The second line from the top contains the vehicle type approval number.
The third line from the top in the plate - identification number - is deciphered as follows: the first three letters, according to international standards, indicate the manufacturer's code; the next six digits are the car model; letter of the Latin alphabet (or a number) - model year; the last seven digits are the chassis number, for a passenger car corresponding to the body number. In accordance with GOST R 51980-2002, the model year is defined as a conditional year indicated by the manufacturer (usually following the actual year of manufacture of the vehicle). In OJSC «AVTOVAZ» The start of the model year is set on October 1 of the calendar year. Thus, from January 1 to September 30, the model year corresponds to the actual year of manufacture of the car, and from October 1 to December 31, corresponds to the year following the actual manufacture of the car.
Identification number 3 is duplicated on the right support of the telescopic strut and on the panel in the spare wheel well.
The fourth line from the top of the plate is the engine model.
The numbers in the left column from top to bottom indicate:
- the total permissible weight of the vehicle;
- permissible weight with trailer.
The numbers in the right column from top to bottom indicate:
- load on the front axle;
- rear axle load.
The number for spare parts corresponds to the serial number of the car leaving the assembly line.
The bottom line shows the version and equipment.
The engine model and number 1 is stamped on the end face of the cylinder block, above the clutch housing.