Correct tyre size for ANH10W

[will and his alphard]

Hi Everyone,

 

I have recently bought a 2007 2.4 Alphard g (ANH10W)...

 

I bought it with 225/60 r17 tyres fitted... All the forums I have read state 225/55 r17 as standard. 225/55 r17 is also written on the door pillar.

 

I contacted the dealership who said "it's fine, there are various tyres it can have"

 

Can anyone please provide any definitive proof of which tyres SHOULD be fitted please?   

 

(I have checked Speedo with a Satnav and they are almost identical, I have heard of people fitting higher profile tyres for a smoother ride but would just like to know whether the 225/60 r17 is deemed as a modification or if it is deemed acceptable by Toyota)

 

Many thanks,

[Rojie]

1 hour ago, will and his alphard said:

Hi Everyone,

 

I have recently bought a 2007 2.4 Alphard g (ANH10W)...

 

I bought it with 225/60 r17 tyres fitted... All the forums I have read state 225/55 r17 as standard. 225/55 r17 is also written on the door pillar.

 

I contacted the dealership who said "it's fine, there are various tyres it can have"

 

Can anyone please provide any definitive proof of which tyres SHOULD be fitted please?   

 

(I have checked Speedo with a Satnav and they are almost identical, I have heard of people fitting higher profile tyres for a smoother ride but would just like to know whether the 225/60 r17 is deemed as a modification or if it is deemed acceptable by Toyota)

 

Many thanks,

 

Hello Will,

 

Welcome to the Forum.

 

Definitive ? Wow ! Quite assertive.

 

The recommended tyres, according to the Owners Manual, depends on the trim level.

This is largely due to the wheel size fitted by the OEM.

 

So the door pillar states a size, the dealership suggested it is fine, but you need more reassurance.

 

What can our membership say to convince you further ?

 

For a pseudo definitive answer please add your model trim level, and we will try and reassure you.

 

Changing wheel sizes and tyre sizes is not likely to be of any concern to Toyota.

Your insurance company ?  Yes, maybe. Toyota, unless under warranty?  No.

 

Generally, higher profile tyres will soften the ride, and, possibly, increase the roll.

[will and his alphard]

Thanks for the reply,

 

It is a 2007 Alphard 2.4  "g" (not 100% sure of trim level, sorry I'm a newb! Any pointers on how to work this out would be appreciated...) I believe it had 17" rims initially. It still has 17" rims. 

 

Yes, I am mainly concerned regarding the insurance. If having these tyres makes my insurance void I would like to get it sorted asap.

 

If these tyres void my insurance I would like the dealership to replace them under warranty. The dealership obviously aren't keen. If I can prove that they are incorrect I can argue with them (hence wanting a definitive answer). If the tyres are absolutely legit, and don't count as a modification then I am perfectly happy with them.

 

Many thanks,

 

[will and his alphard]

Ps the size written on the pillar is not what it's fitted with... Which got me wondering if they're ok... Just want my insurance to be completely legit!

 

[Rojie]

26 minutes ago, will and his alphard said:

Ps the size written on the pillar is not what it's fitted with... Which got me wondering if they're ok... Just want my insurance to be completely legit!

 

 

Do you know what model trim level you have ?

 

AT, AS, etc.

 

Otherwise send your VIN or registration to Picasso (by Private Message if you prefer) and ask him to search for your model number.

 

I don't think, imho, insurance companies are over interested in tyre wheel combinations provided they are close to the OEM, and not the cause of an accident.

However wheel offset is important.

 

The offset is normally stamped on the inside of the wheel; convenient, I know.

 

I'll check the handbook for 17 inch wheels, and get back to you.