Rojie

8 hours ago, J888 said:

Funny how I can’t add files to a PM but can through a public post..

 

as mentioned in my PM, a few pics of my seized spring perches and rounded bolt

You should be able to attach files in a PM.

The facility is there, although I have not personally tried it.

I'll try and send you a file to check.

1 hour ago, Gareth said:

Thanks for your input Roger

i'm going to have a chat with my friendly local garage, I'll let you know if they can throw some light on exactly what works or not

Appreciate the offer to visit Torbay which I will leave in abeyance for now

Most official Toyota dealers will not work on JDM imports.

However, Snows of Paignton, Exeter and Plymouth will.

My guess is, Snows in Honiton will too.

Plymouth seems to be where most of their knowledge base is.

3 hours ago, Gareth said:

Hi Roger

First pic below shows Sonar switch on dash.

it lights up green when pressed and momentarily the red lights show on all the corners 

I've again tried edging up close to walls etc, front and rear, but nothing changes on this switch/ display

the rear camera is operational automatically throughout whilst in reverse, the front camera only when the button on steering wheel pressed

these cameras don't give me what a parking sensor would 

 

Separate question, in second pic/video, there's a white button to the right if the hazard warning , any ideas what it does as I've tried pressing it but nothing seems to happen, could be an add on in the conversion of course.

 

where is the head unit you refer to?

2A7B632A-278C-4C78-8D7A-2CDE81DF6A17.MOV

Ok, not in any order.

The .mov shows nothing as it does not run! At least, not on my PC.

You have a front camera. Imo, it is very useful, but only operates at low speed.

It displays sideways and downwards. I leave mine on all the time

The camera is switchable from the head unit (on my HDD head unit anyway) as well as the steering wheel.

Some Alphies have a quirky little mirror on nearside front wing.

The reversing camera only operates in reverse and is your reversing aid.

Does yours display the coloured boxes. Again, imo, much more useful than reversing beepers.

Some owners have considered fitted parking sensors.

I believe the Sonar system coupled with the reversing camera is the Japanese equivalent.

The head unit is the Audio system, radio, DVD, CD, MD, HDD system and Sat Nav.

Yours will be in Japanese and will not be changeable to English.

When did you last visit Torbay ?

I live at Broadsands Beach, if you care to drive over we can meet up.

Perhaps we can sort out some of these issues face to face.

Have you tried Toyota/epc/alphard.com for clarification?

3 hours ago, Phil Tivney said:

Thanks guys; my wheels are the original ones. 

Your help is much appreciated. 

McGard 21156SU Lock Nuts for Toyota Alphard [Mk1] 02-08 on Original Wheels

These are for my MODEL and will not necessarily fit yours correctly.

I suggest you contact McGard. Disclaimer, there are other brands available !

Check out pages 142 and 143.

I am (now) doubting my recollection that they are configured through the head unit. 

More thinking required !

11 hours ago, Gareth said:

Hi again Roger 

i'll take a pic of the dash button tomorrow and upload.

Meanwhile, I found the Owner's manual section for Clearance Sonar and Back Sonar, p141, nothing there re setting it up as far as I can see.

odd distinction between clearance and back, looks like front and back to me, possibly a translation issue.

i'm afraid you lost me at "head unit nacelle", I'm not very technical.

More tomorrow 

thanks

What head unit do you have ?

The Sonars are operated through the panel below the head unit.

They are set up through the head unit.

How is your Japanese !

The nacelle is the LCD panel, and surroundings, below the removeable head unit.

It isn't a translation issue. There are 'separate' sensor systems with different settings and different purposes.

13 hours ago, Phil Tivney said:

Good evening,

 

I've just purchased a 2009 Vellfire 2.4, and would like to get some locking wheel bolts for it; does anyone know which size I need to get. or any particular make/supplier?

Thanks in advance

 

Phil

Hello Phil,

Depends on which wheels you have fitted.

Are they original OEM ?

I have a different model than you.

When I bought some I needed to be aware that the NUTS, not bolts, need a flat washer; not a conical one.

I purchased mine from McGuard.

There were fiddly to fit, but once you understand the quirk the flat washer provides they can be fitted quite quickly.

I'll check what I bought and advise.

7 hours ago, Karl C said:

Hi, I am quite late to the party, but I have been doing tons of research and googling to find the correct remote/key/fob for my 2004 (Although, I am still trying to find some answers. See my question here). Anyway, I did come across this web page that lists the transponder for different Toyota models and years:
https://www.transpondery.com/transponder_catalog/toyota_transponder_catalog.html

VERY useful information, Karl, thank you from all  our 'key searcher' community.

