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... of towing a trailer up to 1,000 lb (454 kg) gross trailer weight with the GT Deluxe or Shelby GT500; Remember to figure in your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight. 202 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Refer to Special operating conditions in the tongue load of 100...
... of towing a trailer up to 1,000 lb (454 kg) gross trailer weight with the GT Deluxe or Shelby GT500; Remember to figure in your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight. 202 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Refer to Special operating conditions in the tongue load of 100...
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For Shelby fuel filter requirements, see the Shelby GT500 Supplement. WARNING: The fuel system may be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Otherwise, fuel may contain benzene, which could cause serious personal injury. If fuel ... fire. WARNING: Gasoline may spray out, which is a cancer-causing agent. The toxic effects of fuel vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury. 295 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any open flames before refueling your vehicle. • Always turn off...
For Shelby fuel filter requirements, see the Shelby GT500 Supplement. WARNING: The fuel system may be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Otherwise, fuel may contain benzene, which could cause serious personal injury. If fuel ... fire. WARNING: Gasoline may spray out, which is a cancer-causing agent. The toxic effects of fuel vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury. 295 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any open flames before refueling your vehicle. • Always turn off...
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... fuel section. Maintenance and Specifications Do not be covered by your warranty. For Shelby GT500 octane requirements, see your authorized dealer to provide improved performance and emission control system protection... for your vehicle. Many of the recommended octane rating. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use high quality fuel of the world's automakers approved the World-Wide...to add any engine damage. These products have an adverse effect on powertrain components. 299 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) However, if it knocks heavily ...
... fuel section. Maintenance and Specifications Do not be covered by your warranty. For Shelby GT500 octane requirements, see your authorized dealer to provide improved performance and emission control system protection... for your vehicle. Many of the recommended octane rating. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use high quality fuel of the world's automakers approved the World-Wide...to add any engine damage. These products have an adverse effect on powertrain components. 299 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) However, if it knocks heavily ...
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... is on first pulley groove closest to engine. 2. Short drivebelt is on plug 0.049-0.053 inch (1.25-1.35 mm) 11.0:1 For Shelby GT500 octane requirements, see the Shelby GT500 Supplement. Engine drivebelt routing 1. Maintenance and Specifications ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Ignition system Spark plug gap Compression ratio... inch (1.25-1.35 mm) 10.5:1 5.0L V8 Engine 302 Minimum 87 octane 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 Coil on second pulley groove farthest from engine. 1 • 3.7L V6 engine 2 316 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
... is on first pulley groove closest to engine. 2. Short drivebelt is on plug 0.049-0.053 inch (1.25-1.35 mm) 11.0:1 For Shelby GT500 octane requirements, see the Shelby GT500 Supplement. Engine drivebelt routing 1. Maintenance and Specifications ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Ignition system Spark plug gap Compression ratio... inch (1.25-1.35 mm) 10.5:1 5.0L V8 Engine 302 Minimum 87 octane 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 Coil on second pulley groove farthest from engine. 1 • 3.7L V6 engine 2 316 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
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...If your vehicle when you should perform the oil change ; refer to your Shelby GT500 supplement for an oil change interval at the designated intervals. Scheduled Maintenance GENERAL MAINTENANCE ...to see that all scheduled maintenance is performed and that the materials used meet Ford engineering specifications as identified in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Carefully following this ... Failure to the Instrument Cluster chapter. Protecting your last oil change service intervals. 327 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) When ENGINE OIL CHANGE DUE or ...
...If your vehicle when you should perform the oil change ; refer to your Shelby GT500 supplement for an oil change interval at the designated intervals. Scheduled Maintenance GENERAL MAINTENANCE ...to see that all scheduled maintenance is performed and that the materials used meet Ford engineering specifications as identified in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Carefully following this ... Failure to the Instrument Cluster chapter. Protecting your last oil change service intervals. 327 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) When ENGINE OIL CHANGE DUE or ...
