Rojie

Thanks, Looks good for summer use. I haven't yet got to checking all the measurements yet; with winter coming it is not a high priority. I was hoping to get one that fits over the tailgate while it's open. I have seen some at silly prices (£1200!) but nothing that meets the good fit / price compromise. Riemo do some; in fact everyone does them for VWs. One of the major benefits of VW ownership. But. I love my Alphie.

Hi Charlie, I think the G and V are different distribution channels in Japan. Each offered slightly different vehicles (eightseaterblog.com for details) to differentiate their products. I think the MZ, MX, MS, AX. AS, etc are the basic trim levels before the many options that can be specified.

I believe he is. I still haven't found ours yet ! Also in a (large) garage

To add to starider's detailed info The 'other' handbook', FRO3035 covers all the above. Without having a copy of FRO396, I can only assume the content is the same. These handbooks are ONLY for 2002 to 2008. To complicate matters the page numbering FRO3035 is not quite perfect. The page numbering begins Hybrid 1 through Hybrid 67. Then begins from page 1 on the normal (non Hybrid) models. Page numbering ends at 304, but, the pages continue. I hope you are all following this as there is a test at the end ! Page numbering resumes at 333 and ends again at 353 But pages 303 through 332 are there, just not numbered ! The specification pages cover 14 4wd models and 14 2wd models. And no, I am not going to list them all ! So, if you don't have a Hybrid go for FRO396 If you do have a Hybrid go for FRO3035 These handbooks are ONLY for 2002 to 2008. Other manuals are available for 2008 onwards.

Have you contacted him ? I got the impression he does more than one type. Maybe it is worth risking £20 or so with one of the other people who claim they can solve the issue. Nothing ventured ....

Hi Clive, Welcome to Alphie ownership. There are loads of threads on here regarding Alphie radios. Many of the replacement units will not restore the steering wheel controls. Sounds lie you already have a replacement unit if the steering controls don't work. It may be helpful to others if you give more details of your vehicle and the current head unit. Many 'upgrade' to Xtron units. Have a good read of this forum and you will soon discover which work well (and keep steering controls) and which don't. If you have front cameras you are likely to lose them with most replacement units. Try Ben Hau in Birmingham. he is on ebay, does a conversion for £400 or so. Good Luck

Hi Jenny, Well it seems you are making progress ...... Beware the "can be reset to English". If it IS in English that is a different matter. Good news is that you have achieved that already. Just the password problem to overcome now ! Did you scan youtube for Basharat Ahmad yet ? He is the author of a video where he can, I think, provide you with the radio key (for free). I would not be rushing to Halfords either. Their interest will be to sell you one of their units. IHMO, there are far more suitable units available elsewhere if you choose to upgrade. Again, I suggest you invest some time on this forum, as the radio replacement is a VERY common topic.

If you have two switches, you will have two separate fuses. Check my 'history' as somewhere in there it identifies the location of the separate fuses.

Thank you Picasso. This should help other owners order the right one. Mine does have loads of Hybrid info, but, I suspect, all the same info as the 396 version on the petrols. Perhaps Picasso could comment on this. Apart from the inclusion of the Hybrid, are the two manuals identical ?

How many door switches do you have in the console ? Mine has one per door. Not all Alphies have two electric sliding doors.

Hi Jenny, It seems you are right, the radio code id locked. This is all new ground for me. There seems to be several (at least) youtube videos that can help you. Most of them have a charge; surprising ! However, I found one, that appears not to. Scan youtube for Basharat Ahmad. If your unit is a NDDN-W57 he seems to offer a method for unlocking your unit. Good Luck, hope it works for you. Please let me know.

Hello Jenny, The last photo may be very useful. Maybe someone on the forum will recognise it. It have heard talk of the aux input. Unfortunately, it is not the same as the one I have fitted. It looks quite modern unit. Referring to my ever present English Owner's manual doesn't help either. There are several units in it, but this isn't one of them. I can't quite read the type number in the lower rhs, but am assuming it is 76032. I assume, if this weren't locked, it will have a CD / DVD player (and maybe a MD0 once the screen is lowered. Be patient. Pressing the open button is getting you nowhere I assume. I'll see what else I can come up with. Best for now.

I have one published by JPNZ Manuals and the part number I have for the 2002 to 2008 is FRO 3035. About £25, and worth ever penny.

