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I just wanted to give a shout out to DYERNOSTICS, near Bodmin. Our head gasket (2.4L, 2007) went a couple of months ago and Dyernostics was one of the only local places happy to look at it. They were extremely knowledgeable about the Alphard and gave us some great advice about general maintenance. The repair came in on budget and on time, they kept us up to date throughout and they even fixed some other little niggles on the way. A nice chap and highly recommended. I will be using them for services from now on. Jobs a good’un.

I'm a new owner of an 2013 Hybrid and i'm just searching relevant inf and documentation ref my model, so far i have the attached, if anyone else have any other, please share you never know when you need it maintenance-schedule.pdf auto-service-repair-manuals-and-wiring-diagrams-pr.pdf toyota-alphard-vellfire-em2441e-overall-electrical-wiring-diagram.pdf Toyota-ALPHARD-VELLFIRE-EM2441E-Relay-Locations-pdf.pdf Alphard-2-Vellfire-20-2008-2015-fuse-and-relay.pdf CAMSHAFT-VALVE-TOYOTA-ALPHARD-VELLFIRE-HV.pdf ALPHARD-VELLFIRE-Service-sheet.pdf hybrid-vehicle-dismantling-manual-for-ath20.pdf Alphard-20-Manual-pdf.pdf

Some people got robbed! Ours cost about £300 labour and parts under £100 Parts we got ourselves from here Your aftermarket parts specialist | GT4-Play

Hi, Had mine replaced last year as part of the MOT Test[I had previously purchased the new bushes]. Labour cost sensible as always. Red Post Garage, Bude, Cornwall.

Hi everyone! On a legal note, if the garage has done something, they clearly have as you presumably drove it in and now it won't start, to cause this damage, then the responsibility will be on them to put you back in the position you were when you took your vehicle to them. Did they do some electric welding, without disconnecting the battery, to be able melt the ECU? Or what other manner have they managed to short out some electrical circuits, without fuses and other protection devices doing their jobs, in order to cause that level of damage - "inside the ECU had melted"!! As Picasso says, there are several ECU's on them, but I guess it must be the main one to have the problem with the immobiliser, and not be able to read anything from the OBD port, which is pretty jolly serious. Has the ECU actually melted, have you seen this? I do not know, so this is a question for anyone out there, if a new ECU is plugged in, will it know any fault codes on a "new" to it vehicle? I'm guessing now, but will it read the normal parameters from the car, and report anything "off schedule"? But would a new ECU need programming to the car? Beyond my knowledge and skill set that one! Do not be too nice about this, it can bite you on the backside, if you tow it away, and they try to wash their hands of it.

hello peter try simon contract mechanics 01926-612932 07551578462 give him a call say lee gave you his number great genuine guy he will look after you if he dont answer the phone leave a voice message and name and number he will call you back works on his own or drop a text message he will all ways reply or you can try stuart spencer autos in dudley i bought my alphard off him and he also does repairs

may aswell add the rear handbrake shoes oe no. 4655028020 crosses to herth and buss J3512004 brembo S 83 542 what i will do when i get time is do a spreadsheet of all part no.s and cross reference no.s for all the service parts for each alphard / vellfire this will make it lot easier for all the members and see if there is a way we can add it to the forum .

We have the complete list of wiring diagrams for up to the 2008 series Alphard both models. Same wiring on both the hybrid and non hybrid. SRS.pdf Smart Entry and Start System Wireless Door Control lock.pdf Smart Entry and Start System Steering Lock.pdf Smart Entry and Start System push start button.pdf Smart Entry and Start System - Immobiliser.pdf Smart Entry and Start System.pdf Seat Belt Warning.pdf Rear number 1 seat.pdf Front Passengers seat.pdf Drivers Power Seat.pdf Power outlet.pdf Internal Lighting.pdf Illumination.pdf Combination Meter.pdf Backup Light.pdf AC.pdf Door Control Wiring.pdf Parking Assist.pdf sound system.pdf

Hi all. After trying unsuccessfully to find someone to supply and code a replacement fob for my Vellfire I thought I would just do it myself. I bought a used key on eBay and to my surprise the diagnostic tool at my work successfully coded it. I also managed to access all the customised options, so I now have silent electric doors and full window opening / closing on the fobs. It’s amazing how many options etc you can change / customise on these cars. If anyone needs help doing this around Bristol, feel free to drop me a message.

