Introduction WELCOME Congratulations on your decision to purchase or lease a Ford SVT Mustang Cobra. If you’ve owned or leased an SVT product in the past, we’re glad you’re back. If this is your first SVT vehicle, welcome to the...
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Introduction 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.
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• SVT Info Center: Have a question or want more information about your new SVT vehicle? Call the SVT Info Center at 1–800–FORD-SVT. We’ll handle your request or get you in touch with someone who can. The SVT Info Center is open from 8:30 a.m.
• Interval wipers with aerodynamic wiper/blade • Electroluminescent cluster with mechanical boost gauge • Sport seats with adjustable driver bolsters and leather and preferred suede seating surfaces • Sport pedals with aluminum covers • Leather-wrapped sport steering wheel 2004 Mustang (mus) Supplement USA English (fus)
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Cobra unique standard features SPORT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Upshift Illuminates when it is best to shift to the next highest manual transmission gear for the maximum fuel economy. 2004 Mustang (mus) Supplement USA English (fus)
• 26 mm tubular rear stabilizer bar • Retuned front control arm bushing rates • Bilstein Montotube shocks and struts Spring rates: • 600 lb/in front and rear (coupe) • 500 lb/in front and 470 lb/in rear (convertible) 2004 Mustang (mus) Supplement USA English (fus)
6–way power seat adjustment, power lumbar and power adjustable bolster controls. These features allow the driver to adjust the seat location, the amount of lumbar support and the fit of the seat. 2004 Mustang (mus) Supplement USA English (fus)
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3. Lumbar controls — Press to inflate (increase lumbar support), or to deflate (decrease lumbar support.) For maximum ease of vehicle ingress/egress, the seat cushion and seat back bolsters should be completely deflated. 2004 Mustang (mus) Supplement USA English (fus)
High Performance Synthetic (2.9 pints) Rear Axle Lubricant Fuel tank 59.4L (15.7 gallons) Intercooler Motorcraft Premium Engine 3.75L coolant Coolant (green-colored) or (3.96 qts) Motorcraft Premium Gold (see your Engine Coolant dealer for (yellow-colored) service) 2004 Mustang (mus) Supplement USA English (fus)
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Fill 6 mm to 14 mm (1/4 inch to 9/16 inch) below bottom of fill hole. Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118–A for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. The TTC T56 6–Speed transmission on your SVT Mustang Cobra uses automatic transmission fluid.
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If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval, the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. If the reservoir is low or empty, add engine coolant to the reservoir. Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter. 2004 Mustang (mus) Supplement USA English (fus)
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The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with either green-colored Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44–A or yellow-colored Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant meeting Ford Specification WSS-M97B51–A1. To determine your vehicle’s coolant type (color), check your coolant reservoir.
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• Do not mix with recycled coolant unless from a Ford-approved recycling process (see Use of Recycled Engine Coolant section). To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap.
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(refer to Checking Engine Coolant). If the concentration is not 50/50 (protection to –34° F/–36° C), drain some coolant and adjust the concentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50/50 coolant concentration. 2004 Mustang (mus) Supplement USA English (fus)
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The front and rear tie rod ends on this vehicle have high temperature seals with greaseable fittings. The fittings must be lubricated at 15,000–mile intervals using Ford recommended ESA M1C 92A grease to ensure proper function and extended service life. • location of the front tie rod •...
• Extra caution should be taken when operating the vehicle near its maximum load, including assuring proper tire pressure and reducing speeds. • Extra caution should be taken when operating on rough roads to avoid impacts that could cause tire damage. 2004 Mustang (mus) Supplement USA English (fus)
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If a wheel is damaged, replace it immediately. • In the event that you encounter an abnormally harsh impact, inspect the outer diameter of your wheels, both inside and out, for damage. 2004 Mustang (mus) Supplement USA English (fus)
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If you will be operating your vehicle in these conditions, winter or all-season tires must be used. Contact the Ford SVT Hotline at 1–800–FORD-SVT for information on SVT recommended winter tires for your vehicle. When using winter or all-season tires: •...
It is recommended that your vehicle be towed only with flatbed equipment and that 4x4 blocks must be used when loading/unloading your vehicle. Do not tow with a wheel lift or a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure.
This information is covered in its entirety in the Ford Motor Company Warranty Guide. Warranty service for the SVT Mustang Cobra or any SVT vehicle can be obtained at any Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer nationwide. SVT does not recommend modifying or racing SVT vehicles, as they are designed and built to be driven as delivered from the factory.
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