MonsterS
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yes its just a facelift. no difference on chasis.
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Sounds odd to me seems like the sensor for park is not validating that its clear to start. have you tried a code reader to see if there are issues?
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Same as the previa struts I believe
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remove the rear trim on the boot to access the boot ones the rear lights on the main body of the vehicle are screws/bolts which need to be undone then the lights slid off.
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you need to go in through the boot. Remove the trims and then its a 13mm socket which can be undone but becareful as the spoiler is normally stuck on to the paintwork with the age of the vehicles.
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Alphard camper winter cover
MonsterS replied to Steve h's topic in Toyota Alphard Camper Discussions
i believe the Merc vito covers fit. -
for the passenger to see too. from what i remember or blind spot mirror.
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By default the rear fog light does not work as in Japan you do not need them so its added as a extra to pass the registration and mot. You can however change this and add it in via the bumper reflectors using the same wiring.
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if it is the 3L then it's a belt the 2.4 has a chain. The belt is really easy and any garage can do it. It's the same engine as the Lexus rx300 and very easy to do. driver side wheel comes off then the cover showing the pulleys and the top cover comes off. Any garage can do this it is not a special job. Make sure you get the water pump changed at the same time and don't let them fob you off with it does not need doing as it does when cam belt is changed.
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There was a system that the alphard are actually on I thought it was star something. I'll have a look and see
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We bought a higher rated Tanya battery with the same terminal layout and that stopped our dead battery issues. I have to modify the tray slightly on one side but fits perfectly now.
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c1244 C1244 open or short in deceleration sensor
MonsterS replied to Chill's topic in Toyota Alphard Servicing
Have you checked both pedal sensor and the other sensor on the throttle aseembly? -
Head Gasket / Engine issues
MonsterS replied to Suzilize's topic in Toyota Alphard Used Parts & Accessories
It's the exact same engine as the lexus rx300 or rs300 if you have the 3l version. Would be worth googling that engine. Or as John said drill the bolts out. I did this on our previous estima and took me half a day to drill them all out and retap them. Cheaper than a new engine. -
Hi, there are no workshop manuals. What problem are you having with the door?
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I believe the kerb weight is 1960kg and the gross is 2390kg.
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Alphard Hybrid Servicing
MonsterS replied to Matt's topic in Toyota Alphard Club Forum (2002 - 2008)
I would get a code reader on it and see when testing. that would tell you the codes and location of the failure. sounds like steering wheel rack. -
thank you for letting everyone know. Also might be worth checking the fuses under the bonnet for good measure.
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should just be a m8 bolt. sounds like it has been sheered or dethreaded. (proberly done up too tight before).
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Hi, Yes look up on the forum owners manual. If you purchase that it has all the toque settings, bulbs, reset procedures etc.
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Get the app on your phone/tablet auto doc. This will give you genuine parts and the better qaulity parts needed. Yes the axle has to come off but they can actually use jacks to support it and a mobile press to push the new ones in. It is a tough job but does not take that long if done correctly.
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MARK Richards are a decent lot. Ask them
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Try Mark Richards insurance. Simple answer if you remove the original radio you loose features such as Lane control, front cameras etc. New sat nav can be put in on a android radio but you'll have to install a new aerial and new camera.
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We bought a slightly higher amp age one. Exide 450a battery from Tania batteries. sorry for the late reply.
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Importing a Alphard
MonsterS replied to Graham Turner's topic in Questions on Buying a Toyota Alphard or Vellfire in the UK.
It's all fairly simple. Import using an agent. There is one in Hallen, Avonmouth, Bristol. You will need the speedo converted, a rear fog light and that's about it besides registering it with the dvla. All the forms are easy ish to complete. It's the tax rating you might have to fight and getting it EU approved for emissions to get a lower tax bracket. -
So, if they are not on the drivers door post they may be in the filler cap. for the 255 / 55 / r17 is 2.3 but as for the 215 / 60 / r17 seems a bit odd for a alphy. I'd find that sticker if you can.
