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Section 0A
General Information
ATTENTION
Before performing any Service Operation or other procedure described in this Section, refer to Section 00
Warnings, Cautions and Notes for correct workshop practices with regard to safety and/or property damage.
1 General Information ...............................................................................................................................3
1.1 Summary of Changes............................................................................................................................................ 3
MY 2004 VY Series Models.................................................................................................................................... 3
MY 2004 V2 Series Models.................................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Hoist Pad Locations .............................................................................................................................................. 5
2 Model Availability and Equipment........................................................................................................6
2.1 Australian Domestic .............................................................................................................................................. 6
2.2 Brazil....................................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.3 Gulf States.............................................................................................................................................................. 8
2.4 South Africa............................................................................................................................................................ 9
2.5 South East Asia.................................................................................................................................................... 10
3 Major Option Codes .............................................................................................................................11
4 Powertrain Combinations....................................................................................................................12
5 Transmission Ratios............................................................................................................................13
6 Engine Data...........................................................................................................................................14
7 Exterior Dimensions ............................................................................................................................15
8 Vehicle Weights....................................................................................................................................16
9 Fuel Consumption Label .....................................................................................................................17
10 Information Labels, Plates and Serial Numbers – Australian Domestic ........................................18
10.1 Locations – Body................................................................................................................................................. 18
10.2 Safety Compliance Plate ..................................................................................................................................... 19
10.3 Body and Option Identification Plate................................................................................................................. 20
10.4 Vehicle Identification Number............................................................................................................................. 21
VIN Plate ............................................................................................................................................................... 21
VIN Body Stamping.............................................................................................................................................. 22
10.5 Vehicle Identification Numbering System ......................................................................................................... 23
11 Information Labels, Plates and Serial Numbers – Brazil..................................................................24
11.1 Locations – Body................................................................................................................................................. 24
11.2 Body and Option Identification Plate................................................................................................................. 25
11.3 Manufacturer Label.............................................................................................................................................. 26
11.4 Paint Label............................................................................................................................................................ 27
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11.5 VIS Label............................................................................................................................................................... 28
11.6 Vehicle Identification Number............................................................................................................................. 29
VIN Plate ............................................................................................................................................................... 29
VIN Body Stamping.............................................................................................................................................. 30
11.7 Vehicle Identification Numbering System ......................................................................................................... 31
12 Information Labels, Plates and Serial Numbers – Gulf States ........................................................32
12.1 Locations – Body................................................................................................................................................. 32
12.2 Safety Compliance Label .................................................................................................................................... 33
12.3 Body and Option Identification Plate................................................................................................................. 34
12.4 Vehicle Identification Number............................................................................................................................. 35
VIN Plate ............................................................................................................................................................... 35
VIN Body Stamping.............................................................................................................................................. 36
12.5 Vehicle Identification Numbering System ......................................................................................................... 37
13 Information Labels, Plates and Serial Numbers – South Africa......................................................38
13.1 Locations – Body................................................................................................................................................. 38
13.2 Vehicle Identification and Data Plate ................................................................................................................. 39
13.3 Body and Option Identification Plate................................................................................................................. 40
13.4 Vehicle Identification Number............................................................................................................................. 41
VIN Plate ............................................................................................................................................................... 41
VIN Body Stamping.............................................................................................................................................. 42
13.5 Vehicle Identification Numbering System ......................................................................................................... 43
14 Information Labels, Plates and Serial Numbers – South East Asia................................................44
14.1 Locations – Body................................................................................................................................................. 44
14.2 Safety Compliance Plate ..................................................................................................................................... 45
14.3 Body and Option Identification Plate................................................................................................................. 46
14.4 Vehicle Identification Number............................................................................................................................. 47
VIN Plate ............................................................................................................................................................... 47
VIN Body Stamping.............................................................................................................................................. 48
14.5 Vehicle Identification Numbering System ......................................................................................................... 49
15 Consolidated Tool List.........................................................................................................................50
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1 General Information
1.1 Summary of Changes
The MY 2004 VY and V2 Series vehicles ar e a minor facelift of the MY 2003 VY and V2 Series vehicles. The main
changes are summarised in t he following lists.
MY 2004 VY Series Models
• New wheel trims and alloy wheels.
• Addition of Series II badges.
• Revised grille masking and c olo ur treatment.
• New tail lamps and licence pl ate surround for wagons.
• New rear facia inserts and rear lamps for right-hand drive Level 3 sedans.
• Revised rear licence plate surrounds for sedans.
• New interior trim fabrics.
• Deletion of the plastic sill mouldings for utilities.
• New leather trim option for right-hand drive Level 3 sedans.
• New two-tone interior trim option for right-hand drive Level 3 sedans.
• Revised interior paint and chrome applications.
• Improved rear visibility through new lower rear parcel shelf for sedans.
• Memory type front seats for right-hand drive Leve l 3 sed ans.
• Memory type heated exterior rear visi on mirrors for right-hand drive Level 3 sedans.
• Revised front and rear variabl e rate coil springs for right-hand drive Level 3 sedans.
• Active head restraints fitted standard to right-hand drive Level 1 (Acclaim) and Level 3 vehicles.
• Cargo blind fitted standard to right-h and drive wagons.
• Cargo restraints (tie-down rails) fitted standard to right-ha nd drive wagons.
• Telematics fitted standard to right-hand drive Level 3 sedans.
