The vehicle identification number (VIN) plate is the legal identifier of the vehicle. The VIN plate 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
United States
2
Manufacturer
G
General Motors
3
Division
C
T
C - Chevrolet Truck
T - GMC Truck
4
GVWR/Brake System
B
D
E
F
B - 3001-4000/Hydraulic
C - 4001-5000/Hydraulic
D - 5001-6000/Hydraulic
E - 6001-7000/Hydraulic
F - 7001-8000/Hydraulic
G - 8001-9000/Hydraulic
5
Truck Line/Chassis Type
M
L
M - Small Van - 4x2
L - Small Van - 4x4
6
Series
½ Ton
Luxury
7
Body Type
9
Extended Van
8
Engine Type
W
4.3L V6 CPI (L35)
Check Digit
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10
Model Year
2001
11
Plant Location
Baltimore, MD
12-17
Plant Sequence Number
