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I was getting P0171 "system too lean (bank 1)" also and cleaning the MAF didn't help - the error would come back. What fixed it for me was changing the fuel Lambda sensor which, on mine, was a struggle as the previous mechanic had forced the sensor into place and had damaged the thread. An M18 x 1.5 tap and die cleaned up both the thread on the exhaust and the new sensor which I purchased - I would warn to be on the lookout for ones with the correct plug on the end as the cheap ones come with bare wires that need to be housed in the original socket (as the supplied ones don't stand a chance of fitting) and are bound to cause issues. I ended up getting this one: https://www.autojapspares.co.uk/toyota-alphard-anh10-anh15-24-front-fuel-ratio-sensor-34437-p.asp Which is rather expensive but arrived quickly and was a straight plug in. If you haven't located the fuel lambda sensor look at the exhaust manifold cover behind the radiator. I also changed the fuel filter and the air filter - which may have helped but less so that the sensor I would say.

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It doesn't fit in the hole, mores the pity, but a previous owner fitted a similar one, screwing into the bodywork. I am hoping the replacement fits and gives a wider angle view.

Tried this but it didn't fit properly - it only points straight down: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0FJ7VZNQV?ref_=pe_109253361_1103576791_t_fed_asin_title So now have one of these on order: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/375925726231?_skw=toyota+alphard+2005+parking+camera&itmmeta=01K205BQ4WZ84ACYCE1CG2EG7P&hash=item5786eb5c17:g:l-8AAOSwADZnh4Ma&itmprp=enc%3AAQAKAAAA4FkggFvd1GGDu0w3yXCmi1eHRQC%2B0ruagapeb7ZwDsSheAiL3l1XpuvMerbbrk%2FbwiiqsnTgJ2lKZlwM0GypewvyVkrUyhCLflh4LDGDB7ghMnM8O6l93q6Jb2Os6mWL%2FWuQate3bWThvGyknobaclxIL7vujhhO0MSAwubyhCS9A%2FgtvTm2HVrVE6pKk3UhF%2BvJMLW%2BZ0wRs%2F2Mg8Jye%2FoxfOuWH3qJrZM%2FUGWM6rGG84QWF7qcqU5JlRwaoUadv7y15TZ%2B0387v8DfEDFGbn48J%2FJLleNu34NRUfrSSJeU|tkp%3ABk9SR-LyroWQZg Hopefully arriving in the next few days, I will update when I can.

Yep - this is normal behaviour after the battery gets disconnected. That and the clock will need resetting 🙂 For each window: press the 'down' button until the window drops all the way and then hold for 10 seconds, then raise it up to full and hold for 10 seconds

When I had a PO171 code - System too lean (bank 1) - I initially changed the MAF sensor, which didn't make a difference, and ended up replacing the O2 sensor in the exhaust, which was a pain as the previous person had broken the thread and I had to get a new tap and die (M18 x1.5) to cut the thread out again - I only did it up hand tight as I didn't want to break the new thread. Still working fine though.

I have used amayama several times and they are excellent - it takes a while to arrive but original parts at reasonable prices (on the whole - depends of what you are buying and what you think is reasonable) also very useful to make sure you are getting the correct part.

Yes, it comes out easily - I don't need to force mine much at all, so if you are struggling you probably need to change your method. I usually start on one side but I doubt it makes much difference. You could even force some hook-like thing into the slot as there is nothing of value behind - in Japan it's used to hold a toll card.

I am talking about this one - hopefully you are too 🙂

Easy if you have a trim removal kit (very, very recommended) - even if you don't you can open the storage just underneath and push it out from behind, use a blade or screwdriver to gently prise it out, or send a small squirrel or raccoon into the dashboard with instructions on what you expect - who knows it might just work (it being a million-to-one shot after all). 🙂

Hi Ann, Could we have some photos of what you do have left please? If wires have been cut then which ones, are bulb holders still there etc? Admittedly I don't have a Vellfire, let alone a 2013 version, but trying to help with limited information is very difficult. Cheers

Looks like the third from the bottom. I hope this helps.

