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Old 12-05-2008, 03:45 PM   #11 (permalink)
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a quick lesson in Honda's engine codes

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Originally Posted by whokilledthejams View Post
Wow, I had no idea those could be had with a stick. I did know it had a Honda engine, however (which is really weird, but definitely for the best-- other than the current Ecotecs, GM has never made a 4-banger that was any good).

Nice numbers, too! 28mpg in a vehicle that size (and shape) is definitely nothing to sneeze at.
J = engine family *series*
35 = engine's displacement (3.5 liters)
A3 = secondary family/series. (usually determines upper end of engine, sometimes blocks change with this designation as well.)

So when you see "D15Z1" (VX engine's code)

You're looking at a D-series, 1.5 liter, with Z1family of parts.

That said, yes, the Saturn with the L66 V6 engine was the Honda, the other engines were GM.

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