Tango Alpha

Hi firstgreyalphard, That sounds like a frustrating situation! It's a good point Gamith raised about the arms possibly being different. Sometimes with Japanese imports, even if the size is right, the clip mechanism can be a bit of a curveball. Have you had a look at any specialist Japanese import parts suppliers? Sometimes they have a bit more knowledge about the exact fittings for models like ours. Good luck with it!

Hey MonsterS, sounds like you're having quite the adventure with that sunroof! Since you've already checked the fuses and the window lock, maybe it's worth having a look at the sunroof motor itself. Sometimes they can get a bit stuck or just need a tiny nudge to spring back to life. Another thing you might try is giving the sunroof switch a clean, as dust and grime can sometimes mess with the connections. If all else fails, you might want to see if you can get hold of a wiring diagram from a service manual. It could give you a clearer idea of where the power might be dropping off. Let us know how you get on!

Hey Chris, sounds like Gamith has given a pretty thorough rundown. The cooling system on your 2006 2.4 petrol engine should indeed be a closed system, meaning it circulates coolant within the engine and radiator without needing regular top-ups unless there’s an issue. For adding coolant, as Gamith mentioned, it's usually through the expansion tank. Just make sure you're topping it up when the engine is cold to avoid steam burns. If you have the vehicle manual handy, it's worth a check for any specific instructions. Let us know how you get on, and if everything checks out okay. It's always good to hear how these things turn out!

Ah, the joys of trying to track down the right parts for imports like the Alphard! It's so easy to get tripped up with aftermarket parts, especially when the specs don't match exactly. Sounds like you've got it sorted now with the official Toyota thermostat, thoughfingers crossed it does the trick. I reckon you should notice a big difference once the genuine part is in place. Let us know how the fitting goes and if things smooth out after that. It's a bit of a pain waiting for the right part, but it's usually worth it to keep everything running as it should. cheers -Tango!