Scheduled Maintenance Guide
40
2012 05+ Mustang
(197)
Supplement, 1st PrintingUSA
(fus)
Page 1: ...11 Ground clearance 12 Washing your vehicle 12 Chassis 13 Wheels and Tires 14 Wheels 14 Wheel lug nut torque 14 Tire information 15 Roadside Emergencies 19 Wrecker towing 19 Maintenance 23 Engine oil...
Page 2: ...we reserve the right to change specifications design or equipment at any time without notice or obligation No part of this publication may be reproduced transmitted stored in a retrieval system or tr...
Page 3: ...lity of the interior materials and the functionality and the comfort of the seats to make sure that the driver enjoys not only exceptional performance but an outstanding driving environment as well In...
Page 4: ...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...
Page 5: ...inum 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...
Page 6: ...er s Guide for more information Unique instrument cluster with boost gauge and programmable performance shift indicator Unique Shelby GT500 seats Optional race inspired Recaro front seats with increas...
Page 7: ...ighest 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 und...
Page 8: ...HIFTTONE ON OFF Press SETUP when finished 4 Press and hold INFO to lower the desired SHIFTPOINT in increments of 100 rpm 5 Press and hold RESET to raise the desired SHIFTPOINT in increments of 100 rpm...
Page 9: ...blue Pointer colors are not adjustable The instrument cluster will momentarily display the R W B coloring when the ignition is turned to on or start and will then return to the previously chosen colo...
Page 10: ...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...
Page 11: ...ervention than when the default ESC and traction control systems are on Sport mode will allow more spirited driving while the AdvanceTrac system is still enabled DRIVING YOUR SHELBY GT500 THROUGH WATE...
Page 12: ...reduce the risk of vehicle damage WASHING YOUR SHELBY GT500 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...
Page 13: ...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...
Page 14: ...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 de...
Page 15: ...forged aluminum wheels optional Tires Your SVT vehicle is equipped with low profile high performance tires that are designed to optimize the driving dynamics you expect in a SVT vehicle These tires ar...
Page 16: ...rly Tire pressure can diminish over time and fluctuate with temperature Do not overload your vehicle Maximum vehicle and axle weights are listed on the tire information placard Extra caution should be...
Page 17: ...a vehicle or moving the vehicle with the tires installed or checking tire inflation Do not place tires near heaters or heating devices used to warm the room where the tires are stored Do not apply he...
Page 18: ...Note The optional performance package tires P265 40 19 front P285 35 20 rear are directional Tire rotation is not recommended for directional tires The tires on your Shelby GT500 should be rotated ev...
Page 19: ...lift and dollies or with flatbed equipment When towing with a flatbed 4x4 blocks must be used when loading unloading your vehicle Do not tow with a slingbelt Ford Motor Company has not approved a sli...
Page 20: ...n towing the vehicle make sure that you use two mini J hooks and attach them to the crossmember oblong holes as shown Other methods may damage the vehicle Roadside Emergencies 20 2012 05 Mustang 197 S...
Page 21: ...Shelby GT500 for front loading the front tires must be 16 in 41 cm higher than the rear Rear lift towing is not recommended as vehicle damage may occur Roadside Emergencies 21 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supp...
Page 22: ...angle allowable to load your vehicle on a flatbed Vehicle damage may occur with greater angles 1 36 in 91 cm 4x4 loading block 2 18 in 45 72 cm 4x4 loading block 3 11 5 maximum Roadside Emergencies 2...
Page 23: ...ick 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 1 3 4 10 9...
Page 24: ...filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for c...
Page 25: ...aintained at 50 50 coolant and water which equates to a freeze point of 34 F 36 C Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester such as the Rotunda Battery and Antif...
Page 26: ...interval schedules Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in your Owner s Guide If the coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval the engine or intercoole...
Page 27: ...ing system components and may void the warranty Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter Note Do not use stop leak pellets or cooling system sealants additives as the...
Page 28: ...Remove the pressure relief cap from the coolant reservoir as previously outlined 2 Slowly add a 50 50 mixture of coolant and distilled water to the coolant reservoir until the coolant level is at the...
Page 29: ...erformance engine operating at peak performance the spark plug service interval is every 45 000 miles 72 000 km Reference the Motorcraft Part Numbers chart for the specific spark plug application OCTA...
Page 30: ...oosen the air filter clamp bolt enough to allow the air filter to slip off the air filter housing easily 2 Slip the air filter off from the air filter housing 3 Wipe the air filter housing clean to re...
Page 31: ...Engine coolant 1 21 1 quarts 20 0L Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant with bittering agent US Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant Canada VC 3 B US CVC 3 B Canada WSS M97B44 D Intercool...
Page 32: ...any time the rear axle has been submerged in water For vehicles with a cooler the axle pump must be running to perform the service refill Fill 1 4 9 16 in 6 14 mm below bottom of fill hole 3 The TREM...
Page 33: ...xle 8 8 in solid rear axle with limited slip differential 3 55 1 ratio 3 73 1 ratio Optional Performance Package Driveshaft 2 piece steel Transmission Tremec TR 6060 6 speed manual with integral clutc...
Page 34: ...ven cams roller finger followers with hydraulic lash adjustment ovate wire valve springs four valves per cylinder Fuel system Sequential electronic fuel injection Mass air sensor 105 mm 4 13 in circle...
Page 35: ...ifferential cooler Permanent damage to the rear differential will result if the vehicle is subjected to competition conditions without installation of a differential cooler Install Ford Racing brake c...
Page 36: ...d reliability durability and resale value To maintain the proper performance of your vehicle and its emission control systems it is imperative that scheduled maintenance be completed at the designated...
Page 37: ...itical that systems are flushed only with new fluid that is the same as that required to fill and operate the system or using a Ford approved flushing chemical Genuine Ford Parts and Service When plan...
Page 38: ...tenance service checks are generally not covered by warranties so you may be charged for labor parts or fluids used Engine oil coolant change intervals Engine oil 6 months or 7 500 miles 12 000 km whi...
Page 39: ...er Suspension component for leaks or damage Exhaust system Steering and linkage Exterior lamps and hazard warning system operation Tires for wear and proper pressure including spare Fluid levels fill...
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Page 41: ...otation in the Tire Information chapter Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise wear looseness or drag Perform multi point inspection recommended Inspect brake pads shoes rotors d...
Page 42: ...nts for abnormal noise wear looseness or drag Perform multi point inspection recommended Inspect brake pads shoes rotors drums brake linings hoses and parking brake Inspect engine cooling system conce...
Page 43: ...ssory drive belt s 2 Every 150 000 miles 240 000 km Change manual transmission fluid Change rear axle fluid Replace accessory drive belt s if not replaced within the last 100 000 miles 160 000 km 1 In...
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Page 47: ...nspect 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 5 000 miles 8 000 km or 6 month...
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Page 50: ...92 A part number FITZ 19580 B or equivalent Add four ounces 118 mL of friction modifier XL 3 EST M2C118 A or equivalent for complete refill of Traction Lok rear axles The axle fluid should be changed...
Page 51: ...ange Log DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MIL...
Page 52: ...ons 30 refill capacities 31 F Fluid capacities 31 Fuel capacity 31 filter specifications 30 octane rating 29 34 H Headlamps bulb specifications 33 I Ignition 34 Instrument panel cluster 7 L Lamps bulb...
Page 53: ...T Tires changing 15 Towing wrecker 19 Transmission fluid refill capacities 31 W Warning lights see Lights 7 Wrecker towing 19 Index 53 2012 05 Mustang 197 Supplement 1st Printing USA fus...
