Fig. 19 A: Vehicle data sticker: example shows a vehicle with engine code CPTA â‘¢ B: Type plate
Fig. 20 Vehicle identification number
Vehicle identification number.
The vehicle identification number can be read from outside the vehicle through
a viewer in the windscreen  . The viewer is located in the lower corner of the windscreen.
The vehicle identification number is also stamped on the right-hand water drainage
channel. The water drainage channel is located between the suspension turret and
wing. You have to open the bonnet to gain access
to the vehicle identification number   .
The vehicle identification number can be displayed in the infotainment system
using the
button and the
and
Service function buttons   .
Additional vehicle identification for China
In Chinese vehicles, the following body components are marked with the vehicle identification number (VIN) or with a number that can be traced back to the VIN:
Vehicle data sticker
The vehicle data sticker   A is in the spare wheel well area in the luggage compartment. It contains the following data:
These vehicle data are also contained in the service schedule.
Type plate
The type plate   B can be seen on the lower part of the door pillar when the door is open. Vehicles for certain export countries do not have a type plate.
The type plate contains the following data:
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Opening or closing the windows electrically  
→ Electric windows – functions  
→ Roll-back function for the electric windows  
Additional information and warnings:
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