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IMHO this is not the way to go . Are we talking starter battery or leisure battery ? Either way, I believe Lithium batteries need a different charging regime than Lead Acid or Gel. A starter battery needs to deliver very high current without damaging itself. I believe the properties and discharge characteristics of the three technologies are quite different. Not sure the Toyota alternators are suitable for Lithium technology. Interesting though, I need to research this.

Thank you for the compliment, but I am not an expert. We do have Club Members that are far more knowledgeable than I. I won't name them here, but they know who they are. We are all learning from each other. Isn't that the reason we all contribute to this Forum ?

Hello Gary, Welcome to the Forum.

Most official Toyota Dealers will not support grey imports. However, some do; so contact your local dealer and ask. Other Forum members will tell you, for the most part, any competent mechanic should be able to perform a routine service, and some of the more major part replacements.

I love the Physics: but different materials have different temperature coefficients ! Some positive, some negative ! I agree that the effect of the temp coeff is insignificant. Sam, you need your battery testing, under load; sooner rather than later, as Geralt suggests. If your battery is failing, slow door action is likely to be the last of your problems.

Tanya Batteries provide a mail order service.

Yes it can. It appears your alternator is OK. Sounds like your starter battery is on the way out. It needs to be tested under load (Kwik Fit, or Halfords; you don't have to buy from them). Tanya Batteries offers a good mail order service. You will soon discover whether it is your battery, or not, as the cold winter mornings are almost upon us all. You must maintain your battery at full charge otherwise all sorts of Gremlins start appearing.

Problem appears solved.

OK, so we have some Gremlins here ! The file is .docx not .docs as stated above. I have now been able to open it, by double clicking. On my aged PC, the file opens as a tab (top right in my case). Clicking on that opens it into my Word processor, an equally ancient Word 2010 ! I will unlock this thread and try again from outside the hold environment. If the file is reachable fine, if not it will be locked again. Note to Gazza, You should be able to copy and paste from the Word file to this editor (below, attach, or choose files).

I agree, the file does not open; it did when I tried it before. Poster has been notified to correct or risk deletion under the info required for sales rules.

Hello Paul, Welcome to the Forum. There is a comprehensive list within the forum, try the technical section, of all light bulbs. The list was provided by Alphard Club or MonsterS

Hello Robin, Welcome to the Forum. This thread isn't really pertinent to your issue. I respectfully suggest you use the search box on your home page (top right). Search for heater flap valve or heater problems. From memory, you are not the first to experience this problem. I am sure there is a fix within this forum. Good Luck

Hello Louise, Welcome to the Forum. I asked my local official Toyota Dealer for a quote two years ago. But I have a V6 with a cam belt ! Most Toyota dealers will not work on your Import; fortunately, mine will. From memory, they quoted me about 600 pounds. (I'll try and find the quote).

Interested parties should open the .pdf file to view the required information.

If you haven't already, read what Chris.ac has to say in this thread. It depends on whether you have a mechanical throttle, or not; if you need the upgrade to be easy and inexpensive.

Hello Marco, Welcome to the Forum. As 2005 is a crossover year from Gen 1 to Gen 1 facelift, you need to inform us which model you have. From memory, the facelift will take a retrofit cruise control, the earlier model won't.

Cheapest fix I can think of !

Hello Tony, Welcome to the Forum.

Hello Danny, Welcome to the Forum..

Yes I believe they are on the inside faces of the door 'jambs'. Just a gentle clean, make sure nothing is effecting them; I doubt the problem is this though, but it is a no cost option. I believe tight or frayed cables can also cause issues, Door issues is not uncommon. I expect you will receive several suggestions from members who have solved various issues.

What is the output of the solar cell ? Sorry, I meant voltage. As Jan asserts, it will take ages to charge a 65a/hr battery at approx 100ma. If the solar panel is outputting a low 12 volts, it won't charge the battery at all. So, at best, you are unlikely to achieve full charge, which you will need on a cold winters morning. My advice would be to invest in a smart battery charger. (Mine is a Ctek).

If the rear windows are open, the door will not open fully, and will close automatically. resetting you windows may help. Check the door sensors and perhaps clean them.

If not, They should be available on ebay, but they will cost more.

Probably a red herring but ensure your starter battery is fully charged at all times. Could be a vapour lock, but I don't know how you go about tracing that. Can you hear the fuel pump prime when you switch the ignition on ?

Techstream is the go to product for OBD work, but ... I don't think it s operable on the very early Gen 1 vehicles