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Vehicle Certification (VC) Label

VEHICLE CERTIFICATION (VC) LABEL

Base Engine Calibration Information

Engine Calibration Location


Calibration Location On VC Label:






Base engine calibration information, also referred to as the powertrain calibration, is located in the lower right corner of the VC label. Engine calibration information is limited to a maximum of 5 characters per line (2 lines maximum). Calibration information more than 5 characters long wraps to the second line of this field. Only the base calibration appears on this label. The revision level is no longer printed on the label; however, it can be found in On-line Automotive Service Information System (OASIS). For more information on VC label or engine calibration, refer to Vehicle/Application and ID, identification Codes.

VC Label Decal Location
The VC label is on the LH door or the door post pillar.

Engine Calibration Code


2008 Model Year Example: