
The VIN of the Honda Crider is indicated both below the front windshield on the left side of the steering wheel and under the passenger foot mat. The specific meanings of the VIN characters are as follows: Characters 1-3: Among the 17 characters of the VIN, the first 3 characters represent the vehicle's production country, manufacturer, and vehicle type. Characters 4-8: Characters 4-8 on the VIN indicate vehicle characteristics, such as the vehicle category, body type, engine type, and gross vehicle weight rating. Characters 9-11: The 9th character is a check digit, used to verify the correctness of the VIN. The 10th character represents the production year, indicating when the vehicle was manufactured. The 11th character denotes the assembly location, with '0' signifying factory assembly. Characters 12-17: Characters 12-17 of the VIN are the production sequence number. This is used by manufacturers to recall vehicles with quality issues based on the production sequence.

The location of the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) on my Honda Crider is clearly etched in my memory—it's at the lower right corner of the front windshield, on the driver's side exterior, near the wiper area where there's a small plastic plate or engraved marking. When I first bought the car, the dealership staff showed me its location, explaining that the VIN contains production year and origin details, essential for annual insurance renewal and maintenance checks. Sometimes dust obscures it, so I make sure to wipe it clean during my weekly car washes. Some fellow car owners mentioned it might alternatively be on a label inside the door frame under the B-pillar, but the mainstream design for the Crider places it upfront for quick access. Knowing its location offers many advantages, like swiftly providing vehicle identification in case of an accident.

In my daily work, I frequently handle Honda vehicle repairs. The CRIDER's VIN is primarily located on the exterior of the windshield on the driver's side. It's recommended to check here first. If it's worn and illegible, then inspect other locations such as the nameplate on the inner side of the engine hood in the engine compartment or the sticker on the door frame near the front seats. The VIN serves as the vehicle's ID card and is essential for buying, selling, transferring ownership, or accident claims. Its location is designed to be durable and not easily damaged. I've even seen older cars where this spot was covered in mud, but a simple routine dust cleaning solves the issue. Don't underestimate its importance—during repairs, technicians use decoders to read VIN information, which helps locate the correct parts batch for easier replacement.

As a car enthusiast myself, the Honda CRIDER's VIN is usually located on a small plate at the lower right corner of the windshield exterior, easily visible from the driver's position. The VIN numbers hold secrets—for instance, the starting letter indicates the Japanese manufacturing plant, and the year code helps me confirm maintenance schedules. I've even tried using my phone's flashlight in low light to illuminate it, as its position is stably designed and won't shift. When exchanging tips with fellow car enthusiasts, this point always comes up: ensuring complete vehicle documentation and recording its location can prevent insurance disputes.


