VIN - Identification Codes - Except Electric Ford Focus ST III

Scheme 1

The 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 is also found on the VC label. If the VIN plate requires replacement, authorized dealers must contact their respective regional office.

Scheme 2

World Manufacturer Identifier

The first 3 VIN positions are the WMI (World Manufacturer Identifier).

1. 1FA - Ford Motor Company, USA, passenger car

Restraint Type

The fourth VIN position is the vehicle restraint type code.

1. H - Active safety belts (all positions), driver and front passenger air bags with driver and front passenger side impact air bags

Vehicle Line, Series and Body Type

Positions 5 through 7 indicate vehicle line, series and body type.

1. P3E - 4-door sedan, S series
2. P3F - 4-door sedan, SE series
3. P3H - 4-door sedan, SEL series
4. P3J - 4-door sedan, Titanium series
5. P3K - 5-door hatchback, SE series
6. P3M - 5-door hatchback, SEL series
7. P3N - 5-door hatchback, Titanium series

Engine Type

The eighth VIN position identifies the engine type, displacement and number of cylinders.

1. 2 - 2.0L, in-line 4-cylinder, 16-valve

Check Digit

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

1. 0-9

Model Year

The tenth VIN position is the model year code.

1. C - 2012

Assembly Plant

The eleventh VIN position is the assembly plant code.

1. L - Michigan Assembly - Wayne, Michigan

Production Sequence Number

The last 6 VIN positions are a numeric code for the vehicle build sequence. This is also the vehicle serial and warranty number. The serial number can also be found on the engine block, transmission and frame.

1. 100001-599999

Scheme 3

The VC label contains the manufacturer name, the month and year of manufacture, the certification statement and the VIN. It also includes GVW and tire information. If a vehicle requires replacement of the VC label and is 4 years old or less, an authorized dealer must submit the VIN to their respective regional office. The regional office will submit a web form to the assembly plant for the replacement label. Once the label has been printed, a representative from the regional office will deliver the label to the dealer and witness installation on the vehicle. If a vehicle is more than 4 years old and requires a replacement label, the dealer must submit a request to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Scheme 4

Paint Code

Paint codes are listed as a 2-part code. The first set of paint code numbers/letters indicate the vehicle primary body color. The second set of letters/numbers (if applicable) indicate a 2-tone or accent body color. All paint codes are a base coat/clear coat finish.

1. L1 - Spirit Blue
2. L6 - Kona Blue
3. LP - Electric Gold 2
4. NQ - Yellow Blaze 3
5. P9 - Frosted Glass
6. PQ - Race Red
7. RZ - Red Candy Tint 2 (tri-coat)
8. SN - Sonic Blue
9. U6 - Red Candy Tint
10. UA - Ebony
11. UG - White Platinum (tri-coat)
12. UH - Tuxedo Black Metallic
13. UJ - Sterling Gray Metallic
14. UX - Ingot Silver Metallic
15. YZ - Oxford White
16. Z9 - Blue Candy Tint

Interior Trim Codes

Interior trim codes are listed as a 2-part code. The first digit listed indicates the seat and fabric style. The second digit listed indicates the interior trim color.

Trim Codes

1. 2 - Torino leather
2. 3 - Pur/Torino leather
3. 8 - Protection cloth/Torino leather
4. 9 - Windsor leather
5. E - Rack/Ghecko cloth (88E)
6. F - Otis/Lux cloth
7. G - Pur/Lux cloth
8. K - Black/White leather
9. L - Red/Black leather
10. M - Lux cloth
11. N - Rack/Ghecko cloth (88N)
12. S - Fifth Avenue cloth

Interior Trim Color Codes

1. K - Gold
2. L - Medium Light Stone
3. R - Blue
4. U - Light Stone
5. W - Charcoal Black
6. Z - Oxford White

Tape/Paint Stripe Codes

Tape and paint stripe codes do not apply.

