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Section 0A
General Information
ATTENTION
Before performing any Service Operation or other procedure described in this Section, refer to Section 00
Warnings, Cautions and Notes for correct workshop practices with regard to safety and / or property damage.
1 General Information ...............................................................................................................................3
1.1 Summary of Changes............................................................................................................................................ 3
MY 2005 WL Series – Changes and New Features Overview............................................................................. 3
New ‘Alloytec 190’ 3.6 litre V6 engine................................................................................................................ 3
Revised ‘GEN III V8’ 5.7 litre engine.................................................................................................................. 3
Chassis / Mechanical ......................................................................................................................................... 4
Body................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Interior................................................................................................................................................................ 5
2 Major Option Codes ...............................................................................................................................6
3 Mechanical Information.........................................................................................................................9
3.1 Hoist Pad Locations .............................................................................................................................................. 9
3.2 Model Availability................................................................................................................................................. 10
3.3 Powertrain Combinations ................................................................................................................................... 11
3.4 Engine Data.......................................................................................................................................................... 12
3.5 Automatic Transmission Ratios......................................................................................................................... 13
4 Body Information..................................................................................................................................14
4.1 Vehicle Dimensions............................................................................................................................................. 14
4.2 Vehicle Weights ................................................................................................................................................... 15
5 Fuel Consumption Label .....................................................................................................................16
6 Information Labels, Plates and Serial Numbers................................................................................17
6.1 Locations – Body................................................................................................................................................. 17
6.2 Safety Compliance Plate ..................................................................................................................................... 18
6.3 Body and Option Identification Plate................................................................................................................. 19
Location and Details............................................................................................................................................ 19
Model ............................................................................................................................................................... 19
Body................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Trim.................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Paint................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Built.................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Susp................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Engine, Transmission and Axle........................................................................................................................ 19
A/C................................................................................................................................................................... 19
6.4 Vehicle Identification Number............................................................................................................................. 20
VIN Plate ............................................................................................................................................................... 20
VIN Body Stamping.............................................................................................................................................. 21
Vehicle Identification Numbering System ......................................................................................................... 22
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7 Major Component Serial Numbers .....................................................................................................23
7.1 Engine Serial Number.......................................................................................................................................... 23
Alloytec V6 ........................................................................................................................................................... 23
GEN III V8.............................................................................................................................................................. 24
7.2 Transmission Serial Number .............................................................................................................................. 25
Automatic Transmission – 5-speed 5L40-E....................................................................................................... 25
Automatic Transmission – 4-speed 4L60-E....................................................................................................... 26
7.3 Final Drive Assembly Serial Number ................................................................................................................. 27
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1 General Information
1.1 Summary of Changes
The MY 2005 WL Series vehicles are a major mechanical facelift of the MY 2004 WK Series vehicles with minor chang es
to the external appearance. These ch anges are summarised in the following lists.
