EXAMPLE VIN
Numbers preceding the explanations in the legend below refer to the sequence of characters as listed on VIN identification label. An example similar to the legend listed below will also be found in (Scheme 1).
- Y V 1 J S 8 8 1 3 S 1 1 2 3 4 5 6
VIN DEFINITION BREAKDOWN
- 1 - Indicates Nation of Origin.
- 2 - Indicates Manufacturer.
- 3 - Indicates Division.
- 4 - Indicates Model Series.
- 5 - Indicates Vehicle Type. "S" denotes 4-door with airbag. "W" denotes 5-door with airbag.
- 6, 7 - Indicates Engine Code.
- 8 - Indicates Emission Type.
- 9 - Indicates Check Digit.
- 10 - Indicates Model Year.
- 11 - Indicates Factory Code.
- 12-17 - Vehicle Serial Number (Production Sequence).
| VIN Code | Model Year |
|---|---|
| P | 1993 |
| R | 1994 |
| S | 1995 |
MODEL YEAR VIN CODE APPLICATION