2016Ford Mustang

Service topics

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Factory intervals

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• 01

  Scheduled checks and inspections

  Sourced interval available

  V6/EcoBoost/GT scheduled-service coordination

  Perform other normal maintenance within 3,000 miles of the last oil/filter change without exceeding its designated interval.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 351–352 (printed 348–349) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT special-use service coordination

  Perform special-use services when specified or within 3,000 miles of an oil-change message. These schedules apply to primarily, not merely occasional, operation in the stated conditions.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 353–354 (printed 350–351) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT oil-warning response

  Complete oil service within two weeks or 500 miles after the oil-change message. This is a warning deadline, not a recurring interval.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 347–351 (printed 344–348) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT every oil-service inspections

  Rotate tires according to the actual tire-fitment instructions; inspect tread/wear, wheels, brakes/parking brake, coolant strength/hoses, exhaust/heat shields, rear axle/U-joints, half-shaft boots, steering/ball joints/suspension/tie rods/driveshaft. Lubricate grease fittings only. The automatic has no dipstick; consult Ford for fluid checks and investigate leaks or poor operation.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 351–352 (printed 348–349) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT dusty tire and wheel checks

  Primarily dusty/sandy operation: inspect wheel noise, wear, looseness or drag; inspect tire wear and tread depth and rotate only according to the actual tire-fitment instructions.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 5,000 mi · Primarily dusty/sandy operation: inspect wheel noise, wear, looseness or drag; inspect tire wear and tread depth and rotate only according to the actual tire-fitment instructions.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 353–354 (printed 350–351) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT monthly owner checks

  Check engine oil, washer fluid, lights, tires and pressures including spare if equipped.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 1 months · Check engine oil, washer fluid, lights, tires and pressures including spare if equipped.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF p. 349 (printed 346) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT six-month owner checks

  Check battery connections, door drain holes, coolant level/strength, weatherstrips, hinges/latches/locks, parking brake, safety belts/latches, warning lamps, washers/wipers; clean or lubricate as specified.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 6 months · Check battery connections, door drain holes, coolant level/strength, weatherstrips, hinges/latches/locks, parking brake, safety belts/latches, warning lamps, washers/wipers; clean or lubricate as specified.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF p. 349 (printed 346) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT recommended multi-point inspection

  At scheduled visits inspect applicable fluid levels, tires, exhaust, battery, lights/horn, hoses, washers/wipers, windshield, leaks, air filter, boots, suspension, steering and belts; check the temporary mobility-kit sealant expiration if fitted.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF p. 350 (printed 347) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT road-course inspections

  Perform multi-point inspection before and after dedicated road-course use; review the manual’s competition preparation and warranty limitations.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF p. 15 (printed 12) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT wheel-service retorque

  Retighten wheel lug nuts within 100 miles after wheel disturbance; this is a post-service check, not a recurring interval.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF p. 273 (printed 270) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R scheduled-service coordination

  Perform other normal maintenance within 3,000 miles of the last oil/filter change without exceeding its designated interval.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 54–55 (printed 51–52) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R special-use service coordination

  Perform special-use services when specified or within 3,000 miles of an oil-change message. These schedules apply to primarily, not merely occasional, operation in the stated conditions.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 55–56 (printed 52–53) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R oil-warning response

  Complete oil service within two weeks or 500 miles after the oil-change message. This is a warning deadline, not a recurring interval.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 50–53 (printed 47–50) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R every oil-service inspections

  Rotate tires according to the actual tire-fitment instructions; inspect tread/wear, wheels, brakes/parking brake, coolant strength/hoses, exhaust/heat shields, rear axle/U-joints, half-shaft boots, steering/ball joints/suspension/tie rods/driveshaft. Lubricate grease fittings only. GT350 and GT350R have different front/rear tire sizes; do not interchange axle positions.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 54–55 (printed 51–52) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R dusty tire and wheel checks

  Primarily dusty/sandy operation: inspect wheel noise, wear, looseness or drag; inspect tire wear and tread depth and rotate only according to the actual tire-fitment instructions.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Published interval: 5,000 mi · Primarily dusty/sandy operation: inspect wheel noise, wear, looseness or drag; inspect tire wear and tread depth and rotate only according to the actual tire-fitment instructions.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 55–56 (printed 52–53) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R monthly owner checks