Jenny, IF it is a radio, and I can't imagine what else it is, it won't work in the UK without a Frequency Expender. If it is a GPS, that won't work either. If it is a bluetooth unit, you may be able to get GPS and Radio though your phone. Do you have a VTR input on the rear of the centre floor mounted console ? I recently saw someone hooking up through the RCA inputs, but you need a cheap adapter and a USB supply.

Wow Jenny, Not seen one of these before. Is it branded Toyota ? Is there a type number on the front bezel. I can see W57' what is the whole number ? At least you have an Aux input ! Is this screen the start up screen ? Is this the only screen you can get ?

Mine was a 3.5 C C before Naeem 'tarted' it up ! I am REALLY pleased with it, irrespective of rating. I have found some very minor niggles that Naeem was cleverly concealing. I have had a quote to correct the trivial leather marks. My main disappointment was the keys. The Master key had no 'inards'; which I thought was very 'sneaky'. All fixed now though. I am more than satisfied. I am aware of the Royal Lounge, and the later models, and, frankly, I find the 2005 to 2008 MZG the best of all of them. Some of the newer models have features, whether you like them or not, that limit the scope for conversion. IF I was removing the middle seats, that bureau in the Royal Lounge would be VERY desirable. I will send you photos, privately, when my conversion is completed. Got any new wheels yet ? Enjoy your Alphie. Rojie

Much better now, Charlie. Also explains why (USS) why your auction rating was lower than you thought it should have been. As yours was a USS, maybe mine is too. I am certainly very happy with it. Only discovered a couple of small surprises. I would buy again from Naeem, but he seems to have moved more upmarket now. No MZG's left. I'll try and translate your sheet with the Google app, just because I'm nosy! I am sure I looked it over just before you bought it. 10k miles already ! I have done less than 1000. My Maple veneered panels finally arrived ! Hope to start my conversion late next week with wood preparation, then machining. Some parts becoming difficult to get with the increasing popularity of the Alphies. I have my hob and sink unit, will maybe wait to buy a fridge as I don't need one now until spring. Build then bedding ! HAPPY MOTORING. Roger

Just to add to nov's entry.... The link works fine. You will need to create an account. You will need to enter the vehicle code exactly as it is in the vehicle. My auction sheet has a slightly different syntax; just different enough to stop it working. Cost of report is 3,500 Yen. About £23 at today's corporate rate. I'll be buying one for sure.

Hi Nov, very interesting. Are you suggesting that the Japanese Ministry will provide the translation. Fantastic, if true, I'll be in contact with them asap. I would be interested in my service history.

Hi Shawn, I am no auto expert but have driven autos for 30 years, or more. IMHO, it is not a good practice to coast an auto gearbox. I am sure I read somewhere why (but cannot remember the reason). Similarly, and possibly for the same reason. vehicles with autos should not be towed with the drive wheels rotating. Hopefully an auto expert will explain whether it is OK, or not. With injected engines you won't be saving much fuel as the fuel is virtually switched off on engine overrun.

Hi Charlie, I just scanned Google for Japanese Auction Sheets, and got several hits that should get you started. Prestige Motorsport seems a good start. Hope this helps.

Hi again, I doubt this is clear enough for anyone to read it ! Some time ago I came across an article (in English) that explained how to read these auction sheets. I may take me some time to find it, but if I can I'll let you know. Can you read the body section where it shows and describes the 'faults' marks, dents, etc ?

Monster is correct. Looking at my manual again. The passenger side in cabin, fuse for the power slide is fuse 15, 10 Amp. It should be marked ECU IG. It is the leftmost on the lower row. It is also a mulitfunction fuse and protects the ABS, power slide door and cruise control. The tail gate is fuse 7, 30 Amp and is in the same fuse box. Middle of top row. I believe access to the fuse box needs you to remove the lower glove box, easy to do (with a video on you tube). Best wishes and good luck.

I assume you mean sliding doors.... The tailgate is another fuse. Try the fuse box by the drivers seat in the cabin for the sliders. Fuse appears to be second from left, bottom row. 10 Amp. Fuse location should be marked GAUGE. HOWEVER, this fuse also powers the Engine Computer, clearance and back sonors. So if the engine starts, it isn't the fuse. This info is from my English manual. But it is not clear whether this is 4 cylinder or V6. Hope this helps. Good luck.

Stuart, What engine do you have ? Fuses are different on 2.4 litre and 3.0 litre.