Radio Codes

The following lists available radio codes

1. 1 - AM / FM stereo, CD player - Package 21
2. 3 - AM / FM stereo, CD player, SYNC®, Package 22
3. 4 - AM / FM stereo, CD player, SDARS (Satellite Digital Audio Receiver System) - Package 23
4. 5 - AM / FM stereo, CD player, SDARS (Satellite Digital Audio Receiver System), HD (high-definition) - Package 24
5. 6 - AM / FM stereo, CD player, SDARS (Satellite Digital Audio Receiver System), HD (high-definition), SYNC® and navigation - Package 25
6. 7 - AM / FM stereo, CD player, SDARS (Satellite Digital Audio Receiver System), HD (high-definition), SYNC® and navigation - Package 26
7. 8 - AM / FM stereo, CD player, SDARS (Satellite Digital Audio Receiver System), HD (High-definition), SYNC® and navigation - Package 28

Axle Codes

The following lists available axle ratios

1. AB - 3.81/2.77 ratio
2. AM - 3.895/4.353 ratio
3. AU - 3.850/4.278 ratio
4. KB - 3.82 ratio

Transmission Codes

Available transmissions are as follows

1. W - 6-speed automatic (DCPS)
2. Z - 6-speed manual (MTX75)

Spring Codes

Spring codes are listed as a 2-part code. The first set of characters identify the front springs. The second set of characters identify the rear springs.

Front Springs

1. BB - BV61-5310-DG
2. DD - BV61-5310-MD
3. FF - BV61-5310-NF
4. GG - BV61-5310-NG

Rear Springs

1. BB - CV61-5560-DG
2. DD - CV61-5560-MD
3. FF - CV61-5560-NF
4. GG - CV61-5560-NG

Scheme 5

Note. Powertrain calibration information is limited to a maximum of 5 characters per line on the VC label. Because of this, calibration identification consisting of more than 5 characters will wrap to the second line on the VC label.

Scheme 6

Powertrain calibration information is printed in the lower right corner of the VC label. Only the base calibration information is printed. Revision levels will not appear, however, they can be obtained through a scan tool using the most current software revision.

1. C - 2012

Vehicle Code

1. DH - Focus

Transmission Code

1. 2 - Automatic transmission
2. Z - Manual transmission

Unique Calibration

The Emission/Corporate Average Fuel Economy/CO2 Compliance Department is responsible for assigning these calibration numbers. Unique identifications are assigned to cover similar vehicles to differentiate between tires, drive configurations, final drive ratios and other calibration-significant factors. These 2 characters are chosen by the analyst to provide identifiable information unique to each calibration. For example, using the number 2 to denote a 2- valve engine versus using the number 4 to denote a 4-valve engine provides an easily identifiable difference.

Fleet Coding

1. 0 - Certification (U.S. 4K, final sale in export markets)
2. 1 - Heavy duty gas engine/Dyno
3. 2 - Fast Automobile Manufacturers' Association, U.S.
4. 3 - Alternative durability protocol, U.S.
5. 4 - Not assigned
6. 5 - Not assigned
7. 6 - EVAP
8. 7 - Mileage accumulation aging endurance durability
9. 8 - OBD
10. 9 - Not assigned

Certification Region

1. 5 - U.S. 50 states
2. A - U.S. federal, including altitude, may include Canada and/or Mexico
3. B - U.S. California standard, includes U.S. green states
4. C - Canada
5. D - China
6. E - European Community (Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and United Kingdom)
7. F - European Extended Community (E-plus Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Norway, Poland, Romania, Russian Federation, Slovakia, Slovenia, Switzerland and Yugoslavia)
8. G - Gulf Cooperative Council (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates)
9. H - Hong Kong
10. J - Japan
11. K - Korea
12. L - Malaysia
13. M - Mexico
14. N - New Zealand
15. P - Australia
16. Q - South America (Brazil)
17. S - Singapore
18. T - Taiwan
19. U - South America (unleaded fuel regions)
20. V - Vietnam
21. X - Rest Of World
22. Y - Military
23. Z - Israel

