SVT F–150 Lightning. If you have any questions, please call us at the Ford Special Vehicle Team hotline from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST at 1–800–FORD-SVT (1–800–367–3788).
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These hallmarks have driven the SVT Mustang Cobra since 1993, the original SVT Lightning from 1993 to 1995, the SVT Contour introduced in early 1997 as a 1998 model, and the 1999–2003 SVT F-150 Lightning. SVT OWNERSHIP BENEFITS • SVT Authorized Dealer: A group of approximately 600 specially trained and certified SVT dealers who are dedicated to a culture within their dealership that is friendly to the knowledgeable driving enthusiast.
Drivetrain DRIVETRAIN Rear axle 9.75 in limited-slip differential with 3.73:1 final drive ratio Driveshaft Aluminum with hardened yoke Modified 4R100 4-speed automatic with OD Transmission lockout Gear ratios Gear Ratio 2.71 1.53 1.00 4th (OD) 0.71 Reverse 2.176...
Options, color and trim OPTIONS, COLOR AND TRIM • Tonneau cover Exterior: • Black Clearcoat • Oxford White • Sonic Blue Clearcoat • Bright Red Clearcoat • Dark Shadow Gray Clearcoat Interior: • Medium Graphite Leather/Cloth...
EV-233 Spark plugs AGSF-12FM1 Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information. REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Capacity Brake fluid Motorcraft High Fill to line on reservoir Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid...
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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 XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118–A for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. Your vehicle’s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant and is considered lubricated for life.
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Maintenance 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. (R+M)/2 METHOD The use of gasolines with lower octane ratings may degrade performance. We do not recommend the use of gasolines labeled as “Premium”...
Child Seat Installation ATTACHING SAFETY SEATS WITH LATCH (LOWER ANCHORS AND TETHERS FOR CHILDREN) ATTACHMENTS FOR CHILD SEAT ANCHORS (IF EQUIPPED) Some child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to two anchors at certain seating positions in your vehicle. This type of child seat eliminates the need to use seat belts to attach the child seat.
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Child Seat Installation Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown. If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it.
Tire Information IMPORTANT TIRE INFORMATION Your SVT vehicle is equipped with unique wheels and tires designed to enhance performance and appearance. To continue providing this performance, extra care must be taken when operating and maintaining your vehicle. TIRES Your SVT vehicle is equipped with low profile, high performance tires that are designed to optimize handling, steering and braking to provide the performance you expect in a SVT vehicle.
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If you 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...
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Tire Information • 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.
Ford-Lincoln-Mercury dealer nationwide. SVT does not recommend modifying or racing our vehicles, as they are designed and built to be driven as delivered from the factory. The Ford Motor Company Warranty Guide discusses the installation of aftermarket parts and their effect on warranty coverage as follows: Repairs are not reimbursable under warranty when: •...
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