The engine unit number or date code is stamped on the engine block.
Engines are stamped with an nine digit engine identification number.
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the legal identifier of the vehicle. The VIN contains the following information:
The VIN plate is attached to the driver's door opening.
Position
Definition
Character
Description
1
Country of Origin
United States
2
Manufacturer
G
General Motors
3
Make
T
GMC
C
Chevrolet
D
GMC Incomplete Vehicle
B
Chevrolet Incomplete Vehicle
K
GMC MPV
N
Chevrolet MPV
4
GVWR/Brake System
A
9001-10000 Hydraulic
10001-14000 Hydraulic
14001-16000 Hydraulic
14001-16000 Air
E
16001-19500 Hydraulic
F
16001-19500 Air
19501-23500 Hydraulic
H
19501-23500 Air
J
23501-26000 Hydraulic
23501-26000 Air
L
26001-33000 Hydraulic
M
26001-33000 Air
33001-40500 Hydraulic
P
33001-40500 Air
R
40501-48500 Hydraulic
S
40501-48500 Air
48501-58000 Air
V
58001-69500 Air
W
69501-over Air
5
Series
6
6000
7
7000
Cab Type
Medium Tilt, Steel, 226 cm (89") BBC
Chassis Type
4 x 2, 2 Axles, 1 Driving
6 x 4, 3 Axles, 2 Driving
8
Engine Type
ISUZU TURBO DIESEL(7.8L)
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Not Used
9
Check Digit
10
Model Year
2000
11
Plant Location
Janesville
12-17
Plant Sequence Number
6-Digit Sequential Numbers