Where is the Audi VIN located?
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Audi's VIN is located at the lower left corner of the front windshield. The VIN, short for Vehicle Identification Number, is a unique 17-character alphanumeric code used to identify a vehicle's manufacturer, engine, chassis number, and other specifications. In the 17-digit VIN, the first 3 characters represent the country of manufacture, the manufacturer, and the vehicle type. Characters 4-8 indicate vehicle features such as model, engine type, and body style. The 9th character is a check digit to verify the VIN's accuracy. The 10th character denotes the production year, the 11th indicates the assembly plant (usually marked as 0), and characters 12-17 represent the production sequence number. Common VIN locations: The VIN is typically found at the lower left corner of the windshield, or on the driver's side door hinge pillar, door lock pillar, or door edge - usually in visible locations. It may also be located in the engine compartment or on the inner door panel near the driver's seat. In most modern Chinese passenger cars, the VIN can usually be found on the left side of the dashboard or below the windshield.
The Audi VIN is usually located at the lower left corner of the front windshield, directly in front of the driver's position, where you can clearly see the number by looking up through the glass. If it's not obvious, open the driver's side door, and you'll find it clearly printed on a small silver or white plate on the door frame. Alternatively, open the hood, and it may be affixed to the front wall of the engine compartment. For some models like the Audi Q5, there might also be a small plate under the trunk carpet. The complete VIN is also listed on the insurance policy and registration documents for easy verification. When searching, handle gently to avoid scratching the glass or damaging the car's paint—the entire process should take just a couple of minutes.