Where is the stamped VIN located on the Ford Transit?
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The VIN of the Ford Transit is located on the side above the first step of the right front door. Below is relevant information: 1. VIN plate location: The plate should be fixed on the door hinge pillar, door lock pillar, or one of the door edge pillars connected to the door lock pillar, near the driver's seat; if such a location is not available, it should be fixed on the left side of the dashboard. If that is also not possible, it should be fixed on the inner side of the door near the driver's seat. If none of the above locations are feasible, a written application must be submitted to NHTSA. 2. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): The VIN is a unique set of seventeen alphanumeric characters used to identify a vehicle's manufacturer, engine, chassis number, and other specifications. To avoid confusion with the numbers 1 and 0, the letters 'I', 'O', and 'Q' are not used.
As a long-time Ford Transit enthusiast, I've repeatedly verified the VIN stamp locations during routine maintenance. It's usually printed on a label at the lower left corner of the windshield, but that's just the printed version. The actual stamped VIN is mainly hidden in two places: first, on a metal bracket near the firewall on the right side of the engine bay (a bit concealed, requiring you to bend down to see it), and second, on the chassis beam under the driver's seat after lifting the floor mat. I pay special attention to this when buying used cars because clear VIN stamps help prevent cloning or theft. Locations may vary by model year, with newer versions possibly located at the base of the passenger door B-pillar. I recommend regular cleaning and inspection with a light source to prevent rust or dust accumulation. The car enthusiast community has shared useful chalk-rubbing techniques to reveal faded numbers. But remember, forcibly prying it open may damage the stamp and affect vehicle inspection.
