Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Vehicle Certification (VC) Label Locator
The upper portion of the vehicle certification (VC) label contains the manufacturer name, the month and year of manufacture, the certification statement and the VIN. It also includes gross vehicle weight ratings (GVWR). The VC label is located on the left-hand door jamb.
| Item | Description |
| 1 | Exterior paint color code |
| 2 | Region code |
| 3 | Special order code (DSO - domestic special order/ FSO - foreign special order/ PTO - paint, tire option special order) |
| 4 | Brake type code |
| 5 | Interior trim code |
| 6 | Tape/paint stripe code |
| 7 | Radio type code |
| 8 | Axle ratio code |
| 9 | Transmission code |
| 10 | Spring code |
| 11 | Powertrain calibration code |
Vehicle Certification (VC) Label Reference
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Locator
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is a seventeen-digit alphanumeric
code. The VIN is stamped
on a metal tab riveted to the instrument panel, top upper left of the dash. The
VIN number is als ...
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 ...
Other materials:
Removal
1. Remove the differential housing cover (4033) and drain the rear axle
(4001). For additional
information, refer to Differential Housing Cover in this section.
2. CAUTION: Reinstall the differential pinion shaft (4211) and the bolt in
the differential
case ...
Wheel
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301) and wait at least one minute
to allow the depletion
of the restraint system backup power supply.
2. Turn the steering wheel to the straight-ahead position and the ignition
switch to ...
Axle information
Traction-Lokâ„¢ Axle (If Equipped)
This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when
one wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under normal conditions, the
Traction-Lokâ„¢ axle functions like a standard rear axle.
Extended use of other ...