  Check engine oil, washer fluid, lights, tires and pressures including spare if equipped.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Published interval: 1 months · Check engine oil, washer fluid, lights, tires and pressures including spare if equipped.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF p. 52 (printed 49) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R six-month owner checks

  Check battery connections, door drain holes, coolant level/strength, weatherstrips, hinges/latches/locks, parking brake, safety belts/latches, warning lamps, washers/wipers; clean or lubricate as specified.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Published interval: 6 months · Check battery connections, door drain holes, coolant level/strength, weatherstrips, hinges/latches/locks, parking brake, safety belts/latches, warning lamps, washers/wipers; clean or lubricate as specified.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF p. 52 (printed 49) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R recommended multi-point inspection

  At scheduled visits inspect applicable fluid levels, tires, exhaust, battery, lights/horn, hoses, washers/wipers, windshield, leaks, air filter, boots, suspension, steering and belts; check the temporary mobility-kit sealant expiration if fitted.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF p. 53 (printed 50) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R timing-chain warning response

  Extensive track or high-rpm use can exhaust timing-chain service life. If the wrench indicator signals replacement, see Ford for timing-chain service; no fixed mileage interval is specified.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF p. 57 (printed 54) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R before-and-after-track maintenance

  The supplement calls for multi-point inspection and the maintenance outlined in its 150,000-mile normal schedule before and after track use. Review the supplement’s track preparation and warranty limitations with the servicing technician.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF p. 49 (printed 46) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R wheel-service retorque

  Retighten wheel lug nuts at 500 miles after wheel disturbance; this is a post-service check, not a recurring interval. Follow the specified torque and carbon-fiber wheel service precautions.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF p. 44 (printed 41) · checked 2026-09-07

• 02

  Engine oil and filter

  Sourced interval available

  V6/EcoBoost/GT oil-life monitor maximum

  Follow the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor sooner; never exceed one year or 10,000 miles. Reset after oil and filter replacement.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 10,000 mi / 12 months · Follow the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor sooner; never exceed one year or 10,000 miles. Reset after oil and filter replacement.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 351–352 (printed 348–349) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT oil-monitor fallback

  If the monitor is prematurely reset or inoperative, change oil/filter within six months or 5,000 miles from the last change.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 5,000 mi / 6 months · If the monitor is prematurely reset or inoperative, change oil/filter within six months or 5,000 miles from the last change.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 347–351 (printed 344–348) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT hot-climate source exception

  The manual gives a separate hot-climate exception for the Middle East, North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with similar climates: 3,000 miles with API-certified SM/SN oil, or 1,800 miles when those oils are unavailable. This conditional source exception is not a universal U.S. interval; confirm climate applicability and the required Ford oil specification with the servicing technician.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF p. 355 (printed 352) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT dusty-use oil and filter

  Primarily dusty or sandy operation: whichever comes first. Reset the monitor. During primarily extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, such as heavy commercial delivery, taxi, patrol or livery use, oil service remains monitor-directed.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 5,000 mi / 6 months · Primarily dusty or sandy operation: whichever comes first. Reset the monitor. During primarily extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, such as heavy commercial delivery, taxi, patrol or livery use, oil service remains monitor-directed.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 353–354 (printed 350–351) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT dedicated road-course oil and filter

  Change engine oil and filter after each dedicated road-course event.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF p. 15 (printed 12) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R oil-life monitor maximum

  Follow the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor sooner; never exceed one year or 10,000 miles. Reset after oil and filter replacement.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Published interval: 10,000 mi / 12 months · Follow the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor sooner; never exceed one year or 10,000 miles. Reset after oil and filter replacement.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 54–55 (printed 51–52) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R oil-monitor fallback

  If the monitor is prematurely reset or inoperative, change oil/filter within six months or 5,000 miles from the last change.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Published interval: 5,000 mi / 6 months · If the monitor is prematurely reset or inoperative, change oil/filter within six months or 5,000 miles from the last change.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 50–53 (printed 47–50) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R hot-climate source exception

