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Which service. Scheduled services are normally based on mileage covered. You do not say where you are based. Imho, a far better question would be "Where will I get it serviced?"

Hello Beverley, In my opinion, you are very unlikely to have a LSD fitted. If you send your VIN (or registration) to Picasso he can probably check for you. Interestingly, this infprmation is not on page 312 of the JPNZ Owners Manual that I have. Which manual are you referring to ?

Hello Victor and Partner, Welcome to the Forum. Happy Camparding.

I doubt it applies to the front wheel drive cars as they have no rear transmission. Which page are you referring to ? So we can read about it and decide whether it applies to 4wd and Hybrids

Hello Daniel, Welcome to the Forum.

Hello Anne, Welcome to the Forum.

For the benefit of all members. There are many ways to acquire parts, as noted above. I just wanted to point out that Toyota Direct is an option, once you have the part numbers. Toyota Direct will not find the part numbers for you. There is, of course, the Toyota Alphard epc; which hasn't been mentioned on the forum recently. IF, you have a (Alphard) friendly local Toyota dealer they will get the part number for you, and, probably source it for you; not normally the cheapest option.

Can you provide a link please for members ?

Have you considered getting OEM pads from Toyota Direct. If they are the same as fitted on any other Toyota your local dealer should have them or be able to get them very quickly. As has been mentioned above; the MOT is the acid test. Pass that, as you must, and the rest is your 'feel' for the brakes and yyour personal preference.

Hi Chris, Did you notice it's American ? it may be difficult to get.

Brake fluid is hydroscopic, it absorbs moisture. It is important to keep the cap on the brake reservoir tightly; and any brake fluid you may have at home. If the brakes are 'spongey', need pumping, I think a brake fluid change will improve the braking efficiency. Furthermore, brake fluid that has absorbed moisure can be very dangerous. Under severe braking, the brake fluid will get hot, and the moisture absorbed within in it can boil. The nearer the moisure is to the disc, the higher the tendency to 'boil' You cannot compress hydraulic fliud, or water (but you can increase the pressure of both), but water vapour can be compressed. Changing your brake fluid is not expensive. If the brakes have a better feel it's money well spent; if they don't at least you know the fluid is not the cause.

Hello Michael, The bushes are, as I am sure you know, a common maintenance issue. Not an easy job either, but most capable mechanics should be able to complete the job. So, another 60k miles before they need replacing again. Happy Alpharding.

Hello Calwu, You and Dan should check your tyre wear. I have read that uneven tyre wear and/or pressuree can effect the wheel speed sensing on 4wd vehicles. The tyres should be all of identical size and manufacture; and best to stay with the original tyre / wheel size combination; ie no larger wheels or lowering of the vehicle. At least it is a place to start your investigation

Braided brake pipes may help. I agree with the others; the brakes can feel a little soft. Of course you need to consider your driving style too. Comparison with other vehicles, although quite natural, may not be the best approach. I have another car with Brembo brakes, so any comparison I make is largely meaningless. Perhaps your VWs do have better brakes. Presumably you have checked the fluid level. Changing the fluid can do no harm. Are the disc rotors a little thin ? I respectfully suggest you find any empty car park and do some familiarisation stops. Try and sit closer to the pedals if you comfortably can, and try and avoid a (partially) reclined driving position. When is your MOT due ? I am sure your local guys can perform an objective brake test for you. Good Luck, I hope you find them satisfactory.

Hello Henry, Welcome to the Forum. Please send your VIN to Picasso. He will do what he can to help. You can send a personal message if you prefer. Onnea

Is Coventry too far ?

Agreeing with Chris, you should also consider where you will get the hybrid system checked, diagnosed, and repaired; should that become necessary. Do not assume that (most) Toyota dealers will help you, they won't. Even if they would, the cost would be considerable. Read all about it (Michael Brown) on this forum. Michael spent a small fortune but was very safified with the outcome, if not the expense !

Have you checked for recommendations in the servicing section of this Forum.

Any motorcycle shop will sell small stick-on reflectors.

There are some parking locations near me with excessive camber (or poor road laying skills). You must remain aware and cautious and avoid them. You could raise the height of the vehicle, which I would not recommend; and that appraoch is very expense.

Hello Charlotte, Most (if not all) Alphards/Vellfires have reclining seats, front and middle. Regarding the Welcab, a fantastic piece of equipment; but make sure you know where you will get it serviced / repaired. They are not common and therefore, imho, there won't be many servicing oportunities. The Welcab "on the other side" while embarking disembarking the middle row makes sense in Italy / The Continent, but could be very dangerous in the UK. Surely having the vehicle face the 'wrong' way may be a better idea. It depends on where the vehicle would see most use. UK or Continent. PS. Alphards and Vellfires are all Right Hand Drive. Good Luck

Hello Daniel, Welcome to the Forum.

Hello Heather, Welcome to the Forum

Hello Chas, Welcome to the Forum. Is your battery fully charged ? That is where I would start. Probably won't hekp, but always worth ensuring you have it fully charged. Check all battery leads for tightness, at both ends too.

So, it sounds like your battery was fully discharged. On a previous battery I had a cell short out, which dropped the voltage to 10.5v; even on a fully charged battery. My symptoms were similar to those you have experienced. The goods new is that a new battery, after being fully charged by smart charger, cured all the issues. You may need to reset your windows and power roof. IF you battery won't fully charge, or discharges again quickly; you will need to find the faulty circuit draining the battery. One other thing to check is that you haven't left your room lights on dim. Quite difficult to see in daylight. Whichever, good luck.