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Restraints and Safety Systems: Application and ID






IDENTIFICATION CODES

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a seventeen-digit combination of letters and numbers. 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.

Vehicle Identification Number


Brake Type and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):






The fourth VIN position is the vehicle brake type and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) code. All vehicle use hydraulic brakes.
^ E - 6,001-7,000 pounds GVWR with driver and front passenger air bags and driver and front passenger side impact air bags
^ F - 7,001-8,000 pounds GVWR with driver and front passenger air bags and driver and front passenger side impact air bags
^ R - 6,001-7,000 pounds GVWR with driver and front passenger air bags
^ P - 7,001-8,000 pounds GVWR with driver and front passenger air bags