Convertible · 4.6L SOHC V8
1996 Ford Mustang GT Convertible 4AT
Ford's 1996 factory literature identifies this Mustang GT convertible and powertrain pairing.

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Factory configuration
What this model is
- Trim
- Mustang GT
- Body style
- Convertible
- Engine
- 4.6L SOHC V8
- Transmission
- 4-speed electronic automatic overdrive
United States factory configuration. Equipment packages are not separate configurations.
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| Configuration | Engine | Transmission | Body |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mustang Coupe 5MT | 3.8L OHV V6 | 5-speed manual overdrive | Coupe |
| Mustang Coupe 4AT | 3.8L OHV V6 | 4-speed electronic automatic overdrive | Coupe |
| Mustang Convertible 5MT | 3.8L OHV V6 | 5-speed manual overdrive | Convertible |
| Mustang Convertible 4AT | 3.8L OHV V6 | 4-speed electronic automatic overdrive | Convertible |
| Mustang GT Coupe 5MT | 4.6L SOHC V8 | 5-speed manual overdrive | Coupe |
| Mustang GT Coupe 4AT | 4.6L SOHC V8 | 4-speed electronic automatic overdrive | Coupe |
| Mustang GT Convertible 5MT | 4.6L SOHC V8 | 5-speed manual overdrive | Convertible |
| Current carMustang GT Convertible 4AT | 4.6L SOHC V8 | 4-speed electronic automatic overdrive | Convertible |
| SVT Cobra Coupe 5MT | 4.6L DOHC 32-valve V8 | 5-speed manual | Coupe |
| SVT Cobra Convertible 5MT | 4.6L DOHC 32-valve V8 | 5-speed manual | Convertible |
Configuration-specific ownership
Maintenance for this exact configuration
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Service desk
What this car needs & when
Use this as a service-planning checklist for 1996 Ford Mustang GT Convertible 4AT. Start with the interval, confirm which engine or configuration you have, then use an exact ordering reference when one is verified.
- Service topics
- 4
- Scheduled topics
- 3
- Applicability stated
- 4
- Exact references
- 1
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Engine oil filterView intervals, applicability and sources
Engine oil filter
Exact reference available
Manufacturer application-catalog fitment only; this does not establish an oil-change interval.
4.6L/5.4L V8
Baldwin B329
Source: Baldwin Filters — Automotive Applications catalog (2017) · PDF page 250 — Ford 1996, Mustang V8 row · checked
Verified ordering references
- Service replacementBaldwin B329
Qty. 1 · Engine oil filter · catalog-listed
Baldwin's manufacturer application table lists this filter for the stated model year and engine. Confirm the VIN and installed engine before ordering.
Catalog: Baldwin Filters — Automotive Applications catalog (2017) · PDF page 250 — Ford 1996, Mustang V8 row · checked
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Engine air cleaner filterView intervals, applicability and sources
Engine air cleaner filter
Sourced interval available
Source: Ford — 1996 Mustang Scheduled Maintenance Guide · Normal Schedule and Severe Duty Schedule tables · checked
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Spark plugs
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Source: Ford — 1996 Mustang Scheduled Maintenance Guide · Normal Schedule and Severe Duty Schedule tables · checked
Severe duty
Source: Ford — 1996 Mustang Scheduled Maintenance Guide · Normal Schedule and Severe Duty Schedule tables · checked
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Automatic transmission fluid
Sourced interval available
Applies only to cars equipped with an automatic transmission.
Source: Ford — 1996 Mustang Scheduled Maintenance Guide · Normal Schedule and Severe Duty Schedule tables · checked
Severe duty
Source: Ford — 1996 Mustang Scheduled Maintenance Guide · Normal Schedule and Severe Duty Schedule tables · checked
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