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The eighth character in the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) identifies the engine. Adhesive-backed labels attached to the engine, laser etching or stampings on the engine block indicate the engine unit number/date code. All engines are stamped with a VIN derivative. For more information on the VIN derivative, refer to VIN Derivative .

3.8L Engine VIN Derivative Location


Object Number: 182087  Size: SH

The primary location (1) of the VIN derivative for the 3800 L36 engine is on the engine block above the starter motor.


Object Number: 182099  Size: SH

The secondary location (1) of the VIN derivative for the 3800 L36 engine is on the engine block below the water pump.


Object Number: 540580  Size: SH

The primary location (1) of the Engine ID for the 3800 L36 engine is in the center of the LH rocker arm or LH side of the engine in the oil pan rail area of the engine.

3400 VIN E Engine


Object Number: 532368  Size: SH

The primary (1) and optional (2) location of the VIN derivative for the 3400 LA1 engine is on the lower left front transaxle mounting surface.


Object Number: 571261  Size: SH

The eighth digit of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) identifies the engine. The adhesive-backed labels attached to the engine, laser etching or stampings on the engine block indicate the engine unit number/date code. All engines are stamped with a VIN derivative.

The primary location (1) of the Engine ID for the 3400 (LA1) engine on top of the RH rocker arm cover or front of RH oil pan rail. The secondary location (2) of the VIN derivative for the 3400 (LA1) engine is above the starter motor on the engine block. For additional information, refer to VIN Derivative .