Vehicle Identification Number

VIN Locations Part 1:

VIN Locations Part 2:

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:

VIN Positions 1, 2 and 3, Part 2:

World Manufacturer Identifier

VIN Position 4:

Restraint System Type

VIN Position 5:

Manufacturer Specification

VIN Position 6 and 7:

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, Part 1:

VIN Position 11, Part 2:

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