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Engine Code Identification


To identify an engine by the manufacturer's code, follow the four steps designated by the numbered blocks.




VIN PLATE LOCATION:




Top of instrument panel or windshield pillar visible through windshield on driver's side.




(1) MODEL YEAR IDENTIFICATION:




10th character of VIN
1990 - L
1989 - K
1988 - J
1987 - H
1986 - G
1985 - F
1984 - E
1983 - D
1982 - C
1981 - B




(2) ENGINE CODE LOCATION:




Prefix to engine number, stamped on the engine block below the spark or glow plugs.



Engine Identification:





(3) ENGINE CODE:

(4) ENGINE IDENTIFICATION: