Vehicle Identification Number

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

World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI):

The first three Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) positions are the world manufacturer identifier.
^ 4M2 - Mercury, USA, multi-purpose vehicle.

Brake/Restraint And Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):

The fourth VIN position is the vehicle brake/restraint type and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) code (all vehicles use hydraulic brakes).
^ Z - 5,001-6000 pounds GVWR with second generation air bags.

Vehicle Line And Series:

Positions 5 through 7 indicate vehicle line and series code.
^ V11 - Villager, Base.
^ V12 - Villager, Sport.
^ V14 - Villager, Estate.

Engine Type:

The eighth VIN identifies the engine displacement and number of cylinders code.
^ T - 3.3L, SOHC, V6, Gas.

Computer Generated Check Digit:

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

Model Year:

The tenth VIN position is the model year code.
^ 2 - 2002.

Assembly Plant:

The eleventh VIN position is the assembly plant code.
^ D - Ohio Truck (Avon Lake, Ohio).

Vehicle Build Sequence:

The last six VIN positions are an alphanumeric code for the vehicle build sequence. This is also the vehicle serial and warranty number.
^ J00001-L99999 - Mercury Division.