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Identification Number Locations




Engine number


V8 Engine:






Td5 Engine:






Stamped on the LH side of the cylinder block below the exhaust manifold

Manual gearbox number







Stamped on the RH side of the gearbox casing, adjacent to the oil drain plug.

Automatic gearbox number







Stamped on a plate attached to the LH side of the gearbox casing adjacent to the selector mechanism.

Transfer box number







Stamped on the rear of the transfer box casing above the bottom cover plate.

Front axle number







Stamped on the rear face of the axle tube on the LH side.

Rear axle number







Stamped on the front face of the axle tube on the LH side.

Body number







Stamped on a label attached to the LH inner wing behind the headlamp.