50
th
Anniversary
Ford Mustang Cobra Jet
Official Owners Manual
Techline 1-800-367-3788
Page 13
4. Launch Control (Two-Step)
The 50
th
Anniversary Cobra Jet has an integrated launch control that will maintain a set
engine speed (two-step limiter) while the accelerator pedal is depressed. This feature is
built into the powertrain control module (PCM) and does not require aftermarket
components. There are three aspects of the launch control:
1. Launch control indicator
2. Setting of the desired launch engine speed
3. Activating the launch control at the starting line – done by depressing the brake
pedal
Note that the Launch Control is a separate feature from Launch Assist, which can
reduce power at the launch in low traction situations. See Section 3.2.1 for more
information.
4.1 Setup
Launch Control RPM Indicator
The current RPM set point will be displayed on the dash after a PCM power up. When
the ignition switch is turned "ON", the in-dash tachometer sweeps to the current launch
control RPM setting for approximately 2 seconds. The tachometer will then return to
normal function.