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Just to add. No one on Japanese forums, russian forums or English future have been able to remove this hard limit without replacing the entire ecu, or using external circuitry that alters the speed value into the ECU. An aftermarket cruise controller can accomplish this by emulating the throttle input.

I bought the car with an Android head unit already installed. It has the factory 18-speaker system, but it looks like the previous installer bypassed the amplifier. I’ve ordered the MOST system from AliExpress and am eagerly waiting for it to arrive, hoping it will allow the speakers to work properly again. In the meantime, I’m trying to figure out how to get the roof monitor working. I’ve seen some mentions of pins 1 and 2, but I’m not sure exactly where they are, what they connect to, or what needs to be done overall. If anyone can shed some light on this or point me in the right direction, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks in advance for any help.

So as a starter. I sent my car to Car Pro in Tokyo for full ceramic coating and full check over. I sent my R34 GTR there on a regular basis but they go through the full car and the requirements you need are outlined in the discussions. The car has been serviced very 6months from new so it’s in good health. Rays will deliver the wheels (around 4k delivered if you in the UK) but Rays will deliver these after the Tokyo Auto Salon. (Jan) Retrim has been ordered via Robson Leather in Tokyo so expect some additional mods. Brakes have been ordered (as an upgrade) so watch this space. HKS have supplied all the filters, and additional suspension. It’s made to order, so ETA is March

Hi all, I’ve got a 2012 Alphard G 4wd. I take the family camping and chuck my canoe on the top occasionally and still find opportunity to get the car stuck. Has anyone looked into fitting an lsd or the diff locker options provider by ARB etc? I’d be happy with lsd, electronic/air lockers. Going to do some research but just wondering if anyone had done it already to save me the effort. Cheers

Does anyone have a REAR (sideways) conversion in a 20 series? Been researching this idea, but have only come across 10 series models with it done. Is it not possible, due to 20 series not having rotating middle row seats? Thanks.

The Japanese use a different upper and lower frequency band. You can buy an expander, that retunes UK into Japanese frequency. They cost about £15. The satnav will not work. It is designed for the Japanese satellite orbits. Your options are to use a mobile phone, connected via Bluetooth for audio, and use phone screen for satnav, and if you have unlimited data, a radio streaming app. You could also use a carplay adaptor, again it will rely on a data plan on your phone. Last is to replace headunit. You have choices of 'dumb' headunits that are just radio/cd, or full blown multimedia usually running on android.

Hi Looking for some advice had our alphard for a week or so getting my head arround the head unit Can't get many radio stations Navigation not working It is a 2013 ggh20 alphard with 6 speakers in roof rear screen also 360 camera Can I get more radio stations ever and will the nav ever work If I change unit what will I loose Thanks in advance for any input

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Yes. Its had the headunit and rear screen replaced with a 'Tesla' style unit which will be in English. It has the 18 speaker system and electric seat pack (heated seats, memory, middle row electric seats with ottomans) Much better than your last

Did you try this?

Does this seem a good deal .... Toyota Vellfire 2012 2.4L G EDITION 73353 miles DUAL SUNROOF (HOT & COOL BOX ) 40 MONTHS GOLD WARRANTY 12MONTHS AA BREAKDOWN COVER (Handler protect Gold) £12700 Fresh import, no underseal

This restriction exists because, until recently, the maximum statutory speed limit on Japan's national motorways was strictly 100 km/h (approx. 62 mph). Consequently, Toyota hard-coded the cruise control logic in the Alphard's ECU to cap at roughly 109–115 km/h (approx. 68 mph) to ensure compliance with domestic safety regulations. Removing this is difficult because the limit is not a simple toggle in the software settings; it is embedded deep within the ECU's fuel maps and cruise logic. Bypassing it typically requires installing a specialised aftermarket "cruise control unlocker" (such as a Pivot 3-Drive unit) or a complex custom ECU re-flash, as standard diagnostic tools cannot alter this hard-coded safety parameter.

NANOE button turns on an air purifier for your car cabin. It releases microscopic water particles through the vents that work to: Eliminate Odors: Removes food, smoke, and sweat smells. Fight Germs: Reduces airborne bacteria, viruses, and mold. Moisturize: Helps prevent dry skin and hair caused by the air conditioning.

I'm too OCD to buy something that will leave a tiny mark on my windscreen. I tried replacing mine with the Bosch ones but they were too small. I am now due to get a replacement for the back so will commence my research. Will check out what bodekUK suggested.

You may find this video useful about my private purchase directly from Japan:

My first UK service was carried out by Toyota in Cambridge. Very knowledgable guys. At the time of my appointment, they had 2-3 other Vellfires/Alphards in the courtyard. I've had the full service and diff oils changed. The only thing they didn't get time to change was the gearbox oil. They turned out cheaper than my local garage!

Hi has any one used this company see they do a lot of up grades for stereo sat nav many thanks in advance bob

My issue is the heater stopped controlling between max & min, and the only way round that I’ve found is to have it full on or off via temp. selector. This makes me think the issue is a disc problem. Dirty or worn? Summertime job methinks, we need a heater up north at the moment! My control method is full heat & windows open if necessary 🙃 Excellent video, thanks!

All is well, new blades arrived via eBay very speedily & rear fitted no problem. Supplier Heyner UK Ltd. All look very good quality, price £25.97

A little more detail on the technique - do NOT remove the wiper blade! Thereby keeping the metal off the glass!

Wiper arm pullers are available quite cheaply if it does become difficult to remove. Link

Only the OEM stereo will give you the hybrid info sadly

Does anyone have a part number for the actuator assembly? It turns out the reason for my lack of hot air in the cabin wasn't a faulty actuator (as the above fixes), but both of them being missing! I assume they were harvested for another vehicle by a previous owner. I can see quite a few subtly different actuators online but without a part number I'm not sure which ones to get. I have a 2005 2.4l.

Thanks Pete, I will investigate this weekend. Does the cover just clip in & out? I don’t want to break it.