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Powertrain Management: Application and ID

ENGINE VIN CODE [1]
FEDERAL EMISSIONS EQUIPPED C
CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS EQUIPPED D

ENGINE DESIGNATION CODE [2] NG

ENGINE CONFIGURATION [3] In-line 5 cyl.

DISPLACEMENT 2.3L (2309cc/141ci)

COMPUTER SYSTEM [4] CIS-E III

FUEL SYSTEM [5] Multi-Point Fuel Injection

IGNITION SYSTEM [6] Dual Map Electronic Ignition

[1] 5th digit of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). VIN plate mounted atop drivers side instrument panel, visible through windshield lower left corner.
[2] Engine code stamped on left side of engine block where cyl. head meets the block, between and below No.2 and No.3 spark plugs.
[3] SOHC 10-valve, 130 HP.
[4] CIS-E III Engine Management System with OBD. System uses separate fuel and ignition control units.
[5] Continuous Injection System - Electronic III (KE-Jetronic) with oxygen sensor feedback, idle speed control and deceleration fuel shut-off.
[6] Transistorized Coil Ignition System, Coil Power Stage, Hall sender and cylinder selective Knock Control.