MY 2005 WL Series – Changes and New Features Overview
New ‘Alloytec 190’ 3.6 litre V6 engine
• High performance – 190 kW output
• DOHC with 4 valves per cylinder
• Aluminium alloy cyli nder heads, engine block and oi l pan
• Cast-in place cylinder liners
• Forged steel crankshaft
• Polymer coated pistons with oil jet cooling
• Cartridge style, top access oil filter
• Electronic throttle control
• Variable camshaft phasing for intake and e xhaust camshafts
• Dual stage variable inlet manifold
• ‘Pencil’ coil over spark pl ug ignition system
• GM LAN engine management with separate engine, automatic transmission and PIM control units
• Euro II emission standard – 2 oxygen sensors prior to catalytic converter
• Electric cruise control system as part of throttle control system
• Euro III emission standard (with Euro II diagnostics only) – 2 oxygen sensors prior to catalytic converters and
2 after
Revised ‘GEN III V8’ 5.7 litre engine
• Electronic throttle control with separate Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) module
• GM LAN engine management with combined engine / automatic transmission control unit and revised PIM
• Timing chain dampener fitted to improve NVH
• Fully floating piston pins
• Revised cooling system using a non-pressurised coolant reservoir and conventional ra diator cap
• Electric traction control (throttle relaxer no longer required) and cruise control systems as part of ‘Drive by wire’
throttle control
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Chassis / Mechanical
• New 5-speed automatic transmission (5 L40-E) with ‘Alloytec190’ V6 engin e
• Modified 4-speed 4L60-E automatic transmi ssion:
• New torque converter for Alloytec V6 models
• Revised clutch materials
• Revised calibration of hydraulic controls
• Introduction of separate Transmission C ontrol Module (TCM)
• New / revised vehicle handling aids for ‘Alloytec190’ V6 engine:
• Electronic Stability Program (ESP) on Allo ytec V6 model
• Electronic Brake Assist (EBA), only with ESP
• Mechanical Brake Assist (MBA) on all models without EBA
• Traction Control System (TCS)
• Anti-lock Brake System with Electronic Brake Distribution (E BD)
• Revised brake system:
• New Bosch ABS 8.0 system for Alloytec V6 models
• Revised Bosch ABS 5.3 system for GEN III V8 models
• New dual ratio brake booster on all models
• New master cylinder
• EBD replaces the proportionin g valve o n all ABS equipped models
• Revised brake pedal and brake switch
• Revised power steering system:
• New constant flow power steering pump
• New associated plumbing
• Revisions to power steering gears / calibration
• Revised power steering cool er
• New radiator assemblies:
• Common cooling fan and fan shroud configuration for all models
• Integral drain tap
• Radiator cap / fill point relocated to radi ator for GEN III V8 engine
• Revised radiator hose configuration for GEN III V8 engine
• Revised radiator cover shroud for all models
• HVAC system modifications:
• New air conditioning compressor for Alloytec V6 engine
• Minor revisions to AC condens er and side chutes
• Revised AC plumbing to accommodate new components
• Revised heater hoses / water valve to suit Alloytec V6 engine
• Revised heater hose plumbi ng to accommodate modified cooling system on GEN III V8 engine
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• New stabiliser bar with ball joints at both ends of drop link
• New front crossmember (to accommodate new Alloytec V6 engi ne)
• New alloy wheels
• Rear Park Assist standard for Level 4 vehicles, optional for other models
• Dual Park Assist (i.e. with front sensors) for Level 5 vehicles
• Tyre Pressure Monitoring Sys tem (TPMS) standard on Level 5 vehicles
• Holden Assist (Telematics) ap plicable only to Domestic Level 5 vehicles
Body
• New headlamp assembl ies
• New tail lamp assemblies for Level 1 to 3 ve hicles
• New LED tail lamp assemblie s for Level 4 and 5 vehicles
• New grille inserts and grille treatment
• New bumper bar fascias for Level 5 vehicles
• New exterior ornamentation and badges
Interior
• Revised interiors:
• New interior colours
• New interior ornamentation
• Revised instrumentation and masking
• Additional switchgear to accommodate switching requirements of new handling aids
• Steering wheel mounted ‘Active Select’ transmission controls for 5-speed automatic transmission
