighted forged steel Connecting rods High strength forged powder metal floating pin Intake manifold Runners in a box composite Exhaust manifolds Pulse separated stainless steel tubular headers Engine drivebelt routing 1 Short drivebelt is on first pulley groove closest to engine 2 Long drivebelt is on second p
37. ulley groove farthest from engine 35 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Maintenance and Specifications REAR SEAT DELETE PANELS IF EQUIPPED In the event of battery failure you can access the trunk area by doing the following 1 Remove the two top fasteners by turning them counterclockwise O 2 Remove the trunk access panel located behind the cross brace by pulling it slightly down while pushing it rearward toward the trunk To remove the rear floor panel do the following 1 Remove the two top fasteners by turning them counterclockwise 2 Lift the top of the two bottom fasteners with a flat end screwdriver then remove them located behind the cross brace by 1 pulling it slightly down while pushing it rearward toward the trunk B 3 Remove the rear floor panel JI 4 Remove the trunk access panel t 4 36 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Track Use Preparation TRACK PREPARATION The Boss 302 and Boss 302 Laguna Seca edition have been rigorously proven out on race tracks Below are recommendations for optimizing your Boss 302 for a track day event e For optimal performance premium fuel is recommended e Change brake fluid to Super DOT 4 to improve track performance of braking system WSS M6C65 A2 Ford part number YS4Z 19542 AA e Install Ford Racing front brake
38. y miles of exhilarating safe and comfortable driving in your new Boss 302 Your choice of a Ford product is an intelligent and informed one Ford strives to build engaging vehicles that involve the driver in every aspect of the driving experience Although performance is at the heart of every Ford vehicle we go much further Our goal is to deliver a comprehensive complete vehicle sweating the details such as the sound of the exhaust the quality of the interior materials and the functionality and the comfort of the seats to ensure that the driver enjoys not only exceptional performance but an outstanding driving environment as well In the Boss 302 that philosophy is expressed by a sophisticated powertrain outstanding chassis dynamics and significant interior and exterior enhancements This supplement complements your Mustang Owner s Guide and provides information specific to the Boss 302 By referring to the pages listed in this supplement you can identify those features recommendations and specifications unique to your new vehicle If there are any discrepancies between this supplement and the Mustang Owner s Guide this supplement shall supersede the information found in the Mustang Owner s Guide 3 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 2nd Printing USA fus Introduction BOSS 302 HISTORY The Ford Mustang isn t just a car it s an American automotive icon And of the more than 9 million Mustangs sol
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