Option Codes (Equipment Codes)
Option codes are short manufacturer codes that list the factory equipment fitted to a specific car, such as brakes, suspension or audio.
What is Option Codes (Equipment Codes)?
They may be printed on a sticker in the boot, the spare-wheel well or the service book. Dealers and online decoders can read them from the VIN. They help identify the correct part when several variants exist. Some manufacturers print a full list of option codes inside the service book.
How it works
Each code stands for one factory option or technical variant built into that car.
Why it matters for your car
Ask for a VIN decode when buying used, to check the equipment matches the advert. Code systems differ by brand and cannot be compared across manufacturers.
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- Cabin Temperature Sensor
- Car Sharing
- Charge-sustaining Mode (Hybrid Mode)
- Cooling System Bleeding
- Direct Injection
- EVAP System
- Glow Plug Warning Light (Preheat Light)
- Hybrid Battery
- NOx Sensor
- Public Charging
- Scan Tool (Diagnostic Tool)
- Stud Extractor (Screw Extractor)
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- Tyre Repair Kit (Sealant Kit)
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