GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS & VIN IDENTIFICATION (CARS)
| Model | Body Code | Engine | EngineID (1) | Fuel System (2) | Ignition System |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camry | SXV | 2.2L 4-Cyl.(5S-FE) | S | PFI | Magnetic |
| " | VCV | 3.0L V6 (3VZ-FE) | V | PFI | Magnetic |
| Celica | AT | 1.6L 4-Cyl.(4A-FE) | A | PFI | Magnetic |
| " | ST (4WD) | 2.0L 4-Cyl.(3S-GTE) | S | PFI Turbo | Magnetic |
| " | ST | 2.2L 4-Cyl.(5S-FE) | S | PFI | Magnetic |
| Corolla | AE | 1.6L 4-Cyl.(4A-FE) | A | PFI | Magnetic |
| Cressida | MX | 3.0L 6-Cyl.(7M-GE) | M | PFI | Magnetic |
| MR2 | SW | 2.0L 4-Cyl.(3S-GTE) | S | PFI Turbo | Magnetic |
| " | SW | 2.2L 4-Cyl.(5S-FE) | S | PFI | Magnetic |
| Paseo | EL | 1.5L 4-Cyl.(5E-FE) | E | PFI | Magnetic |
| Supra | MA | 3.0L 6-Cyl.(7M-GE) | M | PFI | Magnetic |
| " | MA | 3.0L 6-Cyl.(7M-GTE) | M | PFI Turbo | (3) DIS |
| Tercel | EL | 1.5L 4-Cyl.(3E-E) | E | PFI | Magnetic |
| (1) Engine can be identified by the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or number stamped on engine block. See ENGINE CODE LOCATION . VIN is located on stamped plate on left side of instrument panel. See VIN LOCATION . VIN is also found in other locations. (2) A Port Fuel Injection (PFI) fuel system is used. (3) Application uses a Distributorless Ignition System (DIS). | |||||
| (1) | Engine can be identified by the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or number stamped on engine block. See ENGINE CODE LOCATION . VIN is located on stamped plate on left side of instrument panel. See VIN LOCATION . VIN is also found in other locations. |
| (2) | A Port Fuel Injection (PFI) fuel system is used. |
| (3) | Application uses a Distributorless Ignition System (DIS). |
MODEL IDENTIFICATION
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS & VIN IDENTIFICATION (TRUCKS)
| Model | Body Code | Engine | EngineID (1) | Fuel System (2) | Ignition System |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Land Cruiser | FJ | 4.0L 6-Cyl.(3F-E) | F | PFI | Magnetic |
| Pickup | RN | 2.4L 4-Cyl.(22R-E) | R | PFI | Magnetic |
| " | VZN | 3.0L V6 (3VZ-E) | V | PFI | Magnetic |
| Previa | TCR | 2.4L 4-Cyl.(2TZ-FE) | T | PFI | Magnetic |
| 4Runner | RN | 2.4L 4-Cyl.(22R-E) | R | PFI | Magnetic |
| " | VZN | 3.0L V6 (3VZ-E) | V | PFI | Magnetic |
| (1) Engine can be identified by the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or number stamped on engine block. (Scheme 1)and (Scheme 2). VIN is located on stamped plate on left side of instrument panel. Refer to VIN LOCATION. VIN is also found in other locations (2) A Port Fuel Injection (PFI) fuel system is used. | |||||
| (1) | Engine can be identified by the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or number stamped on engine block. (Scheme 1)and (Scheme 2). VIN is located on stamped plate on left side of instrument panel. Refer to VIN LOCATION. VIN is also found in other locations |
| (2) | A Port Fuel Injection (PFI) fuel system is used. |
MODEL IDENTIFICATION
EXAMPLE VIN
Numbers preceding the explanations in the legend below refer to the sequence of characters as listed on VIN identification label.
- J T 2 A E 9 2 E 6 N 3 1 6 5 7 0 9
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
VIN DEFINITION BREAKDOWN
- 1 - Indicates Nation of Origin.
- 2 - Indicates Manufacturer.
- 3 - Indicates Vehicle Type.
- 4 - Indicates Engine Type and Make.
- 5 - Indicates Vehicle Line.
- 6 - Indicates Model Change Code (Car); Indicates Drive Train (Truck).
- 7 - Indicates Series Type (Car); Indicates Model (Truck).
- 8 - Indicates Body Type/Restraint System (Car); Indicates Series (Truck).
- 9 - Indicates Check Digit.
- 10 - Indicates Model Year.
- 11 - Indicates Assembly Plant.
- 12-17 - Indicates Plant Sequential Number.
MODEL/YEAR VIN CODE APPLICATION
| VIN Code | Model Year |
|---|---|
| K | 1989 |
| L | 1990 |
| M | 1991 |
| N | 1992 |
MODEL YEAR VIN CODE APPLICATION
ENGINE CODE EXPLANATION
A typical engine code may appear as follows
- 7 M-G T E
- 1 2 3 4 5
The following is an explanation of this engine code
- 7 - Engine Generation Code
- M - Engine Model Code & VIN VDS Code
- C - U.S. specifications. (Engines without "C" may also meet U.S. specifications.)
- E - Fuel Injection
- F - Twin Camshafts
- G - Twin Camshafts
- L - Transverse Engine
- T - Turbocharged
Typical Engine Code Breakdown
- 7 M - G T E
- 1 2 3 4 5
- 1 - Indicates Engine Generation Code
- 2 - Indicates Engine Model Code & VIN VDS Code (1 or 2 Digits)
- 3-5 - Indicates Engine Type (1, 2 or 3 Digits)
VIN LOCATION
Note. A and B tags are Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plates. C tag is certification lable.
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See also:
• ENGINE CODE LOCATION
• VIN LOCATION