Drive in engine numbers at marked surface with impact tool.

M47 / M47TU / M47T2

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Identification Number Location - M47 / M47TU / M47T2

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M57 / M57TU / M57T2

Fig 2: Identifying Engine Identification Number Location - M57 / M57TU / M57T2

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M67 / M67TU

Fig 3: Identifying Engine Identification Number Location - M67 / M67TU

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N47

Fig 4: Identifying Engine Identification Number Location - N47

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M52 / M52TU

Fig 5: Identifying Engine Identification Number Location - M52 / M52TU

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M54

Fig 6: Identifying Engine Identification Number Location - M54

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M56

Fig 7: Identifying Engine Identification Number Location - M56

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N40 / N45

Fig 8: Identifying Engine Identification Number Location - N40 / N45

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N42 / N46 / N46T

Fig 9: Identifying Engine Identification Number Location - N42 / N46 / N46T

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N51 / N52 / N52K / N53 / N54

Fig 10: Identifying Engine Identification Number - N51 / N52 / N52K / N53 / N54

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N62

Fig 11: Identifying Engine Identification Number Location - N62

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N73

Fig 12: Identifying Engine Identification Number Location - N73

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S54

Fig 13: Identifying Engine Identification Number Location - S54

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S85

Fig 14: Identifying Engine Identification Number Location - S58

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W10/W11

Fig 15: Identifying Engine Identification Number Location - W10/W11

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W17

Fig 16: Identifying Engine Identification Number Location - W17

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Assemble engine.

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.

Safety Warning

Engine Identification

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

When to See a Mechanic

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