• New PRNDL selector mechanism to suit 5-spee d automatic transmission
• Revised instrumentation:
• Revised and additiona l MFD displays
• Minor changes to analogue displays
• Active head restraints on Level 4 and 5 veh icles
• Soft dimming interior lights for Level 4 and 5 vehicl es
• DVD new option for domestic Level 4
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2 Major Option Codes
Option Code Description
644 Trim, interior leather, light Reed
812 Trim, interior leather (seats and door trim insert) mid anthracite
64B Trim cloth, deluxe light Reed
64I Trim, interior, Reed
81D Trim, interior cloth, mid Anthracite
81I Trim, interior, Anthracite
922 Trim, interior cloth, Neutral Pewter
A45 Exterior mirrors with memory
AG3 Driver seat 8-way power with memory
AH5 Driver seat 8-way power no memory
AH7 Passenger seat 4- way power
AH8 Passenger seat 8- way power
AJ3 Driver airbag
AJ6 Driver seat 6-way power
AJ7 Driver, passenger front / side airbags
AK5 Driver, passenger front airbags
AK8 Seat restraint, shoulder 3-point
AQ9 Seats, reclining bucket
AW5 Rear passenger seat, centre auxiliar y
AX2 Unique vehicle key
B13 Equipment, additional Australia
B2L Engine, 5.7 litre GEN III V8 EFI Hi Output
B81 Moulding, body side, delete
C60 HVAC, manual control
C61 HVAC, automatic control
CC5 Sunroof
CJ2 HVAC, dual zone
CX5 Australia processing option
CX6 New Zealand processi ng option
D2B Equipment, additional Brunei
D75 Body colour door handles
DL6 Exterior mirrors body colour upper
DL6 Ext mirrors body colour upper / lower
DP2 Exterior mirrors black upper / lower
E13 Equipment, additional New Zealand
E18 Chrome door handles
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E20 Bright chrome door handles
FE1 Suspension, soft ride
FE2 Suspension, sports
FX3 Suspension, level-ride
G44 Axel, 3.07:1 rat io, 8.00” diff, rear
G80 Differential (LSD)
GT9 Axle, 2.87ratio, 8.00 inch diff rear
GU4 Axle, 3.08:1 ratio, 7.5 inch diff rear
J65 Brake system, front and rear disc
JF5 Pedal alloy
JL4 Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Electronic Brake Assist (EBA),
Alloytec V6
JL9 Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
K30 Cruise control
K69 Keys, additional set
LS1 Engine, 5.7 litre GEN III V8 EFI
LW2 Engine, 3.6 litre Alloytec V6 base LPG (No FE2)
LY7 Engine, 3.6 litre Alloytec 1 90 V6 4V EFI premium
M30 Four-speed automatic transmission
M82 Five-speed automatic transmission
N40 Power steering
N46 Four spoke steering wheel
NC6 Performance exhaust, GEN III V8
NK4 Sports leather steering wheel
NP5 Steering wheel, leather covered with controls W1Y
NW9 Traction control (with ABS)
PF4 Wheel, 7.00 x 16 alloy road (L2)
PG1 Wheel, 6.00 x 15 steel road
PH1 Wheel, 7.00 x 15 steel road
PZ9 Wheel, 8.00 x 17 alloy road
QNZ Tyre, 235/45R17 93V
QWH Tyre, 225/60R15 96V
QWI Tyre, 225/50R17 94V
QXC Tyre, 225/55R16 95V
RHD Right-hand Drive
T81 LED stop and tail lamp
PF4 Wheel, 7.00 x 16 alloy road (L2)
PG1 Wheel, 6.00 x 15 steel road
PH1 Wheel, 7.00 x 15 steel road
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PZ9 Wheel, 8.00 x 17 alloy road
QNZ Tyre, 235/45R17 93V
QWH Tyre, 225/60R15 96V
QWI Tyre, 225/50R17 94V
QXC Tyre, 225/55R16 95V
T81 LED stop and tail lamp
T82 Daytime running lights (Telstra)
U1C Audio system, 60W single CD ,
U1J Audio system 200W, six-disc CD
U1U Audio system, 60W six- disc CD
U1V Audio system, 60W six-disc CD
U1Y Audio system, 200W, six-disc CD
U32 Entertainment package, DVD
U74 Delete antenna
U75 Power antenna
UD7 Rear Park Assist (RPA)
UE1 Holden assist (Australia only)
UFR Dual Park Assist (DPA)
UL5 Delete radio
UY4 Navigation system
V5B HSV conversion
V5D Niche shop processing option
V5E HBD processing option
V5Z Safety compliance plate, delete
V7A Vinyl rear seat
V7I HSV ‘Grange’
V7U Maverick processing option
V9Y GCC pack
WZ1 Active Select Control system
XQ9 Equipment, Chevrolet
XW6 Metallic paint
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3 Mechanical Information
3.1 Hoist Pad Locations
When using a trolle y jack to raise the vehicle, it is important that the jack be positioned under the suspension cross
member or hoist pad (1) locations. Do not ja ck under the suspension control arm. The vehicle shou ld always be
supported by jack stands at the hoist pad locations when raised.
