Coupe · 5.8L supercharged DOHC V8 (662 hp)
2013 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Coupe 6MT
Ford's 2013 U.S. brochure lists this Shelby GT500 coupe with the 5.8L supercharged DOHC V8 (662 hp) and TREMEC 6-speed manual.

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Factory configuration
What this model is
- Trim
- Shelby GT500
- Body style
- Coupe
- Engine
- 5.8L supercharged DOHC V8 (662 hp)
- Transmission
- TREMEC 6-speed manual
United States factory configuration. SVT performance and appearance packages are not separate configurations.
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 2013 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Coupe 6MT. Start with the interval, confirm which engine or configuration you have, then use an exact ordering reference when one is verified.
- Service topics
- 11
- Factory intervals
- 8
- Fitment-scoped
- 11
- Exact references
- 1
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Engine oil and filter
Sourced interval available
Shelby normal oil and filter
Whichever comes first. This engine does not use the V6/GT Intelligent Oil Life Monitor.
Source: Ford — 2013 Shelby GT500 Supplement · p. 51 · checked
Shelby special-use oil and filter
For primarily extensive idling/low-speed commercial or dusty operation, whichever comes first. Extensive idling additionally requires service within 200 engine hours.
Source: Ford — 2013 Shelby GT500 Supplement · pp. 56–57 · checked
Engine oil filter
Exact reference available
Manufacturer application-catalog fitment only; this does not establish an oil-change interval.
Shelby GT500
Baldwin B329
Source: Baldwin Filters — Automotive Applications catalog (2017) · PDF page 226 — Ford 2013, Mustang supercharged Shelby 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 226 — Ford 2013, Mustang supercharged Shelby row · checked
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Scheduled checks and inspections
Sourced interval available
Shelby tire rotation
Rotation is NOT recommended for the standard directional Shelby tires (P265/40-19 front, P285/35-20 rear).
Source: Ford — 2013 Shelby GT500 Supplement · p. 28 · checked
Shelby normal wheel inspection
Inspect wheel/related-component noise, wear, looseness or drag; whichever comes first. Tire rotation follows its separate rules.
Source: Ford — 2013 Shelby GT500 Supplement · p. 51 · checked
Shelby brake, cooling and chassis inspections
Inspect brakes/parking brake, coolant concentration/hoses, exhaust/heat shields and steering/ball joints/suspension/tie rods/driveshaft/U-joints; lubricate only grease fittings. Whichever comes first.
Source: Ford — 2013 Shelby GT500 Supplement · p. 51 · checked
Shelby special-use tire and wheel checks
Primarily idling or dusty operation: inspect tires/wheels and rotate only where permitted by the directional-tire limitation. Extensive idling also requires brake inspection and control-arm/steering-ball-joint lubrication if grease fittings exist.
Source: Ford — 2013 Shelby GT500 Supplement · pp. 28, 56–57 · checked
Shelby special-use CV-joint boots
Primarily extensive idling or dusty operation: inspect CV-joint boots for loose clamps, damage or grease leakage, whichever comes first. This exact 2013 task does not call for U-joint lubrication.
Source: Ford — 2013 Shelby GT500 Supplement · pp. 56–57 · checked
Shelby before-and-after-track service
The supplement calls for multi-point inspection and maintenance outlined in the 150,000-mile normal schedule before and after track use. Review the exact competition-preparation instructions and warranty limitations in the supplement with the servicing technician.
Source: Ford — 2013 Shelby GT500 Supplement · p. 45 · checked
Monthly owner checks
Check engine oil, washer fluid, lights, tire wear and pressure including spare.
Source: Ford — 2013 Mustang Owner’s Guide, third printing, USA · owner printed p. 310 (PDF 311); Shelby p. 48 · checked
Six-month owner checks
Check seat belts/latches, parking brake, warning lamps, coolant level/strength, battery connections, washer/wipers, hinges/latches/locks, weatherstrips and drain holes; clean/lubricate as needed.
