Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Typical Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) Decal
The Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) decal shows:
- the components of the emission control system.
- the correct vacuum hose routing.
- the color stripe of the vacuum hoses.
The PCV system uses the intake manifold vacuum to ventilate the crankcase and return the fumes to the intake manifold for combustion.
Engine Emission Control (Description and Operation)
CAUTION: Do not remove any part of the engine emission control system.
Operating the
engine without the engine emission control system will reduce fuel economy and
engine
ventilation. This will weak ...
EGR System Components
The EGR system returns a portion of the exhaust gas to the intake manifold to
reduce the combustion
temperature. This results in lower nitrous oxide formation.
The powertrain control modul ...
Other materials:
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
Electrical
Fuel tank
Engine coolant level
Accessory drive belt
Engine oil level
Par ...
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) (Description and Operation)
The air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is designed to provide
increased collision protection
for front seat occupants in addition to that provided by the three-point safety
belt system. Safety belt
use is necessary to obtain the best occupant protec ...
Valve Tappets
Material
Removal
CAUTION: If removing more than one valve tappet, mark the
components removed for
correct location.
1. Remove the lower intake manifold. For additional information, refer to
Lower Intake Manifold in
this section.
2. Remove the push r ...
