Vehicle Identification Number

2011 Jeep Compass 4WD L4-2.0LSECTION Vehicle Identification Number





DESCRIPTION - VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER





The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be viewed through the windshield at the upper left corner of the instrument panel, near the left windshield pillar. The VIN consists of 17 characters in a combination of letters and numbers that provide specific information about the vehicle. Refer to the VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER DECODING CHART for decoding information.

To protect the consumer from theft and possible fraud the manufacturer is required to include a Check Digit at the ninth position of the vehicle identification number. The check digit is used by the manufacturer and government agencies to verify the authenticity of the vehicle and official documentation. The formula to use the check digit is not released to the general public.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER DECODING CHART

NOTE: All Seating Positions (ASP), Outboard Seating Positions (OSP)




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