Vehicle Identification Number

Vehicle Identification Number (Typical):

IDENTIFICATION CODES
The official VIN for title and registration purposes is stamped on a metal plate and fastened to the instrument panel. It is positioned close to the windshield glass on the left-hand side of the vehicle and is visible from the outside.

The vehicle identification number is also located on the vehicle certification label.

VIN Positions 1,2 And 3 (Part 1 Of 2):

VIN Positions 1,2 And 3 (Part 2 Of 2):

World Manufacturer Identifier

VIN Position 4:

Restraint System Type

VIN Position 5:

Manufacturer Specification

VIN Position 5:

Line, Series, Body Type

VIN Position 8:

Engine Type

Check Digit
Vin Position 9 is a check digit.

VIN Position 10:

Vehicle Model Year

VIN Position 11:

Assembly Plant


Production Sequence Number

VIN Position 12 through 17
Sequence Number
^ 100,001 through 599,999 - Ford Division Vehicles
^ 600,001 through 999,999 - Lincoln and Mercury Division Vehicles