2008-2011 Ford Focus Service & Repair Manual

Identification Codes 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. SECTION 100-01: Identification Codes 2009 Focus Workshop Manual DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Procedure revision date: 07/18/2008 Page 1 of 14 2009 Focus Workshop Manual 2010-12-15 file://C:\TSO\tsocache\VDTOM_3544\S9Y~us~en~file=S9Y01001.HTM~gen~ref.HTM

World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) The first 3 VIN positions are the WMI .  1FA — Ford Motor Company, USA, passenger car Restraint Type Item Description 1 World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) 2 Restraint-type code 3 Vehicle line, series, body-type code 4 Engine-type code 5 Computer-generated check digit 6 Model year code 7 Assembly plant code 8 Production sequence number Page 2 of 14 2009 Focus Workshop Manual 2010-12-15 file://C:\TSO\tsocache\VDTOM_3544\S9Y~us~en~file=S9Y01001.HTM~gen~ref.HTM

The fourth VIN position is the vehicle restraint type code.  H — Active safety belts — all positions, driver and front passenger air bags with driver and front passenger side impact air bags Vehicle Line, Series and Body Type Positions 5 through 7 indicate vehicle line, series and body type.  P32 — 2-door coupe — SE  P33 — 2-door coupe — SES  P34 — 4-door sedan — S  P35 — 4-door sedan — SE  P36 — 4-door sedan — SES  P37 — 4-door sedan — SEL Engine Type Page 3 of 14 2009 Focus Workshop Manual 2010-12-15 file://C:\TSO\tsocache\VDTOM_3544\S9Y~us~en~file=S9Y01001.HTM~gen~ref.HTM

The eighth VIN position identifies the engine displacement and number of cylinders.  N — Duratec — 2.0L, DOHC, 4-cylinder Check Digit The ninth VIN position is a government-assigned, computer-generated check digit. Model Year The tenth VIN position is the model year code. Page 4 of 14 2009 Focus Workshop Manual 2010-12-15 file://C:\TSO\tsocache\VDTOM_3544\S9Y~us~en~file=S9Y01001.HTM~gen~ref.HTM

 9 — 2009 Assembly Plant The eleventh VIN position is the assembly plant code.  W — Wayne — Wayne, Michigan 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.  100001-599999 — Ford Motor Company vehicle Vehicle Certification (VC) Label Vehicle Certification (VC) Label Locator Page 5 of 14 2009 Focus Workshop Manual 2010-12-15 file://C:\TSO\tsocache\VDTOM_3544\S9Y~us~en~file=S9Y01001.HTM~gen~ref.HTM

The Vehicle Certification (VC) label contains the manufacturer name, the month and year of manufacture, the certification statement and the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). It also includes Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and tire information. If a vehicle requires replacement of the VC label and is 4 years old or less, an authorized dealer must submit the VIN to their respective regional office. The regional office will submit a web form to the assembly plant for the replacement label. Once the label has been printed, a representative from the regional office will deliver the label to the dealer and witness installation on the vehicle. If a vehicle is more than 4 years old and requires a replacement label, the dealer must submit a request to the Department of Motor Vehicles. Page 6 of 14 2009 Focus Workshop Manual 2010-12-15 file://C:\TSO\tsocache\VDTOM_3544\S9Y~us~en~file=S9Y01001.HTM~gen~ref.HTM

Paint Code Item Description 1 Exterior paint code 2 Region code 3 Domestic special order code 4 Interior trim code 5 Tape/paint stripe code 6 Radio code 7 Axle code 8 Transmission code 9 Spring code 10 Powertrain calibration code Page 7 of 14 2009 Focus Workshop Manual 2010-12-15 file://C:\TSO\tsocache\VDTOM_3544\S9Y~us~en~file=S9Y01001.HTM~gen~ref.HTM

The first set of paint code numbers/letters indicate the vehicle primary body color. The second set of letters/numbers (if applicable) indicate a 2-tone or accent body color. All paint codes are a base coat/clear coat finish.  G9 — Vista Blue  GQ — Amber Gold  JV — Sangria Red  LS — Light Ice Blue Metallic  UA — Ebony  UI — Brilliant Silver Metallic  UJ — Sterling Gray Metallic  WS — White Suede Interior Trim Codes The interior trim codes are listed below. The first digit listed indicates the seat and fabric style. The second digit listed indicates the interior trim color. Trim Codes  F — Surge cloth  G — Speck cloth  H — Soho leather Interior Trim Color Codes Page 8 of 14 2009 Focus Workshop Manual 2010-12-15 file://C:\TSO\tsocache\VDTOM_3544\S9Y~us~en~file=S9Y01001.HTM~gen~ref.HTM

 S — Medium Stone  W — Charcoal Black Tape/Paint Stripe Codes Tape and paint stripe codes do not apply. Radio Codes  2 — GAP — AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3  4 — GAP Audiophile — AM/FM stereo with CDX-6 CD changer and MP3 Axle Codes Page 9 of 14 2009 Focus Workshop Manual 2010-12-15 file://C:\TSO\tsocache\VDTOM_3544\S9Y~us~en~file=S9Y01001.HTM~gen~ref.HTM

The following lists the axle ratios.  UU — 3.56 ratio  VV — 3.82 ratio  WW — 3.34 ratio  XX — 4.20 ratio Transmission Codes  2 — 4-speed automatic (FN)  Z — 5-speed manual (MTX75) Spring Codes Page 10 of 14 2009 Focus Workshop Manual 2010-12-15 file://C:\TSO\tsocache\VDTOM_3544\S9Y~us~en~file=S9Y01001.HTM~gen~ref.HTM

2008-2011 Ford Focus Service & Repair Manual

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