Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2010COLORADO 4WD V8-5.3LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISAPPLICATION AND IDVEHICLE, ENGINE, TRANSMISSION ID AND VIN LOCATION, DERIVATIVE AND USAGE
2010 Chevrolet Colorado 4WD V8-5.3L
Vehicle, Engine, Transmission ID and VIN Location, Derivative and Usage
2010 Chevrolet Colorado 4WD V8-5.3LSECTION Vehicle, Engine, Transmission ID and VIN Location, Derivative and Usage
Vehicle, Engine and Transmission ID and VIN Location, Derivative and Usage
The VIN plate (1) is the legal identifier of the vehicle. The VIN plate is located on the upper left corner of the instrument panel (I/P) and can be seen through the windshield from the outside of the vehicle:
All engines and transmissions are stamped or laser etched with a partial VIN, which was derived from the complete VIN. A VIN derivative contains the following 9 positions:
A VIN derivative can be used to determine if a vehicle contains the original engine or transmission, by matching the VIN derivative positions to their accompanying positions in the complete VIN:
2.9L LLV Engine ID and VIN Derivative Location
Refer to Engine Identification (Application and ID).
3.7L LLR Engine ID and VIN Derivative Location
Refer to Engine Identification (Application and ID).
5.3L LH9 Engine ID and VIN Derivative Location
Refer to Engine Identification (Application and ID).
4L60-E/4L65-E/4L70-E Transmission ID and VIN Derivative Location
Refer to Transmission Identification Information (Transmission Identification Information).
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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.