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5.7L Engine Identification Numbers, LS1


Object Number: 63234  Size: SH
(1)Engine ID Number, Primary Location
(2)Engine ID Number, Secondary Location

The eighth digit of the vehicle identification number (VIN) is the engine code letter, which identifies the engine as a 5.7L V8 (VIN eighth digit: G) (RPO code LS1).

Stick-on labels attached to the engine, laser etching, or stampings in the engine block indicate the engine unit number/build date code.

The engine ID number will be located rear of LH cylinder head or the front part of LH oil pan rail.

5.7L Engine VIN Derivative Locations, LS1


Object Number: 289951  Size: SH
(1)VIN Derivative, Primary Location
(2)VIN Derivative, Secondary Location

The engine is also stamped with a VIN derivative number which will be located in either the primary or secondary location, as shown. For additional information, refer to VIN Derivative .