GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS & VIN IDENTIFICATION
| Model | Body | Engine | Eng. ID (1) |
|---|
| 240 | A | 2.3L SOHC | (2) B230F |
| 240 GL | A | 2.3L SOHC | (2) B230F |
| 740 | F | 2.3L SOHC | (2) B230F |
| 740 Turbo | F | 2.3L SOHC | (2) B230FT |
| 940 GL | J | 2.3L SOHC | (2) B230F |
| 940 Turbo | J | 2.3L SOHC | (2) B230FT |
| 960 | K | 3.0L DOHC (3) | (4) B6304F |
| (1) All engines use MPI fuel systems. (2) Timing is computer-controlled, flywheel sensor, Magnetic type. (3) Double Overhead Camshaft (24-Valve). SOHC engines are 8-valve. (4) Timing is computer-controlled, flywheel sensor, Direct Ignition system. |
| (1) | All engines use MPI fuel systems. |
| (2) | Timing is computer-controlled, flywheel sensor, Magnetic type. |
| (3) | Double Overhead Camshaft (24-Valve). SOHC engines are 8-valve. |
| (4) | Timing is computer-controlled, flywheel sensor, Direct Ignition system. |
EXAMPLE VIN
Numbers preceding the explanations in the legend below refer to the sequence of characters as listed on VIN identification label. An example similar to the legend listed below will also be found in (Scheme 1).
- Y V 1 F X 8 8 5 0 N 1 4 9 8 0 0 0
VIN DEFINITION BREAKDOWN
- 1 - Indicates Nation of Origin.
- 2 - Indicates Manufacturer.
- 3 - Indicates Division.
- 4 - Indicates Model Series.
- 5 - Indicates Restraint Type.
- 6, 7 - Indicates Engine Type.
- 8 - Indicates Body Type.
- 9 - Indicates Check Digit.
- 10 - Indicates Model Year.
- 11 - Indicates Assembly Plant.
- 12-17 - Vehicle Serial Number (Plant Sequential Number).
| VIN Code | Model Year |
|---|
| L | 1990 |
| M | 1991 |
| N | 1992 |
MODEL YEAR VIN CODE APPLICATION
Scheme 1
Scheme 1: ENGINE CODE LOCATION
Scheme 2
