The vehicle identification number (VIN) plate is the legal identifier of the vehicle. The VIN plate (1) is located on the upper LH corner of the instrument panel (I/P) and can be seen through the windshield from the outside of the vehicle:
Position | Definition | Character | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Country of Origin | 1 | USA |
2 | Manufacturer | G | General Motors |
3 | Make | Z | Saturn |
4 | GVWR/Brake System | D | GVWR 5001-6000 - Brake System/Hydraulic |
5-6 | Line/Chassis Type | U1 X1 U1 | Saturn Ext Wheelbase Front Wheel Drive Saturn Regular Wheelbase All Wheel Drive Saturn Ext Wheelbase Front Wheel Drive |
7 | Body Type | 5 | Van |
8 | Engine Type | L | 3.5L, 6 CYL.,SFI, V6 (LX9) |
9 | Check Digit | -- | -- |
10 | Model Year | 5 | 2005 |
11 | Plant Location | D | Doraville, GA, USA |
12-17 | Plant Sequence Number | -- | -- |
3.5L (LX9) Engine ID and VIN Derivative
Refer to Engine Identification in Engine Mechanical - 3.5L (LX9).
4T65-E Transmission ID and VIN Derivative
Refer to Transmission Identification Information in Transmission - 4T65-E.