Figure 0A – 1
NOTE
For tyre and wheel information, refer to Section
10 Wheels and Tyres in this Service Information.
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3.2 Model Availability
Brand Name Model Name Luxury Level
(Description) Model No. Body Style
(Doors) Engine
(Option)
Holden Statesman
Level 4
(Prestige) 8WY19 Sedan (4)
Alloytec 190 V6
(GEN III V8)
Holden Caprice
Level 5
(Luxury sport) 8WZ19 Sedan (4)
GEN III V8
(Alloytec 190 V6)
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3.3 Powertrain Combinations
Engine Transmission Type
First Gear
Ratio Final Drive
Ratio
Alloytec 190 V6 3.6 litre (ULP LY7 – Euro 3) 5-speed Automatic (5L40-E) 3.42:1 2.87:1
GEN III V8 5.7 litre (ULP LS1) 4-speed Automatic (4L60-E) 3.06:1 3.07:1
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3.4 Engine Data
Engine Designation 3.6 litre
Alloytec 190 V6
(LY7 ULP)
5.7 litre
GEN III V8
(LS1 ULP)
Piston Displacement
Nominal – cm3 3564 5667
Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.1:1
Number of Cylinders 6 8
Bore x Stroke – mm 94 X 85.6 99 X 92
Taxable H.P. RAC OR SAE 34.7 48.6
Power kW ECE @ rpm 190 kW @ 6500 235 @ 5200
Torque Nm ECE @ rpm 340 Nm @ 3200 460 @ 4400
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3.5 Automatic Transmission Ratios
4-speed 5-speed
Speed Ratio (4L60-E) (5L40-E)
1st 3.06:1 3.42:1
2nd 1.63:1 2.21:1
3rd 1.00:1 1.60:1
4th 0.70:1 1.00:1
5th – 0.75:1
Reverse 2.29:1 3.02:1
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4 Body Information
4.1 Vehicle Dimensions
LWB Sedan RHD
Body
Dimensions 8WY19 8WZ19
Vehicle Length 5193.1 5193.1
Vehicle Width (Excludi ng Mirrors) 1847.2 1847.2
Vehicle Height 1444.3 1444.3
Wheelbase 2938.5 2938.5
Overhang – front 986.4 986.4
Overhang – rear 1268.2 1268.2
Track – front 1559 1559
Track – rear 1577 1577
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4.2 Vehicle Weights
LWB Sedan RHD
Vehicle Weights 8WY19 8WZ19
Kerb Mass – V6 1686 1727
Kerb Mass – V8 1728 1772
Front Axle Load – V6 / V8 1080 1080
Rear Axle Load – V6 / V8 1265 1265
Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) 2234 2259
Payload (5 Passengers + Cargo ) 408 408
NOTE
• Figures are estimates only for base models
and are measured in kilograms (kg).
• Kerb mass is the mass of the base vehicle in
running order, unoccupied and unladen with
all fluid reservoirs filled to normal capacity,
including fuel, and with all standard
equipment. The kerb masses listed are
estimates based on preproduction vehicles,
and although correct at the time of printing,
are subject to change. When the actual
weight of a particular vehicle is needed, it is
recommended that the vehicl e be weighed on
a suitable weighbridge.
• Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) is the accepted
safe maximum combined mass that the
vehicle is allowed to carry when fully loaded.
This includes luggage, passengers and a full
tank of fuel.
• Payload is the mass of cargo that the finished
vehicle is permitted to carry having regard to
the aggregate mass of the vehicle’s kerb
mass, optional equipment, accessories and
occupants. It is important to calculate the
intended payload accurately. When towing,
the weight on the tow bar ball must also be
included. Tow bar mass and hitch load must
be deducted from the payload figures.
