The Seat engine number is a unique identification code that is assigned to every Seat car engine. This number helps to identify the engine and its specifications, such as the model year, manufacturing plant, and type of engine. In this article, we will discuss the Seat engine number in detail, including its importance, location, and how to decode it.
What is a Seat Engine Number?
A Seat engine number is a unique code assigned to each engine that is manufactured by Seat. The engine number helps to identify the engine and its specifications. This number is different from the vehicle identification number (Seat VIN Number) and is specific to the engine.
Location of the Seat Engine Number
The location of the Seat engine number varies depending on the model and year of the vehicle. However, the engine number is typically located on the engine block, either on the side or on the top. In some cases, the engine number may also be located on the cylinder head or the engine oil pan.
See also the engine number of the manufacturer Volkswagen
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Importance of Seat Engine Number
The Seat engine number is important because it helps to identify the engine and its specifications. The engine number provides information about the model year, manufacturing plant, and type of engine. This information is important for maintenance and repair purposes as it helps to ensure that the correct parts are used for the engine.
Seat Engine Number Decoder
Decoding the Seat engine number is a straightforward process. The first three digits of the engine number represent the engine code, which is used to identify the type of engine. The fourth and fifth digits represent the model year, while the sixth and seventh digits represent the manufacturing plant. The remaining digits provide additional information about the engine, such as the specific production line and the production date.
As a matter of course, SEAT vehicles are built using VW engines. In these vehicles, the engine number is also an 8 or 9-character code.
a) 2 letters / 6 numbers e.g.: PT021409
b) 1 number / 1 letter / 6 numbers e.g.: 1Z594703
c) 3 letters / 6 numbers e.g.: AFB109610
d) 3 letters / 1 letter / 5 numbers e.g.: ALHM42174
The Seat engine number sometimes has an asterisk on both sides; sometimes none at the beginning, and sometimes none at all. There can also be spaces between individual blocks.
!!!!The engine numbers of new models have no asterisks and no spaces!!!!!
N.B: The Seat engine number is normally stamped by needle, using an NC (numerically controlled) machine and the dot-matrix process. If the needle point breaks off, the unfinished number is ground out and the number stamped by hand.
According to the engine attribution list, the new Seat engine identification letters have 4 characters (starting with CAGA). The last letter however merely stands for the performance level. This letter is not stamped onto the engine block.
(e.g., engine identification letters CAVE; what is actually stamped on = CAV 123456)
Newer engines also have a sticker with the corresponding engine number.
Example: A sticker from an Altea
SEAT engines
Sorting by SEAT engine identification letters means organizing SEAT engines based on their unique identification codes or letters assigned to them by the manufacturer. These identification letters help distinguish between different engine types, variants, and models. By sorting engines based on these codes, it becomes easier to identify, compare, and differentiate between SEAT engines.
Sorted by engine identification letters:
AAU – AZV          BAH – BZG           CAGA – RP
Sorted by kW:
33 – 66          74 – 99              100 – 195
The Seat engine number is an important identification code that is assigned to every Seat car engine. This number helps to identify the engine and its specifications, such as the model year, manufacturing plant, and type of engine. By understanding the importance of the Seat engine number, its location, and how to decode it, you can ensure that your Seat car receives the correct parts and maintenance it needs to run smoothly.
