The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate is located on the lower windshield fence near the left A-pillar. The VIN contains 17 characters that provide data concerning the vehicle. Refer to the VIN decoding chart to determine the identification of a vehicle.The Vehicle Identification Number is also imprinted on the:Vehicle Safety Certification Label.Frame rail.To protect the consumer from theft and possible fraud the manufacturer is required to include a Check Digit at the ninth position of the Vehicle Identification Number. The check digit is used by the manufacturer and government agencies to verify the authenticity of the vehicle and official documentation. The formula to use the check digit is not released to the general public.POSITIONINTERPRETATIONCODE = DESCRIPTION1Country of Origin1 = Manufactured By DaimlerChrysler Corporation2MakeJ = Jeep3Vehicle Type4 = Multipurpose Passenger Vehicle Less Side Air Bags8 = Multipurpose Passenger Vehicle With Side Air Bags4Gross Vehicle Weight RatingF =1815 - 2267 KG (4001 - 5000 lbs. )5Vehicle LineA = Wrangler Left Hand Drive (4x4)B = Wrangler Left Hand Drive (4x2)E = Wrangler Right Hand Drive (4x4)6Series/Transmission2 = L (Low Line)3 = M (Medium)5 = P (Premium)6 = S (Sport)B = 4 Speed Automatic VLP - Sales Code (DGV)C = 6 Speed Manual - Sales Code (DEH)E = 5 Speed Automatic - Sales Code (DGQ)7Body Style4 = Open Body (JK 72)9 = Extended Open Body (JK 74)8Engine1 = 3.8L V6 CYL Gasoline SMPI - Sales Code (EGT)9 = 2.8L I4 CYL Turbo Diesel Next Gen - Sales Code (ENS)9Check Digit0 through 9 or X10Model Year7 = 200711Assembly PlantL = Toledo South Assembly12 – 17Vehicle Build Sequence