2008 Suzuki XL7 Owner's Manual - Page 219

SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Service Parts Identification Label This label is on the inside of the glove box. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. The label has the following information Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Model designation Paint information Production options and special equipment Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment CAUTION Do not add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage would not be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Add-on equipment can drain your vehicle's battery, even if your vehicle is not operating. Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, refer to "Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle" in "Airbag System" in the "Seats and Restraint Systems" section. Do not remove this label from the vehicle. 1410338 This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Certification/Tire and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code. This code helps you identify your vehicle's engine, specifications, and replacement parts. Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, have it fixed. 5-54