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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Identification Codes
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 also found
on the vehicle certification (VC) label.
SECTION 100-01: Identification Codes
2003 Mustang Workshop Manual
Item
Description
1
World manufacturer identifier (WMI)
2
Restraint type code
3
Line, series, body type (passenger car)
4
Engine code
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2003 Mustang Workshop Manual
17.11.2011
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Summary of Contents for 2003 Mustang
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Page 1136: ...DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Engine SECTION 303 01B Engine 4 6L 2V 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual ...
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Page 1186: ...20 Fill the crankcase with clean engine oil ...
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Page 2722: ...NOTE The flat on the main shift control shaft must face upward Install the pin ...
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Page 2812: ...25 Install the third gear bearing Apply petroleum jelly to the bearing 26 Install third gear ...
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Page 4165: ...DEFOGGERS Fig 10 Defoggers Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4166: ...ENGINE PERFORMANCE 3 8L 2003 Ford Mustang 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4178: ...Fig 23 Back up Lamps Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4182: ...Fig 27 Headlights Circuit HORN 2003 Ford Mustang 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4185: ...Fig 30 Courtesy Lamps Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4192: ...Fig 37 Lumbar Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4197: ...Fig 42 Base Radio Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4204: ...Fig 49 Charging Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4210: ...Fig 55 Wiper Washer Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4222: ...ENGINE PERFORMANCE 3 8L 2003 Ford Mustang GT 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4234: ...Fig 23 Back up Lamps Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang GT 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4238: ...Fig 27 Headlights Circuit HORN 2003 Ford Mustang GT 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4241: ...Fig 30 Courtesy Lamps Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang GT 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4248: ...Fig 37 Lumbar Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang GT 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4253: ...Fig 42 Base Radio Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang GT 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4260: ...Fig 49 Charging Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang GT 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4266: ...Fig 55 Wiper Washer Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang GT 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4278: ...ENGINE PERFORMANCE 3 8L 2003 Ford Mustang Cobra 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4290: ...Fig 23 Back up Lamps Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang Cobra 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4304: ...Fig 37 Lumbar Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang Cobra 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4309: ...Fig 42 Base Radio Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang Cobra 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4316: ...Fig 49 Charging Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang Cobra 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4322: ...Fig 55 Wiper Washer Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang Cobra 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4334: ...ENGINE PERFORMANCE 3 8L 2003 Ford Mustang Mach 1 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4360: ...Fig 37 Lumbar Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang Mach 1 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4365: ...Fig 42 Base Radio Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang Mach 1 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4372: ...Fig 49 Charging Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang Mach 1 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...
Page 4378: ...Fig 55 Wiper Washer Circuit 2003 Ford Mustang Mach 1 2003 SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS Ford Mustang ...