Ford 2005 GT Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 12Entertainment Systems 15AM/FM stereo with CD 15Climate Controls 19Manual heat

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A wa

Parking brakeTo set the parking brake, pull theparking brake handle up as far aspossible.The BRAKE warning lamp willilluminate and will remainillumina

STEERINGTo prevent damage to the power steering system:• Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until itstops) for more than a

MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATIONUsing the clutchThe manual transmission has a starter interlock that prevents crankingthe engine unless the clutch pedal

Upshift according to the following chart:Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fueleconomy)Shift from:1 - 2 15 mph (24 km/h)2 - 3 25 mph (4

Once through the water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stopthe vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved bymoving your ve

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program

Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006.If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will

This switch has a red reset buttonon top of it and is located in thefront passenger’s footwell, behind anaccess panel and to the left of thefuse panel

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey ———3A Violet Vio

The fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description1 — Not used2 — Not used3 15A* Front and rea

Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on isdangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance mayoccur. It will take you longer

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description8 15A* Door ajar indicator, Headlampindicator, Cluster, Radio, OBD II,Mirro

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description33 15A* Restraint Control Module (RSM),Passenger Air bag Deactivation(PAD)

The high-current fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription1 40A** SJB (Instrument panel fuse panel)

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription13 30A** Primary Fuel Pump DeliveryModule (FPDM), Secondary FuelPump Delivery Module

Auxiliary relay boxThe relay box is located in the front of the vehicle under the hood.Fuse/RelaylocationFuse ampratingAuxiliary Relay Box Description

Fuse/RelaylocationFuse ampratingAuxiliary Relay Box Description10 Micro relay High speed wiper11 Micro relay Intermittent wiper12 Micro relay Wiper st

Connecting the jumper cables1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery.Note: In the illustrations,

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery.4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to the n

Removing the jumper cablesRemove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected.1. Remove the jumper cable from the negative (-) batte

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

Door ajar: Illuminates when theignition is in the ON position andany door, trunk or the engine coveris ajar.Turn signal: Illuminates when theleft or r

WRECKER TOWINGNote: Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the rear. Ford MotorCompany has not approved towing this vehicle from the rear.Note: It is

TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONS1. Tow hook2. 60 inches (152 cm)3. 36 inches (91 cm)4. Stacked 4x45. Flatbed6. 7.5° maximum7. Tow lineUse the following pro

5. Transport the vehicle with the parking brake OFF and thetransmission in NEUTRAL.6. Secure the vehicle with wheel basket tie-downs to the flatbed de

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeYou must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handli

In Canada:Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)www.ford.caIf yo

Additional AssistanceIf you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute, you may wishto contact the Dispute Settlement Board (U.S.).In some st

THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY)The Dispute Settlement Board is:• an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes.• avai

Board membershipThe Board consists of:• Three consumer representatives• A Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealership representativeConsumer candidates for Boa

Oral presentationsIf you would like to make an oral presentation, indicate YES to question6 on the application. While it is your right to make an oral

impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by theCanadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).The CAMVAP program is a straig

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot.Tachometer: Indicates the enginespeed in revolutions per minute.Driving with

If you are in another foreign country, contact the nearest Forddealership. If the dealership employees cannot help you, they can directyou to the near

applicable express warranties if, within the first 18 months of ownershipof a new vehicle or the first 18,000 miles (29,000 km), whichever occursfirst

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralPh shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is

• Do not let excess water drain into the engine air intakeslocated on the engine cover.WAXINGApplying a polymer paint sealant to your vehicle every si

ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERSAluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clearcoat paintfinish. In order to maintain their shine:• Clean wee

5.4L DOHC Supercharged V8 Engine• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage.PLASTIC (NO

hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, tree sap, or otherorganic contamination. To clean these items, please follow these tips:• The windsh

Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’ssafety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing.LEATHER SEATSYour vehicle is eq

UNDERBODYFlush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body anddoor drain holes free from packed dirt.FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CA

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle:• We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation.• We provide a

Boost/Vac gauge: Boost VAC showsthat supercharger boost and enginevacuum are functioning properly. Ifno boost or reduced boost is shown,have engine ch

OPENING ENGINE COMPARTMENT1. Inside the vehicle, pull thedecklid release handle located onthe roof panel between the driverand passenger seats.Note: D

3. While pushing down slightly onthe decklid, push in on the auxiliaryrelease located at the rear of thepassenger compartment behind thedriver’s side

CLOSING THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT1. Pull the decklid downward to the secondary latch position. Push downon the center of the decklid firmly to close.2. E

REMOVING THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LINERSome components are located under the luggage compartment liner.Follow these steps to remove and install the lin