Revision Level (not printed on label)

1. 91-99 - Hardware and certification levels
2. 01-04 - Preliminary levels
3. 00 - Job 1 production (initial certification)
4. 05-09 - Pre-job 1 revisions to calibrations
5. 10-89 - Post-job 1 revisions to calibrations
6. 0B - Durability test level
7. BD - OBD intermediate level (pre-05)

VIN Locator

The 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 is also found on the VC label. If the VIN plate requires replacement, authorized dealers must contact their respective regional office.

The first 3 VIN positions are the WMI (World Manufacturer Identifier).

1. 1FA - Ford Motor Company, USA, passenger car

The fourth VIN position is the vehicle restraint type code.

1. D - Active safety belts (all positions), driver and front passenger air bags, driver and front passenger side impact air bags and driver knee air bag

Positions 5 through 7 indicate vehicle line, series and body type.

1. P3E - 4-door sedan, S series
2. P3F - 4-door sedan, SE series
3. P3J - 4-door sedan, Titanium series
4. P3K - 5-door hatchback, SE series
5. P3L - 5-door hatchback, ST series
6. P3N - 5-door hatchback, Titanium series

The eighth VIN position identifies the engine type, displacement and number of cylinders.

1. 2 - 2.0L, in-line 4-cylinder, 16-valve
2. 9 - 2.0L GTDI (gasoline turbo-charged direct injection)

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

1. 0-9

The tenth VIN position is the model year code.

1. D - 2013

The eleventh VIN position is the assembly plant code.

1. L - Michigan Assembly - Wayne, Michigan

The last 6 VIN positions are a numeric code for the vehicle build sequence. This is also the vehicle serial and warranty number. The serial number can also be found on the engine block, transmission and frame.

1. 100001-599999

VC Label Locator

The VC label contains the manufacturer name, the month and year of manufacture, the certification statement and the VIN. It also includes GVW and tire information. If a vehicle requires replacement of the VC label and is 4 years old or less, an authorized dealer must submit the VIN to their respective regional office. The regional office will submit a web form to the assembly plant for the replacement label. Once the label has been printed, a representative from the regional office will deliver the label to the dealer and witness installation on the vehicle. If a vehicle is more than 4 years old and requires a replacement label, the dealer must submit a request to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Paint codes are listed as a 2-part code. The first set of paint code numbers/letters indicate the vehicle primary body color. The second set of letters/numbers (if applicable) indicate a 2-tone or accent body color. All paint codes are a base coat/clear coat finish.

1. L1 - Performance Blue
2. LP - Electric Gold 2
3. PQ - Race Red
4. RR - Ruby Red
5. UG - White Platinum (tri-coat)
6. UH - Tuxedo Black Metallic
7. UJ - Sterling Gray Metallic
8. UX - Ingot Silver Metallic
9. YQ - Ice Storm
10. YZ - Oxford White
11. Z9 - Blue Candy Tint

Interior trim codes are listed as a 2-part code. The first digit listed indicates the seat and fabric style. The second digit listed indicates the interior trim color.

1. 2 - Torino leather
2. 8 - Protection cloth/Torino leather
3. 9 - Windsor leather
4. E - Rack/Ghecko cloth (88E)
5. F - Otis/Lux cloth
6. G - Pur/Lux cloth
7. K - Black/White leather
8. L - Red/Black leather
9. M - Lux cloth
10. N - Rack/Ghecko cloth (88N)

1. G - Charcoal Black/Tangerine Scream
2. K - Gold
3. L - Medium Light Stone
4. R - Blue
5. U - Light Stone
6. W - Charcoal Black
7. Z - Oxford White
8. 4 - Soft Charcoal
9. 5 - Smoke Storm

Tape and paint stripe codes do not apply.