• Electro-chromatic mirror fitted standard to right-hand drive Level 3 sedans.
• Alloy sports pedals fitted standard tor right-h and drive Level 3 sedans.
• New heated (4 wire) oxygen sensors h ave b een introduced to selected models fitted with the V6 engine.
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MY 2004 V2 Series Models
• The CV6 model has been d iscontinued.
• 17” alloy wheels deleted because of CV6 model discontinuation.
• Active head restraints fitted as standard.
• The brake and fuel pipes have an upgraded corrosion resistance specification.
• The steering gear and fittings as fitted to left-hand drive models have an upgraded corrosion resistance
specification.
• The short travel throttle pedal has been fitted to left-hand drive vehicles equipped with the GEN III V8 engine.
• New heated (4 wire) oxygen sensors h ave b een introduced to selected models fitted with the V6 engine.
• A strut brace has been fitted to right-hand drive Level 3 vehicles.
• The corrosion resistance specification has been upgraded on numerous body panels.
• Rear glass antenna.
• New electrochromatic interior rear vision mirror (on non telematics vehicles).
• New A and B Pillar trims.
• New sunvisor.
• New headlining.
• New interior colours
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1.2 Hoist Pad Locations
When using a trolley jack to raise the vehicle, it is important that the jack be positioned under the suspension cross
member or hoist pad (1) locations. Do not jack under the suspension control arm. The vehicle should al ways be
supported by jack stands at the hoist pad locations when raised.
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2 Model Availability and
Equipment
NOTE
For tyre and wheel information, refer to
Section 10 Wheels and Tyres in this Service
Information.
2.1 Australian Domestic
Brand Name Model Name Luxury Level
(Description) Model no. Body Style
(Doors) Engine
(Option)
8VK69 Sedan (4)
V6, (V6 S/C),
(V8)
Executive Level 1
(Base) 8VK35 Wagon (5) V6, (V8)
8VK69 Sedan (4) V6
Acclaim Level 1
(Safety / family) 8VK35 Wagon (5) V6, (V8)
S Level 1
(Base sport) 8VK69 Sedan (4) V6, (V6 S/C)
SV8 Level1
(Base sport) 8VK69 Sedan (4) V8
Holden
Commodore
SS Level 1
(Sport) 8VK69 Sedan (4) V8
— Level 1
(Base) 8VK80 Utility (2) V6
S Level 1
(Base sport) 8VK80 Utility (2) V6, (V8)
Holden Utility
SS Level 1
(Sport) 8VK80 Utility (2) V8
8VL69 Sedan (4)
V6, (V6 S/C),
(V8)
Holden Berlina — Level 2
(Upmarket) 8VL35 Wagon (5)
(V6), V6 S/C,
(V8)
Holden Calais — Level 3
(Luxury sport) 8VX69 Sedan (4)
V6, (V6 S/C),
(V8)
Holden Monaro CV8 Level 3
(Luxury sport) 8VX37 Coupe (2) V8
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2.2 Brazil
Brand Name Model Name Luxury Level
(Description) Model no. Body Style
(Doors) Engine
(Option)
Chevrolet Omega CD Level 3
(Luxury) 1VX69 Sedan (4) V6
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2.3 Gulf States
Brand Name Model Name Luxury Level
(Description) Model no. Body Style
(Doors) Engine
(Option)
1VK69 Sedan (4) V6
LS Level 1
(Base) 1VK35 Wagon (5) V6
LTZ Level 2
(Upmarket) 1VL69 Sedan (4) V6
S Level 1
(Base sport) 1VK69 Sedan (4) V6
SS Level 1
(Sport) 1VK69 Sedan (4) V8
S Level 1
(Sport) 1VK37 Coupe (2) V6
Chevrolet Lumina
SS Level 3
(Luxury sport) 1VX37 Coupe (2) V8
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2.4 South Africa
Brand Name Model Name Luxury Level
(Description) Model no. Body Style
(Doors) Engine
(Option)
LS Level 1
(Base) 1VK69 Sedan (4) V6
S Level 1
(Base sport) 1VK69 Sedan (4) V6
SS Level 1
(Sport) 1VK69 Sedan (4) V8
LTZ Level 2
(Upmarket) 1VL69 Sedan (4) V6
Chevrolet Lumina
SS Level 1
(Sport) 1VK80 Utility (2) V8
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2.5 South East Asia
Brand Name Model Name Luxury Level
(Description) Model no. Body Style
(Doors) Engine
(Option)
S Level 1
(Base sport) 1VK69 Sedan (4) V6
Chevrolet Lumina LTZ Level 2
(Upmarket) 1VL69 Sedan (4) V6
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3 Major Option Codes
Option Code Description Option Code Description
9C1 Police options pack GU4 3.07/3.08:1 Final drive ratio
9C3 Police options pack, LHD GU6 3.42:1 Final drive ratio
A8V Police options Pack, SS GW1 3.91:1 Final drive ratio
A9D S vehicles JL9 Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
