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Vehicle Identification Number Code

Engines may be identified by the 8th character of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN is located at the left front corner of instrument panel and is visible through windshield.

VIN ENGINE CODES

Application Code
2.8L (173") MFI (1) S, W or 9
3.0L (181") MFI (1) L
3.8L (231") 2-Bbl. A
3.8L (231") SFI (2) 3
3.8L (231") SFI Turbo (2) 7
4.3L (262") TBI (3) Z
(1) Multi-Port Fuel Injection.
(2) Sequential Port Fuel Injection.
(3) Throttle Body Fuel Injection.