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•4.6L DOHC 32V Supercharged V–8 Engine with
Intercooler—390 horsepower, 390 lb-ft torque
•T56 6 speed transmission
•Aluminum flywheel
•Engine oil cooler
•Power steering cooler
•Anti-lock Brake System with Traction Control
•Limited-slip independent rear suspension
•SVT-tuned suspension and brakes
•17”x9”cast aluminum wheels
•275/40ZR17 BSW Performance Tires
•Specially tuned stainless steel exhaust system
•Decklid spoiler, hood, rocker moldings, front and
rear fascia
•Round fog lamps
•Color keyed fold away mirrors
•Unique cloth top (convertible only)
•Interval wipers with aerodynamic wiper/blade
•Electroluminescent cluster with boost gauge
•Sport seats with adjustable driver bolsters and
leather and preferred suede seating surfaces
•Sport pedals with aluminum covers
•Leather wrapped sport steering wheel
Cobra unique standard features
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DRIVETRAIN
Item Description
Rear axle8.8 inch limited-slip differential with
Independent Rear Suspension
DriveshaftAluminum with hardened yoke
TransmissionT56 6-speed manual with integral
clutch housing
Gear ratiosGear Ratio
1st 2.66
2nd 1.78
3rd 1.30
4th 1.00
5th 0.80
6th .63
Reverse 2.90
Drivetrain
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WHEELS AND TIRES
TiresP275/40ZR17 Goodyear
Eagle F1 performance tire
WheelsSVT-Signature style, 17 in x
9.0 in aluminum 5-spoke
wheel, 26 mm offset
SUSPENSION
•Retuned Independent Rear Suspension (IRS) with
improved geometry and unique bushing rates
•Limited slip axle
•29 mm tubular front stabilizer bar
•26 mm tubular rear stabilizer bar
•Retuned front control arm bushing rates
•Bilstein Montotube shocks and struts
Spring rates:
•600 lb/in front and rear (coupe)
•500 lb/in front and 470 lb/in rear (convertible)
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fittings must be lubricated at regular maintenance
intervals as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance
Guide using Ford recommended ESA M1C 92A
grease to ensure proper function and extended
service life.
•location of the front
tie rod
•location of the rear tie
rod
USING THE RIGHT BULBS
Function Trade Number
Luggage compartment lamp S211
High-mount brake lamp (Service as
complete assembly)See your Dealer
Fog lamp 9145
WINTER DRIVING
For winter driving, it is recommended to install
radial winter tires.
Winter tires are designed to improve traction in
adverse winter weather conditions.
Note:Use of tire cable/chains are restricted on this
vehicle due to the potential damage to body and/or
suspension components.
Maintenance
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