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Engine Code Location

Engine code letter or number is fifth digit in eleven digit Vehicle Identification Number stamped on a tag on left front door lock face panel or on metal tab riveted to instrument panel close to windshield on drivers side and visible from outside vehicle.

Engine Code Displ. & Carb.
A 460" V8 4-Bbl.
C 460" V8 4-Bbl. Police
F 302" V8 2-Bbl.
H 351" V8 2-Bbl.
L 250" 6 Cyl. 1-Bbl.
S 400" V8 2-Bbl.
T 200" 6 Cyl. 1-Bbl.
Y 2300 cc 4 Cyl. 2-Bbl.
Z 2800 cc V6 2-Bbl.
Fig 1: VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER PLATE
G09354820Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.