2010Ford Mustang

Service topics

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Factory intervals

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Fitment-scoped

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Exact references

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• 01

  Engine oil and filter

  Sourced interval available

  Normal engine oil and filter

  Whichever comes first. Shelby supplement directs oil service to the shared scheduled-maintenance information; use the engine-specific oil specification.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Published interval: 7,500 mi / 6 months · Whichever comes first. Shelby supplement directs oil service to the shared scheduled-maintenance information; use the engine-specific oil specification.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · p. 5; Cars & CUVs pp. 29–40; Shelby p. 21 · checked 2026-09-07

  Special-use engine oil and filter

  When primarily towing/carrying loads, extensive idling/low-speed commercial use, dusty or off-road operation. Extensive idling also has a 200-engine-hour limit; whichever comes first. Occasional special use does not automatically require the additional schedule.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Published interval: 5,000 mi / 6 months · When primarily towing/carrying loads, extensive idling/low-speed commercial use, dusty or off-road operation. Extensive idling also has a 200-engine-hour limit; whichever comes first. Occasional special use does not automatically require the additional schedule.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · pp. 5, 41–45 · checked 2026-09-07

• 02

  Engine oil filter

  Exact reference available

  Manufacturer application-catalog fitment only; this does not establish an oil-change interval.

  Applies to: 2010 · US

  All cataloged Mustang engines

  Baldwin B329

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, Ford Racing-upgraded 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 (540 hp) · US

  Source: Baldwin Filters — Automotive Applications catalog (2017) · PDF page 229 — Ford 2010, Mustang engine rows · checked 2026-09-01

  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 229 — Ford 2010, Mustang engine rows · checked 2026-09-01

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• 03

  Scheduled checks and inspections

  Sourced interval available

  Normal tire rotation and wheel inspection

  Rotate tires, inspect wear and measure tread depth; inspect wheels and related components for noise, wear, looseness or drag. Mileage schedule; no separate calendar is printed.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8 · US

  Published interval: 7,500 mi · Rotate tires, inspect wear and measure tread depth; inspect wheels and related components for noise, wear, looseness or drag. Mileage schedule; no separate calendar is printed.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · pp. 29–40 · checked 2026-09-07

  Shelby normal wheel inspection

  Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag at normal shared-guide visits; the separate Shelby rotation interval remains 5,000 miles.

  Applies to: 2010 · 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Published interval: 7,500 mi · Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag at normal shared-guide visits; the separate Shelby rotation interval remains 5,000 miles.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · pp. 29–40 · checked 2026-09-07

  Shelby GT500 tire rotation

  Rotate side to side only: larger rear tires must not move front to rear or in a crisscross pattern. Check uneven wear and adjust inflation afterward.

  Applies to: 2010 · 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Published interval: 5,000 mi · Rotate side to side only: larger rear tires must not move front to rear or in a crisscross pattern. Check uneven wear and adjust inflation afterward.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Shelby GT500 Supplement · p. 15 · checked 2026-09-07

  Special-use tire and wheel checks

  Towing, extensive idling or dusty operation: rotate, inspect wear/tread and wheel noise, wear, looseness or drag every 5,000 miles. Off-road operation additionally uses a six-month limit. Shelby rotation remains side to side only.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Published interval: 5,000 mi · Towing, extensive idling or dusty operation: rotate, inspect wear/tread and wheel noise, wear, looseness or drag every 5,000 miles. Off-road operation additionally uses a six-month limit. Shelby rotation remains side to side only.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · pp. 41–45 · checked 2026-09-07

  Shelby before-and-after-track inspections

  Before and after track use, perform the multi-point inspection and the inspections listed in the 150,000-mile normal schedule. This does not mean performing all 150,000-mile replacements. Consult the supplement for competition preparation and warranty limitations.

  Applies to: 2010 · 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Source: Ford — 2010 Shelby GT500 Supplement · p. 32 · checked 2026-09-07

  Monthly owner checks

  Recommended: lights, tire wear/pressure including spare, engine oil and washer-fluid levels.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Published interval: 1 months · Recommended: lights, tire wear/pressure including spare, engine oil and washer-fluid levels.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · p. 8 · checked 2026-09-07

  Six-month owner checks

  Recommended: seat belts/latches, power-steering and clutch fluid if equipped, washer/wipers, parking brake, hinges/latches/locks, weatherstrips and drain holes, warning lamps, coolant level/strength, battery connections. Excludes unrelated sliding-door and dual-rear-wheel instructions.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Published interval: 6 months · Recommended: seat belts/latches, power-steering and clutch fluid if equipped, washer/wipers, parking brake, hinges/latches/locks, weatherstrips and drain holes, warning lamps, coolant level/strength, battery connections. Excludes unrelated sliding-door and dual-rear-wheel instructions.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · p. 8 · checked 2026-09-07

  Recommended inspection at every scheduled visit

  Check/top up applicable fluids; inspect tires/spare, exhaust, battery, horn/lights, cooling and air-conditioning hoses, washers/wipers, windshield, leaks, air filter, applicable boots, shocks/struts, steering/linkage, belts and clutch operation. This is Ford’s recommended multi-point inspection, not a new numeric replacement interval.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · pp. 12–13 · checked 2026-09-07

