2005 Ford Taurus
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car |
|---|---|
| Vehicle id | 2005_ford_taurus |
| SE |
|---|
| 2.0L | Eighth VIN character N |
|---|---|
| 2.3L | Eighth VIN character Z |
| 3.0L V6 | Eighth VIN character 1, 2, S or U |
| 3.9L V8 | Eighth VIN character A |
Position 8 of a VIN names the engine on many vehicles: how to read a VIN. Safety equipment depends on the trim, so decode a VIN to see what one vehicle has.