Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number (VIN) can be found in the following locations:
- on the vehicle identification plate
- on the lower edge of the windshield
In addition to being stamped on the vehicle identification plate, the vehicle identification number (VIN) is also stamped onto the vehicle body.
It is located on the floor in front of the righthand front seat.

•► Slide the right-hand front seat to its rearmost position.
•► Fold floor covering 1 upwards.
You will see vehicle identification number (VIN) 2.
See also:
Applying automatically
Your vehicle's electric parking brake is
automatically applied if DISTRONIC PLUS or
the HOLD function bring the vehicle to a
standstill, or are engaged to keep the vehicle
stationary. In addit ...
Engine number
1 Emission control information plate,
including the certification of both federal
and Californian emissions standards
2 Engine number (stamped into the
crankcase)
3 VIN (on the lower edge ...
Ruts and gravel roads
Observe the following rules when driving along ruts in off-road terrain or on
roads with loose gravel:
Check that the ruts are not too deep and that your vehicle has sufficient clearance.
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