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Hi Shaun, Welcome to the Forum. V6 engine, 4.5L. 4.7L including filter 2.4L engine, 4.1L and 4.3L respectively. 10W 30, (or 5W 20 for improved fuel efficiency !according to the Japanese handbook). Oils should comply with API SL/EC, SJ/EC or ILSAC (According to the Japanese handbook).

Perhaps one of the benefits of living in a rural part of the country. I pay £60/hr for my Fords, and £70/hr for my Jaguar specialist at different local garages.

Hi there, Welcome to the Forum. There are companies doing this modification, whether they use the 'Chesterfield' part I do not know. There are general plates available, and specialised ones for your Alphard. Almost certainly, you will need to remove the centre console between the seats to allow the passenger seat to swivel. I believe, you will also need to provide a cover for the 100v invertor. A company on the Isle of Wight (and others) can provide and fit a swivel, which, they told me, works on the drivers side too. The swivels are not cheap ! As another member has mentioned before, these swivels can increase your seat height, which can be a problem for tall passengers ! They are also available for the driver side Good Luck

There is a chap down your way, a mechanic, that specialises on Mazda Bongos. I feel sure he could / would fit your sensors. I forget his name. He's out near Saltram House If you need it, let me know, and I'll search for his details and you could discuss it with him.

If you are thinking of a Pop Top conversion, make sure you understand the cost to fit one, and, as another thread states, avoid vehicles with sun roofs (if considering a Pop Top). There is a recent thread that does mention conversion costs and Pop Top costs. There is a respectable selection of vehicles on sale in the UK, at least to help you understand the purchase prices. Autotrader, ebay, etc. If you are considering a conversion, as opposed to just sleeping in the van, expect a long lead time for that too. Convertors are very busy with the recent increase in popularity of these vehicles, and some conversion parts are hard to source due to reduced factory output. I would expect supply issues in March / April as the new season gets underway. My advice ? Tread carefully, do your research and buy. You won't be disappointed. They are lovely vehicles. Bon Voyage.

I assume you don't have the "sonor" system option fitted to your vehicle. If you do, its located with the air conditioning controls in the lower part of the head unit. There are two "sonors". A small vehicle legend with four green lights. One is a clearance sonor It works well, but when the warning is triggered you will already be very close to some obstacle. There is also a back "sonor". operational when in reverse, with a range of 0.5m to 1,5m I also have to assume you don't have a reversing camera, which are also very useful. Reversing camera kits are widely available. Many Alphards have these fitted as standard. If you have one , your head unit should switch to rear view when you select reverse. You will, of course, need to learn how to use the head unit (unless it has been upgraded to an English one). Much fun getting acquainted with the Japanese lady ! The reversing camera, if you have one, should be just above your rear number plate. A small black box. I believe most mechanics or auto electricians could fit some aftermarket reversing sensor / buzzers. Buying sensors ? Halfords or most Auto Factors. Try the Internet. Good Luck, I hope this has been helpful.

Good morning, Nice to have a happy ending. I would also caution members on changing springs themselves; putting themselves in harm's way. If anything goes wrong, a spring doesn't locate properly in the spring compressor (or moves during compression), or, as in my case (many years ago), a spring compressor fails under compression; a very dangerous situation can occur without notice. If an Alphard is 2 tonnes, each compressor is supporting 500kg minimum. If the tension is released instantly, a lot of damage can occur when that spring hits anything, you included. As Starider says, £62 is a bargain, and much safer than risking yourself. I doubt you can purchase a sturdy compressors for that price !

Hi Bryan, Welcome to the Forum.

55708-58050 for the Gen 2 Ensure you check the drawings yourself.

Amayama seem to have the part listed for 108 usd, plus postage. Look in Cowl panel & windshield glass for Alphard ANH10W. if that is the vehicle you have. Wherever you buy this part you will need the part number. 55708-58010

Yes, unfortunately there are a lot of Toyota dealers like that, but not all. Try some others, Cardiff, Newport ? Parts, if you know the part number, assuming they are not obsolete, should be available from Toyota Direct. I have never used Amayama but they seem to be able to supply most items (but not cheap due to shipping). Have you identified the part number yet ?

Amayama has them for 78 sterling, plus shipping. Send a PM to Picasso, I'm sure he can give you a UK price as a guide.

Hi Austin, There is a tab top left hand side of the main page Try there to start with. If you use on line websites, many will not recognise Alphard; although their respective insurance companies will insure Alphards. Better to phone them is this happens. Good Luck

The epc is mainly for finding the correct part numbers; although there are links to offshore suppliers. Toyota Direct may be helpful as is my local Toyota dealer. There is another way that Picasso told me about. I am trying to get Picasso's information loaded in the Technical section, asap, so we can all refer to it.

There is a very useful thread for Alphard Insurance. Give it a try. Some insurance companies are fine with Alphards; until they are converted. I was with Aviva prior to conversion. Make sure your intended insurance company knows it is converted. The converting company should be able to help as they must encounter these enquiries frequently. Now I'm with Scenic.

Hu Austin, Welcome to the Forum.

Have you looked at toyota/alphard/epc.com

The handbooks by JPNZ are really useful, I would recommend them to everyone; but ensure you get the correct version. As good as they are, they are owners manuals and detail all the switch locations, relays, fluid types, tyres, pressures, etc, etc. etc They are not maintenance manuals, and do not delve into how to fix things. Some threads on here do though. I am informed that JPNZ should be introducing a Maintenance Manual, in English, later this year (2022). What models, it will cover, and how comprehensive it is remains to be seen. In the meantime, can I make a silly suggestion ? Is the traction control switchable on your vehicle ? Is it ON or OFF ? If the TRC is activated it will lead the ECU to reduce engine power (to reduce the wheel slip). Make sure all your tyres are the same size, fitted correctly in terms of direction of rotation, and are at the same correct pressure, and have similar wear. Any non similar tyre circumstances / combinations can cause the TRC to become 'confused' I doubt this will help with the engine management light, but it may help with the traction control. Please note my Alphard is much older than yours and some of these remarks have been harvested from my JPNZ Owners Manual and may not apply to your vehicle.

Have you tried ToyotaAlphardEPC.com. Other than that Picasso will probably advise you. Hoppy New Year

Give us a wave as we all drive by each other. Happy New Year.

Ian, Welcome to the Forum

So it is a relative high miler, for its age. With such a mileage, I doubt changing the auto oil will do any harm. Its condition may be a pointer. I'll be interested to see what Picasso's view is.

Hi Wasi, Welcome to the Forum. If you can answer a few questions it may help members to help you. When wss the vehicle imported ? How long have you had the vehicle ? What is the current mileage ? What petrol are you using ? Is the gearbox 'hunting' between gears while cruising ?

Hi Tricky, Welcome to the Forum. So sorry to hear about your predicament. Won't the 'offenders' insurance company be paying for the damage repair. Hopefully you have it insured for a sensible value. You might want to start collecting some for sale adverts so you will be able to demonstrate its true value.

Welcome to the Forum Yes they are the same. Be aware that many vehicles are modified in Japan, or even on reaching these shores. Lowering of the vehicles is not uncommon. A problem ? No, unless you want to raise it again as it can be quite expensive.