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Engine: Application and ID




Engine Identification (LAF, LEA, or LUK)





Identification can be made through the use of the Broadcast Code label on the engine (1) and the use of the partial VIN etched in one of two places - the primary location is on the starter motor flange (2). The secondary location is the oil filter bowl.





* Barcode (1)

* Sequence Number (2)

* Day (3)

* Month (4)

* Year (5)

* Engine Assembly Plant (6)

* Broadcast Code (7)

* Part Designation (8)

* Engine Assembly Number (9)

* Broadcast Code (10)

The partial VIN identifies the specific vehicle by sequence number.