Lincoln Nautilus: Vehicle Identification
Locating the Vehicle Identification Number
The vehicle identification number is located
on the left-hand side of the instrument panel.

In the graphic, XXXX is representative of
your vehicle identification number.
Vehicle Identification Number Overview
The vehicle identification number contains
the following information:

- World manufacturer identifier.
- Brake system, gross vehicle weight
rating, restraint devices and their
locations.
- Make, vehicle line, series, body
type.
- Engine or motor type.
- Check digit.
- Model year.
- Assembly plant.
- Production sequence number.
Use fluid that meets the defined specification
and viscosity grade.
If you do not use fluid that meets the defined
specification and viscosity grade, it could
result in:
Component damage that your vehicle
warranty does not cover...
What Is a Connected Vehicle
A connected vehicle has technology that
allows your vehicle to connect to a mobile
network and for you to access a range of
features...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
This procedure can be used for all locations of the component.
Remove the rear bumper cover.
Refer to: Rear Bumper Cover (501-19)
.
Remove the rear parking aid sensor.
Disconnect the rear parking aid sensor electrical connector...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
If installing a new module, it is necessary to
upload the module configuration information to the diagnostic scan tool
prior to removing the module. This information must be downloaded into
the new module after installation...