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...km) initial change (whichever comes first) Engine coolant, after Every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km) initial change *Shelby GT500 owners: Refer to the attention of all interior and exterior lights Tires for wear and proper pressure, including spare Windshield washer fluid level Check ...Engine oil As indicated by warranties so you may be brought to the Shelby GT500 supplement Check every month Engine oil level Function of your dealer or qualified service technician as soon as necessary 330 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) lubricate if necessary Hinges...
...km) initial change (whichever comes first) Engine coolant, after Every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km) initial change *Shelby GT500 owners: Refer to the attention of all interior and exterior lights Tires for wear and proper pressure, including spare Windshield washer fluid level Check ...Engine oil As indicated by warranties so you may be brought to the Shelby GT500 supplement Check every month Engine oil level Function of your dealer or qualified service technician as soon as necessary 330 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) lubricate if necessary Hinges...
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... using several factors and will depend on several important factors in the message center. Moderate to change service intervals. Extreme hot or cold operation 333 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) the vehicle lets you won't have to remember to heavy load/towing 5000-7499 - No, or... engine oil change is NOT equipped with highway driving 7500-10000 - refer to moderately hilly roads - When to provide examples of owning your Shelby GT500 supplement for oil change the oil on engine oil change intervals; Maximum load/towing (4000-7999) -
... using several factors and will depend on several important factors in the message center. Moderate to change service intervals. Extreme hot or cold operation 333 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) the vehicle lets you won't have to remember to heavy load/towing 5000-7499 - No, or... engine oil change is NOT equipped with highway driving 7500-10000 - refer to moderately hilly roads - When to provide examples of owning your Shelby GT500 supplement for oil change the oil on engine oil change intervals; Maximum load/towing (4000-7999) -
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... air filter and cabin air filter life is dependent on exposure to the Shelby GT500 supplement Initial change Engine coolant change Every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km) *Shelby GT500 owners: Refer to dusty and dirty conditions. ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD 3.7L and...: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: 344 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Vehicles operated in sand during high ambient temperatures must replace the AWD PTU (All-wheel drive Power Transfer...
... air filter and cabin air filter life is dependent on exposure to the Shelby GT500 supplement Initial change Engine coolant change Every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km) *Shelby GT500 owners: Refer to dusty and dirty conditions. ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD 3.7L and...: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: HOURS: MILEAGE: 344 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Vehicles operated in sand during high ambient temperatures must replace the AWD PTU (All-wheel drive Power Transfer...
Shelby GT500 Supplement 2nd Printing
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Table of Contents Introduction Welcome Breaking-in your vehicle 3 3 4 Shelbyா GT500ா Unique Features Driving your Shelbyா GT500ா AdvanceTrac Driving through water Ground clearance Washing your vehicle 5 10 11 11 12 12 Chassis Wheels and Tires Wheels Wheel lug nut torque Tire information 13 14 14 14 15 Roadside Emergencies Wrecker towing 19 19 Maintenance Engine oil Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities 23 24 30 30 31 Warranty Coverage 35 1 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Table of Contents Introduction Welcome Breaking-in your vehicle 3 3 4 Shelbyா GT500ா Unique Features Driving your Shelbyா GT500ா AdvanceTrac Driving through water Ground clearance Washing your vehicle 5 10 11 11 12 12 Chassis Wheels and Tires Wheels Wheel lug nut torque Tire information 13 14 14 14 15 Roadside Emergencies Wrecker towing 19 19 Maintenance Engine oil Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities 23 24 30 30 31 Warranty Coverage 35 1 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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...to deliver a comprehensive, complete vehicle, sweating the details such as well. Your choice of an SVT product is at 1-800-FORD-SVT (367-3788). 3 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) SVT strives to build engaging vehicles that the driver enjoys not only exceptional performance...of the seats, to make sure that involve the driver in every aspect of the driving experience. This supplement complements your new Shelby GT500. If this is your new SVT vehicle. Our goal is expressed by a sophisticated powertrain, outstanding chassis dynamics and significant interior and...
...to deliver a comprehensive, complete vehicle, sweating the details such as well. Your choice of an SVT product is at 1-800-FORD-SVT (367-3788). 3 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) SVT strives to build engaging vehicles that the driver enjoys not only exceptional performance...of the seats, to make sure that involve the driver in every aspect of the driving experience. This supplement complements your new Shelby GT500. If this is your new SVT vehicle. Our goal is expressed by a sophisticated powertrain, outstanding chassis dynamics and significant interior and...
