Label information
Vehicle identification number
(VIN)
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is
the number used in registering your car
and in all legal matters pertaining to its
ownership, etc.
It can be found on the floor under the passenger seat. To check the number, remove the cover.
The VIN is also on a plate attached to the top of the dashboard. The number on the plate can easily be seen through the windshield from outside.
Vehicle certification label
(if equipped)
The vehicle certification label attached
on the driver’s side center pillar gives the
vehicle identification number (VIN).
Tire specification and pressure
label
The tires supplied on your new vehicle
are chosen to provide the best performance
for normal driving.
The tire label located on the driver's side center pillar gives the tire pressures recommended for your car.
Engine number
The engine number is stamped on the
engine block as shown in the drawing.
See also:
Steering wheel
Power steering
Power steering uses energy from the
engine to assist you in steering the vehicle.
If the engine is off or if the power
steering system becomes inoperative,
the vehicle may still be ...
Air cleaner
Element cleaning
This element may be air cleaned or
replaced, depending on its condition.
Unless it is very dirty, merely shake it to
remove foreign particles. Each time this
filter is inspecte ...
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