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:
Installation
1. NOTE: If the lower intake manifold is not secured within four
minutes, the sealant must be
removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to
dry until there is no
sign of wetness, or four minutes, whichever is longer. Failure t ...
Pinpoint Tests
PINPOINT TEST P1464: DTC P1464: A/C DEMAND OUT OF SELFTEST
RANGE
Test Step
Result / Action to Take
P14641 RECHECK FOR THE DTC
YesGO to P14642 .
No
The system is functioning
correctly. This DTC will set if the
A/C is turned on when carryi ...
Engine and Radiator Flushing
Special Tool(s)
Coolant System
Drain/Flush/Fill
164-R3673 or equivalent
Flush Kit
164-R3658 or equivalent
Drain Kit
164-R3662 or equivalent
Material
Item
Specification
Motorcraft Premium Cooling
...
