Wow, u have put a lot of complain for ur car reaching 5k.
Perhaps u can share feedback after ur service and let us know if that is a true defect.
This is from experience based from ur cases above.

1. Engine belt noise when cold start or after long hours driving. - haven't encounter this yet
2. Both front Door cable rattle when loud speaker or close door. - haven't encounter this yet.
3. Front window visor not sticking. - Can check and adhesive reapply by SC is u buy the G or TRD spec visor.
4. Rust at wheel hub & disc brake. - my G spec disc brake rusty only. my wheel hub still OK.
5. side mirror does not contract/retract at same speed. - me too. as long it can operate to close and open, doesn't bother me much.
6. readjust hand brake to tighter. - personal preference. i'm ok as long my car dun budge from P and parking brake applied on a hilly area.
7. in car power port is loose. move around alot when trying to access it. - mine can nudge up and down a bit. not sideways. I'm not worried as long it works with my ionizer.
I think that's the freeplay that toyota have set. if too stiff, then might break the device etc. i might be wrong.

If you notice a rattling sound during idle, ask them to check the exhaust part. They will re tighten the exhaust if required.

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Added on August 22, 2012, 10:20 amThe repair scam is back again.
A forumer posted the same tactics back in V2.

Repair Scam

This post has been edited by Berserker: Aug 22 2012, 10:23 AM

My car will be reaching 10K service. I will probably use full syn and top up with Torco MPZ2.

Mineral oil these days can go up to 7K.
It's up to the owner to replace every 5K if they wish. The extra K is just for reserve in case the owner is to busy to send the car for servicing.

Any car brand is a liability and have their own problem.
Luckily Toyota parts is not sold at Ferrari pricing level.

What year is ur vios? NCP43 or NCP93?
Some ppl face this issue, just mention this problem to Toyota SC when u send for servicing.

Ur case is the total opposite of mine. I've used Petronas RON95 and feel the lack of power and pickup. With Shell, the power and pickup felt more obvious.

You can try Meguiars Leather Cleaner and conditioners.

I bought mine at Parkson. Price is RM 57.00 but I have parkson voucher.

The item is 2 in 1 spray Cleaner and Conditioner.
Every products have nice smells to them. I used their car shampoo, wax and few items from Meguiars. No complain. Highly recommended.
Even their wax smells like perfume.

Now they have new packaging below.



How To Use Meguiar's NEW 2010 Gold Class Rich Leather Cleaner and Conditioner Lotion

This post has been edited by Berserker: Sep 14 2012, 08:19 PM

Ask the SA when u go to showrooms.

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Added on September 23, 2012, 6:23 pmIt's made of ABS. Why not try to wrap the whole panel with carbon fiber sticker? If spray also easily scratch and peel the paint off.


This post has been edited by Berserker: Sep 23 2012, 06:23 PM

Yaris Dashboard Disassemble

This post has been edited by Berserker: Sep 24 2012, 10:26 PM

I've just gone for my 10k service last week. Using semi synthetic+Torco MPZ2
I plan to go for 10K as well. Just saw in tribetoyota that my next service is 20k for advance 2,3 and so forth. If i go for the basic at 15k, 25k service, they dun even change the oil filter, just the oil.

For safety reason, the recall should apply to all affected model even though you service outside.
According to them, they will call the owner to make an appointment. It might affect certain batch although manufactured on the same year.

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Added on October 15, 2012, 6:43 pmHi kuman, suggest that try the semi sync to feel the difference. "Car heavy" meaning the pickup from stand still is slow?

Been using semi sync all the way after 1K coz the price difference is not that much. Use the e-voucher to cover the cost.

This post has been edited by Berserker: Oct 15 2012, 06:43 PM

The E and G spec have the same player model. Looks like the same model that was installed to the S'pore variant.
Perhaps can find seller in auto garage sales.

kenji, do update us on the price for the new player.
Let me know if you plan to sell to other members in here.
I predict the price is less than 1K coz it's not touch screen.

This post has been edited by Berserker: Nov 1 2012, 01:12 PM

Welcome to the VIOS club.

I bought G spec so no worries on that part.
What spec did u bought?
If E, can upgrade to leather seat both front and back.
If J, cannot change the back part as the seat cannot fold 60:40.

Perhaps can look in the automotive garage to find seller selling ori G or TRD leather combi seat cover.

This post has been edited by Berserker: Dec 10 2012, 12:23 AM

Better to have it install. Buy ori or OEM.
It's not made of carpet material and will not fade the paint of ur bonet. Dun know who gives this idea.
I think those ppl who say those might have bought the cheap stuff.

I'm selling this item to Kuching ppl only.
Click on link for details.

Grit Guard Bucket Insert

This post has been edited by Berserker: Dec 12 2012, 11:33 PM

You can call the service advisor and perhaps to arrange for another check up.
From ur response, it sounded like engine knocking. One of my friend ever encounter this issue and was resolved after he lodge a complain to them.
As for the dahsboard, mine also have the rattling sound but suddenly it's already gone.
A member here ever complain and they manage to solve the issue.

If you're driving the NCP43, then that price is the promotional price.
The new generation NCP93 should be cheaper at 159.
Check their website for the details before accusing Toyota of overcharging you.

The main purpose of the button is put the gear into N if your car is being towed during car breakdown or for maintenance reason.