Engine Code

Engines are identified by a 3-letter code stamped on engine. On vehicles equipped with 2.8L engine code ATQ, letters and serial number are located on flat surface of cylinder block in front of right cylinder head. The engine code is also included on the vehicle data label. See Fig 1. On vehicles equipped with 4.2L engine code ART, letters are located on left side of cylinder block. The engine code is also included on vehicle data label. See Fig 2 and Fig 3 . On vehicles equipped with 2.7L turbo engine code APB, engine code is on machined surface on cylinder block, at front right cylinder bank. The engine code is also indicated on the vehicle data sticker.

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Code Location (2.8L - ATQ)

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Fig 2: Identifying Engine Code Location (2.7L - APB)

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Fig 3: Identifying Engine Code Location (4.2L - ART)

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