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Engine Identification

NOTE: For engine repair procedures not covered in this article, see ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section.

Engine can be identified by the sixth and seventh characters of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) located on top of instrument panel near left corner of windshield. Engine serial and part number are located on lower left corner of label on camshaft timing belt cover or stamped on cylinder block behind the distributor.

ENGINE IDENTIFICATION CODES

Application VIN Code
240 & 740 2.3L 4-Cylinder B230F Non-Turbo 88
740 Turbo, 760 Turbo & 780 Turbo 2.3L 4-Cylinder Turbo B230FT Turbo 87