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VIN Number Identification

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER LOCATION




The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is stamped on the upper right side of the cowl top front panel.

VIN Decoder




1. World manufacturer's identifier code
- KMH - Hyundai Motor Co., Korea

2. Model line and drive type
- V - 1995-1999 Accent

3. Body Type
- F - 4 Door sedan
- D - 3 Door

4. Trim level
- 1 - Standard
- 2 - Deluxe (GL)
- 3 - Super deluxe (GLS, LS, GS)

5. Restraint type
- 1 - Active 3-point
- 2 - Passive
- 4 - Airbag and active belt

6. Engine type
- N - 1495 cc

7. Check digit
- Mathematically determined to validate frame numbers

8. Model year
- R - 1994
- S - 1995
- T - 1996

9. Plant code
- U - Ulsan, Korea plant

10. Serial number
- 000001 through 999999