Vortech 1986-1993 Ford 5.0 Mustang - Manual (Page 28)

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17. FINAL CHECK
A. Reconnect the battery.
B. If your vehicle has gone over 10,000 miles
since its last spark plug change, you will
need to change the spark plugs now before
test driving the vehicle.
C. Check all fittings, nuts, bolts and clamps
for tightness. Pay particular attention to
oil and fuel lines around moving parts,
sharp edges and exhaust system parts.
Make sure all wires and lines are properly
secured with clamps or tie wraps.
D. Check all fluid levels, making sure that
your tank is filled with 91 octane or higher
fuel before commencing test drive.
E. Visually inspect the fan, belts and shroud
for clearance before running the vehicle.
Pay special attention to the upper radiator
hose-to-belt and pulley clearance.
F. Start engine and allow to idle a few minutes,
then shut off.
G. Recheck to be sure that no hoses, wires,
etc. are near exhaust headers or moving
parts and for signs of any fluid leakage.
Check ignition timing to make sure it is set
to stock specifications before commencing
test drive.
h. PLEASE TAKE SPECIAL NOTE:
Operating the vehicle without ALL the
subassemblies completely and properly
installed may cause FAILURE OF MAJOR
COMPONENTS.
I. Test drive the vehicle.
J. The supercharger drive belt stretches
initially and will require adjustment
between 250 and 400 miles.
K. Read the STREET SUPERChARGER
SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL (RACE
OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ThE
RENEGADE KIT) AND RETURN ThE
WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM
within thirty (30) days of purchasing your
supercharger system to qualify (Renegade
systems are designed for racing and come
with a standard 6 month warranty).
WARNING: Do not attempt to operate the vehicle until
ALL components are installed and ALL
operations are completed including the
final check.
For internally lubricated V3 units only
This supercharger has been factory pre-filled with
special Vortech synthetic lubricant. Oil does not need
to be added to a brand new unit; however a fluid level
check should be performed.
Prior to operating the supercharger on the vehicle and
after installation onto the vehicle:
Remove the factory installed flat-head brass shipping
plug (not the dipstick) from the top of the supercharger
case. Replace the sealed shipping plug with the sup-
plied “vented” plug. Do not operate the supercharger
without it. Check the supercharger fluid level.
Fluid level checking procedure:
1. Ensure that the .06” copper sealing washer
is located on the dipstick base.
2. Thread the clean dipstick into the unit until
it seats.
3. Once the dipstick has seated, remove the
dipstick from the unit. Fluid should register
in the crosshatched area on the dipstick.
4. DO NOT OVERFILL!!! Drain excess fluid from
the unit if it is above the maximum level on
the dipstick.
Check the fluid level using the dipstick at least every
2,500 miles.
Initial supercharger fluid change must be performed at
2,500 miles. The supercharger fluid must be changed
at least every 7,500 miles.
Drain the fluid, refill the unit with 4 oz. of Vortech V3
lubricating fluid and then confirm proper oil level using
the dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL!!!
WARNING: Use of any other fluid other than the
special Vortech lubricant will void the
warranty and may cause component
failure.