Vehicle Identification Plate

A thirteen digit Vehicle Identification Number is stamped on a metal plate affixed to left hand side of firewall under hood. Number is decoded as follows:

J3A154CA00001 

First Digit  - Manufacturer.

Second Digit  - Model Year.

Third Digit  - Transmission Type & Assembly Plant.

Fourth & Fifth Digits  - Chassis Type.

Sixth Digit  - Body Style.

Seventh Digit  - Group (G.V.W.).

Eighth Digit  - Engine Code.

Remaining Digits  - Sequence Build Number.