A9E SV8 vehicles K30 Cruise control
A9F SS vehicles KL7 LPG
A31 Power windows (Front and rear) L67 Engine, 3.8 V6 superch arged
A32 Power windows (Front) LN3 Engine, 3.8 V6
A88 Active head restraints LS1 Engine, 5.7 GEN III V8
AJ2 Rear folding jump seat M30 Transmission, 4 speed autom atic
AJ7 Side airbags M35 Transmission, 5 speed manu al
AK5 Drivers and passengers airbag MM6 Transmission, 6 speed manual
C41 Heater and demister w/fan N40 Power steering
C60 HVAC manual control NK4 Sports leather steering wheel
C61 HVAC automatic control (ECC) NP5 Luxury leather steering wheel
CJ2 HVAC dual zone NC6 Performanc e exhaust, V8
FE1 Suspension, soft ride NW9 Traction control (with ABS)
FE2 Suspension, sports UY4 Navigation system
FR1 Suspension, country pack CF5 Sunroof, Holde n By Design
G80 Differential (LSD) CC5 Sunroof
GS9 3.46:1 Final drive ratio T82 Headlamps-on
GT4 3.73:1 Final drive axle ratio UE1 Telematics
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4 Powertrain Combinations
Engine Transmission Type
First Gear
Ratio Final Dri ve
Ratio
5 Speed Manual 3.83:1 3.08:1
V6 3.8 litre PFI 4 Speed Automatic 3.06:1 3.08:1
V6 3.8 litre PFI (Utility) 5 Speed Manual 3.83:1 3.46:1
V6 3.8 litre PFI
Supercharged 4 Speed Automatic 3.06:1 3.08:1
4 Speed Automatic 3.06:1 3.08:1
V8 5.7 litre PFI
(GEN III) 6 Speed Manual 2.66:1 3.46:1
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5 Transmission Ratios
4 Speed Automatic 5 Speed Manual 6 Speed Manual
1ST 3.06:1 3.83:1 2.66:1
2ND 1.63:1 2.20:1 1.78:1
3RD 1.00:1 1.40:1 1.30:1
4TH 0.70:1 1.00:1 1.00:1
5TH — 0.81:1 0.74:1
6TH — — 0.50:1
REV 2.29:1 3.46:1 2.90:1
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6 Engine Data
Engine
Designation 3.8 Litre PFI
V6
3.8 litre
S/charged
V6
5.7 litre
GEN III V8
(RHD
Standard
Exhaust)
5.7 litre
GEN III V8
(LHD Low
Output)
5.7 litre
GEN III V8
(RHD Sports
Exhaust)
5.7 litre
GEN III V8
(LHD High
Output)
Piston
Displacement
Nominal - cm3
3791 3791 5667 5667 5667 5667
Compression
Ratio 9.4:1 8.5:1 10.1:1 10.1:1 10.1:1 10.1:1
Number of
Cylinders 6 6 8 8 8 8
Bore x Stroke -
mm 96.5 X 86.3 96.5 X 86.3 99 X 92 99 X 92 99 X 92 99 X 92
Taxable H.P.
RAC OR SAE 34.7 34.7 48.6 48.6 48.6 48.6
Power kW
ECE @ rpm 152 kW @
5200 171 kW @
5200 PULP* 235 kW @
5200 220 kW @
5200 245 kW @
5600 245 kW @
5600
Torque Nm
ECE @ rpm 305 Nm @
3600 375Nm @
3200 PULP*
460 Nm @
4000 446 Nm @
4000 465 Nm @
4000 470 Nm @
4000
*PULP - Premium Unleaded Petrol
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7 Exterior Dimensions
Sedan
Level 1
Body Dimensions
Except S & SS S & SS Level 2 Level 3
Vehicle Length 4891 4903 4964 4964
Vehicle width (Excluding Moulding) 1824 1824 1824 1824
Vehicle Height 1425 1425 1425 1425
Wheelbase 2788 2788 2788 2788
Overhang – front 933 943 972 972
Overhang – rear 1169 1171 1203 1203
Track – front 1569 1569 1569 1569
Track – rear 1587 1587 1587 1587
Wagon
Body
Dimensions Level 1 Level 2 Utility Coupe
Vehicle Length 5046 5084 5049 4802
Vehicle Width (Excluding Moulding) 1824 1824 1845 1824
Vehicle Height 1521 1521 1484 1400
Wheelbase 2938 2938 2939 2788
Overhang – front 933 972 933 943
Overhang – rear 1174 1174 1178 1071
Track – front 1569 1569 1569 1569
Track – rear 1587 1587 1587 1587
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8 Vehicle Weights
Sedan Wagon
Vehicle Weights Level1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 1 Level 2
Kerb Mass – V6 1556 1590 1629 1623 1664
Kerb Mass – V8 1641 1647 1687 1706 1721
Rear Axle Load – V6 1167 1167 1167 1274 1274
Rear Axle Load – V8 1167 1167 1167 1274 1274
Payload
(5 Passengers + Cargo) 408 408 408 480 480
Utility Coupe
(Domestic) Coupe
(Gulf States)
Vehicle Weights Level 1
(Automatic) Level 1
(Manual) Level 3
(Automatic) Level 1
(Manual) Level 1
(Automatic)
Kerb Mass – V6 1523 1500 — 1549 1572
Kerb Mass – V8 1624 1618 1664 — 1640
Rear Axle Load – V6 1350 1350 — 1004 —
Rear Axle Load – V8 1350 1350 1016 — 1016
Payload
(4 Passengers + Cargo) — — 326 326 326
Payload
(2 Passengers + Cargo) 790 790 — — —
NOTE
Figures are estimates only for base models and
are measured in kilograms (kg).
NOTE
Payload figures include luggage, goods,
passengers, roof rack load and a full tank of fuel.
When towing, the weight on the tow bar ball must
also be included.
