Japanese import repair - help please

jj73

Hi lads!

My brother has a Toyota Estima 2.4 (or 2.2?) petrol hybrid. The car would stop after every 10 kms and the VSC light is always on. Tried calling Toyota service centres but they all say that they don't know if they'd be able to fix it.

Could anyone recommend a garage/mechanic who is familiar with japanese import cars around the dublin area?

Thanks a million.

beam99

The problem with these is that there is no manual available in english, So trying to trace some problems is hard cause you dont have the correct information ie.
ECU pin connections, voltages at certain places etc, The VSC light will also come on if it detects a problem in the engine, It may also be a problem in the hybird system.

jj73

beam99 wrote: »

The problem with these is that there is no manual available in english, So trying to trace some problems is hard cause you dont have the correct information ie.
ECU pin connections, voltages at certain places etc, The VSC light will also come on if it detects a problem in the engine, It may also be a problem in the hybird system.

This is true, we've been looking for the workshop manual on the net. The only site we saw was one that only accepts moneybookers, not sure if it is legit.

My brother doesn't know what to do with the car now. He's been to two garages in Tullamore, who has work on other japanese import cars, but the two garages had found different faults on their tests. And both are not sure if they would be able to fix it.

beam99

Do you have the list of fault codes that they found? What is happening to the car is the engine just cutting out and not starting again, is the main hybird malfunction light staying on?

andyeire

Have a look on here www.estimaowners.com
Uk based but might be worth a shot

jj73

beam99 wrote: »

Do you have the list of fault codes that they found? What is happening to the car is the engine just cutting out and not starting again, is the main hybird malfunction light staying on?

Thanks beam99. The faults that my brother was told about were C1336 (zero calibrating deceleration sensor) and C1345 (not learning linear valve). The engine keeps on cutting off every 10kms. You have to take the key out and put it back in again to restart. The VSC light is always on... sorry but I don't know what that is.

jj73

andyeire wrote: »

Have a look on here www.estimaowners.com
Uk based but might be worth a shot

Thanks andyeire. We will try that.

Anan1

I'd imagine VSC is Vehicle Stability Control, otherwise known as ESP.

jj73

Anan1 wrote: »

I'd imagine VSC is Vehicle Stability Control, otherwise known as ESP.

Thanks Anan1.

PADRAIC.M

im a toyota/lexus mechanic those are standard codes for a disconnected battery, its just a matter of calibrating the vsc by crossing two pins on the diagnostic plug, those faults will not make the car stop. it has to be a P or B code. eg b2297 or P1234. pm me and we may look at it in kildare.is the engine light coming on with ignition lights? and then going off when in start pos?

jj73

PADRAIC.M wrote: »

im a toyota/lexus mechanic those are standard codes for a disconnected battery, its just a matter of calibrating the vsc by crossing two pins on the diagnostic plug, those faults will not make the car stop. it has to be a P or B code. eg b2297 or P1234. pm me and we may look at it in kildare.is the engine light coming on with ignition lights? and then going off when in start pos?

Hi Padraic! Thanks a million! PM on the way.

Khawaja1

I am trying to find a solution to Estima Hybrid 2002 Problem. It shows error code P3006. can any one help?

the_syco

Khawaja1 wrote: »

I am trying to find a solution to Estima Hybrid 2002 Problem. It shows error code P3006. can any one help?

Hello zombie thread .o/

P3000 errors are related to the battery according to the internets.

Khawaja1

But what exactly does it mean P3006. Toyota dealers are giving guestimates as well

Mar4ix

Estima same like previa .... according this -> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_Estima
So i recon all parts and problems same like previa. worth look in to previa forum.

E39MSport

estima-motoring.co.uk
teoc.ws

colm_mcm

P3006 on a mk1 prius means "battery levels unusually different"

have a look at this:

http://www.lusciousgarage.com/blog/comments/gen_1_prius_battery_failure/

E39MSport

Main reason I didn't go for the 2.4 hybrid is the seemingly common charging system/battery failures that are very expensive to fix.

beam99

Estima Hybird model AHR10W


DTC
DTC detection condition
Problem point
P3006
Delta SOC is above the reference level

• HV supply battery ASSY
• Battery computer ASSY

Bobtheowner

Hi

Call this Garage

Attitude Motors
D24K N25

They are the experts on Imported Japanese Cars in Ireland.

Atlantic Dawn

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122596128#Comment_122596128

After 13 years I'd say it's in Hammond Lane at this stage.

Esel

Ask for Bob the owner…

Danny healy ray

iv a few 11 + year old motors and there flying it merc,BMW, and my own favourite Toyota hilux

conor2469

Don't worry OP, Bobs firing up the time machine, he'll get you sorted. Although I hope Bob going back in time and fixing that Estima doesn't result in some catastrophic butterfly effect.