1997 Cadillac Eldorado Owner's Manual - Page 317

rvi e r" I I C. 1 You'll find this label on the rear wall of the trunk on the passenger's side. It's very helpful if you ever need to order parts. Onthis label is: your VIN, the modeldesignation, @ ENGINEA6977 CODE MODEL YEAR ASSEMBLY PLANT I paint information and special equipment. This is thelegal identifier for your Cadillac. It appears on a plate in the front comer 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 on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and thecertificates of title and registration. e a list of all production options and Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacementparts.