2007 Toyota Prado (KDJ120R) — Repair Solution

3.0L 1KD-FTV 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto · Noisy Operation · Engine

Toyota Prado (KDJ120R) Noisy Operation Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Toyota
Model: Prado (KDJ120R)
Year: 2007
Engine: 3.0L 1KD-FTV 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
Area: Engine
Category: Noisy Operation

Customer Complaint

Intermittent rough running when warm, noise like tappet noise in 5he first 30 seconds when cold.

127,000Kms.

Problem Summary

Have only verified the noise cold, sounds internal of engine louder than tappet noise, more like detonation/diesel knock.

Well serviced vehicle, oil changes every 6 months.

Air and fuel filters replaced 18 months ago.

Turbo OE replaced 3 years ago.

Has had pump recall done.

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Quick Facts

CodeTOYKD07121
Vehicle2007 Toyota Prado (KDJ120R)
Engine3.0L 1KD-FTV 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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