Vehicle Identification Number

Typical Identification Number (Typical)


The VIN for title and registration purposes is stamped on a metal plate and fastened to the instrument panel 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.







World Manufacturer Identifier


VIN Code Description
A Active Belt (driver) And Passive Belts (passenger) And Drive Air Bag
B Active belts (all positions)
C Active Belts (all positions) and Driver Air Bag
L Active Belt (all positions) and Air Bags (Driver and Passenger)
P Passive Belts (Front) Active Belts (Rear)
R Passive Belts (Driver, Passenger) and Driver Air Bag
S Passive Belts (Driver, Passenger) and Air Bag (Driver, Passenger)

Restraint System Type







Manufacturer Specification







Line, Series Body Type







Engine Type


Check Digit
VIN Position 9 is a check digit.


VIN Code Year
V 1997
W 1998

Vehicle Model Year







Assembly Plant







Production Sequence Number