Ford sent out a Letter to original owners in first winter, Soroush framed his.
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FORD GT EXTENDED STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS
At Ford, we fully understand that many Ford GT's will see only occasional Operation and that many of the vehicles, especially in the northern climates, may be stored for an extended period during the winter months. The following are recommendations for extended storage:
Powertrain Items
• Fuel – Fill the fuel tank and add commercially available fuel stabilizer. Run the engine for a minimum of 1 minute to ensure that treated fuel has circulated through the system. Replace the fuel filter every 3 years.
• Oil and filter – Perform the annual oil and oil filter change prior to storing the vehicle. The recommended oil is Motorcraft 5W-50 Full Synthetic, part number XO 5W50 QGT. If the vehicle has been stored for longer than 3 years without the engine being started the oil pump drive belt should be replaced.
• Coolant – Replace the engine and intercooler coolant every 3 years. The recommended coolant is Motorcraft part number VC 7A (VC7B for CA, OR, and NM).
• Transaxle fluid – Replace the transaxle fluid every 3 years. The recommended fluid is Motorcraft part number XT 75W-90 QGT.
• Air Filter – Inspect both air filter elements annually, clean and replace as required. Replace them every 3 years.
Chassis Items
• Brake fluid – Check and note fluid level prior to storage and ensure master cylinder reservoir cap is secured. Note and change in fluid level before putting vehicle back into service. If a drop in fluid level is noted, check brake system for leaks.
• Brake pads/rotor rust – If your GT is stored for an extended period of time, rust can form on the brake rotors. Minor surface rust will be removed after a few hard stops. During this period, a minor squealing noise may be heard. This noise will go away after the rust is removed. NOTE: Be sure to allow sufficient time (number of stops) to remove all embedded rust on pad surface as well as rotors.
• Tires – To reduce flat-spotting of the tires, inflate all four tires to the maximum inflation pressure noted on the sidewall of the tire (44 psi). When the vehicle is taken out of storage, reset pressures to the recommended levels stated in the owner's guide. Alternately, the vehicle may be stored on jack stands to eliminate any potential for flat spotting.
Electrical Items
• Battery – to maintain battery voltage when the vehicle will be stored for an extended time, ensure that the trickle charger, part number 4G7Z-14B249-A is used.
Body Items
Door Hinges and locks – Check and lubricate all hinges, latches, and outside locks.
• Paint – Apply Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45) and Motorcraft Liquid Wax (ZC-53A). Cover the vehicle with the car cover to protect the finish. For additional information refer to the Cleaning section of the Owner Guide.
