The number is stamped into the front face of the cylinder block, on the gearbox side (left side), below the top hose water outlet.

The engine number comprises a series of letters and numbers presenting in code the cubic capacity, engine series and the ancillaries fitted. The engine serial number is a unique number. Always qote these prefixes with the engine serial number.

The transmission number comprises a series of letters and numbers presenting in code the number of gearbox speeds, gearbox ratio type, final drive ratio, speedo ratio. The transmission serial no is a suffix to the transmission number shown.

The VIN Plate (see Vehicle Identification Plate page) includes codes to accurately identify body paint colours. These codes and colour names should always be used when ordering replacement parts. The codes and colour names shown are related to those in the vehicle colour charts and the Rover Paint Refinishing Manual.

The VIN Plate (see Vehicle Identification Plate page) includes the Interior Trim Feature Code to accurately identify the colour ways used for the vehicle trim. The Part Suffix Code is appended to the specific seat part number to define the seat type and colour. When ordering replacement parts the interior trim colours should be specified using the codes and colour names given below. Many options are available hower denotes MG Rover recommentded colour combinations. Refer to the EPC for a complete listing of all codes used on MGF/MGTF trim and seats.
The Interior Trim Code governs the colour of seats, door casing inserts, steering wheel (leather only), handbrake and gear lever gaiter. Technical Black finishers are standard, with options of Carbon Fibre and Wood. Trim Environment is a separate option which governs the interior mouldings colour way.

The following information details the policy for replacement of Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) components; either as a result of a vehicle accident or as a result of vehicle age.

Impacts which do not deploy the airbags or seat belt pre-tensioners
Check for structural damage in the area of impact, paying particular attention to bumper armatures, longitudinals, crash cans and bracketry.

Impacts which deploy the airbags or seat belt pre-tensioners
The replacement and inspection policy is dependent on the type and severity of the crash condition. The following guidelines are the minimum that should be exercised as a result of the deployment of specific SRS components.

Front airbag deployment - driver and passenger
If the front airbags are deployed the following parts must be replaced:

• Driver airbag module
• Passenger airbag module (where fitted)
• Flyleads (where applicable) connecting front airbag modules to the SRS Harness
• Front seat buckle pre-tensioners
• Drivers seat belt retractor
• Rotary Coupler
• SRS DCU

In addition the following parts should be inspected for damage and replaced as necessary:

• Front passengers seat belt retractor (webbing, tongue latching and anchorage point)
• Fascia Moulding adjacent to passenger airbag module (where fitted)
• Steering Wheel (if damage is evident)
• Front Seat Frames and Head Restraints (if there is evidence of damage to the seat frame or cushion pan)
• Steering column (if adjustment is lost or there are signs of collapse)

Rear impacts
Rear impacts may cause the seat belt pre-tensioners to deploy. If this occurs, both pre-tensioner units must be replaced. In addition the following parts should be inspected for damage and replaced as necessary:

• Seat Frames
• Seat belts (retractors, webbing, tongue latching and body anchorage points)
• SRS DCU

Periodic replacement of SRS components
The performance of the propellants within airbags and pre-tensioners will deteriorate over a period of time. As a result, it is essential that the airbags and pre-tensioners are periodically replaced to maintain occupant safety. Airbags, seat belt pre-tensioners and the rotary coupler should be replaced at 15 year intervals.

Road Springs and Dampers are dependent on vehicle specification. Road Springs can be identified by a colour code - painted on the coils of the spring. Dampers can be identified by a colour code - painted on the damper body, they are not handed.

Refer to the relevant page in the EPC for the latest applicable part numbers.

When a new vehicle is supplied the key number can be found stamped onto a tag attached to the key ring. The key number should be entered on the vehicle Security Information card by the owner.

The key number can be used to order vehicle specific locks. If the key number is not available then non-specific keys and locks must be ordered, in this case complete vehicle sets will be required to enable one key to fit all the vehicle locks. Alternatively multiple keys will be required for the vehicle. MG Rover use the following suffixes to identify to identify specific and non-specific locks.