Engine Identification

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Identification can be made through the use of the Broadcast Code label on the engine front cover (1) and the use of the partial VIN etched on the oil filter bowl (2).

Fig 1: Locating Broadcast Code Label & VIN

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Barcode (1)
Sequence Number (2)
Day (3)
Month (4)
Year (5)
Engine Assembly Plant (6)
Broadcast Code (7)
Part Designation (8)
Engine Assembly Number (9)
Broadcast Code (10)

Fig 2: View Of Broadcast Code Label

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The partial VIN identifies the specific vehicle by sequence number.