Vehicle Identification And Serial Numbers

2004 Lexus GX 470SECTION Vehicle Identification And Serial Numbers
  1. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 
    1. The vehicle identification number is stamped on the vehicle identification number plate and the certification label, as shown in the illustration.
      1. A: Vehicle Identification Number Plate 
      2. B: Certification Label 
    Fig 1: Identifying Vehicle Identification Number Plate
    G03476268Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  2. ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER AND TRANSMISSION SERIAL NUMBER 
    1. The engine serial number is stamped on the cylinder block of the engine, and the transmission serial number is stamped on the housing, as shown in the illustration.
      1. A: Engine Serial Number 
      2. B: Transmission Serial Number 
    Fig 2: Identifying Engine Serial Number
    G03476269Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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