Technical data -> Identification label for Your Volkswagen Tiguan 4 Door 2023

Fig. 230 In the windshield: vehicle identification number (VIN)  
The VIN can be read from the outside through the viewing window in the windshield. The viewing window is at the side of the lower section of the windshield.  
In some models, it may be possible to display the VIN in the Service menu or in the vehicle settings, depending on the Infotainment system. The vehicle  
identification number may also be located on the identification label.  
The VIN may also be stamped in the following locations, depending on the model, country and engine:  
In the right water drain channel in the engine/motor compartment  
On the right suspension strut tower in the engine/motor compartment  
In the engine compartment near the hinge for the hood on the right side of the vehicle.  
Under the carpet behind the right front seat  
Identification label  
393  
Fig. 231 Identification label (general example): version 1.  
Depending on the country, the type approval number, such as the EU operating license, may be specified.  
Manufacturer code.  
Type approval.  
Vehicle Identification number.  
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.  
Gross combination weight rating (towing vehicle and trailer).  
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating.  
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating.  
Type approval number, differs according to country.  
Vehicle model  
Manufacturer's address.  
Engine code.  
Fig. 232 Identification label (general example): version 2.  
Depending on the country, the type approval number, such as the EU operating license, may be specified.  
Manufacturer code.  
Type approval.  
Vehicle Identification number.  
394  
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.  
Gross combination weight rating (towing vehicle and trailer).  
Front Gross Axle Weight Rating.  
Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating.  
Depending on the country and model, the model plate may be visible in the lower section of the door pillar when the driver’s for front passenger door is open.  
Vehicles exported to some countries do not have a model plate.  
Safety certificate  
Fig. 233 Safety certificate (general example).  
Fig. 234 Safety certificate (general example).  
A safety certificate on the driver door pillar displays the following information:  
Manufacturer.  
Country of manufacture.  
Date of manufacture.  
Gross vehicle weight rating.  
Gross axle weight ratings.  
Tire size.  
Rim size  
Tire pressure.  
Vehicle Identification number.  
Type designation.  
395