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:
Changing a bulb
Lamp Assembly Condensation
Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure.
Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air
enters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility that
condensation can oc ...
Cleaning the interior
WARNING: Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the
vehicle’s safety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt
webbing.
WARNING: On vehicles equipped with seat-mounted airbags, do
not use chemical solvents or strong detergents. Such products
could ...
Installation
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read
and follow all warnings,
cautions and notes at the beginning of the removal procedure.
1. Install the passenger air bag module.
1. Position the passenger air bag module into the instrume ...
