Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.
Manuals through 2025 now available!

Our trusted friends have launched a new website named LEMON, which has newer manuals. It also contains all the CHARM manuals.

LEMON is the spiritual successor to CHARM, I recommend you try it!

Link: lemon-manuals.la or lemon-manuals.org.ua

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Engine Configuration Specifications

VIN ID RPO LD8-Y (RPO L37-9)
Piston Displacement 4.6 Liter (279 cu. inch)
Compression Ratio 10.3:1
Compression Pressure at Cranking Speed
(Throttle Open) 965-1172 kPa (140-170 psi)
Horsepower (RPO LD8) 205 kW @ 5600 RPM (275 hp @ 5600 RPM)
Horsepower (RPO L37) 224 kW @ 6000 RPM (300 hp @ 6000 RPM)
Torque (RPO LD8) 407 Nm @ 4000 RPM (300 lb ft @ 4000 RPM)
Torque (RPO L37) 400 Nm @ 4400 RPM (295 lb ft @ 4400 RPM)