Emission Control Systems: Application and ID
Model Year and Engine Identification:
To identify any engine by the manufacturer's code, follow the four steps designated by the numbered blocks.
(1) MODEL YEAR IDENTIFICATION: Refer to illustration of Vehicle Identification Number (V.I.N.). This year is indicated by a code letter.
(2) ENGINE CODE LOCATION: Refer to V.I.N. plate illustration. The engine code is indicated as a letter or number.
Engine Identification - 1982:
(3) ENGINE CODE: In the "CODE" column, find the engine code determined in Step 2.
(4) ENGINE IDENTIFICATION: On the line where the engine code appears, read to the right to identify the engine.