2003 Mercury Marauder Door Jamb Data Plate - VIN, GVWR, Tire & Rim Specs

This is a photograph of the factory door-jamb data/certification label (safety compliance sticker) applied by Ford Motor Co. The label shows a manufacture date of 04/03 and VIN 2MEHM75V43X688593, identifying the vehicle as a 2003 Mercury passenger car built in Canada. Weight ratings are listed: GVWR 2376 kg / 5240 lb, front GAWR 1158 kg / 2555 lb, and rear GAWR 1217 kg / 2685 lb. Maximum load (occupants plus luggage) is 499 kg / 1100 lb, with seating for 5/6 total occupants (2/3 front, 3 rear). Original equipment tire and wheel specs are given: front 235/50R18 Z on 18x8.0J rims and rear 245/55R18 Z on 18x8.0J rims, both inflated to 220 kPa / 32 PSI cold. The label states the vehicle conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety, Bumper, and Theft Prevention standards in effect on the date of manufacture, and refers owners to the Owner Guide for trailer towing. Build codes include exterior paint JP, interior trim GC, axle code 56, transmission U, springs FFSS, DSO B05, and label part number 2U5A-542047?-AA. A barcode of the VIN appears on the label.