Toyota Innova Owners & Discussions [continued 3]

[ray_noel]

My ride is an Innove Gas a/t 2008, does it have timing belt or chain? When does it need replacement? Its odo reads 136,000km

the innova gas engine (1TR) has a timing belt just like the diesel engine (2kd)

the 2TR-FE engine uses a timing chain. normally timing chains last the life of the vehicle. i'm not sure about its tensioner though. something to look into if the engine is noisy.

refer ka na lang sa manual... same lang yata sila sa fortuner mo... [emoji1787][emoji3577]


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[first_light]

For V, G, and Touring Sport variant owners out there, have you tried installing 2 additional rear parking sensors without changing the module? Like, just adding 2 sensors on the existing parking sensor module. I want to install 2 more sensors and place them on the corners of the rear bumper just so the whole bumper is within the reverse sensor coverage.

I called the dealer and they said it isn't possible, and that I must change the whole module including the existing sensors if I want to make it 4-eyes for a hefty price of 10K PhP. Then I asked if they are also body-colored since the OEM sensors are colored the same as the body color, and I was surprised by their answer that what they only have are black colored ones. This lead me to think that what they're selling as "genuine" parking sensors are just the same as the ones you can get from local car accessories shops. I don't like that, and it also made me doubt what they said about adding 2 more sensors to the existing 2-eye module is not possible.

Hope anyone with these variants or knowledge of this circumstance can pitch in some info. Thanks!

Sent from my LG-H990 using Tapatalk

Having these accessories are good. But I do not always rely on them. I always apply the basics. I use side mirror, rear view mirror, or if I'm not yet boarded the vehicle, check the perimeter of the car including under it.
It will be difficult to go back to basic if we get used to these gadgets. What if it fails while you're already inside the car? And you're no longer have that instinct or no longer doing the basic checks. It will be a safety concern. Been driving for more than 20 years and never use a backup camera. For me, camera is just for recording purposes. But it can be useful for others. As for the sensor, if you want it cover the sides of the rear, the sensitivity can be adjusted. Again, if you have them, no problem. They can be your assistant. But don't always rely on them. Always do the basics so you won't forget it. Driving is a skill that requires instinct. I hope these gadgets will not destroy our instinct. Just a safety tip.

[oj88]

^ I have been driving 30+ years and let me tell you that life before parking sensors and rear cameras was hell.... relatively speaking.

I have rear parking sensors and a reverse camera. Combine those with your mirrors and some neck-turning, and there’s practically no reason for you to get out of your vehicle before backing up into a slot.

Bottom line is, when in doubt, double-check. That said, having these driver aids on its own reduces the chances of fender benders quite significantly.

[first_light]

^^^I observed nowadays that most drivers who have these aids, when they are reversing, they just looked at the screen monitor and no longer looking at the left and right side mirrors anymore. 'Coz the aid of the screen monitor is catching more attention than the latter. Try to observe it.

[oj88]

^^^I observed nowadays that most drivers who have these aids, when they are reversing, they just looked at the screen monitor and no longer looking at the left and right side mirrors anymore. 'Coz the aid of the screen monitor is catching more attention than the latter. Try to observe it.

It’s a judgment call. There could be a number of reasons why they do that. Top of mind is, they may have already taken a good look at the space they plan to back into upon approach.

The next time you see someone do that, ask them why.

But unless there’s data that suggests that the use of driving aids, specifically sensors and rear cameras, causes more harm than good, there is absolutely no reason not to have or use them.

Parking sensors and cameras can see obstacles most drivers might miss. Low bollards and parking lines/thresholds, walls, etc. These aids helps you park your vehicle with precision.

[dr. d]

^^^I observed nowadays that most drivers who have these aids, when they are reversing, they just looked at the screen monitor and no longer looking at the left and right side mirrors anymore. 'Coz the aid of the screen monitor is catching more attention than the latter. Try to observe it.

if the aid is there, i'd use it. but i'd still look at the mirrors out of habit...
in some countries, in driving exams, if one did not turn one's head to look, even with all these doodads... bagsak ka nah!

[yubby24]

I only have 2 eyes of sensors installed at the back. Gamit pa rin ang side mirrors for additional safety check.

One time when I was parked in a mall, the car in front of my slot was parking in reverse. Yung side mirror nya sumabit sa poste at nagfold pabaliktad. Di ko na nahabol senyasan na sasabit na sya. Di ko lang alam kung power-folding yun o manual lang. Sabi ko na lang sa sarili ko, hindi ba sya tumitingin sa side mirror nya?

[dr. d]

I only have 2 eyes of sensors installed at the back. Gamit pa rin ang side mirrors for additional safety check.

One time when I was parked in a mall, the car in front of my slot was parking in reverse. Yung side mirror nya sumabit sa poste at nagfold pabaliktad. Di ko na nahabol senyasan na sasabit na sya. Di ko lang alam kung power-folding yun o manual lang. Sabi ko na lang sa sarili ko, hindi ba sya tumitingin sa side mirror nya?

from then on, i am sure, tumitingin na siya.

[attyallanlatras]

How much ba yung usual discount if magdownpayment ng 300k? What are the freebies na usual ibigay?

[dr. d]

How much ba yung usual discount if magdownpayment ng 300k? What are the freebies na usual ibigay?

i don't know.
i pay cash, because i do not know how to make my money work for me.
heh heh.