Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Vehicle Certification (VC) Label Locator

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.

Vehicle Certification (VC) Label Locator

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:

    Ignition Lock Cylinder - Non-Functional
    Removal and Installation 1. NOTE: Make sure the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position. Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301) and wait at least one minute to allow the depletion of the restraint system backup power supply. For addit ...

    Visual Inspection Chart
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    Removal
    1. Raise and support the vehicle. 2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. 3. Remove the rear brake disc (2C026). 4. Remove the differential housing cover (4033) and drain the lubricant. For additional information, refer to Differential Housing Cover in t ...