  Normal chassis, brake and cooling inspections

  Inspect/lubricate steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie rods, driveshaft and U-joints (lubricate only grease fittings); inspect cooling system/hoses, brakes/parking brake, applicable half-shaft boots, exhaust/heat shields. Inspect transmission fluid only if an underhood dipstick is fitted.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Published interval: 15,000 mi · Inspect/lubricate steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie rods, driveshaft and U-joints (lubricate only grease fittings); inspect cooling system/hoses, brakes/parking brake, applicable half-shaft boots, exhaust/heat shields. Inspect transmission fluid only if an underhood dipstick is fitted.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · pp. 29–40 · checked 2026-09-07

  Commercial-idling brake and ball-joint service

  Inspect brakes and lubricate control-arm/steering ball joints if fitted with grease fittings. Includes tire/wheel checks; retain Shelby side-to-side-only tire rule.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Published interval: 5,000 mi · Inspect brakes and lubricate control-arm/steering ball joints if fitted with grease fittings. Includes tire/wheel checks; retain Shelby side-to-side-only tire rule.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · p. 42 · checked 2026-09-07

• 04

  Cabin air filter

  Sourced interval available

  Cabin-filter replacement and inspection

  Replace if equipped every 15,000 miles; inspect at intervening 7,500-mile visits. Inspect frequently and replace as required in extensive-idling, dusty or off-road service.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Published interval: 15,000 mi · Replace if equipped every 15,000 miles; inspect at intervening 7,500-mile visits. Inspect frequently and replace as required in extensive-idling, dusty or off-road service.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · pp. 29–45 · checked 2026-09-07

• 05

  Engine air filter

  Sourced interval available

  Engine air-filter replacement

  Normal replacement every 30,000 miles. Dusty operation: inspect frequently and replace as required. Shelby supplement explicitly directs air-filter intervals to the shared schedule.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Published interval: 30,000 mi · Normal replacement every 30,000 miles. Dusty operation: inspect frequently and replace as required. Shelby supplement explicitly directs air-filter intervals to the shared schedule.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · pp. 31, 33, 35, 37, 40, 44; Shelby p. 25 · checked 2026-09-07

• 06

  Fuel filter

  Sourced interval available

  Normal fuel-filter replacement

  The shared schedule explicitly includes Mustang. No calendar interval is stated. For California-registered vehicles this maintenance is not required for emissions warranty or recall liability; Ford still recommends the interval (p. 47).

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Published interval: 30,000 mi · The shared schedule explicitly includes Mustang. No calendar interval is stated. For California-registered vehicles this maintenance is not required for emissions warranty or recall liability; Ford still recommends the interval (p. 47).

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · pp. 31, 33, 35, 37, 40 · checked 2026-09-07

  Idling or dusty-use fuel filter

  For primarily extensive idling/low-speed commercial use or dusty conditions; Mustang is explicitly included. For California-registered vehicles this maintenance is not required for emissions warranty or recall liability; Ford still recommends it (p. 47).

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Published interval: 15,000 mi · For primarily extensive idling/low-speed commercial use or dusty conditions; Mustang is explicitly included. For California-registered vehicles this maintenance is not required for emissions warranty or recall liability; Ford still recommends it (p. 47).

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · pp. 42, 44 · checked 2026-09-07

• 07

  Spark plugs

  Sourced interval available

  V6 and GT normal spark-plug replacement

  First listed normal replacement at 90,000 miles; do not substitute an adjacent-year 100,000-mile interval or infer unprinted recurrence.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8 · US

  Published interval: 90,000 mi · First listed normal replacement at 90,000 miles; do not substitute an adjacent-year 100,000-mile interval or infer unprinted recurrence.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · p. 35 · checked 2026-09-07

  V6 and GT commercial-idling spark plugs

  Every 60,000 miles when primarily extensive idling or low-speed long-distance commercial operation. Shelby retains its shorter dedicated interval.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8 · US

  Published interval: 60,000 mi · Every 60,000 miles when primarily extensive idling or low-speed long-distance commercial operation. Shelby retains its shorter dedicated interval.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · p. 42 · checked 2026-09-07

  Shelby GT500 spark-plug replacement

  Every 45,000 miles (72,000 km), explicitly specified for this high-performance engine.

