Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Vehicle Certification (VC) Label Locator

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.

Vehicle Certification (VC) Label Locator

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:

    Evaporator Core Orifice
    NOTE: The evaporator core orifice is an integral part of the condenser to evaporator line and should be installed as an assembly with the line. NOTE: A new evaporator core orifice should be installed whenever a new A/C compressor is installed. The evapora ...

    Special Testing Procedures
    The special tests are designed to aid the technician in diagnosing the hydraulic and mechanical portion of the transmission. Engine Idle Speed Check Refer to the Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual for diagnosis and testing of the eng ...

    Cable and Conduit - Front
    Removal 1. CAUTION: If any component in the parking brake system requires repair or if the rear axle housing (4010) is removed, the cable tension must be released. Release the cable tension. For additional information, refer to Parking Brake Cable Tens ...