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Vehicle Identification Number Code

Engine can be identified by the 8th digit of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), located on top left corner of instrument panel.

VIN Engine Codes

Application Code
4.3L (260") 2-Bbl. F
4.3L (265") 2-Bbl. S
4.4L (267") 2-Bbl. J
4.9L (301") 4-Bbl. W
4.9L (301") 4-Bbl. Turbo T
5.0L (305") 4-Bbl. H
5.0L (307") 4-Bbl. Y
5.71 (350") 4-Bbl. L
5.7L (350") 4-Bbl. (Corvette) 6
6.0L (368") DFI 9