codes within the vin (VDS)
https://www.ford-trucks.com/vin-decoder/index.php
A seventeen-digit combination of numbers and letters forms the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN is stamped on a metal tab that is riveted to the instrument panel close to the windshield. The VIN number is viewable by looking through the front windshield on the driver's side. The VIN number is also found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label.
By looking at the seventeen-digit VIN number a variety of information about the vehicle can be determined. The first three digits identify the manufacturer and the vehicle make and type. The fourth digit determines the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR-Class) and Brake System for Ford completed Trucks and MPV's. For Buses and incompleted vehicles, the fourth digit determines the brake system (only). Digits five, six and seven identify the model or line, series, chassis, and cab or body type. The eighth digit points out the particular engine found in the vehicle. Digit nine is the VIN check digit. The tenth digit identifies the model year of a Ford-completed vehicle, or the model year of the incomplete vehicle, if sold by Ford as an incomplete vehicle. The eleventh digit determines the assembly plant. Digits twelve through seventeen make up the sequence serial and warranty number. Digit twelve uses the letter A until the production or sequence of 99,999 units (digits thirteen through seventeen) is reached. Letter A then becomes B for the next production sequence of vehicles.
Refer to the following illustrations to help in further explanation of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

Click the below links for each number for the 1993 Van.
VIN 1-3:
http://s54.photobucket.com/albums/g91/subford/VIN/?action=view¤t=Vin1-31993E.jpg
VIN 4:
http://s54.photobucket.com/albums/g91/subford/VIN/?action=view¤t=Vin41993E.gif
VIN 5-7:
http://s54.photobucket.com/albums/g91/subford/VIN/?action=view¤t=Vin5-71993E.gif
VIN 8:
http://s54.photobucket.com/albums/g91/subford/VIN/?action=view¤t=Vin81993E.gif
VIN 9-10:
http://s54.photobucket.com/albums/g91/subford/VIN/?action=view¤t=Vin9-101993E.gif
VIN 11-17:
http://s54.photobucket.com/albums/g91/subford/VIN/?action=view¤t=Vin11-171993E.gif
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Last edited by subford; Feb 4, 2008 at 07:43 AM.