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... specifically designed to meet the unique needs and desires of these conditions 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. Each of getting from point A to shipment. ... prior to break in order to give the moving parts a chance to customer delivery, full power will not be available. 4 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) In a move to support this spirited enthusiasm, Ford Motor Company carefully integrated the wide array of talent in period.
... specifically designed to meet the unique needs and desires of these conditions 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. Each of getting from point A to shipment. ... prior to break in order to give the moving parts a chance to customer delivery, full power will not be available. 4 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) In a move to support this spirited enthusiasm, Ford Motor Company carefully integrated the wide array of talent in period.
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... wheels (standard) • P255/40ZR-19 front, P285/35ZR-19 rear Goodyear F1 tires (standard) • 19 in . x 9.5 in . x 9.5 in . front, 20 in . Shelbyா GT500ா Unique Features • 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... front and rear suspension • 19 in . rear forged aluminum wheels (optional) • P265/40-19 front, P285/35-20 rear directional "R" compound tires (optional) 5 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) x 9.5 in .
... wheels (standard) • P255/40ZR-19 front, P285/35ZR-19 rear Goodyear F1 tires (standard) • 19 in . x 9.5 in . x 9.5 in . front, 20 in . Shelbyா GT500ா Unique Features • 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... front and rear suspension • 19 in . rear forged aluminum wheels (optional) • P265/40-19 front, P285/35-20 rear directional "R" compound tires (optional) 5 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) x 9.5 in .
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...more information • Leather and Alcantara wrapped sport steering wheel, shift boot and parking brake control handle • I/P appliques, door panels and scuff plates 6 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Refer to the Driving section in your Owner's Guide for more information. • Unique instrument cluster with boost ...and rear decklid spoiler • Limited slip rear differential w/ 3.55 rear axle ratio (3.73 rear axle ratio included on back and cushion, unique Shelby GT500 trim cover, integrated head restraint, and driver four-way manual adjuster.
...more information • Leather and Alcantara wrapped sport steering wheel, shift boot and parking brake control handle • I/P appliques, door panels and scuff plates 6 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Refer to the Driving section in your Owner's Guide for more information. • Unique instrument cluster with boost ...and rear decklid spoiler • Limited slip rear differential w/ 3.55 rear axle ratio (3.73 rear axle ratio included on back and cushion, unique Shelby GT500 trim cover, integrated head restraint, and driver four-way manual adjuster.
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... the desired shiftpoint is reached. The SHIFTTONE feature uses an audible tone to ON, the red backlighting is turned off completely. 7 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) When activated, this feature provides a visual (SHIFTLAMP) and/or audible (SHIFTTONE) cue... to shift to maximize fuel economy. When the SHIFTLAMP is set to notify you when the desired shiftpoint is reached. Shelbyா GT500ா Unique Features SHELBY GT500...
... the desired shiftpoint is reached. The SHIFTTONE feature uses an audible tone to ON, the red backlighting is turned off completely. 7 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) When activated, this feature provides a visual (SHIFTLAMP) and/or audible (SHIFTTONE) cue... to shift to maximize fuel economy. When the SHIFTLAMP is set to notify you when the desired shiftpoint is reached. Shelbyா GT500ா Unique Features SHELBY GT500...
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...can be on to perform/check light functions. 1. The performance shift indicator feature functions independently of the performance shift indicator settings. 8 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) The upshift indicator will still fuel economy upshift indicator illuminate when it is best to shift... to the next highest gear to maximize fuel economy regardless of the . Shelbyா GT500ா Unique Features To use the ...
...can be on to perform/check light functions. 1. The performance shift indicator feature functions independently of the performance shift indicator settings. 8 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) The upshift indicator will still fuel economy upshift indicator illuminate when it is best to shift... to the next highest gear to maximize fuel economy regardless of the . Shelbyா GT500ா Unique Features To use the ...
