MODEL IDENTIFICATION
| Model | Body Code | Engine (1) | Engine ID | Fuel System | Ignition System (2) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elantra | F | 1.6L | R | PFI | DIS |
| Excel | F | 1.5L | J | PFI | Optical |
| Scoupe | E | 1.5L | J | PFI | Optical |
| Sonata | F | 2.0L | F | PFI | DIS |
| Sonata | F | 3.0L V6 | T | PFI | Optical |
| (1) Engine code is located on front side at top of cylinder block. (2) Computer controlled. | |||||
| (1) | Engine code is located on front side at top of cylinder block. |
| (2) | Computer controlled. |
MODEL IDENTIFICATION
EXAMPLE VIN
Numbers preceding the explanations in the legend below refer to the sequence of characters as listed on VIN identification label.
- K M H B F 3 2 T 8 N U 1 2 3 4 5 6
VIN DEFINITION BREAKDOWN
Numbers are ordered from left to right
- 1, 2, 3 - Indicates Manufacturer.
- 4 - Indicates Model.
- 5 - Indicates Body Type.
- 6 - Indicates Model Version.
- 7 - Indicates Restraint System (Front Seat).
- 8 - Indicates Engine ID.
- 9 - Indicates Check Digit.
- 10 - Indicates Model Year.
- 11 - Indicates Assembly Plant.
- 12 thru 17 - Indicates Production Sequence.
MODEL YEAR COVERAGE
| VIN Code | Model Year |
|---|---|
| L | 1990 |
| M | 1991 |
| N | 1992 |
MODEL YEAR VIN CODE APPLICATION
