Where is the VIN number in Toyota Corolla iM (2017-2018)?

This guide covers where to find the VIN (chassis number) on the Toyota Corolla iM produced between 2017 and 2018, including the quick-check spots and the harder stamped locations used for verification.

Chassis Number Locations

Driver’s Side Door Jamb (B-Pillar)

• Where to look: Open the driver’s door and look on the B-pillar/door jamb for the certification label (sticker) showing the VIN along with tire pressure and manufacturing info.
• Access: Usually easy access; the main issues are poor lighting in the door shut area or a worn/peeling sticker over time.
• Note: This label is typically the quickest VIN check for LHD vehicles.
• Tip: If the jamb is shadowy, scan it directly with the free VIN reader so you don’t misread similar characters (8/B, O/0) in low light.

Windshield (Dashboard Plate)

• Where to look: From outside the car, look through the lower corner of the windshield on the driver’s side, where the dash meets the windshield cowl—you’ll see a metal VIN plate under the glass.
• Access: Easy to see but glare/reflections and dust on the glass can make it annoying to read.
• Note: Best checked in shade or with your body blocking sunlight to cut reflections.
• Tip: If reflections wash out the characters, capture it with your phone using ScanVin.app so you get the VIN instantly without guessing through glare.

Front Footwell Floor / Under-Seat Chassis Stamp (under carpet flap)

• Where to look: The VIN is stamped into the metal floor cross-member under a pre-cut carpet flap near the front seat area.
• Access: Physically awkward—low to the ground, often blocked by floor mats/seat rails, and the stamping can be dirty/corroded. You’ll usually need to lift the carpet flap and clean the metal lightly.
• Note: The example shown is RHD (stamp under the driver seat). For LHD vehicles, check the front footwell floor (commonly on the passenger side for LHD vehicles, but check the driver side footwell if not found).
• Tip: Because it’s dark and uncomfortable to hold steady, use the ScanVin.app flashlight + OCR to scan it in place instead of trying to write it down under the seat.

Engine Bay (Firewall/Cowl Stamping)

• Where to look: In the engine bay, locate the VIN stamped into the metal firewall/cowl area, near the center or slightly offset; it may sit behind/near plastic covers or engine components.
• Access: Harder—often grimy, partially hidden by covers, and lighting is poor deeper in the bay. You may need to wipe the area clean first.
• Note: Use this as a secondary verification point if you suspect tampering.
• Tip: If the stamping is faint under grime, use ScanVin.app High Contrast AI Mode to pull the characters out after a quick wipe-down.

Engine Block Number (stamped on machined surface)

• Where to look: A stamped number is located on a flat machined surface on the engine block.
• Access: Very difficult—typically obstructed by hoses/wiring, and usually covered in grime; not practical unless you know the exact engine layout.
• Note: This is more of an advanced verification check than a day-to-day VIN lookup.
• Tip: If you can’t comfortably get eyes and camera lined up, scan it instead of hand-copying from an awkward angle to avoid transcription mistakes.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: VIN Locations - Toyota Corolla (2014-2018) - YouTube

▶ Watch Toyota Corolla iM VIN Location Guide

• Shows the quick VIN checks on a Corolla (windshield plate and driver door jamb label) in an LHD context.

Video Tutorial: 2017 toyota corolla vin and engine number location - YouTube

▶ Watch Toyota Corolla iM VIN Location Guide

• Shows deeper verification points (under-seat floor stamp, engine bay firewall stamping, and engine block stamping) on an RHD vehicle—mirror the floor check for LHD.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Windshield VIN unreadable: Glare/reflections and dusty glass can hide characters—move to shade, change viewing angle, and clean the outside of the glass.
• Floor/engine stamp hard to read: Dirt, corrosion, or oily grime fills the stamped characters—lift the carpet flap fully, wipe with a rag/brush, and use strong lighting.
• Door jamb sticker issues: The certification label can be damaged or replaced; if it looks tampered with, verify against the windshield plate and stamped locations.

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