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Old 08-15-2011, 05:59 PM
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Default VIN Confusion

Guys,
I'm confused about my VIN.
Here's the first 11 digits: JN8DR09Y51W

According to our vin decoder, I have a body type classified as 9, and a 'Y' for under miscellaneous category. There nothing on type 9 body? What is the Y represent?

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Old 08-15-2011, 06:34 PM
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I checked the service manual for the 2001 pathfinder and "9" is not and option. The only options is "7" and "8". It's probably and "8" that looks like "9".

"Y" represents: 4 Wheel Drive (4WD) - 4-Wheel ABS

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Old 08-16-2011, 10:27 AM
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Default It's a 9!

Nissan Tech, Thank you for your speedy response!

But it's a 9 I tell ya ;)





Well, the body type is what it is... an SUV, but I'm just surprised it's not in Nissan's options in the GI section of the manual.
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Old 08-16-2011, 10:37 AM
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It's a 9 alright, may be your pathfinder is from another country.
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Old 08-16-2011, 03:57 PM
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According to the VIN, it's supposed to be made in Japan, Maybe parallel imported from another country.

Dang! I actually bought it brand new from a supposedly reputable Nissan dealer. ;)
Oh well, it's what it is. I still love my pathfinder!!! ;)
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