Model Plate - Mercedes-Benz 212 Sedan E-Class Service Manual

Model plate and vehicle identification number (VIN)
The model plate is mounted on the right side in the
door frame.

1 Model plate

2 Vehicle manufacturer
3 Vehicle identification number (VIN)
4 Permissible gross vehicle weight
5 Permissible traction weight
6 Permissible front axle load
7 Permissible rear axle load
8 Paint code number
9 Cover
10 Stamped vehicle identification number
In addition to the model plate, the vehicle identifica-
tion number (VIN) is also stamped into the bodywork.
It is located at the bottom in front of the passenger
seat on the seat crossmember.
To check the VIN, move the front passenger seat all
the way back and flip up the cover in the floor
covering. The vehicle identification number is now
visible.
– This printout will not be recorded by the update service. Status: 01 / 2009 –
Location of model plate
Example model plate
Location of stamped VIN
Introduction of the New E-Class, Model Series 212 Sedan
Model plate
P00.01-3760-00
P00.01-3761-00
P00.01-3762-00
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