Where is the frame number located on the HOWO heavy-duty truck?
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The frame number is stamped at the location near the sleeper cab window. Below is relevant information about HOWO: Positioning: HOWO is a model produced by Sinotruk Jinan Truck Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of China National Heavy Duty Truck Group, and is one of Sinotruk's flagship products. For HOWO trucks manufactured by Sinotruk, the Chinese label on the certificate of conformity is "Hao Luo", but in spoken language, this term is rarely used. In daily communication, people generally refer to it as "HOWO". HOWO is the English designation for the truck, primarily used for export models. Precautions: The designed load capacity of the HOWO rear drive axle is 13 tons, with the axle housing wall thickness typically being 16 mm. Severe overloading or concentrated loads can cause deformation or cracking of the axle housing. It is essential to adhere to the load limits specified for the driving conditions during use.
I've driven the HOWO heavy truck for several years. The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is usually located at the bottom left corner of the front windshield, clearly visible from the outside. Additionally, you can find it on the door pillar of the cab—there's a sticker on the inner side when you open the door. Sometimes there's also a metal plate under the hood recording the VIN. Don't overlook this detail—it's essentially the vehicle's ID card, needed for annual inspections, ownership transfers, or accident handling. If you can't find it, it might be covered by mud or rust—clean the surface first before checking. I recommend taking a quick look during each car wash as a precaution. Once during winter, heavy snow covered mine, and I had to rinse it with hot water to reveal it. Regular maintenance can save you a lot of trouble. Remembering its location is simple yet practical.
