2001 Toyota Hilux (LN167R) — Repair Solution

3.0L 5L 4cyl 8v SOHC EFI Diesel Manual · Loss Of Power · Engine

Toyota Hilux (LN167R) Loss Of Power Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Toyota
Model: Hilux (LN167R)
Year: 2001
Engine: 3.0L 5L 4cyl 8v SOHC EFI Diesel Manual
Kilometres: 322,889
Area: Engine
Category: Loss Of Power

Customer Complaint

The engine cut out while driving.

Problem Summary

Found that the injector pump mount studs had broken and the pump had twisted around breaking the wires to the pump. Fixed the wires and now the engine starts but free revs and blows large amounts of black smoke from the exhaust and makes knocking noises. Removed the fuel pump and injectors to be overhauled. Refitted the pump and injectors but the engine still wants to free rev, knock and blow smoke.

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Quick Facts

CodeTOYLN01128
Vehicle2001 Toyota Hilux (LN167R)
Engine3.0L 5L 4cyl 8v SOHC EFI Diesel Manual
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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