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Engine VIN Code Identification

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 - 1988:





(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.