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Vehicle Identification

Fig 1: VIN Plate Location
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The vehicle identification number (VIN) plate (1) is the legal identifier of the vehicle. The VIN plate is located on the upper LH corner of the Instrument Panel and can be seen through the windshield from the outside of the vehicle:

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) System

Position Definition Character Description
1 Country of Origin 1 U.S. Built
2 Manufacturer G General Motors
3 Make C Chevrolet Truck
4 GVWR/Brake System E 6,001-7,000 HYD Brakes
5 Truck Line/Chassis Type S Sm Conventional Cab-4x2
6 Series 1 1/2 Ton
7 Body Type 4 Two Door Cab
8 Engine Type P GM 5.3L Aluminum V8 (LM4)
9 Check Digit - Check Digit
10 Model Year 4 2004
11 Plant Location B Lansing, MI
12-17 Plant Sequence Number - Plant Sequence Number