Engine Identification

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Engine Identification
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Fig 1: Identifying Broadcast Code Label & Partial VIN
GM1867000Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Identification can be made through the use of the Broadcast Code label on the engine front cover (1) and the use of the partial VIN etched on the oil filter bowl (2).

    Fig 2: View Of Broadcast Code Label
    GM825124Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  • Barcode (1)
  • Sequence Number (2)
  • Day (3)
  • Month (4)
  • Year (5)
  • Engine Assembly Plant (6)
  • Broadcast Code (7)
  • Part Designation (8)
  • Engine Assembly Number (9)
  • Broadcast Code (10)

The partial VIN identifies the specific vehicle by sequence number.

RENDER: 1.0x

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