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Manuals through 2025 now available!

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Vehicle Identification Number



VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER







The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate (1) is located on the lower windshield fence near the left a-pillar. The VIN contains 17 characters that provide data concerning the vehicle. Refer to the VIN decoding chart to determine the identification of a vehicle.

The VIN is also imprinted on the:
- Equipment Identification Plate.
- Vehicle Safety Certification Label.
- Frame rail.

To protect the consumer from theft and possible fraud the manufacturer is required to include a Check Digit at the ninth position of the VIN. The check digit is used by the manufacturer and government agencies to verify the authenticity of the vehicle and official documentation. The formula to use the check digit is not released to the general public.







2009 VIN DECODING INFORMATION







2010 VIN DECODING INFORMATION










2011 VIN DECODING INFORMATION










2012 VIN DECODING INFORMATION































2013 VIN DECODING INFORMATION