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Engine Identification

ENGINE VIN CODE [1]
FEDERAL EMISSIONS EQUIPPED P
CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS EQUIPPED Q or R

ENGINE DESIGNATION CODE [2] AAN

ENGINE CONFIGURATION [3] In-line 5 cyl.

DISPLACEMENT 2.22L (2226cc/136ci)

COMPUTER SYSTEM [4] Bosch Motronic M2.3.2

FUEL SYSTEM [5] Sequential Multi-Point Fuel Injection

IGNITION SYSTEM [6] 5 Coil Mapped 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 right side of engine at rear of cylinder head.
[3] Turbo-charged DOHC 20-valve (4 valves per cyl.), 227 HP.
[4] Bosch Motronic Engine Management System (version 2.3.2) with OBD. System uses single control unit for both fuel and ignition control.
[5] Fuel System uses 4-hole 2-spray solenoid-type injectors, oxygen sensor feedback, start and idle speed control, after start and acceleration enrichment, deceleration fuel shut-off.
[6] Transistorized Distributorless Ignition System, Individual Coils controlled by Power Stages, Hall sender and cylinder selective Knock Control.