Engine Identification

NOTE: For engine repair procedures not covered in this article, see ENGINE OVERHAUL PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section.

Engine identification number is stamped on a machined pad on left side of engine block, above crankcase breather. See Fig 1.

ENGINE CODES

Application	Code
1995-96 Passat	ABA

Fig 1: Locating Engine Identification Number

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