  The manual gives a separate hot-climate exception for the Middle East or locations with similar climates: 3,000 miles with API-certified SM/SN oil, or 1,800 miles when those oils are unavailable. This conditional source exception is not a universal U.S. interval; confirm climate applicability and the required Ford oil specification with the servicing technician.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF p. 57 (printed 54) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R dusty-use oil and filter

  Primarily dusty or sandy operation: whichever comes first. Reset the monitor. During primarily extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, oil service remains monitor-directed.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Published interval: 5,000 mi / 6 months · Primarily dusty or sandy operation: whichever comes first. Reset the monitor. During primarily extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, oil service remains monitor-directed.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 55–56 (printed 52–53) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R common-owner road-course oil service

  The common owner manual recommends engine oil and filter after each dedicated road-course event. The GT350 supplement complements it and supersedes discrepancies; retain this alongside the supplement’s separate before-and-after-track maintenance.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · owner PDF p. 15 (printed 12); supplement PDF pp. 6–7, 49 (printed 3–4, 46) · checked 2026-09-07

• 03

  Cabin air filter

  Exact reference available

  V6/EcoBoost/GT normal cabin filter

  Replace every 20,000 miles.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 20,000 mi · Replace every 20,000 miles.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 351–352 (printed 348–349) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT special-use cabin filter

  Inspect frequently and replace as required during primarily extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, such as heavy commercial delivery, taxi, patrol or livery use, or primarily dusty/sandy operation.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 353–354 (printed 350–351) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R normal cabin filter

  Replace every 20,000 miles.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Published interval: 20,000 mi · Replace every 20,000 miles.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 54–55 (printed 51–52) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R special-use cabin filter

  Inspect frequently and replace as required during primarily extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, or primarily dusty/sandy operation.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 55–56 (printed 52–53) · checked 2026-09-07

  2.3L EcoBoost

  Motorcraft FP-78

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft FP-78

    Qty. 1 · Cabin air filter · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  3.7L V6

  Motorcraft FP-78

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6 · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft FP-78

    Qty. 1 · Cabin air filter · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  5.0L V8

  Motorcraft FP-78

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft FP-78

    Qty. 1 · Cabin air filter · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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• 04

  Engine air filter

  Exact reference available

  V6/EcoBoost/GT normal engine air filter

  Replace every 30,000 miles.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 30,000 mi · Replace every 30,000 miles.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 351–352 (printed 348–349) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT special-use air inspection

  Inspect every 15,000 miles and replace as required during primarily extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, such as heavy commercial delivery, taxi, patrol or livery use, or primarily dusty/sandy operation; this is an inspection interval.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 15,000 mi · Inspect every 15,000 miles and replace as required during primarily extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, such as heavy commercial delivery, taxi, patrol or livery use, or primarily dusty/sandy operation; this is an inspection interval.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 353–354 (printed 350–351) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R normal engine air filter

  Replace every 30,000 miles.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Published interval: 30,000 mi · Replace every 30,000 miles.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 54–55 (printed 51–52) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R special-use air inspection

  Inspect every 15,000 miles and replace as required during primarily extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, or primarily dusty/sandy operation; this is an inspection interval.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Published interval: 15,000 mi · Inspect every 15,000 miles and replace as required during primarily extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, or primarily dusty/sandy operation; this is an inspection interval.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 55–56 (printed 52–53) · checked 2026-09-07

  2.3L EcoBoost

  Motorcraft FA-1918

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft FA-1918

    Qty. 1 · Engine air-filter element · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  3.7L V6

  Motorcraft FA-1918

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6 · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft FA-1918

    Qty. 1 · Engine air-filter element · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  5.0L V8

  Motorcraft FA-1918

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft FA-1918

    Qty. 1 · Engine air-filter element · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  GT350/GT350R factory air filter

  Motorcraft FA-1922

  Exact 5.2L factory parts table; parts fitment alone does not prescribe an interval.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF p. 47 (printed 44) — 5.2L Motorcraft Parts table · checked 2026-09-07

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft FA-1922

    Qty. 1 · Air filter · catalog-listed

    Catalog: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF p. 47 (printed 44) — 5.2L Motorcraft Parts table · checked 2026-09-07

