1998 Toyota Sienna Owners Manual - Page 176

name. SIENNA (U) Your Toyota's identification- -Vehicle identification number CAUTION When you load cargo on the roof luggage carrier, observe the following: NOTICE When loading the luggages, be careful not to scratch the surface of the moon roof. D Place the cargo so that its weight is distributed evenly between the front and rear axles. D If loading long or wide cargo, never exceed the vehicle overall length or width. (See "Dimensions" in Part 8 for information on your vehicle overall length and width.) D Before driving, make sure the cargo is securely fastened on the roof luggage carrier. D Avoid sudden starts, sharp turns or sudden braking. 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. D If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, stop the vehicle now and then during the trip to make sure the cargo remains in its place. D Do not exceed 50 kg (110 lb.) cargo weight on the roof rails. However, if the allowable cargo weight of the cross rails is under 50 kg (110 lb.) observe the load limit. 176