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Model Identification

NOTE: This article covers old style "C" and "K" series pickup. New style Sierra and Silverado, which are not covered in this article, are equipped with 4.3L, 4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L engines.

Vehicle model can be identified by fifth character of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), stamped on metal pad on top of left end of instrument panel, near windshield. See MODEL IDENTIFICATION  table.

MODEL IDENTIFICATION

Series (1) Model
"C" 2WD Pickup, Sierra, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon
"G" Express, G-Van & Savana
"K" 4WD Pickup, Sierra, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon, & AWD Escalade
"L" AWD Astro & Safari
"M" 2WD Astro & Safari
"P" Commercial Van (P42) & Motorhome (P32)
"S" 2WD Blazer, Envoy, Jimmy, Pickup & Sonoma
"T" 4WD Blazer, Bravada, Envoy, Jimmy, Pickup & Sonoma
"U" Montana, Silhouette & Venture
(1) Vehicle series is fifth character of VIN.
NOTE: For information on S & T Series rear disc brakes, see REAR DISC BRAKES - S & T SERIES article.