Identification Codes: Overview Ford Focus II

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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 is also found on the vehicle certification (VC) label.

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The first 3 vehicle identification number (VIN) positions are the world manufacturer code.

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

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The fourth VIN position is the vehicle restraint type code.

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

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

1. P31 - 3-door sedan - ZX3
2. P34 - 4-door sedan - SE
3. P36 - 4-door station wagon - SE or ZXW
4. P37 - 5-door sedan - ZX5
5. P38 - 4-door sedan - ZTS

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

1. N - Duratec - 2.0L, DOHC, 4-cylinder
2. Z - 2.3L (4V), DOHC, EFI, 4-cylinder

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

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The tenth VIN position is the model year code.

1. 6 - 2006

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The eleventh VIN position is the assembly plant code.

1. W - Wayne - Wayne, Michigan

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The last 6 VIN positions are a numeric code for the vehicle build sequence. This is also the vehicle serial and warranty number.

1. 100001-599999 - Ford Motor Company vehicle

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The vehicle certification (VC) label contains the manufacturer name, the month and year of manufacture, the certification statement, and the VIN. It also includes gross vehicle weight ratings (GVWR) and tire information.

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

1. CX - Dark Shadow Gray
2. D6 - Screaming Yellow
3. DV - Light Tundra
4. E4 - Vermilion
5. G3 - Pueblo Gold
6. JL - Dark Toreador Red
7. S1 - Sonic Blue
8. TS - Silver Frost
9. UA - Ebony
10. YZ - Oxford White

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1. 2 - 4-wheel anti-lock brakes
2. 3 - Traction control brake system
3. 5 - 4-wheel anti-lock with Traction control brake system

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The interior trim codes are listed below. The first digit listed indicates the seat and fabric style. The second digit listed indicates the interior trim color.