Ford Explorer VIN codes:(17 digits/letters)
1st Digit IDs coutry of origin.  1=USA   2=Canada
2nd Digit IDs Manufacturer.  F=Ford
3rd Digit IDs Type vehicle.  C=Basic Chassis, D=Incomplete Vehicle,
M=MultiPurpose Truck, T=Truck ( complete vehicle)
4th Digit is GVWR
5th Digit is Model.  R=Ranger, U=Explorer
6th & 7th Digit ID Chassis and Body Type
8th Digit IDs Engine.  A=2.3L 4cyl, T=2.9L 6 cyl, U=3.0L 6cyl, E=4.0L
SOHC 6cyl, X=4.0L 6 cyl, P=5.0L 8 cyl
10th Digit is model year
11th Digit is assembly plant (pretty sure all explorers from
louisville)
12 thru 17 are sequence/warranty numbers (useful for recalls)
Plenty of other info on Certification label on driver's door (color
and trim, tranny, axle.


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