Hi all,

Sorry if this is a noob question: Where can I find the engine number on my 3G Type-S?

I checked the owners manual and it says that the number should be stamped on the engine block, right below the oil filler cap.

I took the plastic cover off and checked, but didn't find a number there. Don't know if those instructions apply to the 3.2L engine only, and maybe it's in a different location for the 3.5L engine.

I did find a number on the side of the engine block, but not where it's stated in the manual.

The number is 1178 2335. Could that be the number? I have no idea what the number sequence should look like, and couldn't find any info on the web.

Thanks in advance for any info you can provide.

 

J35a8

 

That's what I thought it was as well, but apparently that's the engine code which is different than the engine number.
There's supposed to be a separate number on the engine block.
I'm trying to import my car and they are requesting this info.
I'll keep looking but if anyone has this info, please share.

Thanks!

 

i think the first step is to find out how long the string of code it's supposed to be...
then you can narrow down the engine number
ie; if the form or agents are asking for a 8 number string....you can bet 1178 2335 is it.

 

That's the other issue. They don't seem to know how long it's supposed to be. I guess it varies from one manufacturer to the next, that's why I was hoping someone on AZ would know.
Guess my last option is to call a dealership for the info...

 

i found this interesting...if we go by this..we're looking for a six digit number

 

but then i found info that says...starting in 2012, engine codes became 7 digits!

so, going along with this trend....that 8 digit number is MOST likely the engine number

 

Thanks for the info justnspace!