  Applies to: 2010 · 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Published interval: 45,000 mi · Every 45,000 miles (72,000 km), explicitly specified for this high-performance engine.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Shelby GT500 Supplement · p. 25 — Engine Spark Plug Interval · checked 2026-09-07

• 08

  Coolant

  Sourced interval available

  Initial coolant replacement

  First change at 105,000 miles or six years, whichever comes first; use the originally specified coolant. Shelby engine coolant uses the original specified coolant; the supplement separately directs coolant-level and concentration checks to scheduled-maintenance information.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Published interval: 105,000 mi / 72 months · First change at 105,000 miles or six years, whichever comes first; use the originally specified coolant. Shelby engine coolant uses the original specified coolant; the supplement separately directs coolant-level and concentration checks to scheduled-maintenance information.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · pp. 5, 36; Shelby p. 21 · checked 2026-09-07

  Subsequent coolant replacement

  After the initial change, every 45,000 miles or three years, whichever comes first.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Published interval: 45,000 mi / 36 months · After the initial change, every 45,000 miles or three years, whichever comes first.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · pp. 5, 48 · checked 2026-09-07

• 09

  Drive belts

  Fitment must be confirmed

  Accessory-belt inspection and replacement

  Scheduled inspections at 90,000 and 120,000 miles; at 150,000 replace if not replaced within the last 100,000 miles. Inspect during recommended multi-point visits; no calendar or unsupported recurring replacement is inferred.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · pp. 12, 35, 37, 40 · checked 2026-09-07

• 10

  Transmission and transfer-case fluid

  Sourced interval available

  Normal manual-transmission fluid

  First listed change at 150,000 miles; manual transmission only.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · 5-speed manual, TREMEC 6-speed manual · US

  Published interval: 150,000 mi · First listed change at 150,000 miles; manual transmission only.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · p. 40 · checked 2026-09-07

  Normal automatic-transmission fluid and filter

  First listed fluid and filter replacement. The table’s filter exceptions are 5F55, 6F35 and AWF21, not the Mustang five-speed automatic.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8 · 5-speed automatic · US

  Published interval: 150,000 mi · First listed fluid and filter replacement. The table’s filter exceptions are 5F55, 6F35 and AWF21, not the Mustang five-speed automatic.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · p. 40 · checked 2026-09-07

  Special-use automatic-transmission fluid

  Every 30,000 miles when primarily towing, extensive idling, dusty or off-road operation. Table exceptions 6R60/6R80/TorqShift do not apply to the Mustang five-speed automatic.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8 · 5-speed automatic · US

  Published interval: 30,000 mi · Every 30,000 miles when primarily towing, extensive idling, dusty or off-road operation. Table exceptions 6R60/6R80/TorqShift do not apply to the Mustang five-speed automatic.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · pp. 41–45 · checked 2026-09-07

  Towing-use manual-transmission fluid

  Every 60,000 miles when primarily towing or using a camper/car-top carrier; follow the vehicle’s towing restrictions.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · 5-speed manual, TREMEC 6-speed manual · US

  Published interval: 60,000 mi · Every 60,000 miles when primarily towing or using a camper/car-top carrier; follow the vehicle’s towing restrictions.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · p. 41 · checked 2026-09-07

  Dusty/off-road manual-transmission fluid

  Every 50,000 miles when primarily dusty or off-road operation. No calendar interval is stated.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · 5-speed manual, TREMEC 6-speed manual · US

  Published interval: 50,000 mi · Every 50,000 miles when primarily dusty or off-road operation. No calendar interval is stated.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · pp. 44–45 · checked 2026-09-07

• 11

  Axle fluid

  Fitment must be confirmed

  Synthetic rear-axle exception

  The 4.0L and 4.6L factory rear axles use synthetic lubricant and do not require scheduled replacement unless submerged in water. Investigate suspected leaks or required axle service. Do not apply the generic 150,000-mile rear-axle change.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8 · US

  Source: Ford — 2010 Mustang Owner’s Guide, second printing, USA · pp. 299–300; shared guide p. 47 · checked 2026-09-07

  Shelby synthetic rear-axle exception

  Factory synthetic rear-axle lubricant does not need routine replacement; change after water submersion and investigate leaks or required axle service.

  Applies to: 2010 · 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Source: Ford — 2010 Shelby GT500 Supplement · pp. 27–28; shared guide p. 47 · checked 2026-09-07

• 12

  Chassis lubrication

  Sourced interval available

  Special-use U-joint checks

  Towing, extensive idling or dusty use: inspect/lubricate U-joints, whichever comes first. For towing also inspect frequently/service as required. Off-road: frequently inspect/lubricate steering ball joints and U-joints if grease fittings are fitted.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Published interval: 5,000 mi / 6 months · Towing, extensive idling or dusty use: inspect/lubricate U-joints, whichever comes first. For towing also inspect frequently/service as required. Off-road: frequently inspect/lubricate steering ball joints and U-joints if grease fittings are fitted.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · pp. 41–45 · checked 2026-09-07

• 13

  Wheel bearing service

  Sourced interval available

  Conditional special-use front-bearing service

  For primarily towing, extensive idling, dusty or off-road operation, replace front-wheel-bearing grease and seals ONLY if nonsealed bearings are used. This conditional shared-guide instruction does not assert that a Mustang has nonsealed bearings.

  Applies to: 2010 · 4.0L SOHC V6, 4.6L 3-valve V8, 5.4L supercharged DOHC V8 · US

  Published interval: 30,000 mi · For primarily towing, extensive idling, dusty or off-road operation, replace front-wheel-bearing grease and seals ONLY if nonsealed bearings are used. This conditional shared-guide instruction does not assert that a Mustang has nonsealed bearings.

  Source: Ford — 2010 Scheduled Maintenance Guide, second printing, USA · pp. 41–45 · checked 2026-09-07