1997 Ford Crown Victoria Door Jamb Data Plate - VIN, GVWR & Axle Codes

This is a photo of the vehicle certification / data specification plate (door jamb sticker) from a Ford passenger car manufactured by Ford Motor Co. of Canada, Ltd. The label states a manufacture date of 01/97 and lists weight ratings: GVWR 5427 lb / 2461 kg, front GAWR 2678 lb / 1214 kg, and rear GAWR 2774 lb / 1258 kg. It carries the standard federal compliance statement that the vehicle conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety, Bumper, and Theft Prevention Standards in effect on the date of manufacture. The VIN is 2FALP74WXVX154357 and the vehicle type is PASSENGER. Build/option codes shown include exterior paint UA, RC 11, interior trim M2, brake code 3, tape/power steering code H, axle X5 (CPC), transmission U, and springs 65XX. The label also shows codes F0196 and R0236, a Ford label part number F60B-5420472-AA, and 'MADE IN CANADA.' From this plate a reader can determine the vehicle's identity, build date, factory weight ratings, and factory option codes (paint, trim, axle, transmission, springs).