The following lists available radio codes

1. 1 - AM / FM stereo, CD player
2. 3 - AM / FM stereo, CD player, SYNC®
3. 4 - AM / FM stereo, CD player, SDARS (Satellite Digital Audio Receiver System), SYNC®
4. 5 - AM / FM stereo, CD player, SDARS (Satellite Digital Audio Receiver System), HD (high-definition), SYNC®
5. 6 - AM / FM stereo, CD player, SDARS (Satellite Digital Audio Receiver System), HD (high-definition), SYNC® and navigation

The following lists available axle ratios

1. AB - 3.81/2.77 ratio
2. AU - 3.850/4.278 ratio
3. KB - 3.82 ratio

Available transmissions are as follows

1. V - 6-speed manual (MMT6)
2. W - 6-speed automatic (DCPS)
3. Z - 6-speed manual (MTX75)

Spring codes are listed as a 2-part code. The first set of characters identify the front springs. The second set of characters identify the rear springs.

1. DD - BV61-5310-MD
2. FF - BV61-5310-NF
3. GG - BV61-5310-NG
4. SS - BV61-5310-SG

1. DD - CV61-5560-MD
2. FF - BV61-5560-NF
3. GG - BV61-5560-NG
4. SS - CV61-5B669-SG

Powertrain Calibration Information

Note. Powertrain calibration information is limited to a maximum of 5 characters per line on the VC label. Because of this, calibration identification consisting of more than 5 characters will wrap to the second line on the VC label.

Powertrain calibration information is printed in the lower right corner of the VC label. Only the base calibration information is printed. Revision levels will not appear, however, they can be obtained through a scan tool using the most current software revision.

1. C - 2012
2. D - 2013

1. DH - Focus

1. 2 - Automatic transmission
2. Z - Manual transmission

The Emission/Corporate Average Fuel Economy/CO2 Compliance Department is responsible for assigning these calibration numbers. Unique identifications are assigned to cover similar vehicles to differentiate between tires, drive configurations, final drive ratios and other calibration-significant factors. These 2 characters are chosen by the analyst to provide identifiable information unique to each calibration. For example, using the number 2 to denote a 2- valve engine versus using the number 4 to denote a 4-valve engine provides an easily identifiable difference.

1. 0 - Certification (U.S. 4K, final sale in export markets)
2. 1 - Heavy duty gas engine/Dyno
3. 2 - Fast Automobile Manufacturers' Association, U.S.
4. 3 - Alternative durability protocol, U.S.
5. 4 - Not assigned
6. 5 - Not assigned
7. 6 - EVAP
8. 7 - Mileage accumulation aging endurance durability
9. 8 - OBD
10. 9 - Not assigned

1. 5 - U.S. 50 states
2. A - U.S. federal, including altitude, may include Canada and/or Mexico
3. B - U.S. California standard, includes U.S. green states
4. C - Canada
5. D - China
6. E - European Community (Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and United Kingdom)
7. F - European Extended Community (E-plus Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Norway, Poland, Romania, Russian Federation, Slovakia, Slovenia, Switzerland and Yugoslavia)
8. G - Gulf Cooperative Council (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates)
9. H - Hong Kong
10. J - Japan
11. K - Korea
12. L - Malaysia
13. M - Mexico
14. N - New Zealand
15. P - Australia
16. Q - South America (Brazil)
17. S - Singapore
18. T - Taiwan
19. U - South America (unleaded fuel regions)
20. V - Vietnam
21. X - Rest Of World
22. Y - Military
23. Z - Israel

1. 91-99 - Hardware and certification levels
2. 01-04 - Preliminary levels
3. 00 - Job 1 production (initial certification)
4. 05-09 - Pre-job 1 revisions to calibrations
5. 10-89 - Post-job 1 revisions to calibrations
6. 0B - Durability test level
7. BD - OBD intermediate level (pre-05)