I believe the 'mini-disk player' is actually for a toll card that they use in Japan a lot. As for the front fog lights there should be a fog light symbol on the light control stalk that controls them - when selected there should be a fog light symbol on the dashboard.

Before someone more expert than I comes along I believe that the Japanese-fitted head units will only have Japanese, there is no switching to English. You can use Google Translate (or Lens come to that) to translate and, for the buttons, you could put fresh labels over the buttons. However the only permanent solution is to change the head unit, though people have lots of fun with these as they never seem to be a straight swap and the various functions may need particular adaptors to work: reversing camera, front side-ways cameras (if fitted) steering wheel controls, audio / video out (some Alphards have a separate amplifier, many speakers, middle screens etc.) hand-free phone use other stuff ? i would start with sticker / labels, even if they are just bits of post-it notes, and see how you get on.

Is the alternator working? there should be approx 14v going into the battery. I have a USB-charged battery boost box that I keep in the drivers door, just in case. This reminds me to go and check it's charge.

Get the right numbers and look on ebay, I can see some from 10UKP. People have had mixed results from ebay with stuff that is not as advertised and / or sub par quality but I'm sure there are many other sources that are more wallet-friendly.

According to amayama.com (https://www.amayama.com/en/genuine-catalogs/epc/toyota-japan/alphard/ANH10W/36377/electric/8417) there are a few options. Corner ones are '89341A - SENSOR, ULTRASONIC, NO.1' and a code of 89341-58010 then a code for colour Central ones are '89341B - SENSOR, ULTRASONIC, NO.2' and a code of 89341-58020 then a code for colour Both are around 85UKP deleivered from Japan - however you can search for those numbers on other websites Note that these are for my model - make sure you have put in the correct model designation for yours. I hope those help.

Even with a modern charger I wouldn't risk it, one blown fuse and you will be chasing fuse boxes. You could disconnect the terminals with the battery in the car and charge it in the vehicle so you don't have to move the battery itself.

Or you could try amayama.com, either order the part direct or use the part number elsewhere. For mine the tube looks to be 6324958020 and under 20 UKP delivered, though it would probably take a couple of weeks.

Am I missing something? for a 7-seater there would be no middle seat.

>I had visions of sourcing donor vehicles. That is always an option, but not a cost-effective one I would say. You can look online for breakers that are near you, and / or have a suitable donor, though my singular experience with a breaker was that they wanted to charge the same for a second hand part that I would pay for buying it from Japan. My advice would be, for any part, check with amayama for a part number and then search around for that part number - quite often you will see the same part used on other vehicles, which helps with the cost and availability.

Rear wipers, amongst many other parts are available - ebay, autodoc and others are normal 'go-to' locations. You can use amayama for instance to find the correct part number for your vehicle and then either buy from them (takes a while for the shipping) or search elsewhere. Alphards are still being made - though of course they are the 'modern' ones 🙂 Do some research and you will be reassured - for starters put 'alphard rear wiper' into the ebay search tool.

>Not sure why a wing would need taking off for a rear fog lamp repair? Most likely the rear bumper as it makes access to the reflectors easier - it's only a few clips and takes maybe 5 mins.

https://www.amayama.com/en/genuine-catalogs/epc/toyota-japan/alphard/ANH10W/36377/body/5553 is one source but you have to make sure you have the correct version, these are the options for mine. Start with https://www.amayama.com/en/, find the windscreen for yours and then search for the part number (56101-580...) to see if you can find it elsewhere. You could also try the Toyota dealership in Letchworth to see if they can help - they seemed to be Ok with the idea of servicing mine when I asked them.

>And is it an mot failure? You need to have functional front and rear fog lights to pass an MoT is my understanding. As for the difficulty of replacing them it would depend on what you have - a picture of the rear lights would help with this as there are some variants: a dual-filament bulb in the boot door the lower reflectors can be replaced with active LED lights a light slung below the rear bumper I doubt it would be 45 mins to do if you know what you need to do, but I will reserve judgement until we have a better idea.