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Volkswagen Vehicle PR Numbers
I-CAR · March 9, 2021 · Volkswagen
Summary
This document explains how to locate and interpret Volkswagen PR-Numbers (Production Codes) using the official OEM service information website. These codes serve as a digital build sheet, identifying the specific features, ADAS equipment, brakes, suspension, and trim installed on a specific VIN.
What to do on the job
Log into the Volkswagen service site, enter the VIN under the Vehicle Identification Number tab, and navigate to the Vehicle Data tab to retrieve the exact PR-Numbers for blueprinting and parts ordering.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the time spent researching and decoding VIN-specific PR-Numbers on the VW service site. This is critical for proving which ADAS systems, suspension components, or braking systems are present on the vehicle, ensuring accurate parts ordering and calibration line items on the estimate.
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