Engine - Overview: Overview
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The 5.0L (302 CID) is a V-8 engine with the following features:
- Dual overhead camshafts
- Four valves per cylinder
- SFI
- Aluminum cylinder heads
- Aluminum, 90-degree V-cylinder block
- Twin independent VCT system
- Individually chain-driven camshafts with a hydraulic timing chain tensioner on each timing chain
- Electronic ignition system with 8 ignition coils
Engine Identification
Always refer to these labels when installation of new parts is necessary or when checking engine calibrations. The engine parts often differ within a CID family. Verification of the identification codes will make sure the correct parts are obtained. The codes contain all the pertinent information relating to the dates, optional equipment and revisions.
Engine Code Information Label
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Essex engine plant |
| 2 | Engine displacement |
| 3 | Transmission |
| 4 | Vehicle line |
| 5 | Sequential number |
| 6 | Engine build date (DDMMYY) |
| 7 | Essex engine plant |
| 8 | Bar code |
| 9 | Engine part number |
Engine Cylinder Identification