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RAE0682
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What digit of a VIN code tells what kind of transmission is in the vehicle. How would you read it?
Mar 2, 2006 at 10:03 AM
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PEPPERMRJ
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On most vehicles the vin will tell you :
Manufacturer
Brake Type and GVWR Class
Line,Series Body Type
Engine Type
Model Year
Assembly Plant

You will have better luck finding tranny info on the door tag.

What year, make, and model? :?:
Mar 3, 2006 at 8:08 AM
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