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Engine Identification

Engine can be identified by sixth character of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The 7th character of the VIN indicates turbos - "5" indicates GL-10 turbo; "6" indicates RX turbo; "7" indicates GL turbo.

The VIN is stamped on a metal plate located on front right side of engine compartment. Identification number of engine is stamped on a machined pad on right front of engine cylinder block.

ENGINE IDENTIFICATION CODES

Application (1) VIN Code
1.8L 4-Cylinder
2WD 4
4WD W/O Air Suspension 5
4WD W/Air Suspension 7
(1) Turbos are indicated by 7th character of VIN. A "5" indicates GL-10 turbo; "6" indicates RX turbo; and "7" indicates GL turbo.