Jeep Wrangler Vin Decoder [Top Review]

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What is meant by VIN and How to Decode it?

Vehicle identification numbers can reveal an abundance of information about your Jeep and are akin to a social security number for your jeep/car. Utilize the Jeep Wrangler Vin Decoder provided to decode your Jeep’s VIN or any Jeep you may be looking into buying.

Every digit has a meaning that can help in understanding the vehicle. The ninth position of the VIN is known as the check digit, and its value is derived from a mathematical equation using other numbers in the VIN.

To confirm whether or not a given Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is valid, cross-check it with its corresponding check digit, a correct key for discerning legitimacy.

Every individual character in the VIN has been assigned a numerical value for easy identification. You may wonder, “Wait… there are letters too– how does that work?” Well, this is perfectly normal and expected.

If you’re referring to Wranglers, chances are the second position in your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a letter “J,” whose value and weight designated by the calculator would be 1 and 7, respectively.

Once you have found these designations for all other positions of your VIN, input them into the calculation process to verify their accuracy with the corresponding check digit.

What is a VIN

A Jeep Wrangler VIN is a unique serial number for each vehicle manufactured by the Jeep brand. The VIN is located on a plate near the driver’s side door. The VIN contains essential information about your Jeep, such as its make, model, and trim level.

A Jeep’s Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains important data about the model and year, make, place of manufacture, and other particulars. Each symbol or group of characters provides an exclusive code that uncovers such data.

By referencing the diagram above and decoding charts, we were able to decipher this particular Jeep VIN: 1C4NJCBA9GD681479.

1 – Indicate the Country which is (USA)
C – Who is the Manufacturer (Chrysler)
4 – What is the Vehicle Type (Passenger Car)
NJCBA – More Description (4WD/4DR/SUV/Jeep Compass)
9 – Check Digit
G – Indicates Model Year (2016)
D – (Where its assembled )Assembly Plant (Belvidere, Illinois)
681479 – Production Sequence Number

How to decode VIN for Jeep Wrangler Vin Decoder?

VIN Decoder for 1987-1988 Wrangler YJs

To ensure the authenticity of your YJ Wrangler, a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is assigned for each one. VIN can be found in four areas, the driver-side dashboard, door jamb, beneath the radiator, or on the firewall close to its Electronic Control Unit (ECU).

Position	Interpretation	Code/Description
1	Country of Origin	1 = United States
2	Make	J = Jeep
2	Make	C = Chrysler
3	Vehicle Type	C = MPV
3	Vehicle Type	D = Incomplete Vehicle
4	Engine Type	C = 4.2L 6-cyl
		H = 2.5L 4-cyl Throttle Body Injection
		U = 2.5L 4-cyl Carburetor
5	Trans/Transfer Case	L = 5-spd Manual Floor Shifter (Part Time 4WD)
		X = 4-spd Manual Floor Shifter (Part Time 4WD)
		B = Auto w/ Floor Shifter (Part Time 4WD)
		E = Auto Column Shifter (Part Time 4WD)
		J = Auto Column Shifter (Full Time 4WD)
		A = Auto Column Shifter (2WD)
6-Jul	Body Style	81 = Wrangler
8	Weight Rating	J or M = 3001-4000lbs
8	Weight Rating	1 or 2 = 4001-5000lbs
9	Check Digit	Manufacturer Assigned
10	Model Year	H = 1987
10	Model Year	J = 1988
11	Assembly Plant	J = Brampton, Ontario, Canada
		L = Toledo, Ohio Plant #1
		P = Toledo, Ohio Plant #2
		T = Toledo, Ohio
12--17	Sequential Serial Number	Six Digit Number

VIN Decoder for 1989-1995 Wrangler YJs

Position	Interpretation	Code/Description
1	Country of Origin	1 = United States
2	Make	J = Jeep
2	Make	C = Chrysler
3	Vehicle Type	3 = MPV
		6 = Incomplete Vehicle
		7 = Truck
4	Gross Vehicle Weight Rating	E = 3001-4000lbs
		F = 4001-5000lbs
		G = 5001-6000lbs
		H = 6001-7000lbs
5	Model	Y = Wrangler
6	Trim Level	1 = S
		2 = Base
		4 = Sahara
		5 = Laredo
		6 = Renegade
7	Body Style	9 = 2 Door Open Body
8	Engine	E = 2.5L
		L = 4.0L
		(1989) M = 4.2L
		(1991-1995) S = 4.0L
		(1990) T = 4.2L
9	Check Digit	Manufactuer Assigned
10	Model Year	K = 1989
		L = 1990
		M = 1991
		N = 1992
		P = 1993
		R = 1994
11	Assembly Plant	J = Brampton, Ontario
		L = Toledo, Ohio Plant #1
		P = Toledo, Ohio Plant #2
		T = Toledo, Ohio
12--17	Sequential Serial Number	Six Digit Number

VIN Decoder for 1997-2006 Wrangler TJs

All TJs have a Vehicle Identification Number listed on a plate on the driver’s side dashboard, stamped into the frame, and on a sticker near the top of the door hinges. There is also another plate between the seat and door that contains this information.

