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Engine

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.

3.5L LX5 (VIN H) Engine:




The Engine ID for the 3.5L LX5 (VIN H) engine is on the right rear side of the engine block.




The VIN derivative location for the 3.5L LX5 (VIN H) engine is on the right rear side of the engine block.

For a description of the RPO Code(s) shown in this article/image, refer to the RPO Code List found at Vehicle/Application ID. RPO Codes