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Manuals through 2025 now available!

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Transmission and Drivetrain: Application and ID











Vehicle Certification (VC) Label - Canada (Typical)







Vehicle Certification (VC) Label - Mexico (Typical)







Vehicle Certification (VC) Label - Incomplete Vehicle (Typical)

The vehicle certification (VC) label contains the manufacturer name, the month and year of manufacture, the certification statement, and the VIN. It also includes gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR).

Axle Codes
The following lists the gear ratios on axles.
^ 15 - 3.56, non-limited slip.
^ 16 - 3.98, non-limited slip.

Transmission Codes
^ L - Four-speed automatic overdrive (AX4S).