Vehicle Identification Number Code

Engine can be identified by eighth character of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN number is stamped on a metal plate on top left corner of instrument panel cover, and is visible through windshield.

VIN ENGINE CODES

Application

Code

1.9L (116") CFI

1.9L (116") MPFI ⁽¹⁾ High Output

2.3L (140") CFI ⁽²⁾ HSC ⁽³⁾

2.3L (140") CFI ⁽²⁾ HSC ⁽³⁾ High Output

2.3L (140") MPFI ⁽¹⁾

2.3L (140") MPFI ⁽¹⁾ Turbo High Output

2.3L (140") MPFI ⁽¹⁾ Intercooled Turbo

2.5L (153") CFI ⁽²⁾ HSC ⁽³⁾

⁽¹⁾	Multiport Fuel Injection.

⁽²⁾	Central Fuel Injection.

⁽³⁾	High Swirl Combustion.