For 1990-2009 cars only
The vehicle identification number (VIN) plate is the legal identifier of the vehicle (1). The VIN plate is located on the upper LH corner of the Instrument Panel and can be seen through the windshield from the outside of the vehicle:
Position | Definition | Character | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Country of Origin | 5 | USA |
2-3 | Manufacturer | G-Z | Saturn |
4 | GVWR | C | 4001-5000/Brake System-Hydraulic |
5-6 | Line/Carline/Series | ZLB ZLD ZLE ZLP | FWD 4 CYL MAN AWD 4 CYL AWD 6 CYL FWD 6 CYL |
7 | Body Style | 3 | Four-Door All Purpose Vehicle |
8 | Engine Type | D 4 | RPO L61, 2.2L, L4, MFI RPO L66, 3.5L, V6, MFI |
9 | Check Digit | -- | Check Digit |
10 | Model Year | 4 | 2004 |
11 | Plant Location | Z | Spring Hill, TN |
12-17 | Plant Sequence Number | -- | 100001 |
