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Table of Contents Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire Information Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Vehicle loading 66 67 71 79 89 Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation 95 95 99 102 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside ... and relays Jump starting 105 105 106 106 107 115 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 123 131 Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 132 139 144 147 150 152 156 169 170...
Table of Contents Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire Information Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Vehicle loading 66 67 71 79 89 Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation 95 95 99 102 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside ... and relays Jump starting 105 105 106 106 107 115 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 123 131 Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 132 139 144 147 150 152 156 169 170...
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...Change your engine's warranty use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your vehicle's engine. Remove the engine oil filler cap and use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine treatments. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by Ford... application. 149 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Adding engine oil 1. Engine oil and filter recommendations Use SAE 5W-50 full synthetic engine oil. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are heard...
...Change your engine's warranty use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your vehicle's engine. Remove the engine oil filler cap and use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine treatments. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by Ford... application. 149 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Adding engine oil 1. Engine oil and filter recommendations Use SAE 5W-50 full synthetic engine oil. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are heard...
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... hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down may be able to 10% savings in the scheduled maintenance guide chapter. 162 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and... found in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to change a number of alignment will usually give lower fuel economy. In general, lower temperatures give the best fuel economy...
... hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down may be able to 10% savings in the scheduled maintenance guide chapter. 162 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and... found in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to change a number of alignment will usually give lower fuel economy. In general, lower temperatures give the best fuel economy...
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... Replace the spark plugs with one of the items listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide chapter and is one that meet Ford material and design specifications for changing the spark plugs. It is essential to the life and performance of your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or equivalent... Maintenance and Specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element (2) Fuel filter Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs 1 5.4L DOHC Supercharged V8 FA-1682 FG-1091 FL-2023 1 2 The PCV valve is not used . 168 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Refer to ...
... Replace the spark plugs with one of the items listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide chapter and is one that meet Ford material and design specifications for changing the spark plugs. It is essential to the life and performance of your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or equivalent... Maintenance and Specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element (2) Fuel filter Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs 1 5.4L DOHC Supercharged V8 FA-1682 FG-1091 FL-2023 1 2 The PCV valve is not used . 168 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Refer to ...
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...filling the transaxle to between MIN and MAX lines on a level surface. 169 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Maintenance and Specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Ford Part Name Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid 1 Motorcraft Engine ...coolant Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Intercooler coolant Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Engine oil Motorcraft SAE (includes filter 5W-50 Full change) Synthetic Motor Oil ...
...filling the transaxle to between MIN and MAX lines on a level surface. 169 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Maintenance and Specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Ford Part Name Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid 1 Motorcraft Engine ...coolant Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Intercooler coolant Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Engine oil Motorcraft SAE (includes filter 5W-50 Full change) Synthetic Motor Oil ...
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...trading motor vehicles as well as fleet operations from your vehicle. Genuine Ford and Motorcraft Replacement Parts Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealerships stock Ford and Motorcraft branded replacement parts. Your dealer can offer. 178 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Value...service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire rotations to help keep your vehicle running great. Scheduled Maintenance Guide vehicle manufacturers, dealers and other persons engaged in many cases, you details. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company's specifications, and...
...trading motor vehicles as well as fleet operations from your vehicle. Genuine Ford and Motorcraft Replacement Parts Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealerships stock Ford and Motorcraft branded replacement parts. Your dealer can offer. 178 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Value...service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire rotations to help keep your vehicle running great. Scheduled Maintenance Guide vehicle manufacturers, dealers and other persons engaged in many cases, you details. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company's specifications, and...
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...operation and clean all hinges, latches and outside locks. Inspect for correct operation • Check and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. Maximum Oil Change Interval: 12 months or 5,000 miles (8,000 km), whichever occurs first. Check every month: • Check function of your dealer...are provided in this Owner's Guide. Scheduled Maintenance Guide WHICH MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SHOULD YOU FOLLOW? Inspect for clogs and obstructions 179 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Inspect for the proper service advice. Service information and supporting ...
...operation and clean all hinges, latches and outside locks. Inspect for correct operation • Check and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. Maximum Oil Change Interval: 12 months or 5,000 miles (8,000 km), whichever occurs first. Check every month: • Check function of your dealer...are provided in this Owner's Guide. Scheduled Maintenance Guide WHICH MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SHOULD YOU FOLLOW? Inspect for clogs and obstructions 179 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Inspect for the proper service advice. Service information and supporting ...
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... maintenance on your vehicle, please visit the Ford Customer Service website. You'll also find important warranty...about the importance of the vehicle. 1 Year: • Change engine oil • Inspect engine and intercooler cooling systems • Inspect...Change manual transaxle fluid • Perform six month checks as outlined earlier in this section • Replace engine air filter elements • Replace fuel filter • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. • Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and ball joints 181 2005 GT...
