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Introduction
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Welcome 3
Breaking-in your vehicle 4
ShelbyGT500Unique Features
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Driving your ShelbyGT500
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AdvanceTrac10
Driving through water 10
Ground clearance 11
Washing your vehicle 11
Chassis
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Wheels 12
Wheel lug nut torque 13
Tire information 14
Roadside Emergencies
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Wrecker towing 18
Maintenance
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Engine oil 23
Air filter(s) 28
Part numbers 29
Refill capacities 30
Warranty Coverage
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•5.4L DOHC 32V Supercharged V-8 engine with intercooler — 550
horsepower @ 6,200 rpm, 510 lb-ft torque @ 4,250 rpm SAE certified
•Low-restriction, cold air intake system
•SVT tuned 2.75” exhaust system with 4-inch tips
•Engine oil cooler
•TR-6060 6–speed manual transmission
•Twin disc clutch
•Anti-lock brake system
•Front brakes: Brembo four-piston aluminum calipers with 14-inch
vented disc, slotted dust shields and high-performance friction
material pads
•Rear brakes: include high-performance friction material pads
•SVT tuned front and rear suspension
•19 in. x 9.5 in. forged aluminum wheels (standard)
•P255/40ZR-19 front, P285/35ZR-19 rear Goodyear F1 tires (standard)
•19 in. x 9.5 in. front, 20 in. x 9.5 in. rear forged aluminum wheels
(optional)
•P265/40-19 front, P285/35-20 rear directional “R” compound tires
(optional)
•Unique front fascia, rear fascia, aerodynamically tuned front splitter,
fog lamps, hood with functional air extractors and rear decklid spoiler
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SUSPENSION
•MacPherson strut with L-arm front suspension
•8.8 inch solid rear axle with limited slip differential (3.55:1 ratio
standard, 3.73:1 ratio optional))
Coupe stabilizer bars:
•33.2 x 5.0 mm tubular front stabilizer bar
•23.0 mm standard, 24.0 mm optional solid rear bar
•Tokico twin tube shocks and struts
Convertible stabilizer bars:
•33.2 x 5.0 mm tubular front stabilizer bar
•23 mm standard, 22 mm optional solid rear bar
•Tokico twin tube shocks and struts
Coupe spring rates:
•34.0 N/mm front and 31.5 N/mm rear standard
•41.0 N/mm front and 34.5 N/mm rear optional
Convertible spring rates:
•31.5 N/mm front and 27.3 N/mm rear standard
•34.0 N/mm front and 31.5 N/mm rear optional
WHEELS
Your SVT vehicle is equipped with unique wheels matched to the tires.
These wheels are more susceptible to damage due to their diameter,
width and low profile tires. To avoid damage to your wheels:
•Maintain proper tire pressure (seeTiresin this supplement).
•Do not drive your vehicle through an automated, commercial car wash
due to the vehicle’s low ground clearance, tire width and track. Wash
your vehicle by hand, or by using a touchless commercial wash with
no mechanical tracks on the floor. Do not use a commercial or high
pressure wand on the striped surfaces.
•When installing wheels, always torque lug nuts to specification with a
torque wrench.
•Inspect your wheels for damage on a regular basis. If a wheel is
damaged, replace it immediately.
•In the event that you encounter an abnormally harsh impact, inspect
the outer diameter of your wheels, both inside and out, for damage.
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Operating at high speeds
Your SVT vehicle is capable of high speeds and is equipped with tires
rated for the vehicle’s maximum speed, electronically limited to 155 mph
(250 km/h). Remember to drive safely, obey all traffic laws and only
operate your SVT vehicle at high speeds at locations equipped and
designed to do so safely. Before operating your vehicle at high speeds:
•Ensure correct tire pressures (seeTiresin this supplement).
•Inspect wheels and tires for wear and damage. Replace any damaged
wheels or tires.
•Do not operate your vehicle at high speeds with more than two
passengers or while carrying cargo.
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
WARNING:When a wheel is installed, always remove any
corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting
surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or
brake disc that contacts the wheel. Make sure that any fasteners that
attach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do not interfere with
the mounting surfaces of the wheel. Installing wheels without correct
metal-to-metal contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the
wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in
motion, resulting in loss of control.
Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km)
after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel
removal, etc.).
Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque*
ft-lb N•m
1 2x 20 100 135
* Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and
rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners.
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ENGINE INFORMATION
Item Description
ConfigurationLongitudinally mounted, 90-degree V8, cast
aluminum cylinder block and cylinder heads
Bore x Stroke90.2 x 105.8 mm (3.55 x 4.165 in.)
Displacement5410 cc/330 cid
Compression ratio8.4:1
Horsepower550 horsepower @ 6200 rpm
Torque510 lb-ft torque @ 4250 rpm
Redline6250 rpm fuel shut-off
Specific output102 HP per liter
ValvetrainDual overhead chain-driven cams, roller finger
followers with hydraulic lash adjustment,
ovate-wire valve springs, four valves per cylinder
Fuel systemSequential electronic fuel injection
Mass air sensor105 mm (4.13 in.) circle
Throttle bodyTwin 60 mm (2.36 in.) diameter bore-
simultaneously open
PistonsForged aluminum
CrankshaftForged steel
Connecting rodsForged steel I-beam
SuperchargerEaton model 122, Roots-type
Exhaust manifoldsCast high-silicon, molybdenum iron
Exhaust systemDual stainless steel
Engine drivebelt routing
5.4L DOHC Supercharged V-8
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