Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Typical Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) Decal

Typical Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) Decal

 

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:

    Ignition Coil-On-Plug
    Material Item Specification Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound D7AZ-19A331-A or equivalent ESE-M1C171- A Removal and Installation 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section ...

    Removal
    Both mounts 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Remove the coolant bypass tube. For additional information, refer to Section. 3. Rotate the drive belt tensioner clockwise and detach the drive belt from th ...

    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 or an equivalent part must be installed, if installat ...