8 hours ago, Karl C said:

Greetings from Melbourne Australia!

 

TL;DR: Can anyone confirm the remote frequency (or FCC ID) and the transponder chip for a 2004 Petro 2.4L model?

 

Hello! I bought a Japan-import 2004 Alphard Petro 2.4L, but it came with only one 2-button key (see picture below). I am trying to get a spare key made. The local dealership said they couldn't help; besides, it would cost an arm and a leg to get the genuine part. So I am trying to match up the remote frequency and the transponder chip to order one on Aliexpress. The existing remote module has a 58040 part number on it. As far as I could find out, I think the remote frequency is 314MHz or 315MHz from various sources, and the transponder chip is a "4C" [source]. So I purchased one on Aliexpress (I got the 315MHz/4C model), but after I got it, I could neither program the doors nor the transponder chip using the typical methods (i.e. insert the key and open and close the door in various sequence). I am hoping the community here could help to confirm a few things:

 

As far as the transponder goes, I want to confirm that:

1. "4C" is the correct chip
2. I can program it myself by doing a door-and-key sequence or with Techstream (I already ordered the cable from Aliexpress)

 

For the remote door lock/unlock, I want to confirm/ask that:

1. What FCC ID does the remote have?
2. or: What frequency does the remote use?
3. Is 314MHz and 315MHz actually different?

 

Thank you in advance. I am so thankful that I stumbled upon this community  

 

Picture of the original key and the module inside. I know, the key shell broke and my wife tried to super-glue it back together. That was a mistake🤦‍♂️. Now I cannot replace the battery when it eventually dies.

Hello Karl,

Welcome to the Forum.

I have a Gen 2 facelift, i.e not hhe same as yours, and had to get an Auto Locksmith to program my spare keys.

Techstream may do it.

Most people report that the diy method does not normally work.

On 10/23/2022 at 10:54 AM, ThuMentaliss said:

2005 North Star side conversion, R&R 48" BED, 13PIN/Tow Bar, AlpineStat Nav media head unit with two camera's, Two roof sun roofs, Powered side doors, 2019  19"alloy wheels/tyres

  There should be photos in the photo gallery  but I am unable to find them perhaps ROJIE can assist?

 

 

 

 

Contact : taylor.larry@gmail.com

The photos, to which I think you are referring, are in your photo Album.

On 10/25/2022 at 1:55 PM, ThuMentaliss said:

Thanks I do know that !    the photo's were posted correctly as per the advice some months ago and were displayed correctly however thats not the case now

The photos are still there, in your Album.

20 minutes ago, Gareth said:

Just bought a new camper conversion based on an imported 2005 Alphard 2.4 petrol, automatic.

Both front and back cameras work but I'd much rather have working parking sensors.

There are 4 sensor 'buttons' where I'd expect them to be and on the dash is a button marked sensor.

The  latter lights up when pressed but no obvious activity.

 

I have the handbook translation and it does refer to sensors somewhere in its 350 pages, not in index as such, but now I can't find it.

the converters told me the external sensor buttons were for the Lane Monitoring System (p123) but the handbook is beyond brief on that!

Apologies for the length of this tome, any suggestions welcome 

Hi John,

Most  Alphies have two different types of rear sensors. Toyota call them Clearance Sonar and Back Sonar.

Nether are connected to the camera system.

I recommend you purchase the JPNZ Owners Manual which explains how to set up the Sonar sensitivities.

The cameras and Sonar should all operate as they are not interlinked.

The Lane Monitoring System is also totally separate and is a somewhat rare option.

If you have it you will have mysterious black sensors on the bottom of your wing mirrors.

I have never used mine !

Can you post a photo of the button?

The Sonar controls are part of the head unit nacelle (not the head unit itself) lower lhs.

Check they are not is not turned off, as they can be quite annoying when turned on.

By the time the Japanese Lady admonishes you, you are already TOO CLOSE !

Just now, Gareth said:

On a 2005 model, 2.4 petrol version say?

 

Hello John,

Welcome to the Forum.

No, they are not.

You can buy aftermarket items that work perfectly.

I bought and fitted McGuard (?) units.

18 hours ago, Rojie said:

 

I may know someone in Uxbridge.

Hi Louise,

No, not directly; but I bought my Alphie from an affiliated JDM specialist dealer (on the same site).

