service FORD MUSTANG 2003 4.G SVT Supplement Manual

INTRODUCTION
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
SVT family! We are confident that our dedication to
quality, craftsmanship, and customer service will
ensure many miles of exhilarating, safe and
comfortable driving in your new SVT Mustang Cobra.
Your choice of an SVT product is an intelligent and
informed one. SVT strives to build engaging vehicles
that involve the driver in every aspect of the driving
experience. Although performance is at the heart of
every SVT vehicle, we go much further. Our goal is
to deliver a comprehensive, complete vehicle,
sweating the details such as the sound of the
exhaust, the quality of the interior materials, and the
functionality and the comfort of the seats, to ensure
that the driver enjoys not only exceptional
performance, but an outstandingdriving
environmentas well. In the SVT Mustang Cobra,
that philosophy is expressed by a sophisticated
powertrain, outstanding chassis dynamics and
significant interior and exterior enhancements.
This supplement complements your Mustang
Owner’s Guide and provides information specific to
SVT and the SVT Mustang Cobra. By referring to the
pages listed in this supplement, you can identify
those features, recommendations, and specifications
unique to your new SVT Mustang Cobra.
If you have any questions, please call us at the SVT
Info. Center from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST at
1–800–FORD-SVT (1–800–367–3788).
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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.
In a move to support this spirited enthusiasm, Ford
Motor Company carefully integrated the wide array of
talent in the company into a small, cross-functional
group of engineers, product planners, and marketing
people, housed together under one roof with a
common mission: to create vehicles specifically
designed to meet the unique needs and desires of the
knowledgeable driving enthusiast.
Each of the over 100,000 SVT vehicles produced
since the 1993 model year has been designed and
developed with the four SVT Hallmarks in mind:
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 and the SVT Focus.
We are proud and passionate about what we do, and
we’re glad you have made us your choice.
SVT OWNERSHIP BENEFITS
•SVT Authorized Dealers:A network of specially
trained and certified SVT dealers who are
dedicated to maintaining a culture within their
dealerships that understands the knowledgeable
driving enthusiast.
•SVT Premium Service*:As an owner or lessee
of a 2003 model year SVT vehicle, you will be
provided a complimentary loaner vehicle when
your 2003 SVT vehicle is in for service (includes
warranty work and routine maintenance, other
than oil changes). The dealership will also wash
and vacuum your vehicle upon request.
•
SVT Owner’s Association (SVTOA) One year
membership:
The SVT Owners Association
(SVTOA) is a club dedicated to enhance the SVT
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ownership experience through events and activities,
as well as the camaraderie of spending time with
other SVT enthusiasts. Your new vehicle purchase or
lease entitles you to a free one-year membership.
•10% discount at the Bob Bondurant School
of High Performance Driving:The techniques
learned at the Bob Bondurant School of High
Performance Driving will enhance the overall
driving experience through increased ability and
confidence. The SVT discount is available to you
for one year from the date of vehicle purchase.
Contact the Bondurant School at 1–800–842–7223
for more information.
•Certificate of Authenticity:The certificate
documents your SVT vehicle’s date of production,
vehicle identification number, final assembly plant,
and production sequence number. Certificates are
printed 60 to 90 days after model year production
ends and are mailed to you automatically .
•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. to 6:00 p.m. EST Monday-Friday.
•SVT website:The official SVT website,
www.svt.ford.com, will provide you with
frequently updated information on products,
events and many other areas of interest to SVT
owners and enthusiasts.
•Official SVT merchandise:Show the world your
enthusiasm for SVT! We have completely updated
the SVT apparel lineup with higher quality, brand
name merchandise and are constantly looking for
and adding new items. To order direct, call
1–800–FORD-SVT.
* At participating dealerships only. SVT Premium
Service is in effect throughout the standard warranty
period. Some restrictions apply. See your dealer for
details.
