2005 FORD GT fuel cap

Tires, Wheels and Loading 66
Tire Information 67
Changing tires 71
Wheel lug nut torque 79
Vehicle loading 89
Driving 95
Starting 95
Brakes 99
Transmission operation 102
Roadside Emergencies 105
Getting roadside assistance 105
Hazard flasher switch 106
Fuel shut-off switch 106
Fuses and relays 107
Jump starting 115
Customer Assistance 123
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 131
Cleaning 132
Maintenance and Specifications 139
Engine compartment 144
Engine oil 147
Battery 150
Engine Coolant 152
Fuel information 156
Refill capacities 169
Lubricant specifications 170
Table of Contents
2
2005 GT(gto)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA_English(fus)

Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Power Windows
Front/Rear
Power Window Lockout
Child Safety Door
Lock/UnlockInterior Luggage
Compartment Release
Symbol
Panic AlarmEngine Oil
Engine CoolantEngine Coolant
Temperature
Do Not Open When HotBattery
Avoid Smoking, Flames,
or SparksBattery Acid
Explosive GasFan Warning
Power Steering FluidMaintain Correct Fluid
LevelMAX MIN
Emission SystemEngine Air Filter
Passenger Compartment
Air FilterJack
Check fuel capLow tire warning
2005 GT(gto)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA_English (fus)
Introduction
9

SNOW TIRES
The original equipment tires on your Ford GT are designed for maximum
performance in dry and wet conditions. They are not designed for winter
use on ice or snow and cannot be used with snow chains or other tire
mounted traction aid devices.
TRAILER TOWING
Your vehicle is not equipped to tow. No towing packages are available
through Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealers.
VEHICLE LOADING
This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/or
trailer, to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating
capability. Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of
vehicle design performance. Before loading your vehicle, familiarize
yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle’s weight
ratings from the vehicle ’s Safety Certification Label and Tire Label:
Base Curb Weight –is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of
fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, or
optional equipment.
Vehicle Curb Weight –is the weight of your new vehicle when you
picked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment.
2005 GT(gto)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA_English (fus)
Tires, Wheels and Loading
89

Upshift according to the following chart:
Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fueleconomy)
Shift from:
1 - 2 15 mph (24 km/h)
2 - 3 25 mph (40 km/h)
3 - 4 40 mph (64 km/h)
4 - 5 45 mph (72 km/h)
5 - 6 50 mph (80 km/h)
Reverse
1. Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift into
R (Reverse). Failure to do so may damage the transmission.
2. Move the gearshift lever into the neutral position and wait at least
three seconds before shifting into R (Reverse).
3. Shift into R (Reverse) by pulling the gearshift lever fully to the left
through the detent, then forward. The detent force is high to prevent
inadvertently shifting into R (Reverse).
Parking your vehicle
1. Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position.
2. Fully apply the parking brake, then shift into 1 (First).
3. Turn the ignition off.
Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly
and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake
fully.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
Do not drive quickly through standing water, especially if the depth is
unknown. Traction or brake capability may be limited and if the ignition
system gets wet, your engine may stall. Water may also enter your
engine ’s air intake and severely damage your engine.
If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very
slowly. Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the
hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars).
2005 GT(gto)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA_English (fus)
Driving
103

Cleaner air
Ford endorses the use of reformulated“cleaner-burning ”gasolines to
improve air quality.
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse
affect on powertrain components.
If you have run out of fuel:
• You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times after
refueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to
the engine.
• Your Service engine soon indicator may come on. For more
information on the Service engine soon indicator, refer to the
Instrument cluster chapter.
Fuel Filter
For fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service
technician. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide chapter for the
appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter.
Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The
customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system
if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used.
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY
Measuring techniques
Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the
driver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as
possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings are
NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy. We do not recommend
taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1,000 miles (1,600
km) of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accurate
measurement after 2,000 miles-3,000 miles (3,000 km –5,000 km).
Filling the tank
The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to
the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Refill capacities
section of this chapter.
The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the
empty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in the
2005 GT(gto)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA_English (fus)
Maintenance and Specifications
160

amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates
empty. Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel
tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty.
The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should
not be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling your
vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not be
able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the
fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank.
For consistent results when filling the fuel tank:
•Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,
an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running.
• Use the same filling rate setting (low —medium —high) each time
the tank is filled.
• Allow no more than 2 automatic click-offs when filling.
• Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating.
• Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand.
• Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the
same direction each time you fill up.
• Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time.
Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent.
Calculating fuel economy
1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading
(in miles or kilometers).
2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in
gallons or liters).
3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and record
the current odometer reading.
4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer
reading.
5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel
economy: Calculation 1: Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used.
Calculation 2: Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total
kilometers traveled.
2005 GT(gto)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA_English (fus)
Maintenance and Specifications
161

REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity
Brake fluid and
clutch fluidMotorcraft High
Performance DOT
3 Motor Vehicle
Brake FluidAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Engine coolant
1Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored) All 6.6 gallons
(25L)
Intercooler coolant Motorcraft Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)All 4.5 gallons
(17L)
Engine oil
(includes filter
change) Motorcraft SAE
5W-50 Full
Synthetic Motor
OilAll 9.5 quarts
(9.0L)
Fuel tank N/A All 17.5 gallons (66.2L)
Power steering
fluid Motorcraft
MERCON
AT F All Fill to
between MIN
and MAX
lines on
reservoir
Transaxle
2Motorcraft SAE
75W-90 Premium
Synthetic
Transaxle
Lubricant All 4.5 quarts
(4.3L)
Windshield washer
fluid Motorcraft
Premium
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateAll 1.0 quart
(0.9L)
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
2The transaxle lubricant should be changed any time the transaxle has
been submerged in water. Service refill capacity is determined by filling
the transaxle to 1/4-9/16 inch (6-14 mm) below the bottom of the filler
hole with the vehicle on a level surface.
2005 GT(gto)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA_English (fus)
Maintenance and Specifications
169

Customer Assistance ................105Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................138
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................125
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............129
Getting roadside assistance ...105
Getting the service you
need .........................................123
Ordering additional owner ’s
literature .................................130
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................126
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................128
D
Dipstick engine oil .................................147
Doors lubricant specifications ..........170
Driving under special
conditions through water .........................103
E
Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ..........................115
Emergency Flashers .................106
Emission control system ..........163
Engine ........................................171 cleaning ...................................134
coolant .....................................152
idle speed control ...................150
lubrication
specifications ..................170 –171
refill capacities ........................169 service points ..........................144
starting after a collision .........106
Engine compartment -
opening ......................................140
Engine oil ..................................147 checking and adding ..............147
dipstick ....................................147
filter, specifications ........149, 168
recommendations ...................149
refill capacities ........................169
specifications ..................170 –171
Exhaust fumes ............................98
F
Fluid capacities .........................169
Foglamps .....................................21
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................101
Fuel ............................................156 calculating fuel economy .......160
cap ...........................................158
capacity ...................................169
choosing the right fuel ...........158
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................163
detergent in fuel .....................160
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................156, 158, 160
filter, specifications ........160, 168
fuel pump shut-off switch .....106
improving fuel economy ........160
octane rating ...................159, 171
quality ......................................159
running out of fuel .................160
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................156
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......106
Fuses ..................................107 –108
2005 GT(gto)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA_English (fus)
Index
193