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 - 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.