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Is a cheap OBD port dash mount speedo acceptable for an IVA test?

As you are in Scotland, Hybrid Battery Repair based out of Glasgow seem to get reviews from Alphard hybrid owners. https://hybridbatteryrepair.co.uk/ One of the most common faults is the hybrid coolant pump failing. If the lights aren't on when started from cold and then they come on after a short drive, this could be an indicator of a coolant issue. An easy way to check is to take the cap off the hybrid coolant radiator (the pressure cap on the right hand side when standing in front of the car) and you should be able to see the coolant level bobbing about with the engine running. If not the electric coolant pump has likely failed. Don't take the cap off when warmed up unless you like hot steam on your skin 🥴

Just bought a 2011 Vellfire, it originally had an Alpine x08s system which, unfortunately, the dealer replaced with a crappy double din no-name unit. Looking to upgrade speakers as well, does anyone have a wiring diagram and details of speaker sizes that may help? There's also an Alpine screen in the rear although I don't think I'll bother trying to get that working. 2011 3.5 Gold model - GGH20 Thanks in advance.

I Just need some new clips for mine anybody got a link to a supply. I have looked for generic clips on EBay & Amazon but they don’t fit. Regards Jon.

Interesting Thread. Im also in the position where the car came with a replacement Android screen - so I have no idea what model it came with, Chatgpt seems to think it was 08545‑00R40 I do know it has 18 speakers, amp and subwoofer - im curious to see what can be made to work. Browsing Aliexpress for the MOST box, I see this. Skyfame MOST box . It has different options - Full set free most, Full set Big plug, Full set small plug.. None of this means anything to me! Any advice on which option to go with?

Additional photos now its in UK Full walk around video is available.

Full walk around video available. Car is undergoing preparation and registration.

Some updated photos now it has landed. Full preparation underway. Photos are how it arrived from transport. So requires a wash. Full walk around video available.

Hi again So I did the reset 5 days ago. Probably opened/closed the door 40 times since then. No issues - until today! So what would the next steps be?

I've had a look through recent posts with advice and wondering if I might get some too, as a n00b. I'm off to see a 2017 2.4 petrol hybrid. There are posts saying "avoid pre 2008 hybrids as they can have issues", any experience in the later models ? Is it possible to drive it if the hybrid fails (eg. read somewhere of an inverter failure)? Its got lots of bells and whistles, which is great, but like the power doors it does leave more to go wrong. Are powered seats, with or without massager (!) things best avoided too? In any case, hoping to be a fully fledged member soon and looking forward to some adventures. Thanks

thanks buddy Lusso are based in Yorkshire think there main works are VW`s but they said they have done Alphard/Vellfires, probably the nearest one to me but im willing to travel

Hi Wayne, Welcome to the Forum. I am not aware of Lusso, but the other two are first class.

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Hi guys looking at having my 2014 Vellfire converted to a day van trying to gather quotes im based in Warrington cheshire ive had contact with Northstar conversions, newdawn conversions and just in contact with Lusso campervan conversions has anyone got any feedback from these companies thanks also if anyone has a day van conversion could show me some pics cheers

Have you got one? Fit it yourself or take it to a Toyota Garage.

I’m after a 2005 2.4ltr rear exhaust silencer. I’m on the south coast near Brighton and can’t find a garage willing or able to supply and fit one… Any recommendations please? Cheers Kerrie

Hi, any luck? I’m after a 2005 2.4ltr rear exhaust silencer. I’m on the south coast near Brighton and can’t find a garage willing or able to supply and fit one…

My recent issues with leisure battery led to the electrician who fitted control unit to emphasise have the fridge OFF excepted when on hookup power supply. His experience declared fridge on leisure battery only can drain it too quickly.

BTW I'm talking engine batt, no other batt powered devices! Not long after we got our ‘02 2.4 van I got a no start situation, all dead no lights etc. Under bonnet check revealed very slightly loose positive terminal connection, (eyelet on cable to battery post clamp slightly loose. Nipped up & all was well. Recently van is used as 2nd vehicle and problem arose again & more often + both terminals this time. Spring washers sourced & during fitting noticed battery moving slightly on tray. Close inspection revealed with a bit of effort it would move rotationally quite a bit, home made extension noted on clamp bracket leading to discovery that battery was far bigger than mounting tray! It’s a 70A/hr unit and I haven’t referred to standard spec yet. Main issue was to get it solidly held in place. 7mm wide cable ties fitted at one end but shape of tray support stymied opposite end, but it’s SOLID now.

Greetings, Our Eco camper Olly has developed what we understand is a Hybrid system fault (please see picture). Can anybody steer us in the right direction. Our local garages (AME being one of them) don't have the Japanese diagnostic tool. Many thanks in advance, Shazza n Phil

common codes that come up for the 3.0v6 is air maf sensor and oxegen sensor there is 4 on the 3.0 its mainly the fronr ones that go.

Great thanks mate

Well done for figuring it out. Yeah, i suggested the bridging method over a year ago now, I'm glad it is still of use - the most system being a loop can throw people a bit, especially if they are replacing the rear media screen.

Wiring diagrams will be available on Toyota gsic system, you'll have to pay for access. It's too new for anyone to have 'leaked' the diagrams online.