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1972 Models

Engine Synchro-mesh Auto. Trans.
140" Std. CHC CHA
GT CHD CHB
250" CBG, CNJ, CBH CBK, CBJ
307" CKG CKH
350" CSJ, CSH, CDA CKB, CAR, CKA, CKB, CKK, CKS, CDB, CGB, CKK, CKW, CDH, CKY, CRS, CKT, CKD, CKX, CDJ, CKZ, CRT
400" CKP  
402" CLR, CLA, CLJ, CLL CLB, CKP, CLK
454" CPG, CPD, CPA, CPZ, CPH, CSR CPD, CPY, CPJ, CSS

Engine identification by horsepower may be found in vehicle serial number stamped on plate attached to top left side of instrument panel. Location of horsepower code is as follows:

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  1. Manufacturer (Chevrolet)
  2. Series
  3. Body Style
  4. Engine Code (See VIN Code) 
  5. Model Year (Last-Digit)
  6. Assembly Plant
  7. Consective Unit Number