Vortech 1996-1998 Ford 4.6L Mustang Cobra User Manual

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P/N: 4FK020-010

24NOV08 v3.0(4.6L DOHC Cobra (4FK v3.0))

For internally lubricated V3 units only
This supercharger has been factory pre-filled with spe-

cial 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 supercharger

unit it seats.

3. Once the dipstick has seated, remove the dip-

stick from the unit. Fluid should register in the

crosshatched area on the dipstick.

4. DO NOT OVERFILL!!! Drain excess fluid the

unit if it is above the maximum level on the dip-

stick.

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.

12. FINAL CHECK, CONT’D