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Mustang ME6002 2009 Parts Catalog – Factory OEM Documentation

I’ve been turning wrenches for 28 years. I’ve seen too many guys order the wrong part because they guessed at a serial number break or used a generic aftermarket parts list. That’s lost time, lost money, and a pissed-off customer. The Mustang ME6002 2009 Parts Catalog is what you need to avoid that headache. It’s the factory OEM document – 172 pages of the exact part numbers, torque specs, and assembly breakdowns. Not a reprint, not a copy. This is the original 2009 revision C, part #918051, straight from Mustang Manufacturing Company, Inc. If you’re working on a compact excavator starting with serial number A800473, this is your bible.

Torque Specifications – The Inside Back Cover

You need torque values. Standard attaching hardware torque values are on the inside back cover. Metric torque values in illustrations are in Newton-meters – multiply by 0.738 to get foot-pounds. That’s not a suggestion. Use it. The manual also lists fastener grades: Grade 8.8 cap screws, nuts, bolts. Don’t guess. If you strip a bolt because you eyeballed the torque, that’s on you. The manual gives you the number. Use it. The abbreviations table on page 2 explains fastener codes like CS (Cap Screw), HB (Hex Bolt), HN (Hex Nut). Learn them. They appear in the parts lists. The manual also specifies that all cap screws, nuts, and bolts are Grade 8.8, cadmium or zinc plated unless otherwise specified. That’s important for corrosion resistance. If you use a lower grade bolt, you’re asking for a failure.

3 Serial Number Rules You Must Follow

The serial number breaks in this manual are not optional. They are listed using three formats: (SN 999 and before), (SN 1000-2000), and (SN 2001 and up). The manual also includes exceptions like (SN 999 and before except 997) or (SN 1000-2000 except 1996 including 997). You must match your machine’s serial number exactly. The serial number tag is on the front cabin panel. Write it down. Then look up the correct parts list. For example, if your machine is SN 1500, you use the parts listed for the (SN 1000-2000) range. If the exception says ‘including 997’, then SN 997 is also included in that range. If the exception says ‘except 997’, then SN 997 is excluded and belongs to the previous range. I’ve seen guys order a final drive motor for a machine that was one serial number off, and the ports were different. That’s a $1,500 mistake. Don’t be that guy. The manual also notes that serial number exceptions and inclusions are indicated as described in the introduction. Read that page carefully.

Alphabetical and Numerical Indexes – Don’t Skip Them

This manual has an alphabetical index from A to H and I to V, plus a numerical index. Use them. If you need a part but don’t know the number, the alphabetical index gets you to the right page. The numerical index lets you look up a part number you already have to see which assemblies it fits. These indexes are on pages after the table of contents. I’ve watched techs flip through 172 pages manually. That’s stupid. Use the indexes. The table of contents itself lists the main sections. The introduction reminds you to specify the correct part number, full description, quantity, model, and serial number when ordering. That’s not optional.

What the Parts Catalog Actually Covers

This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. It shows exploded view parts lists with reference numbers. Each illustration has a parts list with part numbers, descriptions, and quantities. A small bag icon indicates a seal kit (seals, o-rings, etc.). Specific reference numbers circled indicate a complete assembly. The manual covers the entire ME6002 compact excavator from serial number A800473 onward. The revision C from 02/09 ensures you have the latest updates from Mustang Manufacturing. The manual includes 172 pages total, with an introduction, table of contents, alphabetical index A-H, I-V, numerical index, and torque specifications. The abbreviations table defines terms like ASSD (Assembled), ASSY (Assembly), AR (As Required), CB (Carriage Bolt), CP (Cotter Pin), FHCS (Flat Head Cap Screw), GR (Grade), HLN (Hex Lock Nut), HP (High Pressure), HYD (Hydraulic), INS (Insert), LN (Lock Nut), and LT (Light). Knowing these abbreviations is key to reading the parts lists correctly. The manual specifies that ‘right’ and ‘left’ are determined from a position sitting on the seat and facing forward. That’s important when ordering parts like mirrors or control levers. The serial number tag is located on a panel on the front of the cabin. The manual also includes a note that Mustang Manufacturing reserves the right to make changes without obligation to install on previously delivered units. So if your machine is an earlier serial number, you may have different parts. The revision C from 02/09 is the latest, so you’re using the most current part numbers.

Why OEM Documentation Matters

I’ve seen aftermarket catalogs that mislabel a part or omit a revision. That costs you a tow or a comeback. This is the real deal – Mustang Manufacturing’s own document. The serial number tag on your machine matches the data in this manual. No guessing. This manual is part of the Automotive Industry Overview and used in construction equipment. For background on heavy equipment standards, see Automotive Industry Overview. This is part #918051, Revision C, dated 02/09. It’s the exact same manual that Mustang dealerships use. They don’t use a third-party copy. Neither should you. The manual includes a numerical index that lets you cross-reference part numbers across assemblies. The alphabetical index allows you to find parts by name. This is not a generic list. It’s specific to the ME6002 with serial number A800473 and up.

If you need other Mustang equipment manuals, check out: Mustang 2044 2054 2010 Skid-Steer Parts Catalog Factory OEM, Mustang ME 1503 2009 Parts Catalog – Factory OEM Documentation, and Mustang 940 1994 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Parts Manual.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this manual include torque specs for all hardware?

Yes, standard torque values are on the inside back cover and metric values in the illustrations.

How do I use the serial number breaks to order parts?

The manual uses three serial number break notations: (SN 999 and before), (SN 1000-2000), and (SN 2001 and up). It also includes exceptions like ‘except 997’ or ‘including 1996’. You need to match your machine’s serial number exactly to the range. If your machine is SN 1500, you use the parts listed for the (SN 1000-2000) range. If there’s an exception, read carefully. The manual also has a numerical index to find the part number. Don’t skip this step. I’ve seen guys order the wrong hydraulic hose because they ignored the serial number break. That’s a $200 mistake.

Don’t trust your machine to a photocopy or a third-party scan. Access the Factory Manual now and get the exact specs you need to keep your ME6002 running.