1997 Toyota Tacoma Owners Manual - Page 128

Your Toyota's identification-V ehicle identification number -Engine number The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle. This number is on the left top of the instrument panel, and can be seen through the windshield from outside. This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is also on the Certification Label. 2RZ-FE and 3RZ-FE engines 5VZ-FE engine 123