Has anyone had any experience installing running boards on their Sienna?
I’m getting a 2024 XSE with the Tech package, and I read that someone had issues with the kick sensors after installing them.
Not a lot of reviews online about aftermarket options either.
Any help appreciated!
The van already sits pretty low, do you really need running boards?
ReubenSparks said:
The van already sits pretty low, do you really need running boards?
Maybe not, but I’ve got a 2-year-old and a 7-week-old, so I’m thinking ahead for when they start climbing in by themselves. Plus, I sometimes drive my grandparents, so it would help them too.
@Claire
From what I’ve seen with kids and their grandparents:
Grandparents love higher seats because it’s easier to get in and out of.
As for kids, they’re tough! Once you show them how to get in, they’ll keep at it.
We’ve got a sedan while we wait for our Sienna, and my 3-year-old climbs into her car seat by herself.
@Vic
Thanks for the tips! Do you think seat covers are worth it? I’m a bit of a clean freak and just thinking about my son climbing in with dirty shoes is giving me anxiety 
Claire said:
@Vic
Thanks for the tips! Do you think seat covers are worth it? I’m a bit of a clean freak and just thinking about my son climbing in with dirty shoes is giving me anxiety
Definitely! If you want to keep it clean, get seat covers. Also, seat protectors help reduce car seat indentations. And yeah, be ready for crumbs, dirt, and sand—you’ll be vacuuming a lot.
Claire said:
@Vic
Thanks for the tips! Do you think seat covers are worth it? I’m a bit of a clean freak and just thinking about my son climbing in with dirty shoes is giving me anxiety
Your toddlers will likely use the door handle as a grip and step on the lower track of the sliding door as a step. These seat protectors worked for us with car seats: https://princelionheart.com/products/two-stage-seatsaver?srsltid=AfmBOopvKz8nLZqtmFSGkirZRKDHIXexuT9FJlVeoNL_IxO4aBco04XY
Claire said:
@Vic
Thanks for the tips! Do you think seat covers are worth it? I’m a bit of a clean freak and just thinking about my son climbing in with dirty shoes is giving me anxiety
If you want your car clean, seat covers are a must! Get some good ones, they’ll be worth it. And keep some wipes handy—kids love leaving handprints on everything, especially windows and door handles.