For 1990-2009 cars only
Position | Definition | Character | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
All engines and transmissions are stamped with a partial Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). This table identifies the different VIN derivative characters and their respective positions. | |||
1 | Make | 7 | Pontiac |
2 | Model Year | 1 | 2001 |
3 | Assembly Plant | S | Ramos |
4-9 | Production Sequence Number | -- | Plant Sequence Number |
A VIN derivative can be used to determine if a vehicle contains the original engine or transmission by matching the VIN derivative positions to their accompanying positions in the complete VIN.
VIN Derivative Position | Equivalent VIN Position |
|---|---|
1 | 3 |
2 | 10 |
3 | 11 |
4-9 | 12-17 |
