2001 Cadillac Catera Owners Manual - Files

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on thedriver’s side. You can see it if you look through thewindshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN alsoappears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Partslabels and the certificates of title and registration.Engine IdentificationThe 8th character in your VIN is the engine code.This code will help you identify your engine,specifications and replacement parts.Service Parts Identification LabelYou’ll find this label behind the passenger’s sideaccess panel in the trunk (the panel that covers thetrunk-mounted CD changer). It’s very helpful if youever need to order parts. On this label is:your VIN,the model designation,paint information anda list of all production options andspecial equipment.Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.6-55