2012 Toyota Prius VFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Vehicle Identification And Serial Numbers

  1. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 
    1. The vehicle identification number is stamped on the vehicle body and on the certification label as shown in the illustration.
      Fig 1: Identifying VIN Locations
      GTY315842Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *1 Vehicle Identification Number *2 Certification Label
  2. ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER AND TRANSAXLE SERIAL NUMBER 
    1. The engine serial number is stamped on the cylinder block of the engine as shown in the illustration.
      Fig 2: Identifying Engine Serial Number
      GTY340282Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *A 2ZR-FXE
      *a Engine Serial Number
    2. The transaxle code is stamped on the case as shown in the illustration.
      Fig 3: Identifying Transaxle Serial Number
      GTY332071Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *A P410
      *a Transaxle Code
Factory Service Tools

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.

Disclosure: Verified tool recommendations may earn an affiliate commission at no cost to you.

Shop Manual-Ready ToolsCompare Repair QuoteQuote Shield Pro

When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.