Engine - Overview: Overview
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The 3.5L (4V) is a V-6 engine with the following features:
- Dual overhead camshafts
- Four valves per cylinder
- Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (SFI)
- Composite upper and lower intake manifold
- Aluminum cylinder head
- An aluminum, 60-degree V-cylinder block
- Timing chain driven coolant pump
- Twin independent variable cam timing (Ti-VCT)
- An electronic ignition system with 6 ignition coils
Engine Identification
For quick identification, refer to the safety certification decal.
The decal is located on the LH front door lock face panel.
Engine Code Information Label
The engine code information label, located on the front side of the valve cover, contains the following:
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Engine part number |
| 2 | Engine plant (Cleveland) |
| 3 | Engine displacement |
| 4 | Engine configuration |
| 5 | Twin independent VCT |
| 6 | Bar code |
| 7 | Bar code |
| 8 | Running number |
| 9 | Engine build date (DDMMYY) |
| 10 | Plant shift line |
| 11 | Derivative code |
Engine Cylinder Identification