FORD MUSTANG 2003 4.G SVT Supplement Manual

fittings must be lubricated at regular maintenance
intervals as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance
Guide using Ford recommended ESA M1C 92A
grease to ensure proper function and extended
service life.
•location of the front
tie rod
•location of the rear tie
rod
USING THE RIGHT BULBS
Function Trade Number
Luggage compartment lamp S211
High-mount brake lamp (Service as
complete assembly)See your Dealer
Fog lamp 9145
WINTER DRIVING
For winter driving, it is recommended to install
radial winter tires.
Winter tires are designed to improve traction in
adverse winter weather conditions.
Note:Use of tire cable/chains are restricted on this
vehicle due to the potential damage to body and/or
suspension components.
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When installing winter tires:
•Only radial ply winter tires may be installed.
•For a recommended wheel and tire package, ask
your SVT dealer or call the SVT Info. Center at
(800) FORD-SVT.
•Winter tires of the same size and type must be
mounted on all four wheel positions.
•Winter tires must have the same load capacity as
the vehicle’s original equipment tires.
Do not exceed 75 miles per hour in a
vehicle equipped with winter tires.
Winter tires available for your vehicle will
likely have a maximum speed rating which is
less than the maximum speed of your vehicle.
Driving faster than the maximum speed for which
tires are rated and approved may lead to sudden
tire failure. This can cause loss of vehicle control
and lead to an accident and personal injury.
Adjust your driving and speed to prevailing
road and traffic conditions.
Observe the specified tire inflation
pressures.
Have the wheel and tire assemblies balanced
every time the tires are dismounted.
The use of snow cables or chains on the
vehicle (vehicle specific tire size) tire is not
recommended for this vehicle, as damage to your
vehicle may occur.
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WRECKER TOWING
If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a
professional towing service or, if you are a member,
your roadside assistance center.
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.
If the vehicle is towed by other means or
incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur.
Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for
all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow
truck operator refer to this manual for proper
hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle.
Auxiliary power distribution block
Cobra vehicles have an auxiliary power distribution
block that is located by the air cleaner assembly.
Fuse Amp RatingPower Distribution Box Description
30A CB High-speed fan
Full ISO Relay Intercooler Pump
Please refer to your owner’s guide for complete
fusing information.
Roadside Emergencies
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A WORD ABOUT WARRANTY COVERAGE
The SVT Mustang Cobra carries the same New
Vehicle Limited Warranty as other Ford Mustang
models. 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 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. The Ford Motor
Company Warranty Guide discusses vehicle usage
and the installation of aftermarket parts and their
effect on warranty coverage as follows:
Repairs are not reimbursable under warranty when
damage is caused by:
•misusing the vehicle, such as driving over curbs,
overloading, racing, or using the vehicle as a
stationary power source.
•altering or modifying the vehicle—including the
body, chassis, or components—after the vehicle
leaves Ford’s control.
•non-Ford parts installed after the vehicle leaves
Ford’s control, including, but not limited to,
cellular phones, alarm systems, and automatic
starting systems.
Please see the Warranty guide for complete
information.
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In the event the vehicle is intended for track use,
and the loss of warranty coverage is not of concern,
the following modifications are recommended:
•install front and rear racing compound brake pads
(Ford Racing Performance part #M-2001–A).
•Install rear differential cooler (Ford Racing
Performance Part #M-4000–K). Permanent
damage to the rear differential will result if the
vehicle is subjected to competition conditions
without installation of a differential cooler.
Making these noted modifications and subjecting
your SVT Mustang Cobra to competition conditions
will render repairs non-reimbursable under the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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