Appendix A
Vehicle Identification
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
A 17–character number (numeral and letter combination) forms the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) which includes the
Chassis Number. It contains among other information, the model year (4), assembly plant (5), and vehicle serial number (6).
See Figure A–1
Serial Number Chassis Number
Figure A-1. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
The model year (4) is designated by an alphanumeric code in the tenth character position in the VIN. See Table A-1 and
Figure A–1.
Table A-1. Model Year (Code) Designations.
VIN Location
The VIN is marked on the Incomplete Vehicle Certification Label (on trucks). It is located either on the driver’s door edge or
door frame. See Figure A–2.
Chassis Number Locations
The Chassis Number comprises the last six characters of the VIN.
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The 210/Model 220 chassis number is shown in multiple locations.
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Right frame rail, bottom flange (underside), about 4 to 4.5 ft. from the front end: stamped.
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Left frame rail, top of flange, about 4 to 4.5 feet from front end: stamped
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Tire, Rim, and Weight Rating Data label.
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Major Components and Weights label.
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Paint Identification label.