Where is the engine number located on the Compass?
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The engine number of the Compass is generally located on the side of the engine cylinder block, marked on an aluminum or iron plate, typically consisting of a combination of 7 to 8 digits and letters. In addition to the above method, the engine number can also be checked in the following 4 ways: The vehicle's driving license prints the engine number, usually located on the second-to-last line; The motor vehicle registration certificate will indicate the engine number; The car purchase invoice will specify the engine number; The vehicle purchase tax payment certificate will indicate the engine number. It should be noted that the engine number is not the same as the engine model. The engine model refers to the specifications and size of the engine within the manufacturer's lineup, and engine models can be the same. The engine number, however, refers to the production serial number of the engine, where each engine can only have one unique engine number, and no two engines share the same number.
With my extensive car repair experience, locating the engine number in a Jeep Compass engine bay is routine for me. After lifting the hood, it's typically engraved on a flat metal surface at the right front side of the engine block near the intake manifold. Clean off grease and dust, shine a flashlight, and you'll clearly see that alphanumeric sequence – similar to a VIN but shorter. Sometimes it's also on a firewall-mounted label. Exercise caution during inspection since the engine gets extremely hot when running or just turned off; waiting 30 minutes for cooling is advisable. Polishing the surface with tools to avoid misreading due to grime is crucial, especially for older vehicles prone to corrosion. Knowing its location aids vehicle registration, insurance claims, or professional service records. If illegible, visiting a repair shop for OBD scanner retrieval serves as backup. Incorporating regular checks into maintenance prevents number fading issues.
