Vehicle Identification Number (VIN); Engine Identification; Service Parts Identification Label- Page 303

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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on
a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the
driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the
windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also
appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts
labels and the certificates of title and registration.

Engine Identification

The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This
code will help you identify your engine, specifications
and replacement parts.

Service Parts Identification Label

You’ll find this label on the inside of the trunk lid. 
It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. 
On this label is:

D

your VIN,

D

the model designation,

D

paint information and

D

a list of all production options and 
special equipment.

Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.

Electrical System

Add-On Electrical Equipment

NOTICE:

Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle
unless you check with your dealer first. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your
warranty. Some add

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on electrical equipment can

keep other components from working as 
they should.

Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to your vehicle, see “Servicing
Your Air Bag

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Equipped Vehicle” in the Index.