An identification number (VIN) car
Pic. 1.39. Location of identification number (VIN) car in the engine compartment
Pic. 1.40. Location of identification number (VIN) car at the top of the instrument panel on the driver's side
Because documentation and parts lists are compiled based on a numbering system, the number of a specific vehicle model is very important in order to correctly identify the required item. An identification number (VIN) car is located in the engine compartment (pic. 1.39), on some vehicles it is located at the top of the dashboard on the driver's side, it can be seen through the windshield (pic. 1.40). The number is also indicated in the vehicle registration certificate. It contains information about the manufacturer, model and body type, the date of issue of the car.
Engine identification number
Pic. 1.41. Location of engine identification number
The number is stamped on the cylinder block under the spark plug of the first cylinder next to the generator (pic. 1.41).
Gearbox number
The number is stamped on a plate affixed to the butt under the back of the cylinder head.
Generator number
Placed on a label attached to its body.
Plate for compliance with exhaust gas toxicity standards
The decal is affixed to the underside of the hood.
Information indicating the position of the vacuum hose, recommended lubricants and a schedule for checking the drive belt tension are located on the underside of the hood.
Body identification
The body identification label is located on the bulkhead of the engine compartment.
Tire pressure labels
Pic. 1.42. Tire pressure label location: a - four- and five-door models; b - two-door models
The recommended tire pressure is on a label affixed to the driver's door pillar (pic. 1.42).