NOTE
Maximum rear axle load is the maximum for all
conditions.
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9 Fuel Consumption Label
ADR 81/00 requires that from 1 January 2001, a label
similar to that shown in Figure 0A – 2, is attached to the
windscreen of any new domestic vehicle which is displayed
for sale.
The fuel consumption labe l figures (1) quoted are the
results of tests carried out in accordance with the City
Cycle test procedure of AS2877 – 1986, an Australian
standard for fuel consumption testing. Each vehicle is
tested under identical conditions. T he tests therefore
enable a comparison to be made between vehicles.
The label should be removed from the windscreen
immediately prior to the vehicle being delivered to the
owner.
The number on the lo wer portion of the label (2) should
match the Vehicle Identification Numb er.
Figure 0A – 2
ADR 81/01 requires that from 1 January 2003, for New
models and 1 January 2004, for all models a label similar
to that shown in Figure 0A-3 is attached to the windscreen
of any new domestic vehicle which is displayed for sale.
The new label incorporates (1) the fuel consumption and
(2) Carbon Dioxide emissio ns that were obtained from tests
carried out in accordance with ECE R101/00
The label should be removed from the windscreen
immediately prior to the vehicle being delivered to the
owner.
Figure 0A – 3
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10 Information Labels, Plates and
Serial Numbers – Australian
Domestic
The complete vehicle and various components of the vehicle are identified by number plates or numbers stamped into
the body. It is essential that when compiling warranty claims or product and field reports, that the Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) is quoted in conjunction with the identification number of the component affected.
10.1 Locations – Body
Figure 0A – 4
Legend
1 Body and Option Identification plate – Left-hand
side of the Front Panel Upper
2 Safety Compliance plate – Dash Panel Assembly
3 Vehicle Identification Number plate – Under the
Windscreen
4 Carpet flap
5 Vehicle Identification Number – Under front seat
carpet flap
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10.2 Safety Compliance Plate
The safety compliance plate is located on th e dash panel
assembly within the engine compartment.
Figure 0A – 5
The safety compliance plate is stamped with the following
information:
Compliance plate approval number.
Vehicle category code.
Name appearing on compliance plate approval.
Make / Model.
Gross vehicle mass. This is the maximum loade d mass at
which the vehicle complies with the approved design rules.
Not required for passenger vehicles. (Required for utility.)
Seating capacity.
Number of adult positions for which seat belts are provi ded.
Date of manufacture.
The day, month and year that the vehicle is manufactured.
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
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10.3 Body and Option Identification Plate
The Body and Option Identification Plate (1) is located on
the front panel assembly and is stamped with the following
information.
Model
Combination of letters and numbers identifying the body
style, the mechanical pack an d smart pack options.
A listing of production and smart pack option numbers ca n
be found by referring to the latest spare parts information
for the applicable model.
Body
Production build number; run in continuous sequence
regardless of model, body type and series.
Trim
Trim combination.
Paint
Exterior paint material and colour ide ntification.
Built
The date of manufacture by calendar month and year in
which the body shell and power train are conjoined and the
vehicle is driven or moved from the producti on line.
Susp
Suspension option code identif ication.
FE1 identifies vehicles with standard suspension.
FE2 identifies vehicles with sport suspension.
FR1 identifies vehicles with country pack suspension.
Engine, Transmission and Axle.
Identification option codes for specific engine, transmission
and rear axle (final drive).
A/C
C60 identifies vehicles fitted with air conditioning.
C61 Identifies vehicles fitted with single zone automatic
climate control air conditioning.
CJ2 identifies vehicles fitted with dual zone automatic
climate control air conditioning.
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10.4 Vehicle Identification Number
The Vehicle Identification Numbering (VIN) system is based on the uniform Car Model Designation System. This
identifies the vehicle in one coded series of characters.
The Vehicle Identification Number is positioned in the following locations.
1. VIN plate under the windscreen – viewed through the windscreen aperture.
2. Body and option identification plate – left-hand side of the front panel upper.
3. Safety compliance plate – das h panel.
4. Stamping in the front floor panel under the front right-hand seat.
VIN Plate
The VIN Plate (1) is located under the windscreen and is
viewed through the windscreen apertur e.
Figure 0A – 9
Figure 0A-9 shows the VIN plate (1) that is located under
the windscreen aperture and is attached to the dash panel
assembly with unique rosette hea ded rivets.
Figure 0A – 10
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VIN Body Stamping
The VIN is stamped into the front floor panel under the
right-hand front seat. The VIN (1) is visible by lifting the
carpet flap.
NOTE
If the front floor panel assembly is to be
replaced, the VIN will be lost. Contact your lo cal
Road Traffic Authority prior to replacing the
panel to obtain the correct procedure for
renumbering the vehic le.
NOTE
A replacement body shell assembly is stamped
during manufacture with a unique VIN that
identifies it as a replacement part.
NOTE
If an error is made to the VIN stamping during
manufacture, it is lined out so that it remains
legible and the correct number is stamped
underneath.
