How to Identify a Car Engine Model?
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Here is a detailed introduction to engine models: 1. Generally includes: number of cylinders, bore diameter, inline or V-shaped arrangement. Front part: Product series symbol and generation indicator symbol, represented by letters chosen by the manufacturer as needed, but must be approved by the relevant authority. 2. Middle part: Composed of symbols for the number of cylinders, stroke, cylinder arrangement, and bore diameter. 3. Rear part: Structural and usage characteristic symbols, represented by letters. 4. Tail part: Distinguishing symbols. L4 = Inline 4-cylinder. V6 = V-type 6-cylinder (3 cylinders per side in one row, arranged in two rows in a V shape). V8 = V-type 8-cylinder (4 cylinders per side in one row, arranged in two rows in a V shape). W12 = W-type 12-cylinder (4 cylinders per group in one row, arranged in four rows in a W shape; generally used in sports cars). For example, the 4102 engine indicates 4 cylinders in line with a bore diameter of 102 mm. 5. Usually, the manufacturer's self-assigned code is added at the front, and a Q or other letter is added at the end to indicate whether it is for automotive, marine, power generation, etc.