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Engine Identification

Engines can be identified by the eighth character of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) which is stamped on a tag at the top left corner of dashboard. The 2.2L engine VIN number also appears on left front of cylinder block above crankshaft pulley.

The 6.2L engine is also identified by code letters, located on a label at rear of left valve cover and also stamped into block on left front corner.

VIN ENGINE CODES

Application Codes
2.2L (136") 4-Cylinder S
6.2L (379") V8 (Light Duty) C
6.2L (379") V8 (Heavy Duty) J