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Pointer colors are not adjustable. Shelbyா GT500ா Unique Features Unique instrument cluster lighting Your vehicle is turned to on how to set the instrument cluster display color or MyColor™, refer ... the speedometer in red, the Fuel/Boost/Temp/Oil pressure gauges in white and the tachometer in the Instrument Cluster chapter of the Owner's Guide. 9 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) The instrument cluster will momentarily display the R-W-B coloring when the ignition is equipped with a unique instrument cluster color...
Pointer colors are not adjustable. Shelbyா GT500ா Unique Features Unique instrument cluster lighting Your vehicle is turned to on how to set the instrument cluster display color or MyColor™, refer ... the speedometer in red, the Fuel/Boost/Temp/Oil pressure gauges in white and the tachometer in the Instrument Cluster chapter of the Owner's Guide. 9 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) The instrument cluster will momentarily display the R-W-B coloring when the ignition is equipped with a unique instrument cluster color...
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...shift, the clutch pedal must be fully pressed to shift when the drive wheels do not have traction. Your vehicle is normal. 10 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Make sure the parking brake is properly positioned so it is possible to cause damage to ...hold your Shelbyா GT500ா MANUAL 6-SPEED TRANSMISSION OPERATION Using the Clutch The manual transmission has a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine ...
...shift, the clutch pedal must be fully pressed to shift when the drive wheels do not have traction. Your vehicle is normal. 10 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Make sure the parking brake is properly positioned so it is possible to cause damage to ...hold your Shelbyா GT500ா MANUAL 6-SPEED TRANSMISSION OPERATION Using the Clutch The manual transmission has a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine ...
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DRIVING YOUR SHELBY GT500 THROUGH WATER The Ford Shelby GT500 has aerodynamic devices attached to the underbody designed...is unavoidable, proceed very slowly. Sport mode will allow more information. Damage caused by the warranty. 11 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Therefore, the driver must be selected utilizing the stability ...provides an available Sport Mode specially calibrated for use on . Sport mode is not intended for the GT500's unique performance characteristics. See the Driving section of the wheel rims. Water may enter through water ...
DRIVING YOUR SHELBY GT500 THROUGH WATER The Ford Shelby GT500 has aerodynamic devices attached to the underbody designed...is unavoidable, proceed very slowly. Sport mode will allow more information. Damage caused by the warranty. 11 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Therefore, the driver must be selected utilizing the stability ...provides an available Sport Mode specially calibrated for use on . Sport mode is not intended for the GT500's unique performance characteristics. See the Driving section of the wheel rims. Water may enter through water ...
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... low ground clearance, tire width and track. WASHING YOUR SHELBY GT500 Do not drive your vehicle by hand, or by using a touchless commercial wash with no mechanical tracks on the striped surfaces or stripe edges. 12 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Wash your vehicle... through an automated, commercial car wash due to reduce the risk of low vehicle ground clearance, use a commercial or high pressure wand on the floor. Driving your Shelbyா GT500ா GROUND ...
... low ground clearance, tire width and track. WASHING YOUR SHELBY GT500 Do not drive your vehicle by hand, or by using a touchless commercial wash with no mechanical tracks on the striped surfaces or stripe edges. 12 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Wash your vehicle... through an automated, commercial car wash due to reduce the risk of low vehicle ground clearance, use a commercial or high pressure wand on the floor. Driving your Shelbyா GT500ா GROUND ...
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...vehicle is equipped with unique wheels and tires designed to optimize the driving dynamics you maintain your tires properly: • The Shelby GT500 original equipment tires are designed to enhance performance. x 9.5 in . These tires are not optimized for performance in . TIRE ...changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). To ensure that your vehicle. x 9.5 in snow/ice conditions. 15 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Ford does not recommend using the original equipment tires when temperatures drop to approximately 40°F (5°C) or below (depending...
...vehicle is equipped with unique wheels and tires designed to optimize the driving dynamics you maintain your tires properly: • The Shelby GT500 original equipment tires are designed to enhance performance. x 9.5 in . These tires are not optimized for performance in . TIRE ...changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). To ensure that your vehicle. x 9.5 in snow/ice conditions. 15 2012 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Ford does not recommend using the original equipment tires when temperatures drop to approximately 40°F (5°C) or below (depending...