Vehicle Identification Number

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):

IDENTIFICATION CODES
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is a 17-digit combination of letters and numbers. 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:

The first three vehicle identification number (VIN) positions are the world manufacturer identifier.
- 2FM - Ford Motor Company, Canada, multi-purpose vehicle
- 2FT - Ford Motor Company, Canada, truck, completed vehicle

Brake Type And GVWR Code:

The fourth VIN position is the vehicle brake type and GVWR code (all vehicles use hydraulic brakes).
- Z - 5,001-6,000 pounds GVWR with driver and front passenger air bags
- D - 5,001-6,000 pounds GVWR with driver and front passenger air bags and driver and front passenger side impact air bags

Vehicle Line, Series And Body Type Code:

Positions 5 through 7 indicate vehicle line, series and body type.
- A50 - Base
- A51 - LX
- A52 - SE
- A53 - SEL
- A54 - Van
- A55 - LX (Canada)
- A56 - SEL (Canada)
- A57 - SE Sport
- A58 - SEL Limited

Engine Code:

The eighth VIN position is the engine displacement and number of cylinders.
- 4 - 3.8L, OHV, EFI, V6 Gas

Check Digit:

The ninth VIN position is government assigned, computer-generated check digit.

Model Year Code:

The tenth VIN position is the model year code.
- 3 - 2003

Assembly Plant Code:

The eleventh VIN position is the assembly plant code.
- B - Oakville (Oakville, Ontario)

World Manufacturer Identifier:

The last six VIN positions are an alphanumeric code for the vehicle build sequence. This number is also used as the vehicle serial and warranty number.
- A00001-E99999 - Ford Division