I have received your DM, thank you. As far as I can tell this company is not connected, or affiliated, to any other companies that have been reported to this Forum. However, I did find another company which appears to have close links with the now defunct Sugoi Campers. If you have gas installed I would get a Gas Safety Certificate for your van; mainly to check the integrity of the installation. There is much advice I could offer prospective purchasers, of vans and /or conversions. The main one is Do Your Homework. Companies House is an excellent resource for facts (as opposed to opinions). Trustpilot is excellent for both facts and opinions.

Hello George, Thank you for reporting this to The Membership I need to do some research on this company. We have had several complaints about certain companies in Southampton; NOT necessarily convertors. I will try to investigate this company to ascertain whether there is any connection with other 'suspect' companies in that area. My standard response on issues like this is take photos, gather evidence, and report your findings to Trading Standards; and any motoring organisations the company may claim to have membership of. You could, possibly, seek the advice of a solicitor with a view to suing the company for all your additional expense. Finally, perhaps you should have returned the vehicle to the convertor (as supplied) and demanded some form of restitution. However, I fully understand why you may not feel that is an appropriate course of action.

Problem solved! Garage released jammed floor runner so all good now. Thanks for support.

Some of the prices people have been charged are daylight robbery. When mine had to be changed I got Febi bushes (TAB-226) off eBay and my local garage quoted for 3 hours labour, £225 + vat, unfortunately for them, it took 5 hours due to how rusted in they were, but they honoured the quote. Ideally, the tool set makes removing and refitting the bushes easier, the set is available on eBay, but I read that someone did it on their drive by burning the bushes out and using a homemade tool to press the new bushes back in. There is a set method for the final tightening of the bolts and if it is not followed it puts the bushes under stress so they are likely to fail quicker than normal

Hi everyone. I installed android player to my car since 2022. Before this I never bother about the extra function using canbus box because my car didn't come with 18 unit speaker. Last year I make a study about the function of canbus and make some modification. 1) I bought the socket for meter 40pin. This socket connect to canbus box and HU. Original for other car. 2) I change the connection point to 13&14 follow the diagram 3) then I bought canbus Toyota from raise. 4) after that setting the HU You can get information like - parking trajectory - door information - parking radar - outdoor temperature - millage odometer - average consumption

3.0 are known for it they rust them selves in the shoulder of the starter motor is smouth slides in but over time they get stuck in i have known people to brake the starter motor to get it out

all 4 sensors are the same on 3.0 v6

Hello Wendy, I am so sorry to hear of your plight. I respectfully suggest you contact Trading Standards in Plymouth (and possibly Citizens Advice) regarding liability for these issues, and formally report the issue. The fact that you have photographs can only be helpful. Do you have any receipts from the original garage ? If so, I imagine Trading Standards will be very interested in those as it establishes a timeline. Additionally, I request that you identify the (original) garage responsible for the meltdown by PRIVATE MESSAGE (which is private) to me and not through the regular forum pages. Just following on from Lee, Picasso, I had an ECU for a Ford repaired at reasonable cost; but, from your description yours is unlikely to be repairable. However, some outlets will sell reconditioned items without a trade in.

Hi Malik, sorry I've just sold my handbook. Cheers, Colin

Hi last year I got my Alfie's starter motor repair for 95GBP in Stoke on Trent. That's including repair and taking it from the car and putting back together. Bit far from Midlands but you could find a shop that does only those repairs in Midlands.

you could just change the solenoid contacts rather than the whole unit

Yes, I wait for the registration done with the Reg Number issued before they can offer a quote for me.

Hey Tony. I ordered a new cable off AliExpress that has a lead that plugs into the OBD reader. I haven't tried it yet cause I am upgrading to a 15 inch head unit. I have Raise canbus decoder which should all work together to give me the extra features. There is a post on this forum of somebody who tapped into the cables going to the speedo unit, because all the info goes to there aswell, but im not brave enough to do that. If the cable doesnt work, i can just unplug lol

Hybrid Battery Repair in Glasgow: https://hybridbatteryrepair.co.uk/contact/ His name is Fraser, and he is excellent. He knows the Alphard hybrid battery system very well. I used him a couple of years ago to replace my cells with upgraded ones. He has a very detailed diagnostic program, and he is very experienced with Alphards specifically. Best of all, I found him to be a very genuine, honest and trustworthy man. I think the quote above of £1750 is probably accurate, as I paid £1600 a couple of years ago. However, he will first run his diagnostics and then let you know his assessment and what your options are. I hope this helps to have an opinion from someone here in Scotland who has used him.

