Vehicle identification number (chassis number)
All vehicles are provided with manufacturer's identification data placed in various parts of the body. The car's engine is also provided with an identification number, usually stamped on the body.
Pic. 1.2. Vehicle identification number (chassis number)
The chassis number is stamped on the body, in the passenger door opening.
Identification marking
Pic. 1.3. Location of identification marking
The marking is located in front, at the left pillar on the driver's side (pic. 1.3). It is stamped with the same information as on the identification plate (pic. 1.4).
Pic. 1.4. Identification data stamped on the plate and marking: 1 - vehicle identification number and body number; 2 - the maximum permitted weight of the car; 3 - the maximum permitted weight of a fully loaded vehicle with a trailer; 4 - the maximum permitted load on the front axle; 5 - the maximum permitted load on the rear axle; 6 - technical features of the car; 7 - body color number; 8 - degree of electrical equipment; 9 - type of car; 10 - interior trim code; 11 - code of special configuration; 12 - serial number; 13 - interior color scheme code
Engine identification data
Pic. 1.5. Location of the marking embossed on the engine case models K4J and K4M
Engine identification data stamped on the cylinder block (see fig. 1.5, 1.6, 1.7).
Pic. 1.6. Location of the marking embossed on the engine case of the F4R model
Pic. 1.7. Engine identification data: 1 - engine type; 2 – engine index; 3 - engine serial number