Engine & fuel system
3 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Poor starting from cold
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.
Engine cuts out when engine speed is increased
Symptoms
Trouble code stored in engine control module (ECM) fault memory: P1215.
Cause
Fuel flow control valve faulty.
Repair
- Fit new fuel flow control valve (located on high-pressure fuel pump).
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 4.
Loss of engine power
Symptoms
Engine cuts out intermittently. Excessive Diesel knock on light throttle at 1500-2000rpm.
Cause
Fuel injection pump timing solenoid faulty.
Repair
- Renew fuel injection pump timing solenoid.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 5.
Brakes
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Brakes squeal
Overview
- Affects
- All models.
Cause
Replacement brake pads fitted without anti-squeal shims.
Repair
- Ensure brake pad anti-squeal shims are fitted.
- Replacement shims available separately.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.
Suspension & drivetrain
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Active height control suspension does not operate or rises slowly
Symptoms
Trouble codes stored: C1571, C1762.
Cause
Height control accumulator O ring breaks up and blocks hydraulic pump.
Repair
- Inspect production date code on suspension height control accumulator: If production date before 25/10/02 (24X2), replace height control accumulator and hydraulic pump.
Parts2 parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Height control accumulator | 49130-60010 | 1 |
| Hydraulic pump | - | 1 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.
Steering
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Cruise control inoperative
Overview
- Affects
- All models.
- Remedy
- Fit new part
Cause
Steering wheel spiral cable faulty.
Repair
- Carry out electrical, mechanical and component tests (as applicable) to eliminate any other possible cause(s).
- If no fault(s) found: Fit new steering wheel spiral cable.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 6.
Glossary
Technical terms used in this guide.
- ECM
- Engine control module — the electronic unit that manages the engine
- Trouble Codes
- Standardised fault codes stored by the engine control module, read with a diagnostic tool
- Glow Plug
- A heater that helps a diesel engine start from cold
- Control Module
- A control unit for one of the vehicle's systems (engine, gearbox, brakes, body, and so on)
- Fault Memory
- The list of stored trouble codes in a control module
- Relay
- An electrically operated switch
- Solenoid
- An electrically operated valve or actuator
- Trouble Code
- A standardised fault code stored by a control module, read with a diagnostic tool
Frequently asked questions
What are the common faults with the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo?
This guide contains six workshop bulletins for the Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo. Of these, three concern the engine and fuel system and one the brakes. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.
Does every Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo have these faults?
No. These are patterns documented across the model by workshops, not predictions for an individual vehicle. Where a fault applies only to certain vehicles or VIN ranges, that is listed with the fault.
Can I check for Toyota Landcruiser Amazon 4.2 Turbo faults myself?
Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.