My hydraulic Citroens (GS(A)s and BXs) had virtually no brake pedal travel - as soon as they were touched they came on, in the case of the rear brakes it would depend on the load in the back as to how much pressure was sent to the brakes. Took some getting used to and needed good tyres.

Neville is correct front pads 0446528520. Front discs. 4351228190 APEC is a very good brand

Wellcome Matthew you got same colour as mine we not to far from each other I’m Coventry if you need any help just ask

Thanks James, I sent them some pictures as they requested, and they confirmed that they can adapt them to swivel. I am on the Scottish Border, so a long way from the Isle of Wight. Once we have made the final decisions about converting, I feel a holiday to the island coming on! Thanks again. Alan

As I was putting quite a few miles on my Alphard I decided to upgrade to a newer model so went looking but the car that jumped out to me was a 2012 Stepwgn ,so I took it for a test drive and all was well a bit nippier than my Alphard and a bit sportier and a little bit better on the mpg but and theres always a but its not as comfy as an Alphard for long drives maybe its because I am old and like the armchair in the Alphard. So after 12 months in the Stepwgn I will start looking for another Alphard or its posh sibling as I do miss the comfort of the 2 ton brick and maybe I am not as sporty as I thought I was last year. Dave.

I got a pack as well from AliExpress that cost me £5 and they fit the bumper and side panels. Gone up a little since but use this one

That sounds like everything - so when the engine is on and you push the end of the cruise control stalk in (towards the steering column) does the green light on the dashboard come on. You can read more on this thread to check everything:

2.4L have a timing chain, it just needs regular oil changes

I have brimmed the tank today and reset the count, we will see where it goes from here, which ever way it's a great vehicle

Can also find the maintenance manual here. http://zatonevkredit.ru/repair_manuals/viewdoc_html/AWHwhg3wBFyj9RK3uOsv

https://www.kolhosniki.ru/toyota&marke=TOYOTA&model=ALPHARD;VELLFIRE&motor=2AR-FE&modelCode=AGH30R&dir=part1

Parking ECU, the sonar sensors, and cameras ( on the higher equipment spec) route through that. The reason it connects to amp is that utilise the drivers side dash speakers

My original reply did not get through here It is again What a coincidence I am currently in the process of changing all the interior room light bulbs to led ones as the current ones get very hot and led do not get hot at all and won't drain the battery as much when parked up . To get access to the bulbs use a very small flat screwdriver and insert it in the side opposite the switch between the base and the top and there is a small catch in there that the tip of the screwdriver releases to enable that side free and the rest of the top them comes out too, then the bulb is found by half turn bulb holder Bit fiddly but keep trying and it will come out.

Hello Dave, Welcome to the Forum.

2.4l uses a chain. I would not worry about it, honestly. Unless you are having some other major engine issue, the chain is the last thing to worry about

Mine is chain driven, but I think 3litre engines are belt driven. Correct me if I'm wrong

Hello Will, Welcome to the Forum. The seat carriers are above the floor level, the sliders (that they run in) are level with the floor. You should consider an 8 seater if you want to reverse the middle seats. A few 7 seaters have, I have read, got reversible middle seats, but are quite rare.

Yes instructions will explain how to fit

They are great cars indeed. Perfectly practical, powerful, gracious and expensive on fuel lol. But a 1st class ride was never the cheapest.

I agree with smurf. New cap is cheap. If it is not sealing, you are reducing the boiling point and losing coolant. Check by loosely wrapping a clean white cloth around the overflow and cap on the reservoir, then checking for pink/red after a drive. You could also have a hairline crack on the reservoir then expands when hot

Don't suppose you have got the the Diagram for a engine temperature sensor? I am bamboozled by why I have nothing on the gauge but appear to have power in the right places and no other things playing up...

You're welcome. You also need MVCI cable. I bought this one which comes the Techstream software and some decent support from the seller: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/124808047632 Alternatively you can run a virtual machine version which doesn't need installation. This is the method described here: https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/how-to-techstream-in-5-minutes.1034923/ I found this to work just as well as the installed version.

