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This article is from the Toyota RAV4 FAQ, by Ralph Becker with numerous contributions by others.

2.3.2) What does the VIN mean?

According to Kelly Malleck <kmalleck@flash.net>:

         Digit 1  - Country
         Digit 2  - Make
         Digit 3  - Vehicle Type
         Digit 4  - Others
         Digit 5  - Line
         Digit 6  - Series
         Digit 7  - Body
         Digit 8  - Engine
         Digit 9  - Check Digit
         Digit 10 - Model Year
         Digit 11 - Plant
         Digits 12-17 - Serial Number

Note: On the RAV4, if Digit 4 is G or X, you have a 2WD;
If Digit 4 H or Y, you have a 4WD.

 

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