Mr Lee
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Yep, Definitely not owning a Toyota ever again. They used to be 'peoples cars' and 'affordable' Glad you got it sorted ! Cheers
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Any chance you're in Adelaide? I have a reliable mechanic now who will most certainly give you the right diagnosis at the best price.
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Also drove my mates 2016 Kluger built in the US recently. I didn;t want to burst his bubble but they narrowed the car to make it longer... was not a nice drive - but by then the brand (for me) was tarnished
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Please do yourself a favour... Stay far away from the Kluger ! I owned the 2013 Altitude and then the 2008 Kluger Grande. These cars are terribly built. Had issues with: intermediate steering shaft (check posts on here) - Many attempts to get Toyota to repair under TSB - they refused ! Diff / transfer case whine at 60km/h Water pump went on the 2008 Kluger - cost almost $2000 Aircon issue - passenger side blows warm air (common) FUEL - it drinks ! Bad turning circle - like driving a truck Servicing and repairs at Toyota Stealership was unexpectedly costly for a Toyota. Read some of the posts here - the best feeling was when I got rid of it (a.k.a sold it) Most of my cars have been Toyota's and they were generally reliable but after the Kluger - no more ! I now enjoy the 4.0L Barra straight 6 in the 2006 Territory 7 seater - it still drinks but a much better drive and cheaper to have repaired. Other cars are Mazda 6 Lux Sport and AWD Subaru Forester Wagon (even sold the RAV4 to get clean away from the Toyota brand) The build quality of these 3 vehicles display how much more car you get for less than you would pay for a Toyota... Hope this helps mate ! Wouldn't want you to go through the stress of driving a Kluger - like i did !
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I gave up trying...and sold the Kluger... with it's wide turning circle | terrible fuel economy | Steering Clunk | Diff / trans whine | huge cost to replace water pump | and the list goes on ! I now have no toyotas.. after selling the RAV too...
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Sold ! never again Toyota!
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Mine is on 242K and they totally refused to do it.
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Congrats,,,What km is your Kluger on?
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Thanks John, The guy from CMI SA gave me Toyota AU's number. I am going to call them and mention that I am tired of the run-around. A $50K vehicle and they fuss about a $500 repair? I'll probably take you up on copies of invoices etc. Toyota, OH WHAT A FEELING! We know what feelings we get My son's older Subaru Forester feels better to drive !
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Request denied by Toyota AU
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Thanks John, Seems I should contact Toyota In SA to get a proper answer as the call centres have no authority.
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@jimmymak Thanks.. I did try and put pressure on Toyota AU but no dice..Emailed the dealer this morning - still no reply. I did call Toyota Customer Experience Centre though... wonder if there is another more direct contact... Anyone?
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Hi John, The dealer gave me the warranty prior approval number which I used to contact Toyota Australia, they refused to pay for the entire repair due to the km's. I just emailed the same dealer now for the cost in writing. I am going to try emailing another dealer to check the result. I wanna keep the Kluger as it is still a good family car but want to sort out the niggly's: * Steering Clunk * Transfer Case Whine * Rack Ends * Shock Abosrbers (Maybe) * and finally new tyres Then I'm good for a number of years Lee
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@jimmymak, What km's has your Kluger done? Is it still under warranty? This clunk is too annoying and still don't feel it's fair to pay $$ for a lack of quality issue Cheers
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Well, apprently the new 2.8L engine needs to work hard to keep the car moving. And still more pricey than Isuzu Mu-X. The Ford Everest.......
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So I told them that will contact the ACCC and they basically told me where to shove it ! It's wrong that companies like these can get away with covering issues in Australia
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Hi All, So I took my car to the dealer who had it inspected under TNF 06/13. They confirmed that the issue to be the intermediate steering shaft. The dealer requested repair approval for costs from Toyota; the response was that they will pay $200 of the $800 cost to repair due to vehicle mileage. I have driven some really old vehicles in my day (with several other issues) but never a steering noise like this. I am pursuing this further. ...And to think I was considering buying the new Fortuner ... Catch a wake up Toyota! ../edited .. corrected spelling and grammar
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That's typical toyota ! Sometimes a bit of haggling can get you the navi thrown in but not often. Is a bit pricey and there are options from other brands that (same say) have more presence. Gonna be a game of wait and see. Hopefully the build quality is better and more reliable than the Kluger
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Hi All, Finally, the Toyota Fortuner is arriving in AU. The car is only in Diesel 2.8L 4 cylinder with 7.6L/100km. Now that coupled with true offroad and stylish design is what a Kluger should have been. This car has been in South Africa for years and exceptional value. When I asked Toyota last year if this was arriving; they had no knowledge of this news. Will you upgrade to the new Fortuner? http://www.carsguide.com.au/car-reviews/2015-toyota-fortuner-review-first-drive-36436
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Hi Trent, I think I mean't to say lifters...does the engine have those? Cheers M
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Hi All, My Kluger rockers are noisy on startup in the morning. It's worse when it is cold. I drive really slow until the engine warms and oils circulates, then all is well. What can be done to alleviate this i.e. better quality / synthentic oils? Cheers M
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Add this to the list of Intermediate Steering Shaft and the infamous whine at 60kmh and you have a car worth getting rid of as soon as you can. Suspension and turning circle as amazing though ! *not*
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Hi All, Am still looking at options for replacing the Grande factory GPS with a more current model. The Maps are way out of date and the technology is too old. Mostly I need A2DP Bluetooth music. This one seems to be the best http://goo.gl/5gN5qI without having to change the hazard switch. Just edging on whether to take the plunge... Btw. its also Android OS so that's a plus ( similar on ebay are the $600+ mark) Thoughts...? Cheers M
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Do you have Auto open / close tail gate? The Grande has automatic(electronic) motor drive open / close tailgate so it could be the wiring loom for that. Cheers
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I did the replacement myself but I bought the parts from toyota. Wondering if they do reimbursement. If you can send over that recall number please. Thanks I have it at home; its shows on the service invoice. I will reply later tonight.
