A table showing how to read the VIN for your Jeep Vehicle.
| Position | Interpretation | Code=Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Country of Origin | 1 = United States |
| 2 | Make | J = Jeep |
| 3 | Vehicle Type | C = MPV D = Incomplete Vehicle |
| 4 | Engine Type | H = 2.5L (150 Cu. In.) 4-Cylinder TBI (Gasoline) U = 2.5L (150 Cu. In.) 4-Cylinder 1 Bbl. (Gasoline) |
| 5 | Transmission/ (Transfer Case) | L = 5=Speed Manual Floor Shift (Part Time 4WD) X = 4-Speed Manual Floor Shift (Part Time 4WD) B = Auto Floor Shift (Part Time 4WD) E = Auto Column Shift (Part Time 4WD) J = Auto Column Shift (Full Time 4WD) A = Auto Column Shift (2WD) |
| 6 - 7 | Body Style | 81 = Wrangler |
| 8 | Weight Rating | J or M = 3001 - 4000 lbs 1 or 2 = 4001 - 5000 lbs |
| 9 | Check Digit | Manufacturer Assigned |
| 10 | Model Year | H = 1987 J = 1988 |
| 11 | Assembly Plant | J = Brampton, Ontario, Canada L = Toledo, Ohio Plant No. 1 P = Toledo, Ohio Plant No. 2 T = Toledo, Ohio |
| 12-17 | Sequential Serial Number | Production Sequence - Six Digit Number |
Courtesy of Jeepfan.com
Article Type:
Jeep Vehicle Information
Category:
Body Tech