VIN - Identification Codes: Overview Ford Ranger II facelift

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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 instrument panel. The VIN is also found on the Vehicle Certification (VC) label.

If the VIN plate requires replacement, authorized dealers must contact their respective regional office.

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DESCRIPTION CHART

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

1. 1FT - Ford Motor Company, USA, truck, completed vehicle

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The fourth VIN position is the vehicle restraint type and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) code.

1. K - 4,001-5,000 pounds GVWR , active safety belts (all positions) with driver and front passenger air bags
2. L - 5,001-6,000 pounds GVWR , active safety belts (all positions) with driver and front passenger air bags

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

1. R1A - Rear Wheel Drive (RWD), regular cab
2. R1E - RWD , SuperCab (2-door)
3. R1F - Four-Wheel Drive (4WD), SuperCab (2-door)
4. R4E - RWD , SuperCab (4-door)
5. R4F - 4WD , SuperCab (4-door)

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

1. D - 2.3L, electronic fuel injection, 4-cylinder, gas
2. E - 4.0L, electronic fuel injection, SOHC, V6, gas

Additional engine information can be obtained from the engine tag. Refer to ENGINE - 2.3L or ENGINE - 4.0L SOHC.

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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. A - 2010

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The eleventh VIN position is the assembly plant code.

1. P - Twin Cities (St. Paul, Minnesota)

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The last 6 VIN positions are an alphanumeric 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. Ford Motor Company - A00001-F99999

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The upper portion of the Vehicle Certification (VC) label contains the manufacturer name, the month and year of manufacture, the certification statement and the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). It also includes Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).

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.

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DESCRIPTION CHART

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Exterior paint codes may be listed as a 2-part code. The first set of letters/numbers identify the vehicle primary body color. The second set of letters/number (if applicable) identify a 2-tone or accent body color. All colors are base coat/clear coat.

1. CX - Dark Shadow Gray
2. D3 - Colorado Red
3. G2 - Redfire
4. G9 - Vista Blue
5. UA - Ebony
6. YN - Silver Metallic #2
7. YZ - Oxford White

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1. 112 - 2,845 mm (112 in) wheelbase
2. 118 - 2,997 mm (118 in) wheelbase
3. 126 - 3,200 mm (126 in) wheelbase

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Interior trim codes are listed as a 2-part code. The first code listed identifies the trim level. The second code listed identifies the interior trim color.

Interior Trim Type

1. Q - Cenery grain vinyl 60/40 split bench seat
2. R - Mortar cloth 60/40 split bench seat
3. S - Mortar cloth bucket seats

See also:
• AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - 5R44E AND 5R55E