What is Ford line lock?

Ford Line Lock
Ford Line Lock is a feature available on Ford Mustang models that allows the front brakes to lock independently of the rear brakes, enabling the driver to perform controlled burnouts or brake stands. The Line Lock feature was first introduced in 2015 on the Mustang GT and later on the GT350. It is now standard on every model of the 2018 Ford Mustang lineup.
To activate the Line Lock feature, drivers can use the steering wheel-mounted thumb switches to navigate through a menu on the instrument cluster. Once engaged, the system builds pressure on the front brake calipers, allowing the rear wheels to spin freely while the car stays in place. The Line Lock feature can hold the pressure for up to 15 seconds, giving drivers the ability to warm up their tires before making a pass on the drag strip.
The Line Lock feature is primarily intended for track use and is often used to increase tire temperature for better traction before a drag run. However, it can also be used for show purposes, such as in drifting exhibitions or simply for the personal enjoyment of the driver.
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Can I use a line lock as a parking brake?

These line locks perform as operational parking brakes only such as a dump-truck stopped to dump a load. Line Locks are not intended for prolonged “unattended” parking. Thus, this is not the optimal parking brake solution.

What’s the purpose of a line lock?

A line lock is a device that allows the front brakes to lock independently of the rear brakes via a switch. The device is an electric solenoid that controls a valve which allows the brakes to be controlled individually.

How do you use line lock?

If the time limit is exceeded. The system safely disengages a normal vehicle function resumes. You can exit line lock by pressing the OK button on your steering wheel. Once. You do line lock releases.

Is it bad to use parking brake to stop?

These are just brakes, but primarily intended for parking not for stopping. But it would still be easy to send yourself into an uncontrolled tail slide if you really yanked on that thing while at speed. Don’t do that.

Can you put line lock on rear brakes?

Yes, you plumb it to stop the pressure to the rear brakes. You then apply power to the Line Lock Solenoid before you step on the brakes. It will allow the rear brakes to “Float” and you have control over the fronts with the pedal.

Does not going to dealership void warranty?

The short answer is no. “The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act was a law that was passed in the 1970s and states that it’s not legal to require the use of a manufacturer part or service in order to maintain a warranty,” says Keith Barry, Consumer Reports’ senior autos editor.

Does Mustang line lock void warranty?

Given this, it’s remarkable that Ford confirms using Line Lock won’t invalidate the warranty. But using your shiny new Mustang on track will.

How do you use the line lock on a Ford Mustang?

Hold down the OK button initialize. And complete hold down the brake. And then press ok. Now let’s give it some. Gas. Now that was pretty cool let’s go and check it out through the slow-mo.

Does line lock go on front or rear brakes?

The line-lock solenoid gets installed in-line into the front brake hydraulic circuit or rear-brake circuit if you’re racing a front-wheel-drive car.

Is line lock worth it?

It saves the rear brakes and rotors, and is easier on your engine and drive train when doing burnouts. The reason is your engine is not pulling against the rear brakes so there is not as much torque against the drive line parts to get the tires turning. Good investment buy one.