• Maximum rear axle load is the maximum for
all conditions.
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5 Fuel Consumption Label
From 1 January 2004, ADR 81/01 req uires that all new
domestic vehicles displaye d for sale have a label similar to
that shown in Figure 0A – 2, attached to the windscreen.
The ‘Comparative fuel consumption’ figure and
‘Comparative CO2 (carbon dioxid e) emissions’ value
quoted are the results of tests carried out in accordance
with the ECE R101/00. This ne w Australian standard for
fuel consumption and carbon diode emission testing
harmonises our emission and consumption standards with
those recognised internationally. Each vehicle is tested
under identical conditions. The tests therefore enable a
comparison to be made between vehicles.
The label may be removed from the windscreen by the
owner of the vehicle once the sale has been completed.
Figure 0A – 2
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6 Information Labels, Plates and
Serial Numbers
The complete vehicle and various components of the vehicle are identified by number plates or numbers stamped into
the body. It is essential that when compiling warranty claims or product and field reports, that the Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) is quoted in conjunction with the identification number of the component affected.
6.1 Locations – Body
Figure 0A – 3
Legend
1 Body and Option Identification Plate – L eft-hand
Side of the Front Panel Upper
2 Safety Compliance Plate – Dash Panel Assembly
3 Vehicle Identification Number Plate – Under the
Windscreen
4 Carpet Flap
5 Vehicle Identification Number – Under Front Seat
Carpet Flap
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6.2 Safety Compliance Plate
The safety compliance plate is located on th e dash panel
assembly within the engine compartment.
Figure 0A – 4
The safety compliance plate is stamped with the following
information:
• Compliance plate approval number.
• Vehicle category code.
• Name appearing on compliance plate approval.
• Make / Model.
• Gross vehicle mass. This is the maximum loaded
mass at which the vehicle complies with the
approved design rules. Not required for passenger
vehicles. (Required for utility.)
• Seating capacity.
• Number of adult positions for which seat belt s are
provided.
• Date of manufacture.
• The day, month and year that the vehicle is
manufactured.
• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
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6.3 Body and Option Identification Plate
Location and Details
The Body and Option Identification Plate (1) is located on
the front panel assembly and is stamped with the following
information.
Model
Combination of letters and n umbers identifying the body
style, the mechanical pack and smart pack o ptions.
A listing of production and smart pack option numbers can
be found by referring to the latest spare parts information
for the applicable model.
Body
Production build number; run in contin uous sequence
regardless of model, body type and series.
Trim
Trim combination.
Paint
Exterior paint material and colour ide ntification.
Built
The date of manufacture by calendar month and year in
which the body shell and power train are conjoined and the
vehicle is driven or moved from the producti on line.
Susp
Suspension option code identif ication.
FE1 identifies vehicles with standard suspension.
FE2 identifies vehicles with sport suspensio n.
FX3 identifies vehicles with auto-levell ing suspension.
Engine, Transmission and Axle
Identification option codes for specific engine, transmission
and rear axle (final drive).
A/C
CJ2 identifies vehicles fitted with dual zone automatic
climate control air conditioning.
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Figure 0A – 7
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6.4 Vehicle Identification Number
The Vehicle Identification Numbering (VIN) system is based on the uniform Car Model Designation System. This
identifies the vehicle in one coded series of characters.
The Vehicle Identification Number is positioned in the following locations.
1 VIN plate under the windscreen – viewed through the windscreen aperture.
2 Body and option identification plate – left-hand side of the front panel upper.
3 Safety compliance plate – dash panel.
4 Stamping in the front floor panel under the front right-hand seat.
VIN Plate
The VIN Plate (1) is located under the windscreen and is
viewed through the windscreen aperture.
Figure 0A – 8
Shown is a typical VIN plate (1), located und er the
windscreen aperture and atta ched to the dash panel
assembly with unique rosette headed rivets.
