Toyota Prado Problems

LISTEN to your mechanic. If there's no sign of a problem, I wouldn't change them. But if your trips are going to take you way off the beaten track, consider changing the plugs as part of a service before you leave.

VICTORIAN Autogas Supplies has a dual-fuel sequential injection system for the Prado. The company replaces the rear petrol tank with an LPG tank, then replaces the tank guard so it looks original. Interior space is not affected, but overall petrol capacity is reduced. It costs about $3200 plus GST.

INSTALLERS say that there are no issues with converting the Prado to dual-fuel. There are a number of quality brands available and any will do the job. Most will offer you a gas-injection system, which is easily the best, but it will cost you more. Generally an injection system will set you back $3500 to $4500.

CONTINUE to search for your keys because the news isn't good. A Toyota spokesman confirmed that it does cost $2200 to replace the keys. He wouldn't comment on the quality or cost of non-genuine replacements. The keys do have a transponder, not like the keys of old.

YOU can bet your Toyota dealer is using the oil recommended by the factory, and it will be suitable for diesels. You should use a good brand oil suitable for diesels.