Vehicle Identification Number Code
Engine can be identified by the 8th character of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN is located on a plate, attached to top left corner of instrument panel and visible through windshield.
VIN ENGINE & BODY CODES
| Application | VIN Code | Body Codes |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L (122") TBI | K | J Body |
| 2.0L (122") PFI Turbo | M | J & M Bodies |
| 2.0L (122") H.O. TBI | 1 | L Body |
| 2.3L (140") PFI DOHC | A & D | N Body |
| 2.5L (151") TBI | R | A Body |
| 2.5L (151") TBI | U | N Body |
MODEL & BODY IDENTIFICATION
| Body Designation | Model |
|---|---|
| A Body | Celebrity, Century Cutlass Ciera, Cutlass Cruiser & 6000 |
| J Body | Cavalier, Skyhawk, Sunbird |
| L Body | Beretta, Corsica |
| N Body | Cutlass Calais, Grand Am, Skylark |