Figure 0A – 11
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10.5 Vehicle Identification Numbering System
WMI CODE: 6 – Oceania
G – Australia
1 – Holden
CARLINE: Y – VY series
2 – V2
LUXURY LEVEL: K – Level 1
L – Level 2
X – Level 3
BODY STYLE: 1 – 2 door coupe (37)
4 – 2 door utility (80)
5 – 4 door sedan (69)
8 – 5 door station wagon (35)
RESTRAINT CODE: 1 – Active (manual) seat belts
2 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver & passenger inflatable restraint
system – frontal
3 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver inflatable restraint system – frontal
4 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver & passenger inflatable restraint
system – frontal and side
ENGINE TYPE: A – 3.8 litre V6 engine (domestic variant)
R – 3.8 litre V6 engine supercharged
F – 5.7 litre GEN III V8 engine
VIN CHECK DIGIT: Calculated che ck digit
MODEL YEAR: 4 – 2004
PLANT: L – Adelaide (Elizabeth) South Australia
PRODUCTION SEQUENCE NUMBER:
123456 – Sequential Production Serial Number
NOTE
The production sequence number is sequentially allocated to each vehicle, regardless of vehicle type.
Figure 0A – 12
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11 Information Labels, Plates and
Serial Numbers – Brazil
The complete vehicle and various components of the vehicle are identified by number plates or numbers stamped into
the body. It is essential that when compiling warranty claims or product and field reports, that the Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) is quoted in conjunction with the identification number of the component affected.
11.1 Locations – Body
Figure 0A – 13
Legend
1 Vehicle Indicator Section l abel – Right-hand A-pillar
2 Body and Option Identification plate – Left-hand
side of the Front Panel Upper
3 Manufacturer label
4 Vehicle Indicator Section label – Left-hand strut
tower
5 Vehicle Identification Number plate – Under the
windscreen
6 Paint label – Left-hand B-pillar
7 Carpet flap
8 Vehicle Identification Number – Under the front seat
Carpet flap
9 VIS label – Under the front seat
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11.2 Body and Option Identification Plate
The Body and Option Identification Plate (1) is located on
the front panel assembly and is stamped with the
following information.
Model
Combination of letters and numbers identifying the body
style, the mechanical pack an d smart pack options.
A listing of production and smart pack option numbers
can be found by referring to the latest spare parts
information for the applicable model.
Body
Production build number; run in continuous sequence
regardless of model, body type and series.
Trim
Trim combination.
Paint
Exterior paint material and colour ide ntification.
Built
The date of manufacture by calendar month and year in
which the body shell and power train are conjoined and
the vehicle is driven or moved from the produ ction line.
Susp.
Suspension option code identif ication.
FR1 identifies vehicles with country pack suspension
(standard suspension for Brazil).
Engine, Transmission and Axle
Identification option codes for specific engine,
transmission and rear axle (final drive).
A/C
C60 identifies vehicles fitted with air conditioning.
C61 Identifies vehicles fitted with automatic climate
control air conditioning.
Figure 0A – 14
Figure 0A – 15
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11.3 Manufacturer Label
The manufacturer label (1) is located on the l eft-hand
front suspension tower and contains information about
the vehicle manufacturer.
Figure 0A – 16
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11.4 Paint Label
The paint label is located on the left-hand B-pillar and
contains the paint colour (1), paint code (2) and rep air
paint (3) for the vehicle.
The paint code enables the or iginal paint colour to be
matched with refinish paint.
NOTE
The paint on the vehicle may not exactly
match the original colour due to fade, in which
case paint colour matching will be required.
As this is an acquired skill, it is a task that
must be performed by qualified individuals.
Figure 0A – 17
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11.5 VIS Label
Vehicle Indicator Section (VIS) labels are located under
the right front seat, on the front left strut tower and on the
right-hand A-pillar.
The VIS label contains the last nine ch aracters of the
VIN (1).
Figure 0A – 18
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11.6 Vehicle Identification Number
The Vehicle Identification Numbering (VIN) system is based on the uniform Car Model Designation System. This
identifies the vehicle in one coded series of characters.
The VIN is positioned in the following locations.
1. VIN plate under the windscreen – viewed through the windscreen aperture.
2. Body and option identification plate – left-hand side of the front panel upper.
3. Stamping in the front floor panel under the front right-hand seat.
VIN Plate
The VIN Plate (1) is located under the windscreen and is
viewed through the windscreen apertur e.
Figure 0A – 19
Figure 0A-19 shows the VIN plate (1) that is located
under the windscreen apertur e and is attached to the
dash panel assembly with unique rosette headed rivets.
Figure 0A – 20
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VIN Body Stamping
The VIN is stamped into the front floor panel under the
right-hand front seat. The VIN (1) is visible by lifting the
carpet flap.
NOTE
If the front floor panel assembly is to be
replaced, the VIN will be lost. Contact your
local Road Traffic Authority prior to replacing
the panel to obtain the correct procedure for
renumbering the vehic le.
NOTE
A replacement body shell assembly is
stamped during manufacture with a unique
VIN that identifies it as a replacement part.
NOTE
If an error is made to the VIN stamping durin g
manufacture, it is lined out so that it remains
legible and the correct number is stamped
underneath.
Figure 0A – 21
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11.7 Vehicle Identification Numbering System
WMI CODE: 6 – Oceania
G – Australia
1 – Chevrolet
CARLINE: Y – VY series
LUXURY LEVEL: X – Level 3
BODY STYLE: 5 – 4 door sedan (69)
RESTRAINT CODE: 1 – Active (manual) seat belts
2 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver & passenger inflatable restraint
system – frontal
3 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver inflatable restraint system – frontal
4 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver & passenger inflatable restraint
system – frontal and side
ENGINE TYPE: C – 3.8 litre V6 engine (Brazil variant)
VIN CHECK DIGIT: Calculated check digit
MODEL YEAR: 4 – 2004
PLANT: L – Adelaide (Elizabeth) South Australia
PRODUCTION SEQUENCE NUMBER:
123456 – Sequentia l Production Serial Number
NOTE
The production sequence number is sequentially allocated to each vehicle, regardless of vehicle type.
