Brief Introduction to Common Locations of Vehicle VIN Codes
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Automobile VIN codes are most commonly located at the lower left corner of the front windshield. More information about VIN codes is as follows: I. SAE standard (Society of Automotive Engineers) stipulates: VIN codes consist of 17 characters, commonly known as the seventeen-digit code. It contains information such as the vehicle manufacturer, year, model, body type and code, engine code, and assembly location. II. Detailed explanation of VIN codes: Positions 1-3 (WMI): Manufacturer, brand, and type. Positions 4-8 (VDS): Vehicle characteristics. Position 9: Check digit. Position 10: Model year. Position 11: Assembly plant. Positions 12-17: Serial number.
As an experienced driver, I remember the mystery of the VIN code when buying my first car, but after driving for a long time, I learned it always hangs around in a few fixed spots. The most common location is the lower left corner of the windshield near the driver's seat, where you can see a string of numbers on a sticker through the glass. Another spot is when you open the driver's door, there's a small label on the door frame or pillar with the code. There's also one hidden in the engine bay, firmly engraved on a metal plate near the firewall. Some cars even discreetly place it in the trunk or under the B-pillar. This code is essential for confirming vehicle information during maintenance or insurance purchases, so when you get a new car, make a habit of checking the windshield location—older cars might have it worn and blurry. If you can't find it, just flip through the vehicle registration certificate or insurance policy; there's always a backup there.