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• 05

  Spark plugs

  Exact reference available

  V6/EcoBoost/GT normal spark plugs

  Every 100,000 miles; no calendar interval is specified.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 100,000 mi · Every 100,000 miles; no calendar interval is specified.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 351–352 (printed 348–349) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT idling spark plugs

  Every 60,000 miles during primarily extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, such as heavy commercial delivery, taxi, patrol or livery use.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 60,000 mi · Every 60,000 miles during primarily extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, such as heavy commercial delivery, taxi, patrol or livery use.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 353–354 (printed 350–351) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT towing spark plugs

  Every 60,000 miles when primarily towing or using a car-top carrier.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 60,000 mi · Every 60,000 miles when primarily towing or using a car-top carrier.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 353–354 (printed 350–351) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R normal spark plugs

  Every 100,000 miles; no calendar interval is specified.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Published interval: 100,000 mi · Every 100,000 miles; no calendar interval is specified.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 54–55 (printed 51–52) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R idling spark plugs

  Every 60,000 miles during primarily extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Published interval: 60,000 mi · Every 60,000 miles during primarily extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 55–56 (printed 52–53) · checked 2026-09-07

  2.3L EcoBoost

  Motorcraft SP-537

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft SP-537

    Qty. 1 · Spark plug · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  3.7L V6

  Motorcraft SP-520

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6 · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft SP-520

    Qty. 1 · Spark plug · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  5.0L V8

  Motorcraft SP-519

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft SP-519

    Qty. 1 · Spark plug · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  GT350/GT350R factory spark plugs

  Motorcraft SP-519 / CYFS-12Y

  Exact 5.2L factory parts table; parts fitment alone does not prescribe an interval.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF p. 47 (printed 44) — 5.2L Motorcraft Parts table · checked 2026-09-07

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft SP-519 / CYFS-12Y

    Qty. 1 · Spark plugs · catalog-listed

    Catalog: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF p. 47 (printed 44) — 5.2L Motorcraft Parts table · checked 2026-09-07

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• 06

  Coolant

  Sourced interval available

  V6/EcoBoost/GT initial coolant

  Initial replacement, whichever comes first.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 100,000 mi / 72 months · Initial replacement, whichever comes first.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 351–352 (printed 348–349) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT subsequent coolant

  After the initial replacement, whichever comes first.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 50,000 mi / 36 months · After the initial replacement, whichever comes first.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 351–352 (printed 348–349) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R initial coolant

  Initial replacement, whichever comes first.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Published interval: 100,000 mi / 72 months · Initial replacement, whichever comes first.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 54–55 (printed 51–52) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R subsequent coolant

  After the initial replacement, whichever comes first.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Published interval: 50,000 mi / 36 months · After the initial replacement, whichever comes first.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 54–55 (printed 51–52) · checked 2026-09-07

• 07

  Drive belts

  Sourced interval available

  V6/EcoBoost/GT accessory-belt inspection

  First inspect at 100,000 miles; after the initial inspection inspect every other oil change until replaced.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 351–352 (printed 348–349) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT accessory-belt replacement

  Every 150,000 miles. This exact table does not retain the older conditional replacement wording.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 150,000 mi · Every 150,000 miles. This exact table does not retain the older conditional replacement wording.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 351–352 (printed 348–349) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R accessory-belt inspection

  First inspect at 100,000 miles; after the initial inspection inspect every other oil change until replaced.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 54–55 (printed 51–52) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R accessory-belt replacement

  Every 150,000 miles. This exact table does not retain the older conditional replacement wording.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Published interval: 150,000 mi · Every 150,000 miles. This exact table does not retain the older conditional replacement wording.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 54–55 (printed 51–52) · checked 2026-09-07

• 08

  Transmission and transfer-case fluid

  Sourced interval available

  V6/EcoBoost/GT normal manual fluid

  Every 150,000 miles; manual transmission only.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · 6-speed manual · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 150,000 mi · Every 150,000 miles; manual transmission only.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 351–352 (printed 348–349) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT dusty-use manual fluid

