Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Paint Codes

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 color.

  • B7 - Zinc Yellow (clear coat)
  • CX - Dark Shadow Gray Metallic
  • D3 - Colorado Red (clear coat)
  • G2 - Redfire (water based) clear coat
  • L2 - True Blue (water based) clear coat
  • L5 - Azure Blue (water based) clear coat (Mach One only)
  • SN - Sonic Blue (water based) clear coat
  • SU - Amazon Green (water based) clear coat
  • UA - Ebony (clear coat)
  • YN - Silver Metallic (water based) clear coat
  • Z1 - Oxford White (clear coat)

Brake Codes

Brake Codes

The brake type codes are:

  • 2 - Four-wheel disc with anti-lock brake system (ABS)
  • 3 - Traction control
  • 5 - Four-wheel disc with anti-lock brake system (ABS) and traction control
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    Interior Trim Codes
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    Other materials:

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    Piston - Selection
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    Removal
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