Mercedes-Benz 2008 GL 450 Operator's Manual page 552

Second-row seat
4 VIN
Fold the carpet forwards.
The VIN 4 is now visible.
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When ordering parts, please specify vehicle
identification and engine numbers.
5 Emission control information label,
includes both federal and California
certification exhaust emission
standards
6 Engine number (engraved on engine)
7 VIN (lower edge of windshield)
Technical data
Identification labels
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