VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) |
Position | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
VIN | Y | S | 3 | F | D | 4 | 5 | S | X | 3 | 1 | 016584 |
1 | Geographical region | Y = Northern Europe |
2 | Country | S = Sweden |
3 | Vehicle manufacturer | 3 = Saab Automobile AB |
4 | Product line | F = 9-3 |
5 | Model series | B = Saab 9-3 Linear D = Saab 9-3 Arc F = Saab 9-3 Vector H = Saab 9-3 Aero |
6 | Body version | 4 = 4-door 7 = Convertible |
7 | Gearbox | 5 = 5-speed manual 6 = 6-speed manual 9 = 5-speed automatic |
8 | Engine variant | F = 1.8t S = 2.0t Y = 2.0 Turbo D = 2.2 Diesel |
9 | Check digit | 0-9 or X |
10 | Model year | 3=2003 |
11 | Place of manufacture | 1 = Trollhättan 6 = Graz |
12 | Serial number | 000001-999999 |
Replacing VIN plate |
If the VIN label is damaged in a collision or while repairing damage, the garage can order a replacement label from the spare parts department in Nyköping.
Address:
Saab Automobile AB
Arnö stores
Logistic / Customer Care - ULU
SE-611 81 Nyköping
SWEDEN
Only authorised Saab garages can obtain replacement labels. This is so that Saab Automobile AB does not participate in providing a stolen car with a new identity.