Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/OHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity cc | 2982 |
Injection system
| Fuel/injection pump assembly Make | Denso |
|---|---|
| Fuel/injection pump assembly Type | VE |
| Fuel/injection pump assembly Part No. | 22100-67070 |
| Pump type | Rotary |
| Injector nozzle Make | Denso |
| Nozzle and holder assembly Part No. | DN0PD619 |
| Nozzle opening pressure - new/used bar | 148-156/143-151 |
| Back leak (pressure loss) bar/secs | 9,8-19,6/10 |
Injection sequence
The injection sequence for the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo (1996–2002) is 1-3-4-2.
| Injection sequence | 1-3-4-2 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo (1996–2002) are 0,20-0,30 mm inlet and 0,25-0,35 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,20-0,30 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,25-0,35 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo (1996–2002) takes 7.0 litres of engine oil with the filter.
See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
Manual gearbox
The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 2.2 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90.
Transfer box
The transfer box has a listed capacity of 1.2 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90.
Coolant
The listed total cooling-system capacity is 9.0 litres.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | -29°C➞10°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | CF/B1, B3 |
| Ambient temperature range | -18°C➞38°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 10W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | CF/B1, B3 |
| Ambient temperature range | -12°C➞38°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 15W-40 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | CF/B2, B3 |
| Ambient temperature range | -7°C➞38°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 20W-50 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | CF/B2, B3 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 7.0 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | 75W-90 |
| Manual transmission litres | 2.2 |
| Automatic transmission fluid Type | Dexron II |
| Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres | 2.0 |
| Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres | 10.1 |
| Differential oil grade - front SAE | 90 |
| Differential oil classification - front | GL-5 |
| Differential front/AT litres | 1.1 |
| Differential oil grade - rear SAE | 90 |
| Differential oil classification - rear | GL-5 |
| Differential rear litres | — |
| Transfer box oil grade SAE | 75W-90 |
| Transfer box litres | 1.2 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 9.0 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 3 |
| Power steering fluid Type | Dexron II |
| Power steering fluid litres | 0.8 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo (1996–2002) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 20 mm (ventilated) front and 16 mm rear.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 20 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear | 16 mm |
| Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear | 297 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc runout Front | 0,07 mm |
|---|---|
| Disc runout Rear | 0,15 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 1 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Rear | 1 mm |
| Minimum shoe thickness Rear | 1 mm |
| Parking brake travel No. of notches | 6-8 |
Service & electrical
Battery
The Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo (1996–2002) uses a 12 V, 70 Ah battery (reserve capacity 110 minutes).
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12/110 (70) |
|---|
Glow plugs
Glow plugs for the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo (1996–2002): Beru 968 MJ and Champion Y715R. Rated 11 V; activation takes 18 seconds.
| Glow plug nominal rating V/A | 11 |
|---|---|
| Glow plug activation time secs | 18 |
| Glow plug - part no. Beru | 968 MJ |
| Glow plug - part no. Champion | Y715R |
Tuning and emissions
| Idle speed rpm | 700±50 |
|---|---|
| Idle speed - alternative rpm | AT=800±50 |
| Rated no load speed rpm | 4800±130 |
| Oil temperature °C | 80 |
| Idle speed - for smoke test rpm | 650-750 AT=750-850 |
| Governed speed range - for smoke test rpm | 4800-5200 |
| Maximum time at governed speed secs | 1,0 |
| Test mode A/B | B |
| Probe type 1/2 | 1 |
| Conditioning Accelerations/rpm | 3 |
| Smoke opacity - EU limit m-1 (%) | 3,00 (73) |
| Smoke opacity - homologation value m-1 (%) | 2,50 (66) |
Starting and charging
| Maximum cranking amps A | 189-231 |
|---|---|
| Alternator output A/V/rpm | 60/14/2000 |
Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 19,6-30,4 |
|---|---|
| Turbo boost pressure bar/rpm | 0,51-0,67/4600 |
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 2,9-5,4/3000 |
| Radiator cap bar | 0,75-1,05 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 88 |
| Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm | 10-14 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo (1996–2002) are tightened in 4 stages: 20 Nm, then 40 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Tighten | 20 Nm |
| Tighten | 40 Nm |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| View more information | — |
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts | Yes |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | 50 Nm |
| Main bearings Stage 2 | 90° |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | Yes |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 35 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 90° |
| Sump bolts | 16 Nm |
| Sump drain bolt | 34 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 123 Nm/98 Nm |
| Clutch pressure plate | 20 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 235 Nm |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 100 Nm |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 25 Nm |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 12 Nm |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 20 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 52 Nm |
| Injector/clamp | 54 Nm |
| Injector pipe unions | 25 Nm |
| Injector nozzle to holder | 47 Nm |
| Fuel/injection pump sprocket/gear | 64 Nm |
| Fuel/injection pump flange | 21 Nm |
| Fuel/injection pump mounting | 18 Nm |
| Glow plugs | 13 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | 235 Nm |
| Steering track rod end | 91 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 123 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Rear | 88 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear | 103 Nm |
| ABS sensor Front | 8 Nm |
| ABS sensor Rear | 8 Nm |
| Road wheels | 110 Nm |
Air conditioning
| No. of AC service connectors | 2 |
|---|---|
| Air conditioning restrictor type | Expansion valve |
| Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling | Yes |
| Compressor variable displacement solenoid | No |
| Air conditioning refrigerant Type | R134a |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | 700±50 |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | Dens Oil 8 |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the injection sequence of the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo?
The injection sequence for the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo (1996–2002) is 1-3-4-2.
What glow plugs does the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo use?
Glow plugs for the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo (1996–2002): Beru 968 MJ and Champion Y715R. Rated 11 V; activation takes 18 seconds.
How much oil does the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo take?
The Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo (1996–2002) takes 7.0 litres of engine oil with the filter. See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
What are the valve clearances for the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo?
Valve clearances for the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo (1996–2002) are 0,20-0,30 mm inlet and 0,25-0,35 mm exhaust, measured cold.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo?
The cylinder head bolts on the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo (1996–2002) are tightened in 4 stages: 20 Nm, then 40 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo?
Brake discs on the Toyota Landcruiser Colorado Prado 3.0 Turbo (1996–2002) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 20 mm (ventilated) front and 16 mm rear.