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT5.4L 4V DOHC Supercharged V8 engine1. Power steering fluid reservoir2. Engine oil dipstick3. Engine oi

4. Engine oil filter5. Engine coolant reservoir6. Intercooler coolant reservoir7. Engine air filter2005 GT (gto)Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA_Englis

8. Battery9. Brake fluid reservoir10. Clutch fluid reservoir11. Washer fluid filler port2005 GT (gto)Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA_English (fus)Main

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. Standard fill amount is 1quart (0.9 L).Only use a washer fluid that meetsFo

4. Open the engine compartment cover. Protect yourself from engineheat.5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).6. Wip

Adding engine oil1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engineoil in this chapter.2. If the engine oil level is not within t

AM/FM MCINTOSH CD SYSTEMA flashing anti-theft indicator (Disc in lamp), may be activatedand de-activated by pressing and holding the CD Eject control

BATTERYIf your battery has acover/shield, make sure it isreinstalled after the battery hasbeen cleaned or replaced.For longer, trouble-free operation,

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead andlead compounds. Wash hands after handling.Because your vehicle’s engine is electronic

ENGINE COOLANTChecking engine/intercooler coolantThe concentration and level of engine/intercooler coolant should bechecked at the mileage intervals l

When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in thereservoirs.• The engine coolant level shouldbe maintained at the bottom ofthe low

Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets, VC-6, maydarken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant fromyellow to golden tan

6. Replace the cap. Turn until clicking sound is heard. (Cap must betightly installed to prevent coolant loss.)After any coolant has been added, check

• Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequatefreeze protection at the tempera

Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel:• Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforefueling your vehicle.• Alwa

Use the following guidelines to avoid static build-up when filling anungrounded fuel container:• Place approved fuel container on the ground.• DO NOT

deteriorate more rapidly. In Canada, premium grade fuel generallycontains more metallic additives than regular fuel. We recommend usingregular grade f

4. AM/FM: Press to select afrequency band(FM1/FM2/FM3/AM). The selectedband appears in the display.Displaying the Clock:While pressing and holding the

Cleaner airFord endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines toimprove air quality.Running out of fuelAvoid running out of fuel becaus

amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicatesempty. Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fueltank after

Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (cityor highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’s fuelecon

Conditions• Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economyat any speed.• Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (a

• Have the items listed in your Scheduled Maintenance Guideperformed according to the specified schedule.The scheduled maintenance items listed in the

detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause your Checkengine/Service engine soon light to illuminate. Examples are:1. The vehicle has run

2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right severaltimes.3. Turn the engine off.4. Check the fluid level in thereservoir. It sho

Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid designed to meet Ford specificationESA-M6C25–A. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter.Brake fluid is toxic. I

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 5.4L DOHC Supercharged V8Air filter element (2) FA-1682Fuel filter FG-1091Oil filter FL-2023PCV valve1Spark plugs21Th

REFILL CAPACITIESFluid Ford Part Name Application CapacityBrake fluid andclutch fluidMotorcraft HighPerformance DOT3 Motor VehicleBrake FluidAll Fill

7. ON/OFF/Volume/Bal: Turn outerring of the control to the right toturn the system ON. Once ON, turnto the right to increase the volume,turn to the le

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSItem Ford part name Ford partnumberFordspecificationBrake/ClutchfluidMotorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluidPM

ENGINE DATAEngine 5.4L DOHC Supercharged V8engineDisplacement (cubic inches) 330Required fuel 91 octaneFiring order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8Spark plug gap 1.1–

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IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLECertification labelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Certification label be affixedt

Vehicle identification number (VIN)The vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Plea

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford

• The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian RadioTelecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobilecommunications systems

GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONWhy maintain your vehicle?This guide describes the scheduled maintenance required for yourvehicle. Carefully following

vehicle manufacturers, dealers and other persons engaged in thebusiness of repairing, servicing, selling, leasing or trading motor vehiclesas well as

WHICH MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SHOULD YOU FOLLOW?Owner Checks and ServicesRefer to Mileage Intervals for Additional Checks and ServicesCertain basic maint

CD/CD PLAYER CAREDo:• Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface.• Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD

Multi-point InspectionIn order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important that you havethe systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This ca

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON THE WEBTo learn more about the importance of routine and dealer-performedmaintenance on your vehicle, please visit

Mileage (kilometer) intervalsMaintenance item Miles (x 1000) 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50Km (x 1000) 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80Change engine oil and

Maintenance item Miles (x 1000) 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100Km (x 1000) 88 96 104 112 120 128 136 144 152 160Change engine oil and replace oil filte

Maintenance item Miles (x 1000) 105 110 115 120 125 130 135 140 145 150Km (x 1000) 168 176 184 192 200 208 216 224 232 240Change engine oil and replac

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MANUAL A/C SYSTEM1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in thevehicle.2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of th

PREMIUM GOLD ENGINE COOLANTChange Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant at three years or30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichever comes first and every th

OIL PUMP DRIVE BELTChange the engine oil pump drive belt if your vehicle has been stored foran extended period of time (three years or more) without t

AAir bag supplemental restraintsystem ...48and child safety seats ...49description ...

