Vehicle Identification Number

IDENTIFICATION CODES

Vehicle Identification Number

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Locator:

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is a 17-digit alphanumeric code. 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.

World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI):

The first 3 vehicle identification number (VIN) positions are the world manufacturer identifier (WMI).
- 1ZV - Ford, USA, passenger car

Restraint-Type Code:

The fourth VIN position is the vehicle restraint system type code.
- F - Active safety belts, all positions - driver and front passenger air bags
- H - Active safety belts, all positions - driver and front passenger air bags with side impact air bags

Line, Series And Body Type Code:

Positions 5 through 7 indicate vehicle line, series and body type.
- T80 - 2-door coupe, base
- T82 - 2-door coupe, GT
- T84 - 2-door convertible, base
- T85 - 2-door convertible, GT

Engine Code:

The eighth VIN position is the engine displacement and number of cylinders code.
- H - 4.6L, OHC, 3-valve, EFI, 8 cylinder
- N - 4.0L, SOHC, EFI, 6 cylinder

Computer-Generated Check Digit:

The ninth VIN position is a government-assigned, computer-generated check digit code (0-9).

Model Year Code:

The tenth VIN position is the model year code.
- 6 - 2006

Assembly Plant Code:

The eleventh VIN position is the assembly plant code.
- 5 - Auto Alliance International (AAI) - Flat Rock, Michigan (USA)

Production Sequence Number:

The last 6 VIN positions are the production sequence number. This number is also used as the vehicle serial and warranty number.
- 100001-599999