Ford 2010 Shelby GT500 Supplement Manual

Ford 2010 Shelby GT500 Supplement Manual

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Copyright © 2009 Ford Motor Company
2010 05+ Mustang (197)
Supplement, 1st Printing
USA (fus)

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2009 Ford Motor Company...
  • Page 2: Introduction

    WELCOME Congratulations on your decision to purchase or lease the latest from Ford SVT — the Shelby GT500. 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 SVT family! We are confident that our dedication...
  • Page 3 Performance, Substance, Exclusivity and Value. These hallmarks 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 and GT500KR. We are proud and passionate about what we do, and we’re glad you have made us your choice.
  • Page 4: Shelby Gt500 Unique Features

    Shelby GT500 unique features UNIQUE FEATURES • 5.4L DOHC 32V Supercharged V-8 engine with intercooler — 540 horsepower @ 6,200 rpm, 510 lb-ft torque @ 4,500 rpm SAE certified • Low-restriction, cold air intake system • SVT tuned exhaust system with X pipe and 4 inch tips •...
  • Page 5 Driving section in your owner’s guide. • Unique cluster with boost gauge and programmable performance shift indicator • Unique Shelby GT500 seats • Leather-wrapped sport steering wheel, shift boot and parking brake handle • I/P appliques, door panels, and scuff plates...
  • Page 6 Shelby GT500 unique features Performance shift indicator Your vehicle is equipped with a programmable performance shift indicator. When activated, this feature provides a visual (SHIFTLAMP) and/or audible (SHIFTTONE) cue to shift to the next highest gear at an engine rpm specified by the driver.
  • Page 7 Shelby GT500 unique features 5. Press and hold RESET to raise the desired SHIFTPOINT in increments of 100 rpm. Note: The SHIFTPOINT can be adjusted from 1,500-6,500 rpm. The performance shift indicator feature functions independently of the fuel economy upshift indicator ( ).
  • Page 8: Driving Your Shelby Gt500

    Driving your Shelby GT500 ALTERNATE CALIBRATION Your Shelby GT500 power train control module (PCM) strategy contains a feature to limit supercharger boost pressure and engine speed to 4000 rpm for the first five consecutive miles of vehicle operation or 50 engine start/warm up cycles.
  • Page 9: Advancetrac

    AdvanceTrac system is still enabled. DRIVING YOUR SHELBY GT500 THROUGH WATER The Ford Shelby GT500 has aerodynamic devices attached to the underbody designed to help control airflow for superior performance. Therefore, the driver must be especially careful to avoid driving through deep or standing water.
  • Page 10: Ground Clearance

    Driving your Shelby GT500 GROUND CLEARANCE Note: Because of low vehicle ground clearance, use caution when approaching curbs/curb stops from the front and rear as vehicle damage could occur. Additionally, when crossing speed bumps or driveway curbs, SVT recommends approaching at a 45 degree angle to reduce the risk of vehicle damage.
  • Page 11: Tire Information

    Tire information SUSPENSION • MacPherson strut with L-arm front suspension • 8.8 inch solid rear axle with limited slip differential (3.55:1 ratio) Coupe stabilizer bars: • 34 x 5.1 mm tubular front stabilizer bar • 24 mm solid rear bar •...
  • Page 12: Wheel Lug Nut Torque

    20 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel.
  • Page 13 To ensure that your tires perform as intended, it is important that you maintain your tires properly: • The Shelby GT500 original equipment tires are optimized for performance in both wet and dry conditions. Ford does not recommend using the original equipment tires when temperatures are below 40°F (5°C) or in snow/ice conditions.
  • Page 14 Never perform high speed driving with winter tires. Please call the Ford Performance Info Center at 1-800-FORD-SVT (367-3788) for specific winter tire recommendations. 2010 05+ Mustang (197)
  • Page 15 If you notice that the tires wear unevenly, have them checked. The tires on your Shelby GT500 should be rotated every 5,000 miles (8,000 km). This will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance and longer tire life.
  • Page 16: Roadside Emergencies

    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 slingbelt towing procedure. If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur.
  • Page 17 Roadside Emergencies Transportation instructions When towing the vehicle, ensure that you use two mini J hooks and attach them to the crossmember oblong holes as shown. Other methods may damage the vehicle. 2010 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 18 Roadside Emergencies Wheel lift When towing the 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. 2010 05+ Mustang (197)
  • Page 19 Roadside Emergencies Flatbed 1. 36 in. (91 cm) 4x4 loading block 2. 18 in. (45.72 cm) 4x4 loading block 3. 11.5° maximum 2010 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 20: Maintenance And Specifications

    Maintenance and Specifications 5.4L DOHC SUPERCHARGED V–8 ENGINE 1. Battery 2. Supercharger 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Intercooler coolant reservoir 8. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Engine oil filler cap 10.
  • Page 21: Engine Oil

    ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION Use Motorcraft SAE 5W-50 full synthetic or an equivalent SAE 5W-50 full synthetic oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C931-B. Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine treatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty.
  • Page 22 Maintenance and Specifications When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir. • The coolant should be at the “cold fill range” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir and intercooler coolant reservoir. • Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules.
  • Page 23 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. • Add Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (green-colored), VC-5-A (U.S., Mexico) or CXC-10 (Canada) or Motorcraft...
  • Page 24 Maintenance and Specifications • Do not mix with recycled coolant unless from a Ford-approved recycling process (see Use of recycled engine coolant section). WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap.
  • Page 25: Air Filter(S)

    Maintenance and Specifications 10. If necessary, add a 50/50 mixture of coolant and distilled water to the coolant reservoir until the coolant level is at the “cold fill range” as listed on the reservoir. After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration (refer to Checking coolant in the Owner’s Guide).
  • Page 26: Part Numbers

    Maintenance and Specifications When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filter element listed. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.
  • Page 27: Refill Capacities

    Maintenance and Specifications 2010 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 28 Maintenance and Specifications 2010 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 29 Maintenance and Specifications USING THE RIGHT BULBS Function Trade Number Park lamp, turn lamp, side marker (front) 3156K Luggage compartment lamp S211 Fog lamp PS24N DRIVETRAIN Item Description Rear axle 8.8 in. solid rear axle with limited-slip differential 3.55:1 ratio Driveshaft 2-piece aluminum Transmission...
  • Page 30 Maintenance and Specifications ENGINE INFORMATION Item Description Configuration Longitudinally mounted, 90-degree V8, cast-iron cylinder block and cast aluminum cylinder heads Bore x Stroke 90.2 x 105.8 mm (3.55 x 4.165 in) Displacement 5410 cc/330 cid Compression ratio 8.4:1 Horsepower 540 Horsepower @ 6200 rpm Torque 510 lb-ft torque @ 4500 rpm Redline...
  • Page 31 Maintenance and Specifications Engine drivebelt routing 5.4L DOHC 32V Supercharged V-8 2010 05+ Mustang (197) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 32: Warranty Coverage

    This information is covered in its entirety in the Ford Motor Company Warranty Guide. Warranty service for the Shelby GT500 or any SVT vehicle can be obtained at any Ford 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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