Customer Assistance ...105Ford accessories for yourvehicle ...138Ford Extended ServicePlan ...

GGas cap (see Fuel cap) ...158Gas mileage(see Fuel economy) ...160Gauges ...12HHazard fla

OOctane rating ...159Oil (see Engine oil) ...147PParking brake ...100Parts (see Motor

TTilt steering wheel ...25Tires ...66–67alignment ...87care ...

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Tires, Wheels and Loading 66Tire Information 67Changing tires 71Wheel lug nut torque 79Vehicle loading 89Driving 95Starting 95Brakes 99Transmission op

5. Recirculated air: Used to select fresh or recirculated air operation.May also help reduce undesired outside odors from reaching the interiorof the

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HEADLAMP CONTROLPull the control rearward once toturn on your parking lamps. Push itforward to turn on your headlamps.To turn the headlamps and parkin

PANEL DIMMER CONTROLUse to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel.• Push the control forward tobrighten.• Pull the control back to dim.AIMING T

BULBSReplacing exterior bulbsCheck the operation of all of the bulbs periodically.Using the right bulbsReplacement bulbs are specified in the chart be

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Move the leverdown for a single wipe.For intermittent operation, movecontrol up one position and adjustthe rotar

5. To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended toscrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. Thelayer of

POWER WINDOWSDo not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not letchildren play with the power windows. They may seriously injurethemselves.W

Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellularphones, pagers, portable email devices, in-vehicle communicationssystems, telem

KEYSThe key operates all locks on your vehicle. You should always carry asecond key with you in a safe place in case you require it in anemergency.You

To deactivate/reactivate the autolock feature using the power doorunlock controlYou must complete steps 1-7 within 30 seconds or the procedure willhav

Accessories 175Scheduled Maintenance Guide 177Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log 180Motorcraft Premium Gold Coolant Change Record 190Index 192All ri

Your vehicle has an all-door remote entry system.The all-door remote entry systemallows you to:• lock or unlock both vehicle doorswithout a key.• arm

This process will also activate the vehicle’s anti-theft system. For moreinformation on arming the anti-theft system, refer to SecuriLock娂Passive Anti

2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board.3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local r

To reprogram the remote entrytransmitters:1. Close both doors and fasten the driver’s seat belt to ensure conflictingchimes do not sound during the pr

Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used topurchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the samekey chain may ca

1. Insert a previously programmedcoded key into the ignition.2. Turn the ignition from the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position to the 3 (ON)position. Keep the ignit

PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEMThe perimeter anti-theft system will warn you in the event of anunauthorized entry to your vehicle.If there is any potential per

ELECTRIC DOOR RELEASETo open the door, unlock (with theremote entry transmitter) and pushthe release button on the door.Note: The vehicle doors may be

SEATINGNotes:Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in theevent of a

Rotate the control to adjustseatback.SAFETY RESTRAINTSSafety restraints precautionsTo maximize restraint system effectiveness, the driver andpassenger

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known toth

In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likelyto die than a person wearing a safety belt.Each seating position in your vehicle h

• This seat belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to payout webbing in a controlled manner. This feature is designed to helpreduce the

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out.• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a cl

Safety belt pretensionerYour vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver andfront passenger seating positions.The safety belt pre

BeltMinder姟The BeltMinder娂 feature is a supplemental warning to the safety beltwarning function. This feature provides additional reminders to thedriv

Reasons given... Consider...“Belts are uncomfortable” We design our safety belts to enhancecomfort. If you are uncomfortable - trydifferent positions

One time disableAny time the driver’s safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled duringan ignition ON cycle, the BeltMinder娂 will be disabled for that

6. Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off,buckle then unbuckle the safety belt.• This will disable BeltMinder娂 if it is cur

collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and a qualifiedtechnician finds that the belts do not show damage and continue tooperate pr

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches (25 cm)between an occupant’s chest and the d

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answ

How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work?The air bag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustains alongitudinal deceleration su

• a readiness light and tone• a diagnostic module• and the electrical wiring which connects the componentsThe diagnostic module monitors its own inter

Passenger front air bag ON/OFF switchAn air bag ON/OFF switchhas been installed in thisvehicle. Before driving, alwayslook at the face of the switch t

