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Engine ID

Engine ID and VIN Derivative Location

2.2 L VIN 4 Engine VIN Derivative Location:





The engine code leffer is the eight digit of the VIN, which identifies the engine.

Stick-on labels attached to the engine, laser etching, or stamping in the engine block indicate the engine unit number/build code date.

The primary location for the engine ID is on front of the rocker cover (1).

The primary (2) and secondary (3) hand stamp locations for the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).


3.0 L VIN 6 Engine VIN Derivative Location:





The engine code letter is the eight digit of the VIN, which identifies the engine.

Stick-on labels attached to the engine, laser etching, or stamping in the engine block indicate the engine unit number/build code date.

The primary (1) locations for the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).