Engine: Application and ID

Engine Identification





^ The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Derivative is located on the left side rear of the engine block (1) or on the right side rear (2) and typically is a 9 digit number stamped or laser etched onto the engine at the vehicle assembly plant.
^ The first digit identifies the division.
^ The second digit identifies the model year.
^ The third digit identifies the assembly plant.
^ The fourth through ninth digits are the last six digits of the VIN.





^ Engines built at the Romulus engine plant have the engine identification number located at the right front top of the engine block.
^ The first digit (1) is the source code.
^ The second and third digits (2) are the month of build.
^ The fourth digit (3) is the hour of the build.
^ The fifth and sixth digits (4) are the date of build.
^ The seventh, eighth, and ninth digits (5) are the broadcast code.