Model Identification

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Model Identification

Vehicle model is identified by fourth character of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). VIN is stamped on metal pad on top of left end of instrument panel, near windshield. See MODEL IDENTIFICATION  table.

MODEL IDENTIFICATION

Series (1) Model
"C" 2WD Pickup, Sierra, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon
"G" Cutaway, Express, RV Cutawy & Savana
"K" 4WD Pickup, Sierra, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon, & AWD Escalade
"L" AWD Astro & Safari
"M" 2WD Astro & Safari
"P" Forward Control (P42) & Motorhome (P32)
"S" 2WD Blazer, Envoy, Jimmy, Sonoma & S10 Pickup
"T" 4WD Blazer, Bravada, Envoy, Jimmy, Sonoma & S10 Pickup
"U" Montana, Silhouette & Venture
(1) Vehicle series is fifth character of VIN.
RENDER: 1.0x

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