1997 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 285

Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) I 11111111 111111 I 1111 111 11111111 111111111111 11= 111111111 0 the model designation, paint information and a list of all production options and special equipment. 0 bd SAMPLE4UXVM072675 bd e Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. Electrical System This is the legal identifier for your Pontiac. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver's side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears onthe Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. Add-on Electrical Equipment I NOTICE: Don't add anything electrical to your Pontiac first. Some unless you check with your dealer electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn't be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your Pontiac, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Pontiac" in the Index. Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify yourengine, specifications and replacement parts. Service Parts Identification Label You'll find thislabel on your spare tire cover. It's very helpful if you ever need to order parts. Onthis label is: your VIN, 6-58