Engine Code Definition Breakdown
- 1 - Indicates Nation of Origin.
- 2 - Indicates Manufacturer.
- 3 - Indicates Vehicle Type.
- 4 - Indicates Restraint System (Except Pickup and Montero). On Pickup and Montero, fourth character of VIN indicates GVWR.
- 5 - Indicates Model.
- 6 - Indicates Vehicle Series.
- 7 - Indicates Body Type.
- 8 - Indicates Engine Type and Make .
- 9 - Indicates Check Digit.
- 10 - Indicates Model Year .
- 11 - Indicates Assembly Plant.
- 12-17 - Indicates Plant Sequential Number.