Engine Code Explanation

A typical engine code may appear as follows:

• 7 M-G T E 
• 1 2 3 4 5

The following is an explanation of this engine code:

• 7 - Engine Generation Code
• M - Engine Model Code & VIN VDS Code
• C - U.S. specifications. (Engines without "C" may also meet U.S. specifications.)
• E - Fuel Injection
• F - Twin Camshafts
• G - Twin Camshafts
• L - Transverse Engine
• T - Turbocharged

Typical Engine Code Breakdown

• 7 M - G T E 
• 1 2 3 4 5 
• 1  - Indicates Engine Generation Code
• 2  - Indicates Engine Model Code & VIN VDS Code (1 or 2 Digits)
• 3-5  - Indicates Engine Type (1, 2 or 3 Digits)