![]() ![]() Then, on top of everything else some part numbers were created after the fact by those aftermarket companies for aftermarket products. West Coast Metric, for example, completely omits the 4th, 5th, and 6th digits from their part numbers (we assume to avoid being redundant, since most of their parts would be in the Main Group Part Category “8” for Body Parts). That is because many aftermarket parts suppliers and manufacturers BASED their part numbering systems on the official VW part numbering system, but their system has diverged and does not always follow the VW numbering system EXACTLY. To further complicate matters, you will sometimes encounter part numbers that SEEM to be VW part numbers but that stray from the formula above. The 311 designation is used because the 1300/1500/1600 engine was FIRST used in the Type 3 model VWs, even though it ended up being most recognized as a part that could be used in Beetles. This particular part is a rear transmission mount for 1973 1/2 and newer Beetles and Super Beetles.Īnother example: 111-109-301 A is a 36HP cam follower (lifter and pushrod were one piece in 36 HP engines), while 113-109-301D is the pushrod for a 40hp engine, and 311-109-301A is the pushrod for 1966-1979 Beetle engines. The “263” is the component number, and the “C” (in this case) means it’s a 4th generation improvement of this part (“A” would have been the first improvement). The “301” designates this as a transmission part. Part number 113-301-263C was first used in a Type 1 (in this case, Beetle Sedan and Convertible). Let’s look at a few examples to clarify your new understanding of the VW numbering system. All these parts fit the designated application, but the suffix tells you what “generation” the part is. further improvements result in a “B”, “C”, etc. For example, a certain part # may be superceded by a newer (better) version of that part, so it ends in a suffix “A” for the improved part. parts that come in different colors or sizes). Even is RIGHT side, odd is LEFT side.ĩ digit VW Part numbers are sometimes followed by letter combinations (a Modification Code) that indicate options or modifications for that part (i.e. Digit #9 can also be an indication of what SIDE the part is for, if the part is side specific. The 5th and 6th digits indicate the Part SubGroup (an itemized listing of Part SubGroups is not available at this time).ĭigits 7, 8, & 9 combined are an arbitrarily assigned Component Number. The Main Group Part Categories are as follows: The 4th digit in the nine digit series corresponds to a Main Group Part Category. (*Parts originally manufactured for one vehicle were often subsequently used as standard equipment, or replacement parts, on another Model and/or Type vehicle.)ġ5 = Beetle or Super Cabriolet/Convertible ![]() The first 2, and sometimes 3, digits relate to the VW Type and Model and/or Version of vehicle that the part was originally* manufactured for. Most of the time, VW part numbers contain hyphens to separate 3 digit number groups. VW part numbers are composed of nine (9) digits. There were some exceptions to this part numbering format, but the generalizations below can be relied upon in most instances: The following diagram shows the “Anatomy of a VW Part Number”: Even if the results of your search don’t include the part you are seeking, there is still a good chance we have it, or are able to get it, so please ask! If you know the VW, OEM, or manufacturer’s part number, entering it as a keyword in the search box on is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find it in our online VW parts catalog. VW part numbers are often stamped or imprinted into the metal, plastic, or rubber of the product itself, so don’t toss your old or worn VW part until you’ve had a look for it’s VW part number. With a little background information, you too will be able to dissect a VW part number and have a good idea what vehicle the part is for and what the part’s application is. Well it might surprise you to learn that VW actually had a “plan” when they created their part numbering system. Do VW part numbers like this “133-201-075 AD” look like Greek to you?
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