Fig. 1.1. Identification plate: 1 – vehicle and chassis identification numbers; 2 – maximum permitted vehicle weight; 3 – maximum permitted weight of a fully loaded vehicle with a trailer; 4 – maximum permitted load on the front axle; 5 – maximum permitted load on the rear axle; 6 – technical characteristics of the car; 7 – paint number; 8 – equipment level; 9 – type of car; 10 – upholstery code; 11 – addition to the equipment set; 12 – serial number; 13 – interior trim code
Fig. 1.2. Identification plate location
Fig. 1.3. Vehicle and chassis identification numbers on the front panel of the front engine shield
The vehicle identification number (VIN) plate (Fig. 1.1) is attached to the central door pillar on the right side (Fig. 1.2). The plate contains basic information about the vehicle, which is necessary above all when ordering spare parts. The vehicle and chassis identification numbers may be additionally applied to the front panel of the front engine shield (Fig. 1.3).
The engine number is located on the front side of the cylinder block.
Fig. 1.4. Overall dimensions of a sedan car
The overall dimensions of the car with sedan and hatchback bodies are shown in Fig. 1.4 and 1.5.
Fig. 1.5. Overall dimensions of a hatchback car
(This article is taken from the website: «RENAULTBOOK.ru»)
* Hatchback body.