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Fluid Ford Part Name Capacity
Intercooler coolant Motorcraft
Premium Engine
Coolant
(green-colored) or
Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)3.75L (3.96 qts)
Transmission fluid
3Refer to the label
on your
transmission3.9L (8.2 pints)4
Windshield washer
fluidUltra-Clear
Windshield Washer
Concentrate3.8L (4.0 quarts)
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your
vehicle.
2Rear axle lubricants do not need to be checked or
changed unless a leak is suspected, service is
required or the axle assembly has been submerged
in water. The axle lubricant should be changed any
time the rear axle has been submerged in water. 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.
3The TTC T56 6 Speed transmission on your SVT
Mustang Cobra uses automatic transmission fluid.
Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is
used as indicated in the label on your transmission.
4Service refill capacity is determined by filling the
transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with the
vehicle on a level surface.
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OCTANE RECOMMENDATIONS
Your vehicle is designed
to use“Premium”
unleaded gasoline with
an (R+M)/2 octane
rating of 91 or higher for optimum performance. The
use of gasolines with lower octane ratings may
degrade performance. We do not recommend the
use of gasolines labeled as“Premium”in high
altitude areas that are sold with octane ratings of
less than 91.
If your engine knocks under most driving conditions
while you are using fuel with the recommended
octane rating, see your dealer or a qualified service
technician to prevent any engine damage.
CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT
The concentration and level of engine coolant should
be checked at the mileage intervals listed in the
scheduled maintenance guide. The coolant
concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant
and water, which equates to a freeze point of -36°C
(-34°F). Coolant concentration testing is possible
with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester (such as the
Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester,
0014–R1060). The level of coolant should be
maintained at the“cold full”of“cold fill range”level
in the coolant reservoir. If the level falls below, add
coolant per the instructions in theAdding Engine
Coolantsection.
Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine
coolant and water concentration. If the
concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above
60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not
work properly.A50–50 mixture of coolant and
water provides the following:
•freeze protection down to -36°C (-34°F).
•boiling protection up to 129°C (265°F).
•protection against rust and other forms of
corrosion.
91(R+M)/2 METHOD
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•an accurate temperature readout from the
engine coolant gauge.
When the engine is cold,
check the level of the
engine coolant in the
reservoir.
•The engine coolant should be at the“cold fill
level”as listed on the engine coolant reservoir.
•Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for
service interval schedules.
•Be sure to read and understandPrecautions
when servicing your vehiclein this chapter.
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 coolantin this chapter.
Note:Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do
not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield
washer fluid outside of its specified function and
vehicle location.
Adding engine coolant
When adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50
mixture of engine coolant and distilled water. Add
the mixture to the coolant reservoir,when the
engine is cool, until the appropriate fill level is
obtained.
Do not add engine coolant when the engine
is hot. Steam and scalding liquids released
from a hot cooling system can burn you badly.
Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot
engine parts.
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Do not put engine coolant in the windshield
washer fluid container. If sprayed on the
windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult
to see through the windshield.
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-4–A (U.S.) or CXC-10
(Canada) or Motorcraft Premium Gold
Engine Coolant (yellow-colored), VC-7–A,
depending on the type of coolant originally
equipped in your vehicle.If you are unsure
which type of coolant your vehicle requires, check
your coolant reservoir or contact your local
dealer.
•Do not add/mix an orange-colored, extended
life coolant such as Motorcraft Speciality
Orange Engine Coolant, VC-2 (US) or
CXC-209 (Canada), meeting Ford
specification WSS-M97B44–D with the
factory-filled coolant.Mixing Motorcraft
Speciality Orange Engine Coolant or any
orange-colored extended life product with your
factory filled coolant can result in degraded
corrosion protection.
•A large amount of water without engine coolant
may be added, in case of emergency, to reach a
vehicle service location. In this instance, the
cooling system must be drained and refilled with a
50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled
water as soon as possible. Water alone (without
engine coolant) can cause engine damage from
corrosion, overheating or freezing.
•Do not use alcohol, methanol or brine or any
engine coolants mixed with alcohol or
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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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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.
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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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