Vehicle Identification
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2004 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate (1) is the legal identifier of the vehicle. The VIN plate is located on the upper left 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 | 2 | Canada |
| 2 | Manufacturer | G | General Motors |
| 3 | Make | 1 | Chevrolet |
| 4 5 |
Carline/Series | W/F W/H W/X W/X |
Impala Impala LS Monte Carlo LS Monte Carlo SS |
| 6 | Body Style | 1 5 |
Two-Door Coupe Sedan, GM Style 27 Four-Door Sedan, GM Style 19 |
| 7 | Restraint System | 2 | Active Manual Belts W/Driver and Passenger Supplemental Inflatable Restraint Frontal |
| 8 | Engine Type | E K 1 |
RPO LA1, 3.4L, V6, MFI RPO L36, 3.8L, V6, MFI RPO L67, 3.8L, V6, SFI |
| 9 | Check Digit | - | - |
| 10 | Model Year | 4 | 2004 |
| 11 | Plant Location | 9 | Oshawa #1, ON |
| 12-17 | Plant Sequence Number | W | 100001 |