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Engine Identification (LEA)

Fig 1: Engine Identification (LAF)
GM2201834Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Identification can be made through the use of the Broadcast Code label on the engine (1) and the use of the partial VIN etched in one of two places - the primary location is on the starter motor flange (2). The secondary location is the oil filter bowl.

Fig 2: View Of Broadcast Code Label
GM825124Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

The partial VIN identifies the specific vehicle by sequence number.