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Technical Data: Notes

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Engine number and engine data 

Engine number 

Fig 1: Engine Number Location
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The engine number ("engine code" and "serial number") is located at the front on the cylinder block, below the left cylinder head.

In addition, a sticker with "engine code" and "serial number" is affixed to the right cylinder head cover.

The engine code is also located on the vehicle data plate.

Engine data 

Code letters BSB
Displacement ltr. 5.998
Output kW/RPM 331/6200
Torque Nm/RPM 580/4000 - 4500
Bore dia. mm 84
Stroke mm 90.2
Compression ratio 10.75
RON min. 98
Fuel injection and ignition system Motronic
Ignition sequence 1-12-5-8-3-10-6-7-2-11-4-9
Exhaust gas recirculation no
Charging no
Knock control yes
Variable valve timing yes
Variable intake manifold no
Secondary Air Injection (AIR) system yes

*Super unleaded RON 95 is permitted, although with reduced power.