Figure 0A – 9
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VIN Body Stamping
The VIN is stamped into the front floor panel under the right-
hand front seat. The VIN (1) is visible b y lifting the carpet
flap.
NOTE
• If the front floor panel assembly is to be
replaced, the VIN will be lost. Contact your
local Road Traffic Authority prior to replacing
the panel to obtain the correct procedure for
renumbering the vehic le.
• A replacement body shell assembly is
stamped during manufacture with a unique
VIN that identifies it as a replacement part.
• If an error is made to the VIN stamping
during manufacture, it is lined out so that it
remains legible and the correct number is
stamped underneath.
Figure 0A – 10
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Vehicle Identification Numbering System
WMI CODE: 6 – Oceania
G – Australia
1 – Holden
CARLINE: L – WL series
LUXURY LEVEL: Y – Level 4
Z – Level 5
BODY STYLE: 5 – 4 door sedan (69)
RESTRAINT CODE: 4 – Active (manual) seat belts with driver & passenger inflatable restraint
system – frontal and side
ENGINE TYPE: 7 – 3.6 litre Alloytec 190 V6 engine
F – 5.7 litre GEN III V8 engine
VIN CHECK DIGIT: 9 – Calculated check digit
MODEL YEAR: 5 – 2005
PLANT: L – Adelaide (Elizabeth) South Australia
PRODUCTION
SEQUENCE NUMBER: 123456 – Sequentia l Production Serial Number
NOTE
The production sequence number is sequentially allocated to each vehicle, regardless of vehicle type.
Figure 0A – 11
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7 Major Component Serial
Numbers
7.1 Engine Serial Number
Alloytec V6
The Alloytec V6 engine serial number (1) is located at the rear of the engine cylinder block on the left-hand side, above
the starter motor.
Figure 0A – 12
The following is a breakdown of the engine numbering system using 10H7A H040700011 as an example:
Engine No.
Example Code Explanation
10 Component ID (‘10’ = Assembly)
H7A Engine Broadcast Code
(‘H7A’ = Alloytec 190 V6 automatic)
Space Space
H Plant Code (‘H’ = Holden)
04 Build Year (‘04’ = 2004)
070 Julian Date (‘070’ = built on day 70)
0011 Four Digit Build Sequence Number
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GEN III V8
The GEN III V8 engine serial number is located on the
right-hand side at the front of the engine cylinder block and
is prefixed by the letters VF.
The following is a breakdown of the engine numbering
system using VF051904500 as an example:
Engine No.
Example Code Explanation
VF Engine: GEN III V8
05 Build Year (‘05’ = 2005)
190 Julian Date (‘190’ = built on day 190)
4500 Four Digit Build Sequence Number
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7.2 Transmission Serial Number
Automatic Transmission – 5-speed 5L40-E
A transmission identification p late (item 1 in Figure 0A – 14) is located on the left-hand side rear of the transmission
case.
Figure 0A – 14
Legend
1 Production or Service New Identification Plate
2 Transmission Family
3 Model Year
4 Alpha Code: HA = RWD 3.6 L V6
5 Part Number
6 Serial Number
7 Manufacture Date
8 Calibration Code
9 I.D. Tag Location
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Automatic Transmission – 4-speed 4L60-E
The automatic transmission serial number is stamped into a
machined surface at the rear und erside of the transmission
centre case.
Legend
1 Model Year (‘4’ = 2004, ‘5’ = 2005)
2 Model:
HA – 5.7 litre GEN III V8
3 Transmission Model Identifier:
D – 4L60-E
4 Julian Date (or day of year)
5 Shift Built (A, B, J = first shift C, H, W = second shift)
6 Individual Transmission Serial Number
7 Transmission Identification Number Location
Figure 0A – 15
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7.3 Final Drive Assembly Serial Number
An identification tag is adhered to the final drive assembly to
the right-hand side of the carrier housing. The tag carries
the part number for the assembly, the final drive ratio and
the serial number of the assembly.
Figure 0A – 16
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