  Every 50,000 miles during primarily dusty or sandy operation.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · 6-speed manual · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 50,000 mi · Every 50,000 miles during primarily dusty or sandy operation.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 353–354 (printed 350–351) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT normal automatic fluid and filter

  Every 150,000 miles change fluid and filter.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · 6-speed SelectShift automatic · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 150,000 mi · Every 150,000 miles change fluid and filter.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF p. 352 (printed 349) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT automatic special-use source boundary

  The actual special-use tables contain no shortened automatic-fluid row, but the surrounding generic example mentions a 30,000-mile automatic change. That inconsistent example is not treated here as a service requirement; ask Ford to clarify the applicable special-use requirement.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · 6-speed SelectShift automatic · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 353–354 (printed 350–351) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT towing manual fluid

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

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · 6-speed manual · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

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

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 353–354 (printed 350–351) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT dedicated road-course transmission service

  Change transmission oil after each event with individual on-track sessions longer than 15 minutes.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF p. 15 (printed 12) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R normal manual fluid

  Every 150,000 miles; manual transmission only.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · TREMEC TR-3160 6-speed manual · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Published interval: 150,000 mi · Every 150,000 miles; manual transmission only.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 54–55 (printed 51–52) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R dusty-use manual fluid

  Every 50,000 miles during primarily dusty or sandy operation.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · TREMEC TR-3160 6-speed manual · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Published interval: 50,000 mi · Every 50,000 miles during primarily dusty or sandy operation.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 55–56 (printed 52–53) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R common-owner road-course transmission service

  The common owner manual calls for transmission oil after each event with individual on-track sessions longer than 15 minutes; the GT350 supplement additionally calls for its 150,000-mile maintenance before and after track use.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · TREMEC TR-3160 6-speed manual · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · owner PDF p. 15 (printed 12); supplement PDF pp. 6–7, 49 (printed 3–4, 46) · checked 2026-09-07

• 09

  Axle fluid

  Sourced interval available

  V6/EcoBoost/GT submerged axle service

  Change axle fluid whenever the axle is submerged in water.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 353–354 (printed 350–351) · checked 2026-09-07

  V6/EcoBoost/GT dedicated road-course axle service

  Replace axle lubricant and friction modifier after the first hour, then every 12 hours of dedicated road-course use.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF p. 15 (printed 12) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R submerged axle service

  Change axle fluid whenever the axle is submerged in water.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 55–56 (printed 52–53) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R common-owner road-course axle service

  The common owner manual recommends axle lubricant and friction modifier after the first hour, then every 12 hours of dedicated road-course use. The supplement additionally calls for before-and-after-track maintenance from its 150,000-mile schedule; review both applicable instructions with the servicing technician.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · owner PDF p. 15 (printed 12); supplement PDF pp. 6–7, 49 (printed 3–4, 46) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R normal differential fluid

  Every 150,000 miles in the GT350 supplement; do not substitute an older Shelby lifetime-fill exception.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact Ford 2015–2016 GT350 supplement.

  Published interval: 150,000 mi · Every 150,000 miles in the GT350 supplement; do not substitute an older Shelby lifetime-fill exception.

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF pp. 54–55 (printed 51–52) · checked 2026-09-07

• 10

  Fuel filter

  Exact reference available

  V6/EcoBoost/GT lifetime fuel filter

  The fuel filter is integrated into the tank and requires no regular maintenance or replacement.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF p. 225 (printed 222) · checked 2026-09-07

  GT350/GT350R factory fuel filter

  Motorcraft FG-1083

  Exact 5.2L factory parts table; parts fitment alone does not prescribe an interval.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF p. 47 (printed 44) — 5.2L Motorcraft Parts table · checked 2026-09-07

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft FG-1083

    Qty. 1 · Fuel filter · catalog-listed

    Catalog: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF p. 47 (printed 44) — 5.2L Motorcraft Parts table · checked 2026-09-07

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  Chassis lubrication

  Fitment must be confirmed

  V6/EcoBoost/GT towing axle and U-joint inspection

  Inspect rear axle and U-joints frequently; lubricate only if grease fittings are present.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF pp. 353–354 (printed 350–351) · checked 2026-09-07

• 12

  Wiper blades

  Exact reference available

  Annual wiper-blade replacement

  Replace at least once per year for optimum performance; inspect and clean sooner as needed.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6, 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8, 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US · Exact second-printing owner publication states vehicles built July 13, 2015 through May 1, 2016; confirm the applicable edition for other build dates.