Figure 0A – 22
General Information Page 0A–32
Page 0A–32
12 Information Labels, Plates and
Serial Numbers – Gulf States
The complete vehicle and various components of the vehicle are identified by number plates or numbers stamped into
the body. It is essential that when compiling warranty claims or product and field reports, that the Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) is quoted in conjunction with the identification number of the component affected.
12.1 Locations – Body
Figure 0A – 23
Legend
1 Body And Option Identification Plate – Left-Hand
Side of the Front Panel Upper
2 Vehicle Identification Number Plate – Under
Windscreen
3 Safety Compliance Label – Left-Hand B-pillar
4 Carpet Flap
5 Vehicle Identification Number – Under Front Seat
General Information Page 0A–33
Page 0A–33
12.2 Safety Compliance Label
The safety compliance label (1) is attached to the
left–hand B-pillar.
Figure 0A – 24
The safety compliance label contai ns the following
information:
Vehicle conformity statement
Date of Manufacture (1)
Vehicle Identification Number (2)
Category of vehicle: passenger car
Manufactured by: General Motors Corporation
Figure 0A – 25
General Information Page 0A–34
Page 0A–34
12.3 Body and Option Identification Plate
The Body and Option Identification Plate (1) is located on
the front panel assembly and is stamped with the
following information.
Model
Combination of letters and numbers identifying the body
style, the mechanical pack an d smart pack options.
A listing of production and smart pack option numbers
can be found by referring to the latest spare parts
information for the applicable model.
Body
Production build number; run in continuous sequence
regardless of model, body type and series.
Trim
Trim combination.
Paint
Exterior paint material and colour ide ntification.
Built
The date of manufacture by calendar month and year in
which the body shell and power train are conjoined and
the vehicle is driven or moved from the produ ction line.
Susp.
Suspension option code identif ication.
FE1 identifies vehicles with standard suspension.
FE2 identifies vehicles with sport suspension.
Engine, Transmission and Axle
Identification option codes for specific engine,
transmission and rear axle (final drive).
A/C
C60 identifies vehicles fitted with air conditioning.
C61 Identifies vehicles fitted with automatic climate
control air conditioning.
Figure 0A – 26
Figure 0A – 27
General Information Page 0A–35
Page 0A–35
12.4 Vehicle Identification Number
The Vehicle Identification Numbering (VIN) system is based on the uniform Car Model Designation System. This
identifies the vehicle in one coded series of characters.
The Vehicle Identification Number is positioned in the following locations.
1. VIN plate under the windscreen – viewed through the windscreen aperture.
2. Body and option identification plate – left-hand side of the front panel upper.
3. Stamping in the front floor panel under the front right-hand seat.
VIN Plate
The VIN Plate (1) is located under the windscreen and is
viewed through the windscreen apertur e.
Figure 0A – 28
Figure 0A-28 shows the VIN plate (1) that is located
under the windscreen apertur e and is attached to the
dash panel assembly with unique rosette headed rivets.
Figure 0A – 29
General Information Page 0A–36
Page 0A–36
VIN Body Stamping
The VIN is stamped into the front floor panel under the
right-hand front seat. The VIN (1) is visible by lifting the
carpet flap.
NOTE
If the front floor panel assembly is to be
replaced, the VIN will be lost. Contact your
local Road Traffic Authority prior to replacing
the panel to obtain the correct procedure for
renumbering the vehic le.
NOTE
A replacement body shell assembly is
stamped during manufacture with a unique
VIN that identifies it as a replacement part.
NOTE
If an error is made to the VIN stamping during
manufacture, it is lined out so that it remains
legible and the correct number is stamped
underneath.
Figure 0A – 30
General Information Page 0A–37
Page 0A–37
12.5 Vehicle Identification Numbering System
WMI CODE: 6 – Oceania
G – Australia
1 – Chevrolet
CARLINE: Y – VY series
LUXURY LEVEL: K – Level 1
L – Level 2
BODY STYLE: 1 – 2 door coupe (37)
5 – 4 door sedan (69)
8 – 5 door station wagon (35)
RESTRAINT CODE: 1 – Active (manual) seat belts
2 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver & passenger inflatable restraint
system – frontal
3 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver inflatable restraint system – frontal
4 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver & passenger inflatable restraint
system – frontal and side
ENGINE TYPE: B – 3.8 litre V6 engine (Gulf States variant)
F – 5.7 litre GEN III V8 engine
VIN CHECK DIGIT: Calculated check digit
MODEL YEAR: 4 – 2004
PLANT: L – Adelaide (Elizabeth) South Australia
PRODUCTION SEQUENCE NUMBER:
123456 – Sequentia l Production Serial Number
NOTE
The production sequence number is sequentially allocated to each vehicle, regardless of vehicle type.
Figure 0A – 31
General Information Page 0A–38
Page 0A–38
13 Information Labels, Plates and
Serial Numbers – South Africa
The complete vehicle and various components of the vehicle are identified by number plates or numbers stamped into
the body. It is essential that when compiling warranty claims or product and field reports, that the Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) is quoted in conjunction with the identification number of the component affected.
