Engine - Overview — 2016 workshop reference 143

303-01C Engine - 5.0L 32V Ti-VCT/5.0L Ti-VCT V8 (308kW/418PS) 2016 Mustang

Description and Operation Procedure revision date: 08/27/2014

Engine - Overview

Base Part Number: 6L084

Overview

The 5.0L (302 CID) is a V-8 engine with the following features:

Dual overhead camshafts Four valves per cylinder SFI Aluminum cylinder heads Aluminum, 90-degree V-cylinder block Twin independent VCT system Individually chain-driven camshafts with a hydraulic timing chain tensioner on each timing chain Electronic ignition system with 8 ignition coils

Engine Identification

Always refer to these labels when installation of new parts is necessary or when checking engine calibrations. The engine parts often differ within a CID family. Verification of the identification codes will make sure the correct parts are obtained. The codes contain all the pertinent information relating to the dates, optional equipment and revisions.

Engine Code Information Label

Engine - Overview — original illustration 1, reference 143Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge
Item	Description
1	Essex engine plant
2	Engine displacement
3	Transmission
4	Vehicle line
5	Sequential number
6	Engine build date (DDMMYY)
7	Essex engine plant
8	Bar code
9	Engine part number

Source reference 143

2016 Mustang workshop publication supplied to Mustang Atlas. Original technical text and illustrations; HTML formatting by Mustang Atlas. Source page numbering is retained for traceability. Follow the configuration, revision, warnings, and cross-references in the material. About this edition.