  Published interval: 12 months · Replace at least once per year for optimum performance; inspect and clean sooner as needed.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner’s Manual, second printing, USA; vehicles built July 13, 2015–May 1, 2016 · PDF p. 227 (printed 224) · checked 2026-09-07

  2.3L EcoBoost — driver side

  Motorcraft WW-1964

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft WW-1964

    Qty. 1 · Driver-side windshield wiper blade · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  2.3L EcoBoost — passenger side

  Motorcraft WW-2160

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft WW-2160

    Qty. 1 · Passenger-side windshield wiper blade · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  3.7L V6 — driver side

  Motorcraft WW-1964

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6 · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft WW-1964

    Qty. 1 · Driver-side windshield wiper blade · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  3.7L V6 — passenger side

  Motorcraft WW-2160

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6 · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft WW-2160

    Qty. 1 · Passenger-side windshield wiper blade · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  5.0L V8 — driver side

  Motorcraft WW-1964

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft WW-1964

    Qty. 1 · Driver-side windshield wiper blade · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  5.0L V8 — passenger side

  Motorcraft WW-2160

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft WW-2160

    Qty. 1 · Passenger-side windshield wiper blade · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  Oil filter

  Exact reference available

  2.3L EcoBoost

  Motorcraft FL-910-S

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft FL-910-S

    Qty. 1 · Engine oil filter · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  3.7L V6

  Motorcraft FL-500-S

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6 · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft FL-500-S

    Qty. 1 · Engine oil filter · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  5.0L V8

  Motorcraft FL-500-S

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft FL-500-S

    Qty. 1 · Engine oil filter · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  Shelby GT350 and GT350R 5.2L

  Motorcraft FL-2069-ST

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · Shelby GT350 900A, Shelby GT350R 920A · US

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Mustang Shelby GT350 Supplement · PDF page 39 / printed page 36 — Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter · checked 2026-09-01

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft FL-2069-ST

    Qty. 1 · Engine oil filter · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year Shelby supplement requires this filter for the 5.2L GT350 and GT350R engine.

    Catalog: Ford — 2015–2016 Mustang Shelby GT350 Supplement · PDF page 39 / printed page 36 — Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter · checked 2026-09-01

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  Battery

  Exact reference available

  2.3L EcoBoost

  Motorcraft BXT-96R-590

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft BXT-96R-590

    Qty. 1 · Battery · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  3.7L V6

  Motorcraft BXT-96R-590

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 3.7L Ti-VCT V6 · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft BXT-96R-590

    Qty. 1 · Battery · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  5.0L V8

  Motorcraft BXT-96R-590

  Catalog fitment only; no service interval is inferred.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 · US · The factory table covers the 2.3L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines; it does not establish Shelby GT350/GT350R 5.2L fitment.

  Source: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft BXT-96R-590

    Qty. 1 · Battery · catalog-listed

    Ford's model-year factory table lists this part for the stated engine; confirm the installed engine and VIN before ordering.

    Catalog: Ford — 2016 Mustang Owner's Manual · PDF pages 276–278 / printed pages 273–275 — Motorcraft Parts engine tables · checked 2026-08-30

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  GT350/GT350R factory battery

  Motorcraft 67R-390

  Factory standard battery. Below 0°F Ford recommends the 590 CCA 96R battery, Ford CR3T-10655-BA; confirm installed equipment.

  Applies to: 2016 · 5.2L flat-plane-crank V8 · US

  Source: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF p. 47 (printed 44) — 5.2L Motorcraft Parts table · checked 2026-09-07

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  • Service replacementMotorcraft 67R-390

    Qty. 1 · Battery · catalog-listed

    Catalog: Ford — 2015–2016 Shelby GT350 Supplement, July 2015, USA · PDF p. 47 (printed 44) — 5.2L Motorcraft Parts table · checked 2026-09-07

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