Vehicle Identification Plate

Vehicle Identification Plate

Up to approx. MY '98, the Vehicle Identification Plate is attached as a metal plate at "front top right" (2) under the bonnet. As of approx. MY '98, the Vehicle Identification Plate is attached as a label on the right B-pillar (1). The content is identical for both versions, however the metal identification plate also includes the explanations for 1 up to 8.

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Corsa-C only:

The Vehicle Identification Plate is optionally attached as a sticker on the right B-pillar (1) or as a metal plate at "wheel housing, right" (2) under the bonnet, depending on the manufacturing plant. The contents are identical for both versions.

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The Vehicle Identification Plate data for both versions is explained as follows. For service, only the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on line three and the colour, upholstery and program memory code for MID (latter is optional) on line eight, are of importance.

The official part of the vehicle identification plate is a document with official content which fulfils EC Directive 76/114/EEC up to and including 78/507/EEC. Therefore it must not be removed, changed or painted over. Other information legally required for certain countries outside the EC is given in line 9 of the rating plate. Depending on vehicle type, the information in the non-official part can be supplemented by additional information, e.g. "S" for sports suspension, two-colour painting etc.

Note:   For replacement, since September 2004 the riveted or glued plate has been available via TIC at a charge. A corresponding request form was sent to all dealers via the service circular SL 119/2004.

The request is sent by e-mail to:

[email protected]

Data on the vehicle identification plate

Official part of identification plate Non-official part of identification plate Position Designation Position Designation 1 Permitted rear axle load in kg 9 Possible permitted rear axle load in kg when towing 2 Gross vehicle weight rating in kg 10 Internal production code 3 Designation of manufacturer 11 Code for sports suspension 4 Operating certificate number or type 12 Data for engine control unit 5 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) 13 interior equipment code 6 Possible permitted total weight in kg when towing 14 Information for certain countries outside the EU 7 Gross towing weight rating in kg 15 Paint code 8 Permitted axle load in kg 16 Diesel absorption coefficient (diesel engine emissions code)