VIN structure Product improvement is a continuous process in any production line. At the same time, with the exception of cases of major changes in the design of models coming off the assembly line, the results of the modification process are not covered in the vehicle manual. However, the manufacturer draws up numbered lists of manufactured spare parts, which is why the information encoded in the vehicle identification numbers is of particular importance when buying the latter. When placing an order for the required spare part, try to provide the seller with as much information about your car as possible. Be sure to provide the model name, year of manufacture, as well as body and power unit numbers.
1. The chassis number is stamped on the front panel of the car body.
2. The engine number is stamped on the cylinder block.
3. The transmission number plate is affixed to the top of the transmission case.
Do not confuse the transmission number with the engine number.
Cars with 5 door hatchback
Chassis number on front cross member (above the radiator) absent.
On some modifications of the car, the chassis and engine numbers are duplicated on a plate that is attached to the front shield of the body.
On other modifications of the car, the plate with the chassis number is located on the front cross member of the body (above the radiator).
Some versions of the car provide for the location of the certification plate on the rear end of the driver's door.
Cars with 5 door hatchback
There is no certification label on the end of the driver's door.
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
This extremely important number is embossed on the rear bulkhead of the engine compartment, as well as on a nameplate attached to the instrument panel under the windshield on the driver's side of the car. VIN is also entered in the TCP and registration certificate. The number encodes information about the date / place of issue and the type of car body (see accompanying illustration).
Note. Engine code and model year
The two main components of a VIN are the model year code and the assembly line/body/engine code.
Counting from left to right, the 4th, 5th and 6th position of the number refers to the assembly line/body/engine code. So, Civic models are defined by the following combinations:
- EJ6 = 3-door/D16Y7
- EJ7 = 2-door/D16Y5
- EJ8 = 4-door/D16Y8
The Integra models are characterized by combinations of:
- DB7 = 4-door/B18B1
- DB8 = 4-door/B18C1
- DC2 = 3-door / B18C1, B18C5
- DC4 = 3-door / B18B1
The tenth position of the VIN determines the year of manufacture of the model:
- R = 1994
- S = 1995
- T = 1996
- V = 1997
- W = 1998
Engine number
The engine number, which is impossible to do without when ordering spare parts for the power unit, is located on the right (from the passenger side of the car) on the block, next to the exhaust manifold. The first five positions of the number determine the engine code. This manual covers models equipped with the following four types of engines:
Civic
- D16Y5 = 1.6 L, SOHC, 16-valve, VTEC-E
- D16Y7 = 1.6 L, SOHC, 16-valve
- D16Y7 = 1.6 L, SOHC, 16-valve, VTEC
Integra
- В18В1 = 1.8 l, DOHC, 16-valve
- В18С1 = 1.8 l, SOHC, 16-valve, VTEC
- В18С5 = 1.8 l, DOHC, 16-valve, VTEC
Transmission number
This number is required when ordering transmission line repair parts. On models equipped with a manual transmission, the transmission number is stamped on the clutch dome, next to the starter. On models with AT, the number is located on the right in front of the transmission housing, near the dipstick. On models equipped with CVT, the number is located on a vertical platform, also near the dipstick.