Ford Mustang 2007, 2007 Mustang Shelby GT500 Supplement Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction

Shelby GT500 unique features

Driving your Shelby GT500

Alternate calibration 8
Transmission operation 8
Driving through water 9
Ground clearance 9
Washing your vehicle 9

Chassis

Lug nut torque 11

Roadside Emergencies

Temporary mobility kit 15
Fuses and relays 22
Wrecker towing 24

Maintenance and Specifications

Engine oil 29
Air filter(s) 33
Part numbers 34
Refill capacities 35

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A word about warranty coverage

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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
to quality, craftsmanship and customer service will ensure many miles of
exhilarating, safe and comfortable driving in your new Shelby GT500.

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 outstanding driving environment as
well. In the Shelby GT500, 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 GT500. By referring to the
pages listed in this supplement, you can identify those features,
recommendations and specifications unique to your new SVT vehicle. If
there are any discrepancies between this supplement and the Mustang
Owner Guide, this supplement shall supersede the information found in
the Mustang Owner Guide for the 2007 Shelby GT500.

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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 nearly 150,000 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, the SVT Focus, and now the Shelby GT500.

We are proud and passionate about what we do, and we’re glad you have
made us your choice.

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Shelby GT500 unique features

UNIQUE FEATURES

• 5.4L DOHC 32V Supercharged V–8 Engine with Intercooler —
485 Horsepower @ 6,000 rpm, 475 lb-ft torque @ 3,750 rpm

• Engine oil cooler

• TR–6060 6 speed manual transmission

• Dual Disc Cera-Metallic Clutch

• Anti-lock Brake System with Traction Control娂

• High Performance Brake Pads

• Front Brakes: Brembo 14 in Vented Disc with four piston Aluminum

Calipers

• Rear Brakes include unique friction material

• SVT Tuned Front and Rear Suspension

• 18 in x 9.5 in Cast Aluminum Wheels

• Front tires: P255/45R18 Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar

• Rear tires: P285/40R18 Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar

• Specially tuned exhaust system with X pipe

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• Unique Front Fascia, Rear Fascia, Splitter, Fog lamps, Hood with
Functional Air Extractors, Decklid spoiler

• Flat blade wiper system

• 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

SHELBY GT500 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

Upshift

Illuminates when it is best to shift to the next highest manual
transmission gear to maximize fuel economy.

Multi Shift indicators:

1. Upshift (

2. SVT: Performance Shift Indicator (1)

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.

) : Set for maximum fuel economy

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The SHIFTLAMP feature uses the SVT logo on the tachometer to notify
you when the desired shiftpoint is reached. The SVT symbol is backlit in
red under normal driving conditions (SHIFTLAMP OFF). When the
SHIFTLAMP is set to ON, the red back lighting is turned off and the SVT
logo will turn bright orange when the desired shift point is reached.

The SHIFTTONE feature uses an audible tone to notify you when the
desired shiftpoint is reached.

SHIFTLAMP and SHIFTTONE can be used separately, together, or
turned off completely.

To use the Performance Shift Indicator feature, first bring the vehicle
to a complete stop then use the Message Center controls as follows:

1. Press SETUP repeatedly until

PRESS RESET TO SET
SHIFTPOINT appears in the display.

2. Press RESET to toggle between

SHIFTLAMP ON/OFF. Press SETUP
when finished.

3. Press RESET to toggle between

SHIFTTONE ON/OFF. Press SETUP
when finished.

4. Press INFO to lower the desired

SHIFTPOINT in increments of
100 rpm.

5. Press RESET to raise the desired

SHIFTPOINT in increments of
100 rpm.

Note: The SHIFTPOINT can be adjusted from 1,500–6,000 rpm.

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The Performance Shift Indicator feature functions independently of the
fuel economy Upshift Indicator (
illuminate when it is best to shift to the next highest gear to maximize
fuel economy regardless of the Performance Shift Indicator Settings.

Message Center

The following are possible messages you may see in your Shelby GT500
Message Center:

CHECK TRACTION CONTROL娂: Displayed when the Traction
Control娂 system is not operating properly. If this message is displayed
on the message center, the Traction Control娂 system will be partially
operable. If this warning stays on, contact your dealer for service as soon
as possible. For further information, refer to Traction Control娂 in the
Driving chapter in your Owner’s Guide.

TRACTION CONTROL娂 ACTIVE: Displayed when the Traction
Control娂 system is active. For further information, refer to Traction
Control娂 in the Driving chapter in your Owner’s Guide.

Note: When traction control is turned off, it is possible to lose traction.
If you attempt to shift with the rear wheels spinning with a loss of
traction, it is possible to cause damage to the transmission. Do not
attempt to shift when the rear wheels do not have traction. Damage
caused by misuse of the vehicle is not covered.

ENGINE FAIL SAFE MODE: Displayed when the engine has defaulted
to a ’limp-home’ operation. If the warning stays on or continues to come
on, contact your dealer as soon as possible.

). The Upshift Indicator will still

Unique instrument cluster lighting

Your vehicle is equipped with a unique instrument cluster color display.
In place of ORANGE, you can select R-W-B which will illuminate the
speedometer in RED, the Fuel/Boost/Temp/Oil Pressure gauges in
WHITE and the tachometer in BLUE. (Pointer colors are not adjustable).

