Audi 80 Quiz
Specifications

Vehicle Identification Number

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Technical Description — 39Engines — 41Exhaust System — 13Cooling System — 28Fuel tank and fuel pump — 12Air Filter and Intake Ducts — 13Mono-Motronic Injection System — 18Digifant Injection System — 19KE-III-Jetronic Injection System — 35MPI and MPFI Injection Systems — 32Clutch — 11Transmission and Driveline — 21Suspension and Steering — 33Brake System — 41Anti-lock brake system — 8Wheels and Tires — 13Body Electrical System — 35Ignition System — 24Lighting — 14Signaling Devices — 7Instruments and Auxiliary Equipment — 54Heating and Ventilation — 7Body Components — 18Troubleshooting — 6Specifications — 13
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The Vehicle Identification Number (formerly: chassis number) is important for vehicle registration authorities and insurance companies. It is also required for purchasing parts. To help you understand the letters and numbers, a brief explanation is given below. The character combination denotes:

WAU ZZZ 8C Z P A 151834
1 2 3 2 4 5 6

1 – international manufacturer code: WAU – Audi AG
2 – check digit
3 – two-character type code: 8C = Audi 80
4 – model year (usually from 1 August to 31 July of the following year): N = 1992, P = 1993, etc.

5 – production plant within VW Group: A = Ingolstadt
6 – sequential number; each model year starts at 000 001

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