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  1. MonsterS
    Same as the previa struts I believe
  2. MonsterS
    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.
  3. MonsterS
    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.
  4. MonsterS
    i believe the Merc vito covers fit.
  5. MonsterS
    for the passenger to see too. from what i remember or blind spot mirror.
  6. MonsterS
    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.
  7. MonsterS
    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.
  8. MonsterS
    There was a system that the alphard are actually on I thought it was star something. I'll have a look and see
  9. MonsterS
    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.
  10. MonsterS
    Have you checked both pedal sensor and the other sensor on the throttle aseembly?
  11. MonsterS
    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.
  12. MonsterS
    Hi, there are no workshop manuals. What problem are you having with the door?
  13. MonsterS
    I believe the kerb weight is 1960kg and the gross is 2390kg.
  14. MonsterS
    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.
  15. MonsterS
    thank you for letting everyone know. Also might be worth checking the fuses under the bonnet for good measure.
  16. MonsterS
    should just be a m8 bolt. sounds like it has been sheered or dethreaded. (proberly done up too tight before).
  17. MonsterS
    Hi, Yes look up on the forum owners manual. If you purchase that it has all the toque settings, bulbs, reset procedures etc.
  18. MonsterS
    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.
  19. MonsterS
    MARK Richards are a decent lot. Ask them
  20. MonsterS
    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.
  21. MonsterS
    We bought a slightly higher amp age one. Exide 450a battery from Tania batteries. sorry for the late reply.
  22. MonsterS
    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.
  23. MonsterS
    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.
  24. MonsterS
    All alphards seats move on runners. back and forth. I would go for a 3L at least if towing a caravan.
  25. MonsterS
    they bolt down to the sub frame. you need to remove the carpet in order to access the bolts.
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