The instrument cluster will momentarily display the R-W-B coloring when
the ignition is turned to ON or START and will then return to the
previously chosen color.

For instructions on how to set the instrument cluster display color or
MyColor娂, refer to Message Center — Display Color in the Driver
Controls chapter in the Owner’s Guide.

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Driving your Shelby GT500

ALTERNATE CALIBRATION

Your 2007 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. This feature is enabled prior to
shipment. If neither of these conditions have been satisfied prior to
customer delivery, full power will not be available.

MANUAL 6 SPEED TRANSMISSION OPERATION

Using the clutch

The manual transmission has a starter interlock that prevents cranking
the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed.

To start the vehicle:

1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set.

2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor, then put the gearshift lever in the

neutral position.

3. Start the engine, then press the brake pedal and release the parking

brake.

4. Move the gearshift lever to 1st gear, then slowly release the clutch

pedal while slowly pressing on the accelerator.
During each shift, the clutch pedal must be fully depressed to the floor.

Failure to fully depress the clutch pedal to the floor may cause increased
shift efforts, prematurely wear transmission components or damage the
transmission. Make sure the floor mat is properly positioned so it doesn’t
interfere with the full extension of the clutch pedal.

Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch
pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill. These
actions will reduce the life of the clutch.

Due to the high performance of the powertrain, a certain amount of
noise from the transmission is normal. This noise will be most noticeable
when the vehicle is idling in neutral with the clutch pedal out but can
also occur when driving away from a stop.

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Your vehicle is equipped with a twin disc cera-metallic clutch. This
clutch incorporates racing technology to combine a low inertia clutch
assembly with a very durable friction material with high torque
capability. Depending on your driving technique, the smoothness of how
the vehicle reacts to clutch engagement may be different from other
vehicles you have driven. This behavior is typical of a cera-metallic
clutch and is not indicative of any abnormal issues with your vehicle.

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. If driving through deep or standing water is
unavoidable, proceed very slowly. Never drive through water that is
higher than the bottom of the wheel rims.

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.

WASHING YOUR SHELBY GT500

Do not drive your vehicle through an automated, commercial car
wash due to the vehicle’s low ground clearance, tire width and
track. Wash your vehicle by hand, with a commercial wand, or by
using a touchless commercial wash with no mechanical tracks on
the floor.

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Chassis

SUSPENSION

• 8.8 in. solid rear axle with limited slip differential (3.31:1 ratio)

Coupe stabilizer bars:

• 34 x 5.8 mm tubular front stabilizer bar

• 24 mm solid rear bar

• Tokico twin tube shocks and struts

Convertible stabilizer bars:

• 34 x 5.1 mm tubular front stabilizer bar

• 20 mm solid rear bar

• Tokico twin tube shocks and struts

Spring rates:

• 34.1 N/mm front and 29.2 N/mm rear (Coupe)

• 31.0 N/mm front and 23.0 N/mm rear (Convertible)

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).

• Do not drive your vehicle through an automated, commercial car wash

due to the vehicle’s low ground clearance, tire width and track. Wash
your vehicle by hand, with a commercial wand, or by using a touchless
commercial wash with no mechanical tracks on the floor.

• 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.

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:

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• Ensure 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 summer 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.

• Use winter tires on all four wheels and use P255/45R18 tires with a
“V” speed rating and a 93 load index or higher.

• Winter tires must be of the proper speed and load ratings.

• 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 “V” speed 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.

Wheel lug nut torque specifications

Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km)
after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel
removal, etc.).

Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque*

lb.ft. N•m

1

⁄2x 20 100 135

* Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and
rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners.

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. Ensure that any fasteners that attach the rotor to
the hub are secured so they do not interfere with the mounting
surfaces of the wheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal
contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to
loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in motion,
resulting in loss of control.

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IMPORTANT TIRE INFORMATION

Your SVT vehicle is equipped with unique wheels and tires designed to
enhance performance. To continue providing this performance, extra
care must be taken when operating and maintaining your vehicle.

Wheels and Tires

Tires Front: P255/45R18 Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar

Rear: P285/40R18 Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar

Wheels 18 x 9.5 in. Aluminum Multispoke, + 45 mm offset

Tires

Your SVT vehicle is equipped with low profile, high performance tires
that are designed to optimize the driving dynamics you expect in a SVT
vehicle. These tires are not optimized for off-road or winter (snow or
cold weather) performance, and their ride, noise and wear characteristics
are different than non-performance tires. Also, because of their lower
profile, the tires are more susceptible to damage due to potholes and
rough roads. 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.

• Do not use tire chains on the P255/45R18 (front) or P285/40R18
(rear) tires supplied with your vehicle. The use of any type of tire
chain on these tires may damage your vehicle.

• For tire pressures, see the placard located on the B-pillar inside the
driver’s door.

• Always maintain your tire pressures according to the tire information
placard on the doorjamb, using an accurate gauge.

• Tire pressures are specified “cold” and should be checked after the
vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours. Do not reduce pressure
of warm tires.

• Check your tire pressure often to maintain it properly. Tire pressure
can diminish over time and fluctuate with temperature.

• Do not overload your vehicle. Maximum vehicle and axle weights are
listed on the tire information placard.

• Extra caution should be taken when operating the vehicle near its
maximum load, including assuring proper tire pressure and reducing
speeds.

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