Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Interior Trim Codes

The interior trim codes are listed below. The first letter/number is for the interior fabric. The second letter is for the interior color.
- 9 - Quantum/Rhodes cloth (base coupe)
- A - Link weave cloth (Mach One)
- M - Nudo Leather (Cobra)
- T - Lea cloth with vinyl (base coupe/convertible)
- U - Shadow/Twill cloth (GT)
- X - Lea cloth with vinyl (GT)
The interior trim colors are:
- 2 - Medium Graphite
- 2 - Medium Graphite/Midnight Black (Cobra)
- H - Medium Parchment
- H - Midnight Black/Medium Parchment (Cobra)
- R - Midnight Black/Colorado Red (Cobra)
- W - Midnight Black
- Z - Oxford White
Tape/Paint Stripe Codes

- P - White/Gray (tape applique emblem)
- X - Black (hood and body tape stripe) - Mach One
Radio Codes

The radio type codes are:
- 2 - Premium electronic AM/FM stereo with compact disc (CD) player and clock
- 9 - CDX6+, AM/FM stereo with 6-disc compact disc (CD) changer and MACH 460 subwoofer sound system
- Z - AM/FM stereo, dual media (MP3) with compact disc (CD) player
Axle Ratio Codes

The axle ratio is:
- X5 - 3.8L, non-ABS, 3.27 ratio
- Z5 - 3.8L, ABS, 3.27 ratio
- ME - 4.6L, Mach One, 3.55 ratio
- LE - 4.6L, VX, 3.27 ratio
- TE - 3.55 locker (with independent rear suspension) - Cobra
Transmission Codes

The transmission code is:
- 5-Five-speed manual (T5OD/TR3150) - base
- B-Six-speed manual (T56), Cobra
- K-Five-speed manual (TR3650), GT
- U-Four-speed automatic (AODE/4R70W)
Paint Codes
The first set of paint code letters/numbers listed indicate the vehicle
primary body color. The second
set of paint code letters/numbers listed (if applicable) indicate a two-tone or
accent body co ...
Spring Codes
The spring code portion of the vehicle certification (VC) label identifies
both the front and rear springs.
The first letter/number indicates the front spring code. The second
letter/number indic ...
Other materials:
Manual transmission
Using the Clutch
Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that prevents
starting the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully pressed.
To start the vehicle:
1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set.
2. Press the clutch pedal to the
floor, then ...
Jump-starting the vehicle
WARNING: The gases around the battery can explode if exposed
to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in
injury or vehicle damage.
WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin,
eyes and clothing, if contacted.
Do not atte ...
Damper
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect
performance of vital
components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A
new part with
the same part number must be installed if installation becomes nec ...
