2003 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual - Page 166

'03 Rav4_U (L/O 0208) -Engine number The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle. This number is stamped under the right front seat and top left of the instrument panel where it can be seen through the windshield from the 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 Regulation Label. The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown. 166 2003 RAV4 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM42517U)