Hi yes I have done this to my Alphy. I removed the second row of seats and the carpet installed a laminate floor and built a bed base with storage underneath. I had a custom mattress made and it works great, also cut the table down as it is only me who uses the van. I have attached a photo.

Did some research. Toyotas OEM Wipers for the alphards used blades provided by nippons blade division called NWB (nippon wiper blades) For the 10 series, the fronts are 26"(650mm) and 16"(400mm), with rear being 16"(400mm) For the 20 series, the rear is the same, but the fronts are 30"(750mm)and 14"(350mm) NWB blades are coded D** (** is the 1st 2 digits of the size in mm, E.g. D75 = 750mm) and the rear is GRB40 The 'D' is their design range that use graphite coated rubber. You can buy their HDA or HDB range (the frames are identical, but the rubber blade is coated in varying qualities of water repellant material that coats the glass (better performance with frost/snow)) You CAN buy just the rubber inserts (check that your existing blades are the nippons ones, they should have a metal clip/rail that needs to be removed and reused - the rubbers do not come with this metal part) I bought a set from amazon.co.jp (you can create an account in English) Search term for 10 series is NWB D65 D40 GRB40 Search term for 20 series is NWB D75 D35 GRB40 You can also buy DENSO, which is a decent OEM used by Toyota. Their largest blade, unfortunately, is only 700mm(28") so if you have a 20 series, you will have slightly less coverage on drivers side. DENSO codes are DU-070R (28") or DUR-065R (26") driver side DU-040(16") or DU-35(14") passenger side And DRB-040 rear. For all these wipers, the passenger and rears are about £8 to £12. The drivers side, being much larger is about £22 to £26 These are hook fixings, so any cheapo blade of manufacturers wipers will work if you get the sizes right. The rear blade has a different connector design, so probably best to stick with the NWB or DENSO designs. Opieoils (linked in a previous post) is very competitive of you are buying the denso blades, but you will be limited to a mac size of 28" If you still have the original NWB (Nippon) blades fitted, you can save money by buying the rubbers only, from Toyota, or amazon.co.jp

Thought I'd post my notes here as it may be useful to people in future. I won't post contact details, but it's all easily found on the web. This is for shipping a 2012 (just under 10 years old) from Japan to the UK. Ro-Ro shipping (drive-on/drive-off). Total loss and General Average (if they decide to sacrifice some cargo to save the ship or the rest of the cargo) is covered at a minimum. Charterhouse Limited Quote: £127 This broker claim to specialise in transporting classic cars. They were very fast to respond and seemed knowledgable. I didn't buy at auction so I didn't have an auction report, but they were happy to accept the detailed video inspection the agent in Japan made for me. I went with this quote in the end, not just because it was cheapest but because the coverage seemed more tailored to shipping an individual car. My quote was underwritten by Lloyds. I haven't needed to claim (yet!) so no idea what they're like to deal with at that end. Clegg Gifford Quote: £350 This broker said they will not cover vehicles older than 10 years old, so I had to find the manufacturing date to get them to consider me. There were some other hoops to jump through as I didn't have an auction report, and eventually got stuck on the Japanese registration not being in my name (and no UK reg, obviously). I think I would have been able to source documentation that would have satisfied them but had already gone with Charterhouse by that point. Breathe Insurance Quote: £273 Quite quick to respond. Gave me a detailed insurance quote underwritten by Aviva. Reading the small print I noticed that insurance didn't cover the car when under its own power. As the car has to be driven on and off the ship by the shipping company, I left it at that! Marine Insurance2day Quote: £267 Again, needed to be persuaded that the car was less than 10 years old as they will not cover older cars. The quote was covered by Aviva, but didn't have the same exclusion clause as the one from Breathe. The Insurance Broker Quote: £288 Had the exclusion about being driven under own power except for when being driven on or off the boat. This would include door-to-door insurance if necessary, but I didn't need it. However it did exclude pretty much every type of minor damage or theft I could think of, basically the car would have to be written off for me to claim. Everyone I spoke to was very polite and helpful, but some seemed more at ease dealing with this than others, and some were not able to insure for various reasons. My feeling was that most of them are used to dealing with import companies shipping a bunch of cars, rather than individuals. Hope this helps someone if they're ever in this position.

We use CUVVA app for temp insurance. well worth it £4 for 2 hours on any vehicle. £18 for the whole day you can insurance up to 30 days,