... maintenance on your vehicle, please visit the Ford Customer Service website. You'll also find important warranty...about the importance of the vehicle. 1 Year: • Change engine oil • Inspect engine and intercooler cooling systems • Inspect...Change manual transaxle fluid • Perform six month checks as outlined earlier in this section • Replace engine air filter elements • Replace fuel filter • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake system. • Inspect steering linkage, suspension, and ball joints 181 2005 GT...
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... • 30 48 35 56 • 40 64 45 72 • 50 80 • • • 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Scheduled Maintenance Guide Miles (x 1000) Km (x 1000) Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and rotate Multi-point inspection Inspect steering linkage... boots Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belts Replace fuel filter Replace sump drive belt Inspect engine air filter Replace engine air filter Change engine coolant (Three years/30,000 miles maximum
... • 30 48 35 56 • 40 64 45 72 • 50 80 • • • 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Scheduled Maintenance Guide Miles (x 1000) Km (x 1000) Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and rotate Multi-point inspection Inspect steering linkage... boots Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belts Replace fuel filter Replace sump drive belt Inspect engine air filter Replace engine air filter Change engine coolant (Three years/30,000 miles maximum
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Maintenance item 55 88 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) 60 96 65 104 • 70 112 75 120 • 80 128 85 136 • 90 144 95 152 • 100 160 Miles (x 1000) Km (x 1000) Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear, measure...Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belts Replace fuel filter Replace sump drive belt Inspect engine air filter Replace engine air filter Change engine coolant (Three years/30,000 miles maximum) Replace brake fluid Replace drive belt(s) Replace spark plugs Inspect/Replace PCV valve Scheduled ...
Maintenance item 55 88 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) 60 96 65 104 • 70 112 75 120 • 80 128 85 136 • 90 144 95 152 • 100 160 Miles (x 1000) Km (x 1000) Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear, measure...Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect drive belts Replace fuel filter Replace sump drive belt Inspect engine air filter Replace engine air filter Change engine coolant (Three years/30,000 miles maximum) Replace brake fluid Replace drive belt(s) Replace spark plugs Inspect/Replace PCV valve Scheduled ...
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... 216 • 145 232 • • 120 192 130 208 140 224 150 240 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Scheduled Maintenance Guide Miles (x 1000) Km (x 1000) Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and rotate Multi-point inspection Inspect steering linkage...system and heat shields Inspect drive belts Replace fuel filter Replace sump drive belt Inspect engine air filter Replace engine air filter Change engine coolant (Three years/30,000 miles maximum) Replace brake fluid Replace drive belt(s) Inspect/Replace PCV valve
... 216 • 145 232 • • 120 192 130 208 140 224 150 240 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Scheduled Maintenance Guide Miles (x 1000) Km (x 1000) Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear, measure tread depth and rotate Multi-point inspection Inspect steering linkage...system and heat shields Inspect drive belts Replace fuel filter Replace sump drive belt Inspect engine air filter Replace engine air filter Change engine coolant (Three years/30,000 miles maximum) Replace brake fluid Replace drive belt(s) Inspect/Replace PCV valve
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Scheduled Maintenance Guide OIL PUMP DRIVE BELT Change the engine oil pump drive belt if your vehicle has been stored for an extended period of time (three years or more) without the engine being operated for at least 30 minutes per year. 191 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Scheduled Maintenance Guide OIL PUMP DRIVE BELT Change the engine oil pump drive belt if your vehicle has been stored for an extended period of time (three years or more) without the engine being operated for at least 30 minutes per year. 191 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
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Index O Octane rating ...159 Oil (see Engine oil) ...147 P Parking brake ...100 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...168 Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...56 safety belt maintenance ...47 warning light and chime ...43 Safety seats for children ...58 Scheduled Maintenance Guide ...177 Coolant Change Record ...190 General Maintenance Information ...177 Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log ...180-181 What Maintenance Schedule Should You Follow? ...-171 Starting your vehicle ...95-96, 98 jump starting ...115 Steering wheel tilting ...25 195 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
Index O Octane rating ...159 Oil (see Engine oil) ...147 P Parking brake ...100 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...168 Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...56 safety belt maintenance ...47 warning light and chime ...43 Safety seats for children ...58 Scheduled Maintenance Guide ...177 Coolant Change Record ...190 General Maintenance Information ...177 Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log ...180-181 What Maintenance Schedule Should You Follow? ...-171 Starting your vehicle ...95-96, 98 jump starting ...115 Steering wheel tilting ...25 195 2005 GT (gto) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)