2012 FORD MUSTANG engine

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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AdvanceTrac11
Driving through water 11
Ground clearance 12
Washing your vehicle 12
Chassis
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Wheels and Tires
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Wheels 14
Wheel lug nut torque 14
Tire information 15
Roadside Emergencies
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Wrecker towing 19
Maintenance
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Engine oil 24
Air filter(s) 30
Part numbers 30
Refill capacities 31
Warranty Coverage
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Table of Contents
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SVT HISTORY
The Ford Special Vehicle Team (SVT) was established in 1991 to “Polish
the Ford Oval” by creating low-volume, factory-produced vehicles
designed for those select few whose idea of driving is a high-powered,
passionate experience — not just a means of getting from point A to
point B.
In a move to support this spirited enthusiasm, Ford Motor Company
carefully integrated the wide array of talent in the company into a small,
cross-functional group of engineers and product planners, housed
together under one roof with a common mission: to create vehicles
specifically designed to meet the unique needs and desires of the
knowledgeable driving enthusiast.
Each of nearly 150,000 SVT vehicles produced since the 1993 model year
has been designed and developed with the four SVT Hallmarks in mind:
Performance, Substance, Exclusivity and Value. These hallmarks have
driven the SVT Mustang Cobra and the Cobra R, the SVT F-150
Lightning, the SVT Contour, the SVT Focus, Ford GT, Shelby GT500,
GT500KR and the F-150 SVT Raptor.
We are proud and passionate about what we do, and we’re glad you have
made us your choice.
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE
Your vehicle requires a break-in period. Drive your new vehicle at least
100 miles (160 km) before performing extended wide open throttle
maneuvers and at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before performance/
competition conditions. Vary your speed frequently in order to give the
moving parts a chance to break in.
Alternate calibration
Your Shelby GT500 power train control module (PCM) strategy contains
a feature to limit supercharger boost pressure and engine speed to
4,000 rpm for the first five consecutive miles of vehicle operation or 50
engine start/warm up cycles. This feature is enabled prior to shipment. If
neither of these conditions have been satisfied prior to customer
delivery, full power will not be available.
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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
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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)
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SHELBY GT500 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Upshift
Illuminates when it is best to shift to the next highest manual
transmission gear to maximize fuel economy.
Multi-shift indicators:
1.
(Upshift): Set for maximum fuel economy
2.SVT: Performance shift indicator
Performance shift indicator
Your vehicle is equipped with a programmable performance shift
indicator. When activated, this feature provides a visual (SHIFTLAMP)
and/or audible (SHIFTTONE) cue to shift to the next highest gear at an
engine rpm specified by the driver.
The SHIFTLAMP feature uses the SVT logo on the tachometer to notify
you when the desired shiftpoint is reached. The SVT symbol is backlit in
red under normal driving conditions (SHIFTLAMP OFF). When the
SHIFTLAMP is set to ON, the red backlighting is turned off and the SVT
logo will turn bright orange when the desired shift point is reached.
The SHIFTTONE feature uses an audible tone to notify you when the
desired shiftpoint is reached.
SHIFTLAMP and SHIFTTONE can be used separately, together, or
turned off completely.
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MANUAL 6-SPEED TRANSMISSION OPERATION
Using the Clutch
The manual transmission has a starter interlock that prevents cranking
the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed.
To start the vehicle:
1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set.
2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor, then put the gearshift lever in the
neutral position.
3. Start the engine, then press the brake pedal and release the parking
brake.
4. Move the gearshift lever to 1st gear, then slowly release the clutch
pedal while slowly pressing on the accelerator.
During each shift, the clutch pedal must be fully pressed to the floor.
Failure to fully press the clutch pedal to the floor may cause increased
shift efforts, prematurely wear transmission components, or cause gear
clash or damage to the transmission. Make sure the floor mat is properly
positioned so it doesn’t interfere with the full extension of the clutch
pedal.
Note:If you attempt to shift when the drive wheels are spinning with a
loss of traction, it is possible to cause damage to the transmission. Do
not attempt to shift when the drive wheels do not have traction.
Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch
pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill. These
actions will reduce the life of the clutch.
Your vehicle is equipped with a twin disc clutch. Due to the high
performance of the powertrain, a certain amount of noise from the
transmission is normal.
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Recommended shift speeds
Upshift according to the following chart:
Upshifts when accelerating
Shift from:
1 - 2 9 mph (14 km/h)
2 - 3 18 mph (29 km/h)
3 - 4 29 mph (47 km/h)
4 - 5 38 mph (61 km/h)
5 - 6 41 mph (66 km/h)
ADVANCETRACSTABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM
AdvanceTracSport Mode
The AdvanceTracsystem provides an available Sport Mode specially
calibrated for the GT500’s unique performance characteristics. This can
be selected utilizing the stability control off switch. See theDriving
section of theOwner’s Guidefor more information.
Sport mode is not intended for use on public roadways as this mode
provides less AdvanceTracsystem intervention than when the default
ESC and traction control systems are on. Sport mode will allow more
spirited driving while the AdvanceTracsystem is still enabled.
DRIVING YOUR SHELBY GT500 THROUGH WATER
The Ford Shelby GT500 has aerodynamic devices attached to the
underbody designed to help control airflow for superior performance.
Therefore, the driver must be especially careful to avoid driving through
deep or standing water. If driving through deep or standing water is
unavoidable, proceed very slowly. Never drive through water that is
higher than the bottom of the wheel rims. Water may enter through the
air intake due to the vacuum generated in the engine. Damage caused by
the intake of water in the engine is not covered by the warranty.
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5.4L DOHC SUPERCHARGED V8 ENGINE
1. Battery
2. Supercharger
3. Engine oil dipstick
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Air filter assembly
6. Intercooler coolant reservoir
7. Engine coolant reservoir
8. Engine oil filler cap
9. Windshield washer reservoir
10. Power distribution box
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Maintenance
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ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION
Use MotorcraftSAE 5W-50 full synthetic or an equivalent SAE 5W-50
full synthetic oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C931-B.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine
treatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that
is not covered by Ford warranty.
Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule
listed in thescheduled maintenance information.
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL
Refer to thescheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and make sure the gearshift is securely latched
in first gear.
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
Maintenance
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