FORD MUSTANG 2004 4.G SVT Supplement Manual

•In the event that you encounter an abnormally
harsh impact, inspect your tires for damage.
•Inspect your tires for damage on a regular basis.
If a tire is damaged, replace it immediately.
•Proper suspension alignment is critical for
maximum performance and optimal tire wear. If
you notice uneven tire wear, have your alignment
checked.
•Rotate tires as recommended in your Owner’s
Guide or SVT Owner’s Guide Supplement.
•When replacing tires, the only way to assure
original performance is to use the original
equipment tire. If a different tire is used, it should
be the same size, speed rating and load rating.
WHEELS
Your SVT vehicle is equipped with unique wheels
matched to the tires. These wheels are more
susceptible to damage due to their diameter, width
and low profile tires. To avoid damage to your
wheels:
•Maintain proper tire pressure (see“Tires”
previously listed).
•Extra caution should be taken when using
automatic car washes. Although your vehicle is
capable of being washed in an automatic car
wash, equipment may vary and wheel damage is
possible.
•When installing wheels, always torque lug nuts to
specification with a torque wrench.
•Inspect your wheels for damage on a regular
basis. 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.
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OPERATING AT HIGH SPEEDS
Your SVT vehicle is capable of high speeds and is
equipped with tires rated for the vehicle’s maximum
speed. Remember to drive safely, obey all traffic
laws and only operate your SVT vehicle at high
speeds at locations equipped and designed to do so
safely. Before operating your vehicle at high speeds:
•Assure correct tire pressures (see“Tires”
previously listed).
•Inspect wheels and tires for wear and damage.
Replace any damaged wheels or tires.
•Do not operate your vehicle at high speeds with
more than two passengers or while carrying cargo.
WINTER DRIVING
The original equipment tires on your SVT vehicle are
designed for maximum performance in dry and wet
conditions. They are not designed for winter use on
ice or snow and cannot be used with snow chains. 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:
•Always use winter tires on all 4 wheels and use 4
of the same size, brand and model.
•Be aware that winter or all-season tires will not
perform as well as the original equipment tire in
dry and wet conditions. Expect handling, steering
and braking to be degraded.
•Do not use a winter tire with less than a“T”
rating, and even with clear, dry driving conditions
do not operate your vehicle above posted speed
limits while using winter tires. Never perform
high-speed driving with winter tires.
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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.
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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 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. 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.
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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