Build Date Code

BUILD DATE CODE

Build Date Code Location:

The engine Build Date Code is located on a machined surface on the right side of the cylinder block between the No.3 and No.4 cylinders.
The digits of the code identify:
^ 1st Digit-The year (8 = 1998).
^ 2nd & 3rd Digits-The month (01 - 12).
^ 4th & 5th Digits-The engine type/fuel system/ compression ratio (HX = A 2.5 liter (150 CID) 9.1:1 compression ratio engine with a multi-point fuel injection system).
^ 6th & 7th Digits-The day of engine build (01 -31).
FOR EXAMPLE: Code * 801HX23 * identifies a 2.5 liter (150 CID) engine with a multi-point fuel injection system, 9.1:1 compression ratio and built on January 23, 1998.