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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 instrument panel. The 6.21, engine is also identified by code letters, located on a label at front and rear of right valve cover and also stamped into block on left front corner.

ENGINE CODES

Engine Code
6.2L (379") V8 (Light Duty Emissions) C
6.2L (379") V8 (Heavy Duty Emissions) J