General Motors Introduction - Cars
| MODEL | BODY CODE | ENGINE (RPO CODE) (1) | ENGINE ID | FUEL SYSTEM | IGNITION SYSTEM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alero | N | 2.2L (L61) | F | SFI | DIS |
| — | — | 3.4L (LA1) | E | SFI | DIS |
| Aurora | G | 4.0L (L47) | C | SFI | DIS |
| Bonneville | H | 3.8L (L36) | K | SFI | DIS |
| — | — | 3.8L (L67) | 1 | SFI (2) | DIS |
| Cavalier | J | 2.2L (L61/KL6) (3) | F | SFI | DIS |
| Century | W | 3.1L (LG8) | J | SFI | DIS |
| Corvette | Y | 5.7L (LS1) | G | SFI | DIS |
| — | — | 5.7L (LS6) | S | SFI | DIS |
| DeVille | K | 4.6L (LD8) | Y | TPI-SFI | DIS |
| — | — | 4.6L (L37) | 9 | TPI-SFI | DIS |
| Grand Am | N | 2.2L (L61) | F | SFI | DIS |
| — | — | 3.4L (LA1) | E | SFI | DIS |
| Grand Prix | W | 3.1L (LG8) | J | SFI | DIS |
| — | — | 3.8L (L36) | K | SFI | DIS |
| — | — | 3.8L (L67) | 1 | SFI (2) | DIS |
| Impala | W | 3.4L (LA1) | E | SFI | DIS |
| — | — | 3.8L (L36) | K | SFI | DIS |
| Ion | — | 2.2L (L61) | F | SFI | DIS |
| LeSabre | H | 3.8L (L36) | K | SFI | DIS |
| Malibu | N | 3.1L (LG8) | J | SFI | DIS |
| Monte Carlo | W | 3.4L (LA1) | E | SFI | DIS |
| — | — | 3.8L (L36) | K | SFI | DIS |
| Park Avenue | C | 3.8L (L36) | K | SFI | DIS |
| — | — | 3.8L (L67) | 1 | SFI (2) | DIS |
| Regal | W | 3.8L (L36) | K | SFI | DIS |
| — | — | 3.8L (L67) | 1 | SFI (2) | DIS |
| Saturn ("L" Series) | J | 2.2L (L61) | F | SFI | DIS |
| — | — | 3.0L (L81) | R | SFI | DIS |
| Seville | K | 4.6L (LD8) | Y | TPI-SFI | DIS |
| — | — | 4.6L (L37) | 9 | TPI-SFI | DIS |
| Sunfire | J | 2.2L (L61) | F | SFI | DIS |
| Vibe | — | 1.8L (LV6) | 8 | SFI | DIS |
| Vibe GT | — | 1.8L (LNK) | L | SFI | DIS |
| (1) Engine code is stamped on engine block. See ENGINE CODE LOCATION . (2) Supercharged engine. (3) Bi-Fuel engine. | |||||
| (1) | Engine code is stamped on engine block. See ENGINE CODE LOCATION . |
| (2) | Supercharged engine. |
| (3) | Bi-Fuel engine. |
2003 MODEL COVERAGE
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MODEL/YEAR VIN CODE APPLICATIONS
| VIN Code | Model Year |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2001 |
| 2 | 2002 |
| 3 | 2003 |
MODEL/YEAR VIN CODE APPLICATIONS
1.8L
The engine ID is located on the lower left engine block.
2.2L
The primary location for the engine ID is on front of the rocker cover (1). (Scheme 20) For the primary (2) and secondary (3) hand stamp locations for the Vehicle Identification Number (Scheme 20)
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3.0L
For the primary location of the Vehicle Identification Number (Scheme 21)
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3.1L
The primary location of the VIN derivative for the 3100 LG8 engine is above the starter motor on the engine block. (Scheme 22) The primary location is on top of the right rocker arm cover and the secondary location is in front of the oil pan rail. (Scheme 23)
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3.2L (LA3)
The 3.2L (LA3) VIN Derivative is stamped on a metal plate located on the left side of the engine. A 6-digit stamping with emission and compression (2) is also stamped on the engine. (Scheme 24)and (Scheme 25).
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3.4L
The primary (1) and optional (2) location of the VIN derivative for the 3400 LA1 engine is on the lower left front transaxle mounting surface. (Scheme 26) The primary location (1) of the Engine ID for the 3400 (LA1) engine is on top of the rocker arm cover or in front of the right oil pan rail. The optional (2) location is on the lower left front transaxle mounting surface. (Scheme 27)
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3.8L
The primary location of the VIN derivative for the 3800 L36 and L67 engine is above the starter motor on the engine block (1). (Scheme 28) The secondary location of the 3800 L36 and L67 engine is below the water pump on the engine block (1). (Scheme 29) The engine ID for the 380 L36 and L67 engine is on the center of the left rocker arm or left side of the engine in the oil pan rail area of the engine. (Scheme 30)
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4.0L (L47 - V8)
The engine ID number is located on the end surface of the cam cover (1), and the VIN derivative is located on the engine block in front of the transaxle extension. (Scheme 31)
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4.6L
The engine ID number will be located on the front of the right rocker cover or the right side of the oil pan rail (1), and the VIN derivative is located on the engine block in front of the transaxle extension. (Scheme 32)
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5.7L
The engine ID number is located rear of the left cylinder head or the front part of the left oil pan rail. (Scheme 33) The VIN derivative is located in either the primary or secondary location. (Scheme 34)
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VIN DERIVATIVES
Note. Partial Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) for Vibe is not available from manufacturer.
All engines and transmissions are stamped with a partial Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). (Scheme 35)
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VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL
The vehicle certification label is permanently located on the edge of the driver's door. Refer to this label in order to obtain the following information
- The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
- The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), Front and Rear
The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVW is the weight of the vehicle and everything the vehicle carries. Include the following items when figuring the GVW
- Base Vehicle Weight (Factory Weight)
- Weight Of Any Added Vehicle Accessories
- Weight Of The Driver & Passenger
- Weight Of Any Cargo Being Carried
The front and rear Gross Axle Weights (GAW) must not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR), front and rear. The GAW is the weight exerted on one of the axles (front or rear).
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See also:
• ENGINE CODE LOCATION