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Introduction
3
Welcome 3
Shelby® GT500® Unique Features
5
Safety Belts
11
Driving your Shelby® GT500®
12
Breaking-in your vehicle 12
Transmission operation 12
Clutch protection 13
Virtual gauges 15
Track Apps 16
AdvanceTrac® 16
Brakes 20
Launch control 20
Electronically selectable dampers 22
Engine over-rev 23
Ground clearance 24
Driving through water 25
Washing your vehicle 25
Wheels and Tires
26
Wheels 26
Wheel lug nut torque 26
Tire information 27
Roadside Emergencies
30
Wrecker towing 30
Maintenance
35
Engine oil 36
Air filter(s) 41
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•5.8L DOHC 32V Supercharged and intercooled V8 engine
•Water-to-oil engine oil cooler (standard)
•Race-track inspired, thermostatically controlled air-to-oil axle,
transmission, and engine cooler included on the SVT Track Pack
(optional)
•Cast aluminum structural oil pan and piston oil squirters
•Low-restriction, cold air intake system
•SVT-tuned 2.75-inch exhaust system with Quad 3.5 inch tips
•Electronically programmable launch control
•TREMEC TR6060 high-torque capacity 6-speed manual transmission
•Short-throw shifter with SVT shift knob
•260 millimeter twin disc clutch
•One piece carbon fiber driveshaft with front and rear CV joints
•AdvanceTrac® Stability Enhancement System with sport mode
specifically calibrated and race track tuned by SVT. See theStability
Controlchapter in yourOwner’s Manualfor more information.
•Limited-slip rear differential with 3.31 rear axle ratio
•TORSEN® limited slip differential included on the SVT Performance
Package (optional)
•Front brakes: Brembo™ six-piston aluminum calipers with 15 inch x
1.3 inch (380 millimeter x 32 millimeter) vented disc, high air flow
shields and high-performance friction material pads
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Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the
systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify
potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company
recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every
scheduled maintenance interval to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great.
Multi-point Inspection
Accessory drive belt(s) Half-shaft dust boots (if equipped)
Battery performance Horn operation
Clutch operation (if equipped) Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Engine air filter Suspension component for leaks or
damage
Exhaust system Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps and hazard
warning system operationTires (including spare) for wear and
proper pressure
**
Fluid levels*; fill if necessary Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks Washer spray and wiper operation
*Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, manual and automatic transmission
(with an underhood dipstick), power steering (if equipped) and window
washer
**If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire
sealant expiration Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service advisor or technician about the
multi-point vehicle inspection. It’s a comprehensive way to perform a
thorough inspection of your vehicle. It’s your checklist that gives you
immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle. You’ll know
what’s been checked, what’s okay, as well as those things that may
require future or immediate attention. The multi-point vehicle inspection
is one more way to keep your vehicle running great!
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
If you operate your vehicleprimarilyin any of the following conditions,
you need to perform additional maintenance as indicated. If you
occasionallyoperate your vehicle under any of these conditions, it is
not necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership service advisor or technician.
Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances as in
Heavy Commercial Use (i.e., Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace cabin air filter (if equipped).
Replace engine air filter.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km)Inspect brake system.
Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.
Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints
(if equipped with grease fittings).
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km) or six
monthsInspect CV joint boots for loose clamps, damage or
grease leakage.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km), six
months or 200 hours
of engine operationChange engine oil and filter.
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions Such as Unpaved or
Dusty Roads
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace cabin air filter (if equipped).
Replace engine air filter.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km)Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.
Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km) or six
monthsChange engine oil and filter.
Inspect CV joint boots for loose clamps, damage
or grease leakage.
Every 50000 miles
(80000 km)Change manual transmission fluid.
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A
AdvanceTrac ................................16
Air cleaner filter ...................41–42
Axle
refill capacities ..........................43
B
Battery
replacement, specifications .....42
Brakes
fluid, refill capacities ................43
Break-in period ...........................12
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ......43
Clutch
recommended shift speeds ......13
Coolant
refill capacities ..........................43
E
Electric power assisted
steering ........................................22
Electronically selectable
dampers .......................................22
Engine ............................................8
refill capacities ..........................43
service points ............................35
Engine oil
filter, specifications ..................42
refill capacities ..........................43
F
Fluid capacities ...........................43Fuel
capacity .....................................43
filter, specifications ..................42
octane rating .........................8, 40
H
Headlamps
bulb specifications ....................45
I
Ignition ...........................................8
Instrument panel
cluster
........................................14
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart
..................45
Launch control
............................20
Lights, warning and indicator
....14
Lug nuts
......................................26
M
Manual transmission
fluid capacities
..........................43
Motorcraft® parts
.......................42
O
Octane rating
..............................40
P
Parts (see Motorcraft® parts)
..42
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