Position	Interpretation	Code/Description
1	Country of Origin	1 = United States
2	Make	J = Jeep
2	Make	C = Chrysler
3	Vehicle Type	4 = MPV
4	Gross Vehicle Weight Rating	E = 3001-4000lbs
4	Gross Vehicle Weight Rating	F = 4001-5000lbs
5	Vehicle Line	Y = Wrangler 4x4
		A = Wrangler 4x4 (Left Hand Drive)
		4 = Wrangler 4x4 (Right Hand Drive)
6	Series	(1997-200) 1 = Sport
		(1997-2003) 2 = SE
		(1997-2000) 4 = Sahara
		(2001-2003) 4 = Sport
		(2001-2003) 5 = Sahara
		(2002-2003) 3 = X
		(2003) 6 = Rubicon
7	Body Style	9 = Open Body
8	Engine	H = 2.5L Leaded Gas
		P = 2.5L Unleaded
		S = 4.0L Unleaded
		V = 4.0L Leaded
9	Check Digit	0 through 9 or X
10	Model Year	V = 1997
		W = 1998
		X = 1999
		Y = 2000
		1 = 2001
		2 = 2002
		3 = 2003
11	Assembly Plant	P = Toledo #2
12--17	Vehicle Build Sequence	Six Digit Number

VIN Decoder for 2007-2018 Wrangler JKs

For JK owners, the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is conveniently located on both the driver-side dash and door jam.

Position	Interpretation	Code/Description
1	Country of Origin	1 = United States
2	Make	J = Jeep
2	Make	C = Chrysler
3	Vehicle Type	4 = MPV w/o side air bags
3	Vehicle Type	8 = MPV w/ side air bags
4	Gross Vehicle Weight Rating	1 = 8001 - 9000 lbs
		A, G, N, V = 4001 - 5000 lbs
		B, H, P, X = 5001 - 6000 lbs
		C, J, R, Y = 6001 - 7000 lbs
		D, K, S, Z = 7001 - 8000 lbs
		E, L, T = 8001 - 9000 lbs
5	Vehicle Line	A = Wrangler Left Hand Drive (4x4)
		B = Wrangler Left Hand Drive (4x2)
		E = Wrangler Right Drive (4x4) Export
		Z = Wrangler Right Hand Drive (4x4) US mail & Canada
		J = Unlimited
6	Series & Trans	2 = Sport or base model
		3 = Unlimited or Sport Unlimited
		5 = Sahara or Sahara Unlimited
		6 = Rubicon or Rubicon Extended
		B = 4-spd automatic VLP - Sales Code (DGV)
		C = 6-spd Manual - Sales Code (DEH)
		E = 5-spd automatic - Sales Code (DGQ)
		W = 5-spd Auto (Rubicon)
7	Body Style	4, D = Open Body (JK 72)
7	Body Style	9, H = Extended Open Body (JK 74)
8	Engine	1 = 3.8L V6
		5 = 2.8L 4-cyl Diesel
		9 = 2.8L 4-cyl Turbo Diesel
		G = 3.6L
9	Check Digit	0 through 9, or X
10	Model Year	7 = 2007
		8 = 2008
		9 = 2009
		A = 2010
		B = 2011
		C = 2012
		D = 2013
		E = 2014
		F = 2015
		G = 2016
		H = 2017
		J = 2018
11	Assembly Plant	L = Toledo, Ohio South Assembly
11	Assembly Plant	W = Toledo, Ohio North Assembly
12--17	Sequential Serial Number	Six Digit Number

2018 JL Wrangler – VIN Positions 5, 6, & 7

4WD	Body Type	Position	Series
JXA	2 Door Open Body	Left Hand Drive	Sport
JXB			Sahara
JXC			Rubicon
JXD	4 Door Open Body		Unlimited Sport
JXE			Unlimited Sahara
JXF			Unlimited Rubicon
JXG	2 Door Open Body	Right Hand Drive	Sport
JXH			Sahara
JXJ			Rubicon
JXK	4 Door Open Body		Unlimited Sport
JXL			Unlimited Sahara
JXM			Unlimited Rubicon

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