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Repair and Diagnosis: Application and ID

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER LOCATION
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is stamped on the upper right side of the cowl top front panel.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The Vehicle Identification Number consists of 17 digits:

K M H V F 3 2 J 9 R U 0 0 0 0 4 7

1 - 3. World manufacturers identifier code KMH: Hyundai Motor Co., Korea.
4. Drive line type V: LHD (Excel / Precis).
5. Body type D: 3 door sedan.
6. Body style and version 1: Standard.
7. Restraint type 1: Passive system.
8. Engine type J: 1468 cc.
9. Check digit: Mathematically determined to validate frame numbers.
10. Model year R: 1994.
11. Plant code U: Ulsan plant.
12 - 17. Serial number: 000001 - 999999