[How do I] Find My Engine Family Number? (In 2022)

Ever had to replace a catalytic converter and the manufacture asks what is the engine family? Engine Family? Are we talking about who are the parents of the engine?

Nahhh, engine family refers to the number issued by the EPA to identify a certain group of vehicles or engines, for certification and compliance purposes.

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Today’s topic, Engine families. Engine Families are issued by the EPA, and are not commonly used by auto technicians, but when you do need to provide it to a parts house or a manufacture, you’ll be ready! In this video I will be showing you guys what an Engine Family number means and where to find it, go ahead and grab your tools guys lets get ready lets hit it!

All vehicles sold in the United States have a unique drive-train identifier called the "Test Group" or "Engine Family" Number. This number allows owners, parts suppliers, and service providers to determine specifications and installed emissions control equipment of motor vehicles.

Because many vehicles may have several different configurations, this number will provide specific information about the emissions control system and exact standards that a vehicle was designed to meet.

A manufacturer should apply for new certificates and pay the appropriate certification fees for each family name that it intends to produce for sale in the United States.


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