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:

    Removal
    1. Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301). 2. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube (9B659). 3. Remove the radiator sight shield (8C291). 4. Remove the coolant recovery reservoir (8A080). 1. Disconnect the hose. 2. Remove the bolts. 3. Remo ...

    Removal
    All vehicles WARNING: To prevent glass splinters from entering eyes or cutting hands, wear safety glasses and heavy gloves when cutting glass from the vehicle. 1. Remove the RH and LH windshield side garnish mouldings. If equipped with a convert ...

    Powertrain/Drivetrain Mount Neutralizing
    WARNING: The electrical power to the air suspension system must be shut off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. This can be accomplished by turning off the air suspension switch. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation ...