2001 FORD MUSTANG service

SVT COBRA SPECIFIC FEATURES
²4.6L DOHC 32V V±8 Engine Ð 320 horsepower,
317 lb-ft torque
²Anti-lock Brake System with Traction Controly
²Limited-slip independent rear suspension
²Engine oil cooler
²Round fog lamps
²Sport seats
²Premium electronic AM/FM stereo/CD
²Dual illuminated visor mirrors
²Unique wheels and tires
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2Rear axle lubricants do not need to be checked or changed unless a
leak is suspected, service is required or the axle assembly has been
submerged in water. The axle lubricant should be changed any time
the rear axle has been submerged in water. Fill 6 mm to 14 mm (1/4
inch to 9/16 inch) below bottom of fill hole. Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of
Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or equivalent meeting Ford
specification EST-M2C118±A for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles.
3Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used.
Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on
the dipstick handle. MERCONtand MERCONtV are not
interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCONtand MERCONtV. Refer to
your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service
interval.
4Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the
bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.
OCTANE RECOMMENDATIONS
Your vehicle is designed
to use ªPremiumº
unleaded gasoline with
an (R+M)/2 octane
rating of 91 or higher for optimum performance. The
use of gasolines with lower octane ratings may
degrade performance. We do not recommend the
use of gasolines labeled as ªPremiumº in high
altitude areas that are sold with octane ratings of
less than 91.
If your engine knocks under most driving conditions
while you are using fuel with the recommended
octane rating, see your dealer or a qualified service
technician to prevent any engine damage.
91(R+M)/2 METHOD
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CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT
Your engine's cooling system has been factory-filled
with a 50/50 mixture of distilled water and Ford
Premium Engine Coolant E2FZ-19549-AA (in
Canada, Motorcraft CXC-10), or an equivalent
premium engine coolant that meets Ford
specification ESE-M97B44-A.
A50/50 mixtureof distilled water and Ford
Premium Engine Coolantprovides:
²maximum cooling system efficiency.
²freeze protection down to -36É C (-34É F).
²boiling protection up to 129É C (265É F).
²protection against rust and other forms of
corrosion.
²an accurate temperature readout from the
engine coolant gauge.
The engine coolant must be maintained at the
correct fluid level and concentration to work
properly. If the engine coolant fluid level and
concentration is not maintained correctly,
damage to the engine and cooling system may
result.
When the engine is cold,
check the level of the
engine coolant in the
reservoir.
²The engine coolant should be at the ªcold fill
levelº as listed on the engine coolant reservoir.
²Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for
service interval schedules.
²Be sure to read and understandPrecautions
when servicing your vehiclein this chapter.
Maintenance
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A WORD ABOUT WARRANTY COVERAGE
The SVT Mustang Cobra carries the same warranty
coverage as other Ford Mustang models. This
information is covered in its entirety in the Ford
Motor Company Warranty Guide.
The SVT Mustang Cobra or any SVT can be serviced
under warranty at any Ford-Lincoln-Mercury dealer
nationwide.
SVT does not recommend modifying or racing our
vehicles, as they are designed and built to be driven
as delivered from the factory. The Ford Motor
Company Warranty Guide discusses the installation
of aftermarket parts and their effect on warranty
coverage as follows:
Repairs are not reimbursable under warranty when:
²ªThe repairs are required because of abuse,
misuse, racing, fire, negligence, accident,
modification or a natural disaster.º
²ªThe repairs are required due to installation of a
non-Ford part.º
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