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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC1987FIERO BASE, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCEADJUSTMENTTUNE-UP - 4-CYLIDENTIFICATIONVEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER CODE
1987 Pontiac Fiero Base, Automatic
Vehicle Identification Number Code
1987 Pontiac Fiero Base, AutomaticSECTION Vehicle Identification Number Code
Engine can be identified by the eighth character of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN is located on a plate attached to top left corner of instrument panel and visible through windshield.
VIN ENGINE CODES
| Application | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6L (98") 2-Bbl. | C | |
| 1.6L (98") 2-Bbl. | 4 | |
| 2.0L (122") TBI | K | |
| 2.0L (122") TBI HO | 1 | |
| 2.0L (122") MPFI Turbo | M | |
| 2.5L (151") TBI | ||
| Calais, Grand Am, Somerset & Skylark | U | |
| Celebrity, Century, Ciera, Fiero & 6000 | R | |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.