Source: Ford — 2013 Mustang Owner’s Guide, third printing, USA · owner printed p. 310 (PDF 311); Shelby p. 48 · checked
Recommended multi-point inspection
At every scheduled visit check applicable fluid levels, tires/spare, exhaust, battery, horn/lights, cooling and A/C hoses, washer/wipers, windshield, leaks, air filter, applicable boots, suspension, steering/linkage, belts and clutch operation; check the temporary mobility-kit sealant expiration if fitted.
Source: Ford — 2013 Mustang Owner’s Guide, third printing, USA · owner printed p. 311 (PDF 312); Shelby p. 49 · checked
Cabin air filter
Sourced interval available
Shelby cabin-filter replacement
Replace if equipped every 15,000 miles. Inspect every 7,500 miles or six months, whichever comes first, in the exact 2013 normal table.
Source: Ford — 2013 Shelby GT500 Supplement · pp. 51–52 · checked
Engine air filter
Sourced interval available
Shelby engine air-filter replacement
Every 30,000 miles. Under extensive idling or dusty conditions inspect frequently and replace as required, including cabin filter.
Source: Ford — 2013 Shelby GT500 Supplement · pp. 52, 56–57 · checked
Fuel filter
Sourced interval available
Shelby fuel-filter replacement
Every 30,000 miles. For California-registered vehicles, failure to perform this item does not nullify the emissions warranty or limit recall liability during vehicle useful life; Ford still recommends the service.
Source: Ford — 2013 Shelby GT500 Supplement · pp. 52, 60 · checked
Spark plugs
Sourced interval available
Shelby spark plugs
Every 45,000 miles; retain this engine-specific interval.
Source: Ford — 2013 Shelby GT500 Supplement · pp. 40, 52 · checked
Coolant
Sourced interval available
Shelby initial coolant
First change, whichever comes first.
Source: Ford — 2013 Shelby GT500 Supplement · pp. 52, 61 · checked
Shelby subsequent coolant
After the initial change, whichever comes first.
Source: Ford — 2013 Shelby GT500 Supplement · pp. 52, 61 · checked
Drive belts
Fitment must be confirmed
Shelby accessory-belt service
Inspect initially at 105,000 miles, then every 15,000 miles if not replaced; every 150,000 miles replace if not replaced within the last 100,000 miles. Also inspect during recommended multi-point visits.
Source: Ford — 2013 Shelby GT500 Supplement · pp. 49, 52 · checked
Transmission and transfer-case fluid
Sourced interval available
Shelby normal manual fluid
Every 150,000 miles; TREMEC six-speed manual only.
Source: Ford — 2013 Shelby GT500 Supplement · p. 52 · checked
Shelby dusty-use manual fluid
Every 50,000 miles when primarily dusty-road operation.
Source: Ford — 2013 Shelby GT500 Supplement · pp. 56–57 · checked
Axle fluid
Fitment must be confirmed
Shelby synthetic axle exception
No routine change unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the axle is submerged; change after submersion. Follow the separate before-and-after-track maintenance recommendation; no prior-year hourly axle interval is inferred. On cooler-equipped vehicles the axle pump must run during service refill.
Source: Ford — 2013 Shelby GT500 Supplement · pp. 42–43, 60 · checked
Sources
Other 2013 configurations
- V6 Coupe Manual
- V6 Coupe Automatic
- V6 Convertible Manual
- V6 Convertible Automatic
- V6 Premium Coupe Manual
- V6 Premium Coupe Automatic
- V6 Premium Convertible Manual
- V6 Premium Convertible Automatic
- GT Coupe Manual
- GT Coupe Automatic
- GT Convertible Manual
- GT Convertible Automatic
- GT Premium Coupe Manual
- GT Premium Coupe Automatic
- GT Premium Convertible Manual
- GT Premium Convertible Automatic
- Boss 302 Coupe 6MT
- Boss 302 Laguna Seca Coupe 6MT
- Shelby GT500 Convertible 6MT