How To: Decode VIN Number and Vehicle Sticker

[05RedFX4]

For the 07's the eighth posistion is the engine identifier, and are as follows- 4 indicates a 4.6 2v, 5 gets you a standard 5.4, and V gets you a Flex fuel 5.4. I'm guessing this applies to 04-08's maybe 9's and 10's also. Just throwing my 2 cents in the mix.

[mtylerb]

Originally Posted by Adrnlnjunky

I have Transmission code "Q" on the door jamb decal. It's an '07 SCrew Lariat. It's not on your list.

Great post, BTW!

My transmission code is "B" on the door sticker. Also not on the list. 2005 F150 FX4 Ext. Cab. 5.4L 3v. Any ideas?

[BlackFerret]

My truck is an 2003 XLT Sport SCAB Flareside and the interior trim code is TT, which is not listed above, I will assume that is because it is a Sport and from what I have found all Sports have a cloth interior that is specific to them.

I also found the radio codes:

Radio Codes
• 5 — Electronic, Premium AM/FM stereo cassette
• 8 — Electronic, Premium AM/FM stereo cassette
• 7 — AM/FM stereo with clock
• 9 — AM/FM stereo cassette with clock
• K — AM/FM stereo cassette with CD player
• Y — Delete standard radio with clock
• G — Delete radio chassis only, AM/FM stereo, all other components installed (F-Series, Ranger, Econoline)

I am still looking for the Brake Code "B" and my interior trim code "TT".

The truck has High back bucket seats (Captain's) without armrests but with integrated seat restraints and a wide top center console. I have been to the salvage yard many times and I have yet to see a truck with the same fabric on the seats as are on mine.

[BlackFerret]

Found this document on another forum, though it my be more confusing than helpful:

http://thedieselgarage.com/forums/at...2&d=1230509240

I will let you decide.

[BlackFerret]

Here is another one, the document is 1261 pages long and is for 2004 models but includes the 04 Heritage so that information may apply to 99-03's, I checked it against my 03 and it looks to be a match.

http://www.fordtechservice.dealercon...Bookmarked.pdf

[chrmar]

Position 4: P - GVWR 7001-8000 lbs (7700 Series)

For the 2005 F-150, Position 8: 5 - 5.4L, 3V, SOHC, EFI, V8

No idea on the Position 8: K

[WildThing99]

so whats exterior paint code LL? i think either my tag is wrong or my truck has been redone before my family got it.

[FordGunsMerica]

Awesome job and post! Helped me settle a few debates i had and defintely helped get my stuff ready for my tunes lol! Thanks man!

[Yilancio]

Originally Posted by ltz400racer

This will help anyone having problems figuring out what the REAL color of their truck is, which axle they, really have, or anything else about the truck that might interest you!

First up, decoding your VIN number:

Typical VIN
Position numbers

Position 1-3 World Manufacturer Identifier (AKA: make, country, type of vehicle)
Position 4 Restraint System Type
Brake Type and GVWR Class (Trucks and Vans Only)
Position 5-7 Line, Series, Body Type
Position 8 Engine Type
Position 9 Check Digit
Position 10 Model Year
Position 11 Assembly Plant
Position 12-17 Production Sequence Number

Position 1-3
1FM — Ford Motor Company, USA, multi-purpose vehicle
1FT — Ford Motor Company, USA, truck, completed vehicle
1FD — Ford Motor Company, USA, incomplete vehicle
1FC — Ford Motor Company, USA, basic (stripped) chassis
1FB — Ford Motor Company, USA, bus
1FF — Ford Motor Company, USA, motor vehicle equipment without engine/powertrain (Glider)
1MH — Mercury, USA, incomplete vehicle
2FM — Ford Motor Company, Canada, multi-purpose vehicle
2FT — Ford Motor Company, Canada, truck, completed vehicle
2FD — Ford Motor Company, Canada, incomplete vehicle
2FC — Ford Motor Company, Canada, basic (stripped) chassis
2FB — Ford Motor Company, Canada, bus
2FF — Ford Motor Company, Canada, motor vehicle equipment without engine/powertrain (Glider)
2MH — Mercury, Canada, incomplete vehicle
3FB — Ford Motor Company, Mexico, bus
3FC — Ford Motor Company, Mexico, basic (stripped) chassis
3FE — Ford Motor Company, Mexico, incomplete vehicle
3FM — Ford Motor Company, Mexico, multi-purpose vehicle
3FT — Ford Motor Company, Mexico, truck, completed vehicle
4M2 — Mercury, USA, multi-purpose vehicle
4M3 — Mercury, USA, incomplete vehicle
4M4 — Mercury, USA, truck, completed vehicle

Position 4
A — 0-3000 Pounds
B — 3,001-4,000 Pounds
C — 4,001-5,000 Pounds
D — 5,001-6,000 Pounds
E — 6,001-7,000 Pounds (may also be "R")
F — 7,001-8,000 Pounds
G — 8,001-8,500 Pounds
H — 8,501-9,000 Pounds
J — 9,001-10,000 Pounds
K — 10,001-14,000 Pounds
L — 14,001-16,000 Pounds
M — 16,001-19,500 Pounds

