Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Application and ID
2011 Ford Transit Connect L4-2.0L Service Manual : Application and ID Identification Codes Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Locator [IMAGE: http://127.0.0.1:8080/images/DM08Q313/ford82/1646591574/] The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a 17-digit combination of letters and numbers. The VIN is located on the top upper left of the dash. The VIN is also found on the Vehicle Identification Label (VIL) label. If the VIN plate requires replacement, authorized dealers must contact their respective regional office. [IMAGE: http://127.0.0.1:8080/images/DM08Q313/ford82/1646410616/] [IMAGE: http://127.0.0.1:8080/images/DM08Q313/ford82/1646639138/] World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) The first 3 VIN positions are the WMI. - NM0 - Ford Motor Company, Turkey, truck Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Restraint Type The fourth VIN position is the vehicle Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and restraint type code. - 8 - Active safety belts (all positions) with driver only front and side restraints (Postal unit) - K - 4,001-5,000 lb GVWR, active safety belts (all positions), driver and front passenger air bags with driver and front passenger side impact air bags - L - 5,001-6,000 lb GVWR, active safety belts (all positions), driver and front passenger front and side restraints Vehicle Line, Series and Body Type Positions 5 through 7 indicate vehicle line, series and body type. - S6A - Transit Connect XL, cargo van, 2 side window with 2 rear door windows - S6B - Transit Connect XLT, cargo van, 2 side windows and 2 rear door windows - S7A - Transit Connect XL, cargo van, solid side panels and solid rear doors - S7B - Transit Connect XLT, cargo van, solid side panels and solid rear doors - S7C - Transit Connect XL, cargo van, solid side panels and 2 rear door windows - S7D - Transit Connect XLT, cargo van, solid side panels with 2 rear door windows - S8A - Transit Connect XLT, solid side panels and solid rear doors (Postal unit) - S9B - Transit Connect XLT, window van, 2 side windows and 2 rear door windows - S9C - Transit Connect XLT, window van, 3 side windows and 2 rear door windows (Premium package) Engine Type The eighth VIN position identifies the engine type, displacement and number of cylinders. - N - Duratec - 2.0L, 4-cylinder - 4 - 350 amp, 72 volt electric motor Additional engine information can be obtained from the engine tag. Refer to Engine - 2.0L Engine. Check Digit The ninth VIN position is a government-assigned, computer-generated check digit. Model Year The tenth VIN position is the model year code. - B - 2011 Assembly Plant The eleventh VIN position is the assembly plant code. - T - Kocaeli Assembly Plant, Turkey Production Sequence Number The last 6 VIN positions are a numeric code for the vehicle build sequence. This is also the vehicle serial and warranty number. The serial number can also be found on the engine block, transmission and frame. - 000001-999999 Vehicle Identification Label (VIL) Vehicle Identification Label (VIL) Locator [IMAGE: http://127.0.0.1:8080/images/DM08Q313/ford82/1646642161/] The Vehicle Identification Label (VIL) contains the manufacturer name, the month and year of manufacture and the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). It also includes Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and tire information. If a vehicle requires replacement of the VIL and is 4 years old or less, an authorized dealer must submit the VIN to their respective regional office. The regional office will submit a web form to the assembly plant for the replacement label. Once the label has been printed, a representative from the regional office will deliver the label to the dealer and witness installation on the vehicle. If a vehicle is more than 4 years old and requires a replacement label, the dealer must submit a request to the Department of Motor Vehicles. [IMAGE: http://127.0.0.1:8080/images/DM08Q313/ford82/1646746336/] [IMAGE: http://127.0.0.1:8080/images/DM08Q313/ford82/1646794251/] Paint Code Paint codes may be listed as a 2-part code. The first set of paint code numbers/letters indicate the vehicle primary body color. The second set of letters/numbers (if applicable) indicate a 2-tone or accent body color. - BY - School Bus Yellow - D3 - Torch Red - TY - Moon Dust Silver - UE - Panther Black Metallic - UV - Blazer Blue - Z2 - Frozen White Wheelbase Code The applicable wheelbase code(s) Is as follows: - 2896 - 2896 mm (114 in) Interior Trim Codes The interior trim codes are listed as a 2-part code. The first digit listed indicates the seat and fabric style. The second digit listed indicates the interior trim color. Trim Codes - E - Vinyl seats - 8 - Lattice/Twill cloth seats Interior Trim Color Codes - K - Dark Pewter Tape/Paint Codes Tape and paint stripe codes do not apply. Radio Codes Available radio type codes are as follows: - 6 - AM/FM stereo - D - Radio delete - R - AM/FM stereo with CD player and audio jack Axle Codes The following lists the available axle ratios: - KD - Electric drive (no ratio) - 42 - 4.20 ratio - 39 - 3.96 ratio Additional axle information can be obtained from the axle tag. Transmission Codes The following lists available transmission types and associated codes: - H - 1-speed electric drive - 2 - 4-speed automatic (4F27E) Additional transmission information can be obtained from the transmission tag. Refer to Automatic Transaxle/Transmission - 4F27E Identification Tags. Spring Codes Spring codes identify both front and rear springs. The first set of characters identify the front springs. The second set of characters identify the rear springs. Front Springs - DD - Base part number - 5310 Rear Springs - GG - Base part number - 5560
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
