Ignition System: Application and ID

1991 Buick Century L4-151 2.5L VIN R TBISECTION Application and ID
Engine VIN Code I.D. [1] R

Engine Displacement 2.5L (151 cid)

Engine Configuration L4

Fuel System Throttle Body Fuel Injection (TBI)

Ignition System Direct Ignition System W/Electronic Spark Timing (DIS-EST)

Computer System Electronic Control Module (ECM)

Remarks:

[1]
The eighth digit of the VIN denotes engine code.
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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