The dealer has them do all his mechanical work.

They did the rear links on mine.

I don't know for sure that they would undertake the work; but you could enquire.

18 minutes ago, aquanuke said:

Wondering how do you deal with air con / cooling in hot countries. In the past we camped in Death Valley and Sierra Nevada Spain, where my wife had to sleep in the toilet block of the camp site as it had air con.

 

I was thinking of installing a remote start to run the air con at night as its on a timer and shuts down.

 

I will have hook up anyone had any luck with a portable air con (not a fan you add water to)

Hi Chris,

While travelling in Spain we used the Spanish air conditioning system.

Are you hoping to run the air conditioner whilst not in the vehicle, to pre cool the vehicle ?

Or are you hoping to run an ac at night whilst you are in the vehicle ?

Short of an EHU, you need a generator.

35 minutes ago, HelenF said:

Hi all  - I am now the proud owner of a 2003 hybrid Alphard converted into a campervan (by Campervanco in Scotland), a replacement for our much-loved and used self-converted Renault Master. Looking forward to meeting you all!

 

 

 

 

Hi helen,

Welcome to the Forum.

Happy Camparding

1 hour ago, thesvn said:

Unfortunately only what they have on their website which looks to be "Owner's manuals". 

Thanks for taking the trouble to look.

We can get the Owners Manuals. I have one.

I also recommend them to all owners.

3 hours ago, thesvn said:

Hopefully not too late to help out. I've got this from the Toyota service manuals at my work.

2AZ-FE: 216 Nm
2GR-FE: 292 Nm

Are you able to get the JPNZ Alphard Maintenance Manual in NZ ?

We ae desperate to get our hands on some English versions in the UK

6 hours ago, Louise said:

Can anyone recommend a repair garage in the London area. My Alphard need rear bodywork repair and rear lights

fixing.

I may know someone in Uxbridge.

44 minutes ago, stewart white said:

i have 2006 alphard hybrid i would like to change my head unit has anyone done this and kept all existing equipment ie cameras,steering controls,front and side cameras if so can you let me know what leads etc i would need thanks

Hi Stewart,

This topic is one of the most popular on this Forum.

I suggest you search for Radio Replacement or similar

There is no shortage of options.

I'll let your thread run for a short while. If you only get  a few responses, I'll relocate it

5 minutes ago, Rojie said:

 

137cm is hopeful !

 

I'll measure mine later and update you.

Overall vehicle height is only 193cm.

Close at 133cm height at most, but would be more without luxury carpets, insulation, roof moulding, etc.

2 hours ago, BertsOffice said:

Many thanks for your reply, Rojie .

With all the rear seats removed I think I should be able to set up a desk, 2 monitors and an office chair. 

I don't need to stand up but I estimate a minimum internal height of 137cm is required to allow me to sit comfortably (if anyone could tell me what the floor to headlining height is I'd be very grateful).

Power consumption of 2 monitors and a laptop I estimate to be about 350w, so I think a leisure battery with an inverter should do the job?

Any other guidance would be welcome.

Many thanks,

Simon

137cm is hopeful !

I'll measure mine later and update you.

Overall vehicle height is only 193cm.

6 hours ago, Duane shearer said:

Could some explain some of the dash light meanings. Especially a lit up red car with an explanation point through the car. I just bought the vehicle and waiting for my manual to come from the UK and am not familiar with dash lights yet. I have a 2004 hybrid. 

Hello Duane,

Welcome to the distant Forum.

Checking my manual I cannot find a light as you describe.

There is a symbol with a car, and what appears to be two exclamation marks which is for lane assist.

Door open shows a car, but no exclamation.

Can you post a photo ?

26 minutes ago, BertsOffice said:

Hi All,

I am considering buying an Alphard for conversion into a mobile office. 

Could anyone kindly let me know if they have done this please?

Many thanks,

Simon

 

 

Hello Simon,

Welcome to the Forum.

I have never seen an Alphie converted into an office.

Based on my experience with my rear conversion it is, imho, entirely possible to create a fantastic office for one, two at a push.

I have two bench seats and a small table, which would suffice as an office.

For a more capacious office permanent, or semi-permanent, middle or rear seat removal is a real option.

Some of the older vehicles have middle seating that can be rotated.

Do you need to be able to stand ?

You need to consider how to power any office 'equipment' though.

You have set my mind buzzing

43 minutes ago, Stewie said:

Sorry i meant TRHS

No.

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