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Engine Identification

Engine identification code is stamped on left side of engine block. Engine codes are also found on model plate, located on right front suspension strut mounting.

1977-78 ENGINE CODES

Application Code
Federal 453, 459
Calif. 459
1979 ENGINE CODES

Application Code
Federal
  Man. Trans. 498 780
  Auto. Trans. 498 781
Calif.
  Man. Trans. 498 782
  Auto. Trans. 498 782