For 1990-2009 cars only
The vehicle identification number (VIN) plate (1) is the legal identifier of the vehicle. 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 | 1,4 | U.S. Built |
2 | Manufacturer | G | General Motors |
3 | Make | C | Chevrolet Truck |
4 | GVWR/Brake System | C | 5,001-6,000 HYD Brakes |
5 | Truck Line/Chassis Type | S | Sm Conventional Cab--4x2 |
6 | Series | 1 | ½ Ton Nominal |
7 | Body Type | 4 | Two-Door Cab |
8 | Engine Type | 5 | 85kW, 312V, Electric |
9 | Check Digit | 0 | Check Digit |
10 | Model Year | X | 1999 |
11 | Plant Location | 8 | Shreveport, LA |
12-17 | Plant Sequence Number | 100001 | Plant Sequence Number |