13.1 Locations – Body
Figure 0A – 32
Legend
1 Body and Option Identification plate – Left-hand
side of the Front Panel Upper
2 Vehicle Identification and D ata Plate – Dash Panel
Assembly
3 Vehicle Identification Number Plate – Under
Windscreen
4 Carpet Flap
5 Vehicle Identification Number – Under Front Seat
General Information Page 0A–39
Page 0A–39
13.2 Vehicle Identification and Data Plate
The vehicle identification an d data plate (1) for sedan
vehicles is located on the dash panel assembly within the
engine compartment.
The safety compliance plate is stamped with the following
information:
• Vehicle Manufacturer
• Vehicle Identification Number
• Gross Vehicle Mass
• Gross Combination Mass
• Maximum allowable Front Axle Load (GA1)
• Maximum allowable Rear Axle Loa d (GA2).
Figure 0A – 33
The vehicle identification an d data plate (1) for
commercial vehicles is located on the dash panel
assembly within the engine compartment.
The safety compliance plate is stamped with the following
information:
• Vehicle Identification Number
• Paint Colour Code
• Trim Colour Code
• Gross Combination Mass (GCM / BKM)
• Engine Power (P/D)
• Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM / BVM)
This is the maximum loaded mass at which the
vehicle complies with the approved design rules.
Not required for passenger vehicles. (Required for
utility.)
• Legal Drawing Mass (D/T )
• Tare (T)
This is the vehicle mass ready to drive, with no
driver and no fuel but all other fluids.
• Legal maximum mass (V)
• Maximum allowable Front Axle Load (GA / BA 1)
• Maximum allowable Rear Axle Loa d (GA / BA 2)
• Legal Front Axle Rating (A1)
• Legal Rear Axle Rating (A2)
Figure 0A – 34
General Information Page 0A–40
Page 0A–40
13.3 Body and Option Identification Plate
The Body and Option Identification Plate (1) is located on
the front panel assembly and is stamped with the
following information.
Model
Combination of letters and numbers identifying the body
style, the mechanical pack an d smart pack options.
A listing of production and smart pack option numbers
can be found by referring to the latest spare parts
information for the applicable model.
Body
Production build number; run in continuous sequence
regardless of model, body type and series.
Trim
Trim combination.
Paint
Exterior paint material and colour ide ntification.
Built
The date of manufacture by calendar month and year in
which the body shell and power train are conjoined and
the vehicle is driven or moved from the produ ction line.
Susp.
Suspension option code identif ication.
FE1 identifies vehicles with standard suspension.
FE2 identifies vehicles with sport suspension.
Engine, Transmission and Axle
Identification option codes for specific engine,
transmission and rear axle (final drive).
A/C
C60 identifies vehicles fitted with air conditioning.
C61 Identifies vehicles fitted with automatic climate
control air conditioning.
Figure 0A – 35
Figure 0A – 36
General Information Page 0A–41
Page 0A–41
13.4 Vehicle Identification Number
The Vehicle Identification Numbering (VIN) system is based on the uniform Car Model Designation System. This
identifies the vehicle in one coded series of characters.
The Vehicle Identification Number is positioned in the following locations.
1. VIN plate under the windscreen – viewed through the windscreen aperture.
2. Body and option identification plate – left-hand side of the front panel upper.
3. Safety compliance plate – das h panel.
4. Stamping in the front floor panel under the front right-hand seat.
VIN Plate
The VIN Plate (1) is located under the windscreen and is
viewed through the windscreen apertur e.
Figure 0A – 37
Figure 0A-36 shows the VIN plate (1) that is located
under the windscreen apertur e and is attached to the
dash panel assembly with unique rosette headed rivets.
Figure 0A – 38
General Information Page 0A–42
Page 0A–42
VIN Body Stamping
The VIN is stamped into the front floor panel under the
right-hand front seat. The VIN (1) is visible by lifting the
carpet flap.
NOTE
If the front floor panel assembly is to be
replaced, the VIN will be lost. Contact your
local Road Traffic Authority prior to replacing
the panel to obtain the correct procedure for
renumbering the vehic le.
NOTE
A replacement body shell assembly is
stamped during manufacture with a unique
VIN that identifies it as a replacement part.
NOTE
If an error is made to the VIN stamping durin g
manufacture, it is lined out so that it remains
legible and the correct number is stamped
underneath.
Figure 0A – 39
General Information Page 0A–43
Page 0A–43
13.5 Vehicle Identification Numbering System
WMI CODE: 6 – Oceania
G – Australia
1 – Chevrolet
CARLINE: Y – VY series
LUXURY LEVEL: K – Level 1
L – Level 2
BODY STYLE: 5 – 4 door sedan (69)
8 – 5 door wagon (35)
4 – 2 door utility (80)
RESTRAINT CODE: 1 – Active (manual) seat belts
2 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver & passenger inflatable restraint
system – frontal
3 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver inflatable restraint system – frontal
4 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver & passenger inflatable restraint
system – frontal and side
ENGINE TYPE: A – 3.8 litre V6 engine (domestic variant)
F – 5.7 litre GEN III V8 engine
VIN CHECK DIGIT: Calculated che ck digit
MODEL YEAR: 4 – 2004
PLANT: L – Adelaide (Elizabeth) South Australia
PRODUCTION SEQUENCE NUMBER:
123456 – Sequentia l Production Serial Number
NOTE
The production sequence number is sequentially allocated to each vehicle, regardless of vehicle type.
