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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1988S10/T10 BLAZER 4WD L4-151 2.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTAPPLICATION AND IDENGINE VIN CODE IDENTIFICATION
1988 Chevrolet S10/T10 Blazer 4WD L4-151 2.5L
Engine VIN Code Identification
1988 Chevrolet S10/T10 Blazer 4WD L4-151 2.5LSECTION Engine VIN Code Identification
MODEL YEAR AND ENGINE IDENTIFICATION:
To identify any engine by the manufacturer's code, follow the four steps designated by the numbered blocks.
1 - MODEL YEAR IDENTIFICATION: Refer to illustration of the Vehicle Identification Number (V.I.N.). The year is indicated by a code letter.
2 - ENGINE CODE LOCATION: Refer to illustration of V.I.N. plate for location and designation of engine code.
ENGINE IDENTIFICATION 1988:
3 - ENGINE CODE: In the "CODE" column, find the engine code determined in Step 2.
4 - ENGINE IDENTIFICATION: On the line where the engine code appears, read to the right to identify the engine.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.