Vehicle Identification Number

IDENTIFICATION CODES

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Location:

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is a 17-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 (VIN)

World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI):

The first three vehicle identification number (VIN) positions are the world manufacturer code.
- 1FM - Ford Motor Company, USA, multi-purpose vehicle
- 1F1 - Ford Motor Company, USA, MPV-Limousine.

Brake Type And Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):

The fourth VIN position is the vehicle brake type and GVWR code (all vehicles use hydraulic brakes).
- N - 8,501-9,000 pounds GVWR with driver and front passenger air bags
- S - 9,001-10,000 pounds GVWR with driver and front passenger air bags

Vehicle Line, Series, Body Type:

Positions 5 through 7 indicate vehicle line, series and body type.
- U40 - 4x2, XLT
- U41 - 4x4, XLT
- U42 - 4x2, Limited
- U43 - 4x4, Limited
- U44 - 4x2, Eddie Bauer
- U45 - 4x4, Eddie Bauer

Engine Code:

The eighth VIN position is the engine displacement and number of cylinders.
- L - 5.4L, Modular, SOHC, EFI, V8, Gas
- P - 6.0L, OHV, DI Turbo, V8, Diesel
- S - 6.8L, SOHC, EFI, V10, Gas

Check Digit Code:

The ninth VIN position is a government assigned, computer-generated check digit.

Model Year Code:

The tenth VIN position is the model year code.
- 5 - 2005

Assembly Plant Code:

The eleventh VIN position is the assembly plant code.
- E - Kentucky Truck (Jefferson County, Kentucky)

Sequential Build Code:

The last six VIN positions are an alphanumeric code for the vehicle build sequence. This is also the vehicle serial and warranty number.
- A00001-F99999 - Ford Division.