Turning the front passenger air bags back onThe front passenger air bag remains OFF until you turn them back ON.1. Insert the ignition key and turnthe

occupant is not properly buckled up. The most effective way to reducethe risk of unnecessary air bag injuries, without reducing the overallsafety of t

This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for thedriver and right front passenger. These particular belts arespecifically designed to wo

Children and safety beltsIf the child is the proper size, restrain the child in a safety seat. Childrenwho are too large for child safety seats (as sp

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of thesequestions:• Can the child sit all the way backagainst the vehicle seat back withk

Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped withlap/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lb. (18 kg).The shoulder belt should cr

When installing a child safety seat:• Review and follow the informationpresented in the Air BagSupplemental Restraint Systemsection in this chapter.•

SPECIAL NOTICESEmission warrantyThe New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-BumperCoverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and

Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulderbeltsAir bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place arear-facing chil

3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, route thetongue through the child seataccording to the child seatmanufacturer’s instructi

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckle andpull up on the shoulder belt whilepushing down with your knee on thechild seat.

The tether strap anchors in yourvehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view):Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anc

5. Clip the tether to the anchor asshown.If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child safety seatmay not be retained properly in the event of

A LATCH system for child seatinstallation has been provided inyour vehicle at the followinglocation:The lower anchors for child seatinstallation are l

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADINGNew vehicles are fitted with tiresthat have a rating on them calledTire Quality Grades. The Qualitygrade

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not includeacceleration, cornering, hydroplaning o

• Extra load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry aheavier maximum load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric tires].Increasing the

Inspecting your tiresPeriodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear andremove stones, nails, glass or other objects that may be wed

• how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or thebrake pedal;• how fast the vehicle was traveling; and• where the driver was

higher than the manufacturer’s recommended cold inflation pressurewhich can be found on either the tire label or certification label which islocated o

TIRE REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTSYour vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride andhandling capability.Only use replacement tires and

Tire inflation kitYour vehicle is equipped with an emergency tire inflation kit (located inthe luggage compartment). The inflation kit consists of an

• Drive carefully and avoid abrupt steering maneuvers.• Periodically monitor tire inflation pressure in the affected tire; if thetire is losing pressu

What to do when a tire is puncturedA tire puncture within the tire’s tread area can be repaired in two stageswith the tire inflation kit:• In the firs

4. Loosen the safety latch (4) onthe sealing compound container (5)and rotate the container until it isupright and clicks into place.5. Peel the speed

Note: When the sealing compoundis first added into the tire, the airpressure gauge reading (7) on thecompressor unit may increase up to90 psi; this is

Second stage: Checking tire pressure1. Stop driving after approximately two miles. Refer to the Tips for useof the tire inflation kit for safe operati

Note: Before driving any further, adjust the tire pressure to therecommended pressure.3. Turn the air compressor off by pressing the “O” side of the o

Note: If you experience any unusual vibration, ride disturbance or noisewhile driving, reduce your speed until you can safely pull off to the sideof t

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Air Bag-FrontAir Bag-

INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALLFederal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardizedinformation on the sidewall of all tires. This

7. H: Indicates the tire’s speed rating. The speed rating denotes thespeed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods oftime under

10. Tire Ply Composition and Material Used: Indicates the number ofplies or the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire tread andsidewall

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires“LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires;

Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8

the road in adverse (wet, snowy, etc.) conditions. Visually check yourtires for uneven wear, looking for high and low areas or unusuallysmooth areas.

TiresYour Ford GT is equipped with low profile, high performance tires thatare designed to optimize handling, steering and braking. These tires arenot

WheelsYour Ford GT is equipped with unique wheels matched to the tires.These wheels are more susceptible to damage due to their diameter,width and low

Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapidtreadwear of your tires and should be corrected by a qualified technicianat a Fo

SNOW TIRESThe original equipment tires on your Ford GT are designed for maximumperformance in dry and wet conditions. They are not designed for winter

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleaseSymbolPanic Alarm Eng

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that thevehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Lab

Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment.GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowableweight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). Thesenumbers are shown on the S

Exceeding the Safety Certification Label vehicle weight ratinglimits could result in substandard vehicle handling orperformance, engine, transmission

The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the availableamount of cargo and luggage load capacity:• An example for your vehicle with 1

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. OFF/LOCK, shuts off the engineand all electrical accessories exceptthe audio system and powerwindows, which retain

If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealerinspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smellexhaust fumes.Important saf

5. Turn the key to 3 (ON).Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If alight fails to illuminate, have the vehicle service

Starting the engine1. Turn the key to 3 (ON).2. Press the red START ENGINEbutton on the instrument panel,then release the button as soon asthe engine

BRAKESOccasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grindingor continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-o