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Old Oct 8, 2007 | 05:39 PM
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just wondered how i can tell if the engine i have in the car is the one that came with it-- back in the day the numbers matched--thanks
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Mike, email me. I have a MS Word .doc that has the VIN derivatives and the locations. I'll email it to you. It doesn't post correctly here on the forum.

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according to what i read the only actual comparisons to the vin is in the paper barcode that has faded. sooo, i still am in the dark but thanks for the info----mike
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Mike, according to the document I sent you, there is an image showing the primary and the secondary locations of the VIN derivative on the rear of the engine block. Also, the primary, secondary, and optional locations on the tramsmission.

"Stick-on labels attached to the engine, laser etching, or stampings in the engine block indicate the engine unit number/build date code.

The engine ID number will be located on the rear of LH cylinder head or the front part of LH oil pan rail."

No etching or stampings at these location?

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