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Could someone please give me ideas as to what to purchase? Would the Venza roof rack accessory work? Is there another I should consider.
Time is of the essence, far more than cost
Oops...needed to add that I have the moon roof so maybe a roof rack won't work?
Thanks...Kim
If not, is it possible to get one added aftermarket that looks reasonable? I need to open my garage, my mother's garage, and the gate to her community and the 3-button transmitter in my 2000 Accord is wonderful for that. I'd hate to have to go back to an array of garage door openers on the visor when I replace my Accord.
Thanks.
Homelink is standard on all Venza models. Go to the the Toyota web site http://www.toyota.com/venza/features.html and look under Interior features.
MD
Which is the best website to buy genuine Toyota parts like brake pads etc?
Thanks!
I live in hot, sunny California and wonder if it's worthwhile to get one to protect the pastic dashboard from cracking?
The dealer wants $47. How do the ones from Pep Boys or Autozone or Kragen Auto or mail order compare? Also, which material is better? Velor, Suede, Carpet?
Hal
I researched Venza dash mats pretty thoroughly and finally ordered them (one for my Venza and one for my Camry) from AutoAnything. My mats are perforated Oak made out of a synthetic suede. The suede is great because I wanted something that lies flat and fits the dash nicely. A carpet dash, for example, cannot do that -- too thick and stiff. Nothing looked as good as suede. Mine was $54.95 -- kind of steep, but worth it in my view in that it looks great and should last many years.
Here are the order details:
Dash Designs Suede Dashboard Cover
Color/Style Oak
Vehicle 2009 Toyota Venza
Submodel Without raised speakers
Part # 2944-0DOK
AutoAnything SKU 3559596
So far, the only thing I've found online is a very light weight type that I've had bad experience with in the past.
Does anyone have any info to substantiate the dealers claims?
Thanks,
Trippingt
Your "order" was either sold to someone else before you arrived, that happens more often than you might want to believe, or the dealer is trying to close the sale "early" using a virtually equivalent "stock" vehicle.
A dealer even being willing to place a factory order is HIGHLY unusual, typically reserved for GOOD customers, repeat buyers of long standing.
Besides which the dealer would have been forewarned by the factory of the shortcoming.
In addition, I contacted(very difficult) Ebay.com to explain to 'em that selling the recalled Venza mats is unethical and outright dangerous. Ebay.com's response was pathetic in and of itself. Ebay.com refused to take responsibility for the postings. What a shame.
Besides which buying from Ebay already "carries" an extra note of "buyer beware".
Now get this, the dealer has a stack of 2010 Venza Accessory brochures and the all weather mats are pictured beautifully in the brochure!!! Talk about IRONY. What a company.
My next step is to write to Toyota and twist their tail a little. Living in Denver, my carpeted mats will be shop rags in less than 3 more months.
The Avalon-marked black mats that came with the '06 I just sold looked about like my new WT mats. The driver's mat had already broken in two across the front (under the brake pedal) in only 46,000 miles. Good thing I had the original mats boxed up and ready for the buyer.
John
The sides seem too bland and missing something that can accent / enhance the appearance.
Thanks,
Hal
These additions helped spiff up the car -- I agree that it came pretty plain from the dealer. Note that all car accesories -- from Toyota or not -- are expensive. I think the set of four moldings was about $100.00. The red touch-up paint from the dealer has proven useful also.
http://www.spoilerdepot.com/body-side-molding/2009-on-toyota-venza/item-07815/
(It is the only side molding bookmark that I have and I lost my day-to-day purchase log ,so cannot be sure.) The price is now $159.99. I think I paid less than that (maybe $119) over a year ago.
These accessories are very expensive. Look around online -- but I never found one very cheap at any vendor. They all know that you've already bought the car and want the accessory -- thus the overpricing in my opinion. Good luck.
PS: The 4 moldings look perfect after 1 1/2 years of use -- perfect color match.
many thanks
For: 09 4cyl Venza w/out sunroof.
Thanks...
I don't immediately have a need for trailer wiring, but I would like to do that as well.
Did you have to run a wire all the way to the front to get the converter to work? Which kit did you purchase and did you like it?
Thanks,
RR70
Any tips on getting the panels out of the way to get to the wires for the T connector?
Also, exactly which curt kit did you use?
I will be installing mine as soon as the temp goes down here in so. florida and I too will connect to the cig. lighter socket or use a plug like you did.
I have towed boats and the only time I have used trailer lights when the engine is off, is loading and unloading at night. I am not towing a boat, but I want to put extra taillights on my bikes when they are on the carrier since they block them. If I do ever tow a boat, I might rewire to the battery, but for now, why bother.
Thanks very much.
RR70