Brakes
1 documented fault — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
ABS/ESP warning lamp illuminated. Trouble code stored: C1290
Overview
- Affects
- All models.
- Fault codes
C1290
Cause
Steering angle sensor misaligned due to steering column not centralised.
Repair
- Turn steering column to central position. Check and adjust front and rear wheel alignment.
- Carry out steering angle sensor calibration.
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 2.
Suspension & drivetrain
2 documented faults — symptoms, causes and workshop fixes.
Humming noise from front axle
Overview
- Affects
- All models, →01/12.
- Remedy
- Fit modified part
- Parts
- 3 parts
Cause
Movement between front hub and driveshaft.
Repair
- Fit modified driveshafts.
- Replace front hubs.
Parts3 parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Front hub kit | 43570-60011 | 1 |
| Front driveshaft (→08/10) | 434300-60090 | 2 |
| Front driveshaft (08/10→) | 434300-60082 | 2 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 1.
Knocking noise from front suspension when driving over rough roads or speed humps
Cause
Unsatisfactory design of front anti-roll bar bushes.
Repair
- Fit modified front anti-roll bar bushes and bush clamps.
Parts2 parts
| Part | Part number | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-roll bar bush | 48815-60360 | 2 |
| Anti-roll bar bush clamp | 48828-60090 | 2 |
Data: Motorwise Workshop. Bulletin 3.
Glossary
Technical terms used in this guide.
- Anti-Roll Bar
- A bar that links the left and right suspension to cut body roll in corners
- Driveshaft
- The shaft that takes drive from the differential out to a wheel
- Steering Angle Sensor
- Tells the stability-control system which way the steering wheel is pointing
- Bush
- A rubber mounting that lets a suspension or body joint move without metal-to-metal contact
- Bushes
- Rubber mountings that let a suspension or body joint move without metal-to-metal contact
- Calibration
- Setting a sensor or module so its readings match the real world
Frequently asked questions
What are the common faults with the Toyota Landcruiser Prado 4.0?
This guide contains three workshop bulletins for the Toyota Landcruiser Prado 4.0. Of these, two concern the suspension and drivetrain and one the brakes. Symptoms, causes, repair steps and part numbers are shown where supplied.
Does every Toyota Landcruiser Prado 4.0 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 Prado 4.0 faults myself?
Many of them. The documented symptoms can be seen, heard or felt during a test drive.