Figure 0A – 40
General Information Page 0A–44
Page 0A–44
14 Information Labels, Plates and
Serial Numbers – South East
Asia
The complete vehicle and various components of the vehicle are identified by number plates or numbers stamped into
the body. It is essential that when compiling warranty claims or product and field reports, that the Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) is quoted in conjunction with the identification number of the component affected.
14.1 Locations – Body
Figure 0A – 41
Legend
1 Body and Option Identification Plate – L eft-hand
side of the Front Panel Upper
2 Safety Compliance plate – Dash Panel Assembly
3 Vehicle Identification Number plate – Under
windscreen
4 Carpet Flap
5 Vehicle Identification Number – Under front seat
General Information Page 0A–45
Page 0A–45
14.2 Safety Compliance Plate
The safety compliance plate is located on th e dash panel
assembly within the engine compartment.
The safety compliance plate is stamped with the following
information:
• Vehicle Manufacturer
• Vehicle Identification Number
• Gross Vehicle Mass
This is the maximum loaded mass at which the
vehicle complies with the approved design rules.
Not required for passenger vehicles. (Required for
utility.)
• Gross Combination Mass
• Maximum allowable Front Axle Load (GA1)
• Maximum allowable Rear Axle Loa d (GA2).
Figure 0A – 42
General Information Page 0A–46
Page 0A–46
14.3 Body and Option Identification Plate
The Body and Option Identification Plate (1) is located on
the front panel assembly and is stamped with the
following information.
Model
Combination of letters and numbers identifying the body
style, the mechanical pack an d smart pack options.
A listing of production and smart pack option numbers
can be found by referring to the latest spare parts
information for the applicable model.
Body
Production build number; run in continuous sequence
regardless of model, body type and series.
Trim
Trim combination.
Paint
Exterior paint material and colour ide ntification.
Built
The date of manufacture by calendar month and year in
which the body shell and power train are conjoined and
the vehicle is driven or moved from the produ ction line.
Susp.
Suspension option code identif ication.
FE1 identifies vehicles with standard suspension.
FE2 identifies vehicles with sport suspension.
Engine, Transmission and Axle
Identification option codes for specific engine,
transmission and rear axle (final drive).
A/C
C60 identifies vehicles fitted with air conditioning.
C61 Identifies vehicles fitted with automatic climate
control air conditioning.
Figure 0A – 43
Figure 0A – 44
General Information Page 0A–47
Page 0A–47
14.4 Vehicle Identification Number
The Vehicle Identification Numbering (VIN) system is based on the uniform Car Model Designation System. This
identifies the vehicle in one coded series of characters.
The Vehicle Identification Number is positioned in the following locations.
1. VIN plate under the windscreen – viewed through the windscreen aperture.
2. Body and option identification plate – left-hand side of the front panel upper.
3. Safety compliance plate – das h panel.
4. Stamping in the front floor panel under the front right-hand seat.
VIN Plate
The VIN Plate (1) is located under the windscreen and is
viewed through the windscreen apertur e.
Figure 0A – 45
Figure 0A-44 shows the VIN plate (1) that is located
under the windscreen apertur e and is attached to the
dash panel assembly with unique rosette headed rivets.
Figure 0A – 46
General Information Page 0A–48
Page 0A–48
VIN Body Stamping
The VIN is stamped into the front floor panel under the
right-hand front seat. The VIN (1) is visible by lifting the
carpet flap.
NOTE
If the front floor panel assembly is to be
replaced, the VIN will be lost. Contact your
local Road Traffic Authority prior to replacing
the panel to obtain the correct procedure for
renumbering the vehic le.
NOTE
A replacement body shell assembly is
stamped during manufacture with a unique
VIN that identifies it as a replacement part.
NOTE
If an error is made to the VIN stamping durin g
manufacture, it is lined out so that it remains
legible and the correct number is stamped
underneath.
Figure 0A – 47
General Information Page 0A–49
Page 0A–49
14.5 Vehicle Identification Numbering System
WMI CODE: 6 – Oceania
G – Australia
1 – Chevrolet
CARLINE: Y – VY series
LUXURY LEVEL: K – Level 1
L – Level 2
BODY STYLE: 5 – 4 door sedan (69)
RESTRAINT CODE: 1 – Active (manual) seat belts
2 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver & passenger inflatable restraint
system – frontal
3 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver inflatable restraint system – frontal
4 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver & passenger inflatable restraint
system – frontal and side
ENGINE TYPE: A – 3.8 litre V6 engine (domestic variant)
VIN CHECK DIGIT: Calculated che ck digit
MODEL YEAR: 4 – 2004
PLANT: L – Adelaide (Elizabeth) South Australia
PRODUCTION SEQUENCE NUMBER:
123456 – Sequentia l Production Serial Number
NOTE
The production sequence number is sequentially allocated to each vehicle, regardless of vehicle type.
Figure 0A – 48
General Information Page 0A–50
Page 0A–50
15 Consolidated Tool List
The MY 2004 VY and V2 Series consolidated tool list carries over from MY 2003 VY and V2 Series vehicles. For the
consolidated tool list, refer to Section 0A, 16 Consolidated Tool List in the MY 2003 VY and V2 Series Service
Information.