Position 5-7 NOTE: depending on the year of your vehicle, codes tend to change, also; drw= dually; srw= standard rear wheel
F02 F-Series F150 4X2 (Regular Cab) Flareside Truck
F04 F-Series F150 4X4 (Regular Cab) Flareside Truck
F12 F-Series F150 4X2 (Regular Cab) Styleside Truck
F14 F-Series F150 4X4 (Regular Cab) Styleside Truck
F07 F-Series F150 Heritage 4X2 (Regular Cab) Flareside Truck
F08 F-Series F150 Heritage 4X4 (Regular Cab) Flareside Truck
F17 F-Series F150 Heritage 4X2 (Regular Cab) Styleside Truck
F18 F-Series F150 Heritage 4X4 (Regular Cab) Styleside Truck
F20 F-Series F250 4X2 (Regular Cab) SRW Truck
F21 F-Series F250 4X4 (Regular Cab) SRW Truck
W12 F-Series F150 4X2 (SuperCrew) Styleside Truck
W14 F-Series F150 4X4 (SuperCrew) Styleside Truck
W20 F-Series F250 4X2 (Crew Cab) SRW Truck
W21 F-Series F250 4X4 (Crew Cab) SRW Truck
X02 F-Series F150 4X2 (SuperCab) Flareside Truck
X04 F-Series F150 4X4 (SuperCab) Flareside Truck
X12 F-Series F150 4X2 (SuperCab) Styleside Truck
X14 F-Series F150 4X4 (SuperCab) Styleside Truck
X17 F-Series F150 Heritage 4X2 (SuperCab) Styleside Truck
X18 F-Series F150 Heritage 4X4 (SuperCab) Styleside Truck
X20 F-Series F250 4X2 (SuperCab) SRW Truck
X21 F-Series F250 4X4 (SuperCab) SRW Truck
R10 -- Ranger 4x2
R11 -- Ranger 4x4
R14 -- Ranger 4x2 (SuperCab)
R15 -- Ranger 4x4 (SuperCab)
R18 -- Ranger 4x2 (SuperCab)
R19 -- Ranger 4x4 (SuperCab)

Position 8
A — 2.3L EFI, four cylinder (Ranger 1997 and older)
3 -- 5.4L SOHC EFI S/C ENGINE CALIBRATION (Lightning, S/C Harley Edition)
6 — 4.6L EFI-SOHC (Windsor), eight cylinder (Econoline, F-150, F-250)
W — 4.6L EFI-SOHC, eight cylinder (F-150, F-250)
L — 5.4L EFI-SOHC, eight cylinder (Econoline, F-150, F-250)
S — 6.8L EFI-SOHC, ten cylinder (Econoline)
F — 7.3L Turbo-Diesel, eight cylinder (Econoline)
2 — 4.2L EFI-OHV, six cylinder (Econoline, F-150, F-250)
Z — 5.4L SOHC, gaseous fuel prep, eight cylinder (Econoline, F-150, F-250)
M — 5.4L SOHC natural gas, eight cylinder (Econoline, F-150, F-250)
X — 4.0L EFI-OHV, six cylinder (Explorer, Ranger)
E — 4.0L EFI-SOHC, six cylinder (Explorer, Mountaineer)
P — 5.0L EFI, eight cylinder (Explorer/Mountaineer)
B — 2.5L OHV-DI diesel, four cylinder (Ranger)
C — 2.5L EFI-SOHC, four cylinder (Ranger)
U — 3.0L, six cylinder (Ranger)

Position 9
This is a randomly generated number.

Position 10
V -- 1997
W -- 1998
X -- 1999
Y -- 2000
1 -- 2001
2 -- 2002
3 -- 2003
4 -- 2004
5 -- 2005
6 -- 2006
7 -- 2007
8 -- 2008
9 -- 2009

On my truck's VIN of 1FTPX14524NA58268, position #8 it has a number 5!? Either I'm missing something, or there's no engine code listed for a 5 on the VIN's #8 character? Hmm..maybe my truck doesn't have an engine? Help?

[FordGunsMerica]

Originally Posted by Yilancio

On my truck's VIN of 1FTPX14524NA58268, position #8 it has a number 5!? Either I'm missing something, or there's no engine code listed for a 5 on the VIN's #8 character? Hmm..maybe my truck doesn't have an engine? Help?

"5" indicates it as a 5.4l 3v Motor. My 05 SC has the same thing.

[Yilancio]

Originally Posted by FordGunsMerica

"5" indicates it as a 5.4l 3v Motor. My 05 SC has the same thing.

Thank you for the reply & confirmation. Why is it I cannot find the info to decipher the character of '5' in the #8 position of the VIN?

What did you use as reference/documentation?

Thanks again!

[FordGunsMerica]

i found out through this tread i believe. You can always open up your hood and look, or use the vin decoder on the top of the page 8th always denotes engine throughout the industry. I worked for Lansing Grand River assembly plant for 7 years.

[sandersd]

My paint code for Amazon Green

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