compression ratio FORD MUSTANG 2000 4.G Owners Manual

1Add 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.
Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not
require changing unless the axle has been submerged in water.
2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used.
Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on
the dipstick handle. MERCONtand MERCONtV are not
interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCONtand MERCONtV. Refer to
your Scheduled Maintenance Guide to determine the correct service
interval.
ENGINE DATA
Engine 3.8L OHV V6 engine 4.6L SOHC V8 engine
Cubic inches 232 281
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Spark plug gap 1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-00.056 inch)1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-00.056 inch)
Ignition system EDIS Coil on plug
Compression ratio 9.4:1 9.0:1
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
Vehicle dimensions Coupe mm (in) Convertible mm (in)
(1) Overall length 4 653.3 (183.2) 4 653.3 (183.2)
(2) Overall width 1 856.7 (73.1) 1 856.7 (73.1)
(3) Overall height 1 348.7 (53.1) 1 351.3 (53.2)
(4) Wheelbase 2 573.0 (101.3) 2 573.0 (101.3)
(5) Track - Front 1 534.2 (60.4)
11 534.2 (60.4)1
(5) Track - Rear 1 539.2 (60.6)21 539.2 (60.6)2
11 521.5 mm (59.9 in) for Mustang GT21 526.5 mm (60.1 in) for Mustang GT
Capacities and specifications
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