Engine Verification: Notes

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The engine verification label is placed in two locations on the right side of the engine.

Fig 1: Locating Engine Verification Label & Traceability Label

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The engine front cover has an engine verification label (1) and the front of the right camshaft cover has a traceability label (2).

Fig 2: Locating Right Camshaft Cover Engine Verification Label

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The rear of the right camshaft cover has an engine verification label (1).

Fig 3: Locating VIN Derivative

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The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Derivative is located on the block and is a nine digit number stamped or laser etched onto the engine at the vehicle assembly plant. If reading the identification number the following information can be obtained:

The first digit identifies the vehicle division.
The second digit is the model year.
The third digit identifies the assembly plant.
The fourth through ninth digits are the last six digits of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).