Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Locator
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a 17-digit combination of letters and numbers. The VIN is stamped on a metal tab riveted to the instrument panel top, upper left of the dash. The VIN is also found on the Vehicle Certification (VC) label. If the VIN plate requires replacement, authorized dealers must contact their respective regional office.
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) |
| 2 | Restraint-type code |
| 3 | Vehicle line and series |
| 4 | Engine-type code |
| 5 | Computer-generated check digit |
| 6 | Model year code |
| 7 | Assembly plant code |
| 8 | Production sequence number |
World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI)
The first 3 VIN positions are the world manufacturer code.
- 1LN - Lincoln, USA, passenger car
Restraint Type
The fourth VIN position is the vehicle restraint-type code.
- H - Active safety belts - all positions, driver and front passenger air bags with 1st and 2nd row side impact protection air curtains
Vehicle Line and Series
Positions 5 through 7 indicate vehicle line and series.
- L9D - MKS, Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
- L9E - MKS, All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
- L9F - MKS, AWD - Ecoboost ®
Engine Type
The eighth VIN position is the engine displacement and number of cylinders.
- K - 3.7L, V6, 4-valve
- T - 3.5L, turbo-charged V6, 4-valve
Additional engine information can be obtained from the engine tag. Refer to Engine 3.7L Ti-VCT or Engine 3.5L GTDI .
Check Digit
The ninth VIN position is a government-assigned, computer-generated check digit.
- 0-9
Model Year
The tenth VIN position is the model year code.
- F - 2015
Assembly Plant
The eleventh VIN position is the assembly plant code.
- G - Chicago (Chicago, Illinois)
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.
- 600000-999999