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VIN Decoder

Decode Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) to get exact torque specifications for a specific vehicle.

What is a VIN?

A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a unique 17-character code that identifies a specific vehicle. It contains information about:

Manufacturer and make
Model and variant
Year of manufacture
Engine type and specifications

Where to Find the VIN

Vehicle Registration

On your registration or title documents

Dashboard

Visible through the windshield on the driver's side

Door Frame

On the driver's side door jamb

Decoding Process

After entering a VIN, DriveSpec will:

1
Decode the VIN

Extract make, model, year, and other vehicle information

2
Search the database

Find matching vehicle variants in our system

3
Display results

If multiple variants match, select the exact one

4
Show specifications

View the exact torque specifications for your vehicle

Multiple Variants
Sometimes a single VIN can match multiple vehicle variants (e.g., different trim levels). You'll see a dropdown to select the one that matches your vehicle.

VIN Requirements

VINs must be exactly 17 characters long and can contain:

Letters (A-Z, excluding I, O, Q)
Numbers (0-9)

Example VIN

JTHBK1GG5M2012345

17 characters - letters and numbers only

Note: VINs are case-insensitive. You can enter them in uppercase or lowercase.