Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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.

| 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:
Final assembly
23. Install the differential assembly in the differential housing. For
additional information, refer to
Differential Case in this section.
24. CAUTION: Align the index marks.
CAUTION: Install the driveshaft with new bolts. If new bolts are not available,
a ...
Assembly
1. Lubricate all components with the recommended transmission fluid when
reassembling.
2. Using the special tools, press the output shaft front bearing on the output
shaft.
3. Install the third gear bearing.
Apply petroleum jelly to the bearing.
4. I ...
External Controls (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 37 , Shift Lock for schematic and connector
information.
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 29 , Transmission Control for schematic and
connector information.
Special